Christmas & New Year Tours in Germany
Imagine celebrating the festive season in Germany over Christmas and New Year's Eve! With 71 Christmas and New Year adventures to choose from lasting 3 days up to 14 days, you're sure to find that enchanting Germany Christmas tour you have always dreamt of.
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- Munich Christmas Markets
- German Christmas Markets
- 4-Day Nuremberg Christmas Market Experience – Discover the Magic of Christkindlesmarkt
- 4 Day Berlin Christmas Market Getaway
- 4 Days of Berlin’s Winter Magic: A Christmas Market Escape
- Rhine Castles & Swiss Alps (Christmas Cruise) 2026
- Rhine Enchanting Christmas 2026
- Southern Rhine Christmas 2026
- Christmas Cruise on the Rhine - AMADEUS Riva (Cologne - Cologne)
- Christmas Cruise on the Rhine - AMADEUS Aurea (Cologne - Cologne)
Munich Christmas Markets
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Duration 4 days Destinations Munich, Dachau Age Range Ages 18+ Operated in English, Spanish Operator Euroadventures From
- US$449
The festive season comes alive at Germany's legendary Christmas markets with departures in November and December 2025-2026. Try traditional Bavarian cuisine at Hofbräuhaus beer hall and sample Nuremberg's famous red beer at Hausbrauerei Altstadthof Brewery. Dining at medieval Hotel Eisenhut in Rothenburg is included, along with a ride on the Heidelberg Bergbahn funicular for views of twinkling Christmas lights. You'll participate in a gingerbread-making class and have wine tastings at local vineyards near Heidelberg.
Duration 7 days Destinations Munich, Nuremberg, Rothenburg ob der Tauber, Heidelberg Age Range Ages 6+ Operator EUROLATINO Tour Operators From
- US$1,613
Duration 4 days Destinations Nuremberg Age Range All Ages Welcome Operator STM Tours LLC From $822
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Your base is the centrally-located Park Inn by Radisson Berlin Alexanderplatz, putting you within easy reach of the city's Christmas markets. You'll wander through artisan stalls at the Gendarmenmarkt Christmas Market, sip mulled wine beneath twinkling lights at Charlottenburg Palace Market, and ice skate at Potsdamer Platz Winter World. Walk past the decorated Brandenburg Gate along Unter den Linden while trying roasted almonds at Breitscheidplatz.
Duration 4 days Destinations Berlin Age Range All Ages Welcome Operator STM Tours LLC From $493
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Berlin's festive markets include Gendarmenmarkt Christmas Market where you'll find artisan crafts and live music filling the square, and you can try Glühwein at the Alexanderplatz Christmas Market beneath twinkling lights. Glide across the ice at Potsdamer Platz Winter World and walk through the illuminated Charlottenburg Palace Market, surrounded by traditional wooden huts and festive melodies. Daily breakfast at Park Inn by Radisson Berlin Alexanderplatz and unlimited public transport are included, so you can check out Kaiser Wilhelm Memorial Church Market's roasted almond stalls and the festive glow of Brandenburg Gate.
Duration 4 days Destinations Berlin Age Range All Ages Welcome Operator East Gate Tours LTD From $493
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Duration 8 days Destinations Netherlands, Germany, France, Switzerland Age Range Ages 12+ Operator AmaWaterways From
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Duration 6 days Destinations Cologne, Rudesheim am Rhein, Speyer, Strasbourg, Mainz, Loreley, Koblenz Age Range All Ages Welcome Operated in English, German Operator A-ROSA From
35% Off- US$1,218
A-ROSA CLEA sails to Christmas markets in 7 historic German cities. Rüdesheim's Drosselgasse beckons shoppers, while decorated medieval quarters and Koblenz's historic center offer seasonal specialties. All-inclusive holiday atmosphere costs around $1,500.
Duration 8 days Destinations Frankfurt-am-Main, Koblenz, Rudesheim am Rhein, Wiesbaden, Speyer, Strasbourg, Mannheim, Mainz Age Range All Ages Welcome Operated in English, German Operator A-ROSA From
35% Off- US$1,640
Celebrate Christmas aboard the AMADEUS Riva with festive decorations, tree-trimming ceremonies, and a special gala dinner on December 25th. Walk through traditional Christmas markets in Speyer and Strasbourg's Alsace region, sipping Glühwein with gingerbread aromas and handcrafted gifts around. Attend midnight mass at Speyer Cathedral and have a Captain's Gala Dinner in Mainz on Boxing Day.
Duration 7 days Destinations Cologne, Koblenz, Speyer, Strasbourg, Mainz Age Range Ages 8+ Operated in English, German Operator Lueftner Cruises From
35% Off- US$1,383
Duration 7 days Destinations Cologne, Koblenz, Speyer, Strasbourg, Mainz Age Range Ages 8+ Operated in English, German Operator Lueftner Cruises From
35% Off- US$1,383
What our customers ask about Christmas & New Year Tours in Germany
What are the most popular Christmas markets to visit during a Germany Christmas & New Year tour?
Germany's festive landscape comes alive with Christmas markets that draw visitors from across the globe. Strasbourg's Christmas market stands out for its scale and traditional charm while Munich's Marienplatz and Nuremberg's Christkindlesmarkt offer quintessential German holiday experiences. The markets at Berlin's Alexanderplatz and Gendarmenmarkt square are easily accessible from central accommodations like the Holiday Inn Express Berlin City Centre. Recent visitors particularly noted the evening ambiance at Strasbourg's market where strings of lights illuminate centuries-old wooden stalls.
Which cities offer the best New Year's Eve celebrations in Germany?
Berlin's Brandenburg Gate hosts Germany's largest New Year's celebration while Munich's Marienplatz and Frankfurt's riverfront put on impressive displays. River cruise operators like A-ROSA combine these celebrations with onboard galas as boats glide past lit-up city skylines. Guests who celebrated at the Brandenburg Gate describe it as an electric atmosphere with fireworks reflecting off the iconic monument while central hotels provide convenient bases for the festivities.
What's the weather like during Christmas & New Year tours in Germany?
German winter weather shifts across regions. Munich in the south sees temperatures from -2°C to 4°C often with snow while Hamburg's northern location brings milder conditions between 0°C and 6°C. The Rhine Valley where many holiday cruises operate maintains temperatures from 2-7°C. Visitors regularly emphasize the need for warm clothing and waterproof footwear especially in Berlin where winter brings notably cold conditions.
How many days should I plan for a Christmas & New Year tour in Germany?
German holiday tours typically span 5-14 days with most travelers choosing 7-8 day itineraries. River cruise operators like A-ROSA offer 5-8 day Rhine journeys while land-based tours through companies like WiseYatra extend to 14 days covering multiple cities. The Leonardo Hotel Dresden Altstadt serves as a comfortable base for week-long explorations with visitors noting that seven days allows time to experience both markets and celebrations.
When is the best time to book a Christmas & New Year tour in Germany?
The holiday season runs from late November through early January with Christmas markets operating until December 23rd. Cities like Munich with its illuminated Neues Rathaus Berlin and Frankfurt become centers of celebration. Hotels such as Munich's Jedermann and Cologne's Eden Hotel Früh am Dom fill quickly during this period. Tour operators recommend securing bookings six months ahead as holiday programs particularly river cruises reach capacity early in the season.
How much spending money should I budget for Christmas & New Year markets in Germany?
Daily market expenses typically range from 50-75 USD covering souvenirs food and beverages. At Cologne Cathedral Christmas Market handmade ornaments cost between 10-30 USD while Munich Christkindlmarkt's signature Glühwein served in collector mugs runs 8-10 USD. Restaurant meals at hotel venues like the Holiday Inn Express Berlin City Centre average 30-40 USD per person. Experienced market-goers suggest a 100 USD daily allowance covers market purchases holiday dining and unexpected finds.