15 days tour

Best Christmas Markets Of Europe: Bucharest To Budapest

Best Christmas Markets Of Europe: Bucharest To Budapest

This tour includes:

Guide

Services of experienced Travel Talk local guides licenced by the Ministry of Tourism

Hygieneprotocol

For any tour departing from February 1st, 2023, we wonโ€™t be requiring travelers to be vaccinated. However, we strongly recommend that all travelers and staff are vaccinated to protect other tour members as well as the communities visited. Some countries and airlines may still request travelers to be vaccinated, so please make sure to check travel and entry requirements thoroughly. 

Meals

14 Breakfasts

Others

Complimentary hotel Wi-Fi access ( where available ) Christmas Markets Bucharest City Tour Visit to Cozia Monastery Sibiu Sightseeing Rasinari Sightseeing Visit to Brasov Sighisoara Sightseeing Visit to Bran Castle Visit to Peles Castle Munich City Tour Salzburg City Tour Hohensalzburg Fortress Sightseeing Vienna City Tour Budapest Orientation Walk

Accommodation

4 star hotels

Transport

Air-conditioned coach or mini-bus Flight from Bucharest to Munich

Flights

Flight from Bucharest to Munich *** All other flights are not included.

Not included:

Insurance

Other activities and services are not included.

Others

Meals not stated above Items of a personal nature Tips and gestures Entrance fees to the sights and museums Other services not stated in the itinerary

Optional

Group Dinner

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Itinerary of your trip Best Christmas Markets Of Europe: Bucharest To Budapest

  • Day 1 Day 1: Bucharest
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 1: Bucharest

      Welcome to Bucharest! At the airport, keep an eye out for the Travel Talk sign for your transfer to the hotel. Spend the afternoon exploring the city at your leisure. In the evening, attend a welcome meeting with your fellow travelers to get to know each other and go over the itinerary for the next few days. Included Activities Welcome Meeting Optional Activities Group Dinner

  • Day 2 Day 2: Bucharest City Tour
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 2: Bucharest City Tour

      After breakfast, take a guided tour of Bucharest to see the cityโ€™s main sights, such as the Palace of the Parliament and the National Village Museum. In the afternoon, visit Bucharestโ€™s Christmas markets, such as the one in the Old Town, to sample local food and drink and pick up some souvenirs. Meals Included Breakfast Included Activities Bucharest City Tour

  • Day 3 Day 3: Cozia Monastery, Sibiu Old Town &Amp; Christmas Market
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 3: Cozia Monastery, Sibiu Old Town &Amp; Christmas Market

      Travel to Cozia Monastery in the morning, an ancient and beautiful Orthodox monastery. After a tour, continue to Sibiu and explore the charming Old Town with a guide, including the famous Christmas market. Enjoy the festive atmosphere and taste local food and drinks. Meals Included Breakfast Included Activities Visit to Cozia Monastery Sibiu Sightseeing

  • Day 4 Day 4: Rasinari Tram, Sibiu
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 4: Rasinari Tram, Sibiu

      Ride the Rasinari Tram to the village of Rasinari, where you can visit a local museum and learn about traditional life in the area. Return to Sibiu for more time in the Christmas market or to explore other parts of the city. Meals Included Breakfast Included Activities Rasinari Sightseeing

  • Day 5 Day 5: Sighisoara, Brasov City Tour &Amp; Christmas Market
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 5: Sighisoara, Brasov City Tour &Amp; Christmas Market

      Visit the medieval city of Sighisoara, birthplace of Vlad the Impaler (also known as Dracula). Take a walking tour of the town, including the Clock Tower Museum, and enjoy lunch at a local restaurant. In the afternoon, travel to Brasov for a city tour and visit the Christmas market in the evening. Meals Included Breakfast Included Activities Visit to Brasov Sighisoara Sightseeing

  • Day 6 Day 6: Bran Castle, Brasov
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 6: Bran Castle, Brasov

      Visit the famous Bran Castle, also known as Draculaโ€™s Castle, and learn about the history and legends associated with it. Return to Brasov for some free time in the afternoon to explore the city or do some Christmas shopping. Meals Included Breakfast Included Activities Visit to Bran Castle

  • Day 7 Day 7: Sinaia, Peles Castle, Bucharest
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 7: Sinaia, Peles Castle, Bucharest

      Travel to Sinaia to visit Peles Castle, a beautiful Neo-Renaissance palace built in the late 1800s. After the tour, return to Bucharest for some final Christmas market shopping and sightseeing. Meals Included Breakfast Included Activities Visit to Peles Castle

  • Day 8 Day 8: Bucharest, Munich ( By Flight )
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 8: Bucharest, Munich ( By Flight )

      Are you ready to say goodbye to Romania and fly to Munich, Germanyโ€™s third-largest city? Munich is known for its rich cultural heritage, stunning architecture, and world-famous Oktoberfest. Upon arrival enjoy some free time to explore the cityโ€™s famous landmarks, including Marienplatz, the Viktualienmarkt, and the Englischer Garten. Meals Included Breakfast

  • Day 9 Day 9: Munich
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 9: Munich

      Start your day with a visit to the Frauenkirche, Munichโ€™s iconic cathedral, to kick off your orientation walk of this famed town. Explore the cityโ€™s famous Christmas markets including the Christkindlmarkt in Marienplatz and the medieval market at Wittelsbacher Platz. Enjoy a traditional Bavarian lunch and explore the markets at your own apce. In the evening, take a walk through the Schwabing neighborhood and enjoy some local food and drinks. Meals Included Breakfast Included Activities Munich City Tour Optional Activities Allianz Arena FC Bayern Museum - Arena Tour - โ‚ฌ40 Hofbrauhaus Bavarian Dinner Night - โ‚ฌ45

  • Day 10 Day 10: Munich-Salzburg
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 10: Munich-Salzburg

      Travel southeast into Austria to Salzburg today. On arrival, check in to your hotel and then head out into the city for an orientation walk with your leader. The city will captivate with its history, cobblestone lanes, bubbling river and charmingly kitsch atmosphere. In the late afternoon, visit the atmospheric Christmas market in Cathedral Square, where the smells of gluehwein, roasted chestnuts, toasted almonds and cinnamon brushed baked apples waft through the marketplace and traditional Salzburg choirs fill the air. Later on, jump in to a cable car and reach the Hohensalzburg Fortress, the cityโ€™s most visible landmark. This fully preserved castle hosts a small, intimate Christmas market and if youโ€™re lucky, Christmas themed live music. Meals Included Breakfast Included Activities Salzburg City Tour Hohensalzburg Fortress Sightseeing

  • Day 11 Day 11: Salzburg
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 11: Salzburg

      Today is a day for you to freely explore Salzburg and its nearby regions. You may consider taking a trip to the salt mine located in Berchtesgaden, which can be found in the German Alps. Alternatively, you can immerse yourself in the world of the von Trapp family from the classic film โ€œThe Sound of Musicโ€ by visiting the famous filming locations such as Mirabell Gardens, Pegasus Fountain, Leopoldskron Palace, and Hellbrunn Palace. In the evening, you could return to the bustling Christmas markets to revel in the festive ambiance a bit longer. Meals Included Breakfast Optional Activities House of Mozart - โ‚ฌ25

  • Day 12 Day 12: Salzburg, Vienna
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 12: Salzburg, Vienna

      Once you arrive in Vienna today, take part in a guided walking tour led by your guide. During the tour, you will get to see magnificent buildings, parks, and monuments that pay homage to celebrated composers and notable historical figures. During your leisure time, consider visiting the stunning Hofburg Palace or the Leopold Museum, or you can take in stunning city views from the top of the Prater Ferris Wheel. Later in the day, make your way to the Christmas markets located in front of the City Hall. There, you can peruse the various stalls, indulge in some delicious freshly baked cinnamon biscuits, and enjoy a warm cup of Christmas punch. Meals Included Breakfast Included Activities Vienna City Tour

  • Day 13 Day 13: Vienna
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 13: Vienna

      You have a full day to spend exploring Vienna, so why not consider visiting Schoenbrunn Palace, personally designed by Empress Maria Theresa? While the gardens are open to all visitors free of charge, there is a fee for entering the palace and taking tours. To avoid lengthy queues, itโ€™s recommended to book your tickets in advance through schoenbrunn.at. Return to the sparkling Christmas markets in the afternoon, with more than 12 Christmas markets scattered throughout the city, youโ€™re bound to discover the perfect holiday gift! Meals Included Breakfast IOptional Activities Schonbrunn Palace (Imperial Tour) - โ‚ฌ50 Danube Tower - โ‚ฌ30 Salzbergwerk Berchtesgaden Salt Mine - 40

  • Day 14 Day 14: Vienna-Bratislava-Budapest
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 14: Vienna-Bratislava-Budapest

      Travel from Vienna to Bratislava today, where youโ€™ll have a few hours to explore the Slovakian capital on your own. Stroll along the Danube promenade, visit the Bratislava Castle, or try some traditional Slovakian food. In the afternoon, continue on to Budapest, known as the โ€˜Pearl of the Danubeโ€™. After a short orientation walk around the city, itโ€™s time to visit the Christmas markets. Meals Included Breakfast Included Activities Budapest Orientation Walk

  • Day 15 Day 15: Budapest
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 15: Budapest

      Check out of your accommodation and say goodbye to your fellow travelers. If you have some extra time, you may want to visit some of Budapestโ€™s other attractions, such as the Fishermanโ€™s Bastion or the Hungarian National Museum. Alternatively, you could head back to the Christmas markets to pick up any last-minute souvenirs or indulge in some more traditional Hungarian food and drink. When itโ€™s time to depart, your tour leader will be on hand to offer any assistance with transport arrangements or recommendations for further travel in the region. Meals Included Breakfast

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Experience Style

Experience Style

Mixed

There will be challenging activities such as hiking, biking, canyoning and trekking, but youโ€™re also going to have other means of transportation and relaxed moments to just chill.

Accomodation level

Accomodation level

Medium

This accommodation includes essential services like a hot shower, electricity, and a nice and comfy bed.

Experience Type

Experience Type

Small Group

Youโ€™ll be accompanied by a small group of travelers just like you.

Physical Rating

Physical Rating

Basic

Almost everyone is fit for these activities. Every hike or physical exercise last less than 30 minutes, such as paragliding and horseback riding. Please ask about specific conditions.

Age range

Age range

Min: 18 / Max: 59

Age range allowed for this experience.

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