Christmas tour

Day 1

Budapest

Arrival at the Budapest airport and start of Christmas tour. Meet and greet with your private guide/driver, transfer to the hotel and free time. Overnight in Budapest.

Day 2

Budapest

We start with a full day to explore the spectacular town of Budapest at Christmas time. We visit the main attractions such as Buda Castle, Parliament, Citadel, Andrássy Avenue, etc. In the afternoon, stroll down the main Christmas market at Vorosmarty Square. The stalls offer a variety of Hungarian foods, mulled wine and shots of traditional Hungarian palinka. Overnight in Budapest.

Day 3

Budapest – Bratislava – Vienna

Morning departure from Budapest towards Vienna with a stop in Bratislava to visit the old town and to explore the Christmas market between the City Hall and St. Martins Cathedral in the Slovakian capital. In the late afternoon we continue to Vienna with evening arrival in the Austrian capital. Overnight in Vienna.

Charming city centre of city that used to be capital of Hungary and is today the capital of Slovakia, Bratislava.

Day 4

Vienna

Full day dedicated to exploring the imperial city of Europe. Vienna is famous for having one of the most beautiful Christmas markets in the world. Walk around St. Stephen’s Cathedral towards Graben street and through Hofburg towards City Hall where the Viennese Christmas market is held. Overnight in Vienna.

Day 5

Vienna – Melk – Linz

We start the day driving towards the Benedictine Melk Abbey. The abbey contains the tomb of Saint Coloman of Stockerau and the remains of several members of the House of Babenberg. We then continue to Linz. Its baroque scenery adds to the magic of the Christmas markets where you can try the traditional Linzer Torte or do some Christmas shopping. Overnight in Linz.

Walk on Graben street towards St. Stephen`s cathedral and forward to Opera house. Continue on Ring road towards Hofburg, Parliament, City hall and Vienna University. Vienna also won many awards as the most liveable city in the world.

Day 6

Linz – Hallstatt – St. Wolfgang

In the morning we continue to the Salzkammergut region. It is known for its numerous lakes, surrounded by mountains. The main must-sees are definitely Hallstatt, the oldest and the most photographed village in Austria, and St. Wolfgang, known for an amazing Christmas market by the lake where visitors can experience some fascinating traditions. Overnight in St. Wolfgang.

Day 7

St. Wolfgang – Salzburg

After breakfast we drive to Salzburg, today fully under UNESCO protection. Visit of Mirabell Palace and its gardens, Salzburg Residenz, fortress above the old town and birthplace of W.A. Mozart. Salzburg is another location with plentiful of Christmas markets. Overnight in Salzburg.

Spectacular view over the “Salt” city – Salzburg, known also as home of famous composer Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart and today fully under UNESCO protection.

Day 8

Salzburg – Munich

In the morning we continue our tour and drive to Munich. Upon arrival, check-in to the hotel and, later, a walk through the town and explore its christmas markets: the largest and oldest is the Munich Christmas Market at Marienplatz. Nearby, you’ll find the Christmas Village in the courtyard of the Munich Residenz. Go back in time at the Middle Ages Christmas Market in Wittelsbacherplatz. For a unique spin on at beer garden, check out the Chinese Tower Christmas Market in the English Garden. Overnight in Munich.

Day 9

Munich – Nuremberg

We continue to the Bavaria’s second largest city, Nuremberg, located on the Pegnitz River. As one of Bavaria’s biggest draws it is alive with visitors year-round, but especially during the spectacular Christmas market. Let yourself be enchanted by the special and festive atmosphere of the city and don´t forget to try some Glühwein and the traditional gingerbread. Overnight in Nuremberg.

Day 10

Nuremberg - Karlovy Vary – Prague

In the morning we head towards the popular spa town of Karlovy Vary (Carlsbad) which was founded around 1350 by Charles IV. Time to walk through the town, enjoy some fresh spa wafers, and, of course, shop for Christmas goods and goodies. In the evening drive towards Prague for an overnight.

Day 11

Prague

Full day to explore Prague. We visit Hradčany Castle, former residence of the Bohemian kings, the St. Vitus Cathedral, the old town square with its Astronomical Clock and admire the many spires and bridges from the Castle Hill. At leisure you can take a romantic walk across the illuminated Charles Bridge, shop for crystal, try Czech beer or soak up the Christmas atmosphere. Overnight in Prague.