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Hi, Morgan!

We're happy to hear your daughter had such a great experience!  Our company president was actually with the group on tour this year.  A couple of the meals were perhaps not up to our expectations and we will be having conversations with those providers.  Thank you for reaching out!

My daughter had a wonderful time in this trip! It was well planned and the communication was great. The leaders were amazing and she loved all the  different performances and activities. Her one complaint was the food in Paris (almost inedible dinners) and in Switzerland (too long of lines, not enough time to eat). Other than that her experience was amazing! 

Musical Horizons International--Star of Southeast Texas

We want to thank you for the great work that you and your team did to set up this trip. The venues and hotels were wonderful. Thank you so much for the trip.

My son had a great experience on this trip!  

Excellent experience with several days to pursue each city/country. Only wish it was earlier in the summer when it is cooler.

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Join us in December 2026 for a magnificent tour to some of Europe's most famous Christmas markets! You'll visit Lucerne, Basel, Zurich, Innsbruck, Salzburg, Munich and Rothenburg ob der Tauber. In addition to the Christmas markets, you'll see such iconic places as Neuschwanstein Castle, Mozart's birthplace, Dachau Concentration Camp, and so much more! Scroll down to the bottom for a day-by-day itinerary and more photos.

Switzerland, Austria, Germany

Airfare

Passports and any other travel documents are the responsibility of the traveler

Passports

Any meals not specified in the inclusions above

Some meals

Beverages other than water at meals are not included

Beverages

Driver/guides gratuities

Driven by Europe's renowned Austrian drivers

Deluxe motorcoach

Tour Escort

Four-star or better hotels in Lucerne, Seefeld, Salzburg, and Rothenburg

10 nights hotel

17 meals

With English-speaking guides in Lucerne, Zurich, Innsbruck, Salzburg and Rothenburg

5 guided city tours

Round-trip train ride

Lindt Home of Chocolate

Horse-drawn carriage ride to lunch at Wildmoosalm in Seefeld

Carriage Ride

Neuschwanstein Castle

Sound of Music Tour

You'll depart from your airport of choice enroute to Zurich, Switzerland!

USA/Zurich

Day 1

After landing in Zurich, we'll meet up, board our deluxe private motorcoach, and depart for the picturesque lakeside city of Lucerne, nestled among snow-capped mountains in the Swiss Alps. Enjoy a welcome dinner at a local restaurant. Overnight in Lucerne.

Zurich/Lucerne

Day 2

This morning, discover the charming old town of Lucerne on a guided city tour with an English-speaking guide. Afterwards, enjoy a scenic train journey from Lucerne to Basel, passing through picturesque Swiss landscapes and charming towns along the way. Upon arrival in Basel, soak in the festive atmosphere of one of Switzerland's most beautiful Christmas markets. Stroll through the warmly lit wooden chalets, admire local crafts, and savor seasonal treats such as mulled wine and roasted almonds. Lunch and dinner are on your own today. Overnight in Lucerne.

Lucerne/Basel

Day 3

Travel to Zurich for a guided walking tour with an English-speaking guide. Visit the Lindt Home of Chocolate, where you can indulge your senses with sweet delights. Later, immerse yourself in the festive spirit at Zurich’s Christmas Market, one of the largest indoor markets in Europe. Lunch and dinner are on your own today. Overnight in Lucerne.

Lucerne/Zurich

Day 4

Depart Lucerne and enjoy a scenic drive through the Alps to Seefeld in Tyrol, a beautiful mountain village known for its cozy winter atmosphere. Dinner and overnight at Hotel Central in Seefeld.

Lucerne/Seefeld

Day 5

After a relaxing morning, enjoy a romantic horse-drawn carriage ride through snowy landscapes to Wildmoosalm Restaurant for lunch. In the afternoon, travel to Innsbruck, the “Jewel of the Alps,” for a guided city walking tour. Explore the enchanting Innsbruck Christmas Markets, nestled beneath the Golden Roof and framed by snowcapped peaks. Enjoy dinner at the historic Stiftskeller restaurant, then return to Seefeld for the night. Overnight in Seefeld.

Seefeld/Innsbruck

Day 6

Embark on a full day excursion to the fairy tale Neuschwanstein Castle, whose towers and turrets inspired Cinderella's Castle at Disney’s Magic Kingdom. Enjoy scenic countryside views along the way. Return to Seefeld in the afternoon. Lunch and dinner on your own today. Overnight in Seefeld.

Seefeld/Neuschwanstein Castle

Day 7

Depart Seefeld and travel to Salzburg, the city of Mozart and baroque splendor. Upon arrival, take a guided city tour with an English-speaking guide, exploring its musical and architectural treasures. Dinner at a local restaurant in the evening. Overnight in Salzburg.

Seefeld/Salzburg

Day 8

After breakfast, embark on The Sound of Music Tour, retracing the footsteps of the beloved film and enjoying stunning views of the Salzburg countryside. In the afternoon, visit the Salzburg Christkindlmarkt, one of Europe’s oldest and most atmospheric Christmas markets, located in the heart of the old town. Sip mulled wine, sample Austrian pastries, and shop for handmade ornaments. Lunch and dinner on your own today. Overnight in Salzburg.

Salzburg

Day 9

Journey north toward Germany, stopping for lunch at a traditional Bavarian beer garden in Munich. En route, visit the Dachau Concentration Camp Memorial Site for a moment of reflection. Continue to Rothenburg ob der Tauber, one of Germany’s best preserved medieval towns. Dinner is on your own. Overnight in Rothenburg.

Salzburg/Dachau/Munich/Rothenburg

Day 10

Spend the morning exploring Rothenburg at your leisure and soaking up the festive atmosphere of the famous Rothenburg Christmas Market (Reiterlesmarkt), where centuries old traditions meet cozy holiday charm. In the evening, enjoy a farewell dinner at a local restaurant. Afterwards, join the Rothenburg Night Watchman’s Tour (pending seasonal schedule), a captivating and humorous walk through the town’s medieval streets led by a costumed guide who brings the town’s history to life with tales of knights, merchants, and daily life in centuries past. Overnight in Rothenburg.

Rothenburg

Day 11

Transfer by private motor coach to Frankfurt Airport for your return flight to the U.S.

Rothenburg/Frankfurt/USA

Day 12

Travel insurance is optional but highly recommended. &nbsp;You will have an opportunity to purchase travel insurance toward the end of the online registration phase before making your deposit. &nbsp;Our travel insurance partner is Trawick International, although you are welcome to shop around and purchase whatever seems right for you. If you choose not to purchase travel insurance at this time, you can always add it later in your WeTravel "Manage Booking" dashboard. NOTE: "Cancel For Any Reason" (CFAR) insurance can only be purchased within 21 days of paying your initial deposit. Non-CFAR insurance can be purchased up to 24 hours before trip departure.

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The Participant or Parent/Guardian may cancel this Agreement and the Participant’s inclusion in the Tour at any time, subject to the following: The Participant or Parent/Guardian must mail a signed, written notice to MHI in order to cancel this Agreement and the Participant’s inclusion in the Tour. Mailing address is: Musical Horizons International, 2129 FM 2920, Suite 190, Box 310, Spring, TX 77388.All cancellation refunds are subject to this Cancellation Fee Schedule and will be adjusted as follows based on postmark date:CANCELLATION FEE SCHEDULECANCELLATION NOTICE TO MHI......................CANCELLATION FEEBefore FEB. 28, 2026…………............…....................Non-refundable Deposit of $745.00MAR. 1 to APR. 30, 2026……………………………….....…$1,000.00MAY 1 to JUNE 30, 2026……………………………..........$2,100.00JULY 1 to AUG. 31, 2026……………………………….........$3,200.00After SEPT. 1, 2026…………………………………….........…….NO REFUND

Cancellation/Refund Policy

European Christmas Market Tour 2026

Deposit is non-refundable.

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Musical Horizons International (MHI) is made up of professionals who are educators and travel planners with many decades of experience at both.  Our tour directors and staff are of the highest caliber and have been chosen with one thing in mind:  giving you the most amazing travel experience you can imagine!  Our European tour operators, hosts and bus drivers are among the most respected on the continent.  All are combined to make your tour a truly life-changing experience!

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