Christmas Markets in Germany
Get in the Festive Spirit at The Christmas Markets
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Trip Highlights
- Tick off Germany’s most iconic Christmas markets
- Make your own gingerbread men and enjoy a local wine tasting
- Step into a fairytale at the Sleeping Beauty Castle
- Party all night in Munich
- Wander Germany’s lesser-known Christmassy towns
Trip Overview
It’s the most magical time of year! Get ready for seven days of pure festive joy. Picture yourself sipping mulled wine, baking gingerbread men, exploring snowy castles and ticking off Germany’s world-famous Christmas markets. From fairy-lit Frankfurt to Munich beer halls, welcome to the ultimate winter wonderland. Sleigh bells ring… You coming?
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- 6 nights of accommodation
- 6 breakfasts, 1 lunch and 1 dinner
- All in-trip transport excluding airport transfers
- Group leader
- Frankfurt walking tour
- Frankfurt’s Christmas Market
- Rhine river cruise
- Wine tasting
- Cologne walking tour
- Cologne’s Christmas Market
- Heidelberg Castle viewpoint
- Stuttgart’s Christmas Garden
- Nuremberg walking tour with local guide
- Gingerbread-making class
- Dachau concentration camp memorial visit
- Munich walking tour
- Neuschwanstein Castle viewpoint
- 24-hour emergency support
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Day 1: Frankfurt
It's that time of year! Give a warm welcome to your new friends for the holidays. You'll feel like a second family in no time. Dive straight into Frankfurt, where our very first Christmas market awaits. Breathe in the delicious smells of roasted nuts, spiced apple wine, marzipan cookies... Today's plan? Eat, shop, repeat!
Day 2: Frankfurt to Cologne
Cruise down the Rhine this morning, where stone castles and gingerbread-style homes meet glistening waters. Then hop off for wine-tasting! Sip and swirl the local wines in a traditional cellar. Tonight you'll fall in love at first sight with Cologne. Tick off the giant cathedral, ice-skate under the twinkling lights, and take your pick of 15 different Christmas markets. Yep, 15!
Day 3: Heidelberg and Stuttgart
"Should I move here?" is the first thing you'll say in Heidelberg. Climb up to its famous castle and stroll around the cosy markets. Later we'll tear ourselves to Stuttgart. All the lights come out in the Christmas Garden after twilight. Listen to traditional nativity music, sipping mulled wine tonight... Even the Grinch could get in the festive spirit here!
Day 4: Rothenburg and Nuremberg
Just when you think you couldn't feel any more Christmassy, we're ticking off Germany's most iconic town. Rothenburg is a photographer's dream, famed for its pastel homes and cobbled lanes. Pull into Nuremberg later on, with a local guide filling you in 1,000 years of history. No spoilers, but some call this one the world's BEST Christmas market... You can be the judge!
Day 5: Nuremberg to Munich
Ready, set, bake! This morning, we're making and decorating our very own gingerbread men. There's no better souvenir than a traditional recipe, after all! Later today, Munich's grand city squares are calling. First, we'll soak in the buzzing festive energy. Then Munich is all yours. Beer halls, bar crawls, or for something seasonal, partying at the Pink Christmas Market. Take your pick!
Day 6: Neuschwanstein Castle and Munich
Some views are like a fairytale... Neuschwanstein Castle literally inspired the Sleeping Beauty animation! Now that you've got a full camera roll, it's time to fill your belly. Munich's Christmas Markets have the tastiest treats, whether you fancy sweet or savoury. Tonight's farewell dinner is on us, and we're taking you to a traditional beer hall. It won't be long until we're all dancing to the oompah band. Prost!
Day 7: Finish in Munich
We're merry and bright, but now it's time to say goodbye. Pack your bags, hug your best friends, and wish each other the happiest of Christmases.
Please note activities and itineraries are subject to change.
Accommodation
6 nights of hotel accommodation is included. You will be staying in triple-share rooms.
Meals
6 breakfasts, 1 lunch and 1 dinner are included. Your group leader has got the best recommendations on where to eat, drink and party during your free time.
Germany’s Christmas markets are a dream come true for delicious food. Bratwurst, potato pancakes, traditional noodles, baked breads and hot cheeses are popular savoury options. For sweet treats, you’ve got gingerbread, sugary doughnuts, roasted nuts and hot chocolate. Not to mention mulled wine and spiced apple cider!
If you have any dietary requirements, please let us know upon booking.
Arrival Information:
Arrival = Frankfurt (FRA)
Departure = Munich (MUC)
Arrival Transfer = Arrival transfers are not included for this trip, however, making your own way to the starting accommodation is easy. We’ll provide you with clear arrival information and full instructions after booking.
Age & Eligibility:
This trip is designed for travellers aged 18 to 35.
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