Travel By Ginny presents...

Alpine Christmas

Departure Dates:

2011 - November 27; December 1, 5,

2012 - November 27, 30; December 4

All space is first come first serve and subject to availability.

7 Days * 10 Meals: 6 Breakfasts * 4 Dinners

Highlights...Innsbruck * Golden Roof * Munich * Oberammergau * Salzburg * Christmas Markets

Starting At Per Person Rates: Double $1,199.00 *

*per person, land only, double occupancy. Call for airfare from your gateway.

 

Explore traditional European Christmas markets throughout the Alpine region. Six nights in one hotel in Innsbruck allows you time to shop and explore. Explore Oberammergau, home to the original Passion Play.

Day 1:

Overnight Flight

Welcome as you join Collette Vacations in exploring the traditional Christmas markets of Austria and southern Bavaria. Your journey begins with an overnight flight to Germany.

Day 2:

Innsbruck, Austria - Tour Begins

Your tour begins in the beautiful city of Innsbruck, located in the state of Tyrol. This evening, join your fellow travelers for a welcome dinner. Today dinner will be included.

Day 3:

Innsbruck

A local guide leads a panoramic Innsbruck city tour of the highlights of the town: Maria Theresienstrasse, the Hofburg, and the "Golden Roof," all set against the backdrop of the lovely Austrian Alps. The remainder of the day is at leisure for you to explore this beautiful city, including its wonderful Christmas Market and many unique specialty shops. Today breakfast will be included.

Day 4:

Innsbruck - Munich, Germany - Innsbruck

Travel to Munich this morning. Upon arrival, enjoy a panoramic tour featuring the Marienplatz, the Glockenspiel and Olympic Park. The remainder of your day is at leisure to explore Munich’s lovely historic area. Today, your Tour Manager will help you discover the origin and history of the language(s) you will experience on your tour along with key words and phrases that will help you communicate with the locals. Tonight’s dinner is at a popular local restaurant. Today breakfast and dinner will be included.

Day 5:

Innsbruck - Oberammergau - Innsbruck

A delightful day of sightseeing awaits you. You begin with a scenic picture stop of the fairy tale Neuschwanstein Castle - its turrets and pinnacles create a dream-like atmosphere. Next, visit Wies Church, proclaimed a World Heritage Site, before proceeding to Oberammergau. This small town of craftsmen owes its fame to the internationally-known Passion Play, performed only once every ten years. Upon arrival, enjoy a brief orientation tour of this quaint, picturesque village. Today breakfast will be included.

Day 6:

Innsbruck - Salzburg - Innsbruck

Travel through the picturesque Austrian countryside to Salzburg, a city filled with beautiful gardens and wondrous architecture. Upon arrival, enjoy a leisurely-paced walking tour featuring Mirabell Gardens (seen in the Sound of Music), the quaint Getreidegasse (site of Mozart's birthplace), and many other highlights of this beautiful city. The afternoon is at leisure to explore and enjoy Salzburg's fabulous Christmas market. Your day concludes with a delightful dinner at the centuries-old St. Peter's Restaurant, located in the historic city center. Today breakfast and dinner will be included.

Day 7:

Innsbruck

Your day is at leisure to relax, explore Innsbruck's hidden treasures, or return to the Christmas markets for some last-minute shopping. This evening, join your fellow travelers for a farewell dinner, celebrating the end of a wonderful trip. Today breakfast and dinner will be included.

Day 8:

Innsbruck - Tour Ends

Your tour ends in Innsbruck this morning. Today breakfast will be included.

For more information contact

Daphne Lacy * Travel By Ginny * (321) 632-5610

daphne@travelbyginny.com