Vienna & Bratislava NEW
Vienna, the centre of the Habsburg Empire and classical music, is one of the grandest European capitals. Follow in the footsteps of the Habsburgs, relax in one of the many palace gardens and enjoy the influences of Beethoven, Mozart, Hayden and the Strauss family, in this cultural capital.
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Vienna & Bratislava
5 nights |
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The following is a suggested programme, but your HF Holidays' leader may adjust it at their discretion, according to the wishes of the group or to fit into local opening times. There is clearly no obligation to join in any activity, and you should feel free to spend the time as you wish. Download a full itinerary above.
Two countries, two capital cities, one river. The gardens at the baroque palace of Schloss Belvedere make a relaxing start to a break in the Austrian capital, but for an overview of the city, there is little to beat a tram ride around the Ringstrasse, the grand 19th-century boulevard, built over the city’s defensive walls. Within this belt of wide streets lies the old town - the Innere Stadt - and here we can visit the gothic St Stephen’s cathedral, with its distinctive roof of black, yellow and gold.
The Imperial Crypt of the Habsburgs is also nearby. Following the outer walls of the Imperial Palace, gives us the chance to visit the opulent Imperial State Apartments and tour the Spanish Riding School, home of the majestic Lipizzan horses.
The museums and cafés of the Museumsquartier are another focus for exploring. The Museum of Art History is one of Europe’s finest museums and it’s only a short walk to the Leopold Museum with its wide array of Austrian masterpieces, and Vienna’s State Opera House, one of the symbols of this artistic city. A visit to the Schönbrunn Palace rounds off our exploration of Imperial Vienna.
Less than 40 miles away, the Slovak capital, Bratislava, makes for an excellent day trip by train or hydrofoil down the Danube. The historic centre of the city is dominated by St Martin’s Cathedral and the impressive castle which stands on a plateau, 280ft above the river.
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| Dates and prices |
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| Mon 18 May 2009 |
5 |
£745 |
£519 |
| Mon 22 June 2009 |
5 |
£745 |
£519 |
| Mon 20 July 2009 |
5 |
£745 |
£519 |
Single room supplement: £33 per night
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| Travel to resort |
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Latest HF Holidays Flight Information - updated 05/09/2008 (provisional)
British Midland
Heathrow - Vienna
Out 09:25 - 12:45
Return 17:15 - 18:40
Manchester flights: on request
Transfer: 30mins by coach
Independent Travellers: Transfer by HF Holidays’ coach £27 return, or by regular train and bus links.
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| May |
4°C |
12°C |
| June |
12°C |
23°C |
| July |
5°C |
12°C |
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| What the holiday includes |
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- Return economy class air travel (with flight).
- 4 nights' accommodation in double or twin-bedded en-suite rooms.
- Bed & Breakfast.
- Services HF of Holidays' leaders.
- Detailed itineraries.
- return train or hydrofoil from Vienna to Bratislava.
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Where you'll stay
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| AUSTRIA TREND HOTEL SAVOYEN
This elegant four-star hotel is housed in the former home of the Austrian State Printers and is a stone’s throw away from the stunning Palais Belvedere Park. The hotel boasts 309 en-suite rooms, a restaurant, bar, gym and beauty treatments.
There is a £33 per night single room supplement. |
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