Christmas in Vienna

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Monday

30 March

9:30am - 5:30pm

Tuesday

31 March

9:30am - 5:30pm

Wednesday

01 April

9:30am - 5:30pm

Thursday

02 April

9:30am - 5:30pm

Friday

03 April

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Saturday

04 April

Closed

Sunday

05 April

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Vienna is undoubtedly one of Europe’s most beautiful capital cities and a place where merrymaking and Christmas celebrations are taken very seriously. Enjoy the fun this Christmas in the stunning Austrian capital. Join us on our 4-night Christmas break and experience a joyful atmosphere whilst exploring the city full of arts and music.

Hanging Christmas decorations in front of the Vienna Rathausplatz where every year a big Christkindlmarkt is held, the most …

Why go?

Explore Vienna’s imperial architecture
According to the “Innovation Cities Global Index”, Vienna is after London and San Francisco as one of the most innovative cities in the world
Encounter Viennese elegant coffee houses in its most traditional form
Try Viennese cuisine, which is best known for its pastries, but it includes a wide range of other unique dishes
Visit the Heiligenkreuz Abbey, the second-oldest Cistercian monastery in the world

Itinerary

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Day 1

Day 1 – London to Vienna

Welcome to Austria! Upon arrival we will transfer to our hotel in Vienna. When evening comes, we can gather together and enjoy a welcome drink with other Solos guests before having our Christmas Eve dinner.

Accommodation 3 * Arthotel ANA Enzian
MEALS Dinner included

Day 2

Day 2 – Exploring Vienna

Christmas Day! After breakfast we will begin our walking city tour of Vienna, where we will get to know Vienna’s history by passing some of the most significant sights of the Ringstrasse such as the State Opera, St. Stephen’s Cathedral, Josefsplatz & Albertina (from the outside).

Today we will enjoy a Christmas Day lunch at a local restaurant.

The rest of the afternoon is free for you to spend as you wish. You can stroll the city and delve into its history and imperial grandeur, or even cosy up in a coffee shop with a slice of delectable Sachertorte!

In the evening we will have our dinner at the hotel.

Accommodation 3 * Arthotel ANA Enzian
MEALS All meals included

Day 3

Day 3 – Vienna - Heiligenkreuz Village – Baden - Vienna

After breakfast we head out of the city to the Cistercian Abbey of Heiligenkreuz which is still a living monastery after 900 years. We will enjoy a guided tour through the complex, highlights of which include the gothic fountain house and the magnificent abbey church. Its then on to the historical spa resort of Baden for some free time before travelling back to Vienna.

In the evening we will have our dinner at a local restaurant.

Accommodation 3 * Arthotel ANA Enzian
MEALS Breakfast & Dinner included

Day 4

Day 4 – Free day

After breakfast, you can spend your day relaxing or exploring the beautiful city of Vienna. Great personalities from Austria such as Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart and Ludwig van Beethoven, Siegmund Freud, Falco and Niki Lauda shape the life of the city.

Accommodation 3 * Arthotel ANA Enzian
MEALS Breakfast included

Day 5

Day 5 – Vienna - London

After breakfast we will have some free time before, we transfer to the airport for our return flight home.

Accommodation 3 * Arthotel ANA Enzian
MEALS Breakfast included

Arthotel ANA Enzian ★★★

Our hotel is located in Vienna's third district (Landstrasse) which is very close to the 1st district of Vienna, which is in the centre with all the famous buildings. Landstrasse has both trains & tram. The hotel is only a 5-minute tram ride away from Vienna’s famous Ringstraße Boulevard and the tram stop is just 100 yards away. The Rennweg Train Station, which offers direct connections to the airport, is only 250 yards away from the hotel. The hotel is only a 5-minute walk to Belvedere Palace.

Rooms Include

All rooms are equipped with cable TV and have a private bathroom with toiletries.

Facilities Include

This warm and welcoming hotel has alpine character and offers a rich buffet breakfast that ensures a great start to the day. Hotel guests can also unwind at the hotels’ ANA Enzian Bar & Restaurant. Free WiFi is available.

TEMPERATURE

Average High Daily:

Jan 4°C, Feb 6°C,

March 10°C, April 16°C,

May 21°C, June 24°C,

July 27°C, Aug 27°C,

Sep 21°C, Oct 15°C,

Nov 8°C, Dec 4°C

APPROX. FLIGHT TIME

2 hours

TIME DIFFERENCE

GMT + 1 hours

What’s Included:

Scheduled return flights London Heathrow/Vienna with Austrian Airlines & transfers
Airport taxes & charges
Single room with private facilities
Welcome drink & information meeting
Breakfast daily, 3 dinners (including Christmas Eve dinner) & Christmas Day lunch
2 hours guided city walk of Vienna
Half a day (approx. 4 hours) guided tour in Heiligenkreuz Village and free time in Baden
Entrance to Heiligenkreuz Abbey
Accompanying Solos Tour Leader

What’s extra:

Insurance - see here
Tips
Drinks
Any other personal expenses
During your stay you might want to purchase Vienna pass for the public transport. It costs up to €95 for 2 days and €125 for 3 days

Useful Information

Transfer time
The transfer time between Vienna Airport and the hotel ARTHOTEL ANA ENZIAN 3* is approximately 30 minutes, depending on the traffic.

Gratuities
We suggest a Group Collection to cover guides, transfer drivers, and hotel staff of minimum €25.00 per person. Your Tour Leader will collect this on your behalf and distribute it accordingly, thus relieving you of the burden of who, when and how much to tip. The tipping of housekeeping will be left to your individual discretion (a small amount left in your room on departure should cover this and would be much appreciated). As is customary, ‘the hat’ will be passed around for the driver and guide on all optional excursions. For any meals that are not included in your itinerary, or taxi fares, your Tour Leader can advise of an appropriate % to add on.

Currency

Euro

Included Programme
A 2 hour guided visit of Vienna is included in your touring package and a half day (approx. 4 hours) guided tour in Heiligenkreuz Village and free time in Baden

Dress Code

The dress code during the day is casual. Dressing in layers with warm, casual evening wear is recommended with comfortable footwear. Warm waterproof shoes are also essential with warm socks, gloves, hat and scarf.

Please note

A reasonable level of fitness/ mobility is required
The order of the itinerary and events may be subject to change

Passports and visas

A full 10-year passport is required valid for at least the duration of your stay. Holders of passports with the inscription “British Citizen” or “European Union” do not require a visa.
It is your responsibility to ensure that you have the correct visa, a valid passport and any other travel documents for your holiday. All information provided relates to British citizens who hold or are entitled to apply for a British passport. For the most up-to-date visa information please visit; Austria Foreign Advice

If you are not a British citizen and do not hold a British passport, you must make your own enquiries as to the applicable requirements. Alternatively, you can apply for your Visa with our preferred partner the Travel Visa company by selecting the following link; Travel Visa Company.

Depart	Return	Nights	Age Group	Price From	regional flights available	COMMENTS
24 Dec 2020	28 Dec 2020	4	All Ages	£1,099			BOOK

What’s Included:

Scheduled return flights London Heathrow/Vienna with Austrian Airlines & transfers
Airport taxes & charges
Single room with private facilities
Welcome drink & information meeting
Breakfast daily, 3 dinners (including Christmas Eve dinner) & Christmas Day lunch
2 hours guided city walk of Vienna
Half a day (approx. 4 hours) guided tour in Heiligenkreuz Village and free time in Baden
Entrance to Heiligenkreuz Abbey
Accompanying Solos Tour Leader

What’s extra:

Insurance - see here
Tips
Drinks
Any other personal expenses
During your stay you might want to purchase Vienna pass for the public transport. It costs up to €95 for 2 days and €125 for 3 days

All Our Holidays Include

ATOL protected

Sociable experience with like-minded travellers

Breakfast daily, plus meal plan

Flights and transfers for overseas holidays

Welcome drink and meeting

Accompanying Tour Leader

Regional flying options

Freedom and flexibility to enjoy new experiences