Travel
with us to see the 2009 German Christmas Markets!!
December
1-7, 2009
Flying
from
New York
into Frankfurt
Germany
We’ll
be staying at the Crown Plaza in Heidelberg
The
Crowne Plaza Heidelberg Hotel is on the corner of Kurfurstenanlage, only 450
metres from the Bus and Metro Stop on Poststrasse. The main sights including the
Philosopher’s Promenade and the ruins of medieval town fortresses along the
Neckar
River
and the
Old
Bridge
are only 15 minutes walk away. Rooms are cozy and luxuriously appointed with
excellent leisure facilities.
Full use of their
Gym/Fitness Facility, Indoor Pool and Sauna
*Price is $1625 per person double
(Because of the room and bed setups in
Germany
quads not available.)
$1895 single and $1540 triple
Included:
All
Airport Transfers to and from the airport in Germany
Five
nights at a four star hotel with complimentary use of indoor pool and health
club.
Full
buffet breakfast each morning
One
Group Dinner
Bus
Transportation to various markets, including the most famous ones in
Nuremberg
Rothenburg
ob der Tauber
Rudesheim
on
the Rhine River
Heidelberg
(One
or two more markets may be added)
Boat
ride on the
Rhine
River
with stop at historic wine city of
Rudesheim
where
we can enjoy the famous “hot wine.”
One
free day in
Heidelberg
to explore.
Nuremberg
Christmas Market
About
180 wooden stalls, festooned with red-and-white cloth, have given the Christmas
Market its name of "Little Town from Wood and Cloth". 200
stall holders present their traditional wares:
Nuremberg
spicy gingerbread, fruit loaves, bakery goods and sweets, typical Christmas
articles such as Christmas tree angels, cribs, Christmas tree ornaments and
candles, toys as well as arts and crafts products. Favorite souvenirs include
"
Nuremberg
Plum
People", little figures made from prunes. And of course, by way of
refreshments, there are always rolls with
Nuremberg
roast sausages and mugs of mulled wine.
Nuremberg
,
with the world’s best-known Christkindl
(Christ Child) market visited by more than 2 million people every year.
Located inside this medieval city’s walls and on the market square around the
St. Lorenz Church, the Christkindl market has survived in its original state
until the present day with specialty stalls and booths, and cultural events
throughout the Advent Season. Nuremberg’s street lamp posts are festooned with
Christmas symbols, garlands of natural fir and colored lights. Every year the
Christkindl, a pretty girl with golden hair in a white angel outfit, officially
opens the Christmas market from a large stage, and local boys’ choirs sing
songs of the season.
Some specialties are unique to
Nuremberg
. I fell in love with the nutcrackers and Zwetschgenmaennle
(decorated figurines made from dried prunes) sold by dirndl-clad ladies
from their colorful booths. Of course the Nuremberger
Lebkuchen
Christmas
Market of Nations in Rudesheim/Rhine in
Germany
One
of
Germany
’s prettiest Christmas Markets with more than 120 stalls representing 12
nations. Visit the historical romantic old quarters of town with the world
famous Drosselgasse, Christmas lighting and entertainment.
Nations from all over the world present their Christmas customs and traditions.
On the market square you can admire
Europe
’s largest nativity scene, with live-size figures. The Rudesheim
“Christkind” has new surprises for young and old visitors.
Rothenburg
ob der Tauber
One
of
Germany
's most celebrated Christmas markets is the annual Reiterlesmarkt
in Rothenburg
ob der Tauber, a walled medieval city of 12,000 along
Upper Bavaria
's
Romantic Road
. From the end of November until just before Christmas, the market--which dates
back to the 15th century and is one of the oldest in
Germany
--attracts thousands of visitors who come for the magical atmosphere other
medieval city of
Rothenburg
,
Germany
’s best-preserved medieval town. As you stroll the cobblestone streets, you
are spellbound by the city’s 700-year-old charm. The quaint buildings with the
original half- timbered walls and the town hall square are lined with festively
decorated booths. A must see location in Rothenburg is Kathy Wohlfahrts famous
Christmas Village and Store, brimming with gifts for you to take or send home to
your loved ones.
You
can spend hours strolling around town visiting the booths and shops or might
just want to sit back and enjoy coffee and cake while observing the passing
visitors and shoppers from all over the world. For a breathtaking view of the
town, climb the stairs to the top of the wall, which fortified Rothenburg in
ancient times. Take a stroll with the night watchman in the evening. With his
historic garb and chant, he takes you back hundreds of years in the city’s
history.
You
must have a passport for this trip and give us a copy of it before the trip.
$400.
per person deposit due at sign-up.
Transfers:
All transportation between
hotels, and airports and sightseeing not within walking distance of the hotels
is provided.
Porterage: No more than one suitcase and one carry-on will be permitted.
Adhere to airline regulations for weight limitations.
Taxes: All taxes are included.
Gratuities: Although service charges are included, it is customary to tip
the driver the guide and, if the service is fine, your hotel personnel. We
include the tip for the waiters, but if you wish to add to that tip, you
may.
Not included: Tips to the driver and guide. It also does not
include costs such as telephone charges or laundry costs.
Cancellation: Within 120 days - no charge. 119-90 days prior to
departure - $ 400 – 89-60 days prior - $800. 49-30 days prior - $1200. Less
than 30 days prior- no refund. Full payment: Full payment is due no later
than August 15, 2007. As per our policy, no change will be made to you for
any cancellation fee prior to the above indications. There are no hidden
costs! Everything is included – no departure taxes, admission
costs. Only give what you wish to the driver and waiters in hotel is
extra.
Please
send a $400 deposit with your application
If
you have any questions, please e-mail us @ belmontours@yahoo.com
or call us
1-800-760-4330 or 1-914-381-4131
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MAMARONECK, NY. 10543
Be
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