North Girls: Central Europe

Our concept is to provide you with a hybrid experience that encompasses Salzburg to Krakow. This amazing route is often referred to as the crown of Central Europe. We think you will get the most out of the European experience especially as a family.

Cost per person based on double occupancy for 4 travelers at double occupancy is $4800

Dates and Air Info: July 1st arrival in Munich through July 12th departure via Krakow (this means you would depart the States on the evening of June 30th). We suggest making your round trip reservation with Munich in mind. Then, you can use the shuttle service through Lufthansa for your one way from Krakow to Munich on your departure day.

Days 1-3: Guten Tag Germany… and hey there Austria!

Touchdown Friesing and welcome to Germany! While we won’t be staying here very long, the little town of Friesing is a great start for our very first day. After lunch in to small town life, we’ll start our first transition into Austria as we take on the historic Eagle’s Nest before taking on glorious Salzburg!

We’ll settle into stunning Salzburg where the hills are still alive with sounds of Julie Andrews and Mozart. Bucolic Salzburg is the perfect strolling town and we’ll take full advantage! Our hotel in Salzburg.

Morning Bookings:

  • The Eagles’ Nest
  • Salzburg Castle

Days 4-5: Prague

We continue our way north for a little bit of time in the Czech Republic. Whether we make our stop in historic Prague or in a smaller village depending on the planning opportunities that come our way. We’ll make the absolute best choices!

Morning Booking: Castle tour

Hohensalzburg Fortress on a hill overlooking Salzburg city with church domes and river reflections at sunset
The Hohensalzburg Fortress and Salzburg city skyline glow warmly at sunset, reflected in the river below.

Days 6-7: Transitioning back to Austria

We’ll find ourselves in gorgeous Vienna We’ll enjoy the evening in the historic city center with a stop at the palace that Austria’s beloved Sissy resided and plenty of time to enjoy the pedestrian downtown area that surrounds the beautiful St. Steven’s Cathedral.

Morning Booking: One palace based on availability and one evening music (here or Krakow depending on availability and quality)

Day 8: Bratslavia and Milulov

Welcome to the lively capital of Slovakia, set along the Danube River with a charming medieval old town and a hilltop castle. Just an hour’s drive away across the border in South Moravia, Mikulov is a picturesque Czech wine town known for its dramatic castle, historic square, and surrounding vineyards.

Days 9-11: Krakow Comfort

It’s been a few epic days of private transfer and travel, as we make our way into the most incredible secret Europe: stunning Krakow. Here, we’ll settle in for the remainder of our journey where we will enjoy amazing food, architecture, art and dive into some of the most important- and devastating- history as we tour Schindler’s Factory and take in iconic Wawel Hill (the local castle). We’ll check in with DaVinci, learn about Pope John Paul II’s connection to the area, and visit the Jewish district of Kazimierz! Krakow, known as the Florence of the North, is the perfect end to your trip as it balances the beginning and the end so very well. (Our hotel in Krakow.)

Morning bookings:

  • Schindler’s Factory
  • Wieliczka Salt Mine
  • Auschwitz
  • Food tour or equivilent experience (evening)
Aerial view of Krakow Old Town with Wawel Castle, Market Square, and Vistula River at sunset
Sunset view over Krakow’s Old Town with Wawel Castle and Market Square

Departures

Your just a 30 minute private transfer to the airport from the centrally located hotel we’ve selected. We know that you’ll be hesitant to leave but as you leave just a little piece of your heart here in Poland, we know you’ll be back soon!

Pre-booked Activities on this option:

  • The Eagles Nest
  • St. Stephen’s Cathedral
  • One palace in Vienna
  • Hohensalzburg Castle in Salzburg
  • Private tour of Auschwitz-Birkenau
  • Tour of Wieliczka Salt Mine
  • Schindler’s Factory and Kazimierz District
  • Wawel Hill access
  • One music experience in either Salzburg or Krakow

What’s Included

BREAKFAST AT OUR HOTELS AND DINNERS IN UNIQUE LOCATIONS DAILY.

BALANCE BETWEEN SCHEDULED EXPERIENCES AND UNSCHEDULED TIME TO EXPLORE FURTHER OR RELAX AS YOU CHOOSE.

ENJOY UNSCHEDULED TIME ANY WAY YOU PLEASE.

ALL ATTRACTION TICKETS AND PASSES FOR EXPERIENCES AND GUIDED TOURS AND ALWAYS WITH LOCAL EXPERTS.

ALL TRANSPORTATION INCLUDING AIRPORT TRANSFERS UPON ARRIVAL AND DEPARTURE.

EFFICIENT TRAVEL TIME BY BASING OUR TRAVEL NEEDS WITH A MIX OF PRIVATE TRANSFER, TRAIN, AND PUBLIC TRANSPORT.

OPPORTUNITIES TO PLAN ANY OPTIONAL OR “ON YOUR OWN TIME” WITH EITHER TOUR MANAGER TO CUSTOMIZE YOUR EXPERIENCE.

A DEDICATED OPPORTUNITY TO REFRESH YOUR BAGS ONE TO TWO TIMES DURING OUR TRAVELS.

Our Commitment:

As we get to know you, we will be able to find those little corners of Europe that delight and enchant. From magical vistas, fabled artworks, and storied neighborhoods, we’ll share with you those little things that make Europe’s amazing cities the experience of a lifetime.