This tour is very unique in the fact that we travel by rail, coach, tram, boat and plane with our bilingual escort . The weather is beginning to turn cold so being able to dress up with hats, scarves, and gloves at the festive season is something some ladies have never done before. There may even be snow
The towns, shops and markets will be wonderfully decorated and there will be plenty of Christmas winter food to sample. The accommodations and restaurants are beautifully heated so normal clothes are fine inside. There are occasions for free time and your escort will be on hand with recommendations.

This is a land package and does not include international flights. We can arrange the best available airfare for you to suit your requirements. Please note the tour requires a minimum number to proceed (see below). The earlier you book the earlier we can confirm the tour is going ahead, and international flights can then be arranged.

SMALL GROUP SIZE

We like to keep our groups small. Our maximum group size is 12 and we require a minimum of 6 for the tour to proceed.

INCLUSIONS IN THE TOUR

Many meals are included (except drinks) in the itinerary indicated by (B) = Breakfast, (L) = Lunch and (D) = Dinner. We eat at traditional and interesting restaurants, with festive music and entertainment. Our hotel breakfast buffets have an array of European delicacies which will be ample to keep your energy sustained way until lunchtime. All transfers, tours and sightseeing as per the itinerary.

ACCOMMODATION

Our 4.5 - 5 star hotels have been personally chosen by us. They are well located to the festive markets, restaurants and sights of the cities visited. Some of the hotels are historic and combine old world charm with modern comforts.

TRAVELLING

We will be travelling by 1st class rail and coach. When using the rail you will be required to pull your own bag, we will be transfered by coach if the hotel is far away or it may be a short walk across the road from the station. Luggage with wheels is advisable. Most of the towns visited have cobbled streets so good walking shoes are advised. Some day tours will be with air-conditioned coaches from our hotels and other tours will be on foot in order to reach the markets.

ESCORT/GUIDES

A bilingual tour escort from Australia will depart with the group. She is well travelled and is there to help and assist with our unique tour and make it enjoyable for you. We will be looked after by expert local guides who are passionate about the cities they live in.

TIPPING

Approximately $100 per person. See our terms and conditions for further details.

CLOTHING

We recommend travelling light! Remember you will need room in your bag for all the special items you will find along the journey. Good walking shoes are a must as many of the streets are cobbled. A good coat/jacket and comfortable easy to wear clothing. At some of the dinner concerts there is a dress code so something special may be required. There are laundry services at all the hotels, and as we have a few days in each location you will be able to hadwash small items as you go along.

FITNESS

Due to the fact that most European cities have large pedestian areas, there will be a fair amount of walking. We recommend that you walk regularly leading up to the departure date. Also as the food is very delicious, you will need to counteract the extra calories that you will be easily enticed with!

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