Christmas in Austria

We recommend to start your day in the first district with it’s beautiful and historical buildings. Maybe look on the Kärntner Strasse, the exclusive shopping street in Vienna, the elegant Kohlmarkt with its high-caliber boutiques only a few steps away from the St. Stephan’s cathedral, or the luxurious “Golden Quarter” with the flagship stores of international designer labels. Have a break in one of the typical Viennese coffeehouses and enjoy it with a cup of Viennese coffee & Sacher or Apfelstrudel.

In the afternoon visit Schönbrunn Palace and enjoy the Christmas spirit at one of the most famous landmarks here in Vienna. Approx. 60 exhibitors present handicrafts and original gifts, such as hand-made Christmas decorations, mangers or objects made of natural materials which can of course also be purchased. The fragrance of fresh Christmas bakery, biscuits, and hot punch also contributes to the atmosphere and feeling of Christmas.

Christmas carols, gospels, and spirituals are performed by choirs, brass bands and music groups on the stage in front of the Christmas tree. Overnight stay in Vienna.

Continuation to Mozart town Salzburg. Spend the afternoon at leisure. Overnight stay in Salzburg.

See all the important sights of Salzburg on a round trip. In comfortable coaches, you can enjoy an informative city commentary in 9 languages (channel 1-9). With 12 convenient stops, your Hop on Hop Off tour will inform you about the major "Sound of Music" movie locations or the true story of the Von Trapp Family.

Afterwards, you will visit the attractive Christmas market in front of Salzburg’s magnificent cathedral. Christmas carols, gospels, and spirituals are performed by choirs, brass bands and music groups on the stage in front of the Christmas tree.

Every year the inhabitants of Salzburg, as well as around 1 million visitors from all over the world, come to admire the beautiful Christmas wonderland. For refreshment enjoy a snack of your choice, e.g. a roasted sausage or oven potato, with a warming drink. As a souvenir, you will receive Christmas chocolates and a special mug from the Christmas market. Overnight stay in Salzburg.

Continuation to the capital of the Alps: Innsbruck. Visit the magical Christmas Market in Innsbruck where numerous stalls invite to stroll around and maybe buy a gift, enjoy a drink of hot tea or the stronger "Glühwein" (hot mulled wine) or try some of the spicy and sweet Christmas food. Christmas carols, gospels, and spirituals are performed by choirs, brass bands and music groups on the stage in front of the Christmas tree. Overnight stay in Innsbruck.

Travel today to the multifaceted Swarovski Crystal World with its sparkling exhibits. This fascinating attraction combines installations by famous contemporary artists with a chance to buy some of their outstanding products, including many collectors’ items.

Continue your day with a ride on the cable car up the Nordketten, from where you have stunning views of the mountain scenery and the city below. You have the possibility to visit the ‘highest’ Christmas Market which offers culinary delights and a wide range of Christmas souvenirs. From here you can hop aboard the panoramic cable car and continue up to the Seegrube and even further up to the Hafelekar at 2.256 m. Overnight stay in Innsbruck.

Check out and transfer from Innsbruck to the Munich airport.