The conventional city tour
- Large coaches and fixed headcounts
- Rushed landmark stops
- Crowded sightseeing and frequent add-on selling
- One-size-fits-all pacing
Now Journey Small Group Adventure
Grand European Capitals
Berlin, Prague, Krakow and Budapest—four stories of Europe, connected in one thoughtfully paced Journey.
- 11 days
- 10 nights
- Usually 8–12 guests · Maximum 16
- Tour Captain hosted
- 4- and 5-star hotels
Current departures from $10,979 per personPlus required regional airfare, currently estimated at $876 per person
11 Days10 nights
4 CapitalsBerlin to Budapest
Usually 8–12Maximum 16 guests
Tour CaptainHosted throughout
4- & 5-StarHotels vary by package
From $10,979Per person, double occupancy
Plus required regional airfare, currently estimated at $876 per person
Plus required regional airfare, currently estimated at $876 per person
Four capitals. One grand story.
Travel from Berlin’s bold reinvention to Budapest’s glowing Danube.
Europe’s defining cities, without the big-bus rhythm.
Begin amid Berlin’s layered history, cross into Prague’s storybook lanes, discover Krakow’s royal heart and finish beneath Budapest’s illuminated skyline. Your Tour Captain connects the details while local experts reveal what makes each capital unforgettable.
With usually 8–12 guests and never more than 16, the Journey stays personal: historic-center walks, included admissions, welcome dinners, unhurried afternoons and the freedom to follow your curiosity.
Chapter 01 · 2 nights
Berlin
History, creative energy and an unmistakably modern edge.
Explore days 1–2 →
Chapter 02 · 3 nights
Prague
Castle spires, cobbled lanes and the Charles Bridge.
Explore days 3–5 →
Chapter 03 · 2 nights
Krakow
Royal landmarks, resilient history and intimate streets.
Explore days 6–7 →
Chapter 04 · 3 nights
Budapest
Grand boulevards, Castle Hill and nights on the Danube.
Explore days 8–11 →Berlin · Prague · Krakow · Budapest
The Route
Four chapters, connected with purpose
Why Now Journey
More connection. Less travel friction.
The Now Journey difference
- Usually 8–12 guests · Maximum 16
- Tour Captain plus local experts
- Included sightseeing and arranged admissions described in the itinerary
- Discovery Walks, hosted dining and genuine leisure time
From a Now Journey Guest
“Every day, every place, every meal, every experience was amazing. I can’t say enough good things about our entire Journey.”Edward K., Now Journey guestRead more guest experiences
What’s Included
The details are handled. The discoveries still feel yours.
Meet & greet arrival
Arrival assistance when you land in Berlin, plus guidance from your Tour Captain.
10 hotel nights
Hand-picked 4- and 5-star hotel examples with daily full breakfast, subject to the package confirmed in your proposal.
Guided discovery
Local expert sightseeing, Tour Captain-led Discovery Walks and the admissions specifically listed in the itinerary.
Hosted dining
Welcome dining experiences with premium beverages as indicated for your selected package.
Thoughtful movement
Fast train, required regional flights and small-format ground transportation connect the capitals.
Journey support
Luggage portage, fees, taxes and customary gratuities, excluding the Tour Captain, where stated.
Package clarification: The source material does not tie the displayed base price to one definitive hotel-and-dining package. Hotel assignments, room category and included dining vary by selected package. Your personalized proposal will specify the exact hotels, room category, included dining and price. International airfare, required Prague–Krakow and Krakow–Budapest flights, travel insurance, optional experiences, personal expenses and Tour Captain gratuity are not included unless stated otherwise.
Best Departures to Consider First
Begin with these upcoming dates.
Base tour prices are per person in USD, based on double occupancy. Availability must be confirmed.
2026 Departure
September 13–23, 2026
$10,979 per person
Plus required regional airfare, currently estimated at $876 per personRequest This Date2026 Departure
September 27–October 7, 2026
$10,979 per person
Plus required regional airfare, currently estimated at $876 per personRequest This Date2027 Departure
April 27–May 7, 2027
$10,979 per person
Plus required regional airfare, currently estimated at $876 per personRequest This DateHotels and dining: Inclusions vary by selected package. Your personalized proposal will identify the exact hotels, room category, included dining and total price before you reserve.
The Detailed Itinerary
Your 11-Day Grand European Capitals Journey
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Chapter One · Days 1–2
Berlin
A city where the twentieth century and Europe’s creative present meet.
Welcome to Berlin
Arrive at Berlin Brandenburg Airport for your meet-and-greet transfer. Settle in, then join your Tour Captain for an introductory Discovery Walk before a welcome dinner featuring local cuisine and premium beverages.
Included Today
- Meet-and-greet arrival transfer
- Discovery Walk
- Welcome dinner
- Hotel Adlon Kempinski or similar
Historic Berlin
Explore the Berlin Wall story, Holocaust Memorial, Brandenburg Gate and the city’s wartime and Cold War history with a local expert. The afternoon is yours. Optional possibilities include the Reichstag, a WWII-focused private experience or Sachsenhausen.
Included Today
- Breakfast
- Expert-led historic walking tour
- Leisure time
02
Chapter Two · Days 3–5
Prague
A three-night immersion in castle courtyards, riverside views and the Old Town.
Fast train to Prague
Travel south by fast train. After check-in, trace Hradčany, Lesser Town, Charles Bridge, Old Town Square, the Astronomical Clock and Týn Church on a Discovery Walk, followed by a welcome dinner.
Included Today
- Breakfast and rail journey
- Discovery Walk
- Welcome dinner
- The Grand Mark or similar
Castle and Old Town
Explore Prague Castle, St. Vitus Cathedral, Golden Lane, Old Town Square, the Astronomical Clock and Charles Bridge with a local expert. The balance of the day is at leisure.
Included Today
- Breakfast
- Guided castle and Old Town sightseeing
- Listed admissions
Prague at your pace
Enjoy a full leisure day. Optional ideas include a Vltava River cruise, the Jewish Quarter and Old Jewish Cemetery, or a relaxed Czech meal by the river.
Included Today
- Breakfast
- Leisure time
03
Chapter Three · Days 6–7
Krakow
Royal Poland, a compact Old Town and stories that reward deeper attention.
Fly to Krakow
Take the required regional flight to Krakow. Walk through the Old Town past Jagiellonian University, the Franciscan Church and the Archbishop’s Palace, then gather for a welcome dinner.
Included Today
- Breakfast
- Discovery Walk
- Welcome dinner
- Bonerowski Hotel or similar
Wawel and Krakow’s stories
Explore Wawel Hill, the castle precinct, Wawel Cathedral and the history of the Jewish Ghetto. Optional experiences include the Wieliczka Salt Mine or a privately guided Auschwitz-Birkenau visit.
Included Today
- Breakfast
- Expert-led walking tour
- Wawel Cathedral admission
- Leisure time
04
Chapter Four · Days 8–11
Budapest
Buda and Pest, revealed from grand avenues, Castle Hill and the Danube after dark.
Welcome to Budapest
Fly to Budapest, settle in and join your Tour Captain for a Discovery Walk and welcome dinner. Tonight, see the city illuminated on an evening Danube cruise with your Tour Captain.
Included Today
- Breakfast
- Discovery Walk and welcome dinner
- Evening Danube cruise
- Four Seasons Gresham Palace or similar
Buda and Pest
Explore Andrassy Avenue, Heroes’ Square, the Opera House, Dohány Synagogue and St. Stephen’s Basilica in Pest, then Castle Hill, Trinity Square, Matthias Church and Fisherman’s Bastion in Buda.
Included Today
- Breakfast
- Expert-led driving and walking tour
- Listed city highlights
Budapest at your pace
Enjoy a leisure day, perhaps adding Széchenyi Spa or Parliament House. This evening, gather for a farewell dinner celebrating the Journey.
Included Today
- Breakfast
- Leisure time
- Farewell dinner
Departure day
Say goodbye to Budapest or continue your travels. Optional airport transportation can be arranged through your Trip Specialist.
Included Today
- Breakfast
Your Hotels
Distinctive stays in the heart of each capital.
The itinerary presents carefully selected 4- and 5-star hotel examples with full breakfast. Final assignments are normally confirmed around 60 days before departure and comparable properties may be substituted.
Berlin · 2 nights
Hotel Adlon Kempinski or similar.
Prague · 3 nights
The Grand Mark or similar.
Krakow · 2 nights
Bonerowski Hotel or similar.
Budapest · 3 nights
Four Seasons Gresham Palace or similar.
Know exactly what you are choosing: The source material does not establish which single hotel-and-dining package is represented by the displayed base price. Hotel, room category and dining inclusions vary by selected package. Your personalized proposal will identify the exact hotels, room category, included dining and price before you reserve.
Dates & Prices
Choose your Grand Capitals departure.
Current departures from $10,979 per person. Base tour prices are in USD, based on double occupancy. Plus required regional airfare, currently estimated at $876 per person. International airfare is not included.
2026 Departures
DatesBase priceAction
September 13–23, 2026$10,979Request this datePlus required regional airfare, currently estimated at $876 per person
September 27–October 7, 2026$10,979Request this datePlus required regional airfare, currently estimated at $876 per person
2027 Departures
DatesBase priceAction
April 27–May 7, 2027$10,979Request this datePlus required regional airfare, currently estimated at $876 per person
May 21–31, 2027$10,979Request this datePlus required regional airfare, currently estimated at $876 per person
May 25–June 4, 2027$10,979Request this datePlus required regional airfare, currently estimated at $876 per person
June 22–July 2, 2027$10,979Request this datePlus required regional airfare, currently estimated at $876 per person
September 14–24, 2027$10,979Request this datePlus required regional airfare, currently estimated at $876 per person
September 28–October 8, 2027$10,979Request this datePlus required regional airfare, currently estimated at $876 per person
Planning notes: Solo supplement $3,797. The required Prague–Krakow and Krakow–Budapest air sectors are priced separately and currently estimated at $876 per person; the amount may change until ticketed. A First to Book supplement may apply as described by your Trip Specialist. Hotel, room category and dining inclusions vary by selected package and will be itemized in your personalized proposal. Request current availability and confirmed pricing before making independent air arrangements.
Plan & Prepare
What to expect across four capitals.
Daily walking
Plan for approximately 45–90 minutes of guided walking on many sightseeing days, plus additional walking during leisure time and between meeting points.
Historic surfaces
Berlin, Prague, Krakow and Budapest include cobblestones, stairs, uneven paving, curbs and active historic city centers. Comfortable, stable walking shoes are important.
Rail and airport transitions
Berlin–Prague is by fast train; Prague–Krakow and Krakow–Budapest use required regional flights. Stations and airports may involve extended corridors, security lines and changes in level.
Luggage responsibility
Portage is included where stated, but guests should be prepared to roll or handle their own luggage and personal items at rail stations, airports and transfer points.
Optional depth
Reichstag, Sachsenhausen, the Salt Mine, Auschwitz-Birkenau, spas and Parliament are optional and subject to availability. The Salt Mine involves approximately 800 steps before an elevator return.
Package details
Hotel, room category and included dining vary by selected package. Your personalized proposal will state the exact arrangements and price.
Frequently Asked Questions
A few things travelers ask first.
Now Journey groups are usually 8–12 guests and never more than 16, allowing for smaller vehicles, personal attention and a more flexible pace.
No. The Prague–Krakow and Krakow–Budapest sectors are required and priced separately, currently estimated at $876 per person. The amount may change until ticketed.
The itinerary lists Hotel Adlon Kempinski, The Grand Mark, Bonerowski Hotel and Four Seasons Gresham Palace, or similar. The displayed base price is not clearly tied to one definitive hotel-and-dining package in the source material. Your personalized proposal will specify the exact hotels, room category, included dining and price.
Plan for approximately 45–90 minutes of guided walking on many sightseeing days, plus additional independent walking. Expect cobblestones, stairs, uneven surfaces and busy historic centers. Guests should also be prepared to roll or handle luggage at rail and airport terminals. The optional Salt Mine includes approximately 800 steps before an elevator return.
No. International airfare is not included. Ask your Trip Specialist for arrival and departure guidance before purchasing flights.
Yes. Optional experiences are subject to timing and availability. The detailed PDF preserves the original descriptions and listed planning prices.
Your Journey Begins Here
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