Itinerary:

B-Breakfast | L-Lunch | D-Dinner | WD-Welcome Dinner | T-Tasting

Day 1: Arrive in Zagreb

Upon arrival in Zagreb, you will be met and transferred to your hotel. In the evening, enjoy a Welcome Dinner at the hotel with your Tour Director and fellow travelers. (D)

Day 2: Zagreb

After breakfast, explore the historic Upper Town, visiting St. Mark’s Church and St. Catherine’s Church, with views of the Parliament and Government Palace. See the Cathedral, then stroll to Ban Jelačić Square, where the Christmas Market is in full swing. Enjoy a cup of mulled wine, walk through Zrinjevac Park, or go ice skating on the Ice Park, which encircles the park. Choose to explore the city at your own pace or return to the hotel with the group, passing notable landmarks such as the Croatian National Theatre, Modern Music Academy, and Mimara Museum along the way. The rest of the day is at leisure. (B)

Day 3: Zagreb to Ljubljana

After breakfast, travel to Ljubljana, where a local guide will lead a city tour. Walk across the famous Dragon Bridge, through the festive squares and decorated streets. Take the funicular railway up to Ljubljana Castle for panoramic city views. The afternoon is free to enjoy the Christmas markets, lively music, street food, and holiday events. Overnight in Ljubljana. (B)

Day 4: Ljubljana – Bled & Radovljica

This morning, visit Lake Bled, one of the most picturesque natural lakes in the world. Explore the iconic Bled Castle, perched on a cliff above the water. Continue by bus to Radovljica, a charming medieval town and the filming location of a famous Coca-Cola Christmas commercial. Then return to Ljubljana in the late afternoon to enjoy the festive city at your own pace. (B)

Day 5: Ljubljana – Salzburg – Munich

Depart Slovenia and travel to Salzburg, the birthplace of Mozart. A guided tour will showcase famous sites such as Getreidegasse, Salzburg Cathedral, the Festival House, and Mozart’s Birthplace. Visit the renowned Silent Night Chapel, where the beloved Christmas carol was composed. Enjoy free time to explore the Christmas markets before continuing to Munich. In the evening, gather for a Farewell Dinner at a local restaurant. (B, D)

Day 6: Munich

Join a city tour of Munich, Bavaria’s capital. Visit the Nymphenburg Palace, the former baroque residence of Bavarian monarchs. See landmarks such as the Residence, Maximilian and Leopold Streets, the Opera, Olympic Grounds, Marienplatz, and its famous Glockenspiel (Carillon), as well as St. Peter’s Church and the Viktualienmarkt. The afternoon is dedicated to exploring Christkindlmarkt at Marienplatz, the city’s oldest and most iconic Christmas market. (B)

Day 7: Depart Munich

Transfer to Munich Airport for your return flight home. (B)

NOTE: Because of the narrow and cobbled streets, walking is the primary way of getting around. Please make sure you pack comfortable walking shoes.