German Christmas Markets

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Travel to the enchanting land of Germany's Christmas markets, sharing the festive season spirit and Gemütlichkeit of the locals, amidst magical fairy lights, rousing oompah music and the spicy scents of Glühwein.

Overview

Trip type
Group Tour
Lodging level
Standard - 3 star
Physical level
Moderate
Trip pace
Full schedule

Highlights

    • Explore Berlin with a Local Specialist
    • Discover Frankfurt, Rothenburg, Nuremberg, Weimar, Dresden and Leipzig
    • Visit the Christmas Markets of Rothenburg, Nuremberg, Wartburg Castle in Eisenach (Sat/Sun only), Erfurt, Weimar, Dresden, Leipzig and ascend the Berlin TV Tower
    • View the Opera House and Zwinger Palace in Dresden and the Brandenburg Gate and Reichstag Building in Berlin
    • Connect With Locals
    • Dive Into Culture

What's this trip about?

    Travel to the enchanting land of Germany's Christmas markets, sharing the festive season spirit and Gemütlichkeit of the locals, amidst magical fairy lights, rousing oompah music and the spicy scents of Glühwein.

Details

Itinerary focusClassic Highlights
Group sizeIntimate group - 12 max
Age rangeNo age restrictions
Flights and transportAll internal transport included (including local flights)
Start CityFrankfurt
End CityBerlin

Travel Themes

  • Cultural
  • 50 Plus
  • Festivals & Special Events

Destinations

Activities

  • Culture
  • Festivals & Special Events

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Itinerary

Day 1: Welcome to Frankfurt

Tame your festive wanderlust with the smells of Glühwein and Stollen on this magical journey that begins in Frankfurt. After checking in this afternoon, join your Travel Director on an orientation tour of the city's dynamic financial centre and medieval Römerplatz. Later, join your fellow travellers for a Welcome Reception with drinks and a light meal.

Day 2: Venture to Nuremberg

Stunning Bavarian landscapes line your journey to the medieval walled town of Rothenburg where you’ll enjoy an orientation walk with your Travel Director past picture-perfect half-timbered houses and the Old Town Hall. Savour a mouthful or two of Schneeballen or shop ...

Day 3: Off to Weimar

Embrace hundreds of years of festive spirit at the Eisenach Christmas market* held in the UNESCO World Heritage Wartburg Castle. Ramble past sizzling Bratwurst and steaming vats of Glühwein as you soak up the magical atmosphere. Next on our Christmas wish list is Erfu...

Day 4: Journey to Dresden

Enjoy a leisurely morning in Weimar before travelling to Dresden, the 'Florence on the Elbe'. Spend the day admiring the magnificent restoration of a city that was all but destroyed during World War II. Consider indulging in traditional German cuisine this evening at a local restaurant.

Day 5: Discover the Festive Atmosphere at Dresden Christmas Markets

Germany’s Christmas traditions take centre stage today as we Dive Into Culture and wander through Dresden’s Striezelmarkt, Germany’s oldest Christmas market. Admire the dazzling display of twinkling lights, handcrafted decorations and Christmas carols. If you’re lucky enough to visit on the second weekend in advent, pay homage to the original Dresdner Christstollen.

Day 6: Admire Magical Leipzig and on to Berlin

Immerse yourself in centuries of Yuletide traditions at Leipzig's Christmas market as you wander past more than 250 decorated stalls in the Marktplatz. Take a trip back in time as you savour the scents of Glögi wine and admire the traditional crafts in ‘Ancient Leipzig’. We leave vibrant Leipzig for Berlin where we’ll spend the next two nights.

Day 7: Explore Berlin

You won't need Santa's reindeer to ascend hundreds of metres into the air as you admire 360° views of the city from the Berlin TV Tower. Your Local Specialist will share insights into old East and West Berlin during a sightseeing tour, see the Brandenburg Gate, Unter ...

Day 8: Farewell to Germany

For now, it’s time to bid a festive farewell to our travel companions as we return home filled with magical memories. Morning transfers are available to Berlin Tegel Airport.

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Price From $1,975
Price per day$247
Last Updated: 1/24/2025

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The total tour cost includes the tour price (regular or promotional) and the compulsory local payment. The promotional price is subject to change. Check directly with the operator for the latest price offer. The tour operator requires you to pay only the tour price to purchase your travel. The compulsory local payment will be paid when you join the trip. All prices are based on double, twin or triple share occupancy. Solo passengers will be accommodated in a double, twin or triple room according to availability with a passenger(s) of the same gender. Single supplement only needs to be paid if the passenger does not want to share and requests their own room. Discounts can only be applied at the time of booking and cannot be added at a later date, regardless of any changes made to the original booking.

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Christopher Overlay

Dec 2022

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German Christmas Markets

The German Christmas Markets were AMAZING! The tour took us to so many of them too. We got a great variety of markets and excursions to learn more about Germany's hi...

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Valerie Grove

Dec 2022

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German Christmas Markets

Good mixture of towns. Better location needed for...

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John Melius

Dec 2022

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German Christmas Markets

great experience, driver Radak profeesional

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Michelle M

Dec 2022

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German Christmas Markets

There was one short stop that was in the mid-morning and only for an hour. The main attraction of that small town didn’t open until noon. So that is my only small cr...

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Harold Weiss

Dec 2022

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German Christmas Markets

Covered a lot of area in a short period of time. Would have liked to spend a bit more time in the markets. Much of the day was spent in travel time to get from one ...

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  • Sheraton Grand Esplanade
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Meals Included
  • 1 Welcome Reception
  • 7 Breakfasts
  • 2 Dinners
  • 1 Be My Guest
Age Requirements
No age restrictions
Additional Information
  • An expert Travel Director and professional Driver
  • All hotel tips, charges and local taxes
  • All porterage and restaurant gratuities
  • Cherry-picked hotels, all tried and trusted
  • Audio headsets for flexible sightseeing
  • Breakfast daily and up to half of your evening meals
  • Luxury air-conditioned coach with Wi-Fi in most countries or alternative transportation (such as rail journeys)
  • Must-see sightseeing and surprise extras
  • Optional Experiences and free time
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