Tour suggestion
Day 1: Arrival in Berlin
Arrival at Berlin Airport and transfer to your hotel. Depending on your arrival time, enjoy your first impressions of Germany's vibrant capital, beautifully decorated for the festive season. Dinner and overnight in Berlin.
Day 2: Berlin
Discover Berlin during a guided sightseeing tour including the Brandenburg Gate, Reichstag, Checkpoint Charlie and Museum Island. Afterwards, enjoy free time to explore one of Berlin's traditional Christmas Markets, where festive lights, handcrafted gifts and seasonal treats create a magical atmosphere. Dinner and overnight in Berlin.
Day 3: Berlin – Dresden
Travel to Dresden, home to Germany's oldest Christmas Market, the famous Striezelmarkt. During a guided city tour you will discover the Frauenkirche, Zwinger Palace and Semper Opera House (outside) before enjoying the festive market in the evening. Dinner and overnight in Dresden.
Day 4: Dresden – Nuremberg
Continue south to Nuremberg, whose Christkindlesmarkt is considered one of the world's most famous Christmas Markets. After a guided city tour through the medieval Old Town, spend the evening exploring the festive stalls and tasting local specialties such as Nürnberger Bratwurst and Lebkuchen. Dinner and overnight in Nuremberg.
Day 5: Nuremberg – Rothenburg ob der Tauber – Munich
Travel along Germany's Romantic Road with a stop in Rothenburg ob der Tauber, where the enchanting medieval streets and the famous Käthe Wohlfahrt Christmas Village create a unique festive atmosphere all year round. Continue to Munich. Dinner and overnight.
Day 6: Munich
Today discover Bavaria's capital during a guided walking tour including Marienplatz, Viktualienmarkt and the historic city centre. Afterwards enjoy Munich's famous Christmas Market in front of the Town Hall or visit one of the city's many themed Christmas Markets. Dinner and overnight in Munich.
Day 7: Neuschwanstein Castle & Bavarian Alps
Visit the fairytale Neuschwanstein Castle surrounded by the winter scenery of the Bavarian Alps. On your return to Munich there will be time to enjoy another festive Christmas Market or a traditional Bavarian dinner. Overnight in Munich.
Day 8: Munich – Esslingen – Freiburg
Travel west to the charming medieval town of Esslingen, famous for its unique Medieval Christmas Market with craftsmen, jugglers and historical performances. Continue to Freiburg in the Black Forest. Dinner and overnight.
Day 9: Black Forest & Ravenna Gorge Christmas Market
Today you will experience one of Germany's most spectacular Christmas Markets, located beneath the impressive arches of the Ravenna Viaduct in the heart of the Black Forest. Surrounded by forests and mountains, this market offers a truly unforgettable Christmas atmosphere. Dinner and overnight in Freiburg.
Day 10: Alsace Christmas Markets
Cross the border into France and discover the magical Christmas Markets of Colmar and Strasbourg, often referred to as the 'Capital of Christmas'. Wander through beautifully decorated streets filled with lights, festive music and Alsatian traditions. Return to Freiburg for dinner and overnight.
Day 11: Freiburg – Rhine Valley – Cologne
Travel north through the picturesque Rhine Valley. Enjoy a relaxing Rhine River Cruise before continuing to Cologne. In the evening visit Cologne's spectacular Cathedral Christmas Market. Dinner and overnight.
Day 12: Cologne
Enjoy a guided city tour including Cologne Cathedral, the Old Town and the Rhine promenade. Afterwards explore the city's various Christmas Markets, each with its own unique character and festive atmosphere. Dinner and overnight.
Day 13: Excursion to Aachen
Today's excursion takes you to the historic city of Aachen, home to one of Germany's oldest and most charming Christmas Markets, set around the UNESCO-listed Cathedral and Town Hall. Return to Cologne for your farewell dinner.
Day 14: Cologne
Enjoy a relaxed final day for shopping, visiting your favourite Christmas Market once more or simply soaking up the festive atmosphere along the Rhine. Farewell dinner and overnight in Cologne.
Day 15: Departure
After breakfast, transfer to Frankfurt Airport (or Cologne Airport depending on your flight schedule) for your departure.
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