Holiday Magic from Berlin to Budapest

Arrival to Berlin

Welcome to the great capital of Germany and the center of European economy - Berlin! 

Upon arrival, you are met by your private driver, who transfers you to your hotel for the check-in. The rest of the day is at your own leisure to relax after the trip. Alternatively, you can choose one of our carefully planned optional tours.

Berlin City Tour

After breakfast at your hotel, meet your private guide in the lobby and explore the capital of Germany on a 3-hour walking city tour and see the main Berlin highlights from the Berlin Wall to the Brandenburg Gate, from the site of Hitler's bunker to the Reichstag parliament building (no entrances included).

During the tour, you discover Checkpoint Charlie, the site where the Stasi and CIA spied on each other. You hear the amazing stories surrounding this Cold War crossing point.

You walk across the final battlefield of World War II and find out how the peculiar events surround the Reichstag. You explore the Memorial to the Murdered Jews of Europe and get the inside story behind the incredible controversy surrounding it.

When passing the Berlin Wall you learn the secret history of why it went up and how Berlin was divided overnight. You also visit Berlin's spectacular new government quarter and get a feel for the contemporary face of the city and its development since the fall of the Wall.

You have the afternoon and evening at leisure and can continue exploring Berlin on your own, or join one of our optional tours.

➤ Firebird recommends: Enjoy the Historic City Cruise to explore Berlin from water side or visit the Christmas Garden at the Botanical Garden to get amazed by colorful festive illuminations integrated into nature.

Christmas Tour at Gendarmenmarkt

Following breakfast at your hotel, meet your private guide and embark on a tour that definitely helps catch the Christmas spirit!

You take a short public transport ride to reach one of the most beautiful squares in Berlin settled between the impressive Deutscher Dom (German Church), Französischer Dom (French Cathedral) and Konzerthaus (Concert Hall). Together with your guide, you enjoy the special atmosphere of Christmas Gendarmenmarkt that is believed to be the most atmospheric one in Berlin. As a special treat, you taste traditional Christmas delicacies - classic mulled wine and a ginger cake. After the tour you return back to your hotel or, if you wish, spend more time exploring the Christmas Market.

Please note: The Christmas Gendarmenmarkt is open from November 26 to December 31.

Train to Munich

After breakfast and check-out, you are met by your private driver in the hotel lobby and transferred to the train station, where you take a 4-hour train to Munich.

Please note: you may extend your stay in Berlin and set off on a day trip to explore the magnificent Christmas Market in Dresden. Contact your travel specialist for the details.

Arrival

Upon arrival, you walk to your centrally-located hotel located within walking distance from the station.After check-in the rest of the evening is free for you to enjoy winter Munich on your own. Alternatively, you can choose one of our carefully planned optional tours.

➤ Firebird recommends:Travel through Munich on a Christmas Tram or take advantage of the winter season and try winter outdoor activities & sports like sledding or skiing in Munich Olympic Park

Munich City Tour with Visit to Christmas Market

After breakfast you meet your private guide and go on a fascinating 4-hour tour of Munich's beautiful old town to get an insight into the city's turbulent 850 year history.

With its exuberant atmosphere and vitality, Munich is one of Europe's great cultural centers. Munich’s elegant Maximilian Street offers views at the Bavarian Parliament, Deutsches Museum, Royal Palace and the Opera House. In the ancient part of the town the world-famous Hofbrauhaus, the medieval town gates and the colourful open air market Viktualienmarkt are waiting for you. You also pass by Theatiner Church, Hall of Generals (Feldherrnhalle), and House of Arts, the Bavarian National Museum and the Angel of Peace.

The special part of your tour is a visit to the heart of the city - Marienplatz (St. Mary's Square) where the traditional Christmas Market is annually held. It is believed that the roots of the market go back into the 14th century. Here you will find all the classical attributes of the main winter holiday such as handmade souvenirs, delightful snacks, and an enormous Christmas tree. A guided visit to the main Christmas Market in Bavaria is a great way to hear local fairy tales, customs, and traditions and finally get closer to the rich Bavarian culture!

After the tour you return to your hotel and have the rest of the day at leisure.

Please note: the Christmas Market on Marienplatz is open from November 27 to December 24.

Departure

After breakfast and check-out, your private driver will meet you in the hotel lobby and transfer you to the train station for your onward journey to Vienna.

Arrival

Upon arrival to the European capital of music, you check in to the hotel in the very heart of the city.

The rest of the day is free for you to either relax or start exploring glorious Vienna on your own.

Vienna Sightseeing

Following breakfast at the hotel, your guide takes you on a 4-hour walking tour through the downtown area of Vienna.

You start at the State Opera House and walk through the Kärntnerstrasse, a shopping street in the pedestrian zone of the city centre, to St. Stephen’s Cathedral. You continue your walk along the Graben und the Kohlmarkt, a very exquisite shopping area, to Imperial Palace Hofburg, the former winter residence of the Habsburgs. It now houses the Imperial Apartments, Sisi Museum, Imperial Silver Chamber, Austrian National Library and much more.

The next on your list is Ring avenue with its numerous magnificent buildings, such as the Museums of Fine Art and National History, the Parliament and the Burgtheater, to name a few. During the tour you also see Neuer Markt and the Capuchin monastery.

The next on your list is Neo-Gothic City Hall and Viennese Christmas Market set on a square in front of it. During advent season the City Hall Square is beautifully turned into a magical place with Christmas decorations, illumination, crafts and delicacies. On Saturdays and Sundays you have a chance here to listen to choirs singing famous carols. As a special treat you taste traditional Christmas delicacies - classic mulled wine and a ginger cake.

After the tour you return to your hotel and have the rest of the day free. 

Schonbrunn Palace & Vienna Woods Exploration

After breakfast your guide and driver take you on a 4-hour touring program around the most significant sites within the boundaries and in the surrounding area of Vienna.

During the tour you explore the Vienna Woods, which are the most eastern foothills of the Alps. You enjoy a stunning view over the city and Danube River from Kahlenberg, the highest hill in the city.

Then you drive through the wine area in the foot of the Vienna Woods, the town of Grinzing, and learn why Vienna is called the 'Wine-Growing Capital of the World'.

Next on your list is the magnificent Schonbrunn Palace, the former summer royal residence, that gives you a historical impression of the glorious imperial times. A highlight is a guided inside visit to the showrooms of the Palace.

After the tour you return to your hotel in Vienna. The rest of the day is free.

Departure
Following breakfast you check out from the hotel and depart from Vienna.

Arrival

Welcome to Christmas Budapest! Upon arrival, you check in to your centrally-located hotel. The rest of the day is free to have a good rest. 

Budapest Walking City Tour with Christmas Market Visit

Enjoy a 4-hour guided walking tour around the main Budapest attractions, with a festive twist for the holiday season. Start by visiting the Opera House, followed by a short ride on the Millennium metro. Walk through Heroes' Square and City Park to see the splendid Vajdahunyad Castle, and stroll along Andrassy Boulevard to admire the beautiful St. Stephen's Basilica.

Then, head to the Danube River embankment, offering breathtaking views of Gellert and Buda Hills. After crossing the Chain Bridge, explore the charming Buda Castle District with time to wander its cobbled streets and explore the exteriors of the Royal Castle. Entry fees for public transport with your guide are included.

During the tour, you’ll visit the Matthias Church and Fisherman's Bastion in the Castle District, and enjoy the magical atmosphere of Budapest’s Christmas Market, where you can browse seasonal stalls filled with handcrafted gifts, festive foods, and warm beverages.  

Budapest Cruise & Folk Night

Today you have a free day to explore a Christmas Budapest on your own. After breakfast you can do some independent sightseeing, shop for souvenirs or have a good rest.

In the evening, experience an hour-long Hungarian Folk Entertainment on the Danube River in Budapest during a popular evening cruise. The Folk Dinner Cruise program includes dinner served at your private table. Enjoy a delightful meal and live entertainment while cruising past the iconic landmarks of Budapest, beautifully illuminated by evening lights. 

Please note that the cruise is not available on December 25–26 and December 31.

Departure

As your Christmas holiday comes to the end, enjoy a final breakfast before we take you to the airport.

We wish you a Merry Christmas and a joyful holiday season! Hope to see you again soon!