Bavarian Forest Winter Wonderland – 'Huskies' & Igloos

Explore Germany’s stunning Bavarian Forest on a winter wonderland escorted tour you won’t forget. The glistening winter scenery, rolling hills and picturesque villages create the perfect backdrop for a magical winter escape. From your base in the Bavarian Forest National Park, we visit the Joska Crystal Adventure World where you will have the opportunity to learn about the wonderful world of crystal and glass – you can even try your hand at the fine art of glass blowing. And, of course, the pièce de résistance, you have the opportunity to visit the magnificent sled dogs at Driesessel and attend an Igloo workshop where you will learn about igloo building and the traditions of the Igloo village.

What's Included:

• 6 nights hotel with continental breakfast
• 4 evening meals
• Convenient local joining points
• Travel by Silver Service

Day 1: Belgium

Regional departure by coach or Door-to-Door service, then to Belgium for an overnight stay.

Day 2: Bavaria

Travel to our hotel in Bavaria for four nights, where we enjoy a torch-lit walk through the hotel’s surroundings.

Included meals: Breakfast, Dinner

Day 3: Bavarian Forest National Park & Joska Crystal Adventure World

This morning we include an excursion to the Bavarian Forest National Park. Opened in 1970 as Germany’s first national park and covering an area of 243 square kilometres, the parks stunning scenery is comprised of forests, moors, crystal clear mountain streams and lakes, including the spectacular Lake Rachelsee, the parks only glacial lake. During our visit you will have the opportunity to walk through the forest along the parks splendid treetop walk. With an overall length of 1300 metres, the Bavarian Forest treetop walk is amongst the longest of its kind in the world. After lunch we visit the Joska Crystal Adventure World in Bodenmais. You will have time to enjoy this interactive, sparkling experience where skilled glass blowers will demonstrate their traditional techniques before offering you a chance to blow your very own glass ball.

Included meals: Breakfast, Dinner

Day 4: 'Huskies' & Igloos

We begin our day at the renowned sled dog farm of Dreisessel. We will spend time discovering the remarkable qualities of these incredible athletes, including the housing, feeding and stamina training involved in shaping this strong, independent yet lovable working canine breed. This afternoon we visit an Igloo workshop where we will have the opportunity to learn the techniques and traditions of the village. Please note: At Huskyhof Dreissesel, the dogs you may see, may be different breeds of Husky and Malamutes.

Included meals: Breakfast, Dinner

Day 5: Passau

Today we travel into the centre of Passau on our included excursion. Picturesquely set at the confluence of the Danube, the Inn and the Ilz, a local guide in historical dress will introduce you to the charming old town with its grand squares and elegant landmarks such as the magnificent St Steven’s Cathedral, home to the world’s largest church organ, before you will have free time to explore the “City of the Three Rivers” at leisure.

Included meals: Breakfast, Dinner

Day 6: Belgium

To Belgium for an overnight stay. Included meals: Breakfast

Day 7: UK

Return home. Included meals: Breakfast