Compare An Imperial Christmas in Vienna by Just Go! Holidays vs Berlin to Munich and Vienna Tour by Discovery Nomads
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| Duration | 8 days | 7 days |
| Price From | $ 854 | $ 1,417 |
| Price Per Day | $ 107 | $ 202 |
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| Trip Style | Group tour | Private guided tour |
| Lodging Level | Standard | Standard |
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| Flights & Transport | Ground transport included | Ground transport included |
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| Meals Included | N/A |
4 Breakfasts |
| Description |
Rediscover the magic of Christmas on our festive break to Vienna where strands of white fairy lights hang across the narrow streets like falling snow caught in lamplight. The shop windows are glistening with delicious sweet goodies and chocolate fir cones. Vienna at this time of year, with its fairytale buildings and aroma of sweet spices, is like walking into a Christmas card. |
See some of the best of Europe's grand old capitals as you make your way from funky Berlin to picturesque Munich and classic Vienna. Explore Berlin's Reichstag and the Brandenburg Gate, see highlights of Munich and discover the history of Neuschwanstein Castle, discover Schönbrunn Palace & enjoy Vienna City Tour. |
Day 1:
Ferry to Calais and overnight stay in Germany.
Day 2:
Cross the border into Austria, reaching our hotel in Vienna Woods in time for dinner.
Day 3: Christmas Eve - Guided walking tour of Vienna’s Old Town & traditional Viennese café
We enjoy a guided walking tour that introduces us to the beautiful Old Town of Vienna. Vienna’s historic centre is rich in grand buildings and monuments and is especially pretty at Christmas when the streets are brightly illuminated. Afterwards, we shelter ourselves from the cold in a traditional Viennese café where we enjoy some festive treats including coffee, liqueur and Sachertorte.
Day 4: Christmas Day - Guided city tour of Vienna & classical concert
After Christmas Day lunch at our hotel, we enjoy a guided city tour of Vienna, where we take in the main sights including the Opera House and the Imperial Palace. Following dinner at the hotel, what better way to round off this special day than with a classical concert in a Viennese palace.
Day 5: Boxing Day - Scenic tour of Vienna Woods & dinner in a traditional wine tavern
We head off on a scenic tour of Vienna Woods, a pretty forested area outside Vienna. Our tour includes an evening meal in a traditional wine tavern (Heurige) that includes wine and live Viennese music.
Day 6: 27th December - Guided tour of Schönbrunn Palace & Klosterneuburg Abbey
Our final excursion starts with a guided tour of the capital’s splendid Schönbrunn Palace, the summer home of the Habsburgs. We then enjoy a guided tour of the 900-year-old Klosterneuburg Abbey, famous for its sacred art treasures.
Day 7:
Travel to our overnight hotel in Germany.
Day 8:
Continue on to Calais for our return ferry home.
Day 1-3: Berlin
Accommodation: Ramada Accommodation Alexanderplatz or similar
Arrival at any time. On the 1st day there's no activities planned. On the next day explore all the major sights of Berlin on a walking tour, see the Checkpoint Charlie and the Brandenburg Gate, visit Museum Island and Reichstag.
Day 3-5: Munich
On Day 3 travel by train to fascinating Munich and go on a Walking Tour around the city with local guide. See the highlights of Munich's historic old town, stroll through the farmer's market with its delicacies, then visit the Munich Beer Hall and the most expensive shopping street in Germany. On the next day enjoy a trip through the beautiful Bavarian Alps to explore Neuschwanstein castle.
Day 5-7: Vienna
Accommodation: 25 Hours Vienna or similar
On Day 5 travel by train to Vienna. Enjoy a city tour of Vienna by bus, see the Museum of Applied Arts, Vienna State Opera, and the Museum of Art History, discover the museum quarter, the Hofburg Palace, the Austrian Parliament, and the Court Theater and enjoy a guided tour of Schönbrunn Palace without the wait.
