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From £459pp 6-day festive coach holiday • DFDS overnight sailings • 3 nights in Frankfurt
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What’s included in this German Christmas Markets coach holiday

  • 🚌
    Coach travel with reserved seating Travel from Scotland through the full itinerary with your coach seat reserved.
  • ⛴️
    Two overnight DFDS sailings Newcastle to IJmuiden and return on a cabin-only basis.
  • 🛌
    Private ferry cabin An inside twin cabin is the standard included option, with upgrades available subject to availability.
  • 🍴
    Optional DFDS meal package Add dinner and breakfast on both crossings for £74 per person.
  • 🏨
    Three nights at NH Frankfurt Niederrad Bed and breakfast accommodation in Frankfurt.
  • 🎄
    Frankfurt Christmas Market Free time to enjoy Frankfurt’s festive city-centre markets.
  • 🍷
    Rüdesheim Christmas Market of Nations Free time in the Rhine-side town and its international festive market.
  • 🏰
    Heidelberg Christmas Markets Explore festive market squares surrounded by Heidelberg’s historic old town.
Duration 6 days
From price £459pp
Deposit £65pp
Hotel nights 3 nights
Ferry crossings 2 overnight
Markets visited 3

DFDS overnight ferry crossings

Your journey to Germany includes overnight sailings between Newcastle and IJmuiden with DFDS. A private cabin is included in the package, allowing you to settle in for the night while the ferry crosses the North Sea.

DFDS operates bars, restaurants, live entertainment, cinema, shopping and family entertainment onboard the Newcastle–Amsterdam route, so the crossing becomes part of the holiday rather than simply the journey there.

🛌 Private cabin included

Standard inside twin cabin accommodation is included on both overnight sailings.

🍴 Optional meal package

Add dinner and breakfast on both crossings for £74 per person.

🎬 Onboard entertainment

Live music, cinema, bars, restaurants, games and other onboard entertainment.

🛍️ Duty Free shopping

Browse DFDS Duty Free while travelling across the North Sea.

🌊 Sea-view upgrades

Outside and other upgraded cabin types may be available subject to availability.

🚫 Meals not standard

Ferry meals are not included unless the optional £74pp package is added.

Cabin What you get
Twin Inside Cabin Standard included cabin, bunk beds and no window.
Twin Outside Cabin Bunk beds with a sea-view window.
Twin Outside Level Beds Cabin Level beds rather than bunks, with a window.

NH Frankfurt Niederrad

Your German base is NH Frankfurt Niederrad, where the holiday includes three nights bed and breakfast.

The hotel has 165 modern rooms and is located in Frankfurt’s Niederrad district. Rooms include free Wi-Fi, flat-screen television and climate control, while the hotel also has a contemporary restaurant and bar.

  • 3 nights included
  • Breakfast included
  • En-suite accommodation
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Restaurant
  • Hotel bar
  • 165 rooms
  • Accessible hotel
Hotel address: NH Frankfurt Niederrad, Lyoner Str. 5, 60528 Frankfurt, Germany.

Three German Christmas Markets in one holiday

🎄 Frankfurt Christmas Market

Frankfurt’s historic Christmas market spreads through the city centre from Römerberg and Paulsplatz towards Hauptwache and the Main riverfront. More than 230 decorated stalls are scheduled for the 2026 market.

Browse traditional gifts and crafts and sample festive food alongside Frankfurt specialities such as Bethmännchen and hot apple wine.

2026 dates: 23 November–22 December

🍷 Rüdesheim Christmas Market

Rüdesheim’s Christmas Market of Nations brings an international festive atmosphere to the Rhine Valley, with seasonal goods, food, drink and customs represented by countries from around the world.

Free time also gives you the opportunity to discover Rüdesheim’s historic streets and the famous Drosselgasse.

2026 dates: 19 November–23 December

🏰 Heidelberg Christmas Markets

Heidelberg combines festive market squares with one of Germany’s most attractive historic city settings, surrounded by old-town architecture and views towards Heidelberg Castle.

Browse seasonal stalls, Christmas decorations, food, drinks and gifts during your free time in the city.

2026 dates: 23 November–22 December

Passport information for your German Christmas Markets holiday

British passport holders: Germany follows Schengen passport rules. Your passport should have a date of issue less than 10 years before the date you arrive in the Schengen area and an expiry date at least three months after the day you plan to leave the Schengen area.

Entry rules can change and requirements may differ by nationality. Always check current official travel advice and ensure your travel documents meet the requirements applicable to you before departure.

FAQs

Can I visit German Christmas Markets from Scotland by coach? ⌄
Yes. Loch Lomond Travel offers a six-day German Christmas Markets coach holiday from Scotland with overnight DFDS ferry crossings between Newcastle and IJmuiden and visits to Frankfurt, Rüdesheim and Heidelberg.
How much is the German Christmas Markets holiday? ⌄
Prices currently start from £459 per person. The 29 November 2026 departure is £479pp and the 6 December 2026 departure is £459pp.
How much is the deposit? ⌄
The deposit is £65 per person, with the remaining balance payable up to six weeks before departure.
Which German Christmas Markets are included? ⌄
The holiday includes free time at Frankfurt Christmas Market, Rüdesheim Christmas Market of Nations and Heidelberg Christmas Markets.
Are ferry cabins included? ⌄
Yes. Private cabin accommodation is included on both overnight DFDS sailings. An inside twin cabin is the standard option, with upgrades available subject to availability.
Are meals included on the DFDS ferry? ⌄
Ferry meals are not included as standard. A £74 per person package can be purchased in advance and includes dinner and breakfast on both crossings.
Which hotel is included in Frankfurt? ⌄
The tour includes three nights bed and breakfast at NH Frankfurt Niederrad.
Do I need to fly to Germany? ⌄
No. The holiday travels by coach and DFDS ferry, so no flights are required.
What passport validity do British citizens need? ⌄
For a British citizen travelling on a full UK passport, the passport must have been issued less than 10 years before arrival in the Schengen area and must expire at least three months after the date you plan to leave the Schengen area.

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German Christmas Markets

6 Days, 5 Nights

What's Included?

 
  • Coach travel with reserved seating
  • Two overnight sailings from Newcastle to IJmuiden return with DFDS on a cabin-only basis
  • Onboard meal package available to purchase in advance, including dinner and breakfast both ways for £74pp
  • Three nights bed & breakfast at Hotel NH Frankfurt Niederrad
  • Visit to Frankfurt Christmas Markets with free time to explore on day 2
  • Visit to Rüdesheim Christmas Markets with free time to explore on day 3
  • Visit to Heidelberg Christmas Markets with free time to explore on day 4

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Departure Dates

Sun 6th Dec 2026

£459.00pp


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