Christmas in Germany

Welcome to Germany! We recommend a morning arrival. Collect your luggage, pick up your rental car and begin your journey to Rothenburg ob der Tauber, one of the real jewels along the Romantic Road. Enjoy the rest of the day at your own pace – be sure to visit the Christmas Market!

Overnight in Rothenburg ob der Tauber

Enjoy a guided walk through Rothenburg’s historic old town with its romantic alleyways and picturesque squares and get an overview on the various aspects and epochs of its history. During the tour you will get to know the most important and most beautiful historic buildings and you will find out what life was like in a medieval town. The remainder of the day is at leisure to visit the Christmas Market.

Overnight in Rothenburg ob der Tauber
(breakfast included)

This morning, drive to Dinkelsbühl, which is one of Germany’s most beautiful medieval town complexes, with a completely preserved city wall, numerous gates and towers and magnificent patrician houses. Visit the Christmas Market and then continue to Nuremberg.

Overnight in Nuremberg
(breakfast included)

Begin with a half-day walking tour of Nuremberg.The name “Nuremberg” brings to mind emperors and medieval councils, the Reformation and Albrecht Dürer, but at the same time reminds us of Nazi party rallies and the Nuremberg trials. The historic old town with its mighty castle and city walls, its many churches, monuments and picturesque half-timbered houses still show the glamor of the old imperial city. You’ll have free time to visit the famous Nuremberg Christmas market in the afternoon.

Overnight in Nuremberg
(breakfast included)

Spend the morning in Nuremberg with some free time before an early afternoon drive to Regensburg.
According to Sir Norman Foster, Regensburg is one of the most beautiful cities of the world and its medieval center has been a UNESCO World Heritage Site since 2006. Each December, the courtyard of the Thurn and Taxis Palace forms the magical backdrop for the Romantic Christmas Market.

Spend the remainder of the day at leisure at the Christmas Market.

Overnight in Regensburg
(breakfast included)

After breakfast, meet your guide for a short Regensburg walking tour. You will not only learn about the history of this picturesque city, but also about Regensburg and its beer.

End the tour at the Wurstkuchl Restaurant for a typical German dish and a good beer.

Overnight in Regensburg
(breakfast and dinner included)

Make your way to Munich, known as the gateway to the Bavarian Alps, and known worldwide for Oktoberfest.  Drop your rental car, and begin exploring the city.

Overnight in Munich
(breakfast included)

Get to know this fascinating city on your guided city walk where you’ll see Marienplatz Square and the famous Glockenspiel, as well as Frauenkirche (Church of our Lady), and the Viktualienmarkt food market.

Spend time at the Christmas Market in Marienplatz Square, and explore the city on your own.  

Overnight in Munich
(breakfast included)

Say goodbye to Germany and head to the Munich Airport, or continue onward for more European adventures!