Imagine a magical winter train ride: steam trains moving through snowy mountains, cozy seats by frosted windows, and twinkling lights in small villages. Add stops at Christmas markets, and it’s a holiday dream come true.
One travel company, Railbookers, is offering a 12-day Christmas Markets of Central Europe tour. This luxurious trip takes passengers through Budapest, Vienna, Salzburg, Munich, Paris, and Amsterdam, stopping at the best holiday markets along the way.
Trip Highlights
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Budapest (2 nights): Explore Christmas markets, Royal Palace, St. Matthias Church, and St. Stephen’s Basilica.
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Train Experience: Travel on the Golden Eagle Danube Express, a luxury 50-passenger train with private bathrooms, gourmet dining, and elegant cabins. Deluxe cabins can turn twin beds into armchairs, while superior deluxe cabins have queen beds that convert into sofas. A private brass band welcomes guests at departure.
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Vienna (2 nights): Enjoy horse-drawn carriage rides, taste Austria’s famous gingerbread, and shop Christmas markets including Maria-Theresien-Platz.
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Salzburg (2 nights): Visit the festive Old Town Christmas market, a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
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Munich (2 nights): Explore Germany’s famous Christmas markets, especially the Marienplatz market, active since the 17th century.
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Paris (2 nights): Enjoy a gourmet dinner on the Seine, skip-the-line Eiffel Tower access, and stroll through Paris’ many Christmas markets with mulled wine and over 300 holiday stalls.
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Amsterdam (2 nights): End the trip with a walking food tour of family-run restaurants.
The 12-day trip costs $12,769 per person, including hotel stays, meals, excursions, and gratuities.
Railbookers also offers other winter train itineraries through medieval towns and Switzerland’s Alps, perfect for anyone wanting more European holiday magic.
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