Christmas Markets of Poland, Prague & Germany (Classic, 8 Days)

Europe’s largest selection
Best price guarantee
Free cancellation

Description

Summary

Starts
Krakow
Duration
8 days
Languages
English
Difficulty
Easy

Description

Immerse yourself in the festive spirit on this enchanting 8-day tour that takes you through the heart of Europe's most charming Christmas markets. From the old-world charm of Kraków to the fairy-tale allure of Wrocław, the historic grandeur of Prague, the rebirth of Dresden, and the vibrant energy of Berlin, this tour is a feast for the senses. Explore magnificent castles, cathedrals, and historic squares, sample traditional delicacies, and shop for unique gifts and decorations. Each day brings a new city, a new adventure, and a new opportunity to experience the magic of Christmas in Europe.

Read more

Included

4 Dinner with Wine (DW)

7 Breakfast (B)

Kraków: Enjoy getting to know your fellow guests over a fabulous Welcome Dinner.

Prague: At the Christmas Market, meet a local stallholder and savor a steaming mug of Svařák, traditional mulled wine, along with the local Trdelník pastry.

Read more

Stay connected with friends and family with our complimentary coach and hotel Wi-Fi (where available).

If your arrival and/or departure flights are as per the itinerary start and end dates, then transfers are available at scheduled times. If your flights are outside these times, or you have booked additional nights accommodation with Insight Vacations, you may purchase transfers or make your own way from/to the airport.

Enjoy the comfort of Insight's luxurious, air-conditioned, 40-seat coach with double the standard legroom and onboard washroom. Our customized luxury coaches are sanitized before the start of your tour and are maintained to very high standards. Physical distancing measures have been implemented on our customized luxury coaches.

Read more

Prague: The brand new, boutique-style Hotel Royal Prague is a short drive from Old Town Square, set across from the Vltava River.

Read more

Choose between two carefully selected activities

Prague: Stroll through the Jewish Quarter with your Local Expert to hear how the Jewish community has shaped the history of Prague.

Prague: Visit the imposing St. Vitus Cathedral and explore the atmospheric courtyards of the historic Prague Castle with your Local Expert.

Personal radio headsets give you the freedom to wander during visits to famous highlights, without missing any of your Local Expert's fascinating commentary.

Hotel and restaurant tips are included - you'll never have to worry about how much to give, nor search for foreign currency. We also include all taxes and porterage charges at hotels.

We carry your bags for you and promptly deliver them to your hotel door.

Kraków: Take in the ambience with a walk around the magnificent Cloth Hall in the Market Square to see the Christmas Market.

Kraków: The medieval heart of Krakow is rich in legend, a kind of Polish Camelot. Join your Local Expert for an in-depth exploration of this historic Holy Grail.Cross the former Jewish Quarter of Kazimierz to Podgórze and see the Ghetto Square.

Kraków: Visit the cathedral atop Wawel Hill, see the castle and look for the iconic dragon, accompanied by your Local Expert.

Wrocław: Rated as one of the finest in Europe, Wrocław’s Christmas Market offers a delightful, fairy-tale charm. Enjoy an orientation of the market, located in Rynek, the historic main square which is surrounded by Baroque splendor and adorned with thousands of twinkling lights. Spend time exploring the vast array of stalls bursting with local crafts and tasty treats.

Dresden: Your guided tour with a Local Expert shows you the Frauenkirche, the colossal 'Procession of the Dukes' mosaic, the cathedral, Semper Opera House and Zwinger Palace. You'll also learn about the traditional German Christmas Pyramids.

Berlin: You Local Expert provides a tour of this vibrant city. Drive along the Ku'Damm, passing the Kaiser Wilhelm Memorial Church and through Tiergarten to the Reichstag building. See the Brandenburg Gate, State Opera House and visit Alexanderplatz.

Hand sanitizer is freely available on board for you to use throughout the day.

Read more

Map

Attractions

Main market square, Krakow, PolandThe Cloth Hall
Photo of the Gendarmenmarkt square with concert house building and German cathedral during the morning light in Berlin city.Gendarmenmarkt
photo of view of The Brandenburg Gate in Berlin at sunrise, GermanyBrandenburg Gate
Photo of Town Hall on the Market Square, Wroclaw, Poland.Market Square
Botanical Garden Teplice, Teplice, okres Teplice, Ústecký kraj, Northwest, CzechiaBotanical Garden Teplice
Photo of aerial view of Old Town Square in Prague, Czech republic.Old Town Square
Jewish Square
Photo of aerial view of Prague Castle and St. Vitus Cathedral under clear Blue sunny sky ,Czech.Prague Castle
Photo of Wawel cathedral on Wawel Hill in Krakow, Poland.Wawel Cathedral

Daily Itinerary

Day 1

Day 1 – Day 1: Arrival in Kraków

  • Kraków - Arrival day
  • More
  • The Cloth Hall
  • More

Your journey begins with a transfer from Kraków airport to your hotel. At 17:00, meet your Travel Director and fellow travelers for a Welcome Dinner at a local restaurant. After dinner, take a stroll around the magnificent Cloth Hall in the Market Square, surrounded by romantic gabled townhouses and Gothic spires. The festive Christmas Market stalls offer a variety of delicacies and delights, from Highland woollen slippers to amber jewelry from the Baltic. Don't miss the chance to try the traditional oscypek cheese with cranberries, a delicacy from the Tatra mountains.

Read more
Day 2

Day 2 – Day 2: Exploring Kraków

  • Kraków
  • More
  • Jewish Square
  • Wawel Cathedral
  • More

Start your day with a visit to Wawel Hill to see the Renaissance castle and cathedral, the final resting place of the Kings of Poland. Then, explore the former Jewish Quarter of Kazimierz and Old Podgórze, where you'll see Ghetto Square and the remains of the Ghetto Wall. The rest of the day is at your leisure. You may choose to visit the Wieliczka Salt Mine or spend time exploring the traditional Christmas Market in the Old Town's historic district, where you can shop for authentic Christmas decorations, gifts, toys, and tasty treats.

Read more
Day 3

Day 3 – Day 3: Journey to Wrocław

  • Kraków
  • Wroclaw
  • More
  • Market Square
  • More

Today, journey to the city of Wrocław, known as the Venice of Poland. Wrocław's Christmas Market, one of the finest in Europe, offers a delightful, fairy-tale charm. Enjoy an orientation of the market, located in Rynek, the historic main square surrounded by Baroque splendor and adorned with thousands of twinkling lights. Taste delicious gingerbread, baked following the traditional recipes of the Lower Silesia region, and spend time exploring the vast array of stalls bursting with local crafts and tasty treats.

Read more
Day 4

Day 4 – Day 4: Travel to Prague

  • Wroclaw
  • Prague
  • More

This morning, leave your hotel in Wrocław and cross the Czech border, continuing your travels to the historic capital of Prague. The rest of the day is at your leisure to start exploring this beautiful city.

Read more
Day 5

Day 5 – Day 5: Discovering Prague

  • Prague
  • More
  • Old Town Square
  • Prague Castle
  • More

Explore Prague with Insight Choice. Choose to walk the courtyards of the Castle and visit the imposing St. Vitus Cathedral. Alternatively, join your Local Expert through the Jewish Quarter and hear about the history, traditions, and legends of the Jewish people. Then, visit the Old Town Square, where Prague’s colorful Christmas Market contrasts with the Gothic skyline. Meet a local stallholder and savor a glass of Svařák, traditional mulled wine, along with the local Trdelník pastry.

Read more
Day 6

Day 6 – Day 6: From Prague to Dresden and Berlin

  • Prague
  • Dresden
  • Berlin
  • More
  • Botanical Garden Teplice
  • More

Cross the German border to Dresden. Gaze up at the Frauenkirche, risen once again from wartime ashes. Your guided exploration with a Local Expert will continue past the colossal 'Procession of the Dukes' mosaic, the cathedral, Semper Opera House and Zwinger Palace. During your free time, perhaps seek out the delicious Christstollen, a Christmas cake recipe dating back to medieval times, or shop for a traditional Christmas pyramid. Then journey on to Berlin.

Read more
Day 7

Day 7 – Day 7: Exploring Berlin

  • Berlin
  • More
  • Gendarmenmarkt
  • Brandenburg Gate
  • More

Join a Local Expert to see the Brandenburg Gate, State Opera House, remnants of the Berlin Wall, Unter den Linden, and the beautifully-restored Reichstag building. Feel free to soak up the Weihnachtszauber, or Christmas magic, at the Gendarmenmarkt, which is Berlin’s most magnificent square. In the evening, join your friends for a festive Celebration Dinner with wine and good cheer at a local restaurant.

Read more
Day 8

Day 8 – Day 8: Departure from Berlin

  • Berlin - Departure day
  • More

Your journey draws to a close after breakfast. Departure transfers arrive at Berlin airport at 07:00 and 10:00.

Read more

Verified reviews

Link to appstore phone
Install Europe’s biggest travel app

Download Europe’s biggest travel marketplace to your phone to manage your entire trip in one place

Scan this QR code with your phone camera and press the link that appears to add Europe’s biggest travel marketplace into your pocket. Enter your phone number or email address to receive an SMS or email with the download link.