11D9N European Heritage Tour: From Krakow to Athens

The trip started with an early morning flight from Kuala Lumpur to Kraków. After arriving and checking in at the hotel, the afternoon is spent exploring the historic city of Kraków. Guided tours take visitors to Wawel Castle, providing a photo opportunity with its historic architecture. The tour continues to the Jewish Quarter of Kazimierz, where the streets are filled with rich history and beautiful scenery. The day ends at the Main Market Square & Kain Hall, a perfect place for shopping and taking beautiful photos. Dinner at a Halal restaurant, followed by an overnight stay in Kraków.

After breakfast, Day 2 focuses on the main historical and cultural landmarks of Kraków. The group visited the Auschwitz-Birkenau Memorial, a very touching place that tells the story of the atrocities of the Second World War. Next, a visit to the Wieliczka Salt Cave shows the amazing underground chapel and statues. Stop at the Basilica of St. Mary offers an opportunity for a photo session. The afternoon is spent strolling down Floriańska Street, a great place to buy local souvenirs. Lunch and dinner at a Halal restaurant close the day before returning to the hotel for the night.

Started with breakfast at the hotel, then a beautiful trip to Košice, Slovakia. Today's explorations includeSt. Elisabeth, famous for its Gothic architecture, and Hlavná Ulica (Main Street), a great place for shopping and leisurely strolls while learning about history. Visitors can also stop by Istana Jakab, a perfect photo opportunity with its attractive exterior design. The day ends with lunch at a Halal-friendly restaurant, a delicious dinner at a Halal restaurant, and an overnight stay in Košice.

The journey continues to Budapest, Hungary. The main attractions of the day include the Square of Heroes, which offers historical insights and great photography opportunities. The Fishermen's Bastion & Matthias Church provide panoramic views of the city, while the Parliament Building is an iconic landmark for photos. Váci Street is the place to buy Hungarian souvenirs. After enjoying lunch and dinner at a Halal restaurant, the group spends the night in Budapest.

Exploring the heart of Budapest. The group begins with a visit to Buda Castle & Chain Bridge, where history and beautiful scenery make for an unforgettable photo. The Great Market is another place to buy typical Hungarian goods. After a full day of exploring, the group enjoyed lunch and dinner at a Halal restaurant, then rested for the night in Budapest.

After breakfast, the group started the journey to Belgrade, Serbia. The day begins with a visit to the Kalemegdan Fortress, which offers historical context and stunning views of the city. Republic Square & Knez Mihailova Street provide a mix of shopping and history, perfect for a leisurely evening stroll. The day ends with lunch and dinner at a Halal restaurant before spending the night in Belgrade.

Starting with breakfast at the hotel, then the journey continues to Skopje, North Macedonia. Visitors explore the Old Bazaar, a bustling area full of history and lively market stalls. The Stone Bridge & Macedonia Square is a perfect spot for a sight-seeing and photo session. The day ends with lunch and dinner at a Halal restaurant, followed by an overnight stay in Skopje.

The group travels to Thessaloniki, Greece, where the White Tower offers a breathtaking panoramic view. The Rotunda Galerius is an interesting historical site and perfect for photography. Visitors also explore Tsimiski Street to buy Greek souvenirs. After lunch and dinner at a Halal restaurant, the group rests for the night in Thessaloniki.

Seeing the trip ends in Athens, where the historical wonders of the Acropolis of Athens & Parthenon await, offering incredible photo opportunities and experiencing the history of ancient Greece. The group then explores Plaka, an attractive area with Greek handicrafts, and Monastiraki Square, a bustling market perfect for souvenir shopping. Lunch and dinner at a Halal restaurant provide free time, followed by an overnight stay in Athens.

On the last day of the trip, breakfast is followed by transfer to Athens International Airport for the return flight to Kuala Lumpur. The flight departs in the evening, with a night journey.

The trip ends with the group's arrival at KLIA in the morning, marking the end of an unforgettable 11-day European adventure.