GERMANY - BAVARIA
Day by day itinerary for your trip
Day 1: 03 Dec 2025
Wednesday, 03 Dec 2025 - 06 Dec 2025: Accommodation: Rosewood Munich
Munich airport transfer
Our driver meets you at your gate of arrival/lobby of your hotel. He will be waiting for you with a name board.
OPTIONAL:
Munich Highlights Tour (3 hrs guide - walking)
Taking a guided tour through Munich you will learn that Munich is not only adored for its beer!
You will be visiting places for good food & company like the Hofbräuhaus and the famous Viktualien Market Square and historical buildings and squares like the New Town hall, the Church of our Lady and Stachus square.
What you will see:
- Marienplatz
- Church of our Lady
- New Town hall
- Munich Residence
- Stachus square
- Hofbräuhaus
- Viktualien Market Square
- Maximilian street boulevard
- Odeonsplatz square
Day 2: 04 Dec 2025
Munich half day walking tour incl Christmas Market
On this very atmospheric cultural history and culinary tour, you can experience Munich at Christmas time, with mulled wine stands and the fragrance of roast almonds in the heart of the city. On a walk through the Christmas market, including the many stands with nativity sets, you will hear poems and stories about the traditional Munich “Christkindlmarkt”. A typical German Christmas snack and a mulled wine are included. You will also be visiting places for good food & company like the Hofbräuhaus and the famous Viktualien Market Square and get to know historical buildings and squares like the New Town hall, the Church of our Lady and Stachus square.
Day 3: 05 Dec 2025
Day trip to Nuremberg (car at disposal)
Enjoy a comfortable private transfer from Munich to Nuremberg and back, with your car and driver at disposal for up to nine hours.
Spend the day in Nuremberg at your own pace — explore the beautifully preserved Old Town, visit the Imperial Castle, or simply wander through its lively squares and cozy cafés. During the Christmas season, the city transforms into a festive wonderland, and a visit to its world-famous Christkindlesmarkt is an absolute must.
OPTIONAL:
half day Nuremberg city tour incl Christmas market (walking)
Every year, visitors from all over the world come to experience the magic of the Nuremberg Christkindlesmarkt, where shimmering gold-foil angels (Rauschgoldengel) welcome guests from near and far. On this festive walking tour, you’ll discover the rich history of the Christkindlesmarkt, learn why the Christkind calls Nuremberg its home, and uncover what the beloved Rauschgoldengel and Zwetschgenmännla (figures made from dried plums) reveal about the city’s long tradition of craftsmanship. Your guide shares stories and legends surrounding Nuremberg’s Christmas customs, the artistry behind its decorations, and how these traditions have shaped the city’s identity as Germany’s “Christmas Capital.” Between stories, enjoy culinary stops to warm up and taste local seasonal specialties — the perfect way to experience the spirit and flavor of Nuremberg at Christmas time.
Day 4: 06 Dec 2025
Saturday, 06 Dec 2025 - Tuesday, 09 Dec 2025: Accommodation: TBD
Day 5: 07 Dec 2025
Visit of Neuschwanstein Castle and Füssen
Embark on a journey through storybook Bavaria on this full-day private tour from Garmisch-Partenkirchen to Neuschwanstein Castle and the charming medieval town of Füssen.
Travel by car with your private guide through beautiful alpine scenery before arriving at Neuschwanstein, King Ludwig II’s world-famous “fairytale castle.” Perched high above the valley, its towers and turrets seem to rise straight from a dream. Your visit includes an audio-guided group tour inside the castle — the only way to explore its magnificent interiors — while your private guide will, of course, provide rich historical and cultural context before and after the visit, bringing Ludwig’s fascinating story to life.
Afterward, enjoy the sweeping views from Marienbrücke Bridge before continuing to the nearby town of Füssen, one of Bavaria’s oldest and most picturesque towns. Stroll through its pastel-colored streets, browse local artisan shops, or relax in a cozy café as your guide shares insights into the region’s history and traditions. During the Advent season, the visit becomes even more enchanting with the Romantic Christmas Market in Füssen, set against the backdrop of the historic St. Mang Monastery — where twinkling lights, festive music, and the scent of mulled wine create a truly magical winter atmosphere.
Day 6: 08 Dec 2025
Tour to Oberammergau & Ettal Abbey
Experience the magic of Bavaria in winter on this half-day journey to Oberammergau and Ettal, two Alpine villages where tradition, artistry, and Christmas charm come beautifully together.
Begin in Oberammergau, world-famous for its Passion Play and centuries-old woodcarving tradition. Stroll through streets adorned with Lüftlmalerei — colorful murals depicting biblical and folk scenes — and discover artisan workshops filled with hand-carved nativity figures and festive decorations. During the Advent season, the village glows with lights and small Christmas stalls that capture the warmth and spirit of the holidays.
Continue to the nearby Ettal Abbey, a 14th-century Benedictine monastery nestled in a snow-covered valley. Admire its splendid baroque church and learn about the monks’ life and craftsmanship — from brewing beer to producing herbal liqueurs and chocolates, perfect for festive gifts.
Day 7: 09 Dec 2025
Transfer Garmisch-Partenkirchen
TOTAL FOR 4: TBC €
includes: accomodation, all transfers, guiding and all services mentioned above.
excludes: meals and tipping.
OPTIONAL
MUNICH: Private Christmas Baking Class – Traditional German Cookies & Holiday Spirit (3 hrs)
Experience the cozy magic of a German Christmas kitchen in this hands-on private baking class, perfect for anyone who loves authentic traditions and delicious treats. Guided by your local pastry expert, you’ll prepare three traditional varieties of German Christmas cookies — Vanillekipferl (vanilla crescents), Spitzbuben (jam-filled shortbread), and Lebkuchen (spiced gingerbread). Each has its own distinct flavor, story, and technique, offering a delightful glimpse into German holiday culture. You’ll also bake Butterplätzchen, classic butter cookies ideal for decorating and adding a personal touch. And while the cookies bake, you’ll learn how to make your own homemade Glühwein (mulled wine) or alcohol-free punch — filling the kitchen with the comforting aromas of cinnamon, cloves, and citrus. All the cookies you bake can be packed up and taken home — a warm and delicious souvenir of your time in Germany.
AUSTRIA
Day 1: 03 Dec 2025
Arrival in Vienna - Transfer from Airport to hotel.
Depending on arrival time, do an orientation walk with guide on arrival day for 2 hrs - with entrance to St. Stephan's Cathedral (We can do this at one of the other days)
Day 2: 04 Dec 2025
Morning: Visit of "Morgenarbeit" at Spanish Riding School (= Training session with music). VIP with exclusive welcome, introduction, tour at the stables
Afternoon: Car & Guide: sightseeing with visits of museums and christmas markets
*Belvedere Palace (with christmas market)
*Museum of Fine Arts (with christmas market)
* Schönbrunn Palace (attention: very very crowded, entrance tickets are hard to obtain)
Day 3: 05 Dec 2025
Visit of Imperial Treasury
Visit of Imperial Vault
Private "Waltz dance lesson" at famous dancing school
Horse carriage ride - 40 min through city centre
Day 4: 06 Dec 2025
Free day or guided shopping tour in the morning or afternoon.
Day 5: 07 Dec 2025
Transfer from Vienna to Salzburg by car (driving time approx. 3,5hrs)
Afternoon city walk (approx. 2hrs) in Salzburg with entrance at Mozart’s Birthplace
Visit and pass by christmas markets in Salzburg city centre
NOTE; if time allows visit of the Fortress Hohensalzburg with guide
Day 6: 08 Dec 2025
Tour to "lake district" with visit of christmas market(s) e.g. Hellbrunn
Day 7: 09 Dec 2025
Transfer back to Vienna by car.