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Ayelet Tours Traveling University
Jewish Heritage Tour of Eastern Europe
with Professor Stephen Berk
June 29 - July 11, 2025

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Prof Berk's Farewell Tour!

Ayelet Tours Traveling University
Jewish Heritage Tour of Eastern Europe
with Professor Stephen Berk
June 29 - July 11, 2025 Hotel Details

Kings Court Prague Hotel

Prague

Kings Court is a contemporary hotel, housed in a neo-Renaissance style historical building, built in 1904. The hotel is situated in walking distance from many Prague´s attractions : Old Town Square, Charles Bridge, Wencelas Square and more. Hotel Kings Court is located at Republic Square, next to Municipal House, on the opposite side of Palladium, one of the biggest shopping centres in Prague. [more]

Kempinski Budapest

Budapest

The Kempinski Hotel Corvinus Budapest is a five star deluxe hotel is situated in the heart of the city in the pedestrian zone, at the Elizabeth Park (Erzsébet tér). The Kempinski Grand is within steps from the exclusive shopping area Váci utca and Fashion Street, the Danube River, historic landmarks and the theater district. [more]

Stradom House

Krakow

Stradom House Autograph Collection is housed in an outstanding historical building in Krakow, situated between the Royal castle and the Jewish district. The 125 guestrooms Hotel is a perfect spot to explore the bustling city, surrounded by local attractions, and tailored made experiences. The chic destination is offering a blend of Polish modernism and original historical details. Travellers unwind themselves at Sol SPA, the contemporary Wellness center, including a state-of-the-art Fitness, exclusive wet facilities and an Indoor lap pool. Gourmet traveller's are delighted with an elegant seafood restaurant, John Dory. The guests will experience an upscale eatery, Gaia inspired by the Mediterranean countries cuisine, where the lively atmosphere sets the stage. Hedwig’s Club introduces a world-class bar and a wine cellar in a spectacular converted chapel. This is a Lifestyle venue assembled, transformed and prepared to be a one-of-a-kind experience. [more]

Hotel Bristol

Warsaw

Le Meridien Bristol Hotel is a highly prestigious hotel located at the Royal Tract which leads from Wilanow to the Old Town through the most interesting parts of Warsaw, full of churches, historical buildings and places worth visiting. The hotel itself is a magnificent building on the corner of the Royal Tract and a smaller street. It is impressive, especially after dark the illumination of the façade makes an exceptional impression. [more]

Ayelet Tours Traveling University
Jewish Heritage Tour of Eastern Europe
with Professor Stephen Berk
with Vienna post-tour
June 29 - July 15, 2025 Hotel Details

Kings Court Prague Hotel

Prague

Kempinski Budapest

Budapest

Stradom House

Krakow

Hotel Bristol

Warsaw

Imperial Riding School Renaissance Hotel

Vienna

Imperial Riding School Renaissance Vienna Hotel welcomes you to Austria's capital city with rich history and modern style. The building in which our hotel is located once served as military riding school in the mid-19th century; today, it's a chic home base for your city center adventure. [more]

Tour Overview:

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Prof Berk's Farewell Tour!

Discover the profound history and vibrant heritage of Jewish communities across Eastern Europe with renowned historian and academic, Professor Stephen Berk. This immersive journey will take you through the heart of Jewish life, exploring significant landmarks, historical sites and cultural treasures. Join us as we honor the past, celebrate resilience and look toward the future!

YOUR EASTERN EUROPE TOUR INCLUDES:

3 nights Kings Court Hotel, Prague
3 nights Kempinski Hotel, Budapest
3 nights Stradom House, Krakow
2 nights Hotel Bristol, Warsaw
All touring and sightseeing in a deluxe air-conditioned motorcoach
English-speaking Tour Director
Internal flight from Prague to Budapest
Train from Krakow to Warsaw
Lectures by Professor Stephen Berk throughout
Breakfast daily
Welcome dinner in Prague
Shabbat dinner in Budapest
2 dinners in Krakow, including with the JCC
Farewell dinner in Warsaw
Jewish heritage & city highlights tours
Meetings with local Jewish community members, leaders and educators
Visits to Terezin & Auschwitz-Birkenau
Chopin concert in Warsaw
Entrance fees per itinerary
Porterage
Bottled water on the bus
Whisper headsets

YOUR VIENNA POST-TOUR INCLUDES:
During your time in Warsaw prior to the extension, Professor Berk will present a bonus presentation on Vienna's Jewish history in preparation for your time there (Professor Berk will not be traveling on the extension).

4 nights Imperial Riding School Renaissance Hotel, Vienna
Breakfast daily
2 dinners, including Shabbat dinner
Jewish heritage sites + musical concert with Jewish community members
City highlights sightseeing, incuding Schönbrunn Palace, Ringstrasse and more!
Entrance fees
Porterage
Bottled water on the bus

NOT INCLUDED:

Roundtrip airfare, departure taxes and fuel surcharges
Airport transfers
Border taxes or visa fees
Tips to guides, drivers and service personnel ($25 per person, per day; pre-collected)
Meals not listed above
Optional concert on Vienna post-tour
Items of a personal nature
Travel insurance (recommended - group policy available)

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Tour Itinerary:

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