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Christmas Markets and Castles of Europe with Germany and France (Frankfurt to Munich)

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From Heidelberg to Munich
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  • Panoramic view over a river city with an old stone bridge and castle ruins perched on a forested hill.
  • Evening scene of half-timbered houses and flower-filled balconies reflecting on a tranquil canal.
  • High-angle aerial view of a historic city dominated by a tall cathedral spire and winding canals.
  • Illuminated Ferris wheel and colorful fairground stalls against a dusky purple sky.
  • Triumphal arch monument with morning sunlight shining through its central archway.
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Festival & Events
Celebrate culture, music, and traditions
Group Tour
Join a group and forge lifelong friendships
Fully Guided
An experienced guide will be with you for the entire tour
Low Intensity
Travelers can expect some light physical activities
Guided in English
Group Size 2 - 44
All Ages Welcome
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Itinerary

  1. Day 1

    Overnight Flight

    Overnight Flight
    Accommodation
    Hotel (NH Collection Heidelberg)
  2. Day 2

    Heidelberg

    Heidelberg
    Meals
    Dinner (Welcome dinner at a local restaurant)
    Accommodation
    Hotel (NH Collection Heidelberg)

    Included Activities

    • Welcome briefing and cocktail reception
    • Dinner at a local restaurant

    Optional Activities

    • Independent exploration of Heidelberg
    Landmarks
    Heidelberg
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  3. Day 3

    Heidelberg

    Heidelberg
    Meals
    Breakfast
    Accommodation
    Hotel (Maritim Hotel)

    Included Activities

    • Guided walking tour of Heidelberg's Old Town
    • Visit Heidelberg Castle

    Optional Activities

    • Browse Christmas markets
    • Explore Christmas markets in Schwetzingen independently
    Landmarks
    Heidelberg Castle
    Heidelberg Old Town
    Schwetzingen Christmas Markets
  4. Day 4

    Heidelberg - Strasbourg - Heidelberg

    Heidelberg - Strasbourg - Heidelberg
    Meals
    Breakfast
    Accommodation
    Hotel (Maritim Hotel)

    Included Activities

    • Tour Manager-led walk of Strasbourg historic Old Quarter
    • Explore Petite France district
    • Visit Strasbourg Cathedral

    Optional Activities

    • Free time to explore Strasbourg Christmas markets
    Landmarks
    Strasbourg Cathedral
    Petite France
    Strasbourg Christmas Markets
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  5. Day 5

    Heidelberg - Ludwigsburg - Ulm

    Heidelberg - Ludwigsburg - Ulm
    Meals
    Breakfast, Dinner (Traditional Swabian dinner in Ulm's historic center)
    Accommodation
    Hotel (Eurostars Grand Central Hotel)

    Included Activities

    • Explore Ludwigsburg Baroque Christmas Market
    • Tour Manager-led evening stroll in Ulm historic center
    • Dinner at a local restaurant
    Landmarks
    Ludwigsburg Baroque Palace
    Ludwigsburg Christmas Market
  6. Day 6

    Ulm

    Ulm
    Meals
    Breakfast
    Accommodation
    Hotel (Eurostars Grand Central Hotel)

    Included Activities

    • Guided tour of Ulm with local guide
    • Discover Ulm Minster Cathedral

    Optional Activities

    • Visit The Einsteins – Museum of an Ulm Family
    • Enjoy seasonal treats at local markets and cafés
    Landmarks
    Ulm Minster
    The Einsteins – Museum of an Ulm Family
  7. Day 7

    Ulm - Munich

    Ulm - Munich
    Meals
    Breakfast

    Included Activities

    • Visit Nymphenburg Palace
    • Guided tour of Nymphenburg Palace elegant halls with local guide

    Optional Activities

    • Explore Munich Christmas markets with Tour Manager
    • Independent exploration of Munich festive atmosphere
    Landmarks
    Nymphenburg Palace
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  8. Day 8

    Munich

    Munich
    Meals
    Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner (Dinner featuring regional Bavarian cuisine)

    Included Activities

    • Dinner featuring regional Bavarian cuisine

    Optional Activities

    • Visit Treasury of Munich Residence with centuries of Bavarian splendor
    • Browse Munich Royal Palace Christmas markets
    • Guided food experience discovering Bavarian specialties
    • Visit local markets and traditional eateries
    • Witness Rathaus-Glockenspiel performance at Marienplatz
    • Independent exploration of Munich
    Landmarks
    Munich Residence Treasury
    Munich Royal Palace
    Marienplatz
    Rathaus-Glockenspiel
  9. Day 9

    Munich

    Munich

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