9 days tour

European Christmas Markets Featuring Prague, Vienna & Budape

European Christmas Markets Featuring Prague, Vienna & Budape

This tour includes:

Guide

Local guides

Meals

7 breakfasts, 4 dinners

Others

Visit the magnificent Schonbrunn Palance, a summer retreat of the Habsburg dynasty. Discover Budapest's iconic sights through the eyes of an expert. Experience the world's oldest Christmas market in lovely Dresden, Germany. Join local Hungarian residents for a community hosted dinner in Dunaalmas. Learn the secrets of Viennese confectionary during a candy making demonstration. Dine at the famous Marchfelderhof, an iconic restaurant with a rich Viennese tradition.

Transport

Coach

Accommodation

Day 1 to 3: K+K Central Hotel Day 4 to 5: Grand Hotel Wien Day 6 to 7: Up Hotel

Not included:

Others

Other activities and services are not included.

Flights

Flights are not included.

Optional

Sound of Vienna Concert - $65 pp Vienna Duration: 3 Hours Your transportation is included Enjoy an evening full of music. A special orchestral event in a local venue sparks off a unique firework of the most beautiful compositions from the king of waltz, Johann Strauss, as well as beloved Mozart. Excellent musicians, opera singers and magical ballet dancers present an evening full of Viennese charm with beautiful waltzes, polkas and operetta melodies performed at their highest level.

Insurance

Insurance is not included.

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Itinerary of your trip European Christmas Markets Featuring Prague, Vienna & Budape

  • Day 1 Day 1: Overnight Flight
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 1: Overnight Flight

      Set out on a grand holiday adventure through the winter wonderland of the Imperial Cities of Central Europe โ€“ Prague, Vienna and Budapest. Along the way, immerse yourself in festive Christmas markets, enjoy traditional entertainment, sample local cuisine, and glimpse this regionโ€™s rich history.

  • Day 2 Day 2: Prague, Czech Republic - Tour Begins
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 2: Prague, Czech Republic - Tour Begins

      Arrive in Prague, the "City of 100 Spires." Behold ancient landmarks and medieval architecture. This evening, join your fellow travelers for a welcome dinner at a local restaurant.

  • Day 3 Day 3: Prague
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 3: Prague

      Feel the magic and wonder of Prague dressed up for the holiday season. Your introduction to this fairy-tale city begins with a panoramic tour. Explore the โ€œCastle District,โ€ including the gothic St. Vitus Cathedral and the majestic Prague Castle. Next, take in the iconic, statue-lined Charles Bridge, a picturesque structure stretching over the Vltava River. You decide how to further explore Prague because itโ€™s your choice! Learn more about the cityโ€™s Jewish heritage and visit Europeโ€™s oldest active Synagogue* on a heritage tour -OR- let a boat reveal a different side of Prague on a Vltava river cruise. The remainder of your afternoon and evening is at leisure for you to take in the best Prague has to offer independently โ€“ donโ€™t miss the famous Christmas market in Pragueโ€™s Old Town Square where brightly decorated wooden huts are filled with the work of local artisans, and traditional food and drink is prepared right in front of you.

  • Day 4 Day 4: Prague - Dresden, Germany - Prague, Czech Republic
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 4: Prague - Dresden, Germany - Prague, Czech Republic

      Hop aboard a train for Dresden, Germany, known as โ€œFlorence on the Elbe.โ€ Meet a local guide for a tour highlighting itsโ€™ baroque splendor and architectural treasures such as Frauenkirche, the Cathedral of our Lady and the Royal Palace. Visit the worldโ€™s oldest Christmas market โ€“ the Striezelmarkt โ€“ which has been delighting travelers and locals alike since 1434. Take time to explore the stalls overflowing with ornaments, sample local sweets and have time for lunch on your own before returning to Prague.

  • Day 5 Day 5: Prague - Cesky Krumlov - Vienna, Austria
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 5: Prague - Cesky Krumlov - Vienna, Austria

      Depart Prague and travel through the scenic countryside on your way to Vienna, Austria. En route, make a stop in the medieval town of Cesky-Krumlov. Lined with towering Baroque architecture, explore the quaint-preserved streets independently and have time for lunch on your own. Continue to the one-of-a-kind Marchfelderhof Restaurant, a favorite since the 1800s of locals, visitors and the famous alike. Indulge in dinner at this iconic spot rich with Viennese tradition. Arrive in the grand city of Vienna, capital of Austria, aglow with holiday lights.

  • Day 6 Day 6: Vienna
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 6: Vienna

      This morning, meet your local guide and visit the magnificent Schรถnbrunn Palace, the summer retreat of the Habsburg dynasty for more than 200 years. Continue on to Viennaโ€™s city center and behold the beautiful architecture, scenic parks, and gothic spires that fill the city. Learn more about Viennaโ€™s sweet confectionary history when you visit a candy workshop where candies are still being made according to traditional recipes dating back over 150 years. An afternoon at leisure allows time to visit the Christkindlmarkt, perhaps the biggest and most famous in the city, at the neo-gothic Rathaus City Hall. Tonight, you may choose an option to hear Viennaโ€™s past come alive and experience a classical music performance featuring the works of Mozart and Strauss.

  • Day 7 Day 7: Vienna - Bratislava, Slovakia - Budapest, Hungary
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 7: Vienna - Bratislava, Slovakia - Budapest, Hungary

      Say hello to Bratislava, the former Imperial capital of the Habsburg Empire. Enjoy free time to have lunch and explore some of the cityโ€™s 4,000-year-old history independently - donโ€™t miss the charming Christmas markets! Continue to the village of Dunaalmas in the Hungarian countryside and immerse yourself in typical country life of the village. Learn how to make traditional strudel before enjoying a community-hosted dinner. Arrive in Budapest, the "Queen of the Danube" and your home for the next 2 nights. Enjoy the evening on your own.

  • Day 8 Day 8: Budapest
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 8: Budapest

      Join a local expert for a panoramic tour of the city, where youโ€™ll discover the incredible neo-gothic marvel of Matthias Church atop Buda Castle Hill, the Fishermanโ€™s Bastion, the historic Old Buda and Gellert Hill, and the Parliament House. This afternoon, enjoy some free time to explore Budapest on your own. Perhaps you will visit the cozy Christmas market at St. Stephenโ€™s Basilica with its ice rink and gorgeous tree, or head to the cityโ€™s largest market at Vรถrรถsmarty Square brimming with food and crafts stalls where local musicians often perform. This evening join your fellow travelers to toast the end of a festive trip at a farewell dinner.

  • Day 9 Day 9: Budapest - Tour Ends
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 9: Budapest - Tour Ends

      Say goodbye to these regal cities as your tour comes to a close today.

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Experience Style

Experience Style

Mixed

There will be challenging activities such as hiking, biking, canyoning and trekking, but youโ€™re also going to have other means of transportation and relaxed moments to just chill.

Accomodation level

Accomodation level

Medium

This accommodation includes essential services like a hot shower, electricity, and a nice and comfy bed.

Experience Type

Experience Type

Small Group

Youโ€™ll be accompanied by a small group of travelers just like you.

Physical Rating

Physical Rating

Basic

Almost everyone is fit for these activities. Every hike or physical exercise last less than 30 minutes, such as paragliding and horseback riding. Please ask about specific conditions.

Age range

Age range

Min: 5 / Max: 99

Age range allowed for this experience.

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