Enchanting Christmas Markets (Bus Tours)

of Germany, Switzerland and France

Enchanting Christmas Markets (Collette)
Duration
9 days
Countries
2
Next Departure
28-Nov-2026
Starting at
USD 2,999
Price per day
USD 333
Tour Type
Group Tours Group Tours

Overview

Travel Style
Bus Tours
Activities
tour category: Boattour category: Nature

Summary

Discover the holiday spirit throughout Germany, France, and Switzerland on a festive tour of Christmas markets. Experience the 600-year-old tradition of the Christkindesmarkt in Germany among Christmas stalls in Regensburg. Be enchanted at the German Christmas Museum in Rothenburg ob der Tauber, and visit Strasbourg, known as the “Capital of Christmas,” to sample its joyful atmosphere and Alsace cuisine. Step into a fairy-tale winter wonderland during a day in Colmar. And Lucerne, the “City of Lights,” shines at Christmastime, the perfect bow on top of a festive journey. Immerse yourself in the traditions and joys of the season across the region’s most enchanting destinations.

Map: Enchanting Christmas Markets (Collette)

Short Itinerary / Route

Day 1
Overnight Flight
Day 2
Regensburg, Germany
Day 3
Regensburg
Day 4
Regensburg-Rothenburg Ob Der Tauber-Freiburg
Day 5
Freiburg
Day 6
Freiburg-Strasbourg, France-Freiburg
Day 7
Freiburg-Colmar-Lucerne, Switzerland
Day 8
Lucerne
Day 9
Lucerne-Tour Ends

Countries (2): Germany, Switzerland

Rivers: Danube

Travel Cities (5): Freiburg, Lucerne, Munich, Regensburg, Rothenburg ob der Tauber

What are some of the highlights?

Attraction

  • Christmas Markets of Six European Cities and Towns
  • Rothenburg ob der Tauber & German Christmas Museum
  • Lake Lucerne Scenic Cruise

City

  • Regensburg (UNESCO)
  • Freiburg
  • "Petite France" of Strasbourg
  • Colmar

What is included in the price?

Culinary

  • Celebrate your trip with Swiss delicacies at farewell dinner.
  • Enjoy a tasting of the staples of Bavarian cuisine in Regensburg.
  • Indulge in Alsace cuisine in Strasbourg.

Experience

  • Be immersed in tradition with a visit to the German Christmas Museum in Rothenburg ob der Tauber.
  • Experience the 600-year-old tradition of Christmas markets across Germany, France and Switzerland.
  • Hear stories about Lucerne’s Christmas traditions as you explore the Old Town.

What is optional, not included in the price?

Freiburg: Romantic Christmas Market at Thurn and T

Experience the beauty and magic of the Romantic Christmas Market at Thurn and Taxis Castle in Regensburg. Begin with the guided tour of St. Emmeram Palace for insight into 500 years in the history of the House of Thurn and Taxis, taking in the medieval atmosphere in the cloister and the Rococo splendor of the palace. Then, take in the festive atmosphere of the enchanting Christmas market in the palace courtyard, gently lit by torches, lanterns and candles. Feel as though you’ve stepped back in time as you make your way through the stalls of festive wooden huts and explore artisan crafts and traditional Bavarian specialties. Experience one of the most beautiful Christmas markets in Bavaria. Duration approximately 4 hour(s). Transportation is included. A minimum of 6 passenger(s) is required to operate this option.

What does this tour / travel package consist of?

 

Coming from

 

Going to

Tour...

Lucerne

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Lucerne

Group Tours

This is an Organised Group Tour: the itinerary has been predefined by the tour operator. The tour destinations, duration, accommodations, departure dates and the price are fix. You can join, enjoy and meet other people.

What associations is this organisation a member of? What Financial Protection is available?

Membership: USTOA Membership: ABTA Membership: Tour Care


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