Europe
We meet at Malta International Airport at 14:45 for flight KM538, which departs at 17:20 and arrives in Prague at 19:50. Upon arrival, we proceed directly to the 4-star Hotel Prague Season for check-in and room allocation. Afterwards, you will have free time to relax or explore the surroundings. There are several restaurants near the hotel offering a wide range of dining options to suit every budget.
Today we begin with a guided city tour of Prague to discover some of the most iconic landmarks this beautiful city has to offer. We’ll visit the vast Prague Castle complex, which includes St. Vitus Cathedral, the Basilica of St. George, and the Royal Palace. The tour continues to the Church of the Infant Jesus of Prague, Kampa Island, and the historic Charles Bridge. In the afternoon, there’s the option to join a relaxing river cruise along the Vltava (extra charge) to enjoy the city from a different perspective. Later, you’ll have free time to explore the charming Christmas Market in Wenceslas Square, and in the evening, we offer an optional traditional Dinner & Folklore Show in a typical local setting.
Our journey today takes us across the border into Germany to visit Dresden, often referred to as the “Florence of the North” due to its splendid architecture and cultural richness. We’ll explore the area near Theaterplatz, including the Dresden Castle, the Opera House, Semper Gallery, Taschenberg Palace, and the Hofkirche. We’ll also admire the Fürstenzug, a stunning mural depicting a parade of Saxon princes. After our guided tour, we’ll have some free time to wander through the magical Striezelmarkt, one of the oldest Christmas markets in Germany, before returning to Prague.
After breakfast, we embark on a scenic full-day excursion to Český Krumlov, considered the most beautiful town in Bohemia and a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Located along the Vltava River, the town is famous for its fairytale charm and picturesque views. Along the way, we pass several quaint villages and scenic countryside. Once in Český Krumlov, we explore its historic old town and have the opportunity to visit its magnificent castle (entrance extra). We will also have time to visit the Christmas Market at Svornosti Square before returning to Prague for the evening, with free time to continue exploring the festive city atmosphere.
On our final day, we enjoy a wonderful excursion to Karlovy Vary, a famous spa town in western Bohemia known for its therapeutic hot springs and stunning valley setting. With the local guide, we’ll visit the Church of St. Mary Magdalene and stroll through the elegant Spa Colonnades with their mineral water fountains. The town is also known for high-quality crystal products, traditional spa wafers, the herbal liqueur Becherovka, and its natural spring waters. We’ll have plenty of time to browse the Christmas Market filled with artisanal crafts and festive foods. In the evening, we proceed to the airport for our return flight KM539, which departs at 20:40 and arrives in Malta at 23:10.
