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Season’s GREETINGS

Prague

SEE: Known as the golden city of 100 spires, Prague is particularly magical during the festive season. The main Christmas markets held at the Old Town Square and Wenceslas Square are walkable from the river. Get to Old Town Square on the hour as that’s when the elaborate astronomical clock comes to life. An overnight stay allows time to watch a theatre show where performers create captivating illusions.

SAVOUR: Unique to Prague, prazska sunka is ham smoked over beechwood and goes well with a glass or two of the country’s renowned beer.

SAVE: The birthplace of composers such as Dvorak, classical concerts are performed daily here and tickets cost a fraction of UK prices.

A nine-night Christmas Along the Elbe itinerary from Berlin to Prague on , departing on December 18, 2023, calling at Potsdam, Wittenberg, Meissen, Dresden, Saxon Switzerland and Prague, costs from).

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