Overview
Experience the enchantment of Germany's world-famous Christmas markets on this festive winter journey. Visit the most beautiful and traditional Christkindlmarkt celebrations, where twinkling lights, wooden chalets, and the aroma of glühwein and gingerbread create magical holiday atmosphere. This seasonal tour combines Christmas market visits with winter sightseeing in historic cities. Perfect for experiencing authentic German Christmas traditions, shopping for handcrafted ornaments, and celebrating the holiday season in its most charming setting.
Trip Highlights
- Nuremberg Christkindlesmarkt
- Munich Christmas markets
- Rothenburg Christmas village
- Traditional German Christmas foods
- Handcrafted ornaments and gifts
- Festive winter atmosphere
What's Included
- Daily Breakfast
- Luxury Hotel Accommodations
- Airport Transfers
- Christmas Market Tours
- Glühwein Tastings
- Festive Dinners
Detailed Itinerary
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Day 1: Arrival in Munich
- Morning (11:00 AM - 2:00 PM): Arrive in Munich. Check into your hotel.
- Afternoon (2:00 PM - 6:00 PM): Visit Munich's Christmas markets at Marienplatz and around the city. Browse stalls selling ornaments, crafts, and gifts.
- Evening (6:00 PM - 9:00 PM): Welcome dinner. Sample roasted almonds, lebkuchen, and glühwein.
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Day 2: Munich & Nymphenburg
- Morning (9:00 AM - 1:00 PM): Visit Nymphenburg Palace decorated for Christmas. Explore more Munich Christmas markets.
- Afternoon (2:00 PM - 6:00 PM): Free time for shopping and enjoying the festive atmosphere.
- Evening (6:00 PM - 9:00 PM): Traditional Bavarian Christmas dinner.
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Day 3: Nuremberg
- Morning (9:00 AM - 1:00 PM): Train to Nuremberg. Visit the famous Nuremberg Christkindlesmarkt, Germany's most renowned Christmas market.
- Afternoon (2:00 PM - 6:00 PM): Explore Nuremberg's medieval old town and castle. Shop for traditional Nuremberg gingerbread and ornaments.
- Evening (6:00 PM - 9:00 PM): Overnight in Nuremberg. Dinner featuring Nuremberg bratwurst.
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Day 4: Rothenburg
- Morning (9:00 AM - 1:00 PM): Drive to Rothenburg ob der Tauber. Visit the Reiterlesmarkt Christmas market in this fairy-tale medieval town.
- Afternoon (2:00 PM - 6:00 PM): Visit the Käthe Wohlfahrt Christmas Village, a year-round Christmas store. Explore the snowy medieval streets.
- Evening (6:00 PM - 9:00 PM): Overnight in Rothenburg. Festive dinner.
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Day 5: Return to Munich
- Morning (9:00 AM - 1:00 PM): Return to Munich. Final Christmas market visits.
- Afternoon (2:00 PM - 6:00 PM): Free time for last-minute shopping.
- Evening (6:00 PM - 9:00 PM): Farewell Christmas dinner.
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Day 6: Departure
- Morning: Transfer to Munich Airport for departure.
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