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Alpine Christmas Markets

Luxury coach travel with extra legroom and onboard amenities
Guided tours with local experts to bring the history to life
Handpicked accommodation in the heart of the festive action

$5,055 pp twin share

8 nights

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Alpine Christmas Markets Guided tour

Map Alpine Christmas Markets Guided Tour W550 2027

Departs 24 November 2026 Returns 18 December 2027

Duration8 nights

OperatorInsight Vacations

StyleTour

HighlightDiscover the festive magic of Christmas in the Alps, from the iconic Munich markets to the snow-capped spires of Salzburg

Explore the iconic Christmas markets of Munich, Salzburg, Freiburg and Strasbourg. Indulge in traditional Bavarian cuisine and mulled wine. Immerse yourself in the medieval charm of historic towns and cities

There is nothing quite like Christmas among the Alps with the festive Munich Christmas Market, Salzburg’s snow-capped spires and an indulgent cup of Glühwein. Your Local Expert brings Mozart’s history to life before a visit to Salzburg's Christmas market. After tasting the festive treats, the culinary delights continue with a traditional dining experience at Swarovski Crystal Worlds. If that is not enough to summon your holiday spirit, a stroll through the medieval cobbled streets of Freiburg will certainly do the trick, not to mention the fairytale surroundings of Strasbourg, where the sweet scent of cinnamon is carried on the breeze at the oldest Christmas market in France.

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When & how much

Departures & Pricing

Departs

24 November 2026

Returns

18 December 2027

Duration

8 nights

From pp twin share

$5,055 pp

24 Nov 2026 - 02 Dec 2026
from $5,925 pp twin share *
26 Nov 2026 - 04 Dec 2026
from $5,675 pp twin share *
28 Nov 2026 - 06 Dec 2026
from $5,950 pp twin share *
30 Nov 2026 - 08 Dec 2026
from $5,962.50 pp twin share *
01 Dec 2026 - 09 Dec 2026
from $6,050 pp twin share *
02 Dec 2026 - 10 Dec 2026
from $5,875 pp twin share *
03 Dec 2026 - 11 Dec 2026
from $5,950 pp twin share *
04 Dec 2026 - 12 Dec 2026
from $6,675 pp twin share *
06 Dec 2026 - 14 Dec 2026
from $5,495 pp twin share *
07 Dec 2026 - 15 Dec 2026
from $5,495 pp twin share *
09 Dec 2026 - 17 Dec 2026
from $5,495 pp twin share *
10 Dec 2026 - 18 Dec 2026
from $5,950 pp twin share *
24 Nov 2027 - 02 Dec 2027
from $5,055 pp twin share *
26 Nov 2027 - 04 Dec 2027
from $5,055 pp twin share *
28 Nov 2027 - 06 Dec 2027
from $5,055 pp twin share *
30 Nov 2027 - 08 Dec 2027
from $5,605 pp twin share *
01 Dec 2027 - 09 Dec 2027
from $5,775 pp twin share *
02 Dec 2027 - 10 Dec 2027
from $5,605 pp twin share *
03 Dec 2027 - 11 Dec 2027
from $5,495 pp twin share *
04 Dec 2027 - 12 Dec 2027
from $5,325 pp twin share *
06 Dec 2027 - 14 Dec 2027
from $5,088 pp twin share *
07 Dec 2027 - 15 Dec 2027
from $5,088 pp twin share *
09 Dec 2027 - 17 Dec 2027
from $5,088 pp twin share *
10 Dec 2027 - 18 Dec 2027
from $5,088 pp twin share *

* Prices and category availability are subject to change without notice.

Cabin grades, balcony upgrades and pre-cruise hotel options are quoted on enquiry — call 1300 414 198.

Day by day

Itinerary

1
Arrive in Munich
Welcome to Germany. Meet your Travel Director this afternoon for an orientation of the city that will show you some of the city’s major sights, culminating in the Marienplatz, with its soaring Town Hall and Glockenspiel. Here, the Christkindlmarkt will be in full swing, an entrancing festival of light and music. In the evening, join your Travel Director and fellow guests for a dinner with wine.
2
Free Time in the Bavarian Capital
Explore Munich with Insight Choice. Choose to join a Local Expert for a foodie walking tour in the city centre. Alternatively, visit the famous Residenz, and see its museum and Treasury. This afternoon, consider joining an optional experience to explore the romantic royal palaces of the Bavarian Alps.
3
Lake Chiemsee, Salzburg and Innsbruck
Travel past Lake Chiemsee, often called the Bavarian Sea, en route to Salzburg. With your Local Expert, stroll through the baroque Old Town and visit Mozart’s Birthplace on Getreidegasse. Inside, enjoy a rare musical demonstration on his original pianoforte, a moment that brings Salzburg’s most famous son vividly to life. Afterwards, explore the city’s renowned Christmas markets and enjoy a warming Glühwein, a traditional mulled wine dating back to the 15th century, with your Travel Director. Explore the market with your free time where you can browse handcrafted decorations and shop for local delicacies. Continue to Swarovski Crystal World, a visionary museum and art space conceived by André Heller to celebrate the artisanship and creativity of the Swarovski legacy.
4
Innsbruck at Leisure
Enjoy a horse & carriage ride in the morning. Immerse yourself in the festive atmosphere of the Old Town and Christmas Markets, set in front of the Golden Roof, graced by beautifully preserved medieval facades.
5
The Black Forest via Lindau
Travel through the Alberg tunnel, Austria’s longest road tunnel, as you return to Germany and pause in the tiny island-town of Lindau. Walk through the maze of ancient streets down to the harbour. Across the lake, often shrouded in mist, look for the rising silhouette of snow-capped peaks. After time to explore, continue along the shores of the Bodensee to your hotel in the Black Forest.
6
Freiburg Sightseeing
Visit Freiburg in the morning, a lively university city with a charming Christmas atmosphere. Walk from the medieval Münster through the heart of the historic old quarter, past colourful stalls offering a range of festive goodies from the Black Forest.
7
Strasbourg and Alsace Experience
Cross the Rhine to the region of Alsace, wedged between the Black Forest and the Vosges Mountains. This area has changed nationality four times since 1870! Arrive in Strasbourg, the City at the Crossroads, where the Christmas Market is the oldest and one of the largest in France. Spend time in a cosy neighbourhood of timbered fairy-tale buildings, with Christmas shops and a gingerbread bakery, warm with fragrant promise. Return to Germany and venture to a local restaurant for a delightful dinner of local specialities, accompanied by wine.
8
The Swiss City of Zürich
Cross the Swiss border and head for Zurich where a MAKE TRAVEL MATTER® visit takes you through the streets of Zurich. Enjoy the traditional Christmas Markets in Zurich's Old Town. Toast to the culmination of your Yuletide journey during a festive dinner with wine at a local restaurant with its own microbrewery.
9
Depart Zürich
Say a fond farewell to Switzerland and your newfound friends at the end of an unforgettable journey. Your final hotel is located at the airport, just a short walk from the terminal, so there’s no need to arrange a transfer.

What you get for the price

Inclusions & exclusions

What’s included

Enjoy the comfort of Insight's luxurious, air-conditioned, 40-seat coach with double the standard legroom and onboard washroom.
Our customized luxury coaches are sanitized before the start of your tour and are maintained to very high standards.
Physical distancing measures have been implemented on our customized luxury coaches.
Hand sanitizer is freely available on board for you to use throughout the day.
Personal radio headsets give you the freedom to wander during visits to famous highlights, without missing any of your Local Expert's fascinating commentary.
Hotel and restaurant tips are included - you'll never have to worry about how much to give, nor search for foreign currency.

Where you’ll stay