Magical Christmas Markets

Please review these key tour notes and travel requirements: Overall activity level: Level 2. Expect to walk 2–3 miles over the course of a day on a variety of terrains (cobblestone streets, moderate hills). You should be able to climb two flights ...

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Welcome to Innsbruck, the capital of the Alps. Settle in for your 5-night stay surrounded by breathtaking mountain scenery. As arrival times will vary, there is no scheduled sightseeing today. Spend the day as you wish, exploring the city independ...

This morning, it’s your choice! You may join a cultural Innsbruck tour featuring a scenic drive past the Bergisel Ski Jump and along Maria-Theresien-Strasse before exploring the charming Old Town. See the Imperial Palace courtyard, St. Jacob’s Cat...

Nordkette Alpine Experience (Choice on Tour) notes: Conditions at Seegrube are significantly colder than in the city, with possible snow, ice, and wind. Warm layers, a winter coat, gloves, and sturdy, non-slip footwear are essential. There is mini...

After lunch on your own, journey by train to the idyllic village of Seefeld at 3,600 feet above sea level. Breathe in the crisp Alpine air in this charming mountain village. Climb aboard a horse-drawn carriage, complete with a warming schnapps. En...

Stroll through the baroque heart of the city, including Mozart’s birthplace and Mirabell Gardens with the famed “Do-Re-Mi steps” from The Sound of Music. Enjoy a guided exploration of the historic center. Additional notes: The day you visit Salzbu...

Enjoy a free afternoon exploring Salzburg’s festive Christmas markets. Browse the stalls for seasonal treats and handcrafted gifts while soaking up the holiday atmosphere. Your afternoon concludes at St. Peter Stiftskulinarium, Europe’s oldest con...

Spend the day at leisure soaking in Innsbruck’s enchanting Christmas markets. Wander among festive stalls filled with seasonal treats and handcrafted gifts. Listen to the sounds of brass bands echoing from the towers. Sip glühwein, sample stollen,...

In this traditional experience: Enjoy a three-course dinner featuring culinary specialties of the Tyrol region. Witness the rich musical traditions of mountainous Austria during a Tyrolean folklore show hosted by a locally well-known musical famil...

Travel into Bavaria to visit Linderhof Palace, the only palace out of three that King Ludwig II lived to see completed. Tour the extraordinary halls, inspired by Versailles, with an expert guide. Learn about Bavaria’s “Fairy-Tale King” and his lav...

Continue to Oberammergau, a charming Bavarian village known for its painted façades and rich artistic heritage. Enjoy a lunch featuring regional cuisine. Spend time at leisure to explore the village, browse local shops, and admire the traditional ...

Overview Willkommen to Munich! Explore Germany’s vibrant Bavarian capital. Visit Marienplatz to witness the famous Glockenspiel,**** where life-size figurines spin and dance. Enjoy free time to explore, perhaps stopping at the renowned Hofbräuhaus...