Mediterranean & Atlantic Treasures with Germany Christmas Markets

Unveil treasures with a cruise to Portugal, Spain, and Gibraltar. Stay overnight in Lisbon to marvel at the São Jorge Castle, explore the Chiado district, or visit the UNESCO-listed Mafra Palace.

Take a once-in-a-lifetime trip across Germany, sipping beer in Munich, dining on German delicacies in Berlin and experiencing the Christmas pyramids in Dresden. This immersive Christmastime tour highlights the delights of the Nuremberg Market’s Christkindlmarkt stalls—with the chance to sample authentic German Rostbratwürste, and the musical surrounds of the Leipzig Market, where locals gather to sing and celebrate the festive season. On your Local Expert Tour of Dresden, see iconic city sights like the enormous Procession of the Dukes mosaic, Zwinger Palace and the Semper Opera House. Dresden is also home to Germany’s oldest Christmas market where you can taste Christstollen—a traditional Christmas cake recipe dating back to medieval times.

Your Fly, Cruise & Tour Package Includes:

• $6,000 flight credit per person
• 1 night 4-star accommodation in Rotterdam
• 14 night Mediterranean and Atlantic Treasures – Lisbon Overnight cruise onboard Nieuw Statendam, Rotterdam return
• All onboard meals in complimentary dining venues & selected non-alcoholic beverages
• A wide range of onboard activities & entertainment
• 2 nights 4-star accommodation in Rotterdam
• 2 nights 4-star accommodation in Berlin
• 7 night Christmas Markets of Germany guided tour with Insight Vacations, Berlin to Munich
• Includes hand picked hotels, 10 meals, Visit Nuremberg & Leipzig Christmas Markets, Berlin, Dresden & Munich city tours plus more
• Select transfers

Pricing is per person twin share and based on travel 20 November – 16 December 2026

Cruise Itinerary:

Christmas Markets of Germany Itinerary:

Day 1: Berlin

Welcome to Germany. Join your Travel Director at 18:30 for a light dinner and the opportunity to mingle and get to know each other, over a delightful evening of good food and wine.

Day 2: The Spirit of Berlin

Join your Local Expert to see the highlights of Berlin. Your exploration includes the Brandenburg Gate, State Opera House, remnants of the Berlin Wall, Unter den Linden and the restored Reichstag Building. Later on, feel free to soak up the Weihnachtszauber, or Christmas magic, at the Gendarmenmarkt, Berlin’s most magnificent square, framed by the Concert Hall and near identical French and German cathedrals.

Day 3: Leipzig and on to Dresden

Journey south to Leipzig to visit Bach’s Thomaskirche and the medieval market square behind it. Renowned for its musical and culinary delights, the Leipzig Christmas Market is one of the most beautiful in Germany, with around 250 stalls located on the city’s historic market square. Enjoy its great traditions, which date back to the 15th century, before continuing to Dresden.

Day 4: Dresden Sightseeing

Your guided tour with a Local Expert will continue past the colossal 'Procession of the Dukes' mosaic, the cathedral, Semper Opera House and Zwinger Palace. Gaze in awe at the Frauenkirche, risen once again from wartime ashes. Join our Local Expert for an exploration of Dresden Christmas markets, to taste the local christstollen.

Day 5: Continue to Nuremberg

Journey on to Nuremberg, where the Christkindlmarkt stalls are donned in traditional red and white cloth. Surrounded by ancient ramparts and watchtowers, look out for the Nuremberg Plum People while you explore or shop for local treats such as Rostbratwürste, Lebkuchen or Glühwein.

Day 6: Rothenburg ob-der-Tauber

Venture through the heart of Germany to Rothenburg ob-der-Tauber, one of the best-preserved medieval towns in all of Europe. Why not stroll through the cobbled streets to the year-round Christmas Shop? Here it is Christmas 365 days of the year! Later, follow parts of the meandering Romantic Road to the Bavarian capital.

Day 7: Munich Sightseeing

Explore Munich with Insight Choice. Choose to join a Local Expert for a unique guided journey through Munich’s Advent traditions on a MAKE TRAVEL MATTER® Experience. Alternatively, visit the famous Residenz, and see its museum and Treasury. In Marienplatz beside the soaring Town Hall, see the famous Glockenspiel. Beneath the gigantic Christmas tree, Munich’s traditional Christmas Market is an entrancing festival of light and music. In the evening, join your friends for a festive dinner with wine and good cheer at a local gasthof.

Day 8: Depart Munich

Auf Wiedersehen! After breakfast, your departure transfer arrives at Munich airport.

Prices listed are per person in NZD, based on twin occupancy, including all discounts unless otherwise stated. The offer is subject to availability at time of booking and shown on the lowest category available at the time.  Fares are capacity controlled and are subject to change at any time without notice. Prices/Offers are correct as at 18-09-2025 and can be withdrawn without notice.   Cabin categories include prepaid government fees and port taxes unless otherwise stated.  Hotels may charge resort fees not included in this package, payable direct upon check in. Visas are not included.  Payments made by credit card will incur a surcharge.