Salzburg's Resplendent Christmas Markets

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Explore the magical Christmas markets of Salzburg, Austria on this enchanting December journey. Ride through the snows of the Austrian countryside on a horse-drawn carriage, marvel at the transformation of Schloss Hellbrunn into a winter wonderland of lights, and observe artisans creating delicacies, from glass to candles to chocolates.

Through it all, immerse yourself in the warmth, cheer, and merriment of the holiday season.

December 12 - 18, 2021
Salzburg, Austria

For additional details or to book Salzburg's Resplendent Christmas Markets, call 855-890-5298 or click here.

Trip highlights include:

  • Six-night stay in Salzburg's iconic Goldener Hirsch Hotel, a UNESCO World Heritage site

  • Learn how to make traditional Austrian desserts and pastries

  • Visit Christmas markets in multiple Austrian cities, including Salzburg, Hellbrunn, and Innsbruck

  • Take a horse-drawn sleigh ride through the snow-filled countryside

  • Attend a classic Christmas concert at the UNESCO World Heritage Mirabell Palace


The Itinerary

Day 1: Welcome to Austria
Arrive independently at the Goldener Hirsch Hotel
– Travel by funicular to the Hohensalzburg Christmas market, located in the Hohensalzburg Fortress
– Welcome reception and dinner
– Included Meals: Reception & Dinner

Day 2: Salzburg Christmas Market
– Guided tour of the Salzburg Christmas market, located at the foot of Hohensalzburg fortress and around the Cathedral of Salzburg
– Enjoy lunch at leisure before visiting the Nagy candle maker
– View a traditional glass blowing demonstration
– Dinner at local restaurant
– Included Meals: Breakfast & Dinner

Day 3: Christmas Cooking
– Learn how to make traditional Austrian foods, including the Apfelstrudel and the Vanillekiperl, a biscuit traditionally eaten during Christmas
– Group lunch in Salzburg
– Explore the Hellbrunner Adventzauber market and take a guided tour of Schloss Hellbrunn (fun fact: over 700 Christmas trees are festively decorated around the palace and the façade is transformed into a giant Advent calendar)
– Dinner at leisure in Salzburg
– Included Meals: Breakfast & Lunch

Day 4: Palaces and Crystals
– Two-hour drive through the charming Austrian countryside to the town of Innsbruck
– Guided tour of the Imperial Palace at Innsbruck
– Lunch at leisure in Innsbruck
– Guided tour of Swarovski Crystal Worlds, a dazzling wonderland created to honor Swarovski on its 100th anniversary
– Dinner at Daniels Kristallwelten at Swarovski Crystal Worlds
– Included Meals: Breakfast & Dinner

Day 5: Christmas Comes Alive
– Guided tour of the Christmas Museum in Salzburg
– Group lunch, followed by an afternoon at leisure in Salzburg
– Attend a classical Christmas concert in Mirabell Palace, a UNESCO World Heritage site
– Included Meals: Breakfast & Lunch

Day 6: Sleigh Bells Ring
– Visit a renowned chocolatier and learn how to make Mozart Balls, a famous Austrian treat
– Lunch at leisure
– Enjoy a sleigh ride through the winder wonderland that is the Austrian countryside
– Farewell reception and dinner
– Included Meals: Breakfast, Reception & Dinner

Day 7: Auf Wiedersehen
Individual flights home
– Included Meal: Breakfast


Lodging

Goldener Hirsch Hotel, a luxury property located in the heart of old town Salzburg, steeped in history, culture, music, and the arts. Built in 1407, the hotel marries a stately hunting lodge heritage with a grand, modern boutique hotel. Warmth infuses every corner of the hotel, including the bedrooms, where hand-painted fabrics are juxtaposed against modern amenities.


Pricing

$7,500/person based on double occupancy


Booking & Details

For additional details or to book Salzburg's Resplendent Christmas Markets, call 855-890-5298 or click here.

**Book with confidence. VERANDA and our travel partner, Academic Travel Abroad, are offering lenient cancellation policies during this unprecedented time. The health and safety of our travelers is our #1 priority and we are committed to upholding the highest safety standards while offering world-class hospitality.**

NOTE: Space is limited to 25 guests. Travelers to handle costs and logistics associated with airfare, airport transfers, meals, and activities that are not outlined in the above itinerary. Trip to be arranged by a third party operator: Academic Travel Abroad. Itinerary is preliminary and subject to change.

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