CZECHIA CHRISTMAS TOUR with visit of Dresden and Vienna 9 days 10.12.23 - 18.12.23          

DAY 1:  WELCOME TO PRAGUE

Arrival to Prague. Transport from the airport to the hotel. Before evening orientation with your Tour Director and your travel mates you will have an opportunity to explore Prague’s historic center on your own. Evening welcome dinner and orientation.

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Activities:

• Check in at your hotel in the city centre

• Welcome dinner

 

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DAY 2: CHRISTMAS PRAGUE - HISTORICAL CENTRE

Christmas are the perfect time of the year to visit this beautiful city. The city is picture perfect when the first fall of snow hits the ground. The many monumental spires rise from the white blanket of snow. The cobblestone streets are covered, and the lanterns light the alleys and streets. At the Christmas markets the sweet smell of hot honey and wine drinks fill the air in this picturesque city.

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Activities:

• Guided walking tour through UNESCO historical centre - National Museum, Wenceslas square, Old town square with the oldest functioning Astronomical clock on the world, Pařížská street

• boat cruise on the Vltava River with a dinner

• Christmas Market

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DAY 3: PRAGUE LEFT BANK OF VLTAVA RIVER  - CHARLES BRIDGE, PRAGUE CASTLE

Beautiful architecture is one of the main Prague symbols. Walk over the Charles Bridge, a dominant soaring above the Vltava River to see the monumental Prague Castle, an old seat of Bohemian monarchs, more than a thousand years old. Visit St. Vitus Cathedral with its elaborate stained-glass windows and strong spiritual atmosphere. All in a magical Christmas light!

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Activities:

• Walking tour through the beautiful Charles Bridge towards Prague Castle

• Medieval dinner

• Optional Christmas concert

 

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DAY 4: ONE DAY TOUR  TO DRESDEN

Immerse yourself in the Christmas atmosphere in Dresden. It has several Christmas markets which are all worth visiting. The most famous Christmas markets are scattered all around the city and are truly magical as well as authentically old. According to the historical records, the well-known Dresden Christmas market tradition began with a 1-day market in Altmarkt back in 1434, just before Christmas Eve. Start with the the most historical, popular, and beloved Christmas market. Afterwards, continue to enjoy the xmas spirit to the fullest.

Evening return to hotel in Prague.

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Activities:

• Visit of the Dresdner Striezelmarkt - The most historical, popular and beloved Christmas market, with over 240 stands offering local products. The word Striezel, known as Stollen, is a distinctive Dresden Christmas bread, a leavened dough filled with candied and dried fruit covered in icing sugar.

• Visit of the The Medieval Market - The Medieval Market is an enchanting place where you can find all sorts of Medieval-themed décor, gifts and treats. Special features, such as sellers all dressed up in costumes, wooden fire-heated hot tubs, and sparkling illuminations projected onto the palace’s walls increase the overall magic and make you travel back in time.

• Visit of the Romantic Market - Another worth-visiting Christmas market in Dresden. The name itself is a pleasant spoiler-alert for its cosy, romantic and low-key ambience away from the crowds.

 

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DAY 5:  COUNTRISIDE UNESCO VILLAGE HOLASOVICE AND FAIRYTALE TOWN ČESKÝ KRUMLOV 

Marvel at and learn about the village’s picturesque architecture, which is called the Peasant Baroque. Spend some time wandering around the village, watching the locals going about their day and imagining what life was like here throughout the course of history.

Český Krumlov, is a town where you either want to live or at least visit repeatedly. The town surrounded with meanders of the Vltava River used to be a seat of many powerful Bohemian families. Today, there is a protected monument reservation in the centre, a large collection of the work of Egon Schiele, and one of the most beautiful castles in the Czech Republic. Thanks to its unique preserved medieval core, Český Krumlov is included on the UNESCO list. 

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Activities:​

• Visit of Holašovice

• Trasfer to Český Krumlov

• Walking tour in Český Krumlov : cobble stone streets, charming small houses, main square, visit of the Castle and the gardens.

• Christmas market

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​DAY 6 : RENAISSANCE TOWN TELČ AND A WINE TASTING IN HISTORICAL ZNOJMO

From Český Krumlov we will head to Telč, a fairy tale town situated in the Moravia. The town center has been inscribed on the UNESCO Heritage List in 1992 and it represents a great architectural jewel. The history of this laid-back town dates to the 12th century but after the big fire, which hit the town in the 16th century, the whole city centre had to be renovated again. And so, a Telč Château and beautiful renaissance and baroque houses with arcades and richly decorated gables has been built at the main square. 

Afternoon transfer to Znojmo. Experience the historic town of Znojmo which has preserved its renaissance look. You will see numerous churches, all surrounded by medieval city walls, town centre full of crooked lanes, romantic views and picturesque nooks and crannies. Znojmo is also the centre of a well-known wine region, so why not to sample some of the local production?

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Activities:

• Walking tour around the town Telč

• Walking tour around the town Znojmo, Christmas market

• In the evening wine tasting

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DAY 7: MIKULOV  - CENTRE OF THE MORAVIAN WINE REGION

Morning transfer from Znomo to Mikulov. We'll visit beautiful town Mikulov which is situated in the very heart of a wine region. It offers vine paths with stops in a local and family wine cellars or wine tasting centres. Come and see the enchanting nature of the Mikulov region, enjoy the unique beauty of the local historical monuments congenially set in the landscape, together with the unrivalled taste of the local wine. Don't forget to climb up to Svatý Kopeček to see the amazing surroundings which Mikulov has. Evening transfer to Vienna.

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Activities:

• Walking tour around the town

• Visit of Svatý Kopeček

• Transfer to Vienna

• Wine tasting

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DAY 8: VIENNA - MAGICAL CHRISTMAS WONDERLAND

Next stop, the beautiful Austrian capital city of Vienna! Arrive and enjoy a guided walking tour of the UNESCO-credited city centre. See sights like the Hofburg Palace and St Stephen’s Cathedral. Every year in mid-November Vienna transforms into a magical Christmas wonderland, showing its most beautiful side. The streets of the city centre are illuminated by festive Christmas lights, the air smells of roasted chestnuts and mulled wine, and hundreds of decorated trees enchant both visitors and inhabitants. Visit numerous Christmas markets all over the city, stroll around, buy handcrafted gifts or simply enjoy some culinary delights and a warm drink.

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Activities:

• Visit of Hofburg palace complex, Stephansdom, city hall, city center

• Walking tour around the city, Christmas markets

• Goodbye dinner

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DAY 9: DEPARTURE DAY FROM THE VIENNA AIRPORT, OR RETURN TO PRAGUE

We say a fond farewell to Vienna and our newfound friends at the end of an unforgettable journey. Transfer to Vienna Airport, or back to Prague.

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Activities:

• Departure from Vienna, or return to Prague