Christmas Markets & Castles 8 Days (Self-Drive)
8 Days : Frankfurt - Würzburg - Nuremberg - Munich - Neuschwanstein - Stuttgart - Heidelberg
Tour overview:
Visit the world-famous Christkindlesmarkt in Nuremberg. The “Christkindle Market” is the most famous of all markets in Germany, right in the heart of Nuremberg‘s old town. Heidelberg is Germany´s oldest university town and one of the most popular destinations in the country.
Day 1 - Arrive Frankfurt
Arrive in Frankfurt. In the afternoon, take a leisurely stroll through Frankfurt. Accommodation in Frankfurt.
Day 2 - Frankfurt - Würzburg - Nuremberg
Travel from Frankfurt to Würzburg and enjoy a sightseeing tour of the city. Würzburg ´s city center has been designated a UNESCO Heritage Site. Then continue to Nuremberg. The “Christkindle Markt” is the most famous of all markets in Germany, right in the heart of Nuremberg‘s old town. Your guide will make you familiar with the typical products of the season, like mulled wine, gingerbread, and other delicacies. Accommodation in Nuremberg.
Day 3 - Nuremberg - Rothenburg - Nuremberg
Today enjoy an excursion to the romantic city of Rothenburg ob der Tauber, one of the oldest cities in Romantic Germany. Its small streets and historic buildings take you back to medieval times. Tour the city and visit the Christmas market. In the afternoon, drive back to Nuremberg. Accommodation in Nuremberg.
Day 4 - Nuremberg - Munich
In the morning, travel to Munich. The Bavarian capital combines the atmosphere of a charming historic city with that of a modern metropolis. Visit the city‘s main attractions, including the Marienplatz Square, the historic City Hall, and the Christmas market. Accommodation in Munich.
Day 5 - Munich - Neuschwanstein - Munich
Today enjoy a day-excursion to visit Neuschwanstein castle, built by Ludwig II, the castle that inspired Walt Disney´s castle of the sleeping beauty. Take a stroll to Füssen as well. In the afternoon, return to Munich. Accommodation in Munich.
Day 6 - Munich - Stuttgart
Travel from Munich to Stuttgart, the capital of the state of Baden-Württemberg. Home to the head offices of Mercedes Benz and Porsche, Stuttgart is situated in a valley surrounded by vineyards. Visit the Mercedes- Benz museum and view over 160 models of cars. In the evening, enjoy the Christmas market around the Schlossplatz. Accommodation in Stuttgart.
Day 7 - Stuttgart - Heidelberg - Frankfurt
Travel from Stuttgart to Heidelberg. Take a stroll through the old town of Heidelberg and enjoy a guided tour to the castle. Idyllically located on the shores of the Neckar River, Heidelberg is Germany´s oldest university town and one of the most popular destinations in the country. In the afternoon continue to Frankfurt. Accommodation in Frankfurt.
Day 8 - Depart Frankfurt
After breakfast conclude the tour at Frankfurt airport.