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Day 1
In Transit to Program
In Flight

Day 2
Welcome to Prague
Prague D Hotel Petr
Activity note: Check-in available from 2:00 p.m.

Dinner: Welcome dinner in the hotel dining room. Please note that water is included in the program cost at all meals.

Evening: At leisure.

Day 3
Prague Castle
Prague B Hotel Petr
Activity note: New safety rules and regulations for entry into Prague Castle require that we show a copy of your passport before entering. Please bring a copy of your passport with you on your program.

Breakfast: Buffet in the hotel dining room. On this program, breakfasts will offer a typical European style breakfast buffet with breads, cheeses, cold-cuts, yogurt, fruit, cereals, juice, milk, coffee, tea and water.

Morning: This morning our city excursion takes us sightseeing by bus with an orientation, and then to Prague Castle, the largest residential complex in the Czech Republic (according to the Guinness Book of World Records it is the largest ancient castle in the world). The palace has served as home and office for Czech kings, Holy Roman Emperors and presidents of the Czech Republic (and Czechoslovakia) since the 9th century. The Old Royal Palace and the Cathedral of St. Vitus are breathtaking architectural treasures.

Lunch: Explore local fare on your own.

Afternoon: Enjoy a free afternoon. Take this opportunity for personal independent exploration to see and do what interests you most. Please refer to the list of Free Time Opportunities, which can be found in the first Information Packet. The Group Leader will be happy to offer suggestions and give directions.

Dinner: Explore local fare on your own.

Evening: At leisure.

Day 4
New Year's Eve At A Traditional Bohemian Restaurant
Prague B,D Hotel Petr
Breakfast: Buffet in the hotel dining room.

Morning: Our city excursion will start in the Old Town, a unique area of Prague with the impressive Old Town Square, the center of all events since the Middle Ages. The stone houses, churches, palaces and monasteries in combination with twisty narrow streets and alleys create a very special atmosphere. We will also explore the Jewish Town. The former Jewish Ghetto is a noteworthy quarter of Prague that boasts worldwide significance. Extensive historical records trace the existence of the Prague Jewish community back to the 11th century. The Old Jewish Cemetery is Europe’s oldest and best-preserved Jewish burial ground, its history dating back to the 15th century. The graves form a chronicle in stone of the history of the Prague ghetto. Next, we will enjoy Christmas markets at the Old Town and Wenceslas Squares. Other than traditional Christmas and New Year's handcrafts, we will also find various Czech delicacies here, including sausages, potato pancakes, fresh sweet pie Trdelnik, roasted chestnuts, gingerbread, hot punch and mulled wine. These, along with performances by musicians on market stages, help to make our visit unforgettable.

Lunch: Explore local fare on your own.

Afternoon: Free afternoon to explore the city on your own.

Dinner: Greet the New Year in a traditional Bohemian restaurant with a folklore program, music, smile and dance.

Evening: Celebrate New Year's Eve Bohemian style!

Day 5
New Year's Walk, Charles Bridge, Lesser Town, Concert
Prague B,L,D Hotel Petr
Breakfast: Buffet in the hotel dining room.

Morning: Free time to relax or enjoy some fresh air in the nearby gardens.

Lunch: Celebrate New Year's with a festive gourmet lunch in the Three Centuries Restaurant.

Afternoon: A traditional New Year's walk of Prague sites leads us to the Charles Bridge, one of the oldest extant stone bridges in Europe, adorned on both sides with a total of thirty Baroque statues. Our excursion continues in the Lesser Town, a picturesque quarter with monumental noble churches and palaces.

Dinner: Snack in the cellar pub of the Municipal House, decorated by Art Nouveau tiles. Enjoy the pre-war Czechoslovakia atmosphere.

Evening: Happy New Year! Together, we will enjoy a New Year's concert at the Municipal House, the pearl of Art Nouveau style.

Day 6
Karlstejn Castle
Prague B,L Hotel Petr
Activity note: Walking uphill for 30 minutes, and approx. 130 steps, during visit to Karlstejn Castle.

Breakfast: Buffet in the hotel dining room.

Morning: We depart for an excursion to Karlstejn Castle. The Gothic castle, founded in 1348 and completed in 1365, was built by the Czech King and Holy Roman Emperor Charles IV as a place to store royal treasures, especially collections of holy relics and crown jewels. We will explore not only the castle but also the village of Karlstejn and the Museum of Nativity Scenes, highlighting the famous Karlstejn Royal Nativity.

Lunch: Lunch at a local scenic restaurant.

Afternoon: Free time to relax and explore on your own.

Dinner: Explore local fare on your own.

Day 7
Convent of St. Agnes of Bohemia
Prague B,L Hotel Petr
Breakfast: Buffet in the hotel dining room.

Morning: Enjoy an expert-led excursion at the Convent of St. Agnes of Bohemia, one of the oldest Gothic buildings in Prague and named after its founder Agnes of Bohemia. See medieval art from Bohemia and Central Europe, in its gallery.

Lunch: Light lunch at the Grand Café Orient on the first floor of the House at the Black Madonna. This building symbolizes the unique Czech contribution to the cubist movement.

Afternoon: After lunch, you have a free afternoon. You may wish to visit the newly-opened permanent exhibition of the Museum of Czech Cubism in the House at the Black Madonna.

Dinner: Explore local fare on your own.

Evening: At leisure.

Day 8
Lecture: Contemporary Life in the Czech Republic
Prague B,D Hotel Petr
Breakfast: Buffet in the hotel dining room.

Morning: Our morning lecture will speak about contemporary life in the Czech Republic. We will discuss the political and economical changes after 1989, the new role of the Czech Republic in the “democratic world," and everyday life of ordinary Czechs.

Lunch: Explore local fare on your own.

Afternoon: Free time with multiple suggestions for a self-guided excursion.

Dinner: Farewell Dinner on a Vltava river boat.

Evening: At leisure.

Day 9
Departures
Prague B
Breakfast: Buffet in the hotel dining room.

Morning: Transfer to the Prague airport (PRG) for departures. This concludes our program. Please join our Facebook page and share photos of your program. Visit us at www.facebook.com/rsadventures.

Day 1: Prague

Welcome to Prague! Upon arriving at the airport, we will be waiting with transfer you to your hotel. Check the information boards in the hotel reception area for details of the welcome meeting with your guide and fellow travellers. In the late afternoon, we will make our way to the Old Town Square. This central location provides a great introduction to Prague, full of energy and touristic activities. You can take your dinner at one of the restaurants offering international cuisines, including Czech, Chinese, Indian and Italian. Return to hotel.

Day 2: Prague

Today’s Highlights: City tour of Prague. Visit to Castle. Boat tour along the river. Today we will visit the capital, Prague, the Baroque jewel of Europe. Our local expert will provide an informative city tour, which will include outstanding monuments. During the visit we walk through Prague Castle (admission included). Subsequently, we shall take a boat tour on the Vltava River. In the afternoon enjoy some free time to explore the city. In the evening, we will enjoy more time in the historic city centre and there will be an opportunity for you to take dinner. Return to hotel.

Day 3: Prague - Lauf - Wurzburg - Frankfurt

Today’s Highlights: Bavarian Germany. We leave for Germany. In the region of Bavaria, we will see Lauf An Der Pegnitz, a picturesque little village which stands out because of its busy Market Square and Castle. After this we will carry on to WURZBURG, with time for lunch and to see this Bavarian city on the banks of the Maine River, a former bishopric centre and now a very busy university city. Our journey continues to FRANKFURT. Explore the historic city and choose one of the many international restaurants. Go to the hotel.

Day 4: Frankfurt - Cruise On The River Rhine - Cologne (Köln) - Amsterdam

Today’s Highlights: Rhine cruise included. Today we will take a small Cruise on the Rhine, between the villages of Rudesheim and St. Goar, undoubtedly the river’s most picturesque section. After this we will travel to Cologne, a city which stands out for its immense gothic cathedral. Then on to the Netherlands. Arriving to Amsterdam in the late afternoon.

Day 5: Amsterdam light intensity drizzle

Today’s Highlights: Picturesque typical village of Volendam. Boat on the IJsselmeer lake. City tour of Amsterdam. Today we have a very exciting day in the Netherlands. We will go to Zaanse Schans with its mills, canals and its typical houses. Next Volendam, a very picturesque fishing village. A short boat trip from Volendam, will take us to Marken (an island that was joined to the mainland by a fixed dike), where the houses there are built on stilts. After this, we travel to Amsterdam where we will enjoy a panoramic visit of the city to see its narrow canals, its official buildings and parks. We will also see the technique of diamond cutting. A large part of the visit will be done on foot, the information will be given through headphones. Time for dinner in Rembrandtplein, an area with many restaurants from all corners of the world and near the red-light district with its liberal values. Go to the hotel.

Day 6: Amsterdam intensity drizzle

After breakfast, end of our services.