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German Christmas Markets (Custom Quote from)
$2550
per personEmbark on a 9-day Christmas extravaganza across Germany, starting in Munich where you’ll dive into festive markets and twinkling lights, savoring Bavarian treats and great holiday cheer. Then, journey to Nuremberg, where the legendary Christkindlesmarkt enchants with its medieval charm and festive spirit. In Dresden you’ll be dazzled by the stunning Baroque architecture and the magical Striezelmarkt. Finally, wrap up your adventure in Berlin, where iconic landmarks and vibrant Christmas markets create a thrilling holiday finale full of history, culture, and festive cheer!
9 Days, 8 Nights: Munich, Nuremberg, Dresden, Berlin
ⓘ Every Monday Departure Includes train, hotels, daily breakfast, tour guide, driver, admission fees, private airport and train station transfers
ⓘ Independent Tour Combines the ease of guided excursions with a bit of extra free time and flexibility.
Munuch Highlights
Discover Munich walking tour & Christmas Market Magic
Nuremberg Highlights
The Old Town and Christmas Market & Old Town Guided Walking Tour
Dresden Highlights
Advent Tour with Stollen Tasting, Old Town Guided Walking Tour & Historic City Walking Tour with Christmas Market
Berlin Highlights
Berlin Walking Tour
Choice of Hotels
Classic 
, Premium or Deluxe Hotels
ⓘ Upgrade to Flex Date
You pick your departure dates with select trip upgrades and personalizations
Munich Skyline with historic church spires against a backdrop of modern architecture
Semper Opera House, Dresden
Hauptmarkt in Nuremberg-
Family time with spirit of Christmas
Christmas Market in Berlin
Berlin Cathedral
8 Night Accommodation
Itinerary
DAY 1: ARRIVE MUNICH
Arrive at Munich Airport (MUC), then private transfer to the hotel.
Munich is a city where Bavarian tradition meets modern sophistication, from savoring hearty pretzels and beer at the iconic Hofbräuhaus to exploring stunning architecture and vibrant festivals like Christmas markets and Oktoberfest, all set against the backdrop of the picturesque Alps.
. 2 Nights in Munich.
Meals: None
DAY 2: MUNICH CITY TOUR & CHRISTMAS MARKET
Join the Discover Munich walking tour (small group, 2 hours@2pm). Visit the Marienplatz (Munich’s historical central square) and see the Rathaus-Glockenspiel (a charming clock tower spectacle that reenacts historical events with life-sized figurines and mechanical chimes). Get insider tips on the best places to eat and drink beer. See key historic attractions as well as some hidden ones.
Followed by Christmas Market Magic with a local guide (1 hour @5:30pm or 7pm).
See Munich through a local’s eyes, uncovering the city’s true essence. Learn about the cherished local traditions that make this season special. Savor seasonal local delights that define Munich’s festive culinary scene. Enjoy the intimacy of a small group, with a maximum of 6 travelers. Get top local tips on the best bars, cafes, and restaurants.
Meals: Breakfast
DAY 3: MUNICH – NUREMBERG | OLD TOWN AND CHRISTMAS MARKET
Transfer from the hotel to Munich train station and take the train to Nuremberg (standard class), then transfer to the hotel.
This afternoon we explore the Old Town and Christmas Market (group, 1.5 hrs @2:30pm, 4:30pm or 6:30pm). Explore the medieval city of Nuremberg and admire the Imperial Castle and Albrecht Dürer’s House. Stroll through the old town and see many historic squares, medieval buildings, and beautiful churches. Visit the world-famous Christmas market and enjoy the festive atmosphere with a glass of hot mulled wine.
. 2 Nights in Nuremberg Meals: Breakfast
DAY 4: NUREMBERG OLD TOWN WALKING TOUR
This afternoon you’ll learn more about the city’s history from your local guide with the Old Town Guided Walking Tour (group, 1.5 hrs @2pm). Visit the Main Market Square. Enjoy the views over the medieval old town. Discover secret spots and hidden corners.
Meals: Breakfast
DAY 5: NUREMBERG – DRESDEN | ADVENT TOUR
Transfer from the hotel to Nuremberg train station and take the train to Dresden (standard class), then transfer to the hotel.
Advent Tour with Stollen Tasting on (group, 1.5 hours @4pm)
in Germany, during the Advent season leading up to Christmas. It often involves visits to Christmas markets, holiday concerts, and special tours of historic sites, all adorned with seasonal decorations.
Discover the city’s three most beautiful Christmas markets during a tour through Dresden’s Old Town. Find out more about Christmas traditions in Saxony and stroll through the festively-decorated Old Town. See the Semper Opera, the Zwinger and the Frauenkirche.
Try an original Dresden stollen.
. 2 Nights in Dresden Meals: Breakfast
DAY 6: DRESDEN OLD TOWN WALKING TOUR
This morning we join the Old Town Guided Walking Tour (group, 2.5 hrs @11am).
Hear about its past and present from a local guide. Unearth the hidden treasures and timeless charm of Dresden. Come and get ready for an endless discovery of rich art, history and culture.
This afternoon we join the Historic City Walking Tour with Christmas Market (group, 2 hrs @2:30pm).
Explore the beautiful squares and buildings of Dresden, and learn their stories. Stroll through the baroque Zwinger (a grand palace known for its stunning architecture, gardens, and art collections, epitomizing the opulence of the Baroque era) and the public areas of the Royal Palace. Learn about Dresden as a cultural capital of art and music. See the oldest Christmas market in Germany and get insider tips on delicious local food and wine.
Meals: Breakfast
DAY 7: DRESDEN – BERLIN
Transfer from the hotel to Dresden train station and take the train to Berlin (standard class), then transfer to the hotel.
The rest of the day is free.
Berlin is the capital of Germany, where history and innovation collide. It offers everything from the awe-inspiring remnants of the Berlin Wall to cutting-edge art scenes, all set against a backdrop of dynamic nightlife and diverse culinary adventures.
. 2 Nights in Berlin Meals: Breakfast
DAY 8: BERLIN WALKING TOUR
Today we enjoy the Berlin Walking Tour (group, 4 hours @9am, 10:30am, 12pm or 2pm).
Explore all the major sights of Berlin on a comprehensive walking tour. Visit Checkpoint Charlie (the most famous crossing point between East and West Berlin during the Cold War) and the Brandenburg Gate (a historic neoclassical monument). Visit Museum Island (a UNESCO World Heritage site that houses five of the city’s most significant museums). Discover the scene of the Nazi book burning in Bebelplatz. Stand over the site of Hitler’s suicide in his underground bunker.
Meals: Breakfast
DAY 9: DEPART BERLIN
After breakfast, transfer to Berlin Airport (BER) for your flight home to the USA or Canada.
Meals: Breakfast
*Hotel check-out time is generally around 11 am. If your flight departs in the evening or past midnight, we suggest you consider adding a post-tour hotel night during booking, to be comfortable and well rested before your flight home.
*The duration and start time of excursions are subject to change without prior notice.
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