Christmas Market Tour
8 Days Christmas Markets of Austria, Germany and Switzerland
8 Day Christmas Market Tour of Austria, Germany and Switzerland
EXPLORE, EXPERIENCE, ENJOY
Fill your festive cheer with candles, carols, snowflakes and stollen as you wander through exciting market stalls and pay tribute to old-world traditions, local craftsmanship and mesmerising city backdrops.
Vienna
Lucerne Christmas Market
Munich Christmas Market
8 DAYS CHRISTMAS MARKET TOUR OF
AUSTRIA, GERMANY AND SWITZERLAND
Welcome to Vienna
Write your very own Christmas story on a festive foray to some of Europe’s most magical Christmas markets. Our journey begins in Vienna. Take the opportunity to explore on your own before meeting your fellow travellers. Today, your Travel Director will provide an orientation drive of the Austrian capital before dinner.
Included Experiences:
Vienna Orientation
Bask in the unforgettable sights of Vienna.
Discover Vienna’s Spectacular Christmas Markets
Join your Local Specialist for a sightseeing tour of the Austrian capital, from its Parliament and City Hall to the grand State Opera House and Hofburg Palace, once the winter palace the Habsburgs, one of the most powerful royal houses of Europe.
Included Experiences:
Vienna City Tour
Walk through the first district, Inner Stadt, as your Local Specialist reveals the historic core of the city. Tour the Ring Road to see the Hofburg Imperial Residence, Opera House, Parliament Building and Karlskirche.
Optional Experience:
Schönbrunn Palace and Gardens
The Imperial Summer Palace of Schönbrunn offers an amazing journey through the centuries of Habsburg rule. It is perfectly preserved and richly decorated with treasures from around the globe. Each room has a story to tell, so of course, you’ll have a Local Specialist to bring it to life and to make the most of your time.
Adult: EUR 62.00
Viennese Concert
You’ll enjoy a wonderful concert of Viennese classical music including some of the most famous works of Strauss and Mozart, performed by some of the most highly acclaimed soloists and dancers in Austria. You’ll receive ‘A Class’ tickets and a complimentary glass of sparkling wine or juice during the interval. Please note: on occasion a small gift will be offered in place of a glass of sparkling wine.
Adult: EUR 72.00
Journey to Munich
Venture to Mozart’s beloved Salzburg. Dive Into culture with a Local Specialist on a walking tour to see the Mirabell Gardens and iconic sights that featured in the filming of the ‘Sound of Music’. Later, dramatic vistas accompany your journey as you travel past alpine landscapes to Munich, the capital of Bavaria. This evening, dinner is served at the hotel.
Included Experiences:
Discover the sights of the ‘Sound of Music’ in Salzburg
Waltz through Salzburg with your Local Specialist seeing some of the sights that featured in the filming of the ‘Sound of Music’.
Enjoy Bavarian Munich’s Magical Christmas Markets
Bundle up warmly and join a Local Expert on a MAKE TRAVEL MATTER® Experience to discover lost and forgotten Advent traditions. Embrace the festive cheer in Marienplatz with its impressive Town Hall and the ornate Glockenspiel. Then, spend the rest of your day savouring the sights, sounds and smells of Munich’s Christmas market – a dazzling display of twinkling lights, carols and a magnificent Christmas tree. Continue your feast and indulge in Munich’s unrivalled hospitality with an optional visit to enjoy the Gemütlichkeit atmosphere at one of Munich’s most traditional restaurants.
Included Experiences:
Munich Orientation
During your orientation of the city with your Travel Director, see Feldherrnhalle in the Odeonsplatz, the Palace of the Dukes of Wittelsbach, the English Garden, the Hofbräuhaus, St. Peter’s Church and the famous Marienplatz.
Advent Traditions Tour
Join a unique exploration of Munich’s old town, away from the hustle and bustle of the Christmas markets, to uncover Munich’s forgotten advent traditions. Along the way, get a taste of delicious advent treats from small independent businesses. This experience advances UN Global Goal 11: Sustainable Cities and Communities.
Optional Experiences:
Bavarian Evening
A great evening dining in the local atmosphere of a typical Bavarian restaurant. Enjoy traditional Bavarian food and sample some of Munich’s best beer – Prost!
Adult: EUR 85.00
Off to Innsbruck
We leave Munich behind and travel through the romantic Bavarian countryside en route to Oberammergau, which hosts the poignant Passion Play every ten years. Admire the village’s intricate woodcarvings and elaborate frescoes depicting Bavarian themes before continuing to Innsbruck. Indulge in delicious Kiachl doughnuts at the bustling Christmas market before returning to your hotel for dinner.
Included Experiences:
Explore Oberammergau
Immerse yourself in the history of Oberammergau.
Optional Experiences:
Traditional Tyrolean Evening
You’ll enjoy a lively evening of traditional entertainment as singers, dancers, and musicians dressed in national costume provide a colourful show of folklore and fun. Includes two drinks.
Adult: EUR 60.00
Venture to Lucerne
A winter wonderland beckons as we see the ski jump that towers over Innsbruck before continuing to Vaduz to view its turreted castle, perched perfectly above the Liechtenstein capital. Our final stop today is Lucerne, where we’ll spend the next two nights. Our orientation tour of the city takes us past the sad Lion of Lucerne and the famous wooden Chapel Bridge.
Included Experiences:
See Vaduz Castle
Explore Vaduz and admire the Royal family’s residence, Vaduz Castle, which overlooks the capital.
Lucerne Orientation
During an orientation with your Travel Director, see the Lion Monument, Old Town Hall and Chapel Bridge, the oldest wooden covered bridge in Europe.
Optional Experiences:
Swiss Countryside & Carriages
A chance to get to know the Swiss, you’ll meet local farmers and enjoy a delightful countryside tour in horse-drawn carriages. Soak up the stunning scenery as we trot around a typical rural community, en route to a local homestead where you’ll savour local drinks and snacks.
Adult: CHF 81.00
Explore Lucerne’s Festive Glittering Lights
This morning choose to join your Travel Director for an Optional Experience to the peak of a nearby mountain top. Embrace the Yuletide cheer in true Swiss-style during a visit to Lucerne’s Christmas market at Franziskanerplatz, in the heart of the city’s Old Town. Ramble past traditional wooden stalls, a warm mug of Glühwein in hand, and admire the swirling Christmas carousel, filled with the joyful sounds of happy children. For lunch we celebrate our magical journey together during an exclusive Be My Guest experience filled with Christmas cheer as you Connect With Locals in their home. The rest of the day is yours to spend at leisure or perhaps join an optional cruise on Lake Lucerne.
Included Experience:
Join the Meyer Family for a farm visit and home-hosted meal
Visit the Meyer family at Küssnachter Alpenhof and gain insights into the workings of the farm and the animals that live there. Settle into the family’s dining room area for a delicious home-cooked meal.
Optional Experience:
Mount Pilatus Explorer
Enjoy a scenic journey by cable car to Mount Pilatus’ summit. Here you’ll have time to explore, admire the views and breathe the fresh mountain air, before descending through fields and forests by cable car, to the foot of this majestic mountain.
Adult: CHF 90.00
Lake Lucerne Cruise and Drinks
Widely considered to be the loveliest of the mountain lakes, much of the shoreline of Lake Lucerne can only be fully appreciated from the water. As we cruise gently by, you’ll admire the spectacular homes of the fortunate few privileged to live on its scenic shores. Two drinks will be served during your trip.
Adult: CHF 57.00
Journey Home
We bid a festive farewell to our travel companions, returning home with magical Christmas memories.
| Price per person in MYR |
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| Room Categories | Adult Rate | |
| Standard Room | From 10,593 (NP: 13,845) |
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PACKAGE INCLUSIONS
- 7 nights accommodation in 4*- 5* hotels.
- 7 Breakfasts, 1 Lunch and 3 Dinners
- Must-see sightseeing to places as per itinerary.
- All tours’ commentary is conducted in English by a local specialist.
- All hotels’ tips and local taxes, porterage and restaurant gratuities.
- Travel across 3-countries in a luxury air-conditioned coach, equipped with WiFi, driven by a professional coach-captain.
- Services of an expert Travel Director to accompany guests throughout the trip.
PACKAGE EXCLUSIONS
- Return air ticket
- Travel Insurance
- Personal expenses
TERMS & CONDITIONS
- Chase the Seasons promo deals are applicable for new bookings made from 5 May – 30 June 2025, and travel between May 2025 and 31 May 2026.
- Prices above are in Ringgit Malaysia based per person in a twin-share room.
- The exchange rate for US Dollar (USD) to Ringgit Malaysia (MYR) is determined by Holiday Tours Finance’s based on weekly foreign exchange rate.
- Above prices are based on ROE of MYR 4.43 as of 5 May 2025
- Non-refundable deposit of RM1,000 per person is required upon booking
- Full payment is required 120 days before departure. Tours booked within 120-days before departure requires full payment upon booking
- Group Rebate MYR 400 per group is an instant rebate with min group of 4-persons travelling on same itinerary/departure for Trafalgar/Insight Vacations.
- HSBC Rebate MYR 200 per booking applies to a minimum spend of MYR 5,000 per booking per card transaction.
- All offers are capacity controlled and/or with limited allotment, once fully redeemed, offers will be withdrawn without prior notice.
- Offers may be combined with 5% Past Guest Discount, and not combinable with Future Travel Credit with carry forward discount or any other discount or promotion
- Seasonal sale/discounts are applicable on land portion, subject to availability and may be withdrawn at any time without notice.
- Other terms and conditions apply
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