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Christmas Market Delight 

2011 Rates Prices are in Australian Dollars and are subject to currency fluctuation.

Duration: 4 Days / 3 Nights

Destinations: Frankfurt » Erfurt » Leipzig » Meißen » Dresden
» Annaberg » Schneeberg » Plauen » Bamberg » Frankfurt

A Christmas feel with real candles shinning in the evening. Purchase Christmas pyramids directly from the woodcarvers.


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Itinerary

Day 1 Frankfurt – Erfurt – Leipzig
Depart from Frankfurt in the morning, driving to Eisenach, dominated by the Wartburg Castle. Afterwards, continue to a cultural treasure, Weimar, where famous people like Goethe, Schiller, Liszt and Richard Strauss lived. Continue to Leipzig where you will find one of the largest Christmas markets, located in front of the ancient town hall. Marvel at the 25 yard Christmas tree or stroll along the stalls with hand-crafted Christmas gifts from the region. Enjoy a very informal German style snack with Bratwurst and mulled wine at one of the numerous food stalls. Overnight at Hotel Tulip Inn, Leipzig or similar.



Day 2 Leipzig – Meißen – Dresden
Continue to Meissen. Visit one of Germany’s oldest porcelain manufacturers, Meissen. Continue to Dresden. After a city tour visiting important sights such as the Frauenkirche, the Semper Opera House, the Zwinger and the Green Vault, check-in at your hotel. In the evening visit the Christmas market in Dresden which is named “Striezelmarkt”. Walk through and see the 16 yard Christmas pyramid as well as visiting the numerous stalls. Overnight at Steigenberger Parkhotel Dresden-Radebeul or similar.
Day 3 Dresden – Annaberg– Schneeberg – Plauen

Continue to two ancient miner-villages named Schneeberg and Annaberg. These villages are typical for the Erzgebirge (Ore Mountains) and home of traditional German woodcarving and Christmas pyramids. The main attraction of Schneeberg, besides its Christmas market, is St. Wolfgang’s Church. In the afternoon, continue towards Plauen, a city famous for its handcrafted lace. Farewell dinner at your hotel. Overnight at Hotel Alexandra, Plauen or similar .
Day 4 Plauen – Bamberg – Frankfurt
Depart Plauen and continue through Franconian forest to Bamberg. The city has an Old Town, declared a UNESCO World Heritage Site. See the cathedral and the former Benedictine Abbey of Michaelsberg. Walk through the pedestrian zone around the cathedral where the Bamberg Christmas market is located. Travel through the rolling hills of Franconia reaching Frankfurt in the late afternoon.

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Price includes:

  • 3 nights at selected first class and superior tourist class hotels, room with private facilities and breakfast daily.
    Hotels listed are subject to change.
  • Touring in modern air-conditioned coach with WC
  • Welcome Snack, Leipzig Christmas Market (local speciality)
  • Farewell Dinner in Plauen
  • Entrance fees, tickets and other services at:
    • Wartburg Castle, Eisenach
    • Porcelain Manufactory, Meissen
  • Professional bilingual English/Spanish speaking tour guide throughout the tour
  • Baggage handling (1 piece per person)
  • Service charges and taxes

Trip Map

Trip Map
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Dates and Rates

Prices are starting from, per person.
Christmas Markets Delight Twin Single Triple
4 Days / 3 Nights 638 759 610
Seniors (60+) 607 728 578
Departs Frankfurt: Wednesday & Sunday 30 Nov - 04 Dec 11
Prices per person in Australian Dollars.
Please note, departure and arrival times/places are subject to change. Due to possible changes during the year, all departure dates/places will be stated on our confirmation. During fair periods a supplement may be charged with regard to accommodation or a suitable alternative may be chosen in the surrounding region.

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