Prague, Dresden, Krakow & Auschwitz

At a Glance

15 Days | 14 Nights | Dresden, Kraków and Prague | Door to Door Service | Auschwitz-Birkenau | Wieliczka Salt Mine | Vltava Dinner Cruise

 

Why You’ll Love This Holiday

Discover the rich history, magnificent architecture and timeless culture of Central Europe on this unforgettable journey through Germany, Poland and the Czech Republic.

 

This superb touring holiday brings together three incredible cities: elegant Dresden, historic Kraków and magical Prague, each offering its own unique atmosphere, stories and architectural beauty.

 

Begin with Dresden, a beautiful Baroque city known for its grand buildings, riverside setting and cultural heritage. A guided walking tour introduces the city’s historic centre, while visits to Meissen Porcelain Factory and Pillnitz Castle and Gardens add craftsmanship, elegance and scenic charm.

 

In Poland, explore Kraków, one of Europe’s most atmospheric historic cities. A guided tour reveals its beautiful Old Town, Market Square and cultural treasures, while a visit to Oskar Schindler’s Factory Museum provides a powerful insight into the city’s wartime history.

 

A guided excursion to Auschwitz-Birkenau Memorial offers a deeply moving and important opportunity to reflect on one of the most significant sites in modern history.

 

You will also visit the spectacular Wieliczka Salt Mine, a UNESCO World Heritage Site where remarkable underground chambers, chapels and carvings have been created deep below the surface.

 

The holiday concludes in Prague, one of Europe’s most enchanting capitals. Enjoy a guided walking tour of the city before a memorable evening Vltava River Dinner Cruise with welcome drink and three-course dinner.

 

With Door to Door service, Elite coach travel, overnight North Sea ferry crossings and carefully selected hotels, this is a rich and rewarding European touring holiday filled with history, culture and unforgettable experiences.

 

Your Hotels

Barceló Dresden Newa

Located in the heart of Dresden on the city’s famous shopping boulevard, this stylish hotel offers contemporary comfort within easy reach of the city’s historic attractions.

 

Hotel Wyspiański

Ideally situated close to Kraków’s beautiful Market Square, this welcoming hotel provides comfortable accommodation within walking distance of the city’s historic centre.

 

Art Nouveau Palace Hotel

Located in the heart of Prague, this elegant historic hotel offers a luxurious stay within easy reach of the city’s most famous landmarks.

 

Your Holiday Includes

Travel and Accommodation

• Door to Door home pick-up service

• Elite coach travel throughout

• Overnight return North Sea sailings with P&O Ferries including en-suite cabin, dinner and breakfast

• Overnight hotels in Germany with dinner, bed and breakfast on the outward and return journeys

• 3 nights’ half board at the Barceló Dresden Newa, Dresden

• 4 nights’ half board at Hotel Wyspiański, Kraków

• 3 nights’ bed and breakfast at the Art Nouveau Palace Hotel, Prague

• One evening meal in Prague

• Services of an experienced Acklams Holidays Tour Driver

• All bedrooms with en-suite facilities

 

Included Visits and Experiences

• Guided walking tour of Dresden

• Entrance to Meissen Porcelain Factory with demonstration

• Entrance to Pillnitz Castle and Gardens

• One-way River Elbe cruise from Pillnitz to Dresden

• Guided tour of Kraków

• Entrance to Oskar Schindler’s Factory Museum

• Guided tour of Auschwitz-Birkenau Memorial

• Guided tour of the Wieliczka Salt Mine

• Guided walking tour of Prague

• Evening Vltava River Dinner Cruise with welcome drink and three-course dinner

About the Destination

This holiday explores a fascinating region of Central Europe, combining the elegance of Germany, the rich heritage of Poland and the fairy-tale beauty of the Czech Republic.

 

Dresden is renowned for its Baroque architecture, riverside setting and cultural treasures, while nearby Meissen is famous throughout the world for its fine porcelain craftsmanship. Pillnitz Castle and Gardens add a graceful riverside highlight on the banks of the Elbe.

 

Kraków is one of Poland’s most beautiful and historic cities, with a magnificent Market Square, atmospheric streets and a powerful wartime history. Nearby, Auschwitz-Birkenau and Wieliczka Salt Mine are two of Poland’s most significant and moving visitor experiences.

 

Prague provides a spectacular finale, with its bridges, towers, Old Town Square, Astronomical Clock and wonderful historic atmosphere.

 

About the Experience

This is a rich and varied touring holiday designed for those who enjoy history, culture, architecture and meaningful travel experiences.

 

In Dresden, enjoy guided sightseeing, fine craftsmanship at Meissen and a scenic River Elbe cruise from Pillnitz Castle. In Kraków, discover one of Europe’s most atmospheric old cities and visit important historic sites that offer both beauty and reflection.

 

The guided visit to Auschwitz-Birkenau Memorial is a deeply moving experience, while the Wieliczka Salt Mine reveals a remarkable underground world of chambers, chapels and carved salt features.

 

The holiday ends in Prague, where guided sightseeing and an evening dinner cruise on the Vltava provide a memorable and elegant conclusion to your Central European journey.

 

Your Hotel – Barceló Dresden Newa

The Barceló Dresden Newa is a stylish hotel located in the heart of Dresden on the city’s famous shopping boulevard.

 

Recently refurbished, the hotel offers spacious modern bedrooms, a restaurant, fitness centre and wellness facilities with sauna, providing a comfortable base close to the city’s historic attractions.

 

Hotel Features

• Restaurant

• Fitness centre

• Wellness facilities

• Sauna

• Modern bedrooms

• Central Dresden location

• Close to historic attractions

• Located on the city’s shopping boulevard

 

Your Hotel – Hotel Wyspiański

Hotel Wyspiański is a welcoming hotel ideally situated close to Kraków’s beautiful Market Square.

Its location places you within easy walking distance of the historic centre, restaurants and cafés, making it a convenient base for exploring this remarkable Polish city.

 

Hotel Features

• Restaurant

• Comfortable bedrooms

• Central Kraków location

• Close to Market Square

• Walking distance to historic centre

• Nearby restaurants and cafés

 

Your Hotel – Art Nouveau Palace Hotel

The Art Nouveau Palace Hotel offers an elegant stay in one of Prague’s finest historic hotels.

Located in the heart of the city, this beautiful property features well-appointed bedrooms, an excellent restaurant and bar, and is within easy walking distance of Charles Bridge, Old Town Square and the famous Astronomical Clock.

 

Hotel Features

• Restaurant and bar

• Historic Art Nouveau building

• Elegant bedrooms

• Central Prague location

• Walking distance to Old Town Square

• Walking distance to Charles Bridge

• Close to the Astronomical Clock