Globus > CHRISTMASTIME IN BAVARIA and ALSACE (XD2008)

CHRISTMASTIME IN BAVARIA and ALSACE (XD2008)
9 Days starting from $CALL

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Length: 9 Days
Type: First Class Tour
Category: WINTER VACATION
Operator: Globus
Tour Code: XD-2008
   
 
 
About This Tour



Vacation Overview
A wonderful vacation in two famous regions: Bavaria and Alsace. Spend two nights in Munich, where guided sightseeing includes the famous Marienplatz. Next, enjoy two nights in Strasbourg. Here, a Local Guide takes you through the lovely La Petite France district. Then, you’ll delight in two nights in Nuremberg, well known for children’s toys and gingerbread, and home to Germany’s finest Christmas market. Stops will be made in Ulm to admire the cathedral with the tallest spire in the world (528 ft.) and in Heidelberg to take pictures of the red-walled castle. The highlight is a visit to Rothenburg, hometown of Christmas decorations and world-famous Käthe Wohlfahrt’s Christmas Village.

Special Departure:
December 18 - Christmas Eve in Nuremberg

 
  • What's Included
  • Itinerary
  • Dates & Prices
  • Sightseeing
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Meals
Buffet breakfast daily (B); 3 three-course dinners (D), including a welcome dinner in Munich

Hotels
Munich Holiday Inn Munich City Centre (F), Strasbourg Holiday Inn City Centre (F), Nuremberg NH Nürnberg City (F)
Day 1:
Board your overnight transatlantic flight.

Day 2:
Arrival in Munich, Germany. Time to rest or to start exploring the Bavarian capital. At 6 pm, meet your Tour Director and traveling companions for a welcome dinner at your hotel. (D)

Day 3:
Munich. Sightseeing with a Local Guide in Germany’s “Secret Capital” features the Olympic Stadium, 1,000-foot-high Television Tower, MARIENPLATZ with the Old and the New Town Hall, and the gothic Frauenkirche. The afternoon is free to explore the town’s well-known Christmas market at your own pace and to try the famous Lebkuchen and Glühwein. Tonight, why not sample hearty Bavarian fare in one of Munich’s typical restaurants? (B)

Day 4:
Munich–Ulm-Strasbourg, France. This morning, visit Ulm, which is noted for its CATHEDRAL featuring the tallest spire in the world (528 ft.). Proceed to Strasbourg, seat of the Council of Europe and of the European Parliament, and renowned for its Christmas markets. (B,D)

Day 5:
Strasbourg. Sightseeing of Alsace’s capital with a Local Guide includes Place Gutenberg, with the statue of the inventor of the printing press; the main square, Place Kléber; the lovely LA PETITE FRANCE district; and the gothic CATHEDRAL. Afternoon at leisure. Time to explore the lively Christmas market at your own pace. The most magical time to visit is in the evening when twinkling lights reflecting on handmade glass ornaments beckon you to check out the booths. (B)

Day 6:
Strasbourg–Heidelberg, Germany–Rothenburg–Nuremberg. A short drive takes you to Heidelberg to take pictures of the red-walled castle. Continue to Rothenburg to admire its ramparts and towers, cobbled lanes, and 16th-century houses during your walking tour. Childhood memories come to life as you see the countless figurines and Christmas crafts in world-famous KÄTHE WOHLFAHRT’S CHRISTMAS VILLAGE. Then, on to Nuremberg, where you will stay for the next two nights. (B,D)

Day 7:
Nuremberg. This morning, enjoy a walking tour of the “town of children’s toys and gingerbread.” Balance of the day is at leisure to wander around and to enjoy the delightful festive Christmas atmosphere. (B)

Day 8:
Nuremberg–Munich. Travel south to Munich, with time for some last-minute shopping. Tonight is your chance to try out one of the city’s fine restaurants serving holiday specialties. (B)

Day 9:
Your homebound flight arrives the same day. (B)


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Documents
TRAVEL DOCUMENTS: Necessary Travel Documents such as Passports and Visas is the responsibility of the traveler. Passports must be valid six months from your return travel date.

         
Touring Date
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Single
(Land + Air)


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Price Details US
Single room supplement:
$599

Triple room reduction per person:
$39

Extra nights per person in Munich:
in single room $176, in twin room $118, in triple room $110

City Highlights
Munich:
Welcome dinner; guided sightseeing, visit Marienplatz; Christmas market

Ulm:
Visit the cathedral

Strasbourg:
Guided walking tour, visit La Petite France district and the gothic cathedral; Christmas market

Heidelberg:
Take pictures of the castle

Rothenburg:
Walking tour of the Old Town, visit Käthe Wohlfahrt’s Christmas Village

Nuremberg:
Walking tour; Christmas market

Price Details US
Single room supplement:
$599

Triple room reduction per person:
$39

Extra nights per person in Munich:
in single room $176, in twin room $118, in triple room $110

CURRENT SPECIALS:

Standard Offers and Specials provided by Globus

Discount for young travelers

Share the pleasure of a Globus vacation with your children and grandchildren and take advantage of a 10-percent discount on the land-only price. For eligibility, children must be under 18 years of age on the departure date and must be accompanied by an adult. On escorted vacations we don’t accept children under eight years old because we have found that they are too young to enjoy these vacations.

Pay less for your second vacation

We charge you vacation price for your first vacation in 2008, but for every additional Globus vacation you take in the same year, you pay US$35 under list. Our vacations are designed and scheduled so you can combine them almost any way you want. It’s fun to play the add-a-vacation game yourself or talk to your travel agent.

Triple room reduction

On most Globus vacations you receive a reduction when three people travel together and share the same accommodations. Triple room reductions, when available, are listed on the itinerary pages. A word of caution: Triple rooms usually are no larger than twin rooms and the third bed, if there is one, is often a rollaway put in a twin-bedded room.

Avoid the single room supplement

We do not take reservations on a “share” basis because we have found that strangers rarely enjoy sharing a room for the duration of their vacation. Avoid the single room supplement by traveling with a friend. It’s less expensive and much more fun!


Book a group of 10 or more and one travels FREE!

*Book a group of 10 or more members on any 2009 Globus, Cosmos, Monograms or Avalon group benefit eligible vacation to receive the one free (land only) offer. To qualify, group must be booked and under deposit between October 17 and February 28, 2009, for travel commencing by December 31, 2009. Applies to new 2009 bookings only. Offer excludes tour vacations with cruises of three or more nights. Not combinable with other group incentives. Additional restrictions may apply.


Save $200 per couple on all 2009 Globus vacations

Travel is the one investment that still has a great return.

Get a world of returns for your investment with Globus. You’ll reap the benefits of the perfect itinerary reflecting more than 80 years of travel experience, including expert Tour Directors and Local Hosts who are unmatched in the industry. Our prices include well-appointed accommodations, some meals, VIP access to the must-see sights, a variety of unique transportation, baggage handling and Local Guides who deliver authentic local experiences and unique stories behind the world’s most remarkable destinations. No one in the industry brings so much value to the dollar today.

Book a 2009 Globus vacation between January 2, 2009 and March 3, 2009, and you will save $200 per couple on the land only price.*

*Book a 2009 Globus vacation and receive $100 off per person. Booking must be made, under deposit and discount applied between January 2, 2009 and March 3, 2009 for travel through December 31, 2009. Offers not valid with one-another or with any other offer except Journeys Club. Applies to new 2009 bookings only, and offer will not be applied to pre-existing bookings. Offer reliant on space availability. Full cancellation penalties will apply. Additional restrictions may apply.


Save up to $400 per couple on 2009 Europe vacations

Whatever treasure you seek, Globus will unveil Europe’s most cherished masterpieces. From the famed Golden Coast in the Mediterranean, and the glorious beauty of France’s Châteaux Country, to the fairytale lands of Bavaria and the splendor of Italy’s grand cities, the possibilities are never ending when you travel with Globus. No matter which of our journeys you choose, we have the perfect way for you to enjoy Europe’s premier destinations all at a price you can afford.

$400 off per couple on the air-inclusive price of any 2009 Europe vacation.*

*Book a 2009 Globus Europe air-inclusive vacation to receive the $200 off per person offer. Land only bookings are eligible for the $100 off per person offer. Booking must be made, under deposit and discount applied between January 2, 2009 and March 3, 2009 for travel through December 31, 2009. Offers not valid with one-another or with any other offer except Journeys Club. Applies to new 2009 bookings only, and offer will not be applied to pre-existing bookings. Offer reliant on space availability. Full cancellation penalties will apply. Additional restrictions may apply.


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$400 off per stateroom on the air-inclusive price of any 2009 Europe river cruise.*

$200 off per stateroom on the land/cruise only price of any 2009 Europe river cruise.*

*Book a 2009 Globus Europe River Cruise air-inclusive vacation to receive the $200 off per person offer. Cruise-only bookings are eligible for the $100 off per person offer. Booking must be made, under deposit, and discount applied between January 2, 2009 and March 3, 2009 for travel through December 31, 2009. Offers not valid with one-another or any other offer except Journeys Club and applies to new 2009 bookings only. Offer reliant on space availability. Full cancellation penalties will apply. Additional restrictions may apply.


   
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