Christmas in the Austrian Tyrol & Bavarian Castles
Christmas in the Austrian Tyrol & Bavarian Castles
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Christmas in the Austrian Tyrol & Bavarian Castles
8 Days Starting and ending in Belgium
Visiting: Belgium, Tyrol, Brenner Pass, Innsbruck, Zillertal, Füssen
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Tour code:
xta
Guide Type:
Fully Guided
Age range:
Everyone
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Tour Overview
Experience the magic of Christmas with our enchanting tour through the Austrian Tyrol and Bavarian Castles. Departing from the UK, this coach tour takes you on a festive journey through the heart of Europe. Begin with an overnight stay in Belgium before heading to the picturesque Austrian Tyrol, where you'll spend five nights in a charming 4-star hotel. Delight in the festive atmosphere of Brixen, explore the historic streets of Innsbruck, and enjoy a traditional Christmas Day horse and carriage ride. On Boxing Day, discover the fairy-tale castles of Bavaria, including the iconic Neuschwanstein Castle. With optional excursions and plenty of free time to explore, this tour offers a perfect blend of guided experiences and personal discovery, ensuring a memorable holiday season amidst stunning alpine landscapes.
Highlights
Itinerary
Day 1 : Dec 21
Location: Belgium
Accommodation Name: hotel
Local departure by coach or Door-to-Door service, then to Belgium for an overnight stay.
Day 2 : Dec 22
Location: Tyrol
Accommodation Name: Hotel Cafe Zillertal
Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner
Continue to our hotel in the Austrian Tyrol for a five-night stay.
Day 3 : Italian Süd Tirol & Brixen
Location: Brenner Pass
Accommodation Name: Hotel Cafe Zillertal
Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner
This morning our included excursion takes us over the spectacular Brenner Pass, scenically one of the most beautiful routes in Europe. We travel to the small picturesque town of Brixen, which was founded over 1,000 years ago and is one of the oldest towns in the south Tirol.
At this time of year the town has a wonderful festive atmosphere. There are the aromas of glühwein, cinnamon and gingerbread in the air as the café’s, restaurants and inns around the Domplatz tempt visitors in. The annual Christmas market takes place in Cathedral Square and with around 40 stalls you are sure to find something to suit your taste. There will be free time for you to stroll around the quaint medieval alleys and explore the town centre. We return to our hotel later this afternoon in time for our evening meal.
Day 4 : Christmas Eve Free Time or Innsbruck
Location: Innsbruck
Accommodation Name: Hotel Cafe Zillertal
Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner
Our optional excursion takes us to Innsbruck, the capital of the Tyrol. Located on the River Inn and at the foot of the Karwendel Alps, Innsbruck is the fifth largest city in Austria. Perhaps visit the Swarovski crystal shop, which is turned into a Christmas grotto during the festive period.
If you fancy escaping the hustle and bustle of the centre, climb aboard the Hungerburgbahn funicular (at own cost) where you are guaranteed breathtaking views over Innsbruck. Be sure to discover the old quarter with its charming arcaded streets, the famous Golden Roof, stroll along the Maria Theresien Strasse with its bustling shops or climb the Tower of the City for magnificent views of the city. Please remember that Christmas Eve in Austria is a traditional religious festival. This may mean that facilities in towns, villages and hotels may close early. After free time we return to the hotel for our evening meal.
Day 5 : Christmas Day Horse & Carriage Ride
Location: Zillertal
Accommodation Name: Hotel Cafe Zillertal
Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner
‘Merry Christmas’! Enjoy an optional horse and carriage ride through the local area before tonight’s Christmas turkey dinner at our hotel.
Day 6 : Boxing Day Bavarian Castles, Füssen
Location: Füssen
Accommodation Name: Hotel Cafe Zillertal
Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner
Join us today on our superb included excursion to Germany and to the Bavarian town of Füssen. En route we pause at the village of Hohenschwangau home to the spectacular Hohenschwangau Castle and the famous Neuschwanstein Castle.
King Maximilian, the father of King Ludwig II, acquired Hohenschwangau castle as a ruin in 1832. He rebuilt it according to the original plans and after completion the castle was used as the summer and hunting residence of the Bavarian royal family. Neushwanstein castle is the famous fairy-tale castle built by Mad King Ludwig and is one of Germany’s most popular images. It was the inspiration behind Walt Disney’s Sleeping Beauty’s Palace and also seen in the film ‘Chitty Chitty Bang Bang’.
There will be time at leisure in Hohenschwangau village where you can photograph Neuschwanstein castle (weather permitting). We continue to nearby Fussen, a charming town located on the edge of the Alps and also the highest in Bavaria! There will be free time to explore before we return to our hotel later this afternoon. Please note that entrance to the castles is not included.
Day 7 : Dec 27
Location: Belgium
Accommodation Name: hotel
Meals Included: Breakfast
Travel north to Belgium for an overnight stay.
Day 8 : Dec 28
Location: Belgium
Meals Included: Breakfast
Return home.
What's Included
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Accommodation
4* -
Meals
7 breakfasts, 5 dinners -
Excursion to Italian Süd Tirol & Brixen
The tour includes an excursion over the Brenner Pass to the picturesque town of Brixen, one of the oldest towns in the south Tirol.
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Excursion to Bavarian Castles, Füssen
The tour includes an excursion to the Bavarian town of Fussen, with a stop at the village of Hohenschwangau, home to the Hohenschwangau Castle and Neuschwanstein Castle.
What's Not Included
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Entrance to Castles
Entrance to the castles in Hohenschwangau is not included in the tour.
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Optional Excursion to Innsbruck
The excursion to Innsbruck, including activities such as visiting the Swarovski crystal shop and the Hungerburgbahn funicular, is optional and not included in the tour.
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Optional Horse & Carriage Ride
The horse and carriage ride on Christmas Day is optional and not included in the tour.
Accommodation
You will stay for five nights in the Austrian Tyrol at the 4* Hotel Cafe Zillertal, with overnight stays in Belgium in city-style hotels.Mode of Transport
Travel by coach with a local departure or Door-to-Door service, including overnight stays in Belgium en route to and from the Austrian Tyrol.Check out our Q&As
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What type of accommodation can I expect during the tour?
You will stay for five nights in the Austrian Tyrol at a hotel such as the 4* Hotel Cafe Zillertal. Overnight stays in Belgium will be in city-style hotels.
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What activities are available on Christmas Day?
On Christmas Day, you can enjoy an optional horse and carriage ride through the local area before having a Christmas turkey dinner at the hotel.
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Is there an excursion to see the Bavarian Castles?
Yes, on Boxing Day, there is an included excursion to the Bavarian town of Füssen, where you can see the Hohenschwangau Castle and the famous Neuschwanstein Castle. However, entrance to the castles is not included.
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What can I do during the visit to Brixen?
During the visit to Brixen, you can enjoy the festive atmosphere with aromas of glühwein, cinnamon, and gingerbread. You can explore the Christmas market in Cathedral Square and have free time to stroll around the quaint medieval alleys and the town center.
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What should I be aware of if I choose to visit Innsbruck on Christmas Eve?
If you visit Innsbruck on Christmas Eve, remember that it is a traditional religious festival in Austria, which may mean that facilities in towns, villages, and hotels may close early.
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How long has the tour company been trading?
40 years
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Do you operate a “single share” option and how does it work?
Sole use of your own room on all Single Traveller holidays: means you still get your privacy and time out from the group.
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Will the accommodation included meet local health and safety regulations?
Yes
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Battlefield Tours - Will it be possible to visit a particular cemetery whilst on the tour?
Please contact us and we will check to see whether you can visit a particular cemetery on any of our Battlefield Tours, if we are not able to fit it into our itinerary then you could take some time out of the tour and do this independently by taxi or public transport.
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What policies are in place for Covid-19?
Please contact us for latest Covid-19 policies
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Cancellation Policy
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Up to 56 days before tour starts: Forfeit 100% of deposit.
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