7 days - from only £1,139pp
ABOUT THE TOUR
Make your Christmas dreams come true with visits to Austria, Germany, Switzerland and Liechtenstein on this magical tour! Get into the festive spirit on Christmas Eve as we explore the fairy tale castles of Bavaria, including the famous Neuschwanstein Castle. Create memories to treasure on Christmas Day with a ride on the remarkable Swiss Glacier Express, before spending time in Liechtenstein’s capital, Vaduz. Why not round your holiday off in true style and join our optional excursion to the beautiful alpine towns of St. Anton and Lech?
TOUR INCLUDES
Dec 22:
Local departure by coach or Home Connect service, then to Belgium for an overnight stay.
Dec 23:
Continue to Austria for a four-night stay.
Included meals: Breakfast, Dinner
Christmas Eve: Füssen and Hohenschwangau
Today our superb included excursion takes us to Bavaria and the lovely town of Füssen, situated at the southern end of the Romantic Road. You will have time at leisure to discover the medieval centre of this charming town located above the River Lech.
We then continue to the village of Hohenschwangau. Here you will have the opportunity to photograph Neuschwanstein, the fairy tale castle of Mad King Ludwig, (weather permitting). This romantic castle, upon which Walt Disney based Sleeping Beauty’s Palace, is one of Germany’s most popular images.
Please note that Christmas Eve in Austria and Germany is a traditional religious festival and in many areas is still celebrated as such. This may mean that facilities in towns, villages, and hotels may close early.
Included meals: Breakfast, Dinner
Füssen
Included Highlights
Christmas Day: Swiss Glacier Express and Vaduz
Merry Christmas! Celebrate with an unforgettable ride on the famous Swiss Glacier Express. We board the train in Chur, the oldest city in Switzerland, and travel through the magnificent scenery of the Swiss Alps to the charming ski resort of Andermatt.
Late this afternoon we return to the hotel for a Christmas evening turkey dinner. (Please note that the train journey may operate in reverse, from Andermatt to Chur).
Included meals: Breakfast, Dinner
Swiss Glacier Express
Included Highlights
Boxing Day: St. Anton and Lech
Enjoy a day at leisure today, or why not join our optional excursion to the beautiful alpine towns of St. Anton and Lech?
Situated on the Arlberg and surrounded by alpine peaks and wooded hills, St. Anton is famous for its outstanding natural scenery. Home to approximately 2500 inhabitants, the town has a charming atmosphere where crisp, clean mountain air is always guaranteed. Take a stroll down the pedestrian precinct and relax in one of the cafés or restaurants.
Included meals: Breakfast, Dinner
Optional Excursions
Our optional excursions are a great addition to enhance your holiday experience and are highly recommended.
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The optional excursions will be available to book during your tour.
Prices are per person and are subject to change. Payment will be in cash in Euros (for tours to Europe) or Sterling (for UK tours).
Dec 27:
We leave Austria and head north to Belgium for an overnight stay.
Included meals: Breakfast
Dec 28:
Return home.
Included meals: Breakfast
Single Room Supplement from £209.00 (7 days).
You will stay for four night at the 4-Star Vienna House Martinspark in Dornbirn.
Overnight stays in Belgium will be in city-style hotels.
Travel from most joining points is included within your coach holiday price.
See our full list of our joining points.