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A beautifully curated 10-day winter Eurotrip covering Budapest → Bratislava (+Vienna) → Prague → Wrocław from 21 Dec 2025 to 31 Dec 2025.
This site tracks all trip details — flights, days, routes, markets, checklists, and logistics.
🧭 Trip Overview¶
Dates: 21 Dec 2025 → 01 Jan 2026
PNR: 8XTHPC
Passengers:
- Muthukumar Sambandam — Ticket 2202236467432-33
- Shivani Kakhandki — Ticket 2202236467434-35
Route:
Budapest → Bratislava → Vienna (day-trip) → Bratislava → Prague → Wrocław → Bangalore
✈️ Flight Plan¶
Outbound — BLR → BUD (21 Dec 2025)¶
| Segment | Flight | Aircraft | Time | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| BLR → MUC | LH765 | A350-900 | 02:50 → 08:10 | Layover 3h10m |
| MUC → BUD | LH1676 | A320 | 11:20 → 12:35 | Arrive Budapest |
Return — WRO → BLR (31 Dec 2025 → 01 Jan 2026)¶
| Segment | Flight | Aircraft | Time | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| WRO → MUC | LH1635 | CRJ900 | 06:00 → 07:10 | Layover 5h05m |
| MUC → BLR | LH764 | A350-900 | 12:15 → 01:05 (+1) | Arrive BLR 01:05 |
Baggage: 1×23kg checked · 1×8kg carry-on · 1 personal item
🗓️ Final Itinerary (City-by-City)¶
21 Dec — Arrive Budapest 🇭🇺¶
- Land 12:35 → check-in → Basilica Market → Vörösmarty Market
- Evening thermal bath (Gellért / Rudas)
22 Dec — Budapest¶
- Castle Hill, Fisherman's Bastion, Matthias Church
- Chain Bridge → Great Market Hall
- Evening markets + optional ruin bar
23 Dec — Budapest (Buffer Day)¶
- Light sightseeing / museums / shopping
- Prepare for next-day travel
24 Dec — Budapest → Bratislava → Vienna Day Trip 🇸🇰🇦🇹¶
- Morning train Budapest → Bratislava (2.5–3 hrs)
- Drop bags, then Bratislava → Vienna (≈1 hr)
- Explore Vienna Christmas markets (Rathausplatz, Stephansplatz)
- Return late evening to Bratislava
25 Dec — Christmas in Bratislava¶
- Slow Old Town walk, cafes, riverfront
- Limited openings → relaxed Christmas vibes
26 Dec — Bratislava (Full Day)¶
- Explore Bratislava properly (Devin Castle if open)
- Prep trains for next morning
27 Dec — Bratislava → Prague 🇨🇿¶
- Morning train (~3.5–4 hrs)
- Afternoon: Charles Bridge, Old Town Square, Christmas markets
- Night stay in Prague
28 Dec — Prague → Wrocław 🇵🇱¶
- Morning free in Prague
- Train to Wrocław (~4–5 hrs)
- Evening wander around Rynek (Old Town Square)
29–30 Dec — Wrocław (3 nights total)¶
- Market Square, Cathedral Island, Racławice Panorama
- Optional Kraków day trip on the 30th
- Cozy cafes & winter markets
31 Dec — Depart Wrocław → BLR¶
- Early flight 06:00 → MUC → BLR
- Arrive 01 Jan 2026, 01:05
🎄 Christmas Market Notes¶
- Budapest: Basilica & Vörösmarty markets alive during your stay
- Vienna: Markets run until ~Dec 26
- Bratislava: Active through late Dec
- Prague: Runs till early January
- Wrocław: Runs 21 Nov → 7 Jan
Note: 24–26 Dec = earlier closures & limited restaurants. Markets remain the best food & activity options.
🚆 Inter-City Travel Summary¶
| Route | Duration | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Budapest → Bratislava | 2.5–3 hrs | Frequent trains |
| Bratislava → Vienna | ~1 hr | Perfect for a day trip |
| Bratislava → Prague | 3.5–4 hrs | Book morning departure |
| Prague → Wrocław | 4–5 hrs | Direct / 1-change options |
Recommended platforms:
ÖBB, RegioJet, Trainline, RailEurope
🧰 Logistics & Prep Checklist¶
Before Trip¶
- Install Lufthansa App → add PNR
- Set reminder for API submission (opens 23 hr before departure)
- Book all trains (high Christmas demand)
- Confirm hotels in central districts
- Add weather cards for all cities
Packing Essentials¶
- Winter coat, thermals, boots, scarf, gloves
- Universal adapter + power bank
- Lip balm & moisturizer (cold climate)
- EUR / CZK / PLN / HUF (small amounts)
🗃️ Files / Links This Repo May Include¶
/itinerary/→ detailed day-plans/trains/→ recommended trains, timings, booking links/packing/→ packing checklist/budget/→ estimated spend tracker/maps/→ key map screenshots or GPX routes/photos/→ trip gallery (post-trip)
⭐ Next Actions¶
- [ ] Add booking confirmations
- [ ] Add train schedules & preferences
- [ ] Add restaurant shortlist per city
- [ ] Add packing list file
- [ ] Add “Live Weather Widget” if using a GitHub Pages theme