Enchanting Christmas Markets featuring the Christmas Markets of Salzburg, Linz, Vienna & Prague

Experience holiday enchantment on this 8-day tour of Austria and the Czech Republic featuring the festive, traditional Christmas markets of glittering Salzburg, Linz, Vienna and Prague. Discover one-of-a-kind gifts and handcrafts for everyone on your list. Dine at centuries-old St. Peters Restaurant in Salzburg. Explore Prague's historic Old Town on a locally-guided walking tour. View the Mozarthaus, where Mozart composed his Linz Symphony. Savor a traditional dinner with charming entertainment in the quaint wine making village of Grinzing.

Highlights
Salzburg, Linz, Vienna, Schoenbrunn Palace, Grinzing Evening, Prague, Christmas Markets

Collette Experience

  • Shop in the Christmas markets of Salzburg, Linz, Vienna and Prague.
  • View the Mozarthaus, where Mozart composed his Linz Symphony.
  • Enjoy a fabulous tour of magnificent Schoenbrunn Palace.

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    Tour Operator
    Collette Vacations
    Offer
    Offer valid through 12/31/2009
    Duration
    8 Days
    DayDestinationDescription
    Air 1Overnight Flight Overnight Flight : Welcome as you join Collette Vacations in exploring Salzburg, Linz, Vienna and Prague, some of Europe's most magical cities. Visit historic sites, view breathtaking scenery, enjoy classical music, plus browse and shop in the traditional Christmas markets. Your memorable experience begins with an overnight flight to Europe.
    Day 2Salzburg Arrive Salzburg, Austria - Tour Begins : Your tour begins in historic Salzburg, one of Europe's most beautiful and romantic cities. This evening, join your fellow travelers for dinner at the centuries-old St. Peter's Restaurant, one of the city's most popular dining establishments.
    Day 3Salzburg Salzburg : Enjoy a leisurely-paced walking tour of the Old Town, highlighting the Cathedral, Mozart's birthplace and Mirabell Gardens. You will not be able to miss recognizable locations from the "Sound of Music." The remainder of the day is at leisure for you to explore Salzburg's charming Christmas market, located in the city's historic area.
    Day 4Vienna Salzburg - Linz - Vienna : Depart Salzburg and travel along the banks of the Danube to the Imperial city of Linz, where you enjoy a city tour featuring the Old Town and the baroque Main Square, one of Europe's largest open squares. View the Mozarthaus, where Mozart composed his Linz Symphony, and the new cathedral, Austria's largest. Your tour concludes with a visit to St. Martin's Church, founded in 799. Your day ends in the grand city of Vienna.
    Day 5Vienna Vienna : Begin your day with a Vienna city tour featuring the Baroque marvels of Schoenbrunn Palace. Touring Vienna's city center, you view St. Stephan's Cathedral, beautiful baroque architecture, parks, and gothic spires of a bygone age. The afternoon is at leisure for you to relax or explore the various Christmas markets located throughout the city. Be sure to visit Vienna City Hall Park with its festively decorated trees and ice skating exhibitions. A special treat awaits this evening when you enjoy a traditional dinner with entertainment in the quaint wine-making village of Grinzing.
    Day 6Prague Vienna - Prague, Czech Republic : Travel through the picturesque countryside to the border of the Czech Republic before proceeding to the capital city of Prague, situated on the River Vltava. Known as "The Golden City", Prague offers visitors a beguiling mixture of Gothic, Renaissance and Baroque architecture. This lovely city boasts more than 500 towers and steeples, as well as many parks and gardens.
    Day 7Prague Prague : Begin your day with a walking tour featuring the 1,000-year-old Hradcany Castle, the former Royal Palace, the imposing St. Vitus Cathedral, and the colorful Golden Lane. Then proceed to the 14th-century Charles Bridge, one of Prague's loveliest and most characteristic sights with its 16 arches and 30 statues. Continue to the Old Town Square, enclosed by Gothic, Renaissance, Baroque and Rococo-style buildings before viewing Tyn Church and its magnificent towers, the unique Astronomical Clock, St. Nicholas Cathedral and Old Town Hall. The remainder of the day is at leisure to explore this charming city and its wonderful Christmas market situated in the historic Old Town Square. Tonight, join your fellow travelers for dinner, celebrating the end of a spectacular trip.
    Day 8Tour ends Prague - Tour Ends : Your tour ends this morning, leaving you with wonderful memories.
    Dates/Pricing

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    DatePrice / DescriptionQuote
    12/01/2009$1,299.00* (USD) / Land OnlyQuote
    Lodging
    Renaissance Hotel
    Hotel De France
    Mercure Prague Center
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    Tour prices are Land Only rates based on per person double occupancy. Please call your Travel Agent for triple or child occupancy rates. Taxes and fees are additional for tours that feature a cruise; port taxes are not included in the prices shown. Some dates may feature various changes in hotels, sightseeing and inclusions. Please confirm your specific itinerary at the time of booking.
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