10 days · 5 countries
Central Europe in Low Season
From AED 5,528per person, twin share
Visit Central Europe in Low Season & explore 5 top European countries. Experience the magic of Central Europe with fewer crowds!
- Duration
- 10 Days / 9 Nights
- Route
- Starts and ends in Munich
- Countries
- Germany, Austria, Hungary, Slovakia and Czech Republic
- Activity level
- Moderate (3 of 5)
- A coach tour across five countries, with a city tour most days, a couple of early starts and fewer crowds than the summer departures
- Accommodation
- 9 nights in 3- and 4-star hotels
- Meals
- 9 breakfasts and 4 dinners
- Group
- Group tour, up to 53
- Guide
- English-speaking tour leader throughout, with local guides in several cities
- Transport
- Air-conditioned coach
- Best time to go
- Runs October, November and March: cool, sometimes cold weather with shorter days, and fewer crowds at the main sights
Tour overview
Explore five top countries in Central Europe, and uncover hidden gem cities, including Regensburg and Brno. Enjoy a relaxed pace and free time to immerse yourself in each destination. Spend two nights each in Budapest, Vienna and Prague. This 10-day Central Europe in Low Season tour is sure to captivate!
Highlights
- Discover Munich on an orientation tour
- Enjoy a German meal in one of Munich's historic restaurants
- Visit the historic town of Regensburg
- Visit Pilsen, the city where Pilsner hails from
- Enjoy Czech cuisine at a local spot in Prague
- Explore Prague on a guided tour
- Embark on a discovery of breathtaking Brno
- Take a tour of Slovakia’s capital city, Bratislava
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- Explore Budapest with an expert local guide
- Enjoy a traditional Hungarian dinner in Budapest
- Explore the Baroque beauty of Győr
- Spend two consecutive nights in Vienna
- Enjoy a walking tour of Vienna; Austria's capital
- Feast on traditional Austrian cuisine in Vienna
- Explore and uncover the history of Melk Abbey
- Discover Salzburg on an orientation tour
- Marvel at the Herrenchiemsee Palace and Monastery in Germany
Route and hotels
Where the tour goes and where you sleep, night by night.
Munich
1 night · Day 1
Mercure Munich Neuperlach Sued
Regensburg
Day 2 · on the way
Pilsen
Day 2 · on the way
Prague
2 nights · Days 2–3
Hotel Duo
Brno
Day 4 · on the way
Bratislava
Day 4 · on the way
Budapest
2 nights · Days 4–5
ibis Styles Budapest Center
Győr
Day 6 · on the way
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Vienna
2 nights · Days 6–7
B&B HOTEL Wien-St. Marx
Melk
Day 8 · on the way
Salzburg
1 night · Day 8
harry's XL hotel
Herrenchiemsee
Day 9 · on the way
Munich
1 night · Day 9
Mercure Munich Neuperlach Sued
Day-by-day itinerary
Day 1
Start of tour in Munich
Meals included: Dinner
The Munich hotel is reached in the morning, before heading into the city centre for an orientation tour that takes in Marienplatz, Frauenkirche, Kaufingerstraße and Hofbrauhaus among the top sights. Free time follows, and the optional excursion today goes further into Munich life, culture and food. In the evening, an included three-course dinner is served at a historic restaurant.
Included
- Orientation tour of Munich with your tour leader, taking in Marienplatz
- Welcome dinner of traditional Bavarian dishes at a local restaurant
Optional extras
- Munich Food & City Tour · AED 255 per person
- Overnight
- Munich
- Hotel
- Mercure Munich Neuperlach Sued
- Meals
- Dinner
Day 2
Munich – Regensburg – Pilsen – Prague
Meals included: BreakfastDinner
After breakfast, the route heads to Regensburg, where an orientation tour covers the historic Old Town, then continues to Pilsen for an orientation tour and the optional Pilsen Brewery excursion, a tour and tasting that is popular enough to need booking ahead of the tour. In Prague, dinner brings a taste of local Czech favourites.
Included
- Orientation tour of Regensburg’s old town
- Orientation tour of Pilsen
- Dinner of traditional Czech food at a local restaurant
Optional extras
- Pilsner Brewery Tour · AED 85 per person
- Travel
- Munich → Prague by coach, via Regensburg and Pilsen
- Overnight
- Prague
- Hotel
- Hotel Duo
- Meals
- Breakfast and dinner
Day 3
Prague: Free Day
Meals included: Breakfast
A locally guided city tour of Prague this morning gives an introduction to this European city, and the rest of the day is then free. The optional Prague+ excursion takes in the top sights, on foot and on the water with a cruise on the Vltava. Tonight’s optional excursion brings traditional Czech folk dancing alongside a meal.
Included
- Guided walking tour of Prague’s Old Town Square, Charles Bridge and Wenceslas Square
Optional extras
- Prague+ · AED 280 per person
- Traditional Czech Folk Music & Dance Evening · AED 255 per person
- Overnight
- Prague
- Hotel
- Hotel Duo
- Meals
- Breakfast
Day 4
Prague – Brno – Bratislava – Budapest
Meals included: BreakfastDinner
Three countries are visited in one day. The first stop is Brno in Czechia for an orientation tour, followed by Bratislava, the capital of Slovakia, for a walking tour. The last country reached is Hungary, with a tour, led by a local guide, through the Buda side of Budapest. In the evening, a traditional Hungarian three-course dinner is served at a local restaurant.
Included
- Orientation tour of Brno
- Orientation tour of Bratislava, with views of Bratislava Castle
- Driving tour of the Buda side of Budapest
- Dinner of traditional Hungarian dishes at a local restaurant
- Travel
- Prague → Budapest by coach, via Brno and Bratislava
- Overnight
- Budapest
- Hotel
- ibis Styles Budapest Center
- Meals
- Breakfast and dinner
Day 5
Budapest: Free Day
Meals included: BreakfastThe day in Budapest is free. The optional Budapest+ excursion covers St Stephen’s Basilica and the Central Market Hall among Budapest’s top attractions, or you can choose the thermal waters of the Budapest Baths this afternoon instead. In the evening, an optional dinner cruise takes in views of the city from the Danube.
Included
- Free day in Budapest to explore at your own pace
Optional extras
- Budapest+ · AED 340 per person
- Budapest Baths · AED 235 per person
- Danube Dinner Cruise · AED 320 per person
- Overnight
- Budapest
- Hotel
- ibis Styles Budapest Center
- Meals
- Breakfast
Day 6
Budapest – Győr – Vienna
Meals included: BreakfastDinner
On the way to Austria, there is a stop in Győr, a Baroque town in Central Europe. From there the route continues to Vienna, with a hotel check-in before a locally guided tour. In the evening, a three-course dinner of traditional Austrian food is served at a local restaurant, and you can end the day at an optional classical music concert in the Schönbrunn Palace Orangery.
Included
- Orientation tour of Győr
- Guided tour of Vienna with a local guide
- Dinner of traditional Austrian dishes at a local restaurant
Optional extras
- Vienna Classical Music Concert · AED 365 per person
- Travel
- Budapest → Vienna by coach, stopping in Győr
- Overnight
- Vienna
- Hotel
- B&B HOTEL Wien-St. Marx
- Meals
- Breakfast and dinner
Day 7
Vienna: Free Day
Meals included: BreakfastVienna offers a free day to explore, or the optional Imperial Vienna excursion is one way to get more from the day and the local culture, with a visit to the UNESCO-listed Schönbrunn Palace covering Vienna’s imperial history, and lunch at a local café.
Included
- Free day in Vienna to explore at your own pace
Optional extras
- Imperial Vienna · AED 405 per person
- Overnight
- Vienna
- Hotel
- B&B HOTEL Wien-St. Marx
- Meals
- Breakfast
Day 8
Vienna – Melk – Salzburg
Meals included: Breakfast
Leaving Vienna, the route heads to Melk, on the Danube and known for its 11th-century Melk Abbey, then on to Salzburg. The city has sights including Salzburg Cathedral, Residenzplatz and the birthplace of Mozart, and you can join the optional excursion to locations associated with The Sound of Music. The hotel check-in follows later in the evening.
Included
- Tour of Melk Abbey overlooking the Danube
- Orientation tour of Salzburg
Optional extras
- Sound of Music Tour · AED 255 per person
- Travel
- Vienna → Salzburg by coach, stopping at Melk Abbey
- Overnight
- Salzburg
- Hotel
- harry's XL hotel
- Meals
- Breakfast
Day 9
Salzburg – Herrenchiemsee – Munich
Meals included: BreakfastOn the way back to Munich, there is a stop at Herrenchiemsee Palace and Park, reached by a scenic boat ride to Herreninsel island. The afternoon is spent on the island, at Herrenchiemsee Castle and the Monastery, before the route continues to Munich to check into the evening’s accommodation. The last evening of the tour is free, and you might arrange a group farewell dinner.
Included
- Boat ride to Herreninsel and visit to Herrenchiemsee Palace and Monastery
- Travel
- Salzburg → Munich by coach, stopping at Herrenchiemsee Palace
- Overnight
- Munich
- Hotel
- Mercure Munich Neuperlach Sued
- Meals
- Breakfast
Day 10
End of tour in Munich
Meals included: BreakfastThis 10-day tour of Germany, the Czech Republic, Slovakia, Hungary and Austria finishes today, with one last breakfast before everyone goes their separate ways. It is worth swapping contact details beforehand to keep in touch.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Dates & prices
Prices per person, sharing a double or twin room. A single room costs the supplement shown.
FromSat 17 Oct 2026ToMon 26 Oct 2026
Sold out
AED 6,629
Single room supplement +AED 1,782 single
Full
FromSat 14 Nov 2026ToMon 23 Nov 2026
Available
AED 6,042
Single room supplement +AED 1,782 single
FromSat 20 Mar 2027ToMon 29 Mar 2027
Available
AED 5,821
Single room supplement +AED 2,333 single
FromSat 23 Oct 2027ToMon 1 Nov 2027
Available
AED 5,821
Single room supplement +AED 2,333 single
FromTue 2 Nov 2027ToThu 11 Nov 2027
AvailableBest price
AED 5,528
Single room supplement +AED 2,333 single
What’s included
Included
- 9 nights hotel accommodation in twin rooms with private bathrooms. The majority of our accommodations are of a 3- and 4-star standard, offering excellent value, comfort and convenience
- Single travellers have the option to pay a single supplement to ensure a private room (subject to availability)
- 9 Breakfasts, 4 Dinners *Vegetarian options available for all meals on request
- Modern air-conditioned coach with reclining seats and toilet onboard
- Any public transport used as part of the tour (excludes free days)
- Fully-guided tour
Not included
- Flights: Arrange your own flights for the start and end of the tour
- Travel insurance: Purchase a suitable policy that meets your needs
Optional extras
Excursions and upgrades you can add to the tour. Prices are per person.
Munich Food & City Tour
A local guide walks you through Munich’s old town to Marienplatz, the Hofbräuhaus and the Viktualienmarkt food market, with Bavarian food to taste along the way. €60. Book it before the tour: add it to your booking notes.
AED 255 per person
Pilsner Brewery Tour
A tour of the Pilsner Urquell brewery in Pilsen, finishing with a taste of unfiltered Pilsner straight from the lagering cellars. €20. Book it before the tour: add it to your booking notes.
AED 85 per person
Prague+
A local guide takes you around Prague Castle and the Mala Strana neighbourhood, then a cruise on the Vltava River with a buffet lunch and a drink included. €65, booked with your tour leader on the day.
AED 280 per person
Traditional Czech Folk Music & Dance Evening
A three-course Czech dinner with unlimited drinks, followed by a folk show of traditional Czech music and dancing. €60, booked with your tour leader on the day.
AED 255 per person
Budapest+
A local guide walks you through Budapest’s sights on both sides of the river: the Central Market Hall, St Stephen’s Basilica, Fisherman’s Bastion and the Shoes on the Danube memorial, ending with lunch at a local restaurant. €80, booked with your tour leader on the day.
AED 340 per person
Budapest Baths
Skip-the-line entry to the Széchenyi thermal baths in Budapest’s City Park, with time to soak in the mineral-rich pools. Bring your swimsuit. €55, booked with your tour leader on the day.
AED 235 per person
Danube Dinner Cruise
An evening cruise along the Danube past the Parliament building, Buda Castle Hill and the Chain Bridge, with a welcome drink and a buffet of Hungarian dishes, vegetarian options included. €75, booked with your tour leader on the day.
AED 320 per person
Vienna Classical Music Concert
A Mozart and Strauss concert in the Schönbrunn Palace Orangery, with time at the interval to walk through the Orangery Gardens. €85, booked with your tour leader on the day.
AED 365 per person
Imperial Vienna
A guided tour of Schönbrunn Palace’s staterooms and gardens, lunch at a historic Viennese café, and a VIP visit to the Swarovski store in Vienna. €95, booked with your tour leader on the day.
AED 405 per person
Sound of Music Tour
A local guide takes you to Salzburg locations from The Sound of Music, including the Mirabell Gardens, the Nonnberg Convent and Hellbrunn Palace. €60, booked with your tour leader on the day.
AED 255 per person
To add an extra, mention it in your booking notes, and we confirm it with your seats before you pay. Some are booked with your tour leader on the day instead: their description says so.
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Good to know
Practical details to read before you travel.
Passport & visas
Every country on this tour, Germany, Austria, Hungary, Slovakia and the Czech Republic, is in the Schengen area, so one Schengen visa covers the whole trip.
UAE passport holders don’t need a visa for stays of up to 90 days, but will need the EU’s new ETIAS travel authorisation once it starts: we can tell you where it stands when you book. Most other nationalities living in the UAE need a Schengen visa. You can apply up to six months before you travel, and appointments in Dubai fill up before the summer and over Christmas, so start early.
Your passport must be valid for at least three months after you leave the Schengen area, have been issued within the last ten years and have two blank pages, and your UAE residence visa must be valid for at least three months after you return. Our visa team handles Schengen applications: ask us when you book.
Flights and timings
Flights to and from Munich aren’t included.
Day 1 starts at the Mercure Munich Neuperlach Sued hotel, where you check in from 10:00. The tour runs entirely by coach, so there are no internal flights or trains to plan around. It ends in Munich after breakfast on day 10, by around 10:00.
Our team can book your flights from Dubai to match.
Meals and dietary needs
Nine breakfasts and four dinners are included, with vegetarian options available on request for every meal.
Tell us about any dietary needs, halal included, when you book, and we pass them on before the tour.
Money
This tour crosses three currencies: the euro in Germany, Austria and Slovakia, the Hungarian forint in Hungary, and the Czech koruna in the Czech Republic. Cards are widely accepted, and a card without foreign transaction fees is the easiest way to pay.
Optional experiences booked on tour are paid to your tour leader in cash or by card, in the currency shown.
Weather and packing
This tour runs in low season, October, November and March, so expect cool to cold weather, shorter daylight hours and a real chance of rain or snow, especially in November.
Pack warm layers, a waterproof coat, gloves and a hat for the November and March dates, and comfortable, waterproof shoes for the daily walking tours. Modest clothing, shoulders and knees covered, is worth having for visits to churches and abbeys such as Melk.
Travelling in low season
Travelling outside the busy summer months means shorter queues and quieter streets at the main sights. It can also mean shorter opening hours, and outdoor stops such as the boat ride to Herrenchiemsee can run a reduced schedule or close in poor weather. Your tour leader will confirm what is running once you arrive.
Plan your trip
Our Dubai team arranges what goes around the tour, so it is booked in one place.
Visas
One Schengen visa covers the Schengen countries on this route. Our visa team in Dubai applies for UAE residents once the tour is booked.
Flights
Flights are not included. We can book them with the tour: Dubai to Munich and back. Tick “Flights” when you book and we quote them with your confirmation.
Pay in instalments
Split the cost with Tabby or Tamara, or over 3 to 12 months on a UAE bank credit card for bookings from AED 1,000.
Book this tour
Book online in a few minutes. Your seats are held as soon as you book, and you pay once we have confirmed them.
- Choose your date, travellers and roomsPrices are per person, and the total updates as you choose.
- Name each traveller as in their passportYour seats are held and your booking reference is emailed straight away.
- Pay by secure link once confirmedOur Dubai team confirms the seats with the tour operator, then emails your payment link. Nothing is charged when you book.
Questions before you book? Our support team is on WhatsApp +971 58 582 4488.
Questions about this tour
What will my days actually look like?
Full days, zero filler. Most mornings start with breakfast before heading out to the main sights with your Tour Leader or a local guide. Afternoons often include free time to wander, find a coffee or join an Optional Experience. Expect a good amount of walking too. On some days, you could spend two to three hours on your feet. Comfortable shoes are your best friend.
Who will I be travelling with?
People from all over the world. Different ages, different backgrounds, same instinct to see more. Groups have on average between 35-45 travellers. By day three, you’ll already know everyone's name.
What are the hotels like?
Clean, comfortable and well located. Mostly 3 to 4 star, with private en-suite bathrooms. They're chosen so you can sleep well and feel ready for the next day. They're not the centrepiece. The destinations are. But they're never an afterthought.
How active is this tour?
All travellers carry their own bags, including up hotel stairs where needed. Walking tours can last up to three hours, and some sites involve a fair number of steps. Read through the itinerary to decide if the pace is right for you.
How do Optional Experiences work?
Optional Experiences happen during your tour's free-time slots, and your Tour Leader will tell you about what's on offer during the tour. Most can be booked on the day, but some are pre-sold and must be purchased before your tour begins, so it's worth checking the tour page beforehand to see what's available and get in touch with our team to book anything in advance.
Will I have time to explore on my own?
Yes. Free time is built into the itinerary, giving you space to wander and explore at your own pace. Your Tour Leader can point you towards the places worth your time, so you're never left completely to figure it out yourself.
What support do I have while I'm on tour?
Your Tour Leader is there to look after you during your tour. They know the places most people walk straight past, they'll have a restaurant recommendation ready before you've asked, and they'll sort anything that comes up along the way. All transport and accommodation are arranged for you.
You'll also have a 24-hour emergency contact number and the Holidayys team in Dubai.
How do I book Central Europe in Low Season?
Press Book now, choose a date and your rooms, and enter each traveller as their passport shows. We hold your seats and email your booking reference straight away. Our Dubai team confirms the seats with the tour operator, then emails you a secure payment link. Nothing is charged when you book.
When do I pay?
Once the tour operator confirms your seats. We email you a secure payment link for the total in AED, and your booking is complete when it is paid. To pay in instalments, say so in your booking notes.
Is the price per person?
Yes. Prices are per person sharing a double or twin room. Travelling alone? A single room costs the supplement shown next to each date.
Are flights included?
Only when the tour lists them under what is included. We can book flights from the UAE to the start city and home from the end city with your tour.
Do I need a visa?
That depends on your passport and the countries on the route. Our visa team arranges Schengen and other visas for UAE residents, and can apply for yours once the tour is booked.
Payment plans
Pay over time, at 0% interest
Every booking qualifies, from holidays and tours to visas. Pay later with a credit card instalment plan or a buy-now-pay-later account; some banks charge a one-time processing fee.
- Credit card plans from AED 1,000
- Tabby and Tamara, no minimum
- Terms from 3 to 12 months
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Credit cards, from AED 1,000
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