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Enchanting Christmas Markets of Germany, France and Switzerland (Munich to Lucerne, 2027)

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From Regensburg to Lucerne
4.5 (969 reviews)
  • Illuminated historic buildings of Rothenburg’s market square glow against a deep blue twilight sky.
  • Lucerne’s covered Chapel Bridge stretches across a calm lake toward the stone Water Tower on a gray day.
  • Festive crowds wander a narrow half-timbered street in Colmar decked with Christmas decorations.
  • Warm strings of festive lights and star motifs illuminate a bustling Strasbourg Christmas market street at dusk.
  • Twinkling holiday lights arch over Lucerne’s waterfront buildings reflecting in the Reuss River at blue hour.
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  • Miniature illuminated Christmas village houses and figurines displayed on a red market stall counter.
  • A giant painted nutcracker statue stands by a festive storefront adorned with string lights and ornaments.
  • Symmetrical plaza with modern fountain leading to twin-spired red brick church flanked by European-style buildings.
  • Half-timbered houses and flower boxes reflect in the tranquil canal of Colmar’s Petite Venise at dusk.
  • Sparkling Reuss River flowing past the baroque Jesuit Church and colorful buildings in Lucerne.
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Festival & Events
Celebrate culture, music, and traditions
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Travelers can expect some light physical activities
Guided in English
Group Size 2 - 44
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Itinerary

  1. Intro

    Introduction

  2. Day 1

    Overnight Flight

    Overnight Flight
    Accommodation
    Hotel (Novotel Regensburg Zentrum)
  3. Day 2

    Regensburg

    Regensburg
    Meals
    Dinner (Welcome dinner)
    Accommodation
    Hotel (Novotel Regensburg Zentrum)

    Included Activities

    • Welcome dinner

    Optional Activities

    • Explore Regensburg independently
    Landmarks
    Regensburg
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  4. Day 3

    Regensburg

    Regensburg
    Meals
    Breakfast, Dinner
    Accommodation
    Hotel (Hotel Elements Pure)

    Included Activities

    • Guided tour of Regensburg with local guide
    • Visit Old Stone Bridge
    • Visit Porta Praetoria
    • Bavarian staples tasting
    • Explore Old Town Christmas markets

    Optional Activities

    • Optional excursion to Thurn and Taxis Palace Romantic Christmas Market
    Landmarks
    Old Stone Bridge
    Porta Praetoria
    Thurn and Taxis Palace
  5. Day 4

    Regensburg - Rothenburg ob der Tauber - Freiburg

    Regensburg - Rothenburg ob der Tauber - Freiburg
    Meals
    Breakfast, Dinner (Cozy dinner at hotel restaurant)
    Accommodation
    Hotel (Hotel Elements Pure)

    Included Activities

    • Visit German Christmas Museum in Rothenburg ob der Tauber
    • Hotel dinner in Freiburg
    Landmarks
    Rothenburg ob der Tauber
    German Christmas Museum
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  6. Day 5

    Freiburg

    Freiburg
    Meals
    Breakfast
    Accommodation
    Hotel (Hotel Elements Pure)

    Included Activities

    • Streetcar ride to Old Town
    • Locally guided city tour (choice of historic or Christmas celebration themed)

    Optional Activities

    • Explore Christmas markets
    • Discover cultural attractions
    Landmarks
    Freiburg Old Town
  7. Day 6

    Freiburg - Strasbourg, France - Freiburg

    Freiburg - Strasbourg, France - Freiburg
    Meals
    Breakfast, Dinner (Classic Alsace cuisine at local restaurant)
    Accommodation
    Hotel (Hotel Astoria)

    Included Activities

    • Guided tour of Strasbourg Old Quarter (Petite France)
    • Visit Cathedral of Notre Dame
    • Dinner at local restaurant featuring Alsace cuisine

    Optional Activities

    • Explore Strasbourg Christmas markets
    Landmarks
    Strasbourg Old Quarter (Petite France)
    Cathedral of Notre Dame, Strasbourg
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  8. Day 7

    Freiburg - Colmar - Lucerne, Switzerland

    Freiburg - Colmar - Lucerne, Switzerland
    Meals
    Breakfast
    Accommodation
    Hotel (Hotel Astoria)

    Included Activities

    • Explore Colmar and Christmas markets
    Landmarks
    Colmar
    Lucerne
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  9. Day 8

    Lucerne

    Lucerne
    Meals
    Breakfast, Dinner (Farewell dinner featuring Swiss cuisine)

    Included Activities

    • Guided tour of Lucerne Old Town with local guide
    • Cruise on Lake Lucerne
    • Farewell dinner featuring Swiss cuisine

    Optional Activities

    • Explore Lucerne at own pace
    Landmarks
    Lucerne Old Town
    Lake Lucerne
  10. Day 9

    Lucerne

    Lucerne

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Where You'll Stay

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  • Novotel Regensburg Zentrum

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  • William5.0•October 2026
    Great trip with knowledgable guide. Pedro from Collette was fabulous. Well organized and executed.
  • Katharine4.0•November 2025
    I was disappointed in the lack of things to do. Way too much time on your own- And yes I went into this tour...
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  • Arleen4.3•November 2025
    Locations were great and the tour manager was excellent. Included dinners were sub-standard and the overall pace was...
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