General Information
Wonders of the Old World – European Christmas Markets
November 26 – December 6, 2026
A tour of Christmas markets in Switzerland, France and Germany
With a 5 day cruise on the Rhine River
What's Included
- 6 days touring via deluxe motorcoach
- 5 nights accommodations in 4* hotels
- 4 night Rhine River cruise from Strasbourg, France to Cologne, Germany aboard Croisi Europe’s MS Lafayette
- Daily breakfast\6 Dinners\5 lunches
- Services of licensed city guides as needed
- All Entrance Fees and hotel city tax
- All transportation by bus,train and boat as listed in itinerary
- Gratuities for drivers, guides and cruise staff
What's Not Included
- Airfare: round-trip airfare from USA to Zurich\Cologne to USA
- Meals and other personal expenses as not indicated on itinerary
- Travel Insurance
Group Airfare
Optional Group airfare – there will be a group flight for those that prefer to travel with the group. This will be an economy class round trip from Houston to Zurich and Cologne to Houston. The estimated cost of this airfare will be $1,200 – $1,500. Airline schedules are available 8-10 months before departure and when available, the group air schedule and cost will be published to all travelers. Each traveler will have the opportunity to purchase the group airfare at this time or purchase the land only package.
If purchasing your own airfare, Prelude Tours will assist with your airport and hotel transfers (at your own expense). If your flights align within 20-30 minutes of the group schedule, travelers are welcome to share the transfer with the group.
Travel Insurance
Travel insurance is highly recommended to safeguard your trip investment from unforeseen circumstances. Insurance must be purchased within 14 days of registration to cover any pre-existing medical conditions. Visit www.preludetours.com for more information on travel insurance.
Payments and Conditions
- Tour cost – $4,250 per person (based on double occupancy)
- Single Supplement (Private Room) – $1,250
Payment Terms
- $650 non-refundable, non-transferable deposit due upon registration
- $1,800 due May 1, 2026
- $1,800 due Aug 1, 2026
Payment Methods
- Check Payable to Prelude Tours and mailed to: P O Box 118696, Carrollton, TX 75011
- Credit card – payments made by credit card will be assessed a 3% convenience fee.
- Click www.preludetours.com to make credit card payments
Cancellation Policy
- Prior to May 1, 2026 – $650 cancellation fee
- After May 1 and prior to August 1 – $2,450 cancellation fee
- After Aug 1 – no refunds
Additional Information
- Activity level of tour – Level 3: This tour is an active tour with walking, standing for longer periods of time on sometimes uneven ground or terrain and climbing steps. There will be some longer days and earlier mornings balanced with free time to enjoy your own interests. Guest should be able to walk 8,000 – 10,000 steps per day and manage their own luggage as needed
- Passports must be valid for 6 months AFTER the date of return to the United States – June 6, 2027
- There will be no refund for unconsumed hotel meals or unused entrance fees
- The itinerary as listed is subject to change due to unforeseen circumstances beyond the control of Prelude Tours
- This tour is non- transferable upon cancellation (If one cancels their tour, they can not transfer the payments to another person)
- When purchasing airfare with the group, seats are assigned by the airline and Prelude Tours has no control of seat assignments. If you prefer specific seats or upgrades, it is recommended that you purchase the land only option through Prelude Tours and purchase your own airfare to align with the group schedule