$137

About this trip

GERMAN CHRISTMAS

Christkindlmart, Historic Bethlehem Hotel Lunch and Byers Choice

Bethlehem, PA 

Friday November 21, 2025

Experience Byers’ Choice where they have been handcrafting Carolers® Figurines for over 35 years. Cookies and juice will welcome the group upon arrival.  Start with a walk down a cobblestone street scene straight out of Dickens' London then into the Christmas Museum, with displays of Carolers past and present, as well as depictions of Christmas traditions from around the world. Of special note is the observation deck from which you can watch Byers' Choice artisans bring the Carolers to life. Be sure also to view the Crèche Room, a collection of over 200 nativity scenes from around the world. Finally stop in at the Gift Emporium, where you will find a wide variety of Carolers and other gifts. Next, lunch will be enjoyed at the Historic Hotel Bethlehem.  Finally, you will experience Christkindlemart! Christkindlmarkt Bethlehem features artisans and craftspeople, performances, delicious food, St. Nicholas, and the return of popular German ornament manufacturer Käthe Wohlfahrt. Named one of the top holiday markets in the world by Travel + Leisure and one of the top holiday markets in North America by USA TODAY’s 10Best Readers’ Choice competition, the Bethlehem Christmas market is known for its unique holiday shopping experience featuring thousands of unique handmade gifts! Enjoy a snack before your trip home in the market featuring a variety of delicacies, including holiday fare like strudel and Christmas cookies.

Guests will find a variety of food options throughout the grounds—including a diverse array of beers, hot toddies, and other beverages. 

Package includes motor coach transportation, admission, lunch, tour, driver's gratuity and trip leader. 

Bus departs GSP Forked River Rest Area 7:45 am, TARGET, 570 Rt 70, Brick 8:15 AM   GSP exit 98 Park and Ride 8:30 am, Jon Bon Jovi rest area 9 am  approx 6:30 PM return $137



Bus departures 

VERY IMPORTANT TO CHECK ITINERARY FOR TIME CHANGES. Provided 1 week prior.

7:45 AM Celia Cruz Service Center (formerly Forked River Rest Area) 

8:15 AM Target, RT 70, Brick 

8:30 AM GSP Park and Ride Exit 98 (GPS use Exit 98 Park and Ride, Wall)

9:00 AM GSP Jon Bon Jovi (Cheesequake Rest area)

5:30 PM Approximate return