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Enchanting Christmas Markets of Germany, Switzerland and France

Nov 30 - Dec 8, 2026

About This Tour

Discover the holiday spirit throughout Germany, France, and Switzerland on a festive tour of Christmas markets. Experience the 600-year-old tradition of the Christkindesmarkt in Germany among Christmas stalls in Regensburg. Be enchanted at the German Christmas Museum in Rothenburg ob der Tauber, and visit Strasbourg, known as the “Capital of Christmas,” to sample its joyful atmosphere and Alsace cuisine. Step into a fairy-tale winter wonderland during a day in Colmar. And Lucerne, the “City of Lights,” shines at Christmastime, the perfect bow on top of a festive journey. Immerse yourself in the traditions and joys of the season across the region’s most enchanting destinations.

Itinerary

  1. Mon, Nov 30

  2. Tue, Dec 1: Regensburg, Germany

  3. Wed, Dec 2: Regensburg

  4. Thu, Dec 3: Regensburg - Rothenburg ob der Tauber - Freiburg

  5. Fri, Dec 4: Freiburg

  6. Sat, Dec 5: Freiburg - Strasbourg, France - Freiburg

  7. Sun, Dec 6: Freiburg - Colmar - Lucerne, Switzerland

  8. Mon, Dec 7: Lucerne

  9. Tue, Dec 8: Lucerne

Full Itinerary

  • Your Tour at a Glance

    Highlights And Inclusions

    Your Tour Includes

    • 3 Handpicked Accommodations
    • 11 Meals

    Must-See Inclusions:

    • Enjoy a walking tour of Regensburg (UNESCO), one of Germany’s best preserved medieval cities.
    • Experience the magical atmosphere in Strasbourg, the “Capital of Christmas.”
    • Soak in enchanting winter landscapes during a Lake Lucerne scenic cruise.

    Cultural Experiences:

    • Experience the 600-year-old tradition of Christmas markets across Germany, France and Switzerland.
    • Be immersed in traditions with a visit to the German Christmas Museum in Rothenburg ob der Tauber.
    • Hear stories about Lucerne’s Christmas traditions as you explore the Old Town.

    Culinary Inclusions:

    • Enjoy a tasting of the staples of Bavarian cuisine in Regensburg.
    • Indulge in Alsace cuisine in Strasbourg.
    • Celebrate your trip with Swiss delicacies at farewell dinner.

    Highlights

    • Christmas Markets of Six European Cities and Towns
    • Regensburg (UNESCO)
    • Rothenburg ob der Tauber & German Christmas Museum
    • Freiburg
    • “Petite France” of Strasbourg
    • Colmar
    • Lake Lucerne Scenic Cruise
    Your Tour at a Glance
    Stay

    9 Days

    8 Nights

    Meals

    11 Meals

    7 Breakfasts

    4 Dinners

    Activity

    3 - Active

    What's This?

    Travel Style

    Classic

    Holiday

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