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Bavarian Christmas Markets

Bavarian Christmas Markets, a rail journey with Great Rail Journeys

Embrace the magic of Christmas on a seasonal journey through Bavaria's beloved festive markets, based in the charming city of Nuremberg.

Day by day

  1. Day 1railovernight: Nuremberg

    By rail from London to Nuremberg

    Your festive holiday begins this morning by meeting the Tour Manager and travelling group at London St Pancras, joining the Eurostar to Brussels and enjoying a light meal at Plus class seats. In the Belgian capital, we change trains to travel via Frankfurt to Nuremberg. Upon arrival in Bavaria this evening, we walk the short distance to our modern hotel. Tonight is free to explore the wonderful market stalls and dine independently.

    Meals: Eurostar Light Meal

  2. Day 2railovernight: Nuremberg

    Exploring Nuremberg on a guided walking tour

    Our day begins with a guided walking tour of Nuremberg, including the imperial Kaiserburg castle overlooking the Altstadt marketplace. The rest of the day is free to explore the Christmas markets, wander through twinkling lights, savour mulled wine and delicious treats. Optional visits include the castle or the German Railway Museum (both payable on entry), or a horse-drawn stagecoach tour of the Old Town.

    Meals: Breakfast

  3. Day 3railovernight: Nuremberg

    Soaking in the seasonal spirit of Regensburg

    After breakfast, an hour's rail journey transports us to the picturesque Bavarian town of Regensburg. Renowned for its charming medieval architecture and festive markets, you're free to explore, sample the local cuisine and enjoy the holiday spirit. Highlights include St Peter's Cathedral and the historic Wurstkuchl (Sausage Kitchen). In the afternoon, we return to our hotel in Nuremberg.

    Meals: Breakfast

  4. Day 4overnight: Nuremberg

    Along the Romantic Road to Rothenburg

    We drive along the picturesque Romantic Road to the charming walled town of Rothenburg ob der Tauber, often referred to as the 'Jewel of Germany'. Explore perfectly preserved half-timbered buildings, the chiming clock tower, and the festive Christmas market. Try the local speciality schneeballe (fried dough confections). At the end of the afternoon, we are transferred back to Nuremberg by coach. This evening, we enjoy dinner together at our hotel.

    Meals: Breakfast, Dinner

  5. Day 5rail

    Homeward bound

    After our final hotel breakfast, we take the train from Nuremberg to Cologne, continue to Brussels, and join the Eurostar back to London St Pancras.

    Meals: Breakfast, Eurostar Light Meal

Included

  • Expertise of a UK Tour Manager from start to finish
  • 4 nights' 4-Star hotel accommodation
  • Eurostar Plus First & Standard Class rail travel
  • All rail and coach travel throughout the tour
  • Eurostar light meals
  • Breakfast each day
  • 1 dinner
  • All guided tours and excursions

Not included

  • Cancellation & Travel Insurance

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