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Cologne & Düsseldorf Christmas Markets - JG Explorer

Cologne & Düsseldorf Christmas Markets - JG Explorer




The twinkle of glittering lights: tick! That mouth-watering aroma of hot glühwein: tick! The jingle-jangle of your bag brimming with whimsical gifts and curios: tick! Welcome to our special four-day break to the Cologne and Düsseldorf Christmas markets. With endless stalls offering local delicacies and thousands of bargains in a majestic setting, experience the most famous German markets during this unmissable break!

Highlights

  • Return coach travel aboard a JG Explorer Coach (see Helpful Information below)
  • Ferry crossings
  • 3 nights at a selected hotel in Germany (JG3 rating) with breakfast
  • Excursions to Bonn, Cologne, Aachen & Düsseldorf Christmas Markets

Itinerary

We catch the ferry to Calais and journey onwards to our hotel.

En route to Düsseldorf, we spend time in Aachen, a beautiful old city bordering Belgium and the Netherlands. This unique location is reflected in the impressive mixture of goods for sale at the Christmas market, including delicious French and Belgian foods as well as traditional German-made products. We then head to the Düsseldorf Christmas Markets, where we have time to enjoy the festivities with a scrumptious cup of glühwein in hand. We explore the Old Town quarters, adorned with rows of traditionally decorated huts and stalls offering a charming selection of unique handcrafted gifts. Later, there’s time for dinner at a restaurant of your choice before returning to the hotel (not included).

We travel to the Bonn Christmas Market, a festive hive of tasty food and spectacular gifts surrounded by the city’s Bottlerplatz and historic Minster. The ideal place to find that unique gift, the market offers an array of delightful hand-crafted treasures, including jewellery, ornaments, and knitwear. We then move on to Cologne Christmas Market to indulge in the special festive atmosphere, while enjoying roasted chestnuts and mulled wine and admiring the sparkle of Cologne’s beautiful lights and stunning cathedral. We have time for dinner at a restaurant of your choice before returning to the hotel (not included).

After breakfast we check out of our hotel and head back to Calais for our return ferry home.


Accommodation

We’ll stay at a selected hotel in Germany, such as the Wyndham Duisburger Hof or Best Western Plaza Hotel Grevenbroich  Each hotel features comfortable en-suite rooms and a bar and restaurant.

Hotel Rating

Hotels with a JG3 rating tend to be a more formal style of hotel, often part of a hotel chain, or are very-welcoming family-owned properties. Generally, they offer a greater range of facilities and services, and bedrooms tend to be a little more spacious with additional features. Public areas are larger and include lounge seating, bar and restaurant with good quality food served either buffet style or waiter service.


Helpful Information

Turn your journey into part of the holiday with our deluxe JG Explorer coaches. Designed for comfort and relaxation, every detail has been thoughtfully considered so you can simply sit back, unwind and enjoy the ride. With no driving to worry about, your holiday begins the moment you step aboard.

A smooth ride from start to finish

Our experienced drivers know their routes inside out, ensuring you reach your destination safely and comfortably. Along the way, they’re happy to share local knowledge and helpful insights, making every mile part of the experience.

More space, more comfort

Exclusive to the JG Travel Group, JG Explorer coaches feature just 44 seats, giving you more space to stretch out and relax. Reclining seats with padded support and footrests allow you to find your perfect position, while improved legroom ensures a comfortable journey wherever you choose to sit.

For ease and accessibility, there is a convenient floor-level toilet on board — meaning no awkward steps during your journey.

The best seat in the house

Upgrade to a premium front seat and enjoy panoramic views of the road ahead, extra legroom and a handy countertop for your personal belongings – the perfect spot to take in the scenery in comfort.

Entertainment sorted

Stay entertained throughout your journey with our wireless media system, offering a range of films and fun quizzes. Simply connect using your smartphone or tablet and enjoy free Wi-Fi throughout the coach. Every seat is also equipped with a USB port to keep your devices charged along the way.

Refreshments on tap

JG Explorer coaches include a rear-mounted kitchen area stocked with hot and cold drinks, so refreshments are always within easy reach. There’s also a filtered water tap available, allowing you to refill your bottle whenever you like.

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