Embark on a profound journey through the soul of Central and Eastern Europe, where medieval charm meets Jewish heritage and 20th-century resilience. We invite you to go beyond the typical tourist sights, in a travel experience designed for the culturally curious, blending significant monuments with the enduring, vibrant spirit of the Jewish communities that shaped Lithuania, Poland, and the Czech Republic.
Day One
OVERNIGHT: VILNIUS, LITHUANIA
Welcome to Lithuania! Welcome meeting at the hotel and orientation walk followed by a welcome dinner to get to know your group.
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Day Two
OVERNIGHT: VILNIUS, LITHUANIA
Walking tour of city center: Jewish sites such as Choral Synagogue, the only functioning synagogue in Vilnius to survive both WWII and Soviet rule. and the Tolerance Center, as well as the Republic of Užupis, a Bohemian/funky district of Vilnius.
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Day Three
OVERNIGHT: VILNIUS, LITHUANIA
Day trip to beautiful Trakai castle set on a small island in a series of lakes where we meet the Karaites, a unique Turkic ethnic group that adheres to a distinct branch of Judaism and makes delicious savory pies. We will also visit city of Kaunas, Lithuania’s 2nd city and the capital of the country between WWI and WWII.
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Day Four
OVERNIGHT: WARSAW, POLAND
This morning, we say good bye to Lithuania and fly to Poland. After lunch, we will get oriented with a walking tour of the city to focus on Jewish history from WWII. There is a fantastic museum of the Warsaw Uprising that is a must for WWII buffs.
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Day Five
OVERNIGHT: WARSAW, POLAND
Our second day in Warsaw includes a vodka tasting, visit to the communist-era museum, and a tour of Bohemian Warsaw.
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Day Six
OVERNIGHT: KRAKOW, POLAND
Moving on, we take the train 2 hours south to Krakow to explore one of Central Europe’s gems. After lunch we will have a tour of the old town and Wawel castle.
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Day Seven
OVERNIGHT: KRAKOW, POLAND
Today we visit the Jewish district, featuring the oldest synagogue in Poland, and Schindler’s museum.
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Day Eight
OVERNIGHT: KRAKOW, POLAND
Today we have a day trip to Auschwitz Memorial, a solemn must-do activity for this area.
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Day Nine
OVERNIGHT: KRAKOW, POLAND
Another day trip today. This time to see the jaw-dropping Wieliczka salt mines where everything is carved from salt.
Day Ten
OVERNIGHT: PRAGUE, CZECH REPUBLIC
After saying good bye to Poland, we will pack some sandwiches, snacks, some beers, and a thermos of coffee before we catch the train down to Czech Republic. Once in Prague, we will settle into our hotel, then delve into medieval history and Jewish history with a guide Andrew has known for the past 15 years.
Day Eleven
OVERNIGHT: PRAGUE, CZECH REPUBLIC
You will have plenty of free time to explore the various neighborhoods outside the touristed center.
Day Twelve
OVERNIGHT: PRAGUE, CZECH REPUBLIC
Today is a day trip down to beautiful South Bohemia to visit the picturesque town of Cesky Krumlov. Tour the narrow cobblestone streets, the town’s monastery and gardens, and visit inside the iconic Cesky Krumlov Castle.
Day Thirteen
OVERNIGHT: PRAGUE, CZECH REPUBLIC
Today we tour Prague’s castle district, including the city’s impressive cathedral. Farewell dinner together tonight at a brew pub.
Day Fourteen
OVERNIGHT: TOUR ENDS
Our tour ends after breakfast. Your guide will be on hand to help with transfers to the airport or wherever your adventures take you.
Twenty-five years ago, Andrew got bit hard by the travel bug when he took his first trip abroad, backpacking around Europe for 6 months. Eventually, he took the big plunge and in 2014 he moved to Slovenia, the charming Alpine/Balkan/Mediterranean country where east meets west.
Andrew has been leading & organizing tours for the past 20 years. He loves to champion countries and regions that many travelers have yet to explore. His three favorite aspects of traveling are sampling the local cuisine and wine, sharing travel escapades with other travelers and hanging out with the locals.
2027 Price: $5895 (International air not included) per person for a double occupancy room. Single Occupancy room is $6795. We welcome singles and if you do not have a travel partner, please sign up for a single spot. In the event that a roommate is found, your booking can be changed to a double before final payment is due.
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You can reserve with a nonrefundable deposit of $600.
What’s Included: all breakfasts, 3 lunches, 5 dinners, transportation during the tour, entrance fees, local guides, tips, and 13 nights lodging in comfortable, clean, and centrally located hotels.
Tour begins in Vilnius, Lithuania (VNO) and tour ends in Prague, Czech Republic (PRG).
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