Dresden & Leipzig Christmas Markets

Holiday Summary

Visit the world renowned Christmas Markets of Germany including two of the oldest in Dresden and Leipzig.

£1389 per person

PLEASE NOTE: Price is per person and based on two people sharing a twin/double room. Single room supplements and upgrades are not included.

Plan My Trip

Itinerary

Day 1
Local departure by coach, and then to Belgium for our overnight stay.
Day 2
We depart our hotel after breakfast and continue our journey through Germany to our host town of Chemnitz.
Meals - Breakfast, Dinner
Day 3 - Leipzig
Today's excursion takes us to Leipzig where the Christmas Markets date back to 1458 and 6 separate markets are magically matched to the historical scenery of Leipzig. Over 250 stalls make it one of Germany's largest markets, and you have the whole day to explore.
Meals - Breakfast, Dinner
Day 4 - Dresden
Today we head to Dresden where you have time to explore the Dresdener Striezelmarkt. The market dates back to the 15th century and the word Striezel takes its name from the traditional cake, Stollen. The local Stollen is a must when visiting the city.
Meals - Breakfast, Dinner
Day 5 - Free Time or Zwickau
This morning we offer an optional excursion to the town of Zwickau. The town is home to a pretty market including an impressive Christmas tree with 500 lights. We return to Chemnitz with time to explore the markets in our host town. Over 200 stalls based around the Town Hall offer Christmas gifts and local delicacies.
Meals - Breakfast, Dinner
Day 6
We depart Germany this morning and re-trace our steps back to Belgium for our overnight stay.
Meals - Breakfast
Day 7
We depart our overnight hotel after breakfast and return back to the UK.
Meals - Breakfast

You will stay for four nights at the Achat Hotel Chemnitz or similar.

Overnight stays in Belgium will be in city-style hotels.