30 Nov 2026
Twin share
Incl. flights
Not sold tour only on this date
£731pp
Flights from London Gatwick
Escorted tour
Vienna Christmas Markets Break with Flights – 4 Days
Three nights in a four-star hotel, a guided tour of imperial Vienna and time at the Spittelberg and Freyung markets, with flights.
4 days
From £731 incl. flights
Tour overview
This 4-day escorted break is a festive long weekend in Vienna, one of the most beautiful cities in Europe at Christmas. Return flights from London Gatwick, London Heathrow or Manchester are included, with hand luggage, coach transfers to and from the hotel, and a tour director throughout. You stay three nights at a four-star hotel on a bed-and-breakfast basis, leaving the evenings free for mulled wine and dinner in the city's coffee houses and restaurants. The break is for adults aged 20 and over, travelling as a coach group.
Vienna in Advent is filled with the smell of roasted chestnuts and punch, and its squares are lit with dozens of Christmas markets. On the first full day, a guided tour introduces the grand buildings and squares of the Ringstrasse, the imperial Hofburg Palace and the coffee-houses of the Innere Stadt, the old town, before time to wander two of the city's most charming markets. Many stalls sell hand-made decorations, wooden toys and gingerbread, and the markets are especially atmospheric after dark.
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Spittelberg, set in the narrow Biedermeier lanes behind the MuseumsQuartier, is known for its handmade crafts and cosy atmosphere. Freyung, in front of the Schottenstift monastery, is one of the oldest markets, with traditional decorations and Austrian specialities. Further markets wait in front of the City Hall, at Schönbrunn Palace and in the Belvedere's gardens, all easy to reach by tram or underground.
The third day is yours to explore more markets, visit a museum or café, or join an optional full-day excursion across the border to Bratislava, the Slovakian capital on the Danube, with its own old town and festive market. On the final day you return to the airport for the flight home. Bratislava's compact old town is easily explored on foot, with a castle overlooking the Danube.
The physical rating is low, with walking on cobbled streets that can be icy in December. This break suits couples and friends looking for a short, festive city break with flights, hotel and transfers taken care of, and time to explore at their own pace. Single rooms are available for a supplement.
Trip highlights
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A guided tour of the Ringstrasse and the Hofburg (Day 2)
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The Spittelberg and Freyung Christmas markets (Day 2)
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Vienna's coffee-houses and the Innere Stadt
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A free day for more markets or Schönbrunn (Day 3)
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An optional excursion to Bratislava (Day 3)
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Return flights from London or Manchester
Your route
2 stops from Vienna to Hofburg Palace
- Vienna Days 1–4
- Hofburg Palace Day 2
Why choose this tour
A festive Vienna break with flights, hotel, transfers and a guided tour included. Plenty of free time to explore the markets at your own pace.
Best suited to
- Couples and friends looking for a festive break
- Christmas market fans
- First-time visitors to Vienna
- Travellers who like flights and transfers arranged
Day-by-day itinerary
4 days from Vienna, Austria to Vienna, Austria
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Day 1 · Vienna Fly to Vienna
Fly to Vienna and transfer by coach to your hotel, with the evening free.
- Hotel
- Four-star hotel
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Day 2 · Ringstrasse, Hofburg, Spittelberg, Freyung Vienna city tour and markets
A guided tour of the Ringstrasse, the Hofburg and the old town, followed by time at the Spittelberg and Freyung Christmas markets.
- Hotel
- Four-star hotel
- Meals
- Breakfast
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Day 3 · Vienna, Bratislava Free day or Bratislava
Explore more of Vienna's markets, or join an optional excursion to Bratislava on the Danube.
- Hotel
- Four-star hotel
- Meals
- Breakfast
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Day 4 · Vienna Fly home
Transfer to the airport for your flight home.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Where you stay
- Vienna (3 nights) Four-star hotel
Hotel names are indicative and may be replaced with a property of similar standard and location.
What's included
Included
- Return flights from London Gatwick, London Heathrow or Manchester, with hand luggage
- Accommodation 3 nights in a four-star hotel
- Meals 3 breakfasts
- Coach transfers between the airport and the hotel
- Guided tour of Vienna, including the Ringstrasse, the Hofburg area and the Spittelberg and Freyung markets
- Tour director throughout
- Local taxes and charges
Not included
- Hold luggage
- Meals not listed
- Optional excursion to Bratislava
- Travel insurance and personal spending
This trip might not be for you if…
Honest disclaimer — please read
- You want a small group — this is a coach group of up to 45
- You are under 20 — the minimum age is 20
- You want dinners included — breakfasts only
- You want hold luggage included — hand luggage only
Good to know
FCDO advice
UK FCDO travel advice for Austria
Departures & prices
From £731 per person, including flights. 2 upcoming departures.
03 Dec 2026
Twin share
Incl. flights
Not sold tour only on this date
£833pp
Flights from London Gatwick
Frequently asked questions
How do I book this tour?
Tap any "Enquire" button on the page and one of our travel specialists will be in touch within 24 hours (often same day). We'll confirm availability on your preferred date, run through anything you need to know, and only ask for the deposit once you've decided.
What financial protection do I get?
Every Travelisto booking is 100% financially protected. Your money is held in a ring-fenced Trust account until you return from your trip, and we are members of the Protected Trust Services scheme (PTS 6035). Most tours also include ATOL protection where flights are part of the package.
Are flights included?
Yes, return flights from London Gatwick, London Heathrow or Manchester, with hand luggage. Hold luggage can be added.
When does the break run?
Departures are in late November and early December, when the Christmas markets are open.
Which markets do we visit?
The guided tour includes Spittelberg and Freyung. On your own you can visit the City Hall, Schönbrunn and Belvedere markets.
Is the Bratislava trip included?
No, it is an optional excursion that can be booked in advance or locally.
How many people travel together?
This is a coach tour for groups of 20 to 45 travellers aged 20 and over.
What should I pack?
Warm layers, a hat and gloves, and shoes with good grip for cobbled and sometimes icy streets.
Can you tailor the trip?
Yes — every escorted tour can be modified into a private tailor-made version with your own dates, adjusted pace, upgraded hotels and add-on extensions. Tell us what you'd like changed when you enquire and we'll quote it both ways so you can compare.
What if my flight is delayed or cancelled?
If your international flight is part of your booking through us, we re-book at no cost. If you've booked flights separately, the tour's local team holds your transfer slot until you arrive. We strongly recommend a comprehensive travel insurance policy that includes delay and cancellation cover.
ATOL protected
100% financially protected in a Trust bank account
PTS 6035
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Tailor-made option
Not quite the right fit? Make it tailor-made.
If this group tour doesn't match your ideal trip, our specialists will turn it into a private tailor-made journey — your own dates, your own pace, upgraded hotels where you want them, and the parts you don't love swapped out. Same destinations, just rebuilt around you.
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