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Journeys: Iconic Christmas Markets National Geographic

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Journeys: Iconic Christmas Markets National Geographic - National Geographic Expeditions with G Adventures
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Festival & Events
Celebrate culture, music, and traditions
Group Tour
Join a group and forge lifelong friendships
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An experienced guide will be with you for the entire tour
Low Intensity
Travelers can expect some light physical activities
Guided in English
Group Size 10 - 16
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Itinerary

  1. Intro

    Introduction

  2. Day 1

    Prague

    Prague
    Accommodation
    Hotel (Miss Sophie's Downtown)

    Included Activities

    • Welcome Moment - Meet Your Expedition Leader and Group
    • Expedition Leader Led Walks Through the Christmas Markets
    Landmarks
    Christmas Markets
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  3. Day 2

    Prague

    Prague
    Meals
    Breakfast, Dinner (Traditional Czech gastronomy prepared during cooking class with local chef)
    Accommodation
    Hotel (Miss Sophie's Downtown)

    Included Activities

    • Prague Guided City Tour Including Christmas Market
    • Czech Cuisine Cooking Class
    Landmarks
    Prague Historic Centre
    Astronomical Clock
    Christmas Markets
  4. Day 3

    Prague to Český Krumlov

    Prague to Český Krumlov
    Meals
    Breakfast
    Accommodation
    Hotel (Bellevue Hotel)

    Included Activities

    • Expedition Leader Led Walk Through the Christmas Market
    Landmarks
    Český Krumlov
    Vltava River
    Christmas Market
  5. Day 4

    Český Krumlov to Bratislava

    Český Krumlov to Bratislava
    Meals
    Breakfast
    Accommodation
    Hotel (AC Hotel by Marriott Bratislava Old Town)

    Included Activities

    • Expedition Leader Led Walk Through the Christmas Market
    Landmarks
    Bratislava Old Town
    Hviezdoslav Square
    Danube River
    Christmas Market
  6. Day 5

    Bratislava to Vienna

    Bratislava to Vienna
    Meals
    Breakfast, Lunch (Classic golden schnitzel lunch at a local restaurant)
    Accommodation
    Hotel (AC Hotel by Marriott Bratislava Old Town)

    Included Activities

    • Day Trip to Vienna Including Christmas Markets
    Landmarks
    Spanish Riding School
    St. Stephen's Cathedral
    Stephansplatz Market
    Rathausplatz Christmas Market
    City Hall
  7. Day 6

    Bratislava to Budapest

    Bratislava to Budapest
    Meals
    Breakfast, Lunch (Lunch at Nem Adom Fel Café (Never Give Up Café), a G Adventures-supported social enterprise run by people with disabilities)
    Accommodation
    Hotel (Nemzeti Budapest MGallery Hotel)

    Included Activities

    • Panoramic Tour of Budapest Including Visit to Fisherman's Bastion
    • Nem Adom Fel Café and Bar
    • Expedition Leader Led Walk Through the Christmas Market
    Landmarks
    Danube River
    Heroes' Square
    Fisherman's Bastion
    Castle Hill
    Christmas Markets
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  8. Day 7

    Budapest

    Budapest
    Meals
    Breakfast, Dinner (Dinner cruise on the Danube with local specialties)
    Accommodation
    Hotel (Nemzeti Budapest MGallery Hotel)

    Included Activities

    • Farewell Danube dinner cruise
    • Christmas tram ticket
    Landmarks
    Christmas Markets
    Danube River
  9. Day 8

    Budapest

    Budapest
    Meals
    Breakfast

    Included Activities

    • Departure Day

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Where You'll Stay

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  • Miss Sophie's Downtown

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  • AC Hotel by Marriott Bratislava Old Town

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  • Nemzeti Budapest MGallery Hotel

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