Expat Explore Central & Eastern Europe Explorer
- Expat Explore Central & Eastern Europe Explorer- 15 Days | 8 Countries :Munich→Munich
- Dates: 18 June – 05 July 2026
- Price:
- RS 177,000* per person sharing
- Includes:
- Air ticket on Turkish Airlines
- 1 night in Munich with breakfast
- All transfers
- 15 days Expat tour as per above
- Excludes:
- Tips of about EUR120 per person for the driver/guide
- Compulsory travel insurance
- Any personal expenses
- Payment terms: (name swapping is possible up to 2 months prior to departure)
- RS 35000 non -refundable deposit at time of booking
- RS 50000 by 30dec2025
- Balance by 01march2026
- EXPAT Tour Overview
- 25 Experiences: Highlight yellow for those that are new
- Explore Munich; the capital of Bavaria
- Enjoy dinner in a traditional German Beer Hall
- Step into a fairytale at Neuschwanstein Castle
- Explore Innsbruck on an orientation tour
- Visit Vaduz, capital of Liechtenstein
- See the city of Lucerne on an orientation tour
- Enjoy a scenic mountain drive to Switzerland
- Explore the glamorous Lake Como
- Spend a night in the Italian Lake District
- Visit Verona; the setting of Shakespeare’s Romeo and Juliet
- Explore the heart of Venice on an orientation tour
- Enjoy a scenic drive through the Dolomite National Park
- Visit the Monastery Town of Andechs
- See the iconic Leaning Tower of Pisa
- Discover Florence, the birthplace of the Renaissance
- Enjoy a Tuscan dinner in Florence
- Visit the lakeside town of Mondsee
- Tour the stunning Melk Abbey
- Enjoy an Austrian lunch in Melk
- Discover the delights of Vienna on a guided tour
- Experience the best of Budapest on a guided tour
- Visit Bratislava; the capital of Slovakia
- Explore Prague on a guided tour
- Enjoy Czech cuisine at a local spot in Prague
- Visit the historic city of Nuremberg
- 12 Optional Excursions: Highlight yellow for those that are new
- Munich: Hidden Sights & Delights
- Swarovski Crystal Worlds
- Tyrol Folk Evening & Dinner
- Jungfraujoch: Journey to the Top of Europe
- Swiss Fondue Dinner
- An Evening in Montecatini
- An Evening in Venice
- Bavarian Bites & Brews
- Classical Vienna: Concert and Dinner
- Danube Dinner Cruise
- Traditional Czech Folk Music & Dance Evening
- Prague+
- Prague Taste & Tales
- Itinerary: E0418
Mauritius/Istanbul on TK161 dep: 2005
Arrive in Istanbul at 0430 am and on to Munich on TK1629 dep: 0710 am arr:0855 am. Arrive in Munich and transfer to your hotel (name to TBA )
Arrive in Munich
After meeting up with your tour leader at the hotel this morning, embark on an orientation tour of Munich. For further immersion into the city’s sights and culture, join today’s optional excursion. See all the top attractions with an expert local guide and get an authentic taste of German cuisine ! Later, enjoy a welcome dinner in a historic Bavarian restaurant.
Meal: Dinner included
Accommodation – Mercure Hotel Muenchen Neuperlach Sued (or similar)
Munich – Neuschwanstein Castle – Innsbruck
Continuing the journey, stop at Neuschwanstein Castle – a 19th-century castle which inspired Disneyland’s castle. Explore this dreamy location with a local guide! Next, cross the border into Austria towards Innsbruck. Embark on an orientation tour before free time. Why not visit Swarovski Crystal Worlds on today’s optional excursion? Later, enjoy traditional Tyrolean music and cuisine by joining tonight’s optional excursion.
Meal: Breakfast
Hotel Dollinger (or similar)
Innsbruck – Vaduz – Lucerne – Swiss Alps
Today’s first destination is the world’s sixth-smallest country, Liechtenstein. Stop in Vaduz, the capital, for a leisurely stroll and free time. Then, journey into Switzerland! Upon arrival in Lucerne, embark on an orientation tour of top sights, including the famous Chapel Bridge. Marvel at this beautiful city before heading to Interlaken. Enjoy an included Swiss dinner at the hotel tonight.
Meal: Breakfast, Dinner
Accommodation: Alpenrose Hotel and Gardens (or similar)
Swiss Alps: Free Day
It’s a free day in the stunning Swiss Alps! You’re guaranteed to see snow at the top of Jungfraujoch if you embark on today’s optional excursion. Europe’s highest train station promises exceptional mountain views, impressive glaciers and scenic landscapes. This evening, join the Swiss Fondue Dinner optional excursion to get a taste of Swiss cuisine and warm up.
Meal: Breakfast
Accommodation: Alpenrose Hotel and Gardens (or similar)
Swiss Alps – Lake Como – Italian Lake District
After breakfast this morning, head to Italy’s spectacular Lake District with a stop at the famous Lake Como. This immense body of water is fabulously framed by scenic villages. Explore the Lake District at leisure this afternoon. This is where La Dolce Vita lives! End the day back at the hotel with the group for a delicious included dinner.
Meal: Breakfast, Dinner
Hotel Stazione (or similar)
Italian Lake District – Florence – Pisa – Tuscany
First stop today is the birthplace of the Renaissance, Florence. Embark on an orientation tour and enjoy a Tuscan lunch before a leather workshop. Next, travel to a world-renowned Italian icon – the Leaning Tower of Pisa. Then, journey to Montecatini and settle into the accommodation, or join the optional excursion to explore Montecatini Alto and enjoy a three-course dinner.
Meal: Breakfast, Dinner
Accommodation: Hotel Massimo d’Azeglio (or similar)
Tuscany – Verona – Venice
Fair Verona awaits! Arrive in the setting of Shakespeare’s star-crossed tale and head out on an orientation tour before enjoying free time. Next up is Venice, a remarkable city which straddles 118 islands! See Venice from its charming canals by joining the optional An Evening in Venice excursion for a Gondola and water taxi ride followed by a local dinner!
Meal: Breakfast
Accommodation: Hotel Venezia (or similar)
Venice – Dolomites – Andechs Monastery – Munich
After breakfast, soak up incredible scenery as the coach drives through the Italian Dolomite Mountains. Up next is a hidden Alpine gem, the monastery town Andechs, a highlight of this tour! Why not tuck into a hearty lunch while admiring Andech’s countryside scenery? Next, return to Munich and settle into the hotel before spending the evening as you wish.
Meal: Breakfast
Accommodation: Mercure Hotel Muenchen Neuperlach Sued (or similar)
Munich: Free Day
Discover why the Bavarian capital is one of the world’s most dynamic destinations. Munich is truly a melting pot of culture, design and innovation. This afternoon, learn more about Munich’s history and enjoy mouthwatering Bavarian cuisine on an optional guided tour. This evening, get a literal taste of German culture at a traditional restaurant.
Meal: Breakfast and dinner
Accommodation: Mercure Hotel Muenchen Neuperlach Sued (or similar)
Munich – Mondsee – Melk – Vienna
Journey to Austria today. Stop in the lakeside town of Mondsee, home to Mondsee Abbey. Up next is Melk. Tour the spectacular Melk Abbey overlooking the Danube river and enjoy a delicious lunch. Later this afternoon, arrive in Vienna, Austria’s capital, and enjoy a free evening. Or, treat yourself to an optional excursion including dinner followed by a classical concert!
Meal: Breakfast and lunch
Accommodation: B&B HOTEL Wien-St. Marx (or similar)
Vienna – Budapest
This morning, embark on a guided tour of Vienna. Soak up Vienna’s breathtaking architectural, musical and artistic history. Enjoy free time here before continuing to Hungary. Upon arrival in Budapest, the capital, embark on a driving tour to see highlights like the Hungarian Parliament and St. Stephen‘s Basilica. Tonight, join the unmissable optional excursion to dine on the Danube river!
Meal: Breakfast
Accommodation: ibis Styles Budapest Center (or similar)
Budapest – Bratislava – Prague
Tick two new countries off of your bucket list today! First up is the small but stunning capital of Slovakia, the city of Bratislava. Next, the journey continues to Prague. Spend the afternoon exploring this magical city with an expert local guide. This evening, head to a local restaurant to savour delicious Czech cuisine.
Meal: Breakfast and dinner
Accommodation: Hotel Duo (or similar)
Prague: Free Day
Spend a free day in the Czech Republic’s fairytale capital! Prague+ includes a guided tour of Prague Castle as well as a river cruise! This afternoon, join the Prague Tastes & Tales excursion for a deep dive into Prague history and a Slivovitz distillery tour and tasting. Later, opt for a traditional evening of Czech music, dance and cuisine!
Meal: Breakfast
Accommodation: Hotel Duo (or similar)
Prague – Nuremberg – Munich
En route back to Munich, stop in Nuremberg, Germany to soak up its history. As the second-largest city in Bavaria, it is praised for its outstanding architecture which was damaged during WWII and successfully restored thereafter. This afternoon, continue back to Munich. Spend the final evening on tour as you wish! It’s the perfect opportunity for a group farewell.
Meal: Breakfast
Accommodation: Mercure Hotel Muenchen Neuperlach Sued (or similar)
End of tour in Munich
After two full weeks of collecting lifelong memories across Central and Eastern Europe, the tour concludes after breakfast today. If you’d like to stay in touch with your newfound travel family, be sure to exchange contact details before you depart. Expat Explore wishes you a safe and fulfilling journey ahead. See you on the road again soon!
Meal: Breakfast
Transfer to the airport to catch TK 1636 dep: 1930 arr: 2325
Istanbul/Mauritius on TK176 dep : 0210 am arr: 1235
