Can I join the Eastern Highlights Christmas & New Year trip in Nuremberg instead of Munich?

Yes, you can definitely choose to join the tour in Nuremberg. If you decide to proceed with booking, remind us that you wish to join in Nuremberg so that we can add a note to your confirmed booking.

Are international flights included in the tour price?

Whilst internal flights are covered for certain itineraries, you will have to make your way to the meeting point for the start of your tour. When booking flights be mindful of departure times and possible delays. Tip: We suggest that you start comparing prices the moment your deposit is paid to avoid costly flights.

Are young children allowed?

We have a set minimum age of 10 for our tours, but we're happy to consider younger children on a case-by-case basis. Just let us know your request, and we'll do our best to accommodate it. Expat Explore reserves the right to accept or decline the request at our discretion. We want to ensure everyone has a great time exploring with us!

Can you cater for my dietary requirements?

We make every effort to include local cuisine on our tours to ensure an authentic experience for you. You'll receive an email before the tour begins, where we'll ask for your dietary preferences. We always have a vegetarian option, and we'll work hard to accommodate any other dietary needs or preferences you may have.

Do I need to exchange cash before I leave?

Contactless payment is widely accepted across Europe – it’s best to bring a payment card with no overseas withdrawal fees. * Keep in mind that certain optionals are payable in cash to your tour leader whilst on tour. We suggest that you talk to your Tour Leader about when & where to draw cash to pay for the optional excursions.

If I wish to stay longer in the start or end destination, will Expat Explore assist with pre/post-tour accommodation?

While Expat Explore cannot assist with booking pre or post-tour accommodation, we recommend Booking.com for affordable accommodation options prior to and after the tour. If hotel information is available, we can provide you with the details in advance so that you can book accommodation at or nearby the start hotel. Please request this by sending a message through on the conversation page.

Can Expat Explore issue me with a visa?

While Expat Explore endeavours to stay current on all major entry requirements, we are not a registered visa agent. We are, however, able to make things a little easier by providing you with the required supporting documents for a visa application once your tour is paid in full. It is a requirement of the embassies that tours are paid for in full before visa support documentation is requested and applications are made. When you have made the final payment for your booking, simply reach out to our Customer Support Team to request your visa support documents and confirm which embassy you will be applying to.

How much spending money do I need for my holiday?

This is up to you and will vary depending on how much you wish to spend on snacks, drinks, souvenirs etc. We do not include entrance fees to attractions and museums. We do, however, provide you with free time to see everything you want, and our tour leaders will have all the information on pricing and locations so you can manage your own budget. Please refer to your tour-specific pre-departure information and optional excursions guide for further details.

Is travel insurance compulsory?

It's your responsibility to arrange sufficient travel insurance for your trip. When you travel with Expat Explore, both you and your personal belongings do so at your own risk. A comprehensive insurance policy should cover medical expenses for illness or accidents before or during the holiday, as well as reimbursement for lost holiday funds due to cancellation, curtailment, or other insurable events. Make sure there are no exclusions that would limit coverage for the activities included in your tour. We generally recommend WorldNomads because they cover a wide variety of nationalities, but you are welcome to use any supplier that offers you the most comprehensive plan. You are able to obtain travel insurance through one of TourRadars partners, XCover. Please reach out to receive a quote.

How fit do I need to be to join and what is the average age range?

We embrace travelers of all ages and backgrounds, prioritizing attitude and mindset over age restrictions. However, our tours are fast-paced and jam-packed with experiences. Regrettably, individuals with mobility limitations or those using wheelchairs may find this tour challenging. Comfortable walking shoes are essential for exploring quaint towns and navigating cobblestone streets. We want every traveler to fully enjoy their journey, so we encourage reviewing the itinerary carefully before making your booking decision.

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Eastern Highlights Christmas & New Year

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Start and end in Munich

4.6 (6 reviews)

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Itinerary

Intro
Introduction
Day 1
Munich
Munich
Start point
München, Bavaria, Germany (Hotel in Munich, 10:00)
Meals
Dinner (German meal at a local restaurant)
Included Activities
- Orientation tour of Munich
- Dinner at a local German restaurant
Optional Activities
- Christmas in Munich excursion - explore Munich's top sights and Christmas market while tasting traditional treats
Landmarks
Munich Christmas Market
Day 2
Munich to Prague
Munich to Prague
Meals
Breakfast, Dinner (Christmas Eve dinner at a local Czech restaurant)
Included Activities
- Orientation tour of Nuremberg
- Dinner on Christmas Eve in Prague at a local Czech restaurant
Landmarks
Nuremberg
Day 3
Prague
Prague
Meals
Breakfast
Included Activities
- Walking tour of Prague's iconic landmarks with local guide
Optional Activities
- Prague+ excursion - explore Mala Strana, scenic lunch cruise along the Vltava River, and tour of Prague Castle
- Traditional Czech folk music show with four-course dinner and live music and dance performances
Landmarks
Prague Old Town Square Christmas Market
Mala Strana
Prague Castle
Vltava River
Day 4
Prague to Krakow
Prague to Krakow
Meals
Breakfast, Dinner (Dinner at a local restaurant)
Included Activities
- Guided walking tour of Krakow with tour leader
- Dinner at a local restaurant
Day 5
Krakow
Krakow
Meals
Breakfast
Included Activities
- Guided tour of Auschwitz concentration camp
Optional Activities
- Wieliczka Salt Mine excursion - UNESCO World Heritage Site with 2km of tunnels, chapels, sculptures carved from salt rock walls, and underground lakes
- Self-guided exploration of Krakow's Old Town, Kazimierz, and Wawel Castle
Landmarks
Auschwitz Memorial
Wieliczka Salt Mine
Krakow Old Town
Kazimierz
Wawel Castle
Day 6
Krakow to Budapest
Krakow to Budapest
Meals
Breakfast, Dinner (Hungarian meal at a local restaurant)
Included Activities
- Visit to Banska Bystrica, Slovakia
- Guided tour of Budapest's sights
- Dinner at a local Hungarian restaurant in Budapest
Landmarks
Banska Bystrica
Danube River
Day 7
Budapest
Budapest
Meals
Breakfast
Optional Activities
- Budapest+ excursion - discover top sights decked in festive decorations, visit St. Stephen's Basilica, and taste local delicacies
- Thermal bathhouse experience
- Danube evening cruise to admire Budapest's illuminated skyline
Landmarks
St. Stephen's Basilica
Danube River
Day 8
Budapest to Vienna
Budapest to Vienna
Meals
Breakfast, Dinner (Dinner in a Viennese wine cellar)
Included Activities
- Orientation tour of Bratislava with Bratislava Castle views
- Walking and driving tour of Vienna
- Dinner in a Viennese wine cellar
Optional Activities
- Classical music concert at Schönbrunn Palace Orangery
Landmarks
Bratislava Castle
Schönbrunn Palace Orangery
Day 9
Vienna to Ljubljana
Vienna to Ljubljana
Meals
Breakfast
Included Activities
- Walking tour of Ljubljana
Landmarks
Graz
Ljubljana Castle
Day 10
Ljubljana to Munich
Ljubljana to Munich
Meals
Breakfast
Included Activities
- Visit to Lake Bled
- Visit to Salzburg
Landmarks
Lake Bled
Salzburg
Day 11
Munich
Munich
End point
München, Bavaria, Germany (Hotel in Munich, 10:00)
Meals
Breakfast

Landmarks
Munich Christmas Market

Landmarks
Nuremberg

Landmarks
Prague Old Town Square Christmas Market
Mala Strana
Prague Castle
Vltava River

Landmarks
Auschwitz Memorial
Wieliczka Salt Mine
Krakow Old Town
Kazimierz
Wawel Castle

Landmarks
Banska Bystrica
Danube River

Landmarks
St. Stephen's Basilica
Danube River

Landmarks
Bratislava Castle
Schönbrunn Palace Orangery

Landmarks
Graz
Ljubljana Castle

Landmarks
Lake Bled
Salzburg

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Additional Services
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Flights
Insurance
Optional
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Rating: 4.5 (6,055 reviews)
Response time: 10 hours
Response rate: 88%
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Traveler Reviews

4.6

Overall rating based on 6 Reviews

Itinerary
4.4
Transport
5.0
Guide
4.8
Accommodation
3.6
Food
3.6
Tour Operator
4.5

Belinda4.0•January 2025
Nice experience but quite rushed
Traveled in December 2024
Sandra5.0•January 2023
Roma, our tour guide made the trip for us! Her energy and enthusiasm was infectious. Greater understanding of life...
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Traveled in December 2022
Hermenia5.0•January 2023
Roma and our driver was the BEST! I left very impressed with his driving! Not only was he a great driver, but he was...
Roma and our driver was the BEST! I left very impressed with his driving! Not only was he a great driver, but he was an amazing person. His wife made us homemade snacks and they were amazing. Roma was such a great guide. She made my first trip with expat explore travel memorable. However, the BEST part of the trip was the people I got to see new countries with. SUCH AN AMAZING EXPERIENCE. I will travel with Expat again.Show more
Traveled in December 2022
Phaik4.0•January 2020
Overall good, we had good tour leader & tour driver. Just hotel in certain counties were bad, need to upgrade. Thanks.
Traveled in December 2019
Shahron5.0•January 2020
Exactly as advertised, no unpleasant surprises.
Traveled in December 2019
Alex4.5•January 2019
Excellent tour leader. Strong pace through a lot of stuff to see.
Traveled in December 2018

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Kristen
Asked on November 21st, 2024
Can I join the Eastern Highlights Christmas & New Year trip in Nuremberg instead of Munich?
Other
Tour Details
- Travel Chasers formerly Expat ExploreOperator•Written November 2024
  Yes, you can definitely choose to join the tour in Nuremberg. If you decide to proceed with booking, remind us that you wish to join in Nuremberg so that we can add a note to your confirmed booking.
- K
  Kristen
  Traveler•Written November 2024
  Can I get a discount for the night I am not using in Munich hotels? Also, can I book a single room?
- Travel Chasers formerly Expat ExploreOperator•Written November 2024
  We cannot offer any discount when customers join late or leave early because our Tours are sold as a package. Also, Single Supplement Upgrades for the Holiday Departures of Eastern Highlights Tour are currently sold out.
L
Leah
Asked on March 21st, 2024
Are international flights included in the tour price?
Flights / Transfers
Price / Availability
- Travel Chasers formerly Expat ExploreOperator•Written March 2024
  Whilst internal flights are covered for certain itineraries, you will have to make your way to the meeting point for the start of your tour. When booking flights be mindful of departure times and possible delays.
  Tip: We suggest that you start comparing prices the moment your deposit is paid to avoid costly flights.
J
Jade
Asked on March 21st, 2024
Are young children allowed?
Age Range
- Travel Chasers formerly Expat ExploreOperator•Written March 2024
  We have a set minimum age of 10 for our tours, but we're happy to consider younger children on a case-by-case basis. Just let us know your request, and we'll do our best to accommodate it. Expat Explore reserves the right to accept or decline the request at our discretion. We want to ensure everyone has a great time exploring with us!
C
Cheryl
Asked on March 21st, 2024
Can you cater for my dietary requirements?
Meals
- Travel Chasers formerly Expat ExploreOperator•Written March 2024
  We make every effort to include local cuisine on our tours to ensure an authentic experience for you. You'll receive an email before the tour begins, where we'll ask for your dietary preferences. We always have a vegetarian option, and we'll work hard to accommodate any other dietary needs or preferences you may have.
S
Suzanne
Asked on March 21st, 2024
Do I need to exchange cash before I leave?
Payments
- Travel Chasers formerly Expat ExploreOperator•Written March 2024
  Contactless payment is widely accepted across Europe – it’s best to bring a payment card with no overseas withdrawal fees.
  * Keep in mind that certain optionals are payable in cash to your tour leader whilst on tour. We suggest that you talk to your Tour Leader about when & where to draw cash to pay for the optional excursions.
L
Leanne
Asked on March 21st, 2024
If I wish to stay longer in the start or end destination, will Expat Explore assist with pre/post-tour accommodation?
Accommodation
- Travel Chasers formerly Expat ExploreOperator•Written March 2024
  While Expat Explore cannot assist with booking pre or post-tour accommodation, we recommend Booking.com for affordable accommodation options prior to and after the tour. If hotel information is available, we can provide you with the details in advance so that you can book accommodation at or nearby the start hotel. Please request this by sending a message through on the conversation page.
A
Alex
Asked on March 21st, 2024
Can Expat Explore issue me with a visa?
Visa
- Travel Chasers formerly Expat ExploreOperator•Written March 2024
  While Expat Explore endeavours to stay current on all major entry requirements, we are not a registered visa agent. We are, however, able to make things a little easier by providing you with the required supporting documents for a visa application once your tour is paid in full. It is a requirement of the embassies that tours are paid for in full before visa support documentation is requested and applications are made. When you have made the final payment for your booking, simply reach out to our Customer Support Team to request your visa support documents and confirm which embassy you will be applying to.
L
Louis
Asked on March 21st, 2024
How much spending money do I need for my holiday?
Other
Price / Availability
- Travel Chasers formerly Expat ExploreOperator•Written March 2024
  This is up to you and will vary depending on how much you wish to spend on snacks, drinks, souvenirs etc. We do not include entrance fees to attractions and museums. We do, however, provide you with free time to see everything you want, and our tour leaders will have all the information on pricing and locations so you can manage your own budget. Please refer to your tour-specific pre-departure information and optional excursions guide for further details.
B
Ben
Asked on March 21st, 2024
Is travel insurance compulsory?
Travel Support
- Travel Chasers formerly Expat ExploreOperator•Written March 2024
  It's your responsibility to arrange sufficient travel insurance for your trip. When you travel with Expat Explore, both you and your personal belongings do so at your own risk. A comprehensive insurance policy should cover medical expenses for illness or accidents before or during the holiday, as well as reimbursement for lost holiday funds due to cancellation, curtailment, or other insurable events. Make sure there are no exclusions that would limit coverage for the activities included in your tour.
  
  We generally recommend WorldNomads because they cover a wide variety of nationalities, but you are welcome to use any supplier that offers you the most comprehensive plan.
  
  You are able to obtain travel insurance through one of TourRadars partners, XCover. Please reach out to receive a quote.
T
Tammy
Asked on March 21st, 2024
How fit do I need to be to join and what is the average age range?
Age Range
- Travel Chasers formerly Expat ExploreOperator•Written March 2024
  We embrace travelers of all ages and backgrounds, prioritizing attitude and mindset over age restrictions. However, our tours are fast-paced and jam-packed with experiences. Regrettably, individuals with mobility limitations or those using wheelchairs may find this tour challenging. Comfortable walking shoes are essential for exploring quaint towns and navigating cobblestone streets. We want every traveler to fully enjoy their journey, so we encourage reviewing the itinerary carefully before making your booking decision.

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Book now with just a 10% deposit. The remaining balance is due 65 days before departure.
4 local currencies
You’ll encounter Euro in Austria and Germany, Czech Koruna in Czech Republic, Forint in Hungary, Zloty in Poland.
Plug types C, F, E
You’ll need an adapter for these sockets in Germany, Czech Republic, Poland, Slovakia, Hungary, Austria and Slovenia.

Currencies
€
Euro
Austria and Germany
Kč
Czech Koruna
Czech Republic
Ft
Forint
Hungary
zł
Zloty
Poland
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- Type C
  Used in all 7 countries
- Type F
  Only used in Austria, Germany, Hungary, Slovakia and Slovenia
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  Only used in Czech Republic, Hungary, Poland and Slovakia
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