Munich City Tour & Christmas Markets
Meeting at Istanbul Airport at 06:00. After check-in and passport procedures, departure with Turkish Airlines flight TK 1629 at 08:45 and arrival in Munich at 09:35 local time.
Upon arrival in the capital of Bavaria, we begin our city tour with our private coach. Highlights include Marienplatz with its iconic New and Old Town Halls and the famous Christkindlmarkt Christmas market, the former royal residence Residenz, Munich’s symbol Frauenkirche (Cathedral of Our Dear Lady), Nymphenburg Palace – the Baroque summer residence of Bavarian kings – and the bustling Viktualienmarkt outdoor food market.
You’ll have free time at midday to explore the magical Christmas markets, enjoy lunch, and shop for seasonal gifts. Be sure to try hot mulled wine (Glühwein), gingerbread cookies, and browse the charming artisan stalls.
In the late afternoon, we transfer to Salzburg. Dinner and overnight at Hotel Sacher.
Fairytale Lakeside Villages
After breakfast, we depart for a full-day excursion to explore Austria’s most picturesque Alpine villages: Hallstatt, Bad Ischl, and St. Wolfgangsee.
These towns are transformed into magical winter wonderlands during the holiday season, with narrow streets and historic buildings adorned with twinkling lights.
We will enjoy lunch in this enchanting region and return to Salzburg in the evening.
Tonight, we attend a very special dinner at St. Peter Stiftskeller, first recorded in 803 AD and known as Europe’s oldest restaurant. Our evening is enriched by the live performance of Mozart’s famous compositions. Overnight at the hotel.
Salzburg City Tour
Following breakfast, we begin our Salzburg tour led by Saffet Emre Tonguç and Serda Büyükkoyuncu.
We’ll visit the majestic Hohensalzburg Fortress and stroll along Getreidegasse, a charming street lined with boutiques and Mozart’s birthplace.
In the afternoon, we explore the Salzburg Christmas Markets and enjoy free time for holiday shopping. Dinner in an elegant local venue. Overnight at the hotel.
Hellbrunn Palace & Farewell
After breakfast and a relaxed morning, we check out from our hotel and spend our final hours visiting the Christmas market at Hellbrunn Palace, famous for its water features and magical holiday ambiance.
In the afternoon, we transfer to the airport for our return flight with Turkish Airlines flight TK 1384 at 19:10.
Arrival in Istanbul at 23:45 local time.
WELCOME HOME.