Magical Christmas Markets, Vienna & Prague
Overview
A trip to Vienna & Prague Christmas markets is one of the most magical winter experiences in Europe—think glowing lights, mulled wine, historic squares and a storybook atmosphere in two very different styles.
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Locations
- Austria
- Vienna
- Czech Republic
- Prague
Inclusions
- Round-trip flights to Vienna
- 7 nights of accommodation in selected category, including buffet breakfast daily.
- Private airport transfers, arrival and departure in Vienna
- Train tickets, 2nd Class, Vienna – Prague – Vienna
- More Moments activities:
- 72-hour Vienna city card
- Private guided walking tour of Vienna’s historic Old Town, including visits to the Christmas markets with a local guide, followed by coffee and Sacher cake in a traditional Viennese coffeehouse (approx. 2 hours)
- Regular guided tour by coach in Vienna, including entrance to Schönbrunn Palace (approx. 3 hours)
- Schönbrunn Palace Christmas market voucher for 1 hot drink and 1 souvenir mug
- Prague 24-hour Hop-On Hop-Off pass
- Prague Private Christmas Markets Walking tour (approx. 3 hours)
- Afternoon tea at a traditional Art Nouveau Café
- Day trip to Cesky Krumlov from Prague (approx. 11 hours)
- Earn extra Aeroplan® points per member on this tour
Itinerary
Day 1
Depart Canada
Depart on your flight to Vienna.
Day 2 - 4
Welcome to Vienna and Austria
Upon arrival take a private transfer to your hotel, where you will spend the next 3 nights.
Experience Vienna’s elegance through over 20 markets, including Rathausplatz, Schönbrunn Palace Market and Spittelberg Market. Enjoy classical music, cozy cafes, mulled wine and gingerbread cookies.
More Moments Activities Included
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72-hour Vienna city card
The Vienna City Card is your ticket for metro and bus. Benefits also await you in many museums, for sightseeing, at theatres and concerts, when shopping and in restaurants.
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Private guided walking tour of Vienna’s historic Old Town, including visits to the Christmas markets with a local guide, followed by coffee and Sacher cake in a traditional Viennese coffeehouse (approx. 2 hours)
Walk through the First District (Innere Stadt), beautifully enhanced by the festive atmosphere of its traditional Christmas markets. Your journey begins at the grand Vienna State Opera, one of the world’s most celebrated opera houses. From there, stroll along the lively Kärntner Strasse, where tradition meets modern elegance, and enjoy the enchanting Christmas market stalls. Continue to the breathtaking St. Stephen’s Cathedral, surrounded by one of the city’s most atmospheric Christmas markets. Wander through narrow cobblestone lanes and picturesque squares to the impressive Hofburg Palace. Along the way, visit selected Christmas markets in the First District. Your guide will bring history to life with stories of emperors, empresses, and Vienna’s golden age. Pass by the world-famous Spanish Riding School, the elegant Albertina Museum, and Michaelerplatz, where Roman ruins meet Baroque grandeur. As the tour concludes, enjoy a relaxing coffee break in a charming café on Kärntner Strasse. Savour a cup of freshly brewed coffee accompanied by a slice of traditional cake, such as the famous Sachertorte.
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Regular guided tour by coach in Vienna, including entrance to Schönbrunn Palace (approx. 3 hours)
Enjoy a city tour along the Ringstrasse with its imposing buildings like the Vienna State Opera, the Hofburg, the Art History Museum, the Natural History Museum, the Parliament, the City Hall and the National Theatre. A highlight of this round-trip is a visit to Schönbrunn Palace, which was the summer residence of the Imperial Court.
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Schönbrunn Palace Christmas market voucher for 1 hot drink and 1 souvenir mug
The Ehrenhof courtyard of Schönbrunn Palace will once again be transformed into a magical world of festive delights. Countless twinkling lights, 90 lovingly decorated stalls, and a rich variety of traditional crafts and regional culinary specialties create a truly unique holiday atmosphere. This year, guests can also look forward to exciting new attractions that add fresh highlights to the market. The vouchers can be redeemed at all stands that sell food and drinks (approx. 30).
Meal(s): Breakfast
Day 5 - 7
Vienna - Prague
Today depart for Prague, make your own way to the train station in Vienna. Upon arrival in Prague make your own way to your hotel where you’ll spend 3 nights
Step into Prague’s fairytale atmosphere and explore markets set in Gothic squares with castle views, like Old Town Square, Wenceslas Square and Prague Castle Market. Sip mulled wine and sample goulash, sausages and chimney cake.
More Moments Activities Included
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Prague 24-hour Hop-On Hop-On pass
Discover one of the most beautiful cities in Europe during a Hop-On Hop-Off Prague bus tour,, complete with audio guides available in several languages.
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Prague private Christmas markets walking tour (approx. 3 hours)
Begin in Republic Square, where the first market is located. From here, continue along Na Přikopě shopping street to the main square, Wenceslas Square for a large Christmas market. Then proceed to Havelská Street, home to Prague's oldest market, founded in 1232 and open every day, all year round. During the Christmas season, they also sell Christmas decorations, souvenirs, chocolates, cookies, and other items. Continue to the famous Charles Bridge, one of Prague's iconic landmarks, where you’ll stop for photos. .Return to the city center, to Old Town Square, home to Prague's most famous and beautiful Christmas market and its main Christmas tree. Our tour ends in this square, where you can buy souvenirs, enjoy mulled wine or other typical Czech drinks, eat sausages, try roast Czech ham, and soak up the festive atmosphere.
Approx. 3 hours
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Afternoon tea at a traditional Art Nouveau Café
A refined experience combining historic elegance with a curated menu, including savoury snacks (cucumber/salmon sandwiches) and sweet pastries (scones, linz sticks) served on an etagere with premium tea.
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Day trip to Český Krumlov from Prague
Be charmed by buildings with discernible Gothic, Renaissance and Baroque architectural styles. Learn about the Rožmberk, Eggenberg and Schwarzenberg noble families. The charming Christmas market here is great place to enjoy gastronomic offerings, shop for Christmas-themed souvenirs and enjoy cultural performances.
Approx. 11 hours
Meal(s): Breakfast
Day 8
Return to Vienna
Make your own way to the train station and board your train back to Vienna. Upon arrival make your own way to your hotel where you’ll spend your last night.
Enjoy the remainder of your day in Vienna and don’t forget your last-minute Christmas shopping.
Meal(s): Breakfast
Day 9
Return home
Time to say goodbye to Vienna. You will be picked up from your hotel by our driver who will take you to the airport.
Meal(s): Breakfast
Accommodations
Where you'll stay
4-Star accommodation
Location
Hotel
Room details
Additional fees might apply.
The hotels listed below are presented as examples for your reference only. Where “or similar” is indicated, guests will stay at a hotel of the same star rating. The hotel accommodations will be communicated to the consumer or travel agent prior to departure.
Room occupancy: Maximum 3 people (2 adults + 1 child)
Important Information
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November 25, 2026 – December 19, 2026
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Not included:
- Meals, unless specified
- Transfers to and from excursion meeting and drop off points
- Additional activities and excursions, entrance fees
- Personal expenses and insurance
- Porterage
- Hotel/city taxes
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- Private airport transfers
- Train, 2nd Class
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The order of the itinerary could vary including the number of consecutive nights per city, days of excursions and times are confirmed with final confirmation and itinerary. This itinerary is for reference only.
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Local hotel / city taxes , if applicable, paid locally to hotel in local currency.
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Check in: 3:00 p.m.
Check out: 12:00 p.m.