25 Nov 2026
Twin share
£2,825pp
Single from £3,375
Escorted tour
German Christmas Markets by Coach: Berlin to Munich – 8 Days
Berlin, Leipzig, Dresden, Nuremberg, Rothenburg and Munich at Christmas, by coach with a tour director.
8 days
From £2,350
Tour overview
This 8-day escorted tour travels the length of Germany during Advent, visiting some of the country's oldest and most famous Christmas markets. You travel by comfortable coach with a tour director throughout and local experts in the main cities, and several days have a relaxed start. You stay seven nights in well-located hotels: two at the DoubleTree by Hilton Berlin Ku'damm, two at the Hilton Dresden, one at the Park Plaza in Nuremberg and two at the Munich Marriott. Seven breakfasts and three dinners are included, along with a light welcome dinner in Berlin and a festive dinner with wine in Munich, plus airport transfers in Berlin and Munich.
In Berlin a local expert shows you the Brandenburg Gate, the State Opera House, remnants of the Berlin Wall, Unter den Linden and the restored Reichstag, with time to browse the city's many markets, from Gendarmenmarkt to Charlottenburg Palace. Heading south, you stop in Leipzig to visit Bach's Thomaskirche and its medieval market square, known for its music and culinary delights.
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Two nights in Dresden give you time for the Striezelmarkt, which dates back to 1434, and a guided tour past the Procession of the Dukes mosaic, the cathedral, the Semper Opera House and the Zwinger Palace, with the rebuilt Frauenkirche at its heart. In Nuremberg, the stalls of the famous Christkindlesmarkt are dressed in red and white cloth beneath ancient ramparts and watchtowers, and you can try the city's gingerbread and little grilled sausages.
You then cross the heart of Germany to Rothenburg ob der Tauber, one of the best-preserved medieval towns in Europe, before reaching Munich. A local expert reveals Munich's Advent traditions in the quieter streets beyond the Marienplatz market, before a festive farewell dinner with wine.
The physical rating is low, with walking on cobbles in winter weather. This tour suits travellers who want the classic German Christmas market experience, with history, music and food along the way. Expect mulled wine, gingerbread, roasted chestnuts and handmade decorations at every stop, with old towns twinkling with lights after dark. Relaxed starts on several mornings keep the pace comfortable.
Trip highlights
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Berlin's landmarks and markets (Day 2)
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Leipzig and Bach's Thomaskirche (Day 3)
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Dresden's Striezelmarkt (Days 3–4)
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Nuremberg's Christkindlesmarkt (Day 5)
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Medieval Rothenburg ob der Tauber (Day 6)
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Munich's Advent traditions (Day 7)
Your route
6 stops from Berlin to Munich
- Berlin Days 1–2
- Leipzig Day 3
- Dresden Days 3–4
- Nuremberg Day 5
- Rothenburg ob der Tauber Day 6
- Munich Days 6–8
Why choose this tour
Germany's most famous Christmas markets in one week. Two nights in Dresden and Munich, with relaxed starts.
Best suited to
- Christmas market lovers
- Couples and friends looking for a festive break
- Music and history lovers
- Travellers who prefer coach touring
Day-by-day itinerary
8 days from Berlin, Germany to Munich, Germany
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Day 1 · Berlin Arrive in Berlin
Meet your tour director for a light dinner.
- Hotel
- DoubleTree by Hilton Berlin Ku'damm or similar
- Meals
- Dinner
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Day 2 · Brandenburg Gate, Reichstag Berlin
A guided tour of Berlin's landmarks and time for the markets.
- Hotel
- DoubleTree by Hilton Berlin Ku'damm or similar
- Meals
- Breakfast
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Day 3 · Leipzig, Dresden Leipzig to Dresden
Visit Bach's Thomaskirche, then continue to Dresden.
- Hotel
- Hilton Dresden or similar
- Meals
- Breakfast, Dinner
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Day 4 · Zwinger Palace, Frauenkirche Dresden
A guided tour and the Striezelmarkt.
- Hotel
- Hilton Dresden or similar
- Meals
- Breakfast
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Day 5 · Nuremberg Nuremberg
Explore the Christkindlesmarkt.
- Hotel
- Park Plaza Nuremberg or similar
- Meals
- Breakfast, Dinner
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Day 6 · Rothenburg ob der Tauber, Munich Rothenburg to Munich
Stroll medieval Rothenburg on the way to Munich.
- Hotel
- Munich Marriott or similar
- Meals
- Breakfast
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Day 7 · Munich, Marienplatz Munich
A walk through Munich's Advent traditions and a festive dinner.
- Hotel
- Munich Marriott or similar
- Meals
- Breakfast, Dinner
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Day 8 · Munich Depart Munich
Transfer to Munich airport.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Where you stay
- Berlin (2 nights) DoubleTree by Hilton Berlin Ku'damm or similar
- Dresden (2 nights) Hilton Dresden or similar
- Nuremberg (1 night) Park Plaza Nuremberg or similar
- Munich (2 nights) Munich Marriott or similar
Hotel names are indicative and may be replaced with a property of similar standard and location.
What's included
Included
- Accommodation 7 nights in hotels
- Meals 7 breakfasts, 3 dinners and a light welcome dinner
- Coach travel and airport transfers in Berlin and Munich
- Berlin and Dresden with local experts
- Leipzig, Nuremberg and Rothenburg ob der Tauber
- Munich Advent traditions walk
- Tour director throughout
Not included
- Flights to Berlin and from Munich
- Meals not listed
- Tips, travel insurance and personal spending
This trip might not be for you if…
Honest disclaimer — please read
- You want a small group — coach groups can be large
- You dislike the cold — winter days are chilly
- You want Christmas Day itself — departures are in late November and December
- You want flights included — they are not
Good to know
FCDO advice
UK FCDO travel advice for Germany
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Departures & prices
From £2,350 per person, twin share, tour only. 16 upcoming departures.
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25 Nov 2027
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02 Dec 2027
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05 Dec 2027
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£2,550pp
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07 Dec 2027
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£2,550pp
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09 Dec 2027
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£2,650pp
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11 Dec 2027
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£2,550pp
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Frequently asked questions
How do I book this tour?
Tap any "Enquire" button on the page and one of our travel specialists will be in touch within 24 hours (often same day). We'll confirm availability on your preferred date, run through anything you need to know, and only ask for the deposit once you've decided.
What financial protection do I get?
Every Travelisto booking is 100% financially protected. Your money is held in a ring-fenced Trust account until you return from your trip, and we are members of the Protected Trust Services scheme (PTS 6035). Most tours also include ATOL protection where flights are part of the package.
When does this tour run?
During the Christmas market season, from late November through December.
Are airport transfers included?
Yes, from Berlin Brandenburg on Day 1 and to Munich airport on Day 8.
Which markets do we visit?
Berlin, Leipzig, Dresden, Nuremberg, Rothenburg and Munich.
What should I pack?
Warm layers, a hat, gloves and shoes with good grip for cobbles.
How much walking is there?
Moderate walking in old towns and markets.
Do I need a visa?
UK visitors do not need a visa for Germany for a short holiday stay.
Can you tailor the trip?
Yes — every escorted tour can be modified into a private tailor-made version with your own dates, adjusted pace, upgraded hotels and add-on extensions. Tell us what you'd like changed when you enquire and we'll quote it both ways so you can compare.
What if my flight is delayed or cancelled?
If your international flight is part of your booking through us, we re-book at no cost. If you've booked flights separately, the tour's local team holds your transfer slot until you arrive. We strongly recommend a comprehensive travel insurance policy that includes delay and cancellation cover.
ATOL protected
100% financially protected in a Trust bank account
PTS 6035
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Tailor-made option
Not quite the right fit? Make it tailor-made.
If this group tour doesn't match your ideal trip, our specialists will turn it into a private tailor-made journey — your own dates, your own pace, upgraded hotels where you want them, and the parts you don't love swapped out. Same destinations, just rebuilt around you.
Contact us for a tailor-made version of this itinerary