7 Christmas Tours in Czechia to Build a Day Around

1.Dresden Christmas Market & Bastei Saxon Switzerland Tour from Prague

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 105 reviews · 10 hours (approx.) · from $229Our pick

Leave central Prague at 7:30 a.m. for Bastei Bridge in Saxon Switzerland, then continue to Dresden for lunch, a city walk, and free time at the Striezelmarkt. The tour runs about 10 hours in a van for up to eight people, with hotel pickup, WiFi, snacks, water, and an English-speaking guide such as Míša, Sam, Jana, or Robert.

“Everything about this tour was great! Our guide Robert was fantastic. Very personable and knowledgeable. He made a long day very enjoyable. Gave us plenty of time at the Christmas markets to see everything and also at the national park. Great day with a great guide.”

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2.Tour 3 Magical Prague Markets with Locals, Christmas Goodies incl

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 69 reviews · 2 hours 45 minutes (approx.) · from $102

Walk from Kafka Square through Prague’s famous Old Town market, then ride public transport to local markets around Peace Square and Tylovo Square. Your English-speaking guide shares Czech Christmas customs, recommends authentic gifts, and serves cookies, hot drinks, and seasonal treats. Guides have included Nikola, Misa, Katy, Pavla, and Tereza.

“Nikola was fantastic, she told great stories of how her family celebrates Christmas. It was fascinating to learn about the difference between her traditions and mine. We got to taste some delightful treats at the markets as well.”

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3.2-3h Magical Christmas Markets Tour with Inclusions

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 34 reviews · 2h 30m · from $100Best value

Meet your English-speaking Prague City Adventures guide near Old Town Square for a 150-minute walk through three Christmas markets. With guides such as Nikola and George, you will taste Czech cookies, mulled wine, and hot mead while learning about unusual customs, Czech atheism, and holiday life under Communism. Public transport tickets are included.

“Our guide was outstanding and getting to see some of the smaller more local Christmas markets in as a very worthwhile experience. Highly recommend.”

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4.Dresden Christmas Markets And Old Town Tour – From Prague

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 19 reviews · from $195

Travel from Prague to Dresden with guide Ondrej in a small group of up to seven. Walk past the Semper Opera, Zwinger, Royal Palace, Hofkirche, and Frauenkirche, then enjoy the Stallhof medieval market and Germany’s oldest Christmas market, the Striezelmarkt. Expect about four hours on the road and plenty of time on foot.

“We all had a wonderful time. Well worth the money. We were a group of 2 adults, one senior and 2 teenage children.”

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5.Christmas Magic of Prague – with Personal Local Guide

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 14 reviews · 3 hours (approx.) · from $118

See Prague’s Christmas markets with a private English-speaking guide, starting at your hotel. Walk from Old Town Square to Wenceslas Square, Kampa Island, Charles Bridge, and New Town, with room to adjust the route. Guides such as Jana, Dagmar, Lenka, Iva, and Mikayla have led past tours.

“The Christmas Magic of Prague tour with Lenka was absolutely fantastic! Lenka was amazing – she was incredibly thoughtful, knowledgeable, and made sure everything was tailored to our group of 7. Every detail was taken care of, and we felt like we were getting a truly special experience. The Christmas markets, lights, and local traditions were all beautifully highlighted. Highly recommend this tour to anyone looking for a magical, personalized way to explore Prague during the holiday season!”

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6.Prague Christmas Markets and Holiday Magic Walking Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 8 reviews · from $183

Walk Prague’s Old Town with a private guide such as Vaclav, Marketa, Dasha, or Petra. Visit the Astronomical Clock, Old Town Square and Wenceslas Square markets, see Týn Church and the Powder Tower, and learn about Czech Christmas customs. Food and drinks cost extra, and the three-hour route ends where it begins.

“Prague is really magical and we can only confirm that. Our Christmas tour with Vaclav was brilliant and we enjoyed every moment at the market and we explored best sights we could during a 3 hours walking tour.”

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7.Exclusive Christmas cruise with Christmas Eve buffet

★★★★★★★★★★3.8 · 6 reviews · 1h 50m · from $243

Spend 110 minutes aboard the historic Maria Croon, built in 1927, on a Christmas sightseeing cruise through central Prague. Enjoy a prosecco welcome, carols, a Czech and international buffet, and views of Charles Bridge, Prague Castle, St. Nicholas Cathedral, and the Old Town weir. Other drinks cost extra.

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