CHRISTMAS MARKETS ALONG THE IMPERIAL ROUTE
Price per person from US$2,499

CHRISTMAS MARKETS ALONG THE IMPERIAL ROUTE🎄☃️

From
US$2,499
Price per person
From
US$2,499
price per person

Description

A magical journey awaits you through the most dazzling cities of Central Europe, where imperial elegance merges with the warmth and charm of the continent's most authentic Christmas markets.

You'll travel along the ancient paths of the Austro-Hungarian Empire, passing through historic squares that in December are transformed into festive settings illuminated by thousands of lights. At each destination, the Christmas markets come alive with the enveloping aromas of spices, mulled wine, gingerbread, and traditional crafts, creating a cozy and enchanting atmosphere.

Amidst palaces, cobblestone streets, and monumental architecture, you'll experience a different kind of Christmas: more intimate, more historic, more European. From Germanic tradition to Viennese elegance, through Slavic cultural richness and Hungarian magic, this journey celebrates the best of the festive season in an unforgettable imperial setting.✨

Visiting

DAY 01 PANAMA - BERLIN
DAY 01 PANAMA - BERLIN

Departure on an intercontinental flight to Berlin. Overnight on board.

DAY 02 BERLIN
DAY 02 BERLIN

Arrival at Berlin Brandenburg International Airport. Reception and assisted transfer to the hotel. Accommodation.

DAY 03 BERLIN
DAY 03 BERLIN

Breakfast. In the morning, we'll take a panoramic tour that will allow you to familiarize yourself with the main monuments and historical sites of this city, until recently divided and a symbol of German reunification. You'll discover the Brandenburg Gate, the Reichstag or Parliament, Potsdamer Platz, Alexanderplatz, Kurfürstendamm, and the remains of the wall that divided the city until 1989. During the month of December, you can visit some of the traditional Christmas markets in the city, such as the Gendarmenmarkt, one of the most famous. Free afternoon with the possibility of an optional excursion to the Sachsenhausen concentration camp. Accommodation.

DAY 04 BERLIN – DRESDEN – PRAGUE (345 km)
DAY 04 BERLIN – DRESDEN – PRAGUE (345 km)

Breakfast. Departure for Saxony to reach Dresden, its former capital on the banks of the Elbe River, a cultural city that rose again after the bombings of World War II. Free time to explore the historic center and, if you wish, visit the traditional Striezelmarkt Christmas market, one of the oldest in Germany. Continue to the Czech Republic to Prague. Panoramic tour of the city, visiting Old Town Square with its Town Hall, the famous Astronomical Clock from 1410 whose figures move every hour, Tyn Church, St. Nicholas Church, the Powder Tower, Wenceslas Square, and the Estates Theatre. Overnight stay. (The panoramic tour may take place on Friday due to unforeseen circumstances.)

DAY 05 PRAGUE
DAY 05 PRAGUE

Breakfast. Free day at your leisure to continue exploring the city or take part in an optional tour, such as Castle Hill, where you can admire St. Vitus Cathedral, Golden Lane, the Imperial Palace, the Church of St. Mary Victorious, famous for housing the statue of the Infant Jesus of Prague, and ending at the iconic Charles Bridge. During the month of December, be sure to visit the Christmas market in Old Town Square, with its magical atmosphere, illuminations, and traditional stalls. Overnight stay.

DAY 06 PRAGUE – BRATISLAVA – BUDAPEST (533 km)
 DAY 06 PRAGUE – BRATISLAVA – BUDAPEST (533 km)

Breakfast. Departure for Brno and continue to Bratislava, the capital of Slovakia. A brief stop will take you through its charming streets, exploring the folk sculptures, St. Martin's Church, and St. Michael's Gate. During this time, if your schedule allows, you can enjoy the festive atmosphere of the Christmas market in the Main Square. Continue to Hungary to Budapest. Accommodation. Free time with the option of taking a night excursion to discover Budapest illuminated from St. Gerard's Hill, as well as a cruise on the Danube.

DAY 07 BUDAPEST
DAY 07 BUDAPEST

Breakfast. Panoramic tour of this unique city, the result of the union of the ancient Buda and Pest in 1873, also known as the Pearl of the Danube. You will visit the Buda side, with Castle Hill, the Royal Palace, Matthias Church, and Fisherman's Bastion, and the modern, commercial Pest, home to the Parliament, St. Stephen's Basilica, and Heroes' Square. Take advantage of your free time to visit the traditional Advent market in Vörösmarty Square, recognized as one of the most beautiful in Central Europe. In the evening, you can participate in an optional folklore dinner with typical Hungarian cuisine and a traditional dance performance. Overnight stay.

DAY 08 BUDAPEST – VIENNA (250 km)
DAY 08 BUDAPEST – VIENNA (250 km)

Breakfast. Departure for the Austrian border to Vienna. Overnight stay. Depending on arrival time, there is a possibility of taking a panoramic tour of Vienna in the afternoon.

DAY 09 VIENNA
DAY 09 VIENNA

Breakfast. In the morning, we'll take a guided tour of the Austrian capital, strolling through the Hofburg Imperial District, Heroes' Square, and the Cathedral. We'll take a panoramic tour along the Ringstrasse to admire the State Opera, the Parliament, City Hall, and the buildings that line this historic avenue until we reach the Danube. We'll stop at Belvedere Palace to admire its gardens. We'll conclude the tour next to the Opera House. During your stay, you'll have the opportunity to visit some of Europe's most famous Christmas markets, such as the one located in front of City Hall. In the afternoon, you can attend an optional waltz and polka concert in a Viennese palace, featuring pieces by Strauss and Mozart. Overnight stay

DAY 10 VIENNA
DAY 10 VIENNA

Breakfast. End of our services.

Guide languages

Español
Day 1: Panama City, Berlin
Day 2: Berlin
Day 3: Berlin, Dresden, Prague
Day 4: Prague
Day 5: Prague, Bratislava
Day 6: Bratislava, Budapest
Day 7: Budapest, Vienna
Day 8: Vienna
Day 9: Vienna
  • Airfare from Panama City to Madrid - Berlin/Vienna - Madrid to Panama City in Economy Class with Iberia.
  • Accommodation taxes included.
  • Luggage: 1 suitcase (23kg) + 1 carry-on (8kg) + 1 personal bag.
  • Transfer: Arrival in Berlin.
  • Accommodation and daily buffet breakfast.
  • 2 nights in Berlin
  • 2 nights in Prague
  • 2 nights in Budapest
  • 2 nights in Vienna
  • Luxury coach.
  • Escorting guide.
  • Sightseeing tour with a local guide in Berlin, Prague, Budapest, and Vienna.
  • Travel kit with amenities.
  • Departure transfer from Vienna.
  • Medical assistance card for adults up to age 70 with USD 40,000 coverage for illness or accident (seniors aged 71 to 84 and 85 and older must pay a supplement for medical assistance and cannot purchase the cancellation upgrade. Consult your advisor).
  • Personal expenses.
  • Any unspecified services.
  • Optional excursions.
  • Hotel surcharges for early check-in or late check-out.
  • Airline seat selection.
  • Excess baggage.
  • Meals not specified in the itinerary.

Possible accommodations

4 accommodations

IMPORTANTS NOTES

RATES

  • Rates subject to change without prior notice – subject to availability – limited capacity.
  • In the event of an increase in airfare rates and taxes, which is the sole policy of the airline, if partial or full payment is made, the difference must be assumed by the passenger immediately for the issuance of services.

HOTELS

This is a list of the most frequently used hotels on this tour. This list is for information purposes only; passengers may be accommodated in similar or alternative establishments in the same category.

FLIGHT

  • IB 258 - Panama City - Madrid Departure time 6:20 PM Arrival time 10:25 AM + 1
  • IB 1805 - Madrid - Berlin Departure time 3:55 PM Arrival time 7:00 PM
  • IB 798 - Vienna - Madrid Departure time 7:05 AM Arrival time 10:15 AM
  • IB 257 Madrid - Panama City Departure time 11:45 AM Arrival time 4:50 PM

"These itineraries are published with the flights reported by the airlines and may vary at their discretion."

TRAVEL NOTES

Travel documents are delivered 8 days prior to departure.

This itinerary may be subject to modifications due to road conditions, weather, other unforeseen factors, or availability at the time of booking.

OPTIONAL EXCURSIONS

  • Suggested tours or visits, the price of which is described in the program, will be offered by our operator at the destination, purchased locally or directly from the airline. However, if the passenger decides to participate in any of these activities, they should not be booked with a different operator, as the established tour schedules may vary. The guide has complete discretion to modify the order of the scheduled visits for logistical, operational, or weather reasons, always respecting the contracted services.
  • We will not be responsible for services contracted with other companies.
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