Christmas in Central Europe, Vienna to Berlin - 7 Days
Trip Snapshot
Genders
- Female61%
- Male39%
Average age
Start / End
- Vienna
- Berlin
Physical rating
Group size
1 - 18Meals included
7Highlights
- Immerse Yourself in Imperial Vienna: Begin your festive journey in Vienna, exploring its imperial grandeur with a CEO-led orientation walk past magnificent landmarks like the State Opera House and Belvedere Palace. Indulge in classic Viennese coffee and cake, before succumbing to the enchanting atmosphere of Vienna's magical Christmas Markets.
- Alpine Festive Fairytales in Salzburg: Travel through scenic landscapes to the charming city of Salzburg, with delightful stops at local Christmas markets en route. Enjoy free time to explore Salzburg's historic old town, perhaps visiting Mozart's birthplace or the formidable Hohensalzburg Castle, and dive into its own unique festive stalls.
- Bavarian Yuletide in Munich: Experience the vibrant heart of Bavaria in Munich. After exploring local Christmas markets, you'll have ample free time to discover the city's festive cheer, immersing yourself in the joyful ambiance of its holiday traditions.
- Nuremberg's Legendary Christmas Market: Journey to Nuremberg to witness one of the world's oldest and most renowned Christmas Markets. Wander through a captivating winter fairytale of traditional wooden stalls and old-fashioned carousels, ensuring you sample the famous Nuremberg Lebkuchen, a delightful gingerbread-like treat.
- Historic Berlin's Holiday Glow: Conclude your adventure in the dynamic capital of Berlin. An orientation walk will introduce you to iconic sites such as the Berlin Wall Memorial and Brandenburg Gate. Savor authentic German flavors with a Bratwurst/Currywurst tasting, then sip warm Glühwein amidst the beautifully illuminated Gendarmenmarkt Christmas Market, searching for unique handmade souvenirs.
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Summary
What’s the best way to get into the holiday spirit? Easiest answer ever: this seven-day tour of five European cities and their magical Christmas markets. Feel the festive cheer as you wander through the Viennese markets, visit the local Christmas markets just outside of Salzburg, hunt for handmade ornaments in Munich, travel to Nuremberg to experience one of the most famous markets in the world, then sip some warm Glühwein as you explore Gendarmenmarkt square in Berlin. If you’re looking to get totally immersed in the feeling of the holidays and the cultures of Central Europe, well, you’ve found the tour to make it happen.
Itinerary
Day 1
Vienna
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
Vienna
It’s all about Vienna today. Set out on a CEO led orientation walk around the city. Choose to visit famous landmarks like, The Vienna State Opera House, Belvedere Palace, the Kunsthistorisches Museum, and Vienna City Hall.
Take a break and indulge in some coffee and cake in one of the famous Viennese coffee houses, supporting seniors at risk of old age poverty and social isolation, and then wander around Vienna’s Christmas Markets to experience the lively atmosphere of this European holiday tradition.
Day 3
Vienna/Salzburg
Depart for Salzburg in the morning as a group, stopping at some smaller local Christmas markets en route. Once in Salzburg head to more Christmas markets with your CEO before enjoying some free time to become acquainted with the city.
Day 4
Salzburg/Munich
Today, take your time and see more of Salzburg on your own. 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.
Depart for Munich in the afternoon and stop at a local Christmas market. In the evening, you’ll have a chance to enjoy some free time to explore more Christmas markets in Bavaria’s capital with your CEO.
Day 5
Munich/Berlin
This morning, if timing allows, view the streets from above with a climb up to the tower of Old St Peter’s Church.
Then, the group will travel to Nuremberg 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. Afterwards, hop on a train to transfer to Berlin where you’ll stop for the night.
Day 6
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 searching for handmade souvenirs to bring home as you sip some warm Glühwein (mulled wine) and wander through the little stalls.
Day 7
Berlin
Depart at any time.
What's Included
Accommodation
Hotels (6 nts).
Meals
Breakfasts: 6, Lunches: 0, Dinners: 1
Vegetarian options are available on all meals throughout the adventure.
Vegetarian options availableLocal Guide
GuidedThis adventure is led by a local guide throughout. The main language of this adventure is English. Please contact us for other languages available.
Wifi
Wifi is available during the adventure. In some areas and / or accommodation / transport Wifi may be free.
Dates & Prices
Nov 2026
from £1,449Dec 2026
from £1,139Nov 2027
from £1,549Dec 2027
from £1,619Nov 2028
from £1,549Dec 2028
from £1,619
- Friday 4 Dec 2026to Thursday 10 Dec 2026🔥2 spaces of 18 leftGuaranteed Departure£1,519
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- Save 25%Sunday 13 Dec 2026to Saturday 19 Dec 20266+ spaces of 18 leftGuaranteed Departure£1,519£1,139Best offerBook for£250 today, pay the rest later
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Customer reviews & ratings
Christmas markets tour was magical. So many different and varied markets to explore in some of the most beautiful towns. Our CEO, Elena was very organised, knowledgeable and friendly. Such a great group to spend time with. Fabulous memories to keep. The small group, local and social philosophy. Range of experiences offered.
Sharon Jan, 2024 VerifiedGreat time was had by all 18 of us, which probably doesn't happen all the time . Keep up the good work and maybe think about bus all the way. Have a great 2024 to all at Gadventures and thank you I found the trip altho very busy, very interesting and informative, loved the xmas markets, think the small group structure was great and the 18 of us on this tour , blended very quickly and helped one another and did our CEO - Izzy.
Cheryle Jan, 2024 Verified
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