Lifestyle Tours Presents...

Alpine Christmas

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Lifestyle Tours
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Day 1: Friday, November 28, 2008
Overnight Flight
Welcome as you join Collette Vacations in exploring the traditional Christmas markets of Austria and southern Bavaria. Your journey begins with an overnight flight to Germany.

Day 2: Saturday, November 29, 2008
Innsbruck
A local guide leads a panoramic Innsbruck city tour of the highlights of the town: Maria Theresienstrasse, the Hofburg, and the "Golden Roof," all set against the backdrop of the lovely Austrian Alps. The remainder of the day is at leisure for you to explore this beautiful city, its wonderful Christmas Market, and its many unique specialty shops. Today breakfast will be included.

 Day 3: Sunday, November 30, 2008
Innsbruck - Munich, Germany - Innsbruck
This morning you return to Munich. Upon arrival, enjoy a panoramic tour featuring the Marienplatz, the Glockenspiel and Olympic Park. The remainder of your day is at leisure to explore Munich's lovely historic area. LANGUAGE DISCOVERY: Today, your Tour Manager will help you discover the origin and history of the language(s) you will experience on your tour along with key words and phrases that will help you communicate with the locals. Tonights dinner is at a popular local restaurant. Today breakfast and dinner will be included.

Day 4: Monday, December 01, 2008
Innsbruck - Oberammergau - Innsbruck
A delightful day of sightseeing awaits you. You begin with a scenic picture stop of the fairy tale Neuschwanstein Castle - its turrets and pinnacles create a dream-like atmosphere. Next, visit Wies Church, proclaimed a World Heritage Site, before proceeding to Oberammergau. This small town of craftsmen owes its fame to the internationally-known Passion Play, performed only once every ten years. Upon arrival, enjoy a brief orientation tour of this quaint, picturesque village. Today breakfast will be included.

Day 5: Tuesday, December 02, 2008
Innsbruck - Salzburg - Innsbruck
Travel through the picturesque Austrian countryside to Salzburg, a city filled with beautiful gardens and wondrous architecture. Upon arrival, enjoy a leisurely-paced walking tour featuring Mirabell Gardens (seen in the Sound of Music), the quaint Getreidegasse (site of Mozart's birthplace), and many other highlights of this beautiful city. The afternoon is at leisure to explore and enjoy Salzburg's fabulous Christmas market. Your day concludes with a delightful dinner at the centuries-old St. Peter's Restaurant, located in the historic city center. Today breakfast and dinner will be included.

Day 6: Wednesday, December 03, 2008
Innsbruck
Your day is at leisure to relax, explore Innsbrucks hidden treasures, or return to the Christmas markets for some last-minute shopping. This evening, join your fellow travelers for a farewell dinner, celebrating the end of a wonderful trip. Today breakfast and dinner will be included.

Day 7: Thursday, December 04, 2008
Innsbruck - Tour Ends
Your tour ends in Innsbruck this morning. Today breakfast will be included.