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To register your early interest in our 2026 festive and new year tours, please complete our pre-registration form. We will keep you informed as our tours are developed and released.
Experience the stunning Bavarian & Swiss Alps
Enjoy Christmas in the Bavarian Alps, visit fabulous Christmas Markets and see the famous Swarovski crystal covered Christmas tree.
At Christmas, relax over 5 nights in the beautiful 'Passion Play' village of Oberammergau and spend your days visiting romantic 'fairytale' castles, Bavarian villages, and Christmas markets, and a trip to the top of Germany's highest mountain, the Zugspitze. See Zurich's massive Christmas tree with 40,000 Swarovski crystals. Relax on the famous Glacier Express as it cuts through Switzerland's mightiest peaks and explore Luzern, Montreux on Lake Geneva and Innsbruck. Stay 2 nights in the chic ski resort of Klosters and relax over 3 relaxing nights in a spa resort perched high in the snow-clad Alps, surrounded by massive, jagged peaks. Visit Zermatt and ride high on a train to the top of Gornergrat mountain for staggering Matterhorn views. What fun!
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Travel in a first-class air-conditioned touring coach
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A complimentary wine, beer or soft drink with all included dinners Welcome drink in Zurich 25 meals including buffet breakfast daily (B), 1 lunch (L) and 11 evening meals (D)
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Hotel porterage of 1 bag per person (where available) 13 nights authentic, specially selected hotel accommodation Free WiFi at most hotels (where available)
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Local guides as described in the itinerary ALL tips for your Tour Manager, Driver and Local Guides Fully escorted by our experienced Tour Manager
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Hand selected experiences including ALL excursions, scenic drives, sightseeing and entrances as described Spend Christmas Day in the Bavarian Alps
Tour itinerary
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Hand Selected Experiences
These are just a few of the very special hand selected experiences that will really make your touring experience exceptional and unique, and don’t forget, with Albatross they are always included.
Dates and Prices
* Dates, prices, itineraries and hotels shown may be subject to change on specific departures. Please contact our European Tour Specialists for further details.
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Tour Suitability
- We recommend sturdy waterproof shoes, thick socks, a woollen beanie, thermal underclothes, gloves and sunglasses. You will be comfortable when travelling as your first class coach is fitted with heaters and double glazed windows. Once you arrive at your hotel you will be greeted with a warm and comfortable atmosphere.
- Our Christmas, New Year and Northern Lights tours travel throughout the European winter months. The weather can get cold, and roads and pathways can be slippery. When outdoors, please take extra care when navigating slippery surfaces.
- Thinking about what to wear? Please read our blog on Wardrobe essentials: https://www.albatrosstours.com.au/news-nest-travel-blog/wardrobe-essentials-for-a-winter-wonderland-tour-in-europe/
Please refer to our Tour Suitability section for more information.
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