Christmas in Eastern Europe: Zagreb to Budapest

Christmas in Eastern Europe: Zagreb to Budapest

• Trip code: 4L3X023
• Dauer: 7
• Stil: Classic

Europe’s stunning architecture and charming cobblestone streets are legendary — but add twinkling lights, festive market stalls, and the scent of mulled wine in the air, and you’ve got pure magic. Hop from city to city on this immersive seven-day journey through Europe’s most enchanting Christmas markets, where the holiday spirit fills every square and every sip of warm spiced cider feels like a celebration.

Übersicht

Accommodation

Hotels (6 nts)

Checklist

Documents:
• Flight info (required) (Printouts of e-tickets may be required at the border)
• Insurance info (required) (With photocopies)
• Passport (required) (With photocopies)
• Vouchers and pre-departure information (required)
• Visas or vaccination certificates (With photocopies)

Essentials:
• Toiletries (required) (Shampoo, bodywash, soap, etc.)
• Binoculars (optional)
• Camera (With extra memory cards and batteries)
• Cash, credit and debit cards
• Day pack (Used for daily excursions or short overnights)
• Ear plugs
• First-aid kit (should contain lip balm with sunscreen, sunscreen, whistle, Aspirin, Ibuprofen, bandaids/plasters, tape, anti-histamines, antibacterial gel/wipes, antiseptic cream, Imodium or similar tablets for mild cases of diarrhea, rehydration powder, water purification tablets or drops, insect repellent, sewing kit, extra prescription drugs you may be taking)
• Flashlight/torch (Headlamps are ideal)
• Fleece top/sweater
• Footwear
• Hat
• Locks for bags
• Long pants/jeans
• Moneybelt
• Outlet adapter
• Personal entertainment (Reading and writing materials, cards, music player, etc.)
• Reusable water bottle
• Shirts/t-shirts
• Sleepwear
• Small travel towel
• Sunglasses
• Swimwear
• Watch and alarm clock
• Waterproof backpack cover
• Windproof rain jacket

Health & Safety:
• Hand sanitizer (required)
• Face masks (Clients will be only be required to wear a face mask where it is mandated by local regulations.)
• Pen (Please bring your own pen for filling out documents.)

Group Leader

CEO (Chief Experience Officer) throughout

Group Size Notes

Max 16, avg 12

Introduction

Europe’s stunning architecture and charming cobblestone streets are legendary — but add twinkling lights, festive market stalls, and the scent of mulled wine in the air, and you’ve got pure magic. Hop from city to city on this immersive seven-day journey through Europe’s most enchanting Christmas markets, where the holiday spirit fills every square and every sip of warm spiced cider feels like a celebration

Meals Included

6 Frühstück

Meal Budget

Plane USD255-335 für nicht inbegriffene Mahlzeiten ein

Optional Activities

Budapest
- Besichtigung von Schloss Buda (1500HUF pro Person)
- Besuch in den Thermalbädern (4200-5000HUF pro Person)
- Ungarisches Nationalmuseum (1600HUF pro Person)
- Besuch im Parlamentsgebäude (5200HUF pro Person)

Start / Finish

Zagreb nach Budapest

What's Included

Dein Welcome-Moment: Anreise und Begrüßungstreffen
Dein Discover-Moment: Budapest. Zagreb Christmas Markets visit. Orientation walk in Ljubljana. Ljubljana Christmas Market visit. Orientation walk in Graz. Graz Christmas Market visit. CEO-led sightseeing tour of Budapest. Budapest Christmas Market visit. All transport between destinations and to/from included activities

Highlights

Visit some of Europe's oldest and most iconic Christmas markets, Travel by train across four different countries, Enjoy free time in Zagreb and Budapest for individual exploration of these vibrant cities, See Eastern Europe in all of its festive glory,

Transport

Train, private vehicle, public transport, taxi, walking

Internationale Flüge

Check-in-Zeiten und Freigepäck/Einschränkungen können je nach Fluggesellschaft variieren und sich jederzeit ändern. Für die aktuellsten Informationen zu deinem Flug wende dich bitte an deine Fluggesellschaft. Wir empfehlen Online-Check-in, um mögliche Verzögerungen am Flughafen zu vermeiden

Minimum Age

Um ohne Begleitperson mit G Adventures zu reisen, musst du mindestens 18 Jahre alt sein. Das Mindestalter für Kinder in Begleitung eines Erziehungsberechtigten (über 21) beträgt 12 Jahre

Itinerary

Day 1 Zagreb

Arrive at any time. After settling into your hotel, attend a welcome meeting in the evening with your CEO before heading out to see some of Zagreb's nearby sights en route to one of the city's Christmas Markets. Soak up the festive atmosphere and continue onwards for an optional dinner with the group

Day 2 Zagreb

Today is yours to explore. Discover Zagreb's many shops, museums and parks or visit some of the more than 25 Christmas markets spread across the city. Check out the different themes and bask in the jolly atmosphere in Croatia's lively capital

Day 3 Zagreb/Ljubljana

Enjoy a free morning in Zagreb for any last-minute sightseeing before boarding a train and travelling onward to Ljubljana, Slovenia. Settle in before exploring the town on foot with your CEO, ending at the local Christmas Market

Day 4 Ljubljana/Graz

Bid farewell to Ljubljana this morning before boarding a train to Graz, Austria. Set out with your CEO for a short orientation walk en route to the oldest Christmas Market in the area, surrounding the Franciscan church. Enjoy the Styrian arts and crafts, regional farm products, and hot punch and continue to another market in front of City Hall to see the beautiful Christmas tree and merry-go-round. The remainder of the day is free to continue exploring or try out a local restaurant for dinner

Day 5 Graz/Budapest

Climb aboard a train and travel across another border into Hungary, through the countryside to Budapest. After some time to settle in to the hotel, set off with your CEO on foot and by public transport to see some of the city's most iconic and historic landmarks. Finish off at the local Christmas markets in the evening and enjoy the rest of the evening at leisure

Day 6 Budapest

Today is yours to discover Budapest on your own. Perhaps return to the Christmas Markets, visit the halls of the famous Parliament, take a walk around the Fisherman's Bastion, or take a boat cruise along the Danube. Regroup in the evening for an optional final dinner with the group

Day 7 Budapest

Depart at any time

Detailed Itinerary

Day 1 Zagreb

Day 2 Zagreb

Welcome to Zagreb, the vibrant, culturally rich capital of Croatia known for historic palaces and cathedrals, a diverse culinary scene, and open air markets.

Day 3 Zagreb/Ljubljana

Ljubljana was named the European Green Capital in 2016 and boasts a mix of Baroque, Art Nouveau, and Art Deco architecture, nestled amongst lush green hills. Enjoy architect Jože Plečnik's vision, through picturesque bridges and the impressive Central Market

Day 4 Ljubljana/Graz

Graz is a charming and relatively undiscovered Austrian town where stunning Christmas markets await. At its heart is Hauptplatz, the medieval old town’s main square. Shops and restaurants line the narrow surrounding streets, which blend Renaissance and baroque architecture. A funicular leads up Schlossberg, the town hill, to the Uhrturm, a centuries-old clock tower. Across the River Mur, futuristic Kunsthaus Graz exhibits contemporary. If you're looking to shop, Eiserne Tor is the right place to be. This market is run exclusively by local charity organizations and the proceeds go to selected charity projects.

Day 5 Graz/Budapest

Day 6 Budapest

Day 7 Budapest