Vienna Christmas Markets

Depart for Vienna. You will be met by our local representative in the arrivals area of the airport before being transferred to your hotel.

Today;s half day excursion brings you on a guided tour of the city, including a visit to the magnificent Schonbrunn Palace, the summer residence of Empress Sisi (entrance fee included) as well as passing some of the most important sights of Vienna including the Hofburg, former Imperial winter residence and scene of the Vienna Congress; the Ringstrasse, with its magnificent buildings such as the Vienna State Opera House and the Votiv Church to name but a few.

In the afternoon you will be free for shopping and sightseeing of your choice. Speak with your guide the previous day to see what they would recommend for you to do.

You will have today free for shopping in the Christmas markets and sightseeing of your choice. Why not take a trip to the Kunsthistorisches Museum, where you can view works by Raphael, Caravaggio, Brueghel, Bosch and many more celebrated artists.

Alternatively, today you will have the option to partake in the optional excursion to Bratislava. After meeting out guide in the hotel you will be transferred to Vienna port to take the Twin City Liner. Enjoy the beautiful views along the Danube as you arrive at the compact city of Bratislava. The city is small and best explored on foot as you enjoy a guided walking tour, take in the gorgeous old town which has maintained its Gothic-Baroque style. From Michael's Gate you will take a leisurely stroll through the historic city centre where you can admire sights such as the Primatial Palace and St. Martin's Cathedral, a former coronation cathedral for Hungarian kings, as well as the Academia Istropolitana, the oldest university of the city, which dates back to the 15th century. Afterwards you will have some free to explore the beautiful Christmas markets in Bratislava before returning to Vienna via boat.

Pick up and drop off included from our hotel, duration 8 hours.

Minimum numbers apply for the operation of this tour. 

Please note the Optional excursion to Bratislava will not take place during the 15 November tour. 

The end has come to your delightful Viennese Christmas market break. Today your guide will assist you as you are transferred by coach from your hotel to the airport for your flight home.