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Essentials
- Destination: New Glarus, Wisconsin (Chalet Landhaus, New Glarus Brewing, and Sugar River State Trail).
- Optimal Travel Dates: 2026-12-22 to 2027-01-02 (nightly Adventsfenster displays, holiday beer depot, and fireside fondue).
- Travel Party: 2 adults (4 dogs remain home in Cudahy with dedicated Rover care).
- Target Budget Range: $440 to $540 per person ($880 to $1,080 total party cost).
- Hotel Starting Point: Chalet Landhaus Inn (801 Hwy 69, New Glarus, WI 53574).
- Hotel Pet Policy: Selected rooms allow pets on request. 4 dogs remain comfortably home in Cudahy with dedicated Rover care.
- Home Pet Care (If Pets Stay Home): Rover.com Cudahy Pet Sitting Search ($130 to $170 nightly for 4 dogs).
Day by Day
Day 1: Saturday, Dec 26, 2026: Scenic Drive & Swiss Village Welcome
- 09:00 AM to 11:00 AM Winter Drive to Green County
- 11:00 AM to 12:30 PM New Glarus Brewing Depot Stop (218 Hoesly Dr, New Glarus, WI 53574) New Glarus Brewing Co
- 12:45 PM to 02:30 PM Tavern Lunch at Puempel's (18 6th Ave, New Glarus, WI 53574) Puempel's Olde Tavern
- 03:00 PM to 05:30 PM Check-In at Chalet Landhaus Inn (801 Hwy 69, New Glarus, WI 53574) Chalet Landhaus Inn
- 06:00 PM to 08:30 PM Adventsfenster Stroll & Fondue Dinner Chalet Landhaus Restaurant
Day 2: Sunday, Dec 27, 2026: Snow Trails & Swiss Alpine Culture
- 09:00 AM to 12:00 PM Winter Trek at New Glarus Woods (W5500 County Rd NN, New Glarus, WI 53574) New Glarus Woods State Park
- 12:30 PM to 02:30 PM Village Lunch & Depot Walk (418 Railroad St, New Glarus, WI 53574) Sugar River State Trail
- 02:30 PM to 05:00 PM Swiss Heritage Stroll Swiss Historical Village
- 06:00 PM to 08:30 PM Evening Window Reveal & Hearthside Dining Chalet Landhaus Inn
Day 3: Monday, Dec 28, 2026: Bakery Treats & Scenic Return Drive
- 09:00 AM to 10:00 AM Hotel Checkout Chalet Landhaus Inn
- 10:15 AM to 11:30 AM Morning Treats at New Glarus Bakery (534 1st St, New Glarus, WI 53574) New Glarus Bakery
- 11:30 AM to 01:30 PM Return Drive to Milwaukee (5300 S Howell Ave, Milwaukee, WI 53207) Milwaukee Mitchell International Airport
Costs
| Expense Category / Line Item | Provider / Venue | Exact Unit Price / Rate | Total Cost Range | Verified Booking / Info Link |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Traditional Swiss Lodging (2 Nights) | Chalet Landhaus Inn | $165 / night | $330 to $330 | Chalet Landhaus Booking |
| Travel Fuel (Personal Vehicle) | Wisconsin Fuel Stations | $4 / gallon (approx 12 gal) | $50 to $50 | Wisconsin Gas Averages |
| State Park & Trail Admission | New Glarus Woods State Park | $13 resident daily pass (2 days) | $26 to $26 | Wisconsin DNR Vehicle Admission |
| Swiss Fondue & Hearthside Dining | Chalet Landhaus Restaurant | $45 to $70 / person | $90 to $140 | Chalet Landhaus Dining |
| Historic Tavern Dining & Brews | Puempel's Olde Tavern | $30 to $45 / person | $60 to $90 | Puempel's Olde Tavern |
| Swiss Bakery Pastries & Coffee | New Glarus Bakery | $15 to $22 / person | $30 to $44 | New Glarus Bakery |
| Craft Beer Depot Package | New Glarus Brewing Co | $17 to $30 / person | $34 to $60 | New Glarus Brewing Depot |
| Home Pet Care (4 Dogs in Cudahy) | Rover.com Cudahy Pet Sitting Search | $130 to $170 / night | $260 to $340 | Rover Cudahy Pet Sitting |
| TOTAL (All-In Vacation Expenses for Party of 2) | Lodging + Fuel + Passes + Fondue + Tavern + Bakery + Beer + Rover | $440 to $540 / person | $880 to $1,080 total | New Glarus Chamber |