December 5, 2025 - December 13, 2025
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Christmas Market Wonderland
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Duration: 9 Days
Group: Lifescape Vacations
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Indulge in one of the most enchanting places in the world, the Christmas Markets of Germany and Austria. Twinkle lights, festive food, remarkable ornaments, mulled wine, carols, old-world traditions, and the lovely, sweet smells of freshly baked apple strudel. The enchantment continues with visits to the fairytale castle of Neuschwanstein Castle and the sparkling Swarovski Crystal World. This tour includes unique experiences such as food tours and a Tyrolean Austrian show.
Day 1: Dec 5 Arrive in Munich D
Welcome to Munich! On arrival at the airport today transfer to the hotel. The rest of the day is at leisure until this evening, when you have a welcome dinner at the hotel or a local restaurant (3 course menu or buffet: drinks excluded)
Accommodation: Holiday Inn Munich City Centre for 2 nights
Day 2: Dec 6 Munich B
Breakfast at the hotel. Today enjoy a guided tour of Munich. A walking tour will give you the opportunity to admire the fine architecture and sights of Munich. View the stately buildings surrounding the Marienplatz (Mary's Square), including the dramatic Gothic architecture of The Old City Hall. The impressive facade of the New Town Hall with its cheerfully animated and melodic “Glockenspiel”, will be certain to entrance visitors. Walk onwards to the Odeonsplatz, with its grand square and buildings built in the 19th century.
Later, visit the Christmas Markets. Our suggestions are:
Tollwood Festival: This special Christmas Market is situated on the “Theresienwiese”, the same spot where the Oktoberfest takes place. It is a market with lots of hand-made stuff and delicious food from all over the world and in addition many events like cabaret, theater or concerts.
OR Munich Schwabing: Over 100 artists from all over Germany create a place in this hectic world where one can gather, relax and enjoy the unique atmosphere that is the “Schwabing’s Christmas Market”. The concept has been one of an artist’s market from the very beginning. An unmistakable flair can be found here with the high level of artistic talent and craftsmanship. This is further underlined by the quality of the daily cultural program and fine foods.
Lunch and dinner are on your own.
Day 3: Dec 7 Salzburg & Innsbruck B/L/D
After breakfast at the hotel, travel to Salzburg, an inspirationally scenic and musically distinguished city of elegance. Brimming with Baroque architecture and located in an area of panoramic beauty, Salzburg offers visitors a wealth of cultural enlightenment opportunities. Set out on a guided city tour of this remarkable metropolis, admiring the beautiful towers and domes of the Salzburg Cathedral, built in the Baroque style and home to many priceless religious artifacts within. Visit Mirabell Gardens, as lovely covered in snow as it is in summer flowers.
Next, spend an hour on a local food tour, sampling different foods
After the tour the afternoon is free to explore Christmas Markets, and get an early dinner
Travel to Innsbruck and check in to your hotel.
Accommodation: Hotel Grauer Bar l Innsbruck for 5 nights
Day 4: Dec 8 Innsbruck B/L
After breakfast at the hotel, join a local guide for a city tour of Innsbruck. You’ll get to see the old town with Innsbruck’s landmark – the “Golden Roof” - as well as the Bergisel Jump and much more.
Next, spend an hour on a local food tour, sampling different foods
The afternoon will be at your disposal to discover Innsbruck’s Christmas Market.
Later, head to Seefeld for the evening to enjoy a sleigh ride and free time to explore the Christmas Market and all its wonders. Dinner is on your own
Late return to hotel around 8 or 9pm
Overnight in Innsbruck
Day 5: Dec 9 Innsbruck B
After breakfast, your eyes will sparkle and glitter during a visit to the Swarovski Crystal Worlds. They were opened in 1995 on the occasion of the company’s 100th anniversary. It’ll feel like a fantasy world when you marvel at the 17 chambers of wonder that can be discovered.
Return to Innsbruck to enjoy the Christmas market at night
Dinner on your own
Overnight in Innsbruck
Day 6: Dec 10 Neuschwanstein Castle /Oberammergau B/L
After breakfast head to Neuschwanstein Castle and spend some time exploring the former royal residences, sources of inspiration for modern fairy tales like Walt Disney's Sleeping Beauty. With audio guides, tour the castle’s opulent halls, unique spaces and the incredible kitchens.
After a visit to the castle, stop in charming Oberammergau for lunch and time on your own to explore & shop. Lunch is included at a local restaurant in Oberammergau (2 courses, no beverages included)
Return to Innsbruck dinner on your own
Overnight in Innsbruck
Day 7: Dec 11 Innsbruck B/D
Breakfast at the hotel. For the best views of wintery Innsbruck, visit the Panorama Christmas Market at Hungerburg. It’s easy to get there – simply take the Nordkettenbahnen funicular from the Congress lift station in the city centre. Once at the top, you will not only be guaranteed breathtaking views of Innsbruck and its surroundings, but also plenty of culinary delights and a wide range of Christmas souvenirs. Lunch on your own
In the evening attend a traditional Tyrolean Austrian show with folk music, yodeling, dancing "shoe-slapping" and a 3 course meal with the Gundolf Family
Overnight in Innsbruck
Day 8: Dec 12 Munich B/D
After breakfast at the hotel, travel back to Munich. The afternoon is free to explore on your own.
This evening have a Farewell Dinner at a restaurant in Munich (3 course menu or buffet, drinks excluded)
Accommodation: Holiday Inn Munich City Centre or similar for 1 night (TBA)
Day 9: Dec 13 Departure B
After breakfast, check out and transfer to the airport.
***WE MUST HAVE 16 PEOPLE FOR THIS TRIP***
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What's included in this trip:
All transfers and transportation is by private, air-conditioned coach
Group Transfer from Munich airport to hotel is included ONLY if arriving on the first day of tour
Group Transfer to Munich airport is included on the last day of tour
First Class (4 Star) hotel accommodations
· English speaking local guides for tours
· Entrances as noted below:
· Swarovski Kristallwelten
· Neuschwanstein Castle (with audio guide)
· Sleigh ride in Seefeld
· Ticket for cable car to Hungerburg
· Tours as noted below:
· Guided city tour of Munich (approx. 3 hours)
· Guided city tour of Salzburg (approx. 1.5 hour)
· Food tour in Munich (1 hour)
· Guided city tour of Innsbruck (approx. 1.5 hour)
· Meals as noted below:
· 8 x Breakfasts
· 3 x lunches (2 x food tour with tastings; 1 restaurant)
· 4 x dinners
15 Meals total
· Local taxes on accommodation and sightseeing tours, at current rates
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What's not included:
· All airfares, departure taxes & fuel surcharges, seat selection
· Additional charges will apply for extra transfers if anyone in the group is arriving or departing on different flights.
· Any future fuel surcharges on land arrangements or additional costs due to COVID rules
· Personal items
· Porterage
· Meals unless listed in itinerary
· Tips & Gratuities
· Any increase in local taxes
· Early check-in & late check out of rooms (standard check-in time is 2pm and check out 10am)
· Travel Insurance
· Visa/passport handling fees
TIPPING:
Tips for tour escort, driver, local guides and restaurant staff are not included and are to be settled by the group. Tipping is expected.
Recommended tips:
Driver € 2-3.00 per guest per day
Tour Escort € 5.00 – 7.00 per guest per day
Local Guides € 2.00 per guest per guide
Restaurant staff € 1-2.00 per guest per restaurant
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Insurance is strongly recommended
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TIPPING:
Tips for tour escort, driver, local guides and restaurant staff are not included and are to be settled by the group. Tipping is expected.
Recommended tips:
Driver € 2-3.00 per guest per day
Tour Escort € 5.00 – 7.00 per guest per day
Local Guides € 2.00 per guest per guide
Restaurant staff € 1-2.00 per guest per restaurant
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Cancellation policy:
Deposits are non-refundable
Between 90-61 days prior to departure 75% of gross tour price
60 days or less prior to departure 100% non-refundable
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***Limited Single Occupancy Rooms***
DOUBLE OCCUPANCY $4575.00
SINGLE OCCUPANCY $5964.00
$300.00 DEPOSIT PER PERSON AT TIME OF SIGN UP
LAST DAY TO JOIN IS August 1, 2025
FINAL PAYMENT IS DUE August 15, 2025
Please contact me with any questions.
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