Christmas Markets of Germany, Switzerland & Austria
14 days | 16 days with Budapest extension | Estimated monthly payments as low as $158
Uncover the stunning scenery and seasonal traditions of three countries.
Get a full view of the idyllic villages and cosmopolitan capital cities of Germany, Switzerland, and Austria. Discover delightfully distinct style and substance in each destination, from the festive Christmas markets of Munich to the Art Nouveau elegance of Vienna. Swiss mountains and the Bavarian forest, German beer and Austrian wine—this tantalizing trio of countries has something for everyone.
Your tour package includes
- 12 nights in handpicked hotels
- 12 breakfasts
- 6 dinners with beer or wine
- 2 wine tastings
- 1 tasting
- 9 sightseeing tours
- Expert Tour Director & local guides
- Private deluxe motor coach
Included highlights
- Alpine Christmas markets
- Heidelberg Castle
- The Black Forest
- Lake Lucerne
- Liechtenstein
- Melk Abbey
- Belvedere Palace
- Salzburg Cathedral
Itinerary

Overnight Flight
Day 1: Travel day
Board your overnight flight to Frankfurt today.
Heidelberg Region
Day 2: Arrival in Frankfurt & transfer to the Heidelberg Region
Included meal: Welcome dinner
Welcome to Germany! Transfer to the Heidelberg region and settle in to your hotel. Then, meet your Tour Director and fellow travelers at tonight’s welcome dinner.
Reviews
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Wonderful trip! The itinerary was packed but we still had free time, the hotels were excellent, and the scenery beautiful! The weather wasn’t always the best, but the upbeat mood of our group and fantastic Tour Director Flemming made each day memorable. Highly recommend this...
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I just got back from a tour of the Christmas markets in Germany, Switzerland, and Austria, and wow—it was an absolutely magical experience! If you’ve ever dreamed of wandering through twinkling markets, sipping mulled wine, and soaking up the holiday spirit in some of the most...
EF Go Ahead Tours
Thank you for taking the time to review your tour! We are so glad to hear that your experience exploring the Christmas markets in Germany,...
Absolutely the best…. exceeded all my expectations. So many places and things to see and all perfectly coordinated. Ildiko our tour director is absolutely the best! Extremely difficult to keep 30+ people happy but, she managed to do just that and made it look effortlessly. A...
EF Go Ahead Tours
Thank you for taking the time to review your tour! We are so happy to hear that it exceeded all your expectations. It sounds like you...
Thank you to Ildiko, our tour guide, for making our dreams come true. Ildie made sure everyone was safe and having fun at all times. She was very knowledgeable of the history of every city we went to and she was hysterically funny with some of her side stories. She got us to...
This was my third tour with EF Go Ahead and wont be my last!! It never disappoints me. First let me speak on behalf of my tour director, IIdiko. She was outstanding. She met me earlier than the others on the trip, since I came in way before. From the first time we met, I knew...
EF Go Ahead Tours
Thank you for taking the time to review your tour! We are so glad to hear that your third EF Go Ahead tour was just as memorable and...
What a wonderful tour- I had no idea how much we would see and experience. I added the Budapest extension and I highly recommend it- there was so much history and beauty!
EF Go Ahead Tours
Thank you for your review! We are thrilled you had such a wonderful experience. It sounds like the Budapest extension was a fantastic...
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Hotels
We handpick every hotel to strike the balance of comfort, location, and local charm. Specific accommodations will vary based on your departure date, but these are frequently used hotels for this tour and we're confident you'll be satisfied.
Flights
Round-trip flights are one more thing we handle to make your journey as smooth as possible. Our team of travel experts will find the best flight itinerary for you at a competitive rate, thanks to our partnerships with top airlines.
FAQ
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2025 | ||
1 spot left | Available | $3,959 |
1 spot left | Available | $3,959 |
Waitlisted | Available | $3,759, $200 off $3,959 |
2 spots left | Available | $3,959 |
4 spots left | Available | $3,959 |
4 spots left | Available | $3,809, $150 off $3,959 |
2026 | ||
Available | $3,939, $150 off $4,089 | |
4 spots left | Available | $4,089 |
$4,089 | ||
Waitlisted | Available | $4,089 |
Waitlisted | Available | $4,089 |
2027 | ||
Available | $4,149 | |
Available | $4,099 | |
Available | $4,099 | |
Available | $4,099 | |
Available | $4,099 | |