Christmas Markets of Vienna, Prague, Dresden & Berlin

9 days
Save this trip to your favorites or other list
Map not provided by operator
View all 6 photos
Video not provided by operator
4.1/5 Great
100+ reviews  
88%
Save this trip to your favorites or other list
Self-Guided / Independent Tour
Spend 8 nights on an exciting adventure through Central Europe to explore the cities of Vienna, Prague, Dresden and Berlin. With two nights in each city, you'll get to experience the magical winter festivities in Europe with plenty of time to spare. Use your days to explore the beauty of every city and the monuments they hold within - including the Hofburg Pa...
From$3,753
See departure dates

Member Savings

Save up to $700!

Sign in to see which companies give additional
savings to Travelstride Members (it’s free)

Unlock Savings

Overview

Trip type
Self-Guided / Independent Tour
Lodging level
Standard - 3 star
Physical level
Easy
Trip pace
Flexible schedule

Highlights

    • Vienna City Tour with Schonbrunn Palace (3.5 hours)
    • Grand City Tour of Prague (3 hours)
    • Dresden Hop-on/Hop-off City Tour (24-hours)
    • Berlin Hop-on/Hop-off City Tour (24-hours)

What's this trip about?

    Spend 8 nights on an exciting adventure through Central Europe to explore the cities of Vienna, Prague, Dresden and Berlin. With two nights in each city, you'll get to experience the magical winter festivities in Europe with plenty of time to spare. Use your days to explore the beauty of every city and the monuments they hold within - including the Hofburg Palace in Vienna, Prague Castle, Dresden's Royal Palace and the Charlottenburg Palace in Berlin. The best part? You'll get to wander through the enchanting Christmas Markets in each city. Featuring included tours, rail tickets, private transfers, and more, this is the ultimate winter vacation in Europe!

Details

Itinerary focusClassic Highlights
Group sizeIndependent
Age rangeNo age restrictions
Flights and transportAll internal transport included (including local flights)
Start CityVienna
End CityBerlin

Destinations

Activities

  • Trains & Rail

Trip includes

    • Roundtrip economy class airfare into Vienna (VIE), and out of Berlin (BER)
    • Arrival airport transfer from Vienna airport to Vienna hotel
    • 2 nights in Vienna at the Hotel Beethoven, or similar
    • Vienna City Tour with Schonbrunn Palace & Christmas Market (3.5 hours)
    • Standard rail ticket from Vienna to Prague
    • 2 nights in Prague at the Majestic Plaza Prague, or similar
    • Prague Grand City Tour (3 hours)
    • Standard rail ticket from Prague to Dresden
    • 2 nights in Dresden at the Hotel Indigo Dresden Wettiner Platz, or similar
    • Dresden 24-hour Big City Hop-on/Hop-off City Tour
    • Standard rail ticket from Dresden to Berlin
    • 2 nights in Berlin at the NH Collection Berlin Mitte am Checkpoint Charlie, or similar
    • Berlin 24-hour City Circle Hop-on/Hop-off Tour
    • Departure airport transfer from Berlin hotel to Berlin airport
    • Breakfast daily

Itinerary

Day 1 Welcome to Vienna

Welcome to Vienna, Austria’s capital! Upon your arrival at the airport, you’ll be greeted by your private driver, who will then transfer you to your Vienna hotel.

Spend the rest of the day exploring Vienna's enchanting local Christmas Markets on your own....

Day 2 Vienna

Today's activity is a sightseeing tour that will take you through Operngasse 8 to the famous Ringstrasse Boulevard, all while passing by Vienna’s notable attractions. Admire the Vienna State Opera, the majestic Hofburg Palace, and the monumental Museums of Art ...

Day 3 Vienna — Prague

Enjoy a warm and hearty breakfast, then take the train from Vienna to Prague (approx. 4.5 hours). Make your way to your Prague hotel once you arrive.

Use the rest of the day to visit one or more of Prague’s Christmas Markets at your own pace. Explore the ...

Day 4 Prague

After breakfast, you'll set off on the Grand City tour of Prague! Take in the world-renowned landmarks that Prague is best known for, like the famous astronomical clock, vibrant Old Town Square, gothic Charles Bridge and iconic Wenceslas Square, as you become more acquainted with this beautiful "City of a Hundred Spires."

Day 5 Prague — Dresden

After breakfast, you’ll take the train from Prague to Dresden (approx. 2.5 hours), then make your way to your Dresden hotel.

You’ll have the rest of the day to visit one or more of Dresden’s Christmas markets on your own. Immerse yourself in the magical a...

Day 6 Dresden

Experience Dresden's rich history, captivating art, and unique charm at your own pace with the convenience of an included hop-on-hop-off tour. Hop aboard a bus and enjoy panoramic views as you discover the city's famous landmarks. Visit the Frauenkirche, Zwinger Palace, Semperoper, and more. With multiple stops, you have the freedom to design your own itinerary.

Day 7 Dresden — Berlin

Today you’ll take the train from Dresden to Berlin (approx. 2.5 hours), then make your way to your Berlin hotel.

Spend your free time exploring Berlin's festive Christmas markets, where twinkling lights and joyful ambiance fill the air. From the iconic Ch...

Day 8 Berlin

Use your hop-on/hop-off tour to see and visit all the best sights in Berlin. Be sure to stop by  Brandenburg Gate, Potsdamer Platz, the Berlin Zoo, and Reichstag. 

Day 9 Depart Berlin

Enjoy one last breakfast at the hotel before taking a private transfer to the airport for your flight home.

Want a tailor-made trip instead?

Your trip, your way, planned by an expert:

  • You choose budget, destinations, activities, transport & lodging type
  • Expert designs the itinerary for you, and once approved, takes care of logistics
Design custom trip

Dates & Availability

Price From $3,753
Price per day$417
Last Updated: 4/19/2024

Check Current Availability, prices, specials with Great Value Vacations.

The total tour cost includes the tour price (regular or promotional) and the compulsory local payment. The promotional price is subject to change. Check directly with the operator for the latest price offer. The tour operator requires you to pay only the tour price to purchase your travel. The compulsory local payment will be paid when you join the trip. All prices are based on double, twin or triple share occupancy. Solo passengers will be accommodated in a double, twin or triple room according to availability with a passenger(s) of the same gender. Single supplement only needs to be paid if the passenger does not want to share and requests their own room. Discounts can only be applied at the time of booking and cannot be added at a later date, regardless of any changes made to the original booking.

Prices may vary due to local taxes and trip seasonality. Click "Request Info" to inquire directly with the tour operator for the final trip price.

Travelstride Gift Card
One card, thousands of extraordinary trips
Gifts Card

Great Value Vacations Reviews & Ratings

4.1/5  Great
Excellent
12,302
Great
5,559
Average
2,731
Disappointing
1,248
Terrible
1,694
Write a Review

Other Great Value Vacations Reviews

K

Kathleen Kay Markofski

Feb 2025

Written on
Great Value Vacations Company Reviewsby Great Value Vacations

All was awesome

All was awesome

R

ROBERT LEWIS MERGENS

Feb 2025

Written on
Great Value Vacations Company Reviewsby Great Value Vacations

Iceland did not disappoint

Hotel was nice and quiet. Tours were wonderful - transportation was comfortable and the guide, Philip, made our experience memorable by combining his story, facts a...

D

Drrobi

Feb 2025

Written on
Great Value Vacations Company Reviewsby Great Value Vacations

Everything went smoothly

Everything went smoothly other than having to wait several hours to get into our hotel room. The resort is nice but very pricey and it is difficult to eat anywhere e...

Write a Review

Tour Operator

About Travelstride

Find your perfect trip

An epic selection of pre-planned trips on every continent, for every style. Thousands of itineraries from over 1,000 trusted travel companies.

Save time

Use simple search and comparison tools to easily find the best trip. Don't sweat the logistics — travel providers plan for you.

Save money

Book directly with the operator. See inclusive packages for the best values, and get access to amazing deals.

Travel confidently

Read unbiased user reviews, pick the operator that suits your needs, and connect with them directly.

Logistics

Accommodation

Travel Insurance
We strongly recommend purchasing travel insurance alongside your travel package to safeguard against unforeseen circumstances such as medical expenses, trip cancellations, and other contingencies. It offers you peace of mind and ensures you are prepared for unexpected events that may occur before or during your journey
Visa requirements
Visa requirements vary depending on your country of origin and your country of destination. It is your responsibility to familiarize yourself with the relevant requirements. For a handy tool that can help you quickly find the requirements, please visit this link .
Age Requirements
No age restrictions
Additional Information
[object Object]
Trip ID
Greatvaluevacations-PK-GC4P-SH-VPDB-VIE

Become a member

(it's free)
  • Save up to $700 per person
  • Access members-only specials
  • Personalize trip recommendations
Sign up and save
Top Tour Companies on Travelstride:
All 1,600+ companies >
Sign in to reveal savings up to $700 per person!