Rudesheim, Frankfurt & Wiesbaden Christmas Markets

Day 1

Following collection from your pick up point we travel to Folkestone and join the Eurotunnel to Calais. Continue the journey to the Hotel Felsenkeller, Rüdesheim for the four night stay with dinner, bed and breakfast.

Day 2

Enjoy Rüdesheim Christmas Market, where the old town comes alive with festive sights, sounds and aromas. Following breakfast, you will have free time to explore the charming streets, browse the international market stalls and sample delicious local food and wines. There will also be the opportunity to visit the famous Drosselgasse, one of Rüdesheim's best-known and most atmospheric streets. With its traditional buildings, wine taverns and festive decorations, Rüdesheim provides a wonderful setting for a Christmas market experience.

Day 3

After a leisurely breakfast, travel the short journey to Wiesbaden where the picturesque Schlossplatz is the spectacular setting for its Sternschnuppenmarkt (shooting star market), decorated in gold and blue to reflect the town’s coat of arms. Later, continue to Mainz with its historic market square with free time to explore.

Day 4

Today we head to Frankfurt, home to one of Germany's oldest and most beautiful Christmas markets. Enjoy a full day at leisure discovering the festive stalls, traditional crafts, seasonal gifts and tempting German specialities. Look out for local favourites such as Bethmännchen, a delicious marzipan pastry decorated with almonds, while hot apple wine is a particular favourite for warming up as you explore the market. There is plenty of time to soak up the lively Christmas atmosphere before we return to Rüdesheim for dinner.

Day 5

After breakfast on our final morning, we begin our journey home, travelling back through Germany and France to Calais, with a comfort stop en route. We then board the Eurotunnel for our return journey to Folkestone before continuing home.

B=Breakfast Included, D=Evening Meal Included