Passport to Europe
5‐Night Stay in One City of Your Choice ‐ Budapest, Prague, Krakow, Florence, or Rome for 2
This Experience for 2 Includes:
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- 5-night stay at a 4-star hotel in the city center
- Daily breakfast
- City Experiences
- Winspire booking & concierge service
If Europe has been calling your name, this is your moment to answer. Choose one of five extraordinary destinations and settle into a 5-night stay at a centrally located 4-star hotel, placing you in the heart of the city’s culture, history, and energy. To make your journey even more unforgettable, your escape includes two curated experiences, thoughtfully selected to immerse you in the unique spirit and atmosphere of your chosen destination.
From iconic landmarks to local flavors and hidden gems, every moment is designed to help you experience Europe not just as a visitor, but as part of its story.
Budapest, Hungary
Budapest is a city of striking beauty and rich tradition — where grand architecture lines the Danube and centuries of culture come alive through music, cuisine, and timeless landscapes. From the glow of Parliament at night to the charm of the countryside, every moment feels both vibrant and deeply rooted.
Your Budapest Experience Includes:
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- 5-night stay at Three Corners Downtown Hotel (or similar)
- Daily breakfast
- 4-course dinner river cruise with live folk music
- Private authentic Hungarian horse show & countryside experience (half day)
- Winspire booking & concierge service
See Budapest at its most captivating as you cruise along the Danube, where illuminated landmarks create a breathtaking backdrop to your evening. Savor a multi-course Hungarian dinner while live folk music fills the air — a celebration of the country’s rich cultural heritage.
Step beyond the city into the Hungarian countryside, where tradition still thrives. Experience a lively horse show showcasing the skill and spirit of Magyar horsemen, paired with local flavors and warm hospitality. It’s an authentic glimpse into a way of life that has been preserved for generations — and a highlight that adds depth to your journey.
Kraków, Poland
Kraków is one of Europe’s most captivating cities — where medieval charm meets powerful history. Its beautifully preserved Old Town, vibrant culture, and meaningful historical sites create an experience that is both enriching and unforgettable.
Your Kraków Experience Includes:
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- 5-night stay at Hotel Wetzl (or similar)
- Daily breakfast
- Traditional Polish folk night with dinner
- Auschwitz-Birkenau visit with a private guide
- Winspire booking & concierge service
Spend an evening immersed in Polish tradition with a lively folk night, where music, dance, and authentic cuisine come together in a warm and welcoming atmosphere. It’s a joyful celebration of culture that offers a true taste of local life.
Balance this with a deeply meaningful visit to Auschwitz-Birkenau, led by a private guide who brings history into focus with care and insight. This powerful experience offers an important moment of reflection and understanding — adding depth and perspective to your time in Poland.
Florence, Italy
Florence is a city that doesn’t just showcase beauty — it lives and breathes it. From world-renowned masterpieces to sunlit piazzas and hidden trattorias, every corner tells a story of artistry, passion, and timeless Italian elegance.
Your Florence Experience Includes:
- 5-night stay at Hotel Rosso 23 (or similar)
- Daily breakfast
- Guided walking tour including visit to Accademia Gallery
- Private Florence hills bike and wine tour
- Winspire booking & concierge service
Step into the heart of Florence on a guided walking tour through the city that gave birth to the Renaissance. Wander elegant piazzas, cobblestone streets, and iconic landmarks as your expert guide brings centuries of art, history, and culture to life. The highlight is your visit to the Accademia Gallery, where Michelangelo’s David stands in breathtaking detail — one of those rare moments in travel that truly stops you in your tracks.
Then trade the city’s historic streets for the rolling beauty of the Tuscan countryside on a private bike and wine tour through the Florence hills. Pedal past cypress-lined roads, vineyards, olive groves, and sweeping hillside villas, with postcard-worthy views unfolding around every turn. The experience concludes with a tasting of regional wines, allowing you to savor the flavors of Tuscany in the very landscape that inspired them.
From golden mornings beneath the Duomo to evenings spent wandering across the Ponte Vecchio as the Arno reflects the city lights, Florence wraps you in beauty at every turn.
Prague, Czech Republic
In the heart of the Bohemian basin lies Prague — a city that feels suspended between history and enchantment. Often called the “City of a Hundred Spires,” Prague captivates with its cobblestone lanes, gothic towers, graceful bridges, and a skyline that glows with old-world romance. Every corner reveals another story: centuries-old cathedrals, hidden courtyards, and lantern-lit streets that seem lifted from a fairytale.
Your Prague Experience Includes:
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- 5-night stay at Hotel Josephine Old Town (or similar)
- Daily breakfast
- Jazz riverboat cruise with dinner and entertainment
- Kutna Hora private day tour
- Winspire booking & concierge service
By evening, step aboard a riverboat and drift along the Vltava River, where Prague’s illuminated skyline reflects across the water in shimmering gold. As the city’s historic bridges and spires glide by, enjoy a beautifully prepared dinner, a glass in hand, and the soulful sounds of live local jazz filling the air. It’s an unforgettable way to experience Prague at its most magical.
Your journey continues with a full-day excursion to Kutná Hora, a picturesque town once famed for its silver mines and still rich with the grandeur of its golden age. Wander romantic cobblestone streets lined with Gothic architecture, explore the hauntingly beautiful Bone Church, and savor lunch in a traditional Czech restaurant steeped in local charm.
For those wishing to further explore Prague’s cultural treasures, the majestic Prague Castle and Lobkowicz Palace await — home to masterworks by Canaletto, Brueghel, and Velázquez, along with music scores penned by Beethoven and Mozart.
Admission to the Lobkowicz Palace Museum and midday classical concert not included.
Rome, Italy
There are cities you visit, and then there is Rome — a place that feels like stepping into the pages of history itself. Known as the Eternal City, Rome is where ancient ruins rise beside lively piazzas, where fountains sparkle beneath golden afternoon light, and where every street seems to whisper stories of emperors, artists, and saints. From the grandeur of the Roman Empire to the timeless energy of modern Italy, Rome is a destination that captivates at every turn.
Your Rome Experience Includes:
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- 5-night stay at Mecenate Palace Hotel (or similar)
- Daily breakfast
- Colosseum, Roman Forum, and Palatine Hill Tour with private guide
- Skip-the-line entry for 2 to the Sistine Chapel and Vatican Museums
- Winspire booking & concierge service
Step into the heart of ancient Rome on a private guided journey through the Colosseum, Roman Forum, and Palatine Hill. Walk where gladiators once stood, descend into the legendary arena, and imagine the roar of the crowds that filled this iconic amphitheater nearly 2,000 years ago. Continue through the Roman Forum, where temples, arches, and ancient pathways bring the grandeur of the empire vividly to life.
No visit to Rome is complete without experiencing the Vatican Museums and the Sistine Chapel. With skip-the-line access, you’ll move effortlessly into one of the world’s most extraordinary collections of art and archaeology, gathered by the Popes across centuries. Then comes the unforgettable moment: standing beneath Michelangelo’s masterpiece, gazing up at the frescoed ceiling of the Sistine Chapel. It’s one of those rare travel moments that stays with you forever.
From morning espresso in a sunlit café to evenings wandering candlelit cobblestone streets, Rome invites you to savor every moment.
Why This Experience Captivates Donors and Closes Bids
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- Built-In Choice Drives Broad Appeal: With five iconic European cities to choose from — Budapest, Kraków, Florence, Prague, or Rome — this package instantly resonates with a wide range of travelers and bidding styles.
- Bucket-List Destinations Donors Recognize: Europe’s most beloved cities create instant emotional pull, from Rome’s Colosseum to Prague’s fairytale skyline and Florence’s timeless elegance.
- Experiential Storytelling Sells: Each city includes immersive cultural moments — river cruises, private tours, folk nights, and historic sites — giving auctioneers rich, emotional talking points that inspire action.
- Aspirational Yet Attainable Luxury: A 5-night stay in a centrally located 4-star hotel with curated experiences feels indulgent, polished, and easy to envision.
- High Perceived Value + Turnkey Ease: International travel, multiple destination options, and Winspire’s concierge support create strong confidence and premium donor value.
Package Redemption
Winspire Travel packages and experiences must be booked within one year of the purchase date. The actual travel date must occur within two years of the purchase date.
Booking & Concierge Services
Winspire provides a team of seasoned travel professionals to help you redeem your experience. We will book all travel-related details and reservations for every part of your experience. Included within our services, Winspire can assist with extra hotel nights, airfare, and additional guests as a full-service travel agency.
Additional Information
Reservations are subject to availability, blackout dates, and major holidays. Reservations must be booked 60 days in advance of travel. Purchases through charity fundraisers are non-refundable.
Ground transportation is the responsibility of the winner unless otherwise stated.
Blackout Dates
The week of major holidays and major local events. Additional dates may apply.
