Welcome to Enchanting Journeys

There simply is no way to tour Europe & not be awestruck by its natural beauty, epic history & dazzling artistic & culinary diversity. Once you have ticked off the great Museums, panoramic vistas & energetic nightlife, what's left? A chance to indulge in a culinary adventure to beat all others, that's what!

And prepare for a roller-coaster ride of feasts, treats & temptations in Germany which has always marched to a different drummer - Lederhosen, Oktoberfest, polka dancing, Bavarian pretzels, sauerkraut & drinking beer like no others. Experience Deutschland's soul-stirring scenery, spirit-lifting culture, big-city beauties, romantic Palaces & half-timbered towns. It is Europe at its most exotic.

Frankfurt is one of the biggest financial hubs in Europe, so you may wonder, ‘Why visit Frankfurt as a tourist?’. But it is also home to the most impressive skyline in Germany as well as world-renowned Museums & Galleries, historical Cathedrals & stunning views.

Willkommen to Deutschland. Arrive in Frankfurt am Main with over 20 Museums & various historical monuments scattered around towns,

After you exit in the Arrival Hall at Terminal? - Frankfurt International Airport, subsequent to Immigration & Customs, you will be welcomed by The Journeys representative who will ensure your comfort & transfer you to the hotel.

If, for any reason you are unable to make contact with our representative within 30 minutes of waiting, please call the local Emergency telephone # listed on your Contact List. Please follow the advice given by our 24 / 7 Duty Officer.  Please do not exit the Airport & make your own way to the hotel.

Reach the hotel & Check-in.

*Check-in time is 02.00 pm. For earlier arrivals in the morning, we will request the hotel for a complimentary early Check-in but cannot be guaranteed unless reserved & paid for ‘immediate occupancy’.

Balance of the day at leisure or perhaps opt for one of the many options available (we will be happy to offer suggestions & make arrangements).

Glinting with glass, steel & concrete skyscrapers, Frankfurt-on-the-Main (pronounced ‘mine’) is unlike any other German city. A bustling Metropolis & Germany’s commercial heart on the shores of the Main River, founded in the Roman era, it is home to major Banks including the headquarters of the European Central Bank in the gleaming colossal 338 metres Europe Tower, the 259 metres Commerzbank Tower & one of the world’s largest Stock Exchanges. It also famously hosts some of the world's most important Trade Fairs, attracting thousands of business travellers.

The city on the shores of the Main River also boasts a fabulous cultural life. With its towering, futuristic skyline & beautifully preserved historic quarter, it is certainly one of Germany's most heterogeneous cities, not to mention one of its most populous with over 5.5 million inhabitants.

The birthplace of the man considered by many German's the greatest ever writer, Johann Wolfgang von Goethe, Frankfurt is still an artistic & cultural beacon for Germans & many others.

Yet at its heart, Frankfurt is an unexpectedly traditional & charming city, with half-timbered buildings huddled in its quaint medieval Altstadt (old town, reconstructed after the War, is the site of Romerberg, a Square that hosts an annual Christmas Market), cosy apple-wine Taverns serving hearty regional food, village-like neighbourhoods filled with outdoor Cafes, Boutiques & street art and beautiful parks, gardens & riverside paths. Its nightlife & entertainment scenes are bolstered by a spirited student population.

Most people associate Frankfurt with Brokers, Banks, Stocks & Shares - & they wouldn't be wrong, but there is much more to the city than just big business. Frankfurt does, after all, have an unrivalled Museum scene. Its collection of Galleries & Museums, 2^nd in Germany only to Berlin’s, is considered one of the world's finest, with contents which reflect this high standing.

Goethe’s former home is now the Goethe House Museum. You can retrace the footsteps of the city’s most famous son for a glimpse of 18^th century Frankfurt. For example, at his House or in the slightly less poetic setting of the Gerbermuhle, a quaint Beer Garden on the banks of the river Main, where the great poet indulged in an occasional glass of cider in his day.

The Museum embankment on the southern bank of the Main is a wonder to behold, in particular the magnificent Stadel Institute of Art with the Municipal Gallery. Situated in the heart of Frankfurt's Museum mile, this is of one Germany's pre-eminent Art Galleries & features masterpieces spanning nine centuries of European art. The underground extension houses a Collection of works from 1945 onwards, including such famous names as Joseph Beuys & Gerhard Richter.

To the east of the Gallery, you will find the Film Museum & the Architecture Museum, which in itself is an innovative & unconventional example of building design. And just a stone's throw from there stands the Museum of Applied Art (MAK). A thousand years of arts & crafts are represented in this striking building designed by American architect Richard Meier.

There are also a number of smaller Galleries around the Cathedral, some of which are less mainstream but feature exceptional displays of art nonetheless. You can even admire art in the Metro System. The Grenzland (borderland) project at the Dom / Romer Station, for example, showcases works that blur the lines between art, architecture & design.

It might be more serious, but the financial district is well worth a visit too, for a true taste of Frankfurt. The towering Banks & office blocks form Europe's most impressive skyline & Frankfurt's ultimate landmark. But rest assured, the art found in this part of the city is also of international standing. Deutsche Bank, Commerzbank & DZ Bank own art collections any Museum would be proud of, and these are opened to the public at certain times. Skyscrapers as Art Galleries ? Only in Frankfurt.

At this special time of the year, you can visit several Christmas Markets in the city: in Romerberg, on the Paulsplatz,on Mainkai, in Hauptwache, or on the Friedrich-Stoltze-Platz.

Morning, depart for Rothenburg ob der Tauber.

Enroute, stop at the scenic town of Wurzburg in Bavaria, denoted as the northern terminus of the Romantic Road, Germany's most popular tourist route.

‘If I could choose my place of birth, I would consider Wurzburg’, wrote author Hermann Hesse, & it is not difficult to see why.

Founded in the 10^th century, Wurzburg - served as the home of powerful prince-bishops for many centuries.  It was the center of the Kingdom known as Franconia. In the 19^th century, Napoleon merged Franconia with Bavaria, by which the city is ruled to this day. . The resident prince-bishops wielded enormous power & wealth, and the city grew in opulence under their rule.

Straddling the Main River, scenic Wurzburg is renowned for its art, architecture & delicate wines. A large student population guarantees a lively scene & plenty of hip nightlife pulsates through its cobbled streets.

Wurzburg experienced heavy demolition during a 20 minute bombing raid in 1945 which destroyed some 80% of its city buildings. Much of the city has since been rebuilt, though not as painstakingly true to its original architecture as some other historic German communities. Wurzburg has been home to a large US military installment since post-World War II reconstruction. As a result, most of the locals are familiar with American customs. Anyone eager to visit this town to study its historic architectural structures should be prepared to see its restored buildings placed next to several post-war modernistic houses.

It is renowned for the 18^th century UNESCO World Heritage listed Residenz regarded as one of one of the finest Palaces in Europe, known for its lavish baroque & rococo architecture with ornate rooms, a huge fresco by Venetian artist Tiepolo & an elaborate staircase.

Though there is plenty more to see besides. Home to numerous wine bars, cellars & wineries, Wurzburg is the center of the Franconian wine country, with its distinctive bocksbeutel (bottles with flattened round shapes).

Wurzburg is also home to one of the oldest Churches in Germany, built in the 8^th century on top of a former pagan shrine. Another famous structure, Festung Marienberg is a fortress which now surrounds the Church.

Drive around & explore a few of the landmarks.

After an hour or 2, continue on to Rothenburg ob der Tauber, the most beautiful city along the famous Romantic route.

Check-in at the hotel on arrival.

*Check-in time is 02.00 pm. For earlier arrivals in the morning, we will request the hotel for a complimentary early Check-in but cannot be guaranteed unless reserved & paid for ‘immediate occupancy’.

Visiting Germany’s fairy-tale dream town Rothenburg ob der Tauber is like stepping into a time warp. The town boasts some of the most impressive medieval architecture in Europe, and citizens fight tooth & nail to keep developers outside of the city walls.

A true medieval gem Rothenburg ob der Tauber (meaning ‘above the Tauber River’), is a well-preserved top tourist stop along the Romantic Road, in the Franconian heartland, in northern Bavaria, a destination for tourists from around the world.

With its web of cobbled lanes, half-timbered higgledy-piggledy houses lining the cobblestone lanes of its old town, it is the archetypal fairy-tale ancient Germany. The town walls include many preserved Gate- houses & Towers, plus a covered walkway on top.

Urban conservation orders here are the strictest in Germany - & at times it feels like a medieval theme park - but all is forgiven in the evenings, when the lamplight casts its spell long after the last tour buses have left.

By the way, there are several "Rothenburgs" in Germany & there are many contenders for the moniker of a ’fairy-tale’ town (such as Michelstadt, Miltenberg, Bamberg, Bad Windsheim & Dinkelsbuhl), but none holds a candle to the medieval picturesque walled town of Rothenburg ob der Tauber.

In the Middle Ages, when Berlin & Munich were just wide spots in the road, Rothenburg was Germany's 2^nd largest city, with a whopping population of 6,000. Today, it is the country's most exciting medieval town, enjoying tremendous popularity with tourists without losing its charm. There is a thousand years of history packed between the cobblestone lanes of its old town.

Rothenburg's Medieval Crime & Punishment Museum, all explained in English, is full of diabolical instruments of punishment & torture. Some visitors may react with horror, others wish for a Gift Shop.

St. Jakob's Church contains a must-see art treasure - a glorious 500 year old altarpiece by Tilman Riemenschneider, considered the Michelangelo of the local Woodcarvers. For a closer view of this realistic depiction of Bible scenes, Germany's greatest piece of woodcarving, climb the stairs behind the Organ.

Rothenburg is one of Germany's best shopping towns. Lovely prints, carvings, wine glasses, Christmas-tree ornaments & Beer steins are popular. If you are glad Christmas comes but once every 365 days, then stay well clear of the Kathe Wohlfahrt Weihnachtsdorf, a Yuletide superstore that also houses an excellent little Christmas Museum upstairs. See the tree decorations through the ages, Christmas-tree stands, mini-trees sent in boxes to WWI soldiers at the front, early Advent calendars & old-time Christmas cards, all thoughtfully arranged & described. This repository of all things 'Ho! Ho! Ho!' traces the development of various Christmas customs & decorations, and includes a display of 150 Santa figures, plus lots of retro baubles & tinsel - particularly surreal in mid-July when the mercury outside is pushing 30°C.

After freshening up, accompanied by the Tour-guide, proceed for a 3 hour walking tour of the city & spend time at the Christmas Market. *For illustration only. Please note you may not be able to cover all the sightseeing components listed here. Strictly at the discretion of the Tour-guide & the available time.

Exploring Rothenburg brings the Middle Ages & the Renaissance to life before your eyes & find out what life was like in a medieval town.

Walk through the historic Old Town with its romantic alleyways & picturesque squares offering an overview of the various aspects & epochs of the history of the town. Visit the Gothic St. James' Church, which, besides other art treasures, also houses the fascinating Holy Blood of Christ altarpiece by the great Wurzburg wood-carver Tilman Riemenschneider. The medieval Town Hall has a Tower with panoramic views.

And now, talking about the Christmas Markets.

Ever since the 15^th century, the festive time prior to Christmas - December - has been accompanied by a delightful Christmas Market in most places in Europe. For visitors, it is the perfect month to experience centuries-old Christmas traditions that are still alive today.

Historically, Advent is meant to be a period of time for preparing for the Christmas religious holiday that runs from the start of December until Christmas Eve. Nowadays, it is a time to get together with friends & family - Deutsche Gemutlichkeit (German coziness or hygge). Candles are lit, Christmas decorations set up & homes fill with the smell of cinnamon & freshly baked cookies.

Rothenburg is home to one of the most romantic Christmas markets in Germany. In fact, here is a city where Christmas can be experienced all year long.

Medieval, walled city of Rothenburg ob der Tauber’s highly-acclaimed “Reiterlesmarkt”, traditional Advent pre-Christmas Market welcomes visitors from near & far to its famed Old City to experience an arch-typical German Christmas season, a feast for the senses. Named after a local Teutonic legend, which began during pre-Christian times as the story of a horrid rider who carried the souls of the dead. As Christianity swept through Europe, the figure developed from a wild man into a loving, gentle man who gave gifts to all people on earth.

Music is in the foreground, with choral singing, deep-brass Ensembles & Bands, performing classical & popular holiday works. While colorful decorations adorn the ancient homes & shops. Some 50 Stands entice guests with delicious, beloved Franconian culinary treats such as crispy fried Bratwurste, savory Flammkuchen & finely-seasoned gingerbread Lebkuchen & dozens of holiday favorites. Of course, spicy, piping-hot white, mulled Gluhwein - a Franconian specialty - distilled spirits & other taste treats will delight the palette, their aromas of cinnamon, nutmeg, allspice & brown sugar perfuming the air. A local specialty - Schneeball - a pastry considered the signature dish of Rothenburg, made from strips of sweet dough fried & covered with powdered sugar or chocolate, should not be missed.

Beautiful Christmas ornaments, hand-made apparel, unique gift items, household decor & hand-crafted works presented by a bevy of Artisans, as well as the world-renowned “mother of all Christmas stores,” Kathe Wohlfahrt, are offered for sale. Traditional Christmas stocking stuffers & other gifts abound. While Christmas decorations can be bought all year long in Rothenburg, the Christmas holidays are a special time to view the city & the Christkindlmarkt in its illuminated splendour.

Return to the hotel at your preference (on your own).

Balance of the day is at leisure (we will be happy to offer suggestions).

Morning, depart for Nuremburg, Bavaria’s 2^nd largest city.

Reach the hotel & Check-in.

*Check-in time is 02.00 pm. For earlier arrivals in the morning, we will request the hotel for a complimentary early Check-in but cannot be guaranteed unless reserved & paid for ‘immediate occupancy’.

Nuremberg, the 2^nd largest city in Bavaria after its Capital Munich, is a place where there is plenty to experience & even more to see. The location of the city made it an important commercial hub from the Middle Ages onwards & this rich heritage can still be seen & felt today.

An energetic place where the nightlife is intense & the Beer is as dark as coffee, it is Bavaria’s biggest draw, alive with visitors year-round, but especially during the spectacular Christmas Market. It can even live up to culinary expectations with Breweries & Beer Gardens & its most famous dish, the Nuremberg sausages with Sauerkraut.

For centuries, Nuremberg was the undeclared Capital of the Holy Roman Empire & the preferred residence of most German Kings. Rich & stuffed with architectural wonders, it was also a magnet for famous Artists, though the most famous of all, Albrecht Durer, was actually born here. ‘Nuremberg shines throughout Germany like a sun among the moon & stars,’ gushed Martin Luther. By the 19^th century, the city had become a powerhouse in Germany’s Industrial Revolution.

When people think of Nuremberg, they usually think of gingerbread, toys, Christmas, the Nazi Party Rally Grounds or the Nuremberg Trials. Bavaria’s 2^nd largest city & the unofficial Capital of Franconia, is an energetic place where the nightlife is intense & the beer is as dark as coffee. It is one of Bavaria’s biggest draws, alive with visitors year-round, but especially during the spectacular Christmas market.

The Nazis saw a perfect stage for their activities in working class Nuremberg. It was here that the fanatical party rallies were held, the boycott of Jewish businesses began & the infamous Nuremberg Laws outlawing German citizenship for Jewish people were enacted. On 2 January 1945, Allied bombers reduced the city to rubble, killing 6000 people in the process.

After WWII the city was chosen as the site of the War Crimes Tribunal, now known as the Nuremberg Trials. Later, the painstaking reconstruction - using the original stone - of almost all the city’s main buildings, including the Castle & ancient Churches in the Altstadt, returned the city to some of its former grandeur.

Nuremberg's historical center quickly with its quaint character & picture postcard worthy scenery, enthralls visitors. But the old town of Nuremberg is much more than this & indeed Nuremberg probably comes closest to many tourists' expectations of a typical German city. Distinguished by medieval architecture, rich & stuffed with architectural wonders, it was also a magnet for famous Artists, though the most famous of all, Albrecht Durer, was actually born here.

By the 19^th century, the city had become a powerhouse in Germany’s industrial revolution. Nuremberg & the surrounding cities are home to many well-known German companies, e.g. Adidas, Diehl, Faber-Castell, Playmobil, Puma & several divisions of industrial giant Siemens.

One can find half-timbered houses and the fortifications & stone towers of its Altstadt (Old Town). At the northern edge of the Altstadt, surrounded by red-roofed buildings, stands the towering imperial Kaiserburg Castle. The Hauptmarkt (central square) contains the Schoner Brunnen, the gilded “beautiful fountain” with tiers of figures, & Frauenkirche, a 14^th century Gothic church.

Accompanied by the Tour-guide, embark on a 4 hour sightseeing tour of the city.

Some of the landmarks are as follows. *For illustration only. Please note you may not be able to cover all the sightseeing components listed here. Strictly at the discretion of the Tour-guide & the available time.

Dominating the city skyline, is the Kaiserburg.  During the time of the Holy Roman Empire, the Castle was occasionally home to each of the Emperor & in the Middle Ages, it was one of the most important royal Palaces. The sights here include the new Castle Museum, the Palace with the Emperor’s living quarters, the Romanesque Double Chapel, the Deep Well & the Sinwell Tower. The neighbouring small Garden is a must-see too, a welcome contrast to the hustle & bustle of the city & very popular with residents too.

The Albrecht-Durer Haus is one of the most famous Museum & Exhibition in Nuremberg. Between 1509 - 1528, it was Albrecht Durer’s home & workplace. Today, the building is both a Memorial & a Museum. The rooms feature period furnishings & visitors can see a demonstration of the printing procedure used in Durer’s lifetime in one of the bedrooms. The top floor meanwhile, showcases copies of the Artist’s works & also a variety of temporary Exhibitions featuring original works from others.

Even today, the former Reichsparteitagsgelande (Nazi Party Rally Grounds) in the south of the city is still home to gigantic ruins representing the Nazi regime’s deluded notion of grandeur. The 11 km² Complex was where the Nazi Party orchestrated its propaganda campaign. The Documentation Centre is located in the north wing of the Kongresshalle, which was designed by the Nazis to hold 50 000 people & was never completed. The permanent “Faszination und Gewalt” (“Fascination & Terror”) Exhibition housed in the 1300 m² venue, chronicles the causes, relationships & consequences of the Nazi dictatorship.

The Friedhof St. Johannis is one of Europe’s most important Cemeteries, as a number of famous personalities, such as Albrecht Durer & Veith Stoss, are buried here. A very beautiful place, it is also known as the “Cemetery of Roses” as a result of the many roses that grow on the site. The Cemetery was commissioned as a result of the advanced Council order that no longer permitted burials to be performed within the city walls. A new Cemetery therefore had to be built in the surrounding area for the northern part of the city.

The Germanisches Nationalmuseum is one of the largest Museums of German Art & Culture in the world. The Exhibitions take you on an exciting journey through time, showcasing hand axes from the Stone Age, the Ezelsdorf Golden Cone, medieval sculptures, the oldest Globe in the world, Paintings by Albrecht Durer, baroque masterpieces & contemporary Art. Other rooms feature Textiles, Clothes, Jewellery, stained Glass, Handicraft, Furniture & much more. The GNM is also home to the largest Library of German culture, with more than 650,000 books.

Nuremberg’s oldest town Church St. Sebald located underneath the Imperial Castle, dates back to approx. the year 1215. Destroyed during World War II, it was reconstructed in 1957. The Church contains important works of Art such as the imposing 4.17 meter high Tomb of Nuremberg's patron saint Sebaldus whose bones are presumed to rest here, built by the artist Peter Vischer. The famous Nuremberg Painter Albrecht Durer was baptized & got married there.

So many more places worth a visit but the sightseeing concludes & now you are free to discover the Nuremberg Christkindlesmarkt, the most famous in Germany with its history of almost 400 years, that attracts more than 2 million visitors annually & is unrivalled in its beauty, traditions & atmosphere.

Although there are several contenders for the title of Germany’s most famous Christmas Market, the Christkindlesmarkt in medieval Nuremberg can stake a pretty strong claim. Dating back to 1628, it epitomises all we have come to associate with the more tasteful Teutonic take on the festive season. The main Market, held in the city’s largest Square (Hauptmarkt), positively hums with visitors enjoying the colours, sounds & quality of the handcrafted goods on sale (mass-produced goods are strictly verboten), while beating off the cold with glasses (or small boots) filled with Gluhwein & munching on spicy grilled sausages & Nuremberg gingerbread. Another speciality is the little men made out of dried prunes. Not to be missed is the famous Nuremberg Christmas Angel’s famous opening prologue at 5.30 pm on the Friday before the first advent! A playful Children’s Christmas Market on the Hans-Sachs-Platz further lightens proceedings.

The picturesque surroundings, the variety of culinary delights & the traditional programme of events make the Christkindlesmarkt held in Hauptmarkt (the main Square) a very special attraction. In any German Christkindlesmarkt, it is impossible to resist the sweet smell of gingerbread & the smoke from grilled sausages. Wherever you are in the country, make sure to sample as many of the local delicacies as possible.

Dive into the one of a kind atmosphere of the festively decorated Old Town. Soak up the medieval charm & the aroma of gingerbread, mulled wine, almonds, Nuremberg bratwurst & gluhwein as well as brass ensembles & children´s Choirs.

The Nuremberg Kinderweihnacht is the children’s market & has an old-fashioned Carousel, Ferris Wheel & steam Train. The Nativity scene trail runs between the 2 Markets.

About 180 wooden stalls, festooned with red & white cloth, have given the Christmas Market its name of "Little Town from Wood & Cloth". Each year, the Stall holders present their traditional wares: Nuremberg spicy gingerbread, fruit loaves, bakery goods, sweets & typical Christmas articles such as Christmas tree angels, cribs, Christmas tree ornaments, candles, toys as well as many arts & craft products. Favourite souvenirs include the "Nuremberg Plum People", little figures made from prunes. One should not miss the opportunity to find some Christmas gifts & taste some traditional pastries with „Gluhwein (german hot wine punch).

Staff of the Christmas Market Council always keep a watchful eye on the goods being sold by Vendors & the Nuremberg Christmas Market Stall Holders also compete for the most beautiful & tasteful Stall design. And the City gives out an annual award of gold, silver & bronze "Plum People" to the most beautiful Stalls.

Nuremberg Christmas Market with its traditional image has been a model for many other Christmas Markets. Equally the "Little Town from Wood & Cloth" concept has also been much in demand as a picturesque setting & backdrop for many TV shows.

Return to the hotel (on your own) whenever you wish.

Balance of the day at leisure or perhaps opt for one of the many options available (we will be happy to offer suggestions & make arrangements).

Early morning, commence your drive to Dresden.

Reach the hotel by afternoon & Check-in.

*Check-in time is 02.00 pm. For earlier arrivals in the morning, we will request the hotel for a complimentary early Check-in but cannot be guaranteed unless reserved & paid for ‘immediate occupancy’.

When the morning sun rises over the famous silhouette of the Old Town & the Elbe sparkles with light, even Dresdeners themselves cannot contain their enthusiasm. Saxony’s Capital boasts a unique collection of historic buildings, outstanding art treasures & its own distinctive character.

Known as the 'German Florence' on the Elbe, Dresden - Capital of the eastern state of Saxony, is distinguished by the celebrated Art Museums & classic architecture of its reconstructed Old Town. There are few city silhouettes more striking than Dresden’s. The classic view from the Elbe’s northern bank takes in Spires, Towers & Domes belonging to Palaces, Churches & stately buildings & indeed it is hard to believe that the city was all but wiped off the map by Allied bombings in 1945. But even though the buildings were levelled, their contents were safely removed before the bombings & now take pride of place in Dresden's rebuilt Museums, home to famous Collections of art, porcelain collection, prints, scientific instruments & jewelry.

Dresden's cultural heyday came under the 18^th century reign of Augustus the Strong (August der Starke) & his son Augustus III, who produced many of Dresden’s iconic buildings, including the Versailles-inspired Zwinger Palace which houses Museums including Gemaldegalerie Alte Meister, exhibiting masterpieces of art like Raphael’s “Sistine Madonna”. And the Frauenkirche. (Church of Our Lady) famed for its grand dome.

It was the love of art of the Electors of Saxony that turned the Elbe valley into a unique cultural landscape. It is thanks to this spirit of innovation & desire for continual progress that this tradition has been continued right up to the present day. And so today beautiful historic buildings stand alongside award-winning modern architecture. Art, culture & its position on the river, combined with its lasting beauty & things both new & rediscovered, all contribute to the fascination of the city of Dresden, which is constantly reinventing itself.

The city not only has a strong cultural attraction, it is also the political, economic & scientific centre of the Free State of Saxony. It is home to numerous Research Institutes & Universities, among them TU Dresden, which this year was honoured with the title of ‘elite university’.

Dresden & its surroundings may have been nicknamed "the valley of the clueless" under Communism (due to locals not being able to pick up West German TV), but its public institutions now proclaim themselves "fur ein weltoffenes Dresden" ('for a Dresden open to the world'). Take some time to get to know this fascinating, contradictory city.

Enjoy free time free to have lunch (own expense). Perhaps, eat at any of the pubs & restaurants along the pedestrianized area of Weisse Gasse or see more on your own.

Later in the afternoon, accompanied by the Tour-guide, proceed to visit the famous Striezelmarkt, one of Germany's oldest documented Christmas Markets, founded as a one-day Market in 1434, it celebrated its 580^th anniversary in 2014 - making it arguably the oldest in existence.

Today, the current Striezelmarkt Market is located in the Altmarkt, the oldest Square in the city. This is where Knight tournaments were once held. The Market has over 240 Stands, offering local products & extends over half a mile between Prager Strasse & Hauptstrasse.

Twinkling lights, shimmering stars, children’s eyes all aglow, Christmas carols & the fragrance of mulled wine & gingerbread. If you fancy having your cake - more specifically your stollen cake - & eating it, then the Dresden Streizelmarkt is the place to head for. One of Germany's oldest documented Christmas Markets, founded as a one-day Market in 1434, it celebrated its 580^th anniversary in 2014.

There is no argument about what it is most famous for - the rich dried fruit & marzipan enhanced original Dresden Stollen (Streizel) cake without which no German Christmas would be complete. Stollen, is the distinctive Christmas bread from the city, leavened dough filled with candied fruits, dried fruit & covered with icing sugar.

The Market is ceremoniously opened with the turning on the light at the giant Erzgebirge, the world’s largest Christmas Pyramid, standing at 14 metres & the cutting of the stollen. A feast for the eyes & ears are the many Christmas Music & Dance Performances.  In addition, there is a fairy-tale house & a Puppet Theatre. Other highlights here include the world’s tallest Nutcracker.

Visitors get an unforgettable experience from wandering among the typical & famous wooden houses, elf cottages, Puppet Theater & Santa Claus’ House - all which seem to come straight out of a fairy-tale. A feast for the eyes & ears, are the many Christmas music & dance performances. Other highlights here include the world’s tallest Nutcracker.

Relish the pleasures of strolling, snacking & seeking the perfect gift. Walking along the Stands selling Erzgebirge wooden art, Lausitz indigo prints, Moravian Stars, is something special for the senses where you can find the scent of sweets in the air, shimmering Christmas trees & the glittering Nativity scenes which envelops the visitor in a truly magical atmosphere.

Return to the hotel (on your own) whenever you wish.

Balance of the evening is at leisure or perhaps opt for one of the many options available (we will be happy to offer suggestions & make arrangements).

Morning at 08:00 am, proceed with the Tour-guide for a 3 hour sightseeing tour of the city.

Some of the landmarks are as below. *Please note you may not be able to cover all the sightseeing components listed here, just for illustration. Strictly at the discretion of the Tour-guide & the available time.

Nicknamed the Florence of the Elbe, Dresden is brim with baroque & rococo buildings, many raised & rebuilt, phoenix-like, from the ashes of World War II. The Saxon capital is an enchanting sight, with its formerly UNESCO World Heritage listed waterfront lined with elegant villas, regal churches & grand Palaces.

It won’t take you long to spot Dresden’s top attractions - the resplendent Zwinger Palace, Semper Opera House, the Church of Our Lady & the famous Bruhl's Terrace are all clustered along the waterfront.

Head to the splendid Zwinger Palace, a former royal residence that is home to a world-famous Art Collection. Today, it houses 3 superb Museums within its baroque walls. The Gemaldegalerie Alte Meister (Old Masters Gallery) & Porzellansammlung (Porcelain Collection) are unmissable, while the historic scientific instruments (globes, clocks, telescopes etc) at the Mathematisch-Physikalischer Salon are perhaps more for the scientifically minded.

The Old Masters Picture Gallery is home to a world-famous Art Collection & masterpieces such as the Sistine Madonna by Raphael, works by Titian & Canaletto, & paintings by other 17^th century Dutch & Flemish masters including Rembrandt & Rubens.

A perfect example of late Baroque architecture in Germany, splendid Zwinger Palace, a former royal residence, originally designed as an Orangery & a setting for court festivities & later used for Exhibitions, it was built 1710-28 as a collaboration between the architect Matthaus Poppelmann & sculptor Balthasar Permoser, on the orders of Augustus the Strong, who, having returned from seeing Louis XIV's Palace at Versailles, wanted something similar for himself. Primarily a party Palace for Royals, the Zwinger has ornate portals that lead into the vast fountain-studded courtyard, which is framed by buildings lavishly adorned with evocative sculpture. Atop the western Pavilion stands a tense-looking Atlas. Opposite him is a cutesy carillon of 40 Meissen porcelain bells, which emit a tinkle every 15 minutes.

Next, walk through the Dresden Castle complex & visit the iconic Frauenkirche (Church of the Virgin Mary).

The sacred building was erected between 1726 - 1743, following the designs of George Bahr. It was crowned by one of Europe’s largest characteristic domes called the "stone bell" owing to its shape.

Frauenkirche - Dresden’s most beloved symbol - has literally risen from the city's ashes. The original Church graced the skyline for 2 centuries before collapsing after the February 1945 bombing & was rebuilt from a pile of rubble between 1994 & 2005. A spitting image of the original, today's structure may not bear the gravitas of age but that only slightly detracts from its beauty, inside & out. The Altar, reassembled from nearly 2000 fragments, is especially striking.

Since October, 30^th 2005 the steeple of the Frauenkirche overtops the Dresden skyline again. The reconstruction of the Frauenkirche is an impressive symbol of international reconciliation after World War II, largely with donations from German & international foundations. The Consecration attracted attention throughout the world. The Frauenkirche is a Lutheran Church.  An earlier Church building was Catholic until it became Protestant during the Reformation. The Neumarkt quarter around the Church is also to regain its status as the historical heart of the city.

Admire the baroque masterpiece as you learn how it was rebuilt after its destruction during WWII. The cupola can be climbed & the galleried interior is a wonderful place for Concerts, Meditations & services.

Admire the grandiose Semper Opera House, where premieres of works by Richard Wagner were held in the 1800s. Part of the historic center of beautiful Dresden, the Opera House was built in 1841 by Gottfried Semper. The very first Opera performed here was written by German composer Carl Maria von Weber.

The Semperoper is the Opera House of the Sachsische Staatsoper (Saxon State Opera) & the Concert Hall of the Staatskapelle Dresden, one of the world’s oldest & best-known Orchestras. It is also home to the Semperoper Ballet.

It was closed in August 1944 & was destroyed 6 months later by the Allied air attacks. Its reconstruction was a long time coming. Until 1985, Dresden residents were forced to do without their famous edifice. The ceremonial rededication took place on February 13, 1985, exactly 40 years after its destruction. There was also a devastating fire in 1878 & the Opera House was rebuilt by Semper’s son Manfred. 

The first performance was "Der Freischutz" by Carl Maria von Weber. The "Dresdener Festtage" in February & March 2010 commemorated the opening of the Opera House by establishing the Dresden Peace Prize, awarded to Mikhail Gorbachev. The much-anticipated Semper Opera Ball takes place every January. Various guided & themed tours allow tourists to explore the magnificent building & its sumptuous interiors. Today numerous Operas & Ballet performances, mostly classical, entertain the visitors.

5 minutes walk away is the Bruehl’s Terrace - Dresden's balcony with a unique Elbe river view.

The Terrace owes its name to count Heinrich von Bruhl (1700 - 1763), then a Cabinet Minister of Friedrich August II (1797 - 1854). Bruhl’s Terrace got gradually its current appearance above all by numerous building alterations at the end of the 19^th century, & the filling of the terrace bank.

Underneath Bruhl´s Terrace, which was opened up to the public as early as 1814, lies Dresden Fortress. Built as a ring of walls & surrounded by a water moat, they are thought to be the oldest Renaissance structures in the city. Mysterious vaults take you back into bygone times & models illustrate how Dresden once protected itself against enemies. Here, you will find the 400-year-old Brick Gate, Dresden´s only surviving original city gate, complete with the guard rooms. In addition, you can see the relics of medieval defence systems, the old town bridge, the small bastion & the casemates. There is a permanent Exhibition entitled The Renaissance Town Fortifications, where visitors can learn about those times.

It was in the Venus Bastion (Jungfernbastei) vaults beneath the Terrace that Johann Friedrich Boettger & Ehrenfried Walther von Tschirnhaus developed at the end of the year 1707, the procedure for the production of the first European hard-paste porcelain in 1708.

Stroll along the Elbe to see the Blue Wonder, a steel Bridge declared a miracle of engineering on its completion in 1893.

The sightseeing concludes.

Enjoy lunch (own expense). Perhaps, eat at any of the pubs & restaurants along the pedestrianized area of Weisse Gasse or see more or shop on your own.

Return to the hotel to Check-out & depart for a short drive to Berlin.

Arrive in Berlin which has been the stage for a lot of world history & not just the fall of the Berlin Wall.

Berlin's combo of glamour & grit is bound to mesmerise all those keen to explore its vibrant culture, cutting-edge architecture, fabulous food, intense parties & tangible history.

Reach the hotel & Check-in.

*Check-in time is 02.00 pm. For earlier arrivals in the morning, we will request the hotel for a complimentary early Check-in but cannot be guaranteed unless reserved & paid for ‘immediate occupancy’.

Balance of the day at leisure or perhaps opt for one of the many options available (we will be happy to offer suggestions & make arrangements).

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Size-wise, Berlin is pretty big but its key areas are wonderfully compact & easily navigated on foot, by bike or by using public transport. Enjoy its iconic sights, its vast swathes of green, its sky bars & chic restaurants. There is nothing static about Berlin: it's unpredictable, unpretentious & irresistible.

Berlin's combo of glamour & grit is bound to mesmerise anyone keen to explore its vibrant culture, cutting-edge architecture, fabulous food, intense parties & tangible history. Berlin is a bon vivant, passionately feasting on the smorgasbord of life, never taking things - or itself - too seriously.

Bismarck & Marx, Einstein & Hitler, JFK & Bowie, they have all shaped - & been shaped by - Berlin, whose richly textured history confronts you at every turn. This is a city that staged a Revolution, was headquartered by Nazis, bombed to bits, divided in 2 & finally reunited - & that was just in the 20^th century! Walk along remnants of the Berlin Wall, marvel at the splendour of a Prussian Palace, visit Checkpoint Charlie or stand in the very room where the Holocaust was planned. Berlin is like an endlessly fascinating 3D textbook where the past is very much present wherever you go.

Berlin dates to the 13^th century. Reminders of the city's turbulent 20^th century history include its Holocaust Memorial & the Berlin Wall's graffitied remains. Berlin’s richly textured history stares you in the face at every turn. Its 18^th century Brandenburg Gate has become a symbol of Reunification. The city is also known for its art scene & modern landmarks like the gold-colored, swoop-roofed Berliner Philharmonie, built in 1963.

Berlin is a big multicultural Metropolis but deep down it maintains the unpretentious charm of an international village. Locals follow the credo 'live & let live' and put greater emphasis on personal freedom & a creative lifestyle than on material wealth & status symbols. Cafes are jammed at all hours, drinking is a religious rite & Clubs keep going until the wee hours or beyond.

Berlin is the city that truly never sleeps. Sometimes it seems as though Berliners are the lotus eaters of Germany, people who love nothing more than a good time. The city's vast party spectrum caters for every taste, budget & age group. From tiny basement Clubs to industrial Techno Temples, chestnut-canopied Beer Gardens to fancy Cocktail Caverns, saucy Cabarets to ear-pleasing Symphonies - Berlin delivers hot-stepping odysseys, and not just after dark & on weekends but pretty much 24 / 7.

When it comes to creativity, the sky is the limit in Berlin, Europe's newest start-up Capital. In the last 20 years, the city has become a giant lab of cultural experimentation thanks to an abundance of space, cheap rent & a free-wheeling spirit that nurtures & encourages new ideas.

Top international performers grace its Theatre, Concert & Opera stages; international art-world stars like Olafur Eliasson & Jonathan Meese make their home here and Clooney & Hanks shoot blockbusters in the Capital. High-brow, low-brow & everything in between – there is plenty of room for the full arc of cultural expression.

You can explore traces of history in the UNESCO World Heritage listed modernist housing estates, which are Sites. Every 3 years, the large, supra-regional festival of building culture, the Triennale der Moderne, focuses on Berlin's modernist architecture.

Berlin is also a proper shopping destination. Besides luxury shops along Kurfurstendamm, you will also want to check out the numerous flea markets around the Capital. Go on a shopping tour of Berlin & we are sure that you will find something to treasure.

Be sure to visit the popular food markets in Berlin's Market Halls & try out street foods from all over the world. No Berlin visit is complete without a taste of local cuisine.

Size-wise, Berlin is pretty big but its key areas are wonderfully compact & easily navigated on foot, by bike or by using public transport. Enjoy its iconic sights, its vast swathes of green, its sky bars & chic restaurants. There is nothing static about Berlin: it's unpredictable, unpretentious & irresistible.

Morning, around 08:00 am, meet the Tour-guide in the Lobby & procced to discover Berlin on a 4 hour sightseeing tour. *For illustration only. Please note you may not be able to cover all the sightseeing components listed here. Strictly at the discretion of the Tour-guide & the available time.

Take a walk back in time as you explore the many layers of history found in Berlin, covering everything from its Prussian period, to its violent 20^th century & the present period of rebirth. Visit landmarks from the city’s Prussian, Imperial, Nazi, Cold War & modern eras, offering insight into the evolution of this fascinating German Capital.

Begin at the iconic Fernsehturm de Berlín TV Tower, the tallest building in the city, built in the 1960s by the German Democratic Government to demonstrate the strength & efficiency of the Socialist Party system. Today, the Tower shapes the skyline of Berlin, a landmark of a reunited Germany.

The elevators to the top Observation Deck (Entrance included) only take just 40 seconds. Get a 360-degree panorama of Germany’s Capital & cultural centerpiece & discover Berlin from a height of 666 feet. See sights like Berlin Cathedral, Checkpoint Charlie, Brandenburg Gate, Olympic Stadium, Reichstag, to name just a few. Take pictures in every direction & check out the informational displays for more information about the sights & scenery of Berlin. Hungry? Bar 203 has the solution, offering light snacks & drinks (own expense) with a stellar view.

Come down take a walk back in time as you explore the many layers of history found in Berlin, covering everything from its Prussian period, to its violent 20^th century & the present period of rebirth. Visit landmarks from the city’s Prussian, Imperial, Nazi, Cold War & modern eras, offering insight into the evolution of this fascinating German capital.

Listen to an introductory overview of the strange, winding history of Berlin, covering the city’s founding and continuing with stories about the turbulent years of war & modern era as the tour moves forward

Travel beneath the monumental18^th century Brandenburg Gate.  Check out the rebuilt Reichstag, home of Germany’s Parliament, just nearby.

Brandenburg Gate, one of the city’s most iconic landmark, offers fascinating insights into the vibrant city’s history. An 18^th century neo-classical Monument built on the orders of Prussian King Frederick William II after restoring the Orangist power by suppressing the Dutch popular unrest.

The royal city gate, constructed between 1788 - 1791, designed by Carl Gotthard Langhans, architect to the Prussian Court, it was inspired by the monumental gateway at the elegant entrance to the Acropolis in Athens.

In 1946, with the post-war division of Germany & Berlin, when the Berlin Wall went up in 1961, the Gate stood in an exclusion zone in the Soviet sector, in an arc of the Wall, inaccessible for locals & visitors alike. When the Wall fell, 100,000 people gathered here for the Brandenburg Gate’s official opening on 22 December 1989 & soon afterwards, crowds thronged the area to celebrate their first joint New Year’s Eve in this once-divided city.

A symbol of division during the Cold War, Brandenburg Gate now epitomises German reunification & is now a national symbol of peace & unity. It stands sentinel over Pariser Platz, one of the city’s most attractive harmoniously proportioned Squares. By the end of the Second World War, the buildings around this historical Square were in ruins & reconstruction only started in the 1990s after Reunification & the buildings now include elegant town houses, Embassies & a luxury hotel. Brandenburg Gate never closes - so one can visit it 24 / 7.

Why not enjoy the fantastic atmosphere at the renowned New Year’s Eve to welcome in the New Year Berlin-style - with live music down on the party mile & a stunning fireworks display! Or join the hundreds of thousands of fans at the large screens cheering on their football teams in the summers of the FIFA World Cup or the UEFA EURO championships. But on any day of the year, the Brandenburg Gate is a magnet for locals & visitors - not only emblematic of German unity, but also the Berlin lifestyle!

Berlin is the city where German history is written & the Reichstag bears silent witness to the turbulent history of the country & is one of the city’s most significant historical buildings.

The original building, completed in 1894, was designed by Paul Wallot & modelled after the Memorial Hall in Philadelphia with decorative motifs, sculptures & mosaics contributed by the artist Otto Lessing. Although it did not acquire its iconic dedication to “the German People” until 1916 when the words Dem Deutschen Volke are inscribed on its façade. At the time Kaiser Wilhelm II regarded the building as “the pinnacle of bad taste”.

The Reichstag served as the home of the German Parliament until 1933 when the building is badly damaged in a fire. This event marked the end of the Weimar Republic & provided a convenient pretext for Hitler to suppress dissent. Under Nazi dictatorship, the building fell into neglect & subsequently, was severely damaged during the Second World War. After the war, the Parliament was relocated to Bonn & the Reichstag remained in a virtual ruin until 1961 when a partial renovation was undertaken in the shadow of the newly erected Wall.

In 1990, the Reichstag was the site of the official reunification ceremony. After another year of intense debate, it was decided that it will once again be the home of the German National Parliament. The careful restoration & redesign was completed in 1999 & the new German government convened at the Reichstag for the first time on April the 1990.

Head next to Museum Island, pausing at the Berlin State Library (once the workplace of Albert Einstein) & the Neue Wache Memorial as you continue.

A place of meditation & remembrance right in the middle of the busy city - the Neue Wache is the Memorial of the Federal Republic of Germany to the Victims of War & Dictatorship.  Designed by Karl Friedrich Schinkel, Prussia’s most important & famous architect, the building is dedicated to those who had fallen in the Napoleonic Wars & the Wars of Liberation.

From 1960, the GDR used the restored building as a Memorial to the Victims of Fascism & Militarism, with an eternal flame burning in the middle of the room. In 1969, the mortal remains of an unknown soldier & a nameless Concentration Camp victim were interred, surrounded by soil from Second World War battlefields & the Camps. Until 1990, every week there was a changing of the guard at the Memorial, with soldiers marching up & down in goose step.

In the centre of the bare, simple, top-lit room, is an enlarged replica of the statue Mother with her Dead Son by Kathe Kollwitz. Chancellor Helmut Kohl’s choice of Kollwitz’s Pieta gave rise to a lengthy & lively discussion on whether it was a suitable Memorial to the actual victims of the Nazis.

Unter den Linden Boulevard, is a thoroughfare that links Stadtschloss Royal Palace & Pariser Platz & Brandenburg Gate. By the 19^th century, this elegant street was among the most famous in the city, growing even more grand as Berlin’s boundaries pushed further west.

Walk along remnants of the Berlin Wall, marvel at the splendour of a Prussian Palace, hear the amazing stories of Cold War Berlin at Checkpoint Charlie or stand in the very room where the Holocaust was planned. Berlin is like an endlessly fascinating 3D textbook where the past is very much present wherever you go.

Then explore Pariser Platz, the location of Hitler’s bunker & the Holocaust Memorial, commemorating the many Jews that lost their lives during the Nazi regime. The city is also known for its art scene & modern landmarks like the gold-colored, swoop-roofed Berliner Philharmonie, built in 1963.

Close to the Brandenburg Gate, in the middle of the city is the Memorial to the Murdered Jews of Europe & imposing place of remembrance & warning, ceremonially opened in 2005.

In 1999, after lengthy debates, the German Parliament decided to establish a central Memorial site. The design competition was won by the New York architect Peter Eisenman.

On a site covering 19,000 square metres, Eisenman placed 2711 concrete slabs of different heights. The area is open day & night & from all 4 sides, you can fully immerse yourself in the fully accessible spatial structure. The Memorial is on a slight slope & its wave-like form is different wherever you stand. The uneven concrete floor gives many visitors a moment of giddiness or even uncertainty. Its openness & abstractness give you space to confront the topic in your own personal way. The sheer size of the installation & its lack of a central point of remembrance call into question the conventional concept of a Memorial.

There is an underground Information Centre, covering 800 square metres where one can find information on the victims & the locations. Themed rooms such as the Room of Dimensions, the Room of Families, the Room of Names & the Room of Sites deal with the fates of individuals, with photographs, diaries & farewell letters. Short biographies take the victims out of their anonymity. Historical photographs & film footage show the sites of persecution & extermination.

You may want to stop at the Topography of Terror Museum, situated at the former Gestapo & SS Headquarters. Hear from the Museum guide about the significance of the Museum’s location, which the city’s leaders consciously chose to help confront and reconcile the awful moments of Berlin’s past. Look down into the building’s excavated cellars, a haunting spot where political prisoners were once tortured & killed.

Wrap up your Berlin walk on a lighter note with a stop at the modern area of Potsdamer Platz, a one-time “dead zone” between East & West that has since been rebuilt.

And now, raison d'etre for this trip - the famous Christmas Markets……

During the Advent period, Berlin is bathed in colorful festive lights. Berlin changes into a small little Christmas-fairy tale in the end of November because all around town you will see wonderful cheerful Christmas Markets. The grand Boulevards & Squares, as well as the small side streets & Museums, are beautifully decorated & radiate the holiday spirit.

You will be spoilt for choice when looking for Christmas Markets in Berlin where over 60 individual Markets are dotted across the vibrantly lit city. From around the end of November, great-smelling food & drink of the stalls entice visitors to spend the evening exploring the sights & sounds on offer.

The Berliner Weinachtszeit, located behind Alexanderplatz, is an excellent place to soak up the Christmas spirit. You will enjoy discovering rides, mulled wine & traditional toys among many other gifts here. And in winter, the Square transforms into a winter wonderland with a charming Christmas market, with lovingly decorated wooden booths offering traditional handicraft items & delicious Christmas specialities.

The 19^th century Alexanderplatz, named after Tsar Alexander I, who visited the Prussian Capital in 1805, is one of the best-known public Squares and has always been one of the liveliest places in Berlin, with shops, cinemas, restaurants & many attractions within walking distance. Originally till 1850, it was a military Parade & exercise ground, as well as a place where local farmers sold their produce & became a major transport junction in 1882 - for the S-Bahn, U-Bahn, regional trains, trams & buses. Most people simply call it Alex.

With Gendarmenmarkt Square as its backdrop, the WeihnachtsZauber is considered one of Berlin's most atmospheric Christmas Markets. Beautiful & popular. Cozy & a bit of luxury between the German & French Church with their mighty Towers. Especially popular for its unique handmade-products, Manufacturers come from all over the world to show their talent & products in this market in the middle of Berlin. Entertainment is provided by Jugglers, Acrobats, Fire Artists, as well as Dance Troupes & Choirs.

You can visit this Christkindlmarkt for products like origami, ivory & also many different sorts of art. Furthermore, there are many special delicacies to be found: A cup of white chocolate-milk, a bite of a fried apple or special cheeses from different parts of the world. Here, you will find not only arts, crafts & delicious refreshments but also music, drama & dance interludes that leave a wonderful impression.

Once, soldiers matched here, but today Berliners & tourists stroll across the Square, said to be the most beautiful public Square in Berlin, & perhaps the most beautiful north of the Alps. The ensemble of the Konzerthaus & 2 Church buildings embellished with Towers is in perfect harmony. In summer, Orchestras play the most beautiful lively classical melodies at the Classic Open Air series of Concerts, on the steps of the Konzerthaus.

There are many stalls with food & drinks, exclusive crafts & of course, Christmas decorations & souvenirs. A great thing is that most of the stalls will allow you to try for free so it is great to walk around and enjoy all the special products.

Less frenetically, the Market at Charlottenburg Palace (& Park) offers a beautiful setting & gastronomic diversions. A modern feel is provided by the Markets at Potsdamer Platz & the Sony Centre, while the Lucia Christkindlmarkt, located in the at the Kulturbrauerei (Cultural Brewery) in the trendy eastern district of Prenzlauer Berg, has a Nordic-Scandinavian slant. The largest (& most traditional) Market is located in the old town of Spandau, an outlying district in the far west of the city.

We leave it to the Tour-guide to recommend where to go.

Return to the hotel on your own, whenever you prefer (on your own).

Alas, like all good things, your short glimpse of this enchanting city comes to an end & it is time to say au revoir.

Check-out of the hotel by 11:00 am (if the departure time is later in the evening, we will request the hotel to allow the use of the hotel facilities & leave the luggage at the Bell Desk if you have the time to walk out). 

Germany is full of wonderful culture that just wants to be discovered. There is something for everyone in this ancient country’s most diverse selection of towns & cities and its top Museums & other cultural institutions.

With so much culture to explore & cuisine to taste, spending a week here is a fantastic glimpse / experience but certainly not enough do justice to the city or the country. So, you see, you have much more to discover if you come to enchanting Germany ‘again’ & we will of course, look forward to be able to facilitate that.

 “Traveling – it leaves you speechless, then turns you into a storyteller” - Ibn Battuta

In time, you will be met by a Journeys Rep, who will ensure your comfort & transfer you to Terminal? - Berlin Brandenburg International Airport, for your onward journey.  B

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