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Prague, Dresden, Český Krumlov, Vienna, Bratislava, Budapest
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9 Days, Guided, 11 Meals
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Overview
Set out on a grand holiday adventure through the winter wonderland of the Imperial Cities of Central Europe – Prague, Vienna and Budapest. Tour the magnificent Prague Castle and explore its famous Christmas market at the Old Town Square. Experience the world's oldest Christmas market. In Vienna learn the secrets of confectionary at a candy workshop, delight in the Baroque marvels of the Schönbrunn Palace and indulge in dinner at the famous Marchfelderhof. Travel via train from Vienna to Bratislava, Slovakia a historic gem. Experience the most famous Hungarian wine region visiting one of the best wine estates. Tour gorgeous Budapest, and explore its outdoor markets aglow with lights, where stalls of crafts and delicacies abound. Along the way, immerse yourself in festive Christmas markets, experience cultural traditions, sample local cuisine, and glimpse this region’s rich history.
- DAYS 9 Days, Guided, 11 Meals
- MEALS 7 breakfasts, 4 dinners
- 7 nights accommodation
- Single accommodations are limited and are available on a first come, first served basis. On some dates additional accommodations may be used.
- Services of a tour manager
- All on-tour transportations and related fees
- Hotel-to-hotel baggage handling
- Round trip home to airport sedan service provided when you purchase airfare through Member Choice Vacations. One transfer per person, per reservation. (Restrictions Apply)
Notes: Itinerary featured is for November 2024 - December 2025 tour departures. Departures prior will vary. On some dates alternate hotels may be used. Pricing is per person, single occupancy, land only, based on November 29, 2025 travel date, Call AAA for current airfare rates and availability
Itinerary
Day 1 - Overnight Flight
Day 1 - Overnight Flight
Set out on a grand holiday adventure through the winter wonderland of the Imperial Cities of Central Europe – Prague, Vienna and Budapest. Along the way, immerse yourself in festive Christmas markets, enjoy traditional entertainment, sample local cuisine, and glimpse this region’s rich history.
Day 2 - Prague, Czech Republic - Tour Begins
Day 2 - Prague, Czech Republic - Tour Begins
Day Stop
- Prague, Czechia
Hotel(s)
K&K Central Hotel Central Prague
Meal(s)
Dinner
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 - Prague
Day 3 - Prague
Day Stop
- Prague, Czechia
Experience
Tour the majestic Prague Castle.
Hotel(s)
K+K Hotel Central Prague
Meal(s)
Breakfast
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 "Castle District," 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 it's your choice! Learn more about the city's Jewish heritage and visit Europe'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 – don't miss the famous Christmas market in Prague'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. Today breakfast will be included. *Prague Synagogue is closed on Saturdays (due to Shabbat) and on Jewish holidays.
Day 4 - Prague - Dresden, Germany - Prague, Czech Republic
Day 4 - Prague - Dresden, Germany - Prague, Czech Republic
Day Stops
- Prague, Czechia
- Dresden, Germany
Experience
Be whisked by train from Prague to the "Florence on the Elbe" – Dresden, Germany. Experience the world's oldest Christmas market in lovely Dresden, Germany.
Hotel(s)
K&K Hotel Central Prague
Meal(s)
Breakfast
This morning travel to Dresden, Germany, known as “Florence on the Elbe.” Meet a local guide for a tour highlighting its’ baroque splendor and architectural treasures such as Frauenkirche, the Cathedral of our Lady and the Royal Palace. Visit the world’s oldest Christmas market – the Striezelmarkt – 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 later in the afternoon.
Day 5 - Prague - Cesky Krumlov - Vienna, Austria
Day 5 - Prague - Cesky Krumlov - Vienna, Austria
Day Stops
- Prague, Czechia
- 381 01 Český Krumlov-Český Krumlov 1, Czechia
- Vienna, Austria
Experience
Dine at the famous Marchfelderhof, an iconic restaurant with a rich Viennese tradition.
Hotel(s)
Intercontinental Hotel Wien
Meal(s)
Breakfast, Dinner
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 - Vienna
Day 6 - Vienna
Day Stop
- Vienna, Austria
Experience
Visit the magnificent Schönbrunn Palace, a summer retreat of the Habsburg dynasty. Learn the secrets of Viennese confectionary during a candy making demonstration.
Hotel(s)
Intercontinental Hotel Wien
Meal(s)
Breakfast
This morning, meet your local guide and visit the magnificent Schönbrunn Palace, the summer retreat of the Habsburg dynasty for more than 200 years. Continue on to Vienna’s city center and behold the beautiful architecture, scenic parks, and gothic spires that fill the city. Learn more about Vienna’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 Vienna’s past come alive and experience a classical music performance featuring the works of Mozart and Strauss.
Day 7 - Vienna - Bratislava, Slovakia - Budapest, Hungary
Day 7 - Vienna - Bratislava, Slovakia - Budapest, Hungary
Day Stops
- Vienna, Austria
- Bratislava, Slovakia
- Budapest, Hungary
Experience
Learn how to make traditional strudel before enjoying a community-hosted dinner.
Hotel(s)
Up Hotel, Budapest
Meal(s)
Breakfast, Dinner
Hop aboard a train to Bratislava, the former Imperial capital of the Habsburg Empire. Enjoy free time to have lunch and explore some of the city’s 4,000-year-old history independently - don’t miss the charming Christmas markets! Continue to the most famous Neszmély wine region. Spend the afternoon in one of the most beautiful Hungarian wineries. Located on the top of the hill, it offers the most beautiful views over the Danube. Learn how to make traditional strudel before enjoying dinner. Later this evening, arrive in Budapest, the "Queen of the Danube" and your home for the next 2 nights. Enjoy the evening on your own.
Day 8 - Budapest
Day 8 - Budapest
Day Stop
- Budapest, Hungary
Hotel(s)
Up Hotel, Budapest
Meal(s)
Breakfast, Dinner
Join a local expert for a panoramic tour of the city, where you’ll discover the incredible neo-gothic marvel of Matthias Church atop Buda Castle Hill, the Fisherman’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. Stephen’s Basilica with its ice rink and gorgeous tree, or head to the city’s largest market at Vörösmarty 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 - Budapest - Tour Ends
Day 9 - Budapest - Tour Ends
Day Stop
- Budapest, Hungary
Meal(s)
Breakfast
Say goodbye to these regal cities as your tour comes to a close today. Today breakfast will be included.
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