Light physical activity suitable for most people with average fitness levels.
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Frankfurt, Germany
Ends
Berlin, Germany
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Highlights
Berlin: Join Camilla and Elisa in their cosy cafe in Berlin’s Prenzlauer Berg for a warm and welcoming evening. Enjoy a traditional three-course German dinner as your hosts share their stories, their passion for local cuisine, and a deeper perspective into this vibrant neighbourhood’s history and culture.
Dresden: Experience the delights of Germany's oldest and most traditional Christmas market - Dresden's Striezelmarkt. The blaze of lights, the scent of mulled wine and Christmas music make this once-in-a-lifetime visit a pleasure for all the senses.
Frankfurt: Spend the day exploring the sights of Frankfurt.
Rothenburg ob der Tauber: Encircled by intact medieval walls, Rothenburg ob der Tauber is one of Germany’s best-preserved towns. Wander its cobbled lanes, admire colourful half-timbered houses and see the Old Town Hall and market square.
Erfurt: Take in the dazzling decorations of Erfurt's Christmas Market, set against a backdrop of St. Mary's Cathedral and St. Severus Church.
Leipzig: Renowned for its musical and culinary delights, the Leipzig Christmas Market is one of the most beautiful in Germany, with around 300 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.
Berlin: During a sightseeing tour with your Local Specialist, admire Berlin landmarks like the Tiergarten and the neo- Renaissance Reichstag.
Berlin: Visit the Berlin Wall Memorial on Bernauer Strasse, where preserved sections of the Wall and watchtower offer a powerful insight into the realities of a divided city. Learn how families were separated and how Berliners lived through one of Europe’s most defining chapters.
Explore Berlin
Discover Frankfurt, Rothenburg, Nuremberg, Erfurt, Weimar, Leipzig and Dresden
Visit the Christmas Markets of Rothenburg, Nuremberg, Wartburg Castle in Eisenach (Sat/Sun only), Erfurt Weimar, Leipzig and Dresden
View the Opera House and Zwinger Palace in Dresden and the Brandenburg Gate and Reichstag Building in Berlin
Leipzig: Renowned for its musical and culinary delights, the Leipzig Christmas Market is one of the most beautiful in Germany, with around 300 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.
Berlin: During a sightseeing tour with your Local Specialist, admire Berlin landmarks like the Tiergarten and the neo- Renaissance Reichstag.
Berlin: Visit the Berlin Wall Memorial on Bernauer Strasse, where preserved sections of the Wall and watchtower offer a powerful insight into the realities of a divided city. Learn how families were separated and how Berliners lived through one of Europe’s most defining chapters.
Explore Berlin
Discover Frankfurt, Rothenburg, Nuremberg, Erfurt, Weimar, Leipzig and Dresden
Visit the Christmas Markets of Rothenburg, Nuremberg, Wartburg Castle in Eisenach (Sat/Sun only), Erfurt Weimar, Leipzig and Dresden
View the Opera House and Zwinger Palace in Dresden and the Brandenburg Gate and Reichstag Building in Berlin
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Step into a winter wonderland with the 'Christmas Markets of Germany' festivals and events trip. Over 8 festive days, journey from Berlin to Munich, soaking up the magic of Nuremberg’s Christkindlmarkt, Dresden’s traditional Christmas pyramids, and Munich’s lively beer halls. Sample authentic Rostbratwürste, discover the musical spirit of Leipzig, and explore Dresden’s Procession of the Dukes and Zwinger Palace. Taste Germany’s oldest Christmas cake, Christstollen, amid the festive stalls. Guided by local experts and brimming with seasonal cheer, this tour package is ideal for those seeking immersive holiday traditions and culinary delights.
Ready to immerse yourself in Central Europe’s festive atmosphere? The "Christmas in Central Europe, Vienna to Berlin" tour offers a weeklong journey through five dazzling cities and their enchanting Christmas markets. Ideal for young adults and experienced travelers, this easy-paced trip winds through Vienna, Salzburg, Munich, Nuremberg, and Berlin. Delight in mulled wine, shop for unique ornaments, and bask in each city’s holiday glow. What sets this experience apart is its seamless route through the region’s most celebrated seasonal markets, bringing together culture, tradition, and the magic of the holidays in one unforgettable trip.
When Europe’s historic cities don their festive finest, magic unfolds—"Christmas in Central Europe, Berlin to Vienna" is your invitation to experience it firsthand. Over 7 days, visit five legendary Christmas markets, from Berlin’s Gendarmenmarkt to Vienna’s twinkling stalls. Sip Glühwein, browse for handcrafted treasures, and soak up the holiday spirit in Munich, Salzburg, and Nuremberg. With cozy hotel stays and seamless travel between destinations, this trip is perfect for those who want to savor the traditions and tastes of a true European Christmas. The USP? Guided access to the continent’s most iconic holiday markets, ensuring you experience seasonal cheer at its most authentic.
There is nothing quite like Christmas among the Alps with the festive Munich Christmas Market, Salzburg’s snow-capped spires and an indulgent cup of Glühwein. Your Local Expert brings Mozart’s history to life before a visit to Salzburg's Christmas market. After tasting the festive treats, the culinary delights continue with a traditional dining experience at Swarovski Crystal Worlds. If that is not enough to summon your holiday spirit, a stroll through the medieval cobbled streets of Freiburg will certainly do the trick, not to mention the fairytale surroundings of Strasbourg, where the sweet scent of cinnamon is carried on the breeze at the oldest Christmas market in France.
Delight in the magic of Central Europe’s festive season with the "Europe Christmas Markets: Munich to Budapest" tour. Over eight days, journey from Munich through Salzburg and Vienna to Budapest, savoring the sights, sounds, and flavors of famous Christmas markets. This easy-paced festival trip is perfect for anyone eager to experience holiday traditions, sample local treats, and relax in thermal baths. Guided walks and ample free time allow you to soak up each city’s unique charm. The USP is the immersive festive atmosphere—making this tour package the ultimate holiday escape for seasonal cheer.
Step into a festive fairytale with the "German Christmas Markets" trip, a 7-day guided tour that sweeps you from Frankfurt to Munich through the heart of Germany’s holiday traditions. Tailored for young adults—or anyone with a love of seasonal celebrations—this group journey visits six enchanting cities, each brimming with twinkling lights and timeless charm.
Explore cobblestone streets lined with wooden stalls, sip mulled wine, and savor gingerbread as you wander through Stuttgart, Nuremberg, Cologne, and more. Dive into the magic of Bavarian beer halls and marvel at gothic architecture, all while soaking up the nostalgic yuletide atmosphere. The real highlight? The chance to fill your stockings with handcrafted gifts and soak in the old-world spirit that makes Germany’s Christmas markets legendary.
For those seeking a truly immersive Christmas experience, this tour package stands out for its seamless blend of tradition, celebration, and camaraderie—all in the heart of Europe’s most festive destinations.
Discover villages with fairytale houses and a friendly, festive atmosphere. Share traditional holiday goodies with the people who made them. Watch as modern children abandon their usual electronics and discover the enchantment of hand-carved wooden toys, as scents of cinnamon and roasting nuts fill the air.
Sail through Christmas country, trying Frankfurt’s famous apple cider and Nuremberg’s gingerbread. Throughout, cozy up to steaming mugs of glühwein (warm spiced wine) and do as the locals do by collecting different mugs from each stall and town you visit. Embrace the holiday spirit in Germany, the land where many Christmas traditions began, and find the magic of the season in the smiles that you meet along the way.
Please note that most Christmas Markets in Europe end their season on the 23rd of December and will not be available after that date.
8 days
What's Included
Accommodation
Cherrypicked hotels, all tried and trustedAll hotel tips, charges and local taxesOn occasion, hotels of similar standard and location may be utilised
Meals
Breakfast daily and up to half of your evening meals
Transport
Luxury airconditioned coach with WiFi in most countries or alternative transportation (such as rail journeys)
Guide
An expert Travel Director and professional Driver
Others
All porterage and restaurant gratuitiesMustsee sightseeingAudio headsets for flexible sightseeingOptional Experiences and free time
What's Excluded
Itinerary
Step into a winter wonderland with the "German Christmas Markets" tour, an 8-day easy-paced journey crafted for experienced travelers. Beginning in Frankfurt and culminating in Berlin, this trip immerses you in Germany’s festive traditions, from the oompah music and sparkling lights of Weimar’s market squares to the spicy aroma of Glühwein wafting through Berlin’s bustling stalls.
With comfortable hotel accommodation, included transport, and guided sightseeing, you’ll explore iconic landmarks while reveling in the country’s seasonal hospitality. The tour’s unique charm lies in its authentic celebration of German holiday spirit, offering a cozy, cultural escape amid the magic of the Christmas season.
day 1 - Welcome to Frankfurt
Tame your festive wanderlust with the smells of Glhwein 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 Rmerplatz. Later, join your fellow travellers for a light dinner and drinks.
Meals:Dinner
Location Visited:Frankfurt
Accommodation:Sheraton Offenbach
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 for gifts at the Reiterlesmarkt before continuing to Nuremberg with its mighty ramparts and St. Sebald's Church. Our next stop is the famous Christkindlesmarkt where sweet gingerbread hearts hang from the stalls and the famous Zwetschgenmnnle prune men pose in all their Christmas splendour.
Meals:Breakfast, Dinner
Location Visited:Frankfurt, Rothenburg ob der Tauber, Nuremberg
Accommodation:Seminaris
day 3 - Off to Weimar
Ramble past sizzling Bratwurst and steaming vats of Glhwein as you soak up the magical atmosphere of Erfurt's medieval market, where the towering Weinachtspyramiden welcomes you into a world of schnitzel, gingerbread and warming egg punch. Enjoy views of St. Mary's Cathedral and St. Severus Church, then take in the market Ferris wheel and stroll across the iconic Merchants' Bridge the longest inhabited bridge in Europe. Your final stop on today's festive foray is the UNESCO World Heritage town of Weimar, where we end the evening with dinner at your hotel.Note: Tours that start on Thursdays and Fridays will also have the opportunity to experience the Eisenach Christmas Market, held at the storied Wartburg Castle. You can expect an atmospheric setting filled with traditional crafts and cups of steaming Glhwein as the castle's courtyards come alive with centuries-old festive charm.
Meals:Breakfast, Dinner
Location Visited:Nuremberg, Weimar
Accommodation:Leonardo
day 4 - Admire Magical Leipzig and on to Dresden
Feel the festive spirit come alive as you stroll through Leipzig's Christmas market, where over 300 glowing stalls light up the heart of Marktplatz. Sip warming glhwein, browse handcrafted treasures and soak up centuries of tradition. Then, you're off to Dresden, the Florence on the Elbe,' where history comes to life. See the incredible post-war restoration and take in the city's charm before returning to your hotel. The evening is yours to explore more of Dresden at your own pace.
Meals:Breakfast
Location Visited:Leipzig, Dresden
Accommodation:Bilderberg Bellevue Dresden
day 5 - Discover the Festive Atmosphere at Dresden Christmas Markets Dive Into Culture
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.
Meals:Breakfast
Location Visited:Dresden
Accommodation:Bilderberg Bellevue Dresden
day 6 - Journey to Berlin
Discover Berlin's powerful past and dynamic present with your Local Specialist. Hear the stories of East and West Berlin on a sightseeing tour to see iconic landmarks like the Brandenburg Gate, Unter den Linden, the Reichstag and the sprawling Tiergarten. Don't miss the vibrant shopping and entertainment scene on Kurfrstendamm, it's Berlin at its best. In the evening, why not join a memorable Optional Experience? Enjoy delicious German food, wine, beer and music in great company before you take a magical drive through the city at twilight. Watch Berlin's iconic landmarks light up the night skya great way to see this remarkable capital.
Meals:Breakfast
Location Visited:Dresden, Berlin
Accommodation:Sheraton Grand Esplanade
day 7 - Explore Berlin Connect with Locals
Today is yours to explore Berlin at your leisure, or join an Optional Experience to discover Berlin's secret past. With your Local Specialist, uncover the city's hidden history as you visit the Holocaust Memorial, touch a section of the Berlin Wall, and see Checkpoint Charlie. Gain a fascinating understanding of Berlin's WWII and Cold War past on this guided tour. As your journey draws to a close, enjoy a Be My Guest experience with Luis and Camilla at their cosy cafe, Raum Schwalbe. Over a traditional three-course German dinner, your hosts will share stories about their dishes and inspirationa perfect farewell to your Christmas adventure.
Meals:Breakfast, Dinner
Location Visited:Berlin
Accommodation:Sheraton Grand Esplanade
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. Find out more about your free airport transfer at trafalgar.com/freetransfers.
