Christmas Markets with Paris
2020 Budapest > Paris
- Tour Code:
- CMPA
- Duration:
- 18 days
- Departure City:
- Budapest
- Return City:
- Paris
Selected Itinerary
18 Day Itinerary
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Day 1 - Budapest
Welcome to Budapest. Toast the marvellous journey ahead of you at this evening’s welcome reception.
Meals Included: Dinner
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Day 2 - Budapest
FreechoiceExplore this beautiful city and enjoy a piano concert, or relax at the city’s Thermal Baths and Spa. Alternatively, brave the labyrinths of the Hospital in the Rock or take an active hike to Buda Hill.
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
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Day 3 - Vienna
Relax on board your Scenic Space-Ship and enjoy the many splendid vistas as you cruise the beautiful Danube.
EnrichBreathe in the opulence and luxury of Palais Liechtenstein. Then be enthralled by an enchanting private classical evening concert featuring the timeless music of Strauss and Mozart. With a special dedication to Beethoven as we celebrate the 250th anniversary of his birth.
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
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Day 4 - Vienna
FreechoiceTake a guided tour of Vienna or visit Schönbrunn Palace. Alternatively, learn about Viennese coffee culture during a guided tour or opt to see Vienna on a bike tour.
Spend the afternoon at leisure exploring Vienna’s magical Christmas markets.
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
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Day 5 - Dürnstein > Melk
FreechoiceEnjoy a guided bike ride from Dürnstein to Melk or be guided through Melk’s Benedictine Abbey. Alternatively, enjoy a Schnapps tasting on board and sample some of the many flavours on offer.
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
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Day 6 - Passau > Salzburg
EnrichLet the ‘Best of The Sound of Music and Salzburg Show’ transport you to another time and place. Based on the timeless movie of the same name, this exclusive production is performed in the rolling hills of Salzburg.
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
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Day 7 - Regensburg
Enjoy a walking tour of this fabulous city including its well-preserved medieval centre.
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
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Day 8 - Nuremberg
Welcome to this captivating Bavarian city, dating back to the 11th century.
FreechoiceTake a walking tour of this fascinating city, or visit moving WWII sites or take a gingerbread baking class.
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
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Day 9 - Bamberg
Explore the old town of Bamberg with a local guide.
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
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Day 10 - Würzburg
FreechoiceTake a guided tour of Rothenburg with time to wander the famed Reiterlesmarkt that has a history dating back to the 15th century. Alternatively, stay in Würzburg and visit the Bishop’s Residenz Palace and sample some delicious wine.
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
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Day 11 - Miltenberg
FreechoiceVisit a local monastery for a tour and insight into regional beer production or meet a winemaker and join him for a taste of his fine wines. Alternatively, join a Baron and Baroness and learn what it is like to be an aristocrat in the modern day as they guide you through their castle, or opt to visit a local farming family and taste some of their home made produce, alternatively, visit to a local producer for a Schnapps tasting.
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
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Day 12 - Rhine Gorge > Rüdesheim
Explore charming Rüdesheim, including a guided visit of Siegfried’s Mechanical Musical Instrument Museum. Enjoy free time and perhaps try some delicious glühwein or hot chestnuts amid the stalls.
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
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Day 13 - Cologne
Take a guided tour through Cologne before time at leisure to explore the delights of the Christmas markets.
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
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Day 14 - Amsterdam
FreechoiceExperience Amsterdam’s canals, or enjoy a tour of Zaanse Schans. Alternatively, taste Dutch Herring on a guided walking tour or take a cycling tour.
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
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Day 15 - Amsterdam > Paris
Travel by high-speed train to Paris, and spend three nights at a luxurious city hotel.
Meals Included: Breakfast
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Day 16 - Paris
FreechoiceDiscover Paris on a guided tour or marvel at the exhibits at the world-renowned Louvre.
Meals Included: Breakfast
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Day 17 - Paris
You have a free day today so follow your heart through Paris. Your Tour Director is on hand to help you plan.
Freechoice DiningTonight, savour delicious cuisine at the Brasserie on the 1st floor of the Eiffel Tower. Alternatively, take in dinner and a show at the world-famous Lido.
Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner
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Day 18 - Paris
After breakfast, farewell Paris, taking the many wonderful memories you have made with you.
Meals Included: Breakfast
