German Christmas Market Experience
Feel the Christmas spirit in Deutschland
Experience the historic Christmas Markets of Germany on this 6-night adventure! Nibble on gingerbread and sip on mulled wine as you discover the picturesque cities of Munich, Nuremberg, Dresden and Berlin.
What's Included
- Roundtrip economy class airfare into Munich (MUC), out of Berlin (TXL)
- Roundtrip private airport transfers
- 3 nights in Munich at the Eden Hotel Wolff, or similar
- Munich Hop-on/Hop-off City Tour (24-hours)
- Roundtrip standard-class rail from Munich to Nuremberg
- Nuremberg Christmas pass
- One-way standard class rail from Munich to Berlin
- 3 nights in Berlin at the Hollywood Media Hotel, or similar
- Berlin Hop-on/Hop-off City Tour (24-hours)
- Roundtrip standard-class rail from Berlin to Dresden
- Dresden Hop-on/Hop-off City Tour (24-hours)
- Buffet breakfast daily
Great Ways to Explore
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Visit markets in Munich, Nuremberg, Dresden and Berlin - each different in size and style, yet equally magical!
- Founded in 1434, the Dresden Christmas Market is one of the oldest in Germany!
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Discover the nearly 400-year old “Christkindlesmarkt“ in Nuremberg!
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Sample the regional holiday specialties; try a piping hot cup of Apfelwein (apple cider) or Christstollen (egg bread with candied fruit) in Dresden.
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Explore Germany's largest nativity market, found in Munich.
Experience holiday joy in Germany! Christmas markets are an exciting and colorful German tradition; the Advent season is an enchanting time with sparkling lights and beautifully decorated streets.
Take an afternoon stroll and savor typical regional dishes accompanied by a glass of Glühwein (mulled wine). Visit charming medieval towns and modern cities to soak up the German culture. Get into the festive holiday spirit and wait for the first snowflakes to fall.
You'll start your adventure in Munich, the perfect city to get a taste of true Bavaria! Explore biergartens serving traditional German pretzels and Bavarian beer, of which there are over 40 types and 4,000 different brands. In Munich you'll find several holiday markets, including the largest nativity market in Germany. Visit the traditional Christmas Market at the main square, Marienplatz and enjoy views of the almost 100-foot tree illuminated by 2,500 Christmas lights!
After a ride on the German rail you'll arrive in historic Nuremberg, home to one of the most famous markets in the world, the Christkindlesmarkt. More than 30 of the stalls have actually been operating since the 1800s! Spend a day here exploring and shopping before returning to Munich.
Next stop on your holiday adventure is Germany's capital city, Berlin. The magnetic energy of the city crackles through the air, especially during the holiday season. Berlin is host to several Christmas markets; some offer views of iconic buildings illuminated, some offer ice skating, all are magical and memorable. From Berlin, you'll enjoy a day trip to Dresden, a city completely destroyed and rebuilt after WWII. As home to one of the oldest Christmas markets in Germany, you'll enjoy authentic homemade wares and traditional sips and nibbles. Return from your day trip to enjoy one final night in Berlin before it's time to go home!
Please note that some recommendations in the following suggested itinerary may not be included in your package. Check What's Included above for full details on inclusions.
- Roundtrip economy class airfare into Munich (MUC), out of Berlin (TXL)
- Roundtrip private airport transfers
- 3 nights in Munich at the Eden Hotel Wolff, or similar
- Munich Hop-on/Hop-off City Tour (24-hours)
- Roundtrip standard-class rail from Munich to Nuremberg
- Nuremberg Christmas pass
- One-way standard class rail from Munich to Berlin
- 3 nights in Berlin at the Hollywood Media Hotel, or similar
- Berlin Hop-on/Hop-off City Tour (24-hours)
- Roundtrip standard-class rail from Berlin to Dresden
- Dresden Hop-on/Hop-off City Tour (24-hours)
- Buffet breakfast daily
-
Visit markets in Munich, Nuremberg, Dresden and Berlin - each different in size and style, yet equally magical!
- Founded in 1434, the Dresden Christmas Market is one of the oldest in Germany!
-
Discover the nearly 400-year old “Christkindlesmarkt“ in Nuremberg!
-
Sample the regional holiday specialties; try a piping hot cup of Apfelwein (apple cider) or Christstollen (egg bread with candied fruit) in Dresden.
-
Explore Germany's largest nativity market, found in Munich.
Experience holiday joy in Germany! Christmas markets are an exciting and colorful German tradition; the Advent season is an enchanting time with sparkling lights and beautifully decorated streets.
Take an afternoon stroll and savor typical regional dishes accompanied by a glass of Glühwein (mulled wine). Visit charming medieval towns and modern cities to soak up the German culture. Get into the festive holiday spirit and wait for the first snowflakes to fall.
You'll start your adventure in Munich, the perfect city to get a taste of true Bavaria! Explore biergartens serving traditional German pretzels and Bavarian beer, of which there are over 40 types and 4,000 different brands. In Munich you'll find several holiday markets, including the largest nativity market in Germany. Visit the traditional Christmas Market at the main square, Marienplatz and enjoy views of the almost 100-foot tree illuminated by 2,500 Christmas lights!
After a ride on the German rail you'll arrive in historic Nuremberg, home to one of the most famous markets in the world, the Christkindlesmarkt. More than 30 of the stalls have actually been operating since the 1800s! Spend a day here exploring and shopping before returning to Munich.
Next stop on your holiday adventure is Germany's capital city, Berlin. The magnetic energy of the city crackles through the air, especially during the holiday season. Berlin is host to several Christmas markets; some offer views of iconic buildings illuminated, some offer ice skating, all are magical and memorable. From Berlin, you'll enjoy a day trip to Dresden, a city completely destroyed and rebuilt after WWII. As home to one of the oldest Christmas markets in Germany, you'll enjoy authentic homemade wares and traditional sips and nibbles. Return from your day trip to enjoy one final night in Berlin before it's time to go home!
Please note that some recommendations in the following suggested itinerary may not be included in your package. Check What's Included above for full details on inclusions.
Day 1. Welcome to Munich!
Say hallo to Munich, then enjoy a private transfer to your accommodation. Unwind, then begin exploring the city!
Why not start your adventure in Germany with a pint at Hofbrauhaus, one of Munich's oldest beer halls?
Transfer to Munich hotel
Check-in - Eden Hotel Wolff
Day 2. Munich
Today you can explore the city at your own pace, using your Hop-on/Hop-off bus ticket. You can hop off at any stop and take your time to get to know the city.Â
Explore the traditional Christmas market of Munich, located around the Marienplatz square with its historic City Hall. A few steps away, you will find the largest nativity market in Germany. These stalls sell everything you need to create a beautiful nativity for your Christmas celebration.
Munich Hop-on/Hop-off City Tour (24-hours)
Day 3. Munich - Nuremberg - Munich
In the morning, you’ll travel by train to Nuremberg. Nuremberg is an interesting mix of a modern city with half a million inhabitants, and a medieval center surrounded by 3 miles of wall.
Spend your free time visiting the old town, and browse the most famous Christmas market in Germany: the Christkindlesmarkt. This almost 400-year old market attracts more than two million visitors a year. Soak up the ambiance of this medieval setting and treat yourself to some typical local Christmas treats, such as the original Nuremberg spice bread, traditional sausages and the largest sugar rum punch in the world. You'll be able to use the Christmas pass for the day!
In the evening, you'll return to your hotel in Munich via train.
Train to Nuremberg!
Day 4. Munich - Berlin
Today, you'll take a scenic train ride from Munich to Berlin! Upon arrival, you'll check into your hotel. The rest of the evening is yours to spend at-leisure.Â
Train to Berlin
Check-in - Hollywood Media Hotel Berlin
Stay among at least 4 stars and the ghosts of the silver screen at the Hollywood Media in the heart of Berlin, right on Kurfurstendamm shopping street. The hotel offers a free spa, a Finnish sauna and steam room, a solarium, a small gym, 2 restaurants, daily breakfast, and snacks and cocktails at the bar.
Rooms all feature Hollywood stars or directors, and are equipped with a minibar, a Smart TV, air conditioning, coffee and tea making facilities, a desk, hypo-allergenic bedding upon request, and private bathrooms complete with a hairdryer and complimentary toiletries. The Uhlandstrasse Subway Station is a 5-minute walk away, the Berlin Zoo and Savignyplatz Square are 15 minutes away, and the area is packed with amazing shopping opportunities and mouthwatering restaurants.
Day 5. Berlin
Today you have the entire day to discover Berlin at your own pace with a 24-hour Hop-on/Hop-off bus ticket. Visit Berlin’s famous sights such as the Kurfurstendamm, the Brandenburg Gate, and Potsdam Square.
Every year, during the Advent period, Berlin is bathed in colorful festive lights. The grand boulevards and squares, as well as the small side streets and museums, are beautifully decorated and radiate the holiday spirit. The Gendarmenmarkt, one of the most beautiful squares in the city, provides a charming setting for the traditional Christmas market. Consider also shopping at KaDaWe, the famous department store!
Berlin Hop-on/Hop-off City Tour (24-hours)
Day 6. Berlin - Dresden - Berlin
One final ride on the German rail - make sure to bring snacks!Â
Enjoy access to your Dresden Hop-On/Hop-Off bus to see the most magnificent sights! Explore the highlights of this stunning baroque city and visit the famous Christmas market, Striezelmarkt, one of the oldest and largest Christmas markets in Germany. The market is named after a traditional Dresden Christmas cake, known as Strietzel.Â
This afternoon, you'll return to Berlin by train. Spend one final evening indulging in delicious German cuisine!
Train to Dresden!
Day 7. Depart Germany
Your German holiday tour comes to an end today. Enjoy a private transfer to the airport in accordance with your departure flight.
Transfer to Berlin airport (TXL)
Fly home!
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