easy
3–4 hours
Suitable for most fitness levels, a leisurely walk around the village
Discover the enchanting holiday magic of Leavenworth’s Village of Lights Festival with Customized Tours. Enjoy a festive day of strolling through shimmering streets, tasting traditional German treats, and experiencing horse-drawn carriage rides just a scenic drive from Seattle.
12 Hours • All Ages Welcome
Experience the enchanting Bavarian village of Leavenworth this holiday season! Enjoy a day filled with shopping, authentic German cuisine, and live entertainment, all under a dazzling display of twinkling lights. Optional horse-drawn carriage rides add a magical touch, making this a memorable festive getaway from Seattle.
12 Hours
Spend the day in Leavenworth this Holiday Season with Customized Tours. Let us provide the transportation for you from Downtown Seattle to the Bavarian village of Leavenworth in the Cascade Mountains. Spend the day browsing and shopping the village’s quaint old-world themed shops, savor authentic German food from street stands and local eateries, enjoy live outdoor entertainment, AND should you choose; splurge on a horse-drawn winter carriage ride. The Village Lights show off the town's promenade and marvel 24 hours a day as the trees burst ablaze with hundreds of thousands of twinkling lights. Afterward, relax on your comfortable trip home filled with the holiday spirit, and treasured lifetime memories.
Itinerary Stevens or Blewett Pass Designated Restroom Stops Cascade Mountains Food & Shopping in the Bavarian Village
What’s Included: Transport via comfortable coach, driver/guide, pickup and drop-off from the Museum of Pop Culture, light snacks and bottled water provided round trip, informational flyer on activities and places to eat, Christmas music and movies.
We do not offer hotel pick up for this tour.
Layered clothing and sturdy footwear will keep you cozy and ready for walking through the decorated streets.
Secure your spot early to enjoy a peaceful, scenic tour around the village during peak lighting hours.
Arrive around sunset for the most vibrant light display and to beat the biggest crowds.
Capture the glow of thousands of lights and the charming architecture around every corner.
Leavenworth was established in the early 1900s as a logging town and was transformed into a Bavarian-themed village in the 1960s as a tourism draw.
The town emphasizes recycling and maintaining natural landscapes, ensuring the preservation of its scenic charm and local environment.
Staying warm while walking through the festively lit streets is key.
winter specific
Good footwear makes navigating cobblestone streets comfortable.
Capture the sparkling lights and charming scenes.
Carrying essentials, snacks, or gifts makes the outing more enjoyable.