Christmas Markets of Poland, Prague & Germany - Classic Group

Christmas Markets of Poland, Prague & Germany - Classic Group

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$2335

Christmas Markets of Poland, Prague & Germany - Classic Group

8 Days Starting in Krakow, Poland and ending in Berlin, Germany

Visiting: Kraków, Wrocław, Prague, Dresden, Berlin

Tour operator:

Insight Vacations

Tour code:

W530ZN19

Guide Type:

Fully Guided

Physical rating:

Low

Tour operated in:

English

Trip Styles:

Special Events

Activities:

Shopping, Sightseeing

From: $2375 $2335 Operator discount: -$40

NB: Prices correct on 24-Dec-2024 but subject to change.

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Tour Overview

Take your taste buds on a tour of the Czech Republic discover the food markets of Prague and explore the Krakow Christmas Market in the city’s Old Town district and indulge in Berlin. Setting out from Krakow, get a sense of Poland’s old-world charm with your Local Expert as you ascend Wawel Hill to the Renaissance Castle and cathedral—the final resting place of the Kings of Poland. Known as the Venice of Poland, Wroclaw is a wonder to behold with its 150 bridges spanning five rivers and twelve islands, not to mention the Baroque grandeur of the Rynek Christmas markets. In the German capital, see what remains of the Berlin Wall, admire the painstakingly restored Reichstag and soak up the festive magic among the market stalls of Gendarmenmarkt square.

Highlights

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    Choice Highlights

    • 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: Explore Prague with your local expert, walk the courtyards of the Castle and visit the imposing St. Vitus Cathedral. The city is then yours to explore. Maybe take a river cruise through the heart of the city or walk in the footsteps of kings along the Royal Route? Czechs are passionate about their beer, so be sure to try the local pilsners together with hearty Czech cuisine.

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    Top Rated Highlights

    • 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.
    • Wroclaw: Rated as one of the finest in Europe, Wroclaw’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.

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    Make Travel Matter

    Wroclaw: Get a taste of the forgotten varieties of gingerbread, traditional from Lower Silesia region. Using only local ingredients sourced from the nearby farms, these treats are a true delight and revive a lost regional tradition. This experience advances UN Global Goal 11: Sustainable cities and communities.

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    Authentic Dining

    Kraków: Delight in Polish specialties during a delicious meal in the heart of the city.

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

    Berlin: Enjoy a dinner with delightful German cuisine and wine at a local, family-run restaurant, complete with music and Grossmunster.

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    Insight Choice

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

    Prague: Explore Prague with your local expert, walk the courtyards of the Castle and visit the imposing St. Vitus Cathedral. The city is then yours to explore. Maybe take a river cruise through the heart of the city or walk in the footsteps of kings along the Royal Route? Czechs are passionate about their beer, so be sure to try the local pilsners together with hearty Czech cuisine.

Itinerary

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Day 1: Welcome To Kraków

Location: Kraków

Accommodation: Vienna House Andel's Cracow, Kraków.

Accommodation Name: Vienna House Andel's Cracow, Kraków

Meals Included: Dinner

Transfers for your hotel depart from Kraków airport. Meet your Travel Director and fellow travelers at 17:00 for a Welcome Dinner with wine at a local restaurant. Afterwards, get your first taste of Polish old-world charm with a walk around the magnificent Cloth Hall in the Market Square. Wrapped in romantic gabled townhouses and Gothic spires, the festive Christmas Market stalls are a Disneyesque dream, offering all sorts of delicacies and delights - from Highland woollen slippers to amber jewelery from the Baltic. Maybe try the traditional oscypek cheese with cranberries, a delicacy from the Tatra mountains?

Day 2: Kraków Relaxed Start

Location: Kraków

Accommodation: Vienna House Andel's Cracow, Kraków.

Accommodation Name: Vienna House Andel's Cracow, Kraków

Meals Included: Breakfast

Ascend Wawel Hill with your Local Expert to see the Renaissance castle and visit the cathedral – the final resting place of the Kings of Poland. Then cross the former Jewish Quarter of Kazimierz to Old Podgórze, the Old Town, to see Ghetto Square and remains of the Ghetto Wall. The rest of the day is at leisure or perhaps choose to visit the Wieliczka Salt Mine? There is time to explore the traditional Christmas Market located in the Old Town's historic district. You'll find yourself immersed in festive spirit as you shop for authentic Christmas decorations, gifts, toys and tasty treats.

Day 3: Wrocław, The Venice Of Poland

Location: Wrocław

Accommodation: Radisson Blu Hotel, Wroclaw.

Accommodation Name: Radisson Blu Hotel, Wroclaw

Meals Included: Breakfast

Visit Auschwitz before your journey to the city of Wrocław, known as the Venice of Poland, made up of five rivers, 12 islands and over 150 bridges. 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. Enjoy a MAKE TRAVEL MATTER® Experience as you taste delicious gingerbread. Using only local ingredients, they are baked following the traditional recipes of Lower Silesia region. Spend time exploring the vast array of stalls bursting with local crafts and tasty treats.

Day 4: Onwards To Prague

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Location: Prague

Accommodation: Hotel Royal Prague.

Accommodation Name: Royal, Prague

Meals Included: Breakfast

Leave your hotel in Wroclaw and cross the Czech border, continuing your travels to the historic capital of Prague.

Day 5: Prague, City Of A Hundred Spires Relaxed Start

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Location: Prague

Accommodation: Hotel Royal Prague.

Accommodation Name: Royal, Prague

Meals Included: Breakfast

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, down at the Old Town Square, Prague’s colorful Christmas Market contrasts with the Gothic skyline. Beneath a giant Christmas tree, draped in a blaze of lights, locals browse the decorative wooden stalls. Meet a local stallholder and savor a glass of Svařák, traditional mulled wine, along with the local Trdelník pastry.

Day 6: Dresden And Berlin Relaxed Start

Location: Dresden

Accommodation: Crowne Plaza Berlin City Centre.

Accommodation Name: Crowne Plaza Berlin City Center

Meals Included: Breakfast

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.

Day 7: The Spirit Of Berlin Relaxed Start

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Location: Berlin

Accommodation: Crowne Plaza Berlin City Centre.

Accommodation Name: Crowne Plaza Berlin City Center

Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner

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.

Day 8: Auf Wiedersehen Berlin

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Location: Berlin

Meals Included: Breakfast

Your journey draws to a close after breakfast. Departure transfers arrive at Berlin airport.

What's Included

  • Meals

    4 dinners with wine and 7 breakfasts are included.

  • Local Expert Tours

    Guided tours with local experts in Prague, Kraków, Wroclaw, Dresden, and Berlin.

  • Christmas Market Experiences

    Visits to Christmas markets in Kraków, Wroclaw, Prague, and Berlin.

  • Cultural Experiences

    Experiences such as tasting traditional gingerbread in Wroclaw and mulled wine with Trdelník pastry in Prague.

  • Accommodation

    Accommodation at Vienna House Andel's Cracow, Radisson Blu Hotel in Wroclaw, Hotel Royal Prague, and Crowne Plaza Berlin City Center.

  • Transfers

    Transfers from Kraków airport to the hotel and from the hotel to Berlin airport.

  • Celebration Dinner

    A festive Celebration Dinner with wine at a local restaurant in Berlin.

  • Transport

    Travel between destinations by comfortable coach, with transfers from Kraków airport and to Berlin airport included.

What's Not Included

  • Optional Activities

    Optional activities such as visiting the Wieliczka Salt Mine are not included.

  • Personal Expenses

    Personal expenses such as souvenirs, additional meals, and drinks are not included.

  • Travel Insurance

    Travel insurance is not included and should be purchased separately.

  • Flights

    International and domestic flights to and from the tour starting and ending points are not included.

Dining Summary

  • 4 Dinner with Wine (DW)
  • 7 Breakfast (B)

Check out our Q&As

  • What unique experiences are included in the tour?

    The tour includes unique experiences such as tasting traditional gingerbread in Wroclaw, which is made using local ingredients and traditional recipes from the Lower Silesia region. In Prague, you can enjoy a glass of Svařák, traditional mulled wine, along with the local Trdelník pastry at the Christmas Market.

  • What are some of the highlights of the Christmas markets visited on this tour?

    The tour visits several renowned Christmas markets, including the one in Kraków's Market Square, known for its festive atmosphere and traditional Polish delicacies. Wrocław's market is noted for its fairy-tale charm and vast array of local crafts and treats. In Prague, the market is set against a Gothic skyline with a giant Christmas tree, while Berlin's Gendarmenmarkt offers a magical Christmas experience.

  • What cultural sites will be explored during the tour?

    Cultural sites include the Renaissance castle and cathedral on Wawel Hill in Kraków, the Jewish Quarter and Old Town in Kraków, the Frauenkirche and Zwinger Palace in Dresden, and iconic landmarks in Berlin such as the Brandenburg Gate and the Reichstag building.

  • What dining experiences are offered on the tour?

    The tour offers a variety of dining experiences, including a Welcome Dinner with wine in Kraków, a meal featuring Polish specialties, a chance to savor traditional mulled wine and pastry in Prague, and a festive Celebration Dinner with German cuisine and wine in Berlin.

  • How does the tour support sustainable travel practices?

    The tour includes a MAKE TRAVEL MATTER® Experience in Wrocław, where participants taste gingerbread made from local ingredients, supporting local farms and reviving a lost regional tradition, which aligns with UN Global Goal 11 for sustainable cities and communities.

  • Can I join the tour once it has departed?

    We regret that no refunds can be made for absences from a tour, including experiences such as missed meals or sightseeing.

  • How long has the tour company been trading?

    Since 1978.

  • What Ethical Travel credentials does the tour company have?

    Insight Vacations is a founding member of the TreadRight Foundation, a joint initiative created by the brands within The Travel Corporation (TTC) almost 15 years ago to ensure our impact through tourism is positive. Our ethos to #MakeTravelMatter guides our decision-making at every level of our business.

  • Will the accommodation included meet local health and safety regulations?

    Yes

  • Do you operate a “single share” option and how does it work?

    You have two options as a solo traveller. Either choose to be matched with a same sex partner for a room share - at no extra cost. Or choose a room of your own with a reduced or even free private room upgrade on select tours.

  • What policies are in place for Covid-19?

    Please contact us for latest COVID-19 policies

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