Thursday, 17 october 2024

Treasures of South-Bohemia



17-20.10.2024. (4 days / 3 nights)

Join the Continental Classic Express and discover the "Capital of South Bohemia" with us.

The picturesque surroundings, fairytale castles, cozy old towns and, of course, original Czech beer guarantee memorable experiences. During the four-day trip, our guests can discover the sights of Linz, Ceske Budejovice, Cesky Krumlov and Hluboká with the help of Englis-speaker guides.

 
 






Day 1 (Thursday, October 17, 2024)
 Day 3 (Saturday, October 19, 2024)

Our journey begins early in the morning at Budapest-Keleti railway station. After taking the seats, we will present the day’s program. On the train, we share interesting stories about our destinations.
On the way, we make a four-hour stop in Austria’s third most populous city, Linz, where guests have free time and an optional program:
A) Sightseeing in Linz (approx. 2 hours): price soon
(No tickets. Minimum number of people: 40 people)
Getting to know Linz’s cultural and historical attractions. Traveling by light train.
From Linz, our train heads north towards Ceske Budejovice, where we arrive in the evening. The city acquired its magnificent buildings and former wealth as a free royal city. Ceske Budejovice is one of the largest cities in South Bohemia, which still managed to preserve its small-town atmosphere with all its charm. After arrival, we travel by bus to the accommodation close to the city center.
 

Breakfast at the hotels, then a bus trip to Cesky Krumlov. On the banks of the Vltava River, which is listed as a UNESCO World Heritage Site and winds its way through a small picturesque town, the old-fashioned, wonderful bourgeois houses, crooked streets, romantic alleys, a baroque castle theater, a castle, restaurants, and cafes await visitors. Our guests can spend their time individually in the town. In the afternoon we travel back to Ceske Budejovice by bus.
C) Sightseeing walk, castle visit in Cesky Krumlov. Price coming soon
(With castle ticket. Minimum number of people: 40 people)
 Day 2 (Friday 18 October 2024)  Day 4 (Sunday, October 20, 2024)

Breakfast at the hotel. In the morning, we will take part in a walking tour of the city, during which we will visit the most important monuments of the city: Főtér, Sámson well, Black Tower, St. Nicholas Church, Virgin Mary Church, Iron Virgin Tower. The program also recalls the well-known figure of Svejk from literature, while beer culture fans will be reminded of the now world-famous Budweiser beer, which is still produced here today.
Free program in the afternoon or the opportunity to participate in our optional program:
B) Bus trip to Hluboka: price soon
(Half-day program. Minimum number of people: 40 people)
Visiting the Hluboká castle, which has been preserved in an incomparably beautiful state, sightseeing Originally built in the XIII. The castle, built in the 19th century, was rebuilt by the Schwarzenbergs in a neo-Gothic style, modeled after Windsor Castle. Magnificent porcelain, paintings, and furniture can be seen in the castle. At the end of the program, we will travel back to Ceske Budejovice by bus.
 

After breakfast, transfer to the train station, then return home with the Continental Explorer to Budapest. Community programs, a dining car and a bar car are available on the train. Landing option in Győr and Budapest.
 

 
Expedition
 Pullman First
In the 60-seat Expedition coaches, our guests can travel in 5-person cabins or 20-person room sections. There are sockets suitable for charging mobile phones in several places in the passenger compartment.
Our Expedition class is an excellent choice for groups or guests traveling with children.
 The journey becomes a real experience in the 42-seat first-class Pullman First carriages equipped with two- and four-person boxes with reclining armchairs. Each box has a window and a full-fledged table, so guests can pass the time of the trip with a card or board game party. Food and drinks are served in the seats by the car’s dedicated wait staff.
Services included Services included

✅ Seat selection,
✅ travel guide,
✅ city map,
 

✅ Seat selection,
✅ travel guide,
✅ city map,
✅ Package delivery at the destination between the train station and the hotel room.
Meals on board (Budapest-Ceske Budejovice)
✅ Welcome champagne,
✅ Consumption of mineral water, tea, coffee, soft drinks, beer, wine*,
✅ Breakfast (1 breakfast dish of your choice),
✅ Lunch (1 appetizer, 1 main course, 1 dessert),
Meals on board (Ceske Budejovice-Budapest)
 ✅ Welcome champagne,
 ✅ Consumption of mineral water, tea, coffee, soft drinks, beer, wine*,
 ✅ Brunch,
 ✅ Afternoon tea with champagne.
* From the indicated beers and wines.

We only accept guests over 16 years old in Pullman First class.
Prices / guest
Expedition
Pullman First
Travel + accomodation in double room / guest
HUF 199.000 Ft
HUF 399.000 Ft
 Included
  • Travel by Continenta Classic Express special train in Expedition class,
  • Three nights accommodation in the four-star Hotel Clarion Congress with breakfast,
  • Transfers required,
  • Walking tour of Ceske Budejovice
  • Bus trip to Cesky Krumlov
  • Travel by Continental Classic Express special train in Pullman First class,
  • On-board meals included in the description of the carriage class,
  • Three nights accommodation in the four-star Hotel Clarion Congress with breakfast,
  • Transfers required,
  • Walking tour of Ceske Budejovice
  • Bus trip to Cesky Krumlov
 Not included
  • Personal expenses,
  • Optional programs,
  • Other meals not included in the description,
  • Accident, illness, baggage insurance (BBP),
  • Trip cancellation insurance.
  • Personal expenses,
  • Optional programs,
  • Other meals not included in the description,
  • Accident, illness, baggage insurance (BBP),
  • Trip cancellation insurance.
 Others
 Single supplement fee
HUF 40.000
HUF 40.000
 Buffet dinner at hotel (3 evenings)
HUF 36.000 Ft
HUF 36.000
 Optional program
 A) City-tour in Linz
Soon!
 B) Bus-tour to Hluboká
Soon!
 C) City tour and castle visit in Cesky Krumlov
Soon!

Installment options:
  •  50% of the participation fee within 3 days of booking, the remaining 50% by September 1, 2024.
  •  30% of the participation fee within 3 days of booking, another 20% until August 1, 2024, and the remaining 50% until September 1, 2024.
 We can only provide the possibility of payment in installments in the case of payment by bank transfer.

Cancellation fee:
  •  can be canceled free of charge until August 31, 2024,
  •  Between September 1, 2024 and September 14, 2024 20%
  •  40% between September 15 and September 30, 2024,
  •  75% between October 1, 2024 and October 9, 2024,
  •  After October 10, 2024, a 100% cancellation fee is payable.
Travel insurance is recommended. The insurance can be taken out at any office. Our company does not sell travel insurance.

Schedule (proposed)

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