Christmas Markets of Budapest, Vienna & Prague

Name: Wonderful experience
Item: Christmas Markets of Budapest, Vienna & Prague
Rating: 5
Author: Caroline

11 days | 14 days with Salzburg extension

Group size: 15–38 travelers

Reviews: 4.5 out of 5 stars
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Kick off the holiday season a little differently this year.

Head to Eastern Europe’s popular and festive Christmas markets to peruse stalls of handmade crafts perfect for everyone on your list. When you’re not shopping, you’ll have plenty of time to explore the streets of ancient Buda and modern Pest, get a taste for the Viennese cafe culture, and scan artsy Prague’s spire-studded skyline.

Your tour package includes

9 nights in handpicked hotels
9 breakfasts
3 dinners with beer or wine
3 sightseeing tours
Expert Tour Director & local guides
Private deluxe motor coach

Included highlights

Traditional Christmas markets from Budapest to Prague
Hungarian State Opera House
Matthias Church
Danube River
Belvedere Palace
Ringstrasse
Prague Castle
St. Vitus Cathedral

Itinerary

Overnight Flight

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Budapest

Day 2: Arrival in Budapest

Included meal: Welcome dinner

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Reviews

Overall rating based on 36 traveler reviews

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Wonderful experience

1st-time traveler Caroline, traveled in Dec 2023

As a solo traveler and an introvert, I was hesitant to join a tour group, but it was amazing. The other travelers were very friendly and our incredible Tour Director, Jürgen, made sure that everyone had a wonderful time. He took care of all the details and made the entire trip...

EF Go Ahead Tours

Dear Caroline, Thank you for your amazing review! We're so happy you enjoyed your time on our Christmas Markets tour. It sounds truly...

Great tour

1st-time traveler Anonymous, traveled in Dec 2023

Great tour for my first time in Europe. It’s was a great group of people , nice hotels and tour guide was amazing.

Amazing Trip

1st-time traveler Anonymous, traveled in Dec 2023

This was my first solo trip and it did not disappoint. I met the most wonderful, like minded women. Our tour director Paula went above and beyond for all of us. She even added a side trip to Bratislava! An amazing treat! The trip was well organized. It exceeded my...

My first Christmas Market Tour

1st-time traveler Diane, traveled in Dec 2023

The Christmas Market tour was wonderful, exciting & met my full expectations! Guide was kind, funny, very knowledgeable & guided us to magical places. Budapest, fun, hotel great, loved we could walk to shops & restaurants. Breakfast 5 stars! Vienna a beautiful city. My...

EF Go Ahead Tours

Diane, We're thrilled to hear you had such a magical Christmas Market adventure! It sounds like every stop was filled with delightful...

Christmas Market Tour

3rd-time traveler Liz, traveled in Dec 2022

I was overwhelmed with the “Christmas card” look of the markets and the cities we visited. It was specially perfect when it snowed in Austria! The best visit was to the market in the evening when the lights came on.

Amazing trip

1st-time traveler Janeen, traveled in Dec 2022

The tour was so well organized. The tour director, Paul, did an amazing job of organizing and offering special side trips. He was also very patient in managing all of the different personalities on the trip. Everyone I met on the trip were great and I hope to see them again on...

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Hotels

We handpick every hotel to strike the balance of comfort, location, and local charm. Specific accommodations will vary based on your departure date, but these are frequently used hotels for this tour and we're confident you'll be satisfied.

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Radisson Blu Beke Hotel

This elegant, traditional hotel is located in Terézváros. Guests enjoy an indoor swimming pool, laundry services, and a restaurant. Nearby, you'll find Andrássy Avenue, the Hungarian State Opera House, and the Hungarian...

Mercure Hotel Raphael Wien

This modern hotel is located in the Mariahilf neighborhood of Vienna. Guests enjoy a fitness center, sauna, and lounge. Nearby you’ll find the Zieglergasse subway station, Schönbrunn Palace, and Schlosspark Schönbrunn.

NH Prague City

This modern hotel is located in the Smíchov district of Prague. Guests enjoy a gym and sauna, restaurants with terraces, and a tennis court. Nearby, you’ll find Prague Castle, the Charles Bridge, and Petřín Tower.

NH Collection Salzburg City

This chic hotel is located a 10 minute walk from Salzburg's Old Town. Guests enjoy bicycle rentals, outdoor terrace, and on-site restaurant. Nearby you'll find Mozart's Resident, Mirabell Palace, and the Salzburg Baroque Museum.

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Date	Extension	Price
2024
	Available	$2,819, $200 off $3,019
2025
	Available	$3,059
	Available	$3,059
	Available	$3,059
2026
	Available	$3,089
	Available	$3,089
	Available	$3,089