Our 14th Annual Holiday Tour

November 30 - December 8, 2010

Air, Hotel & Tour Package

From $2,095* per person
Limited Availability

*Price is per person based on double occupancy. Single
from $2,445.00 per person. Airfare from Minneapolis-St.
Paul International Airport is included. Approximate taxes
and fuel charges of $396 are not included and are subject
to change.

We invite you to join us on our 14th annual European Christmas Market tour. Come and discover the secrets of both the German Mosel Valley and the French Alsace regions.

You’ll begin your holiday journey along the Mosel Valley with its historical half-timbered houses, romantic corners and narrow streets, which form a picturesque background for the festive German Christmas Markets.

Then on to the Alsace region, with its scenic, landscaped hills sprinkled with vineyards, old castles and monasteries. This region is truly infused with charm and wonder during the Christmas season. It is said that the Christmas tree, which is one of the oldest and most wide spread Christmas traditions, originated in this region of France back in the Middle Ages.

Tuesday, Nov 30 - Departure for Frankfurt:
Depart the Twin Cities via Detroit to Frankfurt on Delta Airlines. In-flight service

Wednesday, Dec 1 - Cochem:
Early morning arrival in Frankfurt. Upon clearing customs, you’ll meet your guide Helmut and travel by coach to the Mosel Valley. Your first stop will be in Limburg an der Lahn, a picturesque town of half-timbered houses with a charming, small Christmas Market. You’ll continue on to Cochem where you’ll spend two nights. There will be time to rest and relax before the Welcome Dinner this evening. D

Thursday, Dec 2 - Cochem:
Following breakfast, Helmut will offer a walking tour of Cochem, the Mosel Valley’s most visited town. In addition to a spectacular Christmas Market, Cochem Old Town has a quaint square where you’ll find charming shops and restaurants. A city highlight is the magnificent, 1,000- year-old fairly tale-like Castle Reichsburg, which is nestled amongst the vineyards more than 100 meters above the River Mosel. B

Friday, Dec 3 - Mosel Valley:
Today we continue along the Mosel to the famous, 700-year-old town of Bernkastel-Kues. This medieval town of “vines and wines” has a festive marketplace. In the center stands St. Michael’s Fountain, which flows with wine during the September wine festival. The half-timbered houses, romantic corners and narrow streets form a picturesque background for the enchanting Christmas
Market. The morning walking tour will include the Renaissance City Hall built in 1608, the church of St. Michael and the ruins of the Castle of Landshut. From the castle you’ll have panoramic views of the entire Rhineland and Mosel area. B

Saturday, Dec 4 - Trier:
This morning you’ll visit Trier, Germany’s oldest city. In this 1000-year-old-city, you’ll find magnificent art treasures and unique architectural monuments. On the walking tour you will explore
Trier’s Roman roots dating back to its founding in 16 B.C. under Emperor Augustus. Trier contains the largest collection of ancient Roman buildings outside of Rome itself and all are concentrated in the pedestrian area. You’ll see the Imperial Baths, the Amphitheater and the massive town gate Porta Nigra. The Christmas Market is located on the medieval square next to the cathedral. Late morning we’ll cross the border into Luxembourg, one of Europe’s smallest countries. Here you’ll have time to wander through the festive Christmas Market before returning to Bernkastel in the late afternoon. B

Sunday, Dec 5 - Comar:
When you cross the border today, you’ll be entering France. Enjoy the scenery as you travel down the Alsace wine road to the charming medieval city of Comar. There will be a walking tour and free time before checking in to our hotel in Truckheim. B

Monday, Dec 6 - Alsace:
Today you’ll explore the charming villages of the Alsace, including Riquewihr and Kayserberg. B

Tuesday, Dec 7 - Stuttgart:
Leaving Alsace behind, you’ll travel to Stuttgart, the home of Mercedes and Porsche. Stuttgart’s Christmas Market is one of Europe’s largest as well as one of Europe’s oldest, dating back to 1692. After lunch, we’ll continue on to the ancient and famous Swabian town of Tubingen. After checking into the hotel, you’ll have time to enjoy this quaint, university town before the farewell dinner
this evening. B D

Wednesday, Dec 8 - Return Home from Stuttgart:
Transfer to the Stuttgart airport for your return flights to the Twin Cities. B

R = RECEPTION
B = BREAKFAST
L = LUNCH
D = DINNER

• Round-trip air transportation from Minneapolis to Frankfurt and return from Stuttgart
• Round-trip motor coach transfers between the airport and hotels
• Seven nights first-class hotel accommodations throughout the tour
• Breakfast daily and two dinners
• Sightseeing and entrance fees as indicated in itinerary
• Deluxe motor coach transportation
• Services of a driver and English speaking guide throughout the tour
• Porterage of one suitcase per person
• Macy’s Travel host throughout the tour
• Customized, pre-departure travel packet

Not included in the tour:
• Excess luggage fees
• Airline taxes and fuel surcharges
• Any airline fees for checked pieces of luggage
• Optional sightseeing activities
• Gratuities to drivers and guides
• Meals not indicated in the itinerary
• Travel insurance
• Any other items not specifically mentioned as included in the itinerary

To register for this tour, please contact:

Macy’s Group Travel
700 On the Mall, MS-750
Minneapolis, MN 55402

You may contact us directly at 800-533-0324
Monday – Friday 8:30 am – 5:00 pm CST

$500 per person at the time of booking. Travelers will be provided with a deposit and payment schedule.

Cancellation Notice - All cancellations must be in writing and are effective upon receipt in our office.
Cancellation fees are as follows:

• 91+ days prior to departure: $ 300.00* per person
• 90– 61 days prior: $ 500.00* per person
• Within 60 days of departure: NO REFUND

* Plus any airline or ground handler imposed penalties

Trip cancellation insurance is highly recommended. Please contact Macy’s Group Travel at 800-533-0324 or click the image at the bottom of this section for insurance details.

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