Indulge your senses by exploring the best of Central Europe’s festive market scene on this eight-day adventure. Feel the bustling energy of Munich’s charismatic Christmas markets, savour the smell of spicy festive delights in Salzburg, see the sights of vibrant Vienna and take a therapeutic soak in the thermal baths of Budapest. Meander from stall to stall, discovering new sights, sounds, flavours and fashions.
Festivals and events
Tour Type
Small Group TourSmall group tours usually have 8-12 participants and maximum up to 18 travelers
With the help of great partners, we offer you to taste the various products of Hungary.
Let it be meat, jam, fruit or vegetables, chocolate or coffee, we can take you to the nicest places in the downtown. We visit markets to sample traditional ingredients as well as bio products. During the tour you can taste soup, the soul of Magyar cuisine, artisan ice-cream and hard candy at a family run business. Chocolate specialities will make your mouth water and great coffee awaits you at historical places. Ideal before and after lunch.
Surely, you have heard of Goulash (we actually spell it Gulyás), paprika and maybe pálinka. They are basics in traditional Hungarian cuisine, of course. We usually start a “proper lunch” with soup, but did you know we also have several vegetable and fruit soups we enjoy in summer? Hungarians do use a considerable amount of paprika but it`s not necessarily hot and you can also get paprika paste sweet or spicy… And besides the strong pálinka spirit “which can virtually be made of any fruit jam is made of” – as a funny saying goes, there are quality wines and artisan beers accompanying a dish.
The latest revolution in Budapest has been a more quiet but more enduring one, the “culinary revolution” of the last 6-8 years. So there is a wide range of products and places you can choose from.
It’s the most wonderful time of year, particularly when its set in some of Central Europe’s prettiest and most historic cities. Get in the Christmas spirit exploring festive markets in cities decorated in full Christmas splendour, browsing local handicrafts from traditional wooden stalls, sampling delicious regional specialties and taking in endless winter scenes along the way. Indulge your senses in intoxicating Budapest, browse Austrian handicrafts hopping between Graz’s 14 charming markets, and be immersed in spectacular winter scenery in Ljubljana and fairy-tale like Lake Bled. Finish up in Zagreb, which transforms into a magical illuminated wonderland for its month-long Advent festival.
City sightseeing
Tour Type
Small Group TourSmall group tours usually have 8-12 participants and maximum up to 18 travelers
This tour was so much fun. Learnt a lot, met a lot of new friends, and had a ton of fun. Would highly recommend this tour, and to travel through Europe in general.
Cultural, religious and historic sites
Tour Type
Group Tour
Accommodation
Hotel, Hostel, Resort
Age Range
18-35 yrs
Operated in
english
Destinations
Paris, London, Amsterdam, Berlin
Paris, London, Amsterdam, Berlin, Prague, Vienna, Krakow, Budapest, Ljubljana, Venice, Rome, Florence, Swiss Alps
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"The tour was amazing
We had a lot of fun
Mira was so nice and helped us a lot"
Walking toursSightseeing Tours
Tour Type
Small Group TourSmall group tours usually have 8-12 participants and maximum up to 18 travelers
Accommodation
Hotel
Age Range
1-99 yrs
Operated in
English
Destinations
Mostar, Budapest, Vienna, Tirana
Mostar, Budapest, Vienna, Tirana, Bratislava, Kotor, Belgrade, Shkoder, Sarajevo, Novi Sad, Kruje, Berat, Ioannina, Prizren, Ohrid, Meteora, Gjirokaster, Subotica, Athens
"I recently embarked on the ""Tour of Enchanting Balkans"" from Tirana to Dubrovnik/Split, and it was an absolutely unforgettable experience! From start to finish, this 8-day adventure was filled with awe-inspiring landscapes, rich cultural experiences, and the perfect blend of history and modern charm.
Our knowledgeable guide Besa made the journey even more special by sharing fascinating insights into the region's history, traditions, and local stories."
Art and architecture
Tour Type
Small Group TourSmall group tours usually have 8-12 participants and maximum up to 18 travelers
Accommodation
Hotel
Age Range
1-99 yrs
Operated in
English
Destinations
Mostar, Budapest, Vienna, Buchar
Mostar, Budapest, Vienna, Bucharest, Tirana, Kotor, Belgrade, Shkoder, Sarajevo, Novi Sad, Kruje, Prizren, Bratislava, Subotica
Discover Budapest during this four-hour, private walking tour. The best part of this trip is that it can be completely tailored to your interests. Meet your tour guide at your hotel in Budapest at a pre-determined time and head out to see the hidden gems as well as the most beautiful sights of the capital.
Learn more about the tumultuous history of this city from your tour guide. Enjoy the pleasant atmosphere and beautiful parks that this city is known for. You might want to see the amazing Széchenyi Bath and the picturesque Vajdahunyad Castle. How about taking the first subway line in continental Europe to see the gorgeous Hungarian State Opera?
Budapest is home to the splendid Saint Stephen’s Basilica, the second-largest church in Hungary. Then there is Castle Hill, whose key attractions include Buda Castle, the 700-year-old Matthias Church and Fisherman’s Bastion with its seven towers and terraces overlooking Pest and the Danube.
You might want to take a public bus from the Castle District to Gellért Hill, where the legend of Bishop Gellért still lives. The top of Gellért Hill offers a spectacular panorama of the city. While heading down the hill, you will encounter the Art Nouveau architecture of the Gellért baths. Do not miss out on the Great Market Hall, the largest indoor market in the city.
Take advantage of this unique tour during your Budapest stay. If you have any queries, please click on the "Make An Enquiry" button on the top right of this page. We will get back to you as soon as possible.
DO NOT GO ON THIS TRIP if you're not ok with joining a group that has already been happily travelling together for a week. This is NOT a standalone trip, you're joining partway through on the European Trail.
Sightseeing Tours
Tour Type
Group Tour
Accommodation
Hostel, Resort, Hotel
Age Range
18-35 yrs
Operated in
english
Destinations
Paris, London, Vienna, Florence
Paris, London, Vienna, Florence, Swiss Alps, Krakow, Budapest, Ljubljana, Venice, Rome
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Budapest has celebrated Christmas for a thousand years, since the reign of St. Stephen, the king who founded Hungary and encouraged the spread of Christianity throughout his realm. As you ramble through the Christmas Market on Vörösmarty Square, admiring the handmade porcelain, stop to watch as kürtos kalács (a pastry) is baked on rods over an open fire and then coated with sugar before it’s handed to you.
In Bratislava, where a lively young art scene is revitalizing the compact city core, stalls abound with traditional Slovakian Christmas items such as medovníky (spiced ginger cookies) and šúpolie (figurines made from corn husks). Experience Uniworld’s exclusive “Taste of Christmas” program in the heart of Vienna during the day.
Glorious baroque architecture, delightful concerts and ravishing scenery will make this Christmas season unforgettable as you sail through the holidays on the Danube.
Please note that most Christmas Markets in Europe end their season on the 23rd of December and will not be available after that date.
CruiseChristmas markets
Tour Type
Cruise Tour
Accommodation
Ship Cabin
Age Range
2-99 yrs
Operated in
English
Destinations
Budapest, Passau, Linz, Wachau V
Budapest, Passau, Linz, Wachau Valley, Vienna, Danube, Munich