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Panoramic view of Dresden at sunset with the Elbe and illuminated buildings.

Dresden - A Musical Advent Enchantment

La Bohème & The Nutcracker or Advent Concert

Dresden enchants visitors at Advent with its baroque backdrop, festive splendour and grand music theatre. Experience Puccini's masterpiece "La Bohème" at the Semperoper, a highlight of the operatic repertoire. In addition, you may choose between Tchaikovsky's "The Nutcracker" at the Semperoper or the "Advent Concert" with the Residenz Orchestra in the Dresden Zwinger. Cultural pleasure in a festive atmosphere.

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Snow-covered city view with historic buildings at sunset. Christmas market in the evening with lights and a large decorated Christmas tree in the snow. Dresden Old Town with Frauenkirche and the Elbe at dusk. Dresden in winter with the snow-covered Neumarkt and the baroque Frauenkirche in the background. Snow-covered view of Dresden with historic architecture at dusk. Opera house in winter with a snow-covered square and equestrian statue. Christmas market in the evening in front of a historic church with an illuminated Christmas tree. Historic baroque architecture in a sunny palace park in winter.

Day 1: Switzerland – Dresden

Journey to Dresden. During the trip, your music expert will prepare you with fascinating insights into the forthcoming performances. Check-in at the hotel directly next to the Frauenkirche in the heart of the city. Shared dinner in the evening.

Day 2: Dresden & Performances

In the morning you explore the Dresden Old Town with its world-famous sights. An organ prelude in the Frauenkirche atmospherically rounds off the experience. The afternoon is at your free disposal, for your own discoveries or a little rest. In the evening you may choose between two festive highlights: Tchaikovsky’s ballet "The Nutcracker" at the Semperoper or the "Advent Concert" with the Dresden Residenz Orchestra at the Zwinger.

Day 3: Dresden & Opera

In the Residenzschloss, the Green Vault presents the spectacular treasure chamber of Augustus the Strong. In faithfully reconstructed rooms, the splendour of the Baroque unfolds, rich in gold, precious gems and exquisite craftsmanship. A free afternoon for winter discoveries: stroll through the festively decorated Striezel Market, enjoy Saxon specialities or let the Baroque charm of the Old Town enchant you. Before the performance, we invite you to an aperitif with delicacies from kitchen and cellar. Afterwards you attend Giacomo Puccini’s famous opera "La Bohème" at the splendid Semperoper. Grand opera in a unique setting.

Day 4: Dresden – Switzerland

Return journey to Switzerland.

The elegant 5* Hotel Townhouse is located in the heart of the city, directly opposite the Frauenkirche.

  • 5* Hotel Townhouse, room
  • 5* Hotel Townhouse restaurant
  • 5* Hotel Townhouse

Included services

  • Travel in a Car Rouge, 2+1 seating
  • Music tour guide from / to Switzerland
  • Accommodation in a select 5* hotel
  • 3 x room & breakfast buffet
  • 1 x dinner incl. drinks
  • 1 x opera aperitif with wine and canapés
  • Opera ticket, 1st category
  • Organ devotion in the Frauenkirche
  • City tour of Dresden
  • Admission to the Historic Green Vault
  • Car Rouge audio system

Car Rouge Premium coach

Our Premium coaches are state of the art and offer generous space: 3 luxury seats per row, individually adjustable headrests and an interior height of 2.10 m create a unique sense of space.

  • Red Premium armchairs with headrests in the Car Rouge
  • View down the aisle of the Car Rouge with 2+1 seating
  • Armrest with smartphone holder and charging port at the seat
  • 30 wide, luxurious Premium armchairs in 2+1 seating
  • Generous seat pitch of 90 cm
  • Seat belts at every seat
  • Height-adjustable footrest, adjustable backrests and armrests
  • Unique sense of space thanks to an interior height of 2.10 metres
  • Multi-channel audio at every seat, lane assist and adaptive cruise control
  • Free Wi-Fi/internet in Europe

Our Premium coaches are state of the art and offer generous space: 3 luxury seats per row, individually adjustable headrests and an interior height of 2.10 m create a unique sense of space.

Three burgundy Car Rouge coaches in front of the depot

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