Graz, Austria: Christmas Market Tour

✨ Welcome to Your Austrian Christmas Escape

Step into a world where Christmas feels truly magical again. This intimate, limited‑space journey invites you to rediscover the childlike wonder of the season—set in the heart of Graz, my hometown, a city that glows with enchantment at every turn.

Imagine wandering through cobblestone streets where every corner shimmers with lights, music, and festive joy. Over the course of your stay, you’ll explore around 20 Christmas markets, each with its own theme, atmosphere, and charm—yet all sharing that unmistakable Austrian magic.

Your First-class accommodations at the historic and luxurious Palais Erzherzog Johann Hotel place you in the very center of this walkable, glittering UNESCO World Heritage city. Markets, cafés, boutiques, and twinkling streets are just steps away, surrounding you with Glitzer and Wunder from morning to night.

After days immersed in holiday splendor, you’ll slip into another realm entirely: a luxurious volcanic spa retreat, where warm waters, soothing treatments, and deep relaxation wrap around you like a velvet ribbon. And because no Austrian adventure is complete without indulgence, you’ll enjoy a decadent chocolate factory experience, a distillery tour, and plenty of time to savor Glühwein, Bratwurst, and seasonal delights.

This journey blends culture, tradition, indulgence, and joy—crafted with heart, curated with care, and designed to leave you with memories that linger long after you return home.

Your Christmas Experience Includes

• First-class accommodations in the heart of Graz
• Welcome toast and farewell toast
• Private guided tours with Marion, "a tour guide with heart!"
• Hands‑on cooking class with wine pairing
• Behind‑the‑scenes Tracht dressmaker tour
• Full volcanic spa day with dinner
• Chocolate factory tour (300 flavors!)
• Styrian whiskey distillery experience
• All breakfasts included
• Countless Christmas markets and seasonal treats

This tour does include travel to/from Graz. You will need to make your own travel arrangements.

Your Day‑by‑Day Luxury Itinerary

Arrival in Graz

Your journey begins with a private airport transfer to the historic Palais Erzherzog Johann Hotel. After settling into your elegant room, join your fellow travelers for a sophisticated Welcome Toast at the iconic Ernst Fuchs Bar—your first taste of Graz’s artistic flair. Dinner awaits just steps away, allowing you to unwind and prepare for the days of enchantment ahead.

Included:

• airport transfer
• welcome drink
• hotel night

Holiday in Austria

On Maria Empfängnis, the city glows with serene festive charm. Explore Graz’s famed Christmas markets, savor seasonal delicacies, and enjoy the graceful rhythm of local life. In the evening, indulge in an exclusive hands‑on cooking class paired with curated wines.

Included:

• breakfast buffet
• sightseeing tour
• cooking class with wine
• hotel night

Tradition Elevated

Visit a distinguished atelier where traditional Tracht is crafted with meticulous artistry. Learn the cultural significance behind each stitch and silhouette.

A traditional lunch and joyful yodeling workshop complete this day of authentic immersion.

Included:

• breakfast buffet
• dressmaker tour
• traditional lunch
• yodel workshop
• hotel night

Volcanic Spa Retreat

After breakfast, you’ll be chauffeured to a luxurious Volcanic Spa, a sanctuary of warmth, serenity, and indulgence. Spend the day floating, relaxing, and restoring your senses. In the evening, enjoy a sumptuous dinner buffet featuring regional specialties.

Included:

• breakfast
• spa transfer
• welcome drink
• spa day
• dinner buffet
• hotel night

Chocolate & Whiskey Artistry

Begin with a lavish breakfast before departing for a celebrated chocolate factory, where you’ll explore the journey from cacao bean to artisan bar—and sample from 300 flavors.

After lunch, enjoy a private tour of a Styrian whiskey distillery, discovering how local craftsmanship transforms tradition into refined spirits. Return to Graz and settle into another exceptional hotel in the city center.

Included:

• breakfast buffet
• chocolate factory tour
• distillery tour
• transfers
• hotel night

Schlossberg Splendor & Farewell

Ascend the Schlossberg to experience one of Graz’s most breathtaking weekend‑only Christmas markets—an elevated world of lights, music, and alpine charm. The afternoon is yours to shop, wander, or revisit your favorite markets. In the evening, gather for a Farewell Toast and a final dinner celebrating new friendships and cherished memories.

Included:

• breakfast buffet
• public transportation
• farewell drink
• hotel night

Departure Day

Savor one last exquisite Austrian breakfast before bidding farewell to this winter paradise.Your private airport transfer will bring you back to Graz Airport—your luggage unchanged, but your heart carrying a beautifully expanded collection of memories.

Included:

• breakfast buffet
• airport transfer

2026 Christmas Market Tour - December 7th - 13th, 2026

The price per person depends on the total group size and whether you share a hotel room.

Prices do not include travel to/from Graz. You will need to make your own travel arrangements.

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