Germany: Christmas Markets & Castles 8 Days

Frankfurt - Nuremberg - munich - stuttgart - frankfurt

Christmas Markets & Castles

Neuschwanstein Castle

Join us as we embark on a journey through this fascinating country, where ancient castles, bustling markets, and scenic landscapes await at every turn.

ITINERARY & PRICES

Day 1 Frankfurt
Arrival in Frankfurt. Your guide will welcome you at the airport, group transfer to your hotel. In the afternoon, a leisurely stroll through Frankfurt. Accommodation in Frankfurt.

Day 2 Frankfurt - Würzburg - Nuremberg
Travel from Frankfurt to Würzburg and enjoy a sightseeing tour of the city. Würzburg´s city center has been designated a UNESCO Heritage Site. Then continue to Nuremberg. The “Christkindle Markt” is the most famous of all markets in Germany, right in the heart of Nuremberg‘s old town. Your guide will make you familiar with the typical products of the season, like mulled wine, gingerbread, and other delicacies. Accommodation in Nuremberg.

Day 3 Nuremberg - Rothenburg - Nuremberg
Today enjoy an excursion to the romantic city of Rothenburg ob der Tauber, one of the oldest cities in Romantic Germany. Its small streets and historic buildings take you back to medieval times. Tour the city and visit the Christmas market. In the afternoon, drive back to Nuremberg. Accommodation in Nuremberg.

Day 4 Nuremberg - Munich
In the morning, travel to Munich. The Bavarian capital combines the atmosphere of a charming historic city with that of a modern metropolis. Visit the city‘s main attractions, including the Marienplatz Square, the historic City Hall, and the Christmas market. Accommodation in Munich.

Day 5 Munich - Neuschwanstein - Munich
Today enjoy a day-excursion to visit Neuschwanstein castle, built by Ludwig II, the castle that inspired Walt Disney´s castle of the sleeping beauty. Take a stroll to Füssen as well. In the afternoon, return to Munich. Accommodation in Munich.

Day 6 Munich - Stuttgart
Travel from Munich to Stuttgart, the capital of the state of Baden-Württemberg. Home to the head offices of Mercedes Benz and Porsche, Stuttgart is situated in a valley surrounded by vineyards. Visit the Merce[1] des-Benz museum and view over 160 models of cars. In the evening, enjoy the Christmas market around the Schlossplatz. Accommodation in Stuttgart.

Day 7 Stuttgart - Heidelberg - Frankfurt
Travel from Stuttgart to Heidelberg. Take a stroll through the old town of Heidelberg and enjoy a guided tour to the castle. Idyllically located on the shores of the Neckar River, Heidelberg is Germany´s oldest university town and one of the most popular destinations in the country. In the afternoon continue to Frankfurt. Accommodation in Frankfurt.

Day 8 Departure from Frankfurt
Group transfer from the hotel to Frankfurt airport.

Germany: Christmas Markets & Castles, 8 days

Frankfurt, Würzburg, Nuremberg, Rothenburg, Munich, Neuschwanstein, Stuttgart and Heidelberg. Daily departures, Nov 29 – Dec 16, 2026.

Your days

  1. Day 1 Arrive in Frankfurt and transfer to your hotel. Afternoon stroll through the city.
  2. Day 2 Würzburg and its UNESCO-listed center, then Nuremberg's famous Christkindlesmarkt, with mulled wine and gingerbread.
  3. Day 3 Excursion to medieval Rothenburg ob der Tauber and its Christmas market, back to Nuremberg.
  4. Day 4 To Munich: Marienplatz, the historic City Hall and the Christmas market.
  5. Day 5 Day trip to Neuschwanstein Castle and Füssen, back to Munich.
  6. Day 6 To Stuttgart for the Mercedes-Benz Museum and the Christmas market on Schlossplatz.
  7. Day 7 Heidelberg's old town and castle, then on to Frankfurt.
  8. Day 8 Transfer to Frankfurt airport.

Prices

3-star hotels4-star hotels
TravellersDouble occupancySingle occupancyDouble occupancySingle occupancy
2$2,309$3,069$2,489$3,249
4$2,249$3,009$2,409$3,169
6$1,979$2,739$2,149$2,909

Self-drive includes

  • 7 nights' accommodation with daily breakfast
  • Economy-category rental car with A/C and unlimited mileage
  • Mandatory car insurance
  • Admission to Neuschwanstein Castle and the Mercedes-Benz Museum

Not included

  • Fuel, parking, guides and other entrance fees
  • GPS, winter tires, child seats and the motorway vignette

Drivers must present a physical national and international driver's license and a credit card in the driver's name. Virtual and debit cards are not accepted.

Prices in US dollars per person, based on a minimum of 2 travellers. Single occupancy is the per-person price for a traveller in their own room within a booking of 2 or more. Subject to availability. International airfare not included.

Single room supplement is extra. Please contact us for Single travel alone supplement.

Highlights
- Visit the world-famous Christkindlesmarkt in Nuremberg
- Admission to Neuschwanstein Castle
- Discover some of the UNESCO Heritage Site in Germany

INCLUSIONS
Self-Drive Tour:
. Accommodation and daily breakfast in all hotels
. Economy-category rental car
. Unlimited mileages, A/C
. Mandatory insurances (please ask for details)
. Admission to Neuschwanstein and Mer￾cedes Benz museum

Not included:
Personal expenses, guides, entrance fees, gasoline, parking fees, speeding fines, winter tires, GPS, child seat for vehicle, vignette.

Important: National and international driver’s license must be presented in physical form (not digital). The credit card must be in the driver’s name. Virtual cards and debit cards are not accepted.

Group Tour:
. Accommodation with daily breakfast & city tax
. English-speaking tourguide throughout (day 1 to day 7)
. Bus at disposal during the entire tour
. Admission to Neuschwanstein Castle
. Admission to Heidelberg Castle
. Private guided tour to Heidelberg castles
. Admission to the Mercedes-Benz museum in Stuttgart
. Audioguide - System throughout the tour

EXCLUSIONS
Porter services, personal expenses, tips, lunch, dinner, beverages, any other not mentioned services.

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