Itinerary
Overnight Flight to Croatia (Air-Inclusive Package Only)
Your holiday adventure begins!
Air-Inclusive Guests: Meet your dedicated Travel Deliciously Tour Representative at Chicago O’Hare International Airport. Your Tour Representative will be on your flight and will stay with you for the entire trip.
Land-Only guests will begin their tour on Thursday, December 9 upon arrival at the host hotel in Zagreb. Detailed arrival instructions will be provided to ensure a seamless check-in and festive welcome.
Highlights:
Meet your Tour Coordinator at O’Hare International Airport (Air-Inclusive)
Overnight international flight from Chicago to Zagreb
Independent travel arrangements begin for Land-Only guests
Private Airport Transfer (Air-Inclusive) | Overnight in Zagreb | Welcome Dinner included
Welcome to Croatia and the start of your European Christmas adventure!
Air-Inclusive guests will arrive at Zagreb Airport (ZAG) and be greeted by a private driver for a comfortable group transfer to your hotel in the heart of the city.
Land-Only guests should plan to arrive at the host hotel by mid-afternoon to check in and settle before the evening festivities. Complete arrival details will be shared in advance for a smooth and festive start.
After some time to unwind, gather for an orientation walk through central Zagreb followed by your first visit to the city’s award-winning Christmas Market, filled with sparkling lights, mulled wine, and seasonal delights. In the evening, enjoy a warm Welcome Dinner featuring traditional Croatian cuisine.
Highlights:
Arrival at Zagreb Airport and private group transfer (Air-Inclusive)
Check-in at Sheraton Zagreb 5* (or similar luxury hotel)
Orientation walk through central Zagreb
Visit to Zagreb’s renowned Christmas Market
Enjoy mulled wine, local holiday treats, and festive cheer
Welcome Dinner featuring traditional Croatian cuisine
Overnight in Zagreb | Breakfast & Lunch included
After breakfast, discover the layered beauty of Zagreb through a guided city tour. During
the tour, you will see the highlights of both the Upper and Lower Town, including the
iconic landmarks such as the St. Mark’s Church with its colorful tiled roof, the majestic
Zagreb Cathedral, and the lively Ban Jelačić Square, where locals and visitors alike
gather to shop, eat, and people-watch. You will also visit some hidden corners of Zagreb
that are off the beaten path, such as the charming Dolac Market, the atmospheric
Tkalčićeva Street, and the picturesque courtyards and alleys of the Upper Town. During
our walking tour you’ll have a chance to taste some Christmas market specialties. We’ll
enjoy lunch together at a local restaurant followed by a free afternoon in Zagreb for
shopping, to visit a museum, explore the Christmas market again and get dinner on
your own tonight.
Highlights:
- Guided walking tour of Zagreb’s Upper and Lower Towns
- Visits to St. Mark’s Church, Zagreb Cathedral & Ban Jelačić Square
- Stroll through Dolac Market and vibrant Tkalčićeva Street
- 2-course lunch at Vinodol or a similar local favorite
- Afternoon visit to Zagreb’s Christmas Markets
- Included dessert tasting and hot alcoholic beverage
- Free time to explore Zagreb’s shops, cafés, and holiday scenes
- Stay at hotel Sheraton Zagreb 5* or similar
Overnight in Zagreb | Breakfast & Dinner included
Travel to Slovenia’s charming capital for a day of architectural beauty, holiday markets,
and festive cheer. We’ll start with a guided walking tour of Ljubljana old town. This
afternoon you will have free time to explore Ljubljana Christmas market and enjoy lunch
on your own. Tonight we’ll return to Zagreb for dinner at Ivancic winery and restaurant.
We will learn about the family’s winemaking tradition, taste 3 varieties of wines including
the refreshing Purtugizec and elegant Rhine Riesling, before settling in for dinner. Enjoy
a traditionally prepared dinner featuring local specialties, all while overlooking one of the
most stunning panoramic views in continental Croatia.
Highlights:
- Scenic drive from Zagreb to Ljubljana (approx. 2 hours)
- Guided walking tour of Ljubljana’s old town
- Admire works by famed architect Jože Plečnik and medieval landmarks
- Free time to explore Ljubljana’s Christmas markets and local holiday fare
- Return to Zagreb in the late afternoon
- 3-course dinner at the family run Ivancic winery
- Stay at hotel Sheraton Zagreb 5* or similar
Overnight in Vienna | Breakfast & Dinner included
Cross the border into Austria with a guided tour of Graz’s Old Town. Enjoy free time to
explore a local Christmas market and grabs some lunch on your own. We will then
make our way to Vienna and check into our hotel. Tonight enjoy a 3-course dinner
together in Vienna.
Highlights:
- Breakfast and hotel check-out in Zagreb
- Scenic transfer from Zagreb to Graz, Austria
- Guided walking tour of Graz’s historic old town
- Free time at Graz Christmas Market with lunch on your own
- Afternoon transfer to Vienna
- Check-in at your 4-star hotel Intercontinental Vienna or similar
- 3-course dinner
Overnight in Vienna | Breakfast & Lunch included
Experience the elegance and festivity of Vienna through a guided city tour, classic
coffeehouse culture, and its world-famous Christmas markets. During our Vienna
walking city tour you will see such monuments as Albertina, Hofburg, Kohlmarkt,
Graben, St. Stephens and the small medieval parts of Vienna behind St. Stephens
where Mozart house is located. During your tour you will stop to try a few Christmas
market specialties. We’ll enjoy lunch together in Vienna and then enjoy free time in
Vienna this afternoon.
Highlights:
- Breakfast at your hotel
- Guided walking tour of Vienna’s historic center
- Visits to Albertina, Hofburg Palace, Kohlmarkt, Graben, and St. Stephen’s
Cathedral - Stop for a traditional Wiener Melange coffee in a local café
- 2-course lunch at a Viennese restaurant
- Afternoon tour of Vienna’s Christmas Markets
- Included dessert tasting and cup of hot punch or glühwein
- Free time for shopping, museums, or exploring at your own pace
- Dinner on your own
- Return to 4-star hotel Intercontinental Vienna or similar
Overnight in Vienna | Breakfast & Lunch included
This morning we will cross into Slovakia for a day of castle views, hands-on cooking,
and festive cheer in Bratislava’s Old Town and Christmas markets. For lunch you will
learn how to prepare a 3-course menu of Slovak/Austrian cuisine. The dishes are
prepared under the guidance of a local chef. During the cooking class you will have
unlimited drinks. After tasting your amazing dishes, you will take a walking tour of
Bratislava old town and enjoy some free time at the shops at Bratislava’s Christmas
market. Tonight we will return to Vienna for an evening at leisure.
Highlights:
- Breakfast at your hotel in Vienna
- Morning transfer to Bratislava (approx. 1 hour)
- Panoramic city tour including Bratislava Castle
- Hands-on cooking class with 3-course lunch
- Walking tour of Bratislava’s Old Town
- Free time to explore Bratislava Christmas Markets
- Late afternoon return to Vienna
- Evening at leisure in Vienna (dinner on your own)
- Return to 4-star hotel Intercontinental Vienna or similar
Overnight in Vienna | Breakfast & Dinner included
From market tastings to palace halls, immerse yourself in Vienna’s imperial elegance
and holiday warmth. Today we will enjoy a driving city tour of Vienna, We will finish at
the Naschmarkt – most famous market in Vienna where you can enjoy lunch on your
own in the market. We will then head to the Schoenbrunn castle area to taste some
delicious Apple strudel and learn how it is made. You will even be able to take the recipe
home so you can try making it at home too. This afternoon we’ll visit our last Christmas
market in the Schoenbrun castle area followed by a tour of Schoenbrunn castle. Tonight
enjoy dinner together in a traditional Vienna restaurant where you can try real Vienna
Schnitzel!
Highlights:
- Breakfast at your hotel
- Panoramic city bus tour of Vienna’s historic sites (external views only)
- Visit to Naschmarkt with time to explore and lunch on your own
- Apple strudel demonstration and tasting with coffee/tea
- Audio-guided “Imperial Tour” of Schönbrunn Palace (22 rooms)
- Free time at Schönbrunn Palace Christmas Market
- Return to 4-star hotel Intercontinental Vienna or similar
- 3-course dinner at a traditional Viennese restaurant featuring Wiener
Schnitzel
Breakfast included | Private Airport Transfer + Group Flight to Chicago (Air-Inclusive)
Bid farewell to the festive charm of Europe as your magical Christmas market journey comes to a close.
Air-Inclusive guests will enjoy a final breakfast at the hotel in Vienna before a private group transfer to Vienna International Airport (VIE) for the return flight to Chicago O’Hare (ORD). Your flight and transfer are included, ensuring a smooth and easy conclusion to your trip.
Land-Only guests will check out independently and are responsible for arranging their own transportation to Vienna Airport or their next destination. We recommend booking later flights to allow time for a relaxed morning departure.
Highlights:
Breakfast at your hotel in Vienna
Private group airport transfer (Air-Inclusive)
Group flight from Vienna (VIE) to Chicago O’Hare (ORD)
Independent departures for Land-Only guests
Depart with heartwarming memories of a European Christmas