13D10N D'SPLENDOR EASTERN EUROPE

Upon arrival, begin with a sightseeing tour to Berlin, which will take us to the renowned Berlin Wall, built in the dead of night. It was used to prevent East Germans from fleeing to the West for the next 28 years. Its demise, which was virtually as quick as its birth, was applauded across the world. Not forgetting to visit the Reichstag, the German Parliament's seat, Brandenburg Gate, and Charlie Checkpoint.

This morning, journey to Dresden. An orientation tour will take us to a remarkable historical site steeped in history. The highlight includes the magnificent Frauenkirche (Church of Our Lady) and the Zwinger Palace. The Frauenkirche, famous for its 95m high stone dome, was one of Germany's greatest Protestant churches and a prominent landmark and emblem of Dresden. The Zwinger is another remarkable Baroque palace that incorporates an open-air galley with a gorgeous courtyard.

Optional: Bastei, beautiful rock formation known as Bastei Bridge was formed in Germany over a million years ago by water erosion. It is regarded as the majestic throne above the Elbe River and rises to a height of 305 meters (1,000 ft).

This morning, journey to Brno to admire rich architectural treasures while strolling around it's historic city, the capital of Moravia. Visit famous landmarks including the Cathedral of Saints Peter and Paul.

As you travel with your tour, stop at piazzas including Liberty Square, Freedom Square, and Capuchin Square, where the vault of the Capuchin Monastery houses the mummified bones of local nobility. Visit the Vegetable Market, which is built over an intricate network of tunnels that were once used to store food, brew beer, and age wine.

Embark on a half day walking tour of Kraków and its captivating medieval structures. Visit the Gothic-Renaissance Wawel Royal Castle, and venture down to the historic Old Town to explore Europe’s largest medieval market square. Marvel over the spectacular St. Mary’s Basilica and the Cloth Hall.

Continue to take a trip out of town to the Wieliczka Salt Mine as one of the world’s oldest operating salt mines, excavated from the 13th century, produced table salt continuously until 2007. The mine is now an official Polish Historic Monument and a UNESCO World Heritage Site.

Begin your day with a shopping spree stop at the Designer Outlet Parndorf before arriving in Vienna. *Note: Factory outlet close on public holiday and Sunday, outlet replacement is subject to change without prior notice in the event of unforeseen circumstances. Continue to Vienna, the capital of Austria and known as “The City of Music’’. A guided tour starts at the renowned Schönbrunn Palace, marvel the stunning exterior of the massive baroque complex.

Continue the tour to see the glorious Ringstrasse, the State Opera house, Reichsrat Parliament Building, Rathaus and the Hofburg Imperial Palace. Finally, end the day with a visit to one of the most important Gothic structures in Austria – St. Stephen’s Cathedral. Free at leisure for some shopping.

Optional: Concert Orchestra - You may wish to join a recommended excursion to one of the famous concert halls and witness the Vienna concert performance for your evening’s enjoyment.

            *Note: Factory outlet close on public holiday and Sunday, outlet replacement is subject to change without prior notice in the event of unforeseen circumstances.

Today a short journey to Hallstatt, an incredibly gorgeous village that sits along the banks of Lake Hallstatt awaits you today. One of the World Heritage Sites in Austria by UNESCO in 1997. You will soon know why Hallstatt being known as “the most Instagrammable town in the world".

Next, proceed to Salzburg, where the beautiful setting of the famous iconic film “The Sound of Music”. Waltz through the famous Mirabell Garden and visit the birthplace of famous classical music prodigy Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart at No. 9 Getreidegasse with a guided tour. Continue to Salzburg's historic center Old Town, renowned for its beautiful Baroque architecture and is one of the best-preserved old towns in north of the Alps.

Free at own leisure until transfer to the airport for check-in and flight back to Singapore.