Day 01: Arrive Moscow, RUSSIA
Welcome to Moscow – a capital to the world. We are warmly received and transferred to our hotel. Balance of the day is free to relax. Enjoy your dinner at the hotel restaurant. 
Overnight: Marriott Grand, Moscow (2 nights) (D)

Day 02: Moscow
Moscow, one of the largest cities in the world, is the symbolic heart and soul of the country.  Sightseeing begins at the Red Square, dominated by St. Basil's Cathedral and by the massive red walls of the Kremlin*. Visit the Armory Museum, proceed to see the Moscow University and the popular Arbat shopping district. Continue with a drive along the wide boulevards and then stroll through GUM, Russia’s largest department store. Rest of the day is at leisure or you may take part in an optional tour to visit the Ensemble of the Novodevichy Convent* or a tour by night of Moscow and its subway. (B) 

Day 03: Moscow / Tver / Novgorod
After an early breakfast, depart for Tver, an ancient trading port nestled on the banks of the Volga River. The city offers fascinating treasures, including Putevoy Dvorets, built for Catherine II as a resting place on her journeys from Moscow to St. Petersburg. Enjoy a short sightseeing tour of this remarkable city. End the day in historic Novgorod, founded almost twelve centuries ago.  
Overnight: Park Inn Veliky, Novgorod (1 night) (B, D)

Day 04: Novgorod / St. Petersburg
A morning sightseeing tour of the Historic Monuments of Novgorod and Surroundings* starts at the Kremlin with a visit to St. Sophia Cathedral. Then, cross the river via a pedestrian bridge to visit the Yaroslav Court. In the afternoon, travel north to St. Petersburg*, the former capital of the Romanov Czars. Upon arrival enjoy a first sightseeing tour of the city starting with the visit of Peter and Paul Fortress, quarter of the City museum and its cathedral, which houses the crypt of the Russian emperors. Next, visit St. Isaac’s Cathedral.  
Overnight: Holiday Inn, St. Petersburg (2 nights)  (B, D)

Day 05: St. Petersburg
There are not many cities in the world that can match the grace of St. Petersburg. When Peter the Great founded the city in 1703, he hired Europe’s best architects, craftsmen and artists to build and decorate it. Spread over 100 islands linked by over 600 bridges, it is often referred to as “Venice of the North”. This morning sightseeing tour will feature highlight: the world-famous Hermitage, which houses many treasures from the Czarist era. The rest of the day is free at leisure. (B)

Day 06: St. Petersburg / Tallinn, ESTONIA
Journey to Estonia, where our first stop is at Narva. Continue to Tallinn*, capital of Estonia and situated on the southern coast of the Gulf of Finland.
Overnight: Meriton Grand Hotel, Tallin (1 night) (B, D)

Day 07: Tallinn / Riga, LATVIA
We explore the Historic Centre of Tallinn* on a walking tour of the Upper and Lower Old Town, we visit the Orthodox Alexander Nevsky Cathedral. Next, we visit Toompea Castle and see the 14th century gothic Town Hall. This afternoon we are off to Riga*, capital of Latvia.
Overnight: Radisson Blu Hotel, Riga (2 nights) (B, D)

Day 08: Riga
We explore the Historic Centre of Riga*, visiting Riga Castle, the magnificent Dome Cathedral, St. Jacobs Cathedral, St. Peter’s Church, the Parliament building, Liberty Monument and the district of Art Nouveau houses. Afternoon is free. (B)

Day 09: Riga / Vilnius, LITHUANIA
Morning we take a leisurely drive to Vilnius, capital of Lithuania. The rest of the day is at leisure. 
Overnight: Hotel Novotel Vilnius, Vilnius (2 nights) (B, D)

Day 10: Vilnius
The city of Vilnius* is located at the confluence of the Neris and Velnele Rivers. In Old Vilnius we visit Peter and Paul Church and St. Anna’s Church. View Vilnius University, dating back to 1570, the Gediminas' Tower in the Upper Town and Vilnius Castle.  Afternoon is free. Optional excursion to Trakai.  (B)

Day 11: Vilnius / Warsaw, POLAND
A full day’s drive seeing beautiful landscape and after crossing the border into Poland, we arrive at the capital city, Warsaw*, late afternoon.
Overnight: Holiday Inn, Warsaw (2 nights) (B, L, D)

Day 12: Warsaw
This 700 year old capital of Poland is a symbol of nationhood and the will to survive against great odds. We explore the Historic Centre of Warsaw*, as our sightseeing tour here includes a drive along the famous Royal Route from magnificent Castle Square to Lazienki Park and Palace, summer residence of the last king of Poland. Pass by the Palace of Science and Culture (known as a “wedding cake”), the Saxon Gardens, the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier, Monument to the Heroes of the Warsaw Ghetto and the Barbican. Continue with the walking tour of the Old Town, Old Market Square and St. John’s Cathedral. Time free to rest or stroll through the city or attend late afternoon Chopin concert.  (B)

Day 13: Warsaw / Krakow
This morning we journey to Czestochowa, known for the blackened picture of St. Mary in the Yasna Gora Monastery, popularly called the "Black Madonna". Afternoon, there is time for an optional trip to one of the most somber memorials of the past, Auschwitz*. End your day in Krakow*.   
Overnight: Hotel Novotel Centrum, Krakow (2 nights) (B, D)

Day 14: Krakow
Our exploration of Krakow* starts with a visit to the Wawel Hill, viewing the Royal Castle and the Royal Cathedral. Enjoy a walking tour of the Old Town where we visit the Main Market Square, Renaissance Cloth Hall and St. Mary's Church. (B)

Day 15: Krakow / Prague, CZECH REPUBLIC
After an interesting and scenic drive through the Polish countryside, we cross the borders to Slovakia and then to the Czech Republic.  Visit Zlata Praha (Golden Prague*) with its Baroque churches, promenades, parks and ancient city walls.
Overnight: Hotel Diplomat, Prague (2 nights) (B, D)

Day 16:  Prague
Built on the seven hills more than 1000 years ago and situated on both banks of the Vltava River, Prague* is one of the most attractive cities in Europe. Your city tour starts with a panoramic drive to the famous Wenceslas Square, the Strahov Stadium and the Castle Square. On a walking tour, visit the Royal Castle of Hradcany, St. Vitus Cathedral, Royal Palace and Loretto Church. Cross the Charles Bridge and walk through the old quarter of Prague to view the Jewish Ghetto, Town Hall and the world famous Astronomical Clock. The balance of the day is free. An optional visit to a cultural performance will be available. (B)

Day 17: Prague / Vienna (295 Kms), AUSTRIA / Depart
As we culminate our tour today we are transferred to the airport for your departure flight. (B)