The Experience

Discover the beauty of Central Europe with two meticulously crafted multi-city travel packages. The 8-night travel package is an efficient yet enriching journey that commences in the picturesque city of Prague, offering an insight into its rich history. The trip then continues via scenic train transfers to Vienna, Bratislava, and Budapest, where travelers can explore the distinct cultures and charms of each city. The 12-night travel package extends the stay in each destination, providing ample time to immerse in Prague's historic elegance, Vienna's imperial grandeur, Bratislava's cozy ambiance, and Budapest's vibrant character. Whether you choose the 8-night or 12-night travel package, both ensure seamless travel logistics and opportunities to savor the cultural tapestry of Central Europe.

Groupon's Guide To Prague

The capital city of the historic Bohemia region, Prague is one of the most popular destinations in Central Europe. Mirroring in the River Vltava, the city has been alluring visitors with numerous bridges, cathedrals, and gold-tipped towers for more than 10 centuries. Travellers can embrace the medieval charm of the city while strolling through the winding cobblestone alleyways with red slate rooftops and historic quarters of the Old Town, indulge in the panoramic views of the city from the 9th-century castle or catch a traditional puppet performance at the National Marionette Theatre. Various restaurants tempt the senses with hearty Czech cuisine and local beer, while the new town offers an array of high-fashion shops, clubs and entertainment options.

The weather in Prague varies according to the four seasons. Maximum temperatures during the warm summer season range between 22°C and 25°C, while during the winter months the temperatures drop to 1°C. Although summer brings the wettest time for the city, with more than 70mm of precipitations per month, the season witnesses more than seven hours of sunshine per day, making for suitable weather for leisurely activities and exploring the city sights.

Groupon's Guide To Vienna

Nestled on the banks of the River Danube, Vienna has a busy cultural calendar which makes it a year-round destination for globetrotters. The city of Mozart is the proud possessor of a famous opera house and binds a plethora of Baroque and contemporary architectural styles. Viennese charm echoes through the city centre’s restaurants and bars that hold a world-famous culinary tradition with dishes such as Wiener Schnitzels and cheese Danishes.

One of the city’s focal points is the 12th-century Stephansdom Gothic cathedral, from which tourists can get one of the best views of Vienna, after climbing its 553 steps. Imperial Austria left its mark with the vast palace complex of Hofburg, where Franz Josef I and Empress Elisabeth once lived. Close to the Museum of Art History, in the former imperial stables, lies the Museumsquartier, a grand complex of museums, galleries, cafes and shops where visitors can relax and enjoy the Viennese atmosphere. The capital city of Austria is located within a temperate climatic zone making for clearly defined seasons. With the warm season starting from May and reaches its peak in August with temperatures going as high as 28ºC on average, making for perfect time of the year to visit this vibrant city crossed by the Danube River. Rain may not occur very often in autumn, with less than half of the season's precipitations being light drizzle. Although Vienna is in one of the lowest-lying parts of Austria, there is no mistaking that it is part of an alpine country and the winter months provide plenty of seasonal attractions such as ice skating and leisurely stroll opportunities in light snowfalls.

Groupon's Guide To Bratislava

Placed in the southwestern part of Slovakia, crossed by the Danube and Morava rivers, Bratislava offers not only classic attractions, but also modern landmarks such as the Most SNP bridge. Located at the foot of the Carpathian Mountains, this capital city boasts plenty of verdant parks, bringing travellers closer to the nature.

An architectural particularity of the city consists of a cluster of medieval buildings and imposing towers including Bratislava Castle or Kamzík TV Tower. Travellers may embrace their spiritual side at St. Martin´s Cathedral, an example of Gothic architecture, or enjoy a visit to ZOO Bratislava, hosting a multitude of wild species. For a cultural experience including ballet and opera performances, visitors may head to the National Theatre, while, at the foot of Castle Hill, sightseers will find the Slovak National Museum, revealing local history and heritage. Bratislava has a continental climate, with hot summers as well as 70mm of precipitation in June and average temperatures of 30°C in July. Rainfalls can occur at any time of year, and in winter the weather is both cold and wet, and the highest temperature may reach 4°C in December.

Groupon's Guide To Budapest

Budapest, the vibrant capital of Hungary, is a living picture of castles and Neo-Gothic grandeur by day, and a pulsating example of European nightlife by night.

Guests may take a stroll to the historic Lajos Kossuth Square, which plays host to Hungary’s coronation crown and ornate Parliament Building, as well as the Museum of Ethnography’s folk art displays. After admiring the crown, similar treasures may be found in the City Park, where an enormous flea market brightens up weekends with knick-knacks, clothes and much more, amid grandly landscaped environs. Pocket-dipping sessions may follow with a plunge into the thermal spas of Margaret Island, which complements its riverbank surroundings with fragrant gardens, ornate pavilions and parties of sunbathing locals. The climate in Budapest is continental and humid, with very warm summers and, at times, cold winters. During the hot season, which starts in April and ends in August, the temperature reaches an average of 27ºC. In this period, travellers may take nighttime strolls on the Danube promenade, or enjoy refreshing tipples at one of the city's open-air bars. During the colder seasons, the nights get chillier, but holidaymakers will still be able to explore the city sights under favourable weather conditions until late October. Winter arrives in December and lasts till February, bringing negative temperatures and less than two hours of sunshine per day.