Our Bavaria & Beyond vacation has come to a close. Enjoy a continental breakfast before saying "Auf Wiedersehen" or "until next time" to your Bavarian "home-away-from-home". Our private airport shuttle will depart punctually at 0545 for Munich International Airport. 

0515-0545 - Continental Breakfast at the Hotel Rheinischer Hof

0545 - Bus departs for Munich International Airport

Our Bavaria & Beyond vacation is slowly drawing to a close. Relax and visit your favorite local cafe and take in the alpine beauty one last time. In the evening, enjoy the last event of your Bavaria and Beyond vacation - the Farewell Dinner Reception. Enjoy an exquisite four course meal as we reflect on the memories that will last a lifetime. A custom video, highlighting the best of your Bavaria & Beyond vacation, will premier at the start of this special evening. Embrace the terrific friendships which were made, while reminiscing on your time in Bavaria & Beyond!

The sun has set, the stars are out and it's time to discover the Augsburg Christmas Market by night. This historic market has been taking place annually for over 500 years! Wander through the idyllic wooden pavilions decorated in lights with the towering Christmas Pyramid looking out over the city square. Warm up by enjoying a warm Glühwein while taking in the romantic Christmas market atmosphere. 

Undoubtedly Germany's most famous Christmas Market, the extensive market has been greeting guests with holiday cheer for centuries. As Germany's largest annual Christmas Market, it has something to offer for everyone. The festive scent of roasted almonds filling the air and the seemingly endless aisles of traditional stands would have Scrooge himself walking away filled with Christmas spirit!  

Nestled away between the imposing towers of St. Peters Cathedral and the powerful Danube river, the majestic Christmas Markets of Regensburg are filled with holiday cheer. Enter the historic city by crossing the Steinerne Brücke (Stone Bridge) just as thousands of Medieval Crusaders have before. The city was used as gathering point for many of the campaigns to the Holy Lands. 

Discover the many markets of Bavaria's Hauptstadt – the capital city – Munich. Our visit begins with a visit to the Frauenkirche with its characteristic onion shaped domes overwhelming the Munich skyline. A short stroll from there will bring us to Marienplatz for city's world famous bell play. Savor the many sights and delicious smells of the market square. Warm up while enjoying a hot Glühwein or visit an authentic Bavarian beer hall filled with Gemütlichkeit. A short drive south will bring us back to our Bavarian “home-away-from-home” in Garmisch-Partenkirchen!

Discover the city Mozart called home on the Salzburg City & Christmas Market Tour. Get acquainted with this cultural treasure as your guide leads you on a short walking tour of the Old Town district. Sights along the way include Mozart Square, The Sound of Music Fountain, Mozart's birth house, St. Paul's Cathedral, General J. Collins grave, and finally the Hohensalzburg Castle. After learning the lay of the land, enjoy free time to visit the city's sights and shops at your leisure. A must-see is the city's elaborate Christmas Market, located at the base of the Hohensalzburg Fortress, just in front of the Salzburg Cathedral. The Market's 95+ Vendors are sure to offer a little something for every taste!

Take in the beautiful Bavarian countryside as we make our way to shores of Lake Tegernsee. Hop on board the cozy MS Tegernsee as we enjoy a peaceful ride around one of Bavaria’s most scenic alpine lakes. Enjoy a meal at the historic Tegernsee Brewery dating back to the year 1050 with tight ties to the Royal Bavarian family. Go back in time and enjoy a visit to the Benedictine Monastery. Located directly next door, this monastery has been overlooking the lake since 746. Our afternoon will be spent enjoying the quaint regional markets of this breathtaking region.

Head to the quaint village of Oberammergau, home of the world renowned Passion Play. Enjoy free time to peruse the many wood carver shops. Then continue on to the town of Schongau, enjoy a traditional Bavarian meal at the local Brewery paired with one of their delicious beers. Afterwards learn about Schongau's medieval past and the town's famous witch trials on a short walking tour. Finish the day with a warm mug of Glühwein at the cozy Christmas Market.

Grüss Gott (hello in the local Bavarian dialect) and welcome to the start of your Bavaria & Beyond vacation! Upon arriving at the Munich International Airport, your Bavaria & Beyond guides will be waiting to greet you. Enjoy a complimentary beverage and mingle with your fellow travelers as our group assembles at the designated airport "Treffpunkt" or meeting point. Once the group is completely gathered, we will pack up and depart for beautiful Garmisch-Partenkirchen via a private coach bus. Our "express check-in" process will ensure that you quickly and comfortably settle-into your new Bavarian "home-away-from-home". After a short break to relax and unpack, a Welcome Reception will be hosted in the hotel's wonderful main restaurant. Enjoy an all-inclusive meal with delicious local delicacies and of course, Bavarian Bier! During the reception, all the necessary information will be distributed to ensure a smooth start to your Bavaria & Beyond vacation!

0730-1200 - Munich International Airport pick-up

1200 - Private coach bus departs Munich International Airport for Garmisch-Partenkirchen

1400 - Express check-in at the Hotel Rheinischer Hof

1600-1800 - Welcome Banquet