Give yourself a taste of Europe with our selection of inspiring midweek short breaks. Enjoy some of Europe's greatest towns and cities, as well as some of its hidden gems.
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Rothenburg, Ulm & Stuttgart Christmas Market
5 days
Stuttgart plays host to one of Europe's largest Christmas markets, with more than 200 delightfully decorated stalls. Ulm's cathedral is the focal point for its atmospheric Christmas market and a visit to Rothenburg's famous Christmas shop, a treasure trove of unique gifts and decorations, completes this wonderful holiday.
5 days from only £289 per person.
£289 per person.
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4 nights | from £289 |
Ostend and Northern France Christmas Markets
5 days
The magical Christmas Markets of France and Belgium are truly a sight to behold from the seasonal delights in Lille in the place Rihour, a paradise of lights and colour in Brussels and the festive charm of medieval Bruges.
5 days from only £299 per person.
£299 per person.
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4 nights | from £299 |
Lille, Arras and Amiens - European Christmas Market Breaks
5 days
Europe’s magical Christmas Markets are truly a sight to behold. Each offers the chance to pick up something a little bit different, with unusual handicrafts, local delicacies and delightful decorations. So why not treat someone special – or yourself – to a unique Christmas gift?
5 days from only £299 per person.
£299 per person.
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4 nights | from £299 |
Aachen, Cologne & Valkenburg Christmas Market
5 days
Discover the Christmas Markets in Aachen, Cologne and Valkenburg, each with their own style and atmosphere. The 'Christmas village' in Aachen offers a selection of stalls selling gifts, whilst the four Christmas Markets in Cologne are a delight to explore. The unique cave markets in Valkenburg are also well worth a visit.
5 days from only £309 per person.
£309 per person.
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4 nights | from £309 |
Trier and the Moselle Valley Christmas Market
5 days
The enchanting Trier Christmas Market is set on the medieval square in front of the imposing Cathedral. Historic Cochem and delightful Bernkastel-Kues on the Moselle are decked out with tradiational decorations amidst the half timbered houses and narrow winding streets so typical of the region.
5 days from only £309 per person.
£309 per person.
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4 nights | from £309 |
Festive Rhineland Markets
5 days
Enjoy a scenic rail journey to the perfectly preserved town of Limburg, and discover Koblenz, which hosts one of the Rhineland's largest markets with over 100 stalls. On our return journey we stop in Bonn.
5 days from only £309 per person.
£309 per person.
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4 nights | from £309 |
French & Belgian Christmas Markets
5 days
The magical Christmas Markets of France and Belgium are truly a sight to behold from the seasonal delights in Lille in the place Rihour, a paradise of lights and colour in Brussels and the festive charm of medieval Bruges.
5 days from only £319 per person.
£319 per person.
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4 nights | from £319 |
Ostend & Flemish Coast
5 days
Sandy beaches, picturesque promenade, well-kept gardens, restaurants and bars have made Ostend a firm favourite with British holiday-makers for years. It is the ideal base from which to explore the scenic Flemish coast, cross the border to nearby Sluis and to visit historic Bruges.
5 days from only £319 per person.
£319 per person.
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4 nights | from £319 |
LILLE & BRUSSELS FLOWER CARPET
5 days
Sit back relax, and let us whisk you away for a carefree holiday where you can enjoy the best, the very best the area has to offer. You can't beat a holiday with Shearings!
Hotel Des Acacias , Lille
5 days from only £319 per person.
£319 per person.
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4 nights | from £319 |
Cologne & Aachen - European Christmas Market Breaks
5 days
Europe’s magical Christmas Markets are truly a sight to behold. Each offers the chance to pick up something a little bit different, with unusual handicrafts, local delicacies and delightful decorations. So why not treat someone special – or yourself – to a unique Christmas gift?
5 days from only £339 per person.
£339 per person.
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4 nights | from £339 |
WORLD WAR I BATTLEFIELDS
5 days
Sit back relax, and let us whisk you away for a carefree holiday where you can enjoy the best, the very best the area has to offer. You can't beat a holiday with Shearings!
Hotel Des Acacias , Lille
5 days from only £359 per person.
£359 per person.
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4 nights | from £359 |
Dutch Delights
5 days
No trip to Holland is complete without visiting vibrant Amsterdam, packed with beautiful architecture and a host of attractions, including Anne Frank’s house. This holiday offers everything quintessentially Dutch; Delft pottery, windmills, cheese and even a visit to a diamond factory!
5 days from only £369 per person.
£369 per person.
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4 nights | from £369 |
Floriade
5 days
Book early to be a part of the unique World Horticultural Expo - Floriade! Over 2 million visitors are expected to flock to Venlo in 2012 to enjoy a truly international and cultural extravaganza - experience dazzling displays of the world's most exquisite flowers, plants, trees and fruit, as well as a host of innovative attractions.
5 days from only £379 per person.
£379 per person.
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4 nights | from £379 |
Bruges - Venice of the North
5 days
Step back in time and appreciate the delights of the medieval city of Bruges, with its enchanting narrow streets and alleys, tree-lined canals and splendid architecture. Bruges is the ideal base from which to explore the historic heart of Brussels and fascinating Ypres.
5 days from only £399 per person.
£399 per person.
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4 nights | from £399 |
Panoramic Paris
5 days
Paris, the city of lights, is a delightful and dazzling city that never fails to shine. The endless sights of the romantic French capital will leave you spoilt for choice for things to do, while the range of shops, bars, restaurants and cafés is unrivalled.
5 days from only £399 per person.
£399 per person.
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4 nights | from £399 |
Paris, Versailles and Monet's Garden
5 days
France contains a wealth of stunning palaces and gardens and this holiday offers arguably the most famous; the Palace and Gardens of Versailles and Monet's Garden at Giverny. This short break discovers Europe's most enchanting and romantic city.
5 days from only £399 per person.
£399 per person.
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Departing: East Midlands, North East, North West, South East, South West, West Midlands, Yorkshire
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4 nights | from £399 |
Discover Luxembourg
5 days
Discover one of Europe's best kept secrets from our base in the centre of Luxembourg City. Luxembourg boasts a large array of historical and cultural sights and picturesque spots. This hidden gem has a beautiful green and picturesque landscape of rolling hills.
5 days from only £399 per person.
£399 per person.
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4 nights | from £399 |
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