So I've tentatively decided to redeem my AA miles for a flight to Prague and returning from Budapest at the end of this month. This is my first Central European trip, so I've been wading through the archives and travel guides. So much information to digest!

My current plan is to take 14 days, approximately in this fashion: 4 days Prague, 2 days Vienna, 2 days Bratislava, 4 days Budapest. All travel will be by train, or possibly hydrofoil, although that seems a bit overpriced. (If needed, I can extend the durations up to 21 days.)

Are these approximately the right number of days to spend in each city? And are there "must see" places outside of these major cities that may be en route, or nearby?

Finally, does anybody have experience with booking tickets for ballet/orchestra/opera in these cities?

Thanks in advance!