Christmas Markets of Germany (Classic, 8 Days)
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Embark on an enchanting multi-day tour through Germany's most festive cities. From the vibrant streets of Berlin to the medieval charm of Rothenburg ob-der-Tauber, this journey promises a blend of historical exploration, cultural immersion, and holiday magic. Discover iconic landmarks, indulge in local culinary delights, and experience the warmth of Germany's renowned Christmas markets. With expert guides and comfortable accommodations, this tour offers an unforgettable holiday experience.
Included
: Stay connected with friends and family with our complimentary coach and hotel Wi-Fi (where available).
: If your arrival and/or departure flights are as per the itinerary start and end dates, then transfers are available at scheduled times. If your flights are outside these times, or you have booked additional nights accommodation with Insight Vacations, you may purchase transfers or make your own way from/to the airport.
: Enjoy the comfort of Insight's luxurious, air-conditioned, 40-seat coach with double the standard legroom and onboard washroom. Our customized luxury coaches are sanitized before the start of your tour and are maintained to very high standards. Physical distancing measures have been implemented on our customized luxury coaches.
7 Breakfast (B)
3 Dinner with Wine (DW)
Munich:
vegetarian
Choose between two carefully selected activities
Munich: Visit the Residenz, the former royal palace of the Wittelsbach monarchs of Bavaria.
Munich: Stop to taste seasonal treats as you discover the lost and forgotten Advent traditions that play a significant role in regional cultural revitalisation. This experience advances United Nations Sustainable Development Goal 11: Sustainable Cities and Communities.
Enjoy a Foodie Walking Tour or visit the Residenz and its Treasury in Munich.
Berlin: You Local Expert provides a tour of this vibrant city. Drive along the Ku'Damm, passing the Kaiser Wilhelm Memorial Church and through Tiergarten to the Reichstag building. See the Brandenburg Gate, State Opera House and visit Alexanderplatz.
Leipzig: Visit Thomaskirche where Bach worked as a Kapellmeister, a conductor, and where his remains are now buried.
Dresden: Your guided tour with a Local Expert shows you the Frauenkirche, the colossal 'Procession of the Dukes' mosaic, the cathedral, Semper Opera House and Zwinger Palace. You'll also learn about the traditional German Christmas Pyramids.
Rothenburg ob der Tauber: Fortified by ancient walls, picturesque and unspoiled, Rothenburg ob der Tauber is a fairytale come true at any time of year. It dazzles in December, with its 500-year-old Reiterlesmarkt lending a festive air to the cobbled streets and medieval buildings.
Leipzig: Renowned for its musical and culinary delights, the Leipzig Christmas Market is one of the most beautiful in Germany, with around 250 stalls located on the city’s historic market square. Enjoy its great traditions, which date back to the 15th century, on your orientation with your Travel Director.
Nuremberg: In Nuremberg the Christkindlmarkt stalls are donned in traditional red and white cloth. Surrounded by ancient ramparts and watchtowers, look out for the Nuremberg Plum People while you explore or shop for local treats such as Rostbratwürste, Lebkuchen or Glühwein on your orientation with your Travel Director.
Munich: During your orientation of the city with your Travel Director, see Feldherrnhalle in the Odeonsplatz, the Palace of the Dukes of Wittelsbach, the English Garden, the Hofbräuhaus, St. Peter's Church and the famous Marienplatz.
Nuremberg: The Maritim Hotel Nürnberg awaits you in the immediate vicinity of the historic old city with its numerous monuments and buildings, including the Kaiserburg and a host of fascinating museums.
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Daily Itinerary
Day 1 – Day 1: Berlin
- Berlin - Arrival day
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Welcome to Germany! Upon arrival at Berlin's Brandenburg Airport, you'll be transferred to your hotel. In the evening, join your Travel Director for a delightful dinner, offering a chance to mingle and get to know your fellow travelers over delicious food and wine.
Day 2 – Day 2: Berlin
- Berlin
- Brandenburg an der Havel
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- Reichstag
- Gemäldegalerie
- Brandenburg Gate
- Schlosspark Sanssouci
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Embark on a guided tour of Berlin's iconic landmarks with a Local Expert. Discover the Brandenburg Gate, State Opera House, remnants of the Berlin Wall, Unter den Linden, and the restored Reichstag Building. Later, immerse yourself in the festive spirit at the Weihnachtszauber Christmas market in Gendarmenmarkt, surrounded by the Concert Hall and the French and German cathedrals.
Day 3 – Day 3: Berlin to Leipzig and Dresden
- Leipzig
- Dresden
- Berlin
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- St. Thomas Church
- Leipzig Panometer
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Travel south to Leipzig and visit Bach's Thomaskirche and the medieval market square. Experience the Leipzig Christmas Market, renowned for its musical and culinary delights, with around 250 stalls. Continue your journey to Dresden, where you'll spend the night.
Day 4 – Day 4: Dresden
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- Dresden park railway
- Zwinger
- Semperoper
- Frauenkirche, Dresden
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Explore Dresden with a Local Expert, visiting the 'Procession of the Dukes' mosaic, the cathedral, Semper Opera House, and Zwinger Palace. Marvel at the Frauenkirche, which has been beautifully restored. Later, join a local for a culinary tour of the Dresden Christmas markets, sampling local christollen.
Day 5 – Day 5: Dresden to Nuremberg
- Nuremberg
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- Nuremberg lock
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Travel to Nuremberg, where you'll explore the Christkindlmarkt, adorned with traditional red and white cloth. Surrounded by ancient ramparts and watchtowers, discover the unique Nuremberg Plum People and indulge in local treats such as Rostbratwürste, Lebkuchen, or Glühwein.
Day 6 – Day 6: Nuremberg to Rothenburg ob-der-Tauber and Munich
- Rothenburg ob der Tauber
- Bamberg
- Munich
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Venture through Germany to Rothenburg ob-der-Tauber, one of Europe's best-preserved medieval towns. Stroll through cobbled streets and visit the year-round Christmas Shop. Later, follow parts of the Romantic Road to the Bavarian capital, Munich.
Day 7 – Day 7: Munich
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- Rathaus-Glockenspiel
- Marienplatz
- Munich Residence
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Explore Munich with Insight Choice. Join a Local Expert for a guided journey through Munich's Advent traditions or visit the famous Residenz to see its museum and Treasury. At Marienplatz, see the famous Glockenspiel and enjoy the festive Munich Christmas Market. In the evening, celebrate with a festive dinner at a local gasthof.
Day 8 – Day 8: Departure from Munich
- Munich - Departure day
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After breakfast, bid farewell to your newfound friends as your departure transfer takes you to Munich airport. Auf Wiedersehen!
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