Discover Eastern Europe: 10-Day Journey through Prague, Dresden, and Berlin

10 Day Tour of Prague and Berlin

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Tombstones in Prague's Old Jewish Cemetery

10 Days 9 Nights

Best Time: Jan-Dec

Jewish Heritage

WWII History & Communist Era

Experience a captivating 10-day journey through the heart of Central Europe, exploring the rich histories of Prague, Dresden, and Berlin. Wander Prague’s Charles Bridge, the Jewish Quarter, and Prague Castle, uncovering WWII and Communist legacies. Travel by train to Berlin, stopping in Dresden along the way, where you’ll visit the stunning Zwinger Palace. In Berlin, discover the Brandenburg Gate, Holocaust Memorial, and Berlin Wall. With private guided tours, immersive day trips, and expert travel guidance via our app, this trip reveals the essence of Jewish heritage and Europe’s wartime past.

Wander Prague's Royal Route and explore Prague Castle on a private guided tour.
Discover the hidden histories and legends of Prague's Jewish Quarter.
See Berlin's Holocaust Memorial, Brandenburg Gate, and the remnants of the Berlin Wall.
Take an excursion to Sachsenhausen Concentration Camp to learn about Nazi atrocities.
Uncover hidden courtyards and the remains of a synagogue in Berlin’s former Jewish neighborhood.

Wander Prague's Royal Route and explore Prague Castle on a private guided tour.
Discover the hidden histories and legends of Prague's Jewish Quarter.
See Berlin's Holocaust Memorial, Brandenburg Gate, and the remnants of the Berlin Wall.
Take an excursion to Sachsenhausen Concentration Camp to learn about Nazi atrocities.
Uncover hidden courtyards and the remains of a synagogue in Berlin’s former Jewish neighborhood.

Astronomical Clock

Architecture

Prague Castle

Castles & Chateaux

Charles Bridge

Historic Landmarks

Wenceslas Square

European History

Old Town

Historic Landmarks

The Brandenburg Gate

Historic Landmarks

The Berlin Wall

Historic Landmarks

Checkpoint Charlie

European History

The Reichstag

Architecture

Must see sights

Astronomical Clock

Architecture

Prague Castle

Castles & Chateaux

Charles Bridge

Historic Landmarks

Wenceslas Square

European History

Old Town

Historic Landmarks

The Brandenburg Gate

Historic Landmarks

The Berlin Wall

Historic Landmarks

Checkpoint Charlie

European History

The Reichstag

Architecture

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Day 1

Arrive Prague

Day 1

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Arrival in Prague Airport & Transfer by Taxi

Prague has one main airport, Václav Havel Airport Prague, where almost all visitors arrive. Taxis are available directly at the terminal exit, or you can arrange a private transfer for added convenience.

Day 1

Arrive Prague

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Airport Transfer

Mid-Day/Afternoon:

Jewish Quarter

Late Afternoon/Early Evening:

New Town

Early Evening/Evening:

Evening Boat Cruise

Day 1

Arrive Prague

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Arrive Prague

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Arrival in Prague Airport & Transfer by Taxi

Mid-Day/Afternoon

Visit Prague's Jewish Quarter

Jews have lived in Prague since its beginnings in the 10th century and have endowed it with a rich heritage. The ghetto was created in the 12th century, as Jews were forced to live separately from Christians. Despite persecution, the community prospered, but sadly, only a small minority survived the Nazi occupation. A lasting legacy remains, including synagogues, architecture, and a fascinating cemetery.

Late Afternoon/Early Evening

Discover the New Town

Despite being 700 years old, the New Town (Nové Město) is the youngest of the original five independent towns that made up Medieval Prague. The heart of New Town is one of the three original markets around which the town was planned, Wenceslas Square. Not fully given over to tourism like the Old Town, the New Town combines a historic atmosphere with the daily commercial and social life of locals, making it a great place to get a taste of the real Prague.

Early Evening/Evening

Vltava River Cruise

Embark on a captivating evening river cruise in Prague on the Vltava River, where the city's historic landmarks come alive under the soft glow of twilight. Glide past Prague Castle, Charles Bridge, and the Old Town while enjoying a glass of bubbly or a gourmet dining experience with fine wines. This enchanting journey offers a unique perspective of Prague's beauty, creating memories against the backdrop of the city's sparkling lights.

Day 2

Prague

Day 2

Prague

Day 2

Prague

Day 2

Prague

9:00 AM - 12:30 PM

Prague Castle & Royal Route Guided Walk

On this charming guided walk, you will explore the Prague Castle, the largest castle complex in all of Europe. To reach the castle you will trace the Royal Coronation Route and cross the Charles Bridge, whose “speaking stones” reveal the amazing and often cruel history that occurred there. Your tour guide will then take you either through the castle courtyards and into the dramatic St. Vitus Cathedral in the center of the castle complex, or through the upper part of the castle district around the oversized palaces of the old Catholic nobility and the top of the Castle Steps for incomparable views over the red rooftops of the Little Quarter.

Mid-Day to Late Afternoon

Prague Castle and the Castle District

Prague Castle is the most visited destination in Prague, and for good reason. The castle's history stretches back over a 1000 years, and it has served as the seat of government for Bohemian kings, Holy Roman Emperors, and presidents of Czechoslovakia and the Czech Republic. The castle sits impressively perched on a hill overlooking the city, providing a breathtaking and romantic view.

Late Afternoon to Evening

Exploring the Little Quarter

The Little Quarter is a quaint yet lively quarter of Prague tightly nestled on the slope and riverbank beneath the Prague Castle. It is filled with the homes of medieval and renaissance nobility who wanted to live as closely as possible to the castle. Picturesque side streets, beautiful churches, and impressive Baroque architecture all abound within the Little Quarter.

Day 3

Prague

Day 3

Prague

Day 3

Prague

Day 3

Prague

Early Morning to Afternoon

Excursion to the Terezín Concentration Camp

The former Terezín Concentration Camp is where the Nazis created a model “Jewish Town” intended to fool the Red Cross and other observers into thinking that the Jews in Europe were being humanely treated. While the ruse worked, the reality, of course, was that almost all of the Jews located in Terezín were killed, either in Terezín or later in Auschwitz. You can visit the ghetto museum, barracks, and prison, and see exhibitions of music, artworks, literature, and a theater, all created by the prisoners themselves.

Late Afternoon/Early Evening

Wanderings in the Old Town

A visit to the Old Town transports you to an entirely different era. A labyrinth of twisting cobblestone lanes and alleys surrounds Old Town Square, which has been Prague's municipal center since the Middle Ages. The square is lined by magnificent churches and imposing Renaissance palaces. As you wander through the Old Town, you discover numerous other delights, including several beautiful churches, a plentiful supply of cozy cafes and pubs, and an outdoor market dating back to the Middle Ages.

Day 4

Prague

Day 4

Prague

Day 4

Prague

Day 4

Prague

9:00 AM - 12:30 PM

Guided Tour of Velvet Revolution Sites

Commentating on the political upheavals of 1989, the writer and historian Timothy Garton Ash famously pointed out that while Poland had taken 10 years to achieve regime change and Hungary had taken 10 months, Czechoslovakia had achieved the same in a mere 10 days. And the transition from a totalitarian Communist state to nascent democracy was achieved almost without violence or the shedding of blood, hence in the moniker Velvet Revolution. On this tour, you will visit the sites most famously associated with the Revolution, including the residence of the dissident and future president Vaclav Havel, the former headquarters of the infamous STB secret police, and Wenceslas Square.

Mid-Day to Late Afternoon

Vyšehrad Fortress; a Favorite of the Locals

The castle of Vyšehrad was the seat of Bohemia's kings from the 11th to the 12th centuries. Due to its strategic position on a hill overlooking the Vltava River and Prague, it became an important army garrison in the 17th century, and it was transformed into a fortress with huge walls, gates, and ramparts. Walking along these ramparts will offer you wonderful views of the city and river. The interior of the fortress is now given over to a pleasant and quiet park which is a favorite of locals.

Late Afternoon/Early Evening

Stroll through Petřín Park

Petřin Park is Prague's most prominent park, as it is located on the side of a large hill overlooking the city. The park is filled with cherry orchards, beautiful forests, and lawns, and is crisscrossed by numerous paths as well as the medieval Hunger Wall built by Emperor Charles IV. At the top of the park is an Eiffel Tower-like observation tower which provides an unobstructed view of the city.

Day 5

Prague to Berlin

Day 5

Prague to Berlin

Day 5

Prague to Berlin

Day 5

Prague to Berlin

10:28 - 12:50, 18:54 - 20:43

Rail Journey to Berlin with a Stop in Dresden

The enchanting Saxon capital of Dresden is located roughly mid-way between Prague and Berlin, making it a perfect stop on this approximately 5 hour journey. Lockers in the rail station make it easy to drop your bags and make the short walk from the station to the beautiful Old Town. Dresden's long history as a royal residence for the Kings of Saxony transformed their home over the centuries into a splendid architectural jewel. Because of its fascinating baroque and rococo city center, Dresden was often called “Florence on the Elbe”. Also a must see is the Zwinger, a palace complex containing several outstanding art musuems.

Day 6

Berlin

Day 6

Berlin

Day 6

Berlin

Day 6

Berlin

9:00 AM - 12:00 PM

Highlights of Berlin Guided Walking Tour

On this 3 hour tour, your guide will show you the highlights of Berlin and help you understand what makes this city so unique. Sites visited will include the boulevard Unter den Linden, the Gendarmenmarkt, Check Point Charlie, remnants of the Berlin Wall, Potsdamer Platz, the Holocaust Memorial, the Brandenburg Gate, and the Reichstag.

Mid-Day to Late Afternoon

Berlin's Most Iconic Sights

Many of Berlin’s most iconic symbols are found within a short walk of each other. Most famous of all is the Brandenburg Gate. First built as a symbol of peace, it became a symbol of division during the Cold War. A few steps away stands the Reichstag, which was destroyed in the climax of World War II but which has been beautifully rebuilt with a glass dome. Meanwhile, the modernistic Sony Center also symbolizes a revitalized and rebuilt Berlin. Also close by is the sobering Holocaust Memorial, with its more than 2700 concrete slabs creating an ominous impression of loss. Just beyond it is another reminder of Germany's darkest period - the site of Hitler's bunker during the seige of Berlin.

Late Afternoon to Evening

The TV Tower and Berlin's East German & Medieval Legacies

The Television Tower and its surroundings in Alexanderplatz are Berlin's main architectural monument to the former East Germany. Despite the high-rent stores and offices that now fill the buildings, you can still detect quite a bit of that old communist character. Somewhat ironically, you'll find the medieval Nikolaiviertel, the oldest residential area of Berlin, just a few steps away. You'll also find nearby the Marienkirche (Berlin's oldest parish church), the displaced Neptune Fountain, the Red Town Hall, statues of Karl Marx and Friedrich Engels, and the massive Loxx model railway that even non-model train enthusiasts will gasp at.

Day 7

Berlin

Day 7

Berlin

Day 7

Berlin

Day 7

Berlin

Morning/Mid-Day

Stroll the Kurfürstendamm in West Berlin

In the 1920's the elegant, tree-line boulevard known as the Kurfürstendamm was the center of Berlin's nightlife and leisure scene, attracting writers, film stars, and artists. WWII left it in ruins, and today at the end of the boulevard you'll discover a chilling reminder of that destruction: the purposefully unrecontructed remains of the Memorial Church. During the Cold War, the Kurfürstendamm and its surroundings were central to West Berlin's revitalized identity. This was perhaps best symbolized by the famous KaDeWe, the gigantic department store which served as a symbol of market capitalism lodged in the heart of the Iron Curtain.

Afternoon/Late Afternoon

Checkpoint Charlie and the Jewish Museum

The best-known Berlin Wall crossing point between East Berlin and West Berlin during the Cold War, Checkpoint Charlie was the main gateway between the two Berlins for most non-Germans. Next to it is the Mauermuseum recounting the history of the Berlin Wall, while a few hundred yards away is the Topography of Terror depicting the history of the Nazi regime. Nearby, the Jewish Museum explores the fascinating history of Germany's Jewish heritage in a striking modern building - uneven floors, empty spaces, and sharp zig-zags reflect its turbulent experience in Germany.

Early Evening/Evening

Cruise on the River Spree

The Spree is a 250 mile long river that flows through the German states of Saxony and Brandenburg. But it’s best known for its final stretch where it drifts through the city center of Berlin, flowing under more bridges than in Venice and passing the Berlin Cathedral (Berliner Dom), the Reichstag and the Charlottenburg chateau. Taking a cruise, whether for an hour or half the day, offers a wonderful way to see the city in a relaxed manner.

Day 8

Berlin

Day 8

Berlin

Day 8

Berlin

Day 8

Berlin

9:00 AM - 12:00 PM

Berlin in World War II and the Cold War - A Guided Tour

Berlin hides a turbulent past scarred by Nazism and Communism, and on this 3 hour guided tour you will uncover this fascinating history. You will visit the locations where Hitler’s bunker and the SS and Gestapo headquarters once stood, and see remnants of the Cold War such as Check Point Charlie and sections of the Berlin Wall.

Mid-Day to Evening

Excursion to Wannsee

On January 20, 1942, high-ranking members of the SS, the police force, the government administration and the 'Nazi party' met to discuss the “final solution of the Jewish question” in the Villa Minoux on the shores of the Wannsee lake. The juxtaposition of the tranquil setting and the use to which the villa was put is truly chilling. There is now an exhibition within the villa exploring the history of the meeting and its horrible consequences.

Day 9

Berlin

Day 9

Berlin

Day 9

Berlin

Day 9

Berlin

Morning to Late Afternoon

Excursion to the Sachsenhausen Concentration Camp

The Nazi regime interred over 200,000 people in the Sachsenhausen concentration camp. As the closest camp to Berlin, it was primarily used for political prisoners but also held Jews, prisoners of war, and others. After the Soviets liberated the camp over 60,000 Nazis were interned there in turn. Visitors see recreated camp barracks, the original prisoner kitchens where the prisoners scribbled graffiti onto the walls, crematory ovens, and a multi-media presentation of “everyday life in the camp” narrated by former prisoners.

Late Afternoon to Evening

Exploring Hidden Courtyards & Jewish History

With booming 19th-century population growth, nearly every unoccupied space in Berlin was filled by tenement buildings surrounding small courtyards. The Spandauer Vorstadt neighborhood possesses some of Berlin’s most beautiful courtyards, the Hackesche Höfe, as well as other courtyards which better recall the crowded conditions of industrial Berlin. Here you can discover the partially reconstructed New Synagogue, the former site of the Jewish cemetery, and many hidden reminders of a once vibrant community.

Day 10

Depart Berlin

Day 10

Depart Berlin

Day 10

Depart Berlin

Day 10

Depart Berlin

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Transfer to Berlin Airport by Taxi or Train

The most affordable and fast way to reach Berlin Brandenburg airport is by train. The Airport Express train takes only 30 minutes and leaves directly from the main station in central Berlin (Berlin Hbf). Regional and S-Bahn trains also depart from other locations in Berlin. Berlin taxis are generally reliable and honest, so you may wish to take a taxi or Uber, although this is more expensive than the train and puts you at the mercy of traffic. You can also arrange a private transfer. If you are picked up about 3 hours before your departure time, you should arrive at the airport with about two hours to spare, depending on traffic. If you are leaving during rush hour, you may want to budget an extra fifteen to thirty minutes.

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Discover Eastern Europe: 10-Day Journey through Prague, Dresden, and Berlin

10 Day Tour of Prague and Berlin

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