2020 Budapest > Amsterdam

A festive tradition

Europe at Christmas transforms into a happy hive of activity as markets spring to life in every town and market square.

From charming villages to great cultural centres, you can look forward to the hum and buzz of Christmas as treats, toys, charms and trinkets of every description come out in a joyful display. In many places, the delicacies and decorations still honour age-old traditions, and you’d be forgiven for wondering whether you’ve somehow stepped back in time with the ‘Ghost of Christmas Past’.

Tour Code:: CHMA
Duration:: 15 days
Departure City:: Budapest
Return City:: Amsterdam

Selected Itinerary

15 Day Itinerary

Day 1 - Budapest

Welcome to Budapest. Toast the marvellous journey ahead of you at this evening’s welcome reception.

Meals Included: Dinner
Day 2 - Budapest

Freechoice

Explore 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
Day 3 - Vienna

Relax on board your Scenic Space-Ship and enjoy the many splendid vistas as you cruise the beautiful Danube.

Enrich

Breathe 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
Day 4 - Vienna

Freechoice

Take 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
Day 5 - Dürnstein > Melk

Freechoice

Enjoy a guided bike ride from Dürnstein to Melk or be guided through Melk’s Benedictine Abbey. Alternatively, visit a Schnapps producer and sample some of the many flavours on offer.

Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Day 6 - Passau > Salzburg

Enrich

Let 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
Day 7 - Regensburg

Enjoy a walking tour of this fabulous city including its well-preserved medieval centre.

Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Day 8 - Nuremberg

Welcome to this captivating Bavarian city, dating back to the 11th century.

Freechoice

Take a walking tour of this fascinating city, or visit moving WWII sites or take a gingerbread baking class.

Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Day 9 - Bamberg

Explore the old town of Bamberg with a local guide.

Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Day 10 - Würzburg

Freechoice

Take 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
Day 11 - Miltenberg

Freechoice

Visit the 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, be introduced to a Baron and Baroness and gain an understanding of how they celebrate the Christmas period or opt to visit a local Schnapps producer and toast to the festive season while sampling some of the many flavours that are on offer. You also have the opportunity to meet a local farming family and taste some of their home made produce.

Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
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
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
Day 14 - Amsterdam

Freechoice

Experience 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
Day 15 - Amsterdam

Depart today after breakfast, taking wonderful memories with you.

Meals Included: Breakfast