Escape to the storybook charm of Ferdinand, Indiana, where a traditional Bavarian Olde World Christmas Market awaits. Stroll through twinkling stalls filled with handmade treasures, unique art, antiques, festive music, and delicious regional treats, plus wines and brews to sip along the way. Then settle into the timeless elegance of French Lick Springs Resort, beautifully dressed for the season with thousands of sparkling lights, stunning décor, festive activities, and even a life-size gingerbread house. It’s the perfect blend of holiday magic, relaxation, and memory-making, just for the ladies of Sunrise Tours!
- 2 nights at the historic French Lick Springs Resort Hotel
- Enjoy the delights of Christmas in an Olde World Setting at the 28th Annual Ferdinand Christkindlmarkt.
- Take a docent-led tour of the Cedarville Center for the Arts and participate in private arts classes.
- Tour the Sisters of St. Benedict Monastery in Ferdinand, IN
- Enjoy Afternoon Tea and Style Show exclusively for Sunrise Travelers hosted by Chastain's Boutique.
- Take part in cooking and demonstrations in New Harmony, IN
DAY 1: WELCOME TO INDIANA!
Depart for the charming town of Mount Vernon and the Cedarhurst Center for the Arts. After a docent-led tour of the major works of art in the collection, take part in a private art class and take home your own masterpiece! Continue east to Evansville for an overnight stay and dinner at a local favorite. D
DAY 2: FERDINAND CHRISTKINDLMARKT
Arrive in Ferdinand for shopping Bavarian-style with handmade treasures and treats in over 200 stalls. Find home décor, folk art, festive designs, woodcarvings, jewelry, clothing, quilts, candles and so much more! Indulge in homemade treats and be immersed in the holiday spirit. While in Ferdinand, tour the Sisters of St. Benedict Monastery with a local guide. Depart with your treasures for a two-night stay at beautiful French Lick Springs Resort and enjoy a private dinner at the hotel’s Grand Colonnade. B, D
DAY 3: FRENCH LICK HOLIDAY MAGIC
Sit back and enjoy a leisurely morning at the luxurious French Lick Springs Resort, complete with a spa, shopping, an indoor pool, and even a bowling alley. Visit the sister property, the West Baden Springs Hotel, for a guided historical tour and seasonal display. Spend time visiting with your fellow travelers at afternoon tea while enjoying a fashion show hosted by Chastain’s Boutique. B, Afternoon Tea
DAY 4: RETURN HOME WITH WONDERFUL MEMORIES
Depart French Lick for a stop in New Harmony at Capers Emporium for cooking demonstrations before a delicious lunch. Return home with holiday gifts, new friends, and wonderful memories! B, L
ACCOMMODATIONS
Night 1: Drury Inn & Suites Evansville East Hotel, Evansville, Indiana
Night 2-3: French Lick Springs Hotel, French Lick, Indiana
Departure Cities:
- St. Louis
- Kansas City
- Springfield, MO
Depart: November 21, 2026 sold out
Return: November 24, 2026
Price Per Person:
- DB $1,299
- TP/QD $1,179
- SG $1,699
Other General Information
Tour Communications: You will receive three key communications leading up to your tour:
- Get Ready: Your email confirmation and initial tour information, sent after you register.
- Get Set: An email with additional tour details, sent approximately two months before departure.
- Go: Your final trip documents, mailed via USPS approximately three to four weeks before departure. This packet will include your daily itinerary, luggage tags, and final departure information.
Travel Protection: Travel Protection is optional but highly recommended and may be purchased until the day before departure. Sunrise Tours offers plans through battleface. Additional information will be included with your Get Ready email and can also be found HERE.
Inclusions: Unless otherwise noted, your Sunrise Tour includes:
- A professional Sunrise Tour Director
- Meals as indicated in the itinerary
- Local step-on guides, including gratuities
- International tour guide gratuities when specified for the individual tour
- Deluxe motorcoach transportation with an onboard restroom
- Admission to activities and events as indicated
- Airfare from designated airports
- Transportation to and from designated airports from our convenient local pickup points*
- Luggage handling at hotels when available
Gratuities: We believe tipping is a personal and discretionary interaction between our guests and staff. A typical gratuity for your Sunrise Tour Director and motorcoach driver is $6 to $10 per person, per day of the tour. Sunrise Shuttle drivers also appreciate gratuities for excellent service, with a suggested amount of $5 per person. Our staff will not solicit gratuities or distribute gratuity envelopes.
Refreshments: We are happy to provide refreshments on most motorcoach travel days. We also recommend bringing a refillable water bottle to help you stay hydrated throughout your tour.
Pickup Points: If fewer than four travelers request a particular pickup point, we may ask those guests to select another available pickup location. Travelers are also welcome to join a tour from a city that is not listed as a departure point. Please contact our friendly reservations team to discuss available arrangements. For departure cities not listed, airfare is typically $100 more than the published fare for domestic tours and $200 more for international tours.
TSA PreCheck and Airline Rewards Numbers: TSA PreCheck, Known Traveler Numbers, and airline rewards numbers must be provided to our reservations team at least 60 days before departure. Numbers received after this deadline may not be applied to your reservation.
Airline Seating: Preferred seating may not be available with group airfare. In some cases, seats are not assigned until travelers arrive at the airport. Your tour fare includes an economy-class seat but does not include advance seat selection. Seat upgrades may be available for an additional cost.
Motorcoach Capacity and Seating: To provide one of the most comfortable motorcoach experiences in the industry, Sunrise Tours generally limits motorcoaches to 80% capacity. This allows for a maximum of 44 passengers on a motorcoach designed to accommodate 55. Sunrise Tours reserves the right to amend this practice. Your Tour Director will rotate motorcoach seating each day of the tour. Payment of a single-occupancy fare does not guarantee two motorcoach seats, and you may be seated beside another friendly Sunrise Tours guest.
Terms and Conditions
Please refer to our policies HERE for more information on our terms and conditions.
