Christmas Markets of Poland, Prague & Germany - Classic Group
Christmas Markets of Poland, Prague & Germany - Classic Group
$2425
Christmas Markets of Poland, Prague & Germany - Classic Group
8 Days Starting in Krakow and ending in Berlin
Visiting: Kraków, Wrocław, Prague, Dresden, Berlin
Tour operator:
Tour code:
W530ZN19
Guide Type:
Fully Guided
Tour operated in:
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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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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
Day 1: Welcome To Kraków
Location: Kraków
Accommodation: Vienna House Andel's Cracow, Kraków.
Accommodation Name: Vienna House Andel's Cracow, Kraków
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: Kraków, 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
Location: Wrocław, 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
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: Prague, Dresden, Berlin
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
Location: Berlin
Accommodation: Crowne Plaza Berlin City Centre.
Accommodation Name: Crowne Plaza Berlin City Center
Meals Included: Breakfast
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
Location: Berlin
Meals Included: Breakfast
Your journey draws to a close after breakfast. Departure transfers arrive at Berlin airport.
What's Included
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Meals
4 dinners with wine and 7 breakfasts are included.
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Local Expert Tours
Guided tours with local experts in Prague, Kraków, Wroclaw, Dresden, and Berlin.
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Christmas Market Experiences
Visits to Christmas markets in Kraków, Wroclaw, Prague, and Berlin.
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Cultural Experiences
Experiences such as tasting traditional gingerbread in Wroclaw and mulled wine with Trdelník pastry in Prague.
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Accommodation
Accommodation at Vienna House Andel's Cracow, Radisson Blu Hotel in Wroclaw, Hotel Royal Prague, and Crowne Plaza Berlin City Center.
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Transfers
Transfers from Kraków airport to the hotel and from the hotel to Berlin airport.
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Celebration Dinner
A festive Celebration Dinner with wine at a local restaurant in Berlin.
What's Not Included
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Optional Activities
Optional activities such as visiting the Wieliczka Salt Mine are not included.
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Personal Expenses
Personal expenses such as souvenirs, additional meals, and drinks are not included.
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Travel Insurance
Travel insurance is not included and should be purchased separately.
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Flights
International and domestic flights to and from the tour starting and ending points are not included.
Mode of Transport
Travel between destinations by comfortable coach, with transfers from Kraków airport and to Berlin airport included.
Accommodation
Stay in comfort at Vienna House Andel's Cracow in Kraków, Radisson Blu Hotel in Wroclaw, Hotel Royal Prague in Prague, and Crowne Plaza Berlin City Center in Berlin.
Dining Summary
- 4 Dinner with Wine (DW)
- 7 Breakfast (B)
Check out our Q&As
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What kind of local experiences can I expect in Kraków?
In Kraków, you will ascend Wawel Hill to see the Renaissance castle and visit the cathedral, the final resting place of the Kings of Poland. You will also cross the former Jewish Quarter of Kazimierz to Old Podgórze, see Ghetto Square, and the remains of the Ghetto Wall. Additionally, you will have time to explore the traditional Christmas Market in the Old Town's historic district.
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What unique activities are included in Wrocław?
In Wrocław, you will visit the city's Christmas Market, which is rated as one of the finest in Europe. You will also enjoy a MAKE TRAVEL MATTER® Experience by tasting delicious gingerbread made from local ingredients and traditional recipes of the Lower Silesia region.
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What are the highlights of the Prague visit?
In Prague, you can choose to walk the courtyards of the Castle and visit the imposing St. Vitus Cathedral or join a Local Expert through the Jewish Quarter to learn about the history, traditions, and legends of the Jewish people. You will also visit the Old Town Square's Christmas Market, meet a local stallholder, and savor a glass of Svařák, traditional mulled wine, along with the local Trdelník pastry.
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What can I expect during the visit to Dresden?
In Dresden, you will have a guided exploration with a Local Expert, where you will see the Frauenkirche, the 'Procession of the Dukes' mosaic, the cathedral, Semper Opera House, and Zwinger Palace. During your free time, you can seek out the delicious Christstollen, a Christmas cake recipe dating back to medieval times, or shop for a traditional Christmas pyramid.
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What will I see during the Berlin tour?
In Berlin, a Local Expert will guide you to see the Brandenburg Gate, State Opera House, remnants of the Berlin Wall, Unter den Linden, and the beautifully-restored Reichstag building. You will also have the opportunity to soak up the Weihnachtszauber, or Christmas magic, at the Gendarmenmarkt, Berlin’s most magnificent square.
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What kind of meals are included in the tour?
The tour includes 7 breakfasts and 4 dinners with wine. Specific meals include a Welcome Dinner with wine in Kraków, a dinner with delightful German cuisine and wine at a local, family-run restaurant in Berlin, and a festive Celebration Dinner with wine and good cheer at a local restaurant in Berlin.
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Are there any special culinary experiences during the tour?
Yes, you will have several special culinary experiences, including tasting traditional oscypek cheese with cranberries in Kraków, savoring a glass of Svařák and Trdelník pastry at the Christmas Market in Prague, and enjoying delicious gingerbread made from local ingredients in Wrocław.
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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.
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How long has the tour company been trading?
Since 1978.
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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.
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Will the accommodation included meet local health and safety regulations?
Yes
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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.
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What policies are in place for Covid-19?
Please contact us for latest COVID-19 policies
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