Highlights
This trip takes you to a variety of Christmas markets across central Europe. Contrast the various traditions, cuisines and of course, mulled wine, in several amazing cities.
Hungary’s intoxicating capital becomes even more magical when draped in fairy-lights and dusted with snow at Christmastime. Try delicious local specialties like chimney cakes and potato dumplings at its main market at Vorosmarty Square.
Why settle for one Christmas market when you could have 14? Visit Graz’s main market at Hauptplatz Square, then make your way through as many as you wish.
Bled’s fairy tale-like scenery – which includes an 11th-century cliff-top castle, a stunning lake and a picturesque island topped with a church – is a dream to explore. See it for yourself.
Zagreb transforms into a glorious illuminated winter wonderland during its month-long Advent Festival. Spend two days savouring the sights, taking in acres of fairy-lights, huge Christmas trees, nativity scenes, ice-rinks, mulled wine stalls and igloo-shaped rakija (a potent local drop) bars.
Itinerary
Step into a winter wonderland with the "Europe Christmas Markets: Budapest to Zagreb" tour, an enchanting 8-day city sightseeing trip through Hungary, Slovenia, and Croatia. Perfect for anyone seeking a festive getaway, this easy-paced journey whisks you from the dazzling lights of Budapest’s holiday stalls to the fairy-tale charm of Zagreb’s Advent festival. Immerse yourself in the rich traditions of Graz’s 14 unique markets, savor regional treats, and wander Ljubljana’s picturesque winter streets. From historic architecture to sparkling lakeside scenes at Bled, every day brings festive delights and local specialties. The USP? You’ll capture the holiday spirit amid some of Central Europe’s most storied cities, making it the ultimate seasonal trip for lovers of culture, cuisine, and Christmas magic.
day 1Budapest
Szia! Welcome to Budapest, Hungary's intoxicating capital. Make your own way to the hotel, where your trip begins with a 6 pm welcome meeting. There are no planned activities for today, but if you arrive early, there is plenty to do and see. This historic city, complete with hilltop castle overlooking the Danube, is beautiful any time of the year, but it becomes even more magical at Christmas time when it's draped in lights and dusted with snow. Perhaps get a first impression of the city on an afternoon stroll, taking in its charming mix of Roman, Gothic and Turkish architecture, or head to Fishermen’s Bastion – a white-stoned, seven-towered structure that looks straight from a fairy tale – for the best view of Budapest. After your important evening meeting, perhaps head out with your new travel buddies and tour leader for dinner, then take a night walk along the Danube River to see the surrounding buildings and bridges lit up in lights. Not to be missed are Budapest's funky 'ruin pubs'.
day 2Budapest
day 3Graz
day 4Ljubljana
day 5Bled / Ljubljana
day 6Zagreb
day 7Mt Medvednica / Zagreb
day 8Zagreb
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