18 Day Christmas Markets with Paris
Christmas Markets with Paris
Days: 18
From: Budapest to Paris
Countries Visited: Hungary, Austria, Germany, Netherlands, France
Code: cmpa
Code_ERC: cmpa-1
( Brochure Price: $ 10,790 pp )
Our Price: $10,251 pp
Itinerary
1. Budapest
Your journey into wonder begins here. Relax and raise your glass to the days ahead at this evening’s welcome reception. Meals included: Dinner
2. Budapest:
Freechoice Explore this beautiful city and enjoy a piano concert, or relax at the city’s Thermal Baths and Spa. Alternatively, brave the labyrinths of the Hospital in the Rock or take an active hike to Buda Hill. Meals included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
3. Vienna
Relax on board your Scenic Space-Ship and enjoy the many splendid vistas as you cruise the beautiful Danube. Enrich Take in the opulence of Palais Liechtenstein and be enthralled by a private concert featuring the timeless music of Strauss and Mozart. Meals included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
4. Vienna
Freechoice Take a guided tour of Vienna or visit Schönbrunn Palace. Alternatively, visit the Spanish Riding School and either tour the stables or see the Lipizzaner Stallions perfecting their skills during their morning exercise program, or opt to see Vienna on a guided bike tour. Spend the afternoon at leisure exploring Vienna’s magical Christmas markets. Meals included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
5. Dürnstein > Melk
Freechoice Enjoy a guided bike ride from Dürnstein to Melk or be guided through Melk’s Benedictine Abbey. Alternatively, visit a local winery and sample its wines. Meals included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
6. Passau > Salzburg
Enrich Let the ‘Best of The Sound of Music and Salzburg Show’ transport you to another time and place. Based on the timeless movie of the same name, this exclusive production is performed in the rolling hills of Salzburg. Meals included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
7. Regensburg
Freechoice Enjoy a walking tour of the city or visit the charming Christmas markets at Thurn und Taxis Palace. Meals included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
8. Nuremberg
Welcome to this fascinating Bavarian city, dating back to the 11th century. Freechoice Take a walking tour of this fascinating city, or visit moving WWII sites or take a gingerbread baking class. Meals included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
9. Bamberg
Explore the old town of Bamberg with a local guide. Meals included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
10. Würzburg
Freechoice Visit the Bishop’s Residenz Palace. Alternatively, take in the beautiful walled town of Rothenburg. After your guided tour you will have time to wander Rothenburg’s famed Reiterlesmarkt that has a history dating back to the 15th century. Meals included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
11. Würzburg > Rüdesheim
Soak in the vistas of the Main River as you spend a full day relaxing on board your Scenic Space-Ship. Meals included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
12. Rüdesheim > Rhine Gorge
Explore charming Rüdesheim, including a guided visit of Siegfried’s Mechanical Musical Instrument Museum. Enjoy free time to maybe try mulled wine or hot chestnuts amid the festive stalls. Meals included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
13. Cologne
Take a guided tour through Cologne before time at leisure to explore the delights of the Christmas markets. Meals included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
14. Amsterdam
Freechoice Experience Amsterdam’s canals, or enjoy a tour of Zaanse Schans. Alternatively, taste Dutch herring on a guided walking tour or take a cycling tour. Meals included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
15. Amsterdam > Paris
Travel by high-speed train to Paris, and spend three nights at a luxurious city hotel. Meals included: Breakfast
16. Paris
Freechoice Discover Paris on a guided tour or marvel at the exhibits at the world-renowned Louvre. Alternatively, let a local Parisian show you another side of the city. Meals included: Breakfast
17. Paris
You have a free day so follow your heart through Paris. Your Tour Director is on hand to help plan your day. Freechoice Dining Tonight savour delicious cuisine at the restaurant 58 Tour Eiffel before a short sightseeing cruise on the Seine River. Alternatively, take in dinner and a show at the world-famous Lido. Meals included: Breakfast, Dinner
18. Paris
Depart Paris after breakfast. Meals included: Breakfast
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