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Christmas Markets of Austria, Germany & Switzerland – 7-Night Tour

Experience the magic of the Christmas Markets of Austria, Germany, and Switzerland on this 7-night escorted coach tour. Journey from Vienna, Austria to Zurich, Switzerland, and discover the rich cultural heritage of these beautiful countries. A Local Specialist will guide you through the enchanting cities of Vienna and Salzburg. Other highlights include Munich, Oberammergau, Innsbruck, and Lucerne.
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Christmas Markets of Austria, Germany & Switzerland – 7-Night Tour

Dates Available:
November 30, 2023 - from $2,750
December 5, 2023 - from $2,750
DEPARTURE DATE: November 30, 2023
Countries Visited: Austria, Germany, Switzerland

OVERVIEW

Fill your festive cheer with candles, carols, snowflakes and stollen as you wander past heaving market stalls and pay tribute to old-world traditions, local craftsmanship and mesmerising city backdrops.

SIGHTSEEING HIGHLIGHTS:

Explore Vienna and Salzburg with a Local Specialist

Discover Munich, Oberammergau, Innsbruck and Lucerne

Visit the Christmas Markets of Vienna, Salzburg, Munich, Innsbruck, Lucerne and Vaduz, the capital of Liechtenstein

View Mozart's birthplace in Salzburg, the Marienplatz in Munich, the Golden Roof in Innsbruck and the Lion Monument and Chapel Bridge in Lucerne

See stunning alpine scenery

Travel Dates & Pricing

TRAVEL DATEPRICETYPE
November 30, 2023from $2,750 CADPer Person
December 5, 2023from $2,750 CADPer Person

What's Included

  • 7 night escorted coach tour from Vienna Austria to Zurich Switzerland
  • 7 night accommodation
  • 7 Breakfasts, 1 Welcome Reception, 1 Lunch, 2 Dinners
  • An expert Travel Director and professional Driver
  • All porterage and restaurant gratuities
  • All hotel tips, charges and local taxes
  • Must-see sightseeing and surprise extras
  • Audio headsets for flexible sightseeing
  • Luxury air-conditioned coach with Wi-Fi (where available)
  • Optional Experiences and free time
  • Taxes

Itinerary

DAYDATEPLACE
1Thu Nov 30Vienna, Austria
2Fri Dec 1Vienna, Austria
3Sat Dec 2Salzburg, Austria - Munich, Germany
4Sun Dec 3Munich, Germany
5Mon Dec 4Innsbruck, Austria
6Tue Dec 5Lucerne, Switzerland
7Wed Dec 6Lucerne, Switzerland
8Thu Dec 7Zurich, Switzerland

Day 1 – Welcome to Vienna

Write your very own Christmas story on a festive foray to some of Europe’s most magical Christmas markets. Our journey begins in Vienna, which you will have an opportunity to explore before meeting your Travel Director and fellow travellers for an orientation drive followed by a Welcome Reception with drinks and a light meal.

Day 2 – Discover Vienna’s Spectacular Christmas Markets

Join your Local Specialist for a sightseeing tour of the Austrian capital, from its Parliament and City Hall to the grand State Opera House and Hofburg Palace, once the winter palace the Habsburgs, one of the most powerful royal houses of Europe. We feed our Christmas spirit with a visit to the enchanting Christkindlmarkt this afternoon and feast on delicious gingerbread and Glühwein, wandering past wooden stalls piled high with handcrafted toys, seasonal gifts and tasty festive fare.

Day 3 – Journey to Munich

Venture along the scenic Danube Valley to Mozart’s beloved Salzburg, where we’ll Dive Into Culture with a Local Specialist on a walking tour to see the Mirabell Gardens and other sights that featured in the filming of the ‘Sound of Music’. Later, travel past beautiful alpine landscapes to Munich, the capital of Bavaria. This evening, we dine at our hotel.

Day 4 – Enjoy Bavarian Munich’s Magical Christmas Markets

Bundle up warmly and join your Travel Director on an orientation tour of one of Germany’s liveliest cities. Embrace the festive cheer in Marienplatz with its impressive Town Hall and the ornate Glockenspiel. Then, spend the rest of your day savouring the sights, sounds and smells of Munich’s Christmas market – a dazzling display of twinkling lights, carols and a magnificent Christmas tree. Continue your feast and indulge in Munich’s unrivalled hospitality with an optional visit to enjoy the Gemütlichkeit atmosphere at one of Munich’s most traditional restaurants.

Day 5 – Off to Innsbruck

We leave Munich behind and travel through the romantic Bavarian countryside en route to Oberammergau, which hosts the poignant Passion Play every ten years. Admire the village’s intricate woodcarvings and elaborate frescoes depicting Bavarian themes before continuing to Innsbruck. Indulge in delicious Kiachl doughnuts at the bustling Christmas market before returning to your hotel for dinner.

Day 6 – Venture to Lucerne

A winter wonderland beckons as we see the ski jump that towers over Innsbruck before continuing to Vaduz to view its turreted castle, perched perfectly above the Liechtenstein capital. Our final stop today is Lucerne, where we’ll spend the next two nights. Our orientation tour of the city takes us past the sad Lion of Lucerne and the famous wooden Chapel Bridge.

Day 7 – Explore Lucerne’s Festive Glittering Lights

This morning choose to join your Travel Director for an Optional Experience to the peak of a nearby mountain top. Embrace the Yuletide cheer in true Swiss-style during a visit to Lucerne’s Christmas market at Franziskanerplatz, in the heart of the city’s Old Town. Ramble past traditional wooden stalls, a warm mug of Glühwein in hand, and admire the swirling Christmas carousel, filled with the joyful sounds of happy children. For lunch we celebrate our magical journey together during an exclusive Be My Guest experience filled with Christmas cheer as you Connect With Locals in their home.
The rest of the day is yours to spend at leisure or perhaps join an optional cruise on Lake Lucerne.

Day 8 – Journey Home

We bid a festive farewell to our travel companions, returning home with magical Christmas memories. Find out more about available airport transfers at trafalgar.com/freetransfers.

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