Hermes Tours

EASTERN EUROPEAN GEMS TOUR!

Saturday, June 16, 2012 - Arrival to Prague (D )

Upon arrival, clear customs and make your way to our hotel. Prior to the departure of our tour we will give you a few options on various ways to get to the hotel from the airport. Our hotel is the lavishly quaint hotel Leonardo, located in the heart of Old Prague very close to Charles Bridge. The remainder of the day is free to explore Prague on your own and get familiar with your surroundings. This evening Hermes Tours hosts a welcome dinner where we can get acquainted with new travel partners.

Afterwards we get acquainted with the rest of Prague on our Gay treasure hunt! Here you take part in an adventurous treasure hunt where we are guaranteed to have lots of fun! While visiting several gay cafes and bars you and your team will be collecting points, fulfilling several tasks and of course meeting the local gay community. The final stop will be one of the trendiest gay clubs of Prague.

Sunday, June 17, 2012 -City tour of Prague (B)

Following breakfast we begin our city tour of Prague. Visit Prague Castle, including a guided visit of St. Vitus’ Cathedral, St. Wenceslas and St. Vojtech’s chapels to name a few. We continue as we walk along the picturesque Charles Bridge and continue our tour of Old Prague including the famous Old Town square which is home to the Astronomical Clock , Vysehrad fortress, Charles Square and the largest Baroque church, St. Nicolas. We also will walk through the Jewish town and then complete our tour at the Astronomical Clock. This afternoon and evening are free to do as you wish.

Monday, June 18, 2012 -Free day (B)

Today is completely free for you to enjoy Prague at your own pace.

Tuesday, June 19, 2012 - Dresden (B)

After breakfast we are off to Dresden, Saxony’s capital where the city sits in baroque splendor and a wide sweep of the Elbe river. The city had the old reputation of being the “Florence of the River Elbe”. Upon arrival we familiarize ourselves with a short orientation tour. Dresden offers a great variety of attractions including the Dresden Zwinger, the Frauenkirche Church, Semper Opera house and the Royal Palace. The rest of the afternoon and evening are free for you to explore Dresden on your own.

Wednesday, June 20, 2012 -Dresden (B)

Today is a free day for you to explore Dresden at your own pace. Your guide will have optional activities planned.

Thursday, June 21, 2012 -To Berlin (B)

After breakfast we depart for Berlin, the capital of Germany with and infamous history and home to some of the most talked about architecture. Upon arrival we enjoy a half day sightseeing tour of Berlin. We visit the Brandenburg Gate, a view of the Reichstag with its new glass dome, a view of the Victory Column with its golden statue of Victory.

Friday, June 22, 2012 - Berlin (B)

Sure to be a highlight of your trip, we jump into some relicts from the past – Trabants! These trabis as they are commonly known were the primary car of the Eastern block and become our means of transportation as we travel through Berlin fulfilling specific tasks. Go back in time as you cross a “Police border station” on the boarder from East Germany to West Germany. We will divide up into smaller groups where you will have the opportunity to drive one of the trabis yourself. All of our cars will be connected with a walkie-talkie system as we help each other through the adventure. Return to our hotel where the rest of the afternoon is free for you to explore Berlin on your own.

Saturday, June 23, 2012- Berlin Pride / Free Day (B, D)

Please note: This is the tentative day for the Parade. The organizers have not officially announced this but from historic reference we are fairly confident it will be so.

Berlin has always been known for their openness and love of all. Today marks the Christopher street parade also known as the gay pride parade. Today is completely free for you to enjoy the parade and all the festivities that will be taking place today. For those who would prefer a more quieter day we will have a list of various options that you will enjoy. This evening Hermes Tours hosts a farewell dinner at a local restaurant where we get a last chance to say farewell to our new treasure hunt, trabi pro, travel companions. Afterwards we are sure to head to one of the local gay clubs to keep the celebrations going.

Sunday, June 24, 20012 -End of Tour (B)

Our tour officially ends after breakfast today. You are free to schedule your return flight for anytime today. Due to the fact that Berlin has 3 separate airports we have not arranged a group airport transfer but will assist you with choosing the best method to get to the airport.