Itinerary Highlights:

• Berlin: Discover the vibrant history and dazzling holiday lights of Germany’s capital.
• Leipzig: Wander through the charming Leipzig Christmas Market and visit the iconic Thomaskirche.
• Dresden: Stay two nights in this magical city, home to the Striezelmarkt, Germany’s oldest Christmas market.
• Nuremberg: Immerse yourself in the festive atmosphere of the world-famous Christkindlesmarkt.
• Rothenburg ob der Tauber: Stroll the cobblestone streets of this medieval town, brimming with holiday charm.
• Munich: Spend three nights in Bavaria’s capital, exploring its famous markets, tasting seasonal delights, and discovering unique Advent traditions.
  

Trip Itinerary:

DEPART USA:

Board your overnight flight from the USA to Rome (flight not included).

DAY 1: Arrive in Berlin

Tame your festive wanderlust with the smells of Gluhwein and Stollen on this magical journey that begins in Berlin. On arrival, you have one group transfer from Berlin's Brandenburg Airport to your hotel. Join your Travel Director for dinner and the opportunity to mingle and get to know each other, over a delightful evening of good food and wine. 

Meal(s):Welcome Dinner 

Hotel(s): Vienna House Andel's Berlin

DAY 2: The Spirit of Berlin

Join your Local Specialist to see the highlights of Berlin. Your exploration includes viewing the Brandenburg Gate, State Opera House, remnants of the Berlin Wall, Unter den Linden and the restored Reichstag Building. Later on, feel free to soak up the Weihnachtszauber, or Christmas magic, at the Gendarmenmarkt, Berlin's most magnificent square, framed by the Concert Hall and near identical French and German cathedrals. 

Meal(s):Breakfast

DAY 3: Leipzig and on to Dresden (2 nights)

Journey south to Leipzig to visit Bach's Thomaskirche and the medieval market square behind it. Renowned for its musical and culinary delights, the Leipzig Christmas Market is one of the most beautiful in Germany, with around 250 stalls located on the city's historic market square. Enjoy its great traditions, which date back to the 15th century, before continuing to Dresden. 

Meal(s):Breakfast 

Hotel(s): Radisson Blu Park Hotel Dresden Radebeul

DAY 4: Dresden Sightseeing

Your guided tour with a Local Specialist will continue past the colossal 'Procession of the Dukes' mosaic, the cathedral, Semper Opera House and Zwinger Palace. Gaze in awe at the Frauenkirche, risen once again from wartime ashes. Join our Local Specialist for an exploration of Dresden Christmas markets and consider a tasting of the local christstollen. 

Meal(s):Breakfast

DAY 5: Continue to Nuremberg

Journey on to Nuremberg, where the Christkindlmarkt stalls are donned in traditional red and white cloth. Surrounded by ancient ramparts and watchtowers, look out for the Nuremberg Plum People while you explore or shop for local treats such as Rostbratwurste, Lebkuchen or Gluhwein. 

Meal(s):Breakfast, Hotel Dinner 

Hotel(s): Holiday Inn Nurnberg City Center

DAY 6: Rothenburg ob-der-Tauber and on to Munich (3 nights)

Venture through the heart of Germany to Rothenburg ob-der-Tauber, one of the best-preserved medieval towns in all of Europe. Why not stroll through the cobbled streets to the year-round Christmas Shop? Here it is Christmas 365 days of the year! Later, follow parts of the meandering Romantic Road to the Bavarian capital. 

Meal(s):Breakfast 

Hotel(s): The Rilano Hotel Munich

DAY 7: Munich Sightseeing

Join a Local Specialist for a unique guided journey through Munich's Advent traditions on a MAKE TRAVEL MATTER® Experience. In Marienplatz beside the soaring Town Hall, see the famous Glockenspiel. Beneath the gigantic Christmas tree, Munich's traditional Christmas Market is an entrancing festival of light and music. The rest of the day is free. 

Meal(s):Breakfast

DAY 8: Munich at Leisure 

Enjoy a free day to explore Munich at your own pace. Consider joining an Optional Experience to view Neuschwanstein Castle and visit the world-renowned passion-play village of Oberammergau. In the evening, join your friends for a festive dinner with wine and good cheer at a local gasthof.

Meal(s):Breakfast, Dinner

DAY 9: Depart Munich

Auf Wiedersehen! After breakfast, your one group departure transfer arrives at Munich airport.