Festive Germany
Tour Germany's most charming Christmas markets
dates: DECEMBER 4-12, 2026
Group trips for modern women
why travel with us?
Our team has spent countless hours planning trips, traveling, and experiencing new cultures. Our travel expertise and our passion to build a community of travel girls is what led us to start Scout Escapes. We love that traveling can create life-long friendships through experiences you’ll never forget.
Here’s what our group trips can offer you:
How It Works
Register
Register online to receive confirmation information & book a call with our team to go over group trip details
Confirm
Confirm your spot with our trip deposit & booking agreement. Set up your payment plan or financing with Affirm
Prepare
Prepare for your trip by filling out our detailed questionnaires, joining our group trip chat & pre-trip welcome call
Hotel Selection
Where are we staying?
We want to prioritize your comfort and convenience to provide you the best group travel experience, so we have chosen a stunning …….
Sofitel Munich Bayerpost is a luxurious five-star hotel located in the heart of Munich, blending elegant French design with Bavarian charm inside a historic former post office building. The hotel is known for its modern rooms, relaxing spa with a spiral pool, and convenient location just steps from Munich’s main train station. – 3 nights
Karl August is a stylish boutique hotel located in the center of Nuremberg’s historic Old Town, offering modern rooms with views over the city and the famous Hauptmarkt square. The hotel combines contemporary design with a relaxed atmosphere and features amenities such as a rooftop spa, indoor pool, and easy access to Nuremberg’s main cultural attraction. – 2 nights
Althoff Grandhotel Schloss Bensberg is a beautiful five-star castle hotel near Cologne, set inside one of Germany’s largest baroque palaces and surrounded by the scenic Bergisches Land countryside. The hotel combines historic elegance with modern comfort, featuring Michelin-starred dining, a spacious spa and wellness area, and stunning views toward Cologne Cathedral– 3 nights
Activities & excursions
What are we doing?
We have crafted a balanced itinerary for you to experience the most on your trip while having plenty of free time to explore on your own! Depending on the destination we may offer additional add-on activities. We have crafted a balanced itinerary for you to experience the most on your trip while having plenty of free time to explore on your own!
Day 1
- Arrival day
- Free time for spa, exploring, or shopping
- Welcome dinner
Day 2
- Private guided Munich festive walking tour
- Free time to visit Munich Markets or museums
Day 3
- Nymphenburg Palace & Market
- Bavarian Foodie Experience
Day 4
- Travel to Nuremberg
- Afternoon Nuremberg Market tour
Day 5
- Gingerbread cooking class
- Optional Imperial Castle or Germanic National Museum
Day 6
- Travel to Cologne
- Evening at the Bensburg markets
Day 7
- Full day in Cologne
- Christmas Markets in Cologne
- Optional eau de cologne-making experience
Day 8
- Festive afternon tea experience
- Free time for spa
- Farewell dinner
Day 9
- Departure day
Festive Germany
Pricing & Inclusions
€5750 Euros
What's Included
- 4 & 5-star hotels in Munich, Nuremberg, and Cologne
- Daily breakfast
- Premium train tickets to Nuremberg & Cologne
- Airport transfers on arrival & departure days (MUC & DUS)
- Private drivers to all itinerary inclusions
- Private guided festive Munich Christmas market & city tour
- Private Bavarian foodie tour
- Nymphenburg Palace tickets
- Nuremberg Christmas market visit
- Private gingerbread cooking class
- Visits to Bensburg and Cologne Christmas markets
- Festive castle afternoon tea experience
- Welcome & farewell dinners
What's Not Included
- Flights
- Additional alcohol, snacks & meals not mentioned
- Taxis/transit on personal time
- Travel insurance (required)
- Airport transfers outside of the tour dates & designated airports
- Optional activities
Ready to join us?
Festive Germany
Payment Information
- €750 non-refundable deposit required to confirm your spot.
- Your payment plan may differ slightly depending on your registration date.
- Scheduled payments are due upon receipt. There is a $30 fee for late payments made after 15 days
Flexible payment plans available with Affirm or Klarna
Example payment plan:
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Behind our group trips
Who is this trip for?
This trip is perfect for open minded travelers looking to have new experiences, make new friends, and immerse themselves into a new culture during the most magical time of the year.
If you’re seeking an trip that combines holiday festivity with cultural exploration and charming markets, this trip is a great one for you!
Our days will be filled primarily with festive experiences- Christmas market visits, trying new foods, and holiday shopping!
Unique considerations for Germany
Anne
Luxury Travel Advisor
Meet your host
Anne is a self-proclaimed travel junkie and hotel fanatic who’s always up for an adventure. She’s been a luxury travel advisor for three years, but has been curating unforgettable trips for family and friends for over a decade. She loves exploring new places, diving into different cultures, and hunting down the best food and wine a destination has to offer (and is getting her sommelier certification this year!)
With a background in Art History, she’s also passionate about the art and architecture of cities like Rome, Paris, Madrid and beyond. She’s traveled extensively—over 30 countries and counting – and even lived in Vienna during her undergrad days.
Her travel superpower is finding the fun in every experience, even when things don’t go as planned. She believes every experience is a story to tell and a memory to make.
Questions about our group trips? We have answers.
What is the age range?
Our trips are open to anyone aged 21+. We believe that age is just a number and our trips are open to solo travelers, sisters, friends or mother daughter duos.
Can you explain your pricing
Our group trips are bespoke itineraries, curated with luxury hotels and private experiences. We exclusively select 4 and 5-star hotels and prioritize private guided activities and luxury transportation with trusted travel partners in the industry to provide you with an exceptional trip that is worth the price tag.
Is this open to first-time travelers?
Absolutely! Our trips are open to first-time travelers and travel veterans alike. We craft our trips in detail and can assist you every step of the way. You’ll be given an abundance of information, including destination info, travel tips, packing list, and restaurant and free-time recommendations. As always, you will also have your expert host and local guides with you during the entire trip!
How are roommates assigned?
All attendees are required to submit an extensive questionnaire that helps us get to know you and pair roommates. We take into account sleeping habits, travel preferences, tidiness, personality, hobbies and interests to choose your roommate. We also open our Instagram group chat if you prefer to find a roommate with someone you vibe with on your own. If you prefer to be solo, single rooms are an additional fee & subject to availability.
Can I explore on my own?
Yes, you can absolutely do things on your own. We have scheduled free time in every destination and provide you with a list of suggestions for activities. You’re welcome to explore on your own or opt in with the group for an optional free time activity. If you’re planning to explore on your own, please let us know as transfers can be difficult to obtain here.
Why are your trips priced in Euros?
For this group trip, we have priced in Euros to account for the exchange rate that fluctuates in the market.
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