Christmas in Central Europe, Berlin to Vienna
- Trip code: 497X004
- Dauer: 7
- Stil: Classic
Europe is filled with timeless cities — but there is one time of year where some of them really twinkle, sparkle, and shine: the holidays. On this seven-day adventure, you’ll tour the historic Christmas markets of not one but five different destinations. You’ll sip some warm Glühwein as you wander through Gendarmenmarkt square in Berlin, travel by train to Nuremberg, search for handmade ornaments in Munich, visit local Christmas markets just outside of Salzburg, and get into the festive cheer while you walk through the Viennese Christmas markets. So dig out your best scarves and start practicing your Yuletide carols, because no one does Christmas quite like Europe.
Übersicht
Accommodation
Hotels (6 nts)
Checklist
Cold Weather:
• Long-sleeved shirts or sweater
• Scarf
• Warm gloves
• Warm hat
• Warm layers
Documents:
• Flight info (required) (Printouts of e-tickets may be required at the border)
• Insurance info (required) (With photocopies)
• Passport (required) (With photocopies)
• Vouchers and pre-departure information (required)
• Visas or vaccination certificates (With photocopies)
Essentials:
• Binoculars (optional)
• Camera (With extra memory cards and batteries)
• Cash, credit and debit cards
• Day pack (Used for daily excursions or short overnights)
• Ear plugs
• First-aid kit (should contain lip balm with sunscreen, sunscreen, whistle, Aspirin, Ibuprofen, bandaids/plasters, tape, anti-histamines, antibacterial gel/wipes, antiseptic cream, Imodium or similar tablets for mild cases of diarrhea, rehydration powder, water purification tablets or drops, insect repellent, sewing kit, extra prescription drugs you may be taking)
• Flashlight/torch (Headlamps are ideal)
• Fleece top/sweater
• Footwear
• Hat
• Locks for bags
• Long pants/jeans
• Moneybelt
• Outlet adapter
• Personal entertainment (Reading and writing materials, cards, music player, etc.)
• Reusable water bottle
• Shirts/t-shirts
• Sleepwear
• Small travel towel
• Sunglasses
• Toiletries (Preferably biodegradable)
• Watch and alarm clock
• Waterproof backpack cover
• Windproof rain jacket
Health & Safety:
• Hand sanitizer (required)
• Face masks (Clients will be only be required to wear a face mask where it is mandated by local regulations.)
• Pen (Please bring your own pen for filling out documents.)
• Quick Covid Test/Antigen Test
Group Leader
CEO (Chief Experience Officer) throughout
Group Size Notes
Max 18
Highlights
Explore historic medieval cities, Visit centuries old Christmas markets, savour the holiday atmosphere of Europe, try coffee in a famous Viennese coffee house, Wander the Hellbrunner Christmas market outside Salzburg, Stay in Magdas Hotel in Vienna; a Planeterra project, sip Glühwein and try some Nuremberg Lebkuchen
Introduction
Europe is filled with timeless cities — but there is one time of year where some of them really twinkle, sparkle, and shine: the holidays. On this seven-day adventure, you’ll tour the historic Christmas markets of not one but five different destinations. You’ll sip some warm Glühwein as you wander through Gendarmenmarkt square in Berlin, travel by train to Nuremberg, search for handmade ornaments in Munich, visit local Christmas markets just outside of Salzburg, and get into the festive cheer while you walk through the Viennese Christmas markets. So dig out your best scarves and start practicing your Yuletide carols, because no one does Christmas quite like Europe
Meals Included
6 Frühstück, 1 Abendessen
Meal Budget
Plane USD270-355 für nicht inbegriffene Mahlzeiten ein
Minimum Age
Um ohne Begleitperson mit G Adventures zu reisen, musst du mindestens 18 Jahre alt sein. Das Mindestalter für Kinder in Begleitung eines Erziehungsberechtigten (über 21) beträgt 12 Jahre
Optional Activities
Berlin
- Besuch an der East Side Gallery entlang der Berliner Mauer (Gratis)
- Besuch des Jüdischen Museums (8EUR pro Person)
- Besuch im Fernsehturm (13-23EUR pro Person)
- Besuch am Brandenburger Tor (Gratis)
- Gedenkstätte Berliner Mauer (Gratis)
- Besuch im Checkpoint-Charlie-Museum (17.50EUR pro Person)
Vienna
- Besuch im Hotel Sacher mit Nachtisch (30-50EUR pro Person)
- Besichtigung des Stephansdoms (Gratis)
- Vorführung der Wiener Sängerknaben (56-200EUR pro Person)
- Besichtigung von Schloss Belvedere (19EUR pro Person)
- Besuch in der Wiener Staatsoper (8EUR pro Person)
Start / Finish
Berlin nach Vienna
Transport
Train, private vehicle, walking
What's Included
Dein G-for-Good-Moment: Magdas Hotel Stay Vienna, Magdas Hotel Vienna
Dein Welcome-Moment: Anreise und Begrüßungstreffen, Berlin. Welcome meeting and group dinner. Orientation walk in Berlin. Christmas markets visit Berlin. Train ride to Nuremberg. Christmas market visit Nuremberg. Private transfer to Munich. Free time in Munich. Private transfer to Salzburg. Hellbrunner Christmas Market visit. Salzburg Christmas market visits with CEO. Free time in Salzburg. Private transfer to Vienna with stops at smaller Christmas markets. Free time in Vienna. CEO led orientation walk of Vienna. Coffee/pastry tasting Vienna. Mug of Glühwein (mulled wine). 24hr transit pack in Berlin and Vienna
Itinerary
Day 1 Berlin
Arrive at any time. After settling into your hotel, attend a welcome meeting with your CEO before enjoying a local dinner as a group
Day 2 Berlin
Set out on an orientation walk with your CEO to get your bearings. See famous sights like the Berlin Wall Memorial, Brandenburg Gate, and the historical Museum Island. Enjoy a Bratwurst/Currywurst tasting and do some shopping in Alexanderplatz.
End your day with visits to the Christmas markets in Gendarmenmarkt square. Search for handmade souvenirs to bring home, and choose to try Glühwein (mulled wine) to warm yourself up as you wander through the little stalls
Day 3 Berlin/Munich
Travel by train to Nuremberg this morning to visit one of the oldest Christmas markets in the world and arguably the most famous. Make sure to try some Nuremberg Lebkuchen, a German cake or cookie that is similar to gingerbread, before wandering through this charming winter fairytale filled with wooden stalls, old-fashioned carousels, and if you’re lucky some lazy snowflakes.
In the late afternoon, travel to Munich where you can enjoy more markets with your CEO and then take advantage of free time to explore Bavaria’s capital on your own
Day 4 Munich/Salzburg
Enjoy some free time this morning to explore Munich on your own. View the streets from above with a climb up to the tower of Old St Peter’s Church, give ice skating a try at Karlsplatz, or join a curling match on the Nymphenburg Schlosskanal, which turns into Munich’s longest curling rink in the winter.
Depart for Salzburg in the afternoon and stop at the Hellbrunner Christmas Market. This especially atmospheric Christmas Market has been held here for almost 20 years and features over 700 conifers decorated with red Christmas balls and lights immersing the area in a warm glow. In the evening, you’ll have a chance to visit more of Salzburg’s markets with your CEO and group
Day 5 Salzburg/Vienna
In the morning choose to walk the historic squares and quaint little side streets of Salzburg Old town. Climb Festungsberg Hill to visit Hohensalzburg Castle, or check out the birthplace of Mozart and visit the museum there.
Then, the group will depart for Vienna, stopping at some local Christmas markets en route. Once in Vienna take advantage of free time to get acquainted with the city. Opt to explore Schönbrunn Palace which is like the Versailles of Vienna, or climb to the top of St. Stephen’s cathedral in the centre of the city for unparalleled views. In the evening, opt to go for dinner as a group and continue experiencing the capital of Austria
Day 6 Vienna
It’s all about Vienna today. Set out on a CEO led orientation walk around the city. Then, take a break and indulge in some coffee and cake in one of the famous Viennese coffee houses. In the afternoon, wander around Vienna’s Christmas markets with your CEO and sip a warm mug of Glühwein for one last chance to experience the lively atmosphere of this European holiday tradition.
The rest of the day is yours. Choose to visit famous landmarks in the city like, The Vienna State Opera House, Belvedere Palace, the Kunsthistorisches Museum, or Vienna City Hall
Day 7 Vienna
Depart at any time
