Compelling Overview of the Tour

Flights & Transportation:

• Round-trip Economy class airfare from:

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• Rail transportation included between Munich & Salzburg

• Transportation between cities via rail

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• Airline taxes & fuel surcharges

• Airline & flight times determined at time of booking

Hotels (6 nights + 1 overnight flight)

• 3 nights of accommodations in a Standard Double Twin at Hotel Carmen Munich OR B&B HOTEL München-Trudering OR Similar in Munich
• 3 nights of accommodations in a Standard Double Twin at Hotel Jedermann Salzburg OR Hotel Max 70 Salzburg OR Similar in Salzburg

Optional Tours & Upgrades

Munich

• Munich: Christmas Market Magic Walking Tour with a Local
• Munich: Sightseeing hopping with traditional Bavarian delicacies
• Munich: Christmas Markets Food & Drink Tour

Salzburg

• Salzburg: Christmas/Advent Concert & Dinner
• Silent Night Oberndorf Christmas Eve Tour from Salzburg
• Salzburg: Old Town, Mozart, & Mirabell Gardens Walking Tour

Tour Itinerary at a Glance

Munich & Salzburg Getaway

Day 1: Depart the US for Munich, Germany

Fly overnight from the United States to Munich, the capital of Bavaria and gateway to alpine culture, centuries-old architecture, and hearty German cuisine. Get some rest onboard in preparation for your European adventure.

Day 2: Arrive in Munich & Travel to Salzburg

Arrive in Munich and proceed to the central train station for your journey to Salzburg, Austria—a scenic ride of about 1.5 to 2 hours through the Bavarian countryside. Upon arrival, check into your hotel and take time to unwind. If time allows, enjoy a gentle stroll through Salzburg’s Old Town (Altstadt), a UNESCO World Heritage site known for its baroque architecture and charming alleyways. Consider dinner at a local Austrian tavern offering schnitzel, goulash, or apple strudel.

Day 3: Salzburg’s Festive Splendor

Spend the day immersed in Salzburg’s holiday charm. Visit the Hohensalzburg Fortress for breathtaking winter views, then explore Mozart’s Birthplace and the Getreidegasse, beautifully decorated for the season. Warm up with a cup of hot chocolate at Café Tomaselli, one of Europe’s oldest cafés. In the evening, attend a Christmas concert or festive dinner show featuring classical music in a candlelit hall—an unforgettable Salzburg tradition.

Day 4: Salzburg’s Winter Magic

Begin with a visit to Hellbrunn Palace, home to the enchanting Hellbrunner Adventzauber Christmas Market, known for its fairy-tale setting and glowing lanterns. Alternatively, take a Sound of Music winter tour, where the Alpine countryside is blanketed in snow. For a magical day trip, visit Hallstatt, a lakeside village that looks straight out of a Christmas card. Return to Salzburg for a final evening wandering its Christmas markets, perhaps sampling lebkuchen (gingerbread) or roasted almonds.

Day 5: Travel from Salzburg to Munich, Germany

Board a morning train back to Munich, arriving in time to dive into the city’s festive heart. Start at Marienplatz, home to the famous Christkindlmarkt, where the scent of cinnamon, roasted nuts, and mulled wine fills the air. Watch the Glockenspiel performance against a backdrop of Christmas lights, then browse stalls selling hand-carved ornaments and Bavarian crafts. In the evening, enjoy dinner and live music at Hofbräuhaus, Munich’s legendary beer hall, decked out for the season.

Day 6: Discover Munich’s Christmas Charm

Begin your day at Nymphenburg Palace, where the gardens and market stalls create a regal winter setting. Then head to the English Garden, where you might see ice skaters gliding across frozen ponds. Later, explore more festive markets—such as the Medieval Christmas Market at Wittelsbacherplatz or the Christmas Village in the Munich Residenz Courtyard, offering a cozy, storybook atmosphere. In the evening, enjoy Bavarian comfort food—sausages, pretzels, and hot spiced wine—at a cheerful beer garden wrapped in lights.

Day 7: Final Day in Munich

On your last full day, choose between sightseeing and soaking in more of Munich’s festive flair. Visit the BMW Museum or take a short excursion to Neuschwanstein Castle, whose snow-covered turrets look even more magical in winter. If staying in town, spend your final afternoon revisiting the Marienplatz Christkindlmarkt or exploring local boutiques for last-minute gifts. As night falls, raise a final toast with warm mulled wine under the glow of the Christmas tree in the city square.

Day 8: Depart Munich for the US

Transfer to Munich Airport for your flight home, carrying cherished memories of twinkling markets, Alpine beauty, and the heartwarming spirit of a Bavarian and Austrian Christmas.

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