Europe's Christmas Markets featuring Austria, Germany, France and Switzerland

Snow-capped Alpine vistas and the legendary Black Forest are the perfect backdrops for this nine-day tour exploring Europe's Christmas Markets. Collect one-of-a-kind treasures for everyone in the charming markets of Innsbruck, Strasbourg, and Bern. Stay overnight in Oberammergau, the Black Forest and Bern. Attend a private choir performance in an 850 year old church followed by a traditional Black Forest dinner. Enjoy tours of Innsbruck, in the heart of the Alps, and of Lucerne, the "Swiss Paradise on the Lake."

Highlights
Oberammergau, Innsbruck, Munich, Bavarian Castles, Black Forest, Strasbourg, Bern, Lucerne

Collette Experience

  • Enjoy one of Strasbourg's finest restaurants while visiting France.
  • Explore European Christmas markets in Innsbruck, Strasbourg and Bern.
  • Experience the holiday spirit in four different countries.
  • Shop for famous woodcarvings in Oberammergau.
  • Enjoy a traditional cheese fondue dinner while in Switzerland.

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    Tour Operator
    Collette Vacations
    Offer
    Offer valid through 12/31/2009
    Duration
    9 Days
    DayDestinationDescription
    Air 1Overnight Flight Overnight Flight : Welcome to Collette's holiday program featuring the traditional Christmas markets, historic towns and spectacular scenery of Europe.
    Day 2Oberammergau Oberammergau, Germany - Tour Begins : Your tour begins in the charming town of Oberammergau. This evening, join your fellow travelers for dinner featuring local delicacies.
    Day 3Oberammergau Oberammergau - Innsbruck, Austria - Oberammergau : LANGUAGE DISCOVERY: Today, your Tour Manager will help you discover the origin and history of the language(s) you will experience on your tour along with key words and phrases that will help you communicate with the locals. Travel through the spectacular Bavarian Alps to Innsbruck, located in the heart of the Alps in the Austrian state of Tyrol. A local guide provides a tour highlighting the city's rich history, culture, and popular attractions including Maria Theresienstrasse, the Hofburg, and the "Golden Roof," all set against the backdrop of the majestic Austrian Alps. The remainder of the day is at leisure to shop in the many specialty stores and the Christmas market.
    Day 4Oberammergau Oberammergau - Munich - Oberammergau : Begin your day with leisure time to explore Oberammergau. This small town of craftsmen owes its fame to the internationally-known Passion Play which is performed only once every ten years. Later, return to Munich and enjoy a panoramic tour featuring the Marienplatz, the Glockenspiel and Olympic Park. The remainder of your day is at leisure to explore Munich's historic area.
    Day 5Black Forest Oberammergau - Black Forest : Today's highlights include a picture stop at Wies Church, proclaimed as a World Heritage Site. You also view perhaps the most famous castle in Bavaria, Neuschwanstein, with its beautiful turrets and pinnacles. Continuing along the scenic route, you traverse southern Germany, skirting the northern shores of Lake Constance to the Black Forest, and proceed to the heart of the mysterious Black Forest region - the setting of legends and stories of yore! Don't forget to shop for authentic cuckoo clocks, Hummels and wood carvings. Your evening begins with a private choir concert performed in an 850-year-old church and ends with a traditional Black Forest dinner.
    Day 6Black Forrest Black Forest - Strasbourg, France - Black Forrest : Travel the picturesque valleys of the Black Forest and the vineyard fields of the Alsace to the provincial capital city of Strasbourg, France where centuries of Roman, French, German and Alsatian influences blend together to lend this city its unique local character. Enjoy a guided tour of the charming old quarter, "Petite France," featuring the Cathedral of Notre Dame, considered to be one of the noblest achievements of Western architecture. Time is available for you to explore the wonderful Christmas market before dinner at the Gurtlerhoft Restaurant, one of Strasbourg's finest.
    Day 7Bern Black Forest - Bern, Switzerland : Travel to Bern, one of Europe's most beautiful capital cities. Upon arrival, enjoy a panoramic city tour featuring the Bundeshaus (the Swiss Parliament), the famous Bear Pit and the impressive Cathedral. Afterwards you may explore more of the area or shop for handmade items at the local Christmas market.
    Day 8Bern Bern - Lucerne - Bern : This morning you travel to Lucerne, the "Swiss Paradise on the Lake." Enjoy a scenic walking tour of picturesque Lucerne, highlighted by a walk through the romantic old town. The balance of the day is at leisure to do some last minute shopping or simply enjoy the wonderful setting of this beautiful city on a lake, surrounded by snow-capped mountains. This evening, after returning to Bern, join your fellow travelers in celebrating the end of a marvelous trip with dinner, complete with the region's famous cheese fondue, at a popular local restaurant.
    Day 9Tour ends Bern - Tour Ends : Your tour ends today in Bern.
    Dates/Pricing

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    DatePrice / DescriptionQuote
    11/28/2010$1,249.00* (USD) / Land OnlyQuote
    12/02/2010$1,249.00* (USD) / Land OnlyQuote
    12/04/2010$1,249.00* (USD) / Land OnlyQuote
    Lodging
    Hotel Wittelsbach
    Hotel Bristol
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    Tour prices are Land Only rates based on per person double occupancy. Please call your Travel Agent for triple or child occupancy rates. Taxes and fees are additional for tours that feature a cruise; port taxes are not included in the prices shown. Some dates may feature various changes in hotels, sightseeing and inclusions. Please confirm your specific itinerary at the time of booking.
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