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DEPARTS
Thursday 28 November 2019
5
DAYS
booked a special departure called
the ‘Glühwein Express’, also featuring
a warming glühwein in the hostelry
at the mountain’s peak. Returning to
Wernigerode, we have some free
time to discover the sights, sounds and
smells of the
Wernigerode Christmas
Market
, beautifully nestled within
the market square in front of the
picturesque town hall. Wander amidst
the quaint half-timbered buildings
sampling the delights of traditional
German advent, overlooked by
Wernigerode’s stunning castle. (B,D)
DAY 4
A rare treat today! The
Rübeland
Railway
was originally built in the
1880s to connect Blankenburg with
Tanne in the Harz Mountains, some
30 kilometres away. Although the
line was closed gradually, a 14 km
section of track has been preserved
from Blankenburg to Rübeland itself.
Today, we travel on the Prussian
preserved steam locomotive 95-027,
named
‘Queen of the Mountains’
on
a scenic route with tight turns, tunnels
and the Krockstein Viaduct. When we
arrive at Rübeland we enjoy a little free
time to stretch our legs and explore
this charming village before our coach
transfer to Hanover. Here we can
experience the magical atmosphere
of the extensive Christmas market in
the historic Old Town and along Lister
Meile before our final night in the
InterCity Hotel by the station. (B,D)
HOTELS
Maritim Berghotel Braunlage
This 4* hotel is located in the mountain resort of Braunlage at the foot of
the Wurmberg mountain on the edge of the Harz National Park. Amenities
include the Roof Garden café, with stunning views of the Harz, a restaurant,
bar and Old English Pub, plus leisure facilities including a swimming pool. For
this tour we have chosen Superior Rooms with balcony and views across
Braunlage.
InterCity Hotel, Hanover
This contemporary 4* hotel is ideally situated next to Hanover railway
station and is perfectly located for exploring the nearby historic centre. The
hotel has a modern restaurant and bar. The comfortable bedrooms feature
free Wi-Fi, flat-screen TVs and desks.
FARE
From London St Pancras International:
Standard Class rail travel including Standard Eurostar
Single Traveller Supplement
4 nights’ bed, breakfast and evening meal
Eurostar Standard Class rail travel
Standard Class rail travel to Hanover and return
All transfers, excursions & admissions as detailed
Services of experienced Railtrail Tour Manager
GUARANTEED FARE
£995
£105
DAY 5
Leaving Hanover we join the high-
speed railway line to Cologne. In
Brussels we join the Eurostar service to
London St Pancras. (B)