Compelling Overview of the Tour

Flights & Transportation:

• Round-trip Economy class airfare from:

  • Boston (BOS)
  • New York (JFK) or Newark (EWR)
  • Los Angeles (LAX)
  • Washington, DC (IAD)
  • San Francisco (SFO)
  • Chicago (ORD)
  • Atlanta (ATL)
  • Miami (MIA)
  • Orlando (MCO)
  • Denver (DEN)
  • Houston (IAH)
  • Dallas (DFW)

• Rail transportation included between Berlin & Krakow

• Transportation between cities via rail

• For additional departure airports/pricing, contact Weekender Breaks at 1-929-207-0129.

• Airline taxes & fuel surcharges

• Airline & flight times determined at time of booking

Hotels (6 nights + 1 overnight flight)

• 3 nights of accommodations in a Standard Double Twin at Best Western Hotel am Spittelmarkt OR Holiday Inn Express Berlin City Centre by IHG OR Similar in Berlin
• 3 nights of accommodations in a Standard Double Twin at Hotel Secesja Kraków OR Hotel Petrus Kraków OR Similar in Krakow

Optional Tours & Upgrades

Berlin

• Christmas market lights tour bus through Berlin, free mulled wine (2.5 hours)
• Berlin: Christmas Sightseeing Boat Tour
• Berlin Christmas Markets Tour

Kraków

• Krakow Christmas Market Immersive Tour
• Krakow: Christmas Music Concert With Wine
• Kraków: Evening or Night River Cruise

Tour Itinerary at a Glance

Berlin & Kraków Getaway

Day 1: Depart the US for Berlin, Germany

Fly overnight from the United States to Berlin, Germany’s vibrant and historic capital—transformed during the holiday season into a winter wonderland of twinkling lights, festive markets, and seasonal cheer.

Day 2: Arrive in Berlin & Enjoy the Christmas Spirit

Arrive in Berlin and settle into your hotel. Take a leisurely stroll to get your first taste of Berlin’s holiday magic. Begin at the Unter den Linden boulevard, adorned with glittering lights and festive window displays. Continue toward the Gendarmenmarkt Christmas Market, one of the city’s most beautiful, surrounded by grand architecture and filled with handcrafted gifts, mulled wine (Glühwein), and warm roasted chestnuts. In the evening, visit Alexanderplatz, where another lively market offers ice skating, a giant Christmas pyramid, and plenty of holiday treats.

Day 3: Christmas Market Hopping in Berlin

After breakfast, start your day at the Brandenburg Gate, beautifully lit for the season. Walk through the Reichstag Building and enjoy the winter views from its glass dome. Then, make your way to the Charlottenburg Palace Christmas Market, set against the backdrop of the illuminated Baroque palace—perfect for browsing handmade ornaments and savoring local delicacies like bratwurst and potato pancakes. End your evening at Potsdamer Platz Winter World, where you can ice skate, toboggan, or sip hot chocolate under the stars.

Day 4: More Festive Discoveries in Berlin

Spend your final full day uncovering Berlin’s cozy winter corners. Explore the artsy Prenzlauer Berg district, where smaller boutique markets offer unique gifts and artisanal products. Visit the Lucia Christmas Market in the Kulturbrauerei, themed around Nordic traditions and known for its warm Scandinavian atmosphere. Later, attend a holiday concert at the Berlin Philharmonie or enjoy a festive show at one of Berlin’s many theaters. Cap off the night with a final stroll past the glittering Berlin Cathedral and nearby markets on Museum Island.

Day 5: Train to Kraków, Poland

Depart Berlin aboard a comfortable intercity train for your journey to Kraków, Poland’s cultural heart. Watch the snow-dusted countryside roll by as you make your way east. Upon arrival, check into your hotel and head to Rynek Główny (Main Market Square)—home to one of Europe’s oldest and most spectacular Christmas markets. Explore wooden stalls selling hand-painted ornaments, wool mittens, and traditional Polish treats like oscypek (smoked cheese) and gingerbread. Enjoy dinner at a cozy cellar restaurant with live folk music.

Day 6: Holiday Charm in Kraków

Start your morning at Wawel Castle, its towers standing proudly over a frosty city. Then, wander through Kraków’s Old Town, where every street glows with fairy lights and the scent of cinnamon and mulled wine. The Cloth Hall in the center of the Main Square is perfect for souvenir shopping, while carolers fill the air with festive melodies. In the afternoon, explore Kazimierz, the atmospheric Jewish Quarter, where smaller local markets and holiday decorations add to the warm seasonal charm.

Day 7: Festive Excursions from Kraków

Spend the day exploring beyond the city. Take a half-day trip to the Wieliczka Salt Mine, where even underground chapels are decorated for the holidays, or visit Auschwitz-Birkenau Memorial for a solemn and meaningful experience. Return to Kraków for one final festive evening—perhaps try pierogi filled with seasonal flavors, warm up with mulled wine, and enjoy the glow of the Christmas lights reflected on the snow-covered square.

Day 8: Depart Kraków for the US

Transfer to Kraków Airport for your flight home, carrying with you the warmth and wonder of the Berlin and Kraków Christmas Markets—a journey filled with holiday magic, cultural treasures, and memories to last a lifetime.

Contact Weekender Breaks at 1-929-207-0129 for Questions About:

• Flying from any airport not listed here
• Extending your trip or traveling on dates not listed here
• The availability of your desired travel dates
• Traveling with children
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