Christmas Market Breaks

38 tours from £269pp

Visiting the Christmas markets is by far the most enjoyable way to get into the festive spirit! Soak up the enchanting festive atmosphere as you make your way through the colourful stalls, browse handicrafts, unusual gifts and traditional delicacies, and then finish with gingerbread treats and a glass or two of mulled wine. Some of the world’s most famous and popular Christmas markets are included in our tours, including Cologne, Luxembourg and picturesque Salzburg.

Find your perfect Christmas market break below and book a fantastic getaway filled with festive cheer!

Join us as we celebrate this magical time of year in beautiful Whitby, combining your stay with a visit to historic York and its Christmas market.

  • 3 nights hotel with English breakfast
  • 3 evening meals including Christmas dinner with a complimentary glass of wine
  • Tea, coffee or mulled wine on arrival with a festive treat
  • One festive cream tea
  • One night live entertainment
  • Local joining points
  • Porterage at the hotel

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This tour combines the delights of Belgium, Germany and the Netherlands' Christmas Markets with lovely visits to Liege, Valkenburg and Aachen.

  • Four nights accommodation with continental breakfast
  • Visits to the Liege, Valkenburg & Aachen Christmas markets
  • Local departure by coach or Home Connect service
  • Convenient local joining points

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Visit two of Germany’s most popular Christmas markets on our Düsseldorf and Cologne Christmas Markets break. Enjoy your stay in a 4-star hotel.

  • 3 nights hotel with continental breakfast
  • Convenient local joining points

Departures:

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Combine an enchanting cruise along the elegant Rhine with visits to the magical Christmas markets of Cologne and Koblenz.

  • 3 nights cruise on a full-board basis
  • Welcome drink and Captain’s Gala Dinner
  • Services of a Cruise Manager and Cruise Director
  • Local joining points

Departures:

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Make your festive season magical with this fantastic Christmas market break to Ostend, enjoying the delights of Lille, Brussels and Bruges.

  • 4 nights hotel with continental breakfast
  • 4 evening meals
  • 5 drinks per person per day (wine, beer and soft drinks)
  • Porterage at hotel
  • Free local joining points

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Explore the magnificent Tyrol – Austria’s picture-perfect mountain region – on this fantastic Christmas markets break!

  • 6 nights hotel with continental breakfast
  • 4 evening meals
  • 3 packed lunches
  • House wine, draught beer, soft drinks, mineral water, tea and coffee included daily from 9.00 am – 10.00 pm (does not include spirits or drinks in the cellar-bar)
  • Porterage at the hotels
  • Local joining points

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Experience the very best of Scotland this festive season, with a stay in quaint Melrose and a visit to the magical city of Edinburgh.

  • 3 nights hotel with Scottish breakfast
  • 3 evening meals including Christmas dinner with a complimentary glass of wine
  • Tea, coffee or mulled wine on arrival with a festive treat
  • One festive cream tea
  • One night live entertainment
  • Local joining points
  • Porterage at the hotel

Departures:

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Get into the festive spirit early as we cruise along the Rhine, with ports of call at iconic cities and magical Christmas markets.

  • 4 nights cruise on a full-board basis
  • Welcome drink and Captain’s Gala Dinner
  • Services of a Cruise Manager and Cruise Director
  • Local joining points

Departures:

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Visit some of the best and most famous Belgian Christmas Markets, which add warm, festive cheer to these beautiful cities.

  • 4 nights hotel and continental breakfast
  • Visits to Bruges & Brussels Christmas markets
  • Convenient local joining points

Departures:

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One of the most popular Christmas markets in the UK, York Christmas Market attracts thousands of visitors from all over the country!

  • 4 nights hotel with English breakfast
  • 4 evening meals
  • Local joining points
  • Porterage at the hotel

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Discover traditional Weston-super-Mare in the most magical season of all, combining your stay with a visit to Bath and its Christmas market.

  • 3 nights hotel with English breakfast
  • 3 evening meals including Christmas dinner with a complimentary glass of wine
  • Tea, coffee or mulled wine on arrival with a festive treat
  • One festive cream tea
  • One night live entertainment
  • Local joining points
  • Porterage at the hotel

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Join us for a stay in the traditional coastal resort of Weston-super-Mare as it brims with festive cheer, enjoying a visit to vibrant Bristol.

  • 3 nights hotel with English breakfast
  • 3 evening meals including Christmas dinner with a complimentary glass of wine
  • Tea, coffee or mulled wine on arrival with a festive treat
  • One festive cream tea
  • One night live entertainment
  • Local joining points
  • Porterage at the hotel

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Make magical memories this festive season as we discover the enchanting Christmas markets of charming Rouen and gorgeous Caen.

  • 3 or 4 nights hotel with continental breakfast
  • 2 or 3 evening meals
  • Convenient local joining points

Departures:

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Germany’s Christmas markets are renowned all over the world, and where better to experience one than the capital of Berlin?

  • 6 nights hotel with continental breakfast
  • 1 evening meal
  • Porterage at hotel
  • Free local joining points

Departures:

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From our base on the banks of stunning Loch Lomond, we'll discover the festive delights of Glasgow and its magical Christmas market.

  • 3 nights hotel with Scottish breakfast
  • 3 evening meals including Christmas dinner with a complimentary glass of wine
  • Tea, coffee or mulled wine on arrival with a festive treat
  • One festive cream tea
  • One night live entertainment
  • Local joining points
  • Porterage at the hotel

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Make memories to treasure in the picturesque town of Tenby, combined with a visit to Swansea’s magical Christmas market.

  • 3 nights hotel with Welsh breakfast
  • 3 evening meals including Christmas dinner with a complimentary glass of wine
  • Tea, coffee or mulled wine on arrival with a festive treat
  • One festive cream tea
  • Local joining points
  • Porterage at the hotel

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For a fantastic short break filled with festive cheer and lots of shopping opportunities, join us as we make our way to Metz in France.

  • 4 nights hotel with continental breakfast
  • 3 evening meals
  • Porterage at hotel
  • Free local joining points

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Treat yourself to festive fun as we head to the Salzburg, Innsbruck and Munich Christmas markets, and enjoy Alpine scenery on the way!

  • 6 nights hotel with continental breakfast
  • 4 evening meals
  • Convenient local joining points

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Get away to scenic Pitlochry for the festive season, combining your magical escape with a visit to Perth and its wonderful Winter Festival Market.

  • 3 nights hotel with Scottish breakfast
  • 3 evening meals including Christmas dinner with a complimentary glass of wine
  • Tea, coffee or mulled wine on arrival with a festive treat
  • One festive cream tea
  • Local joining points
  • Porterage at the hotel

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The perfect way to get into the festive spirit! Explore beautiful Rüdesheim and the wonderful Rhine Valley Christmas Markets.

  • 4 nights hotel with continental breakfast
  • 3 evening meals
  • Porterage at the hotel
  • Local joining points

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Soak up the festive atmosphere of Paris and visit the capital's enchanting Christmas markets on this magical tour.

  • 3 nights hotel with continental breakfast
  • Porterage at the hotel
  • Local joining points

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Cologne and the Rhine Valley Christmas Markets Cruise – MS Serenade 1
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Get into the festive spirit early as we cruise along this mighty Rhine on this memorable tour, visiting Rüdesheim, Cologne and Koblenz.

  • 4 nights cruising on a full-board basis
  • Welcome drink and Captain's Gala Dinner
  • Complimentary tea, coffee and Wi-Fi
  • Services of a Cruise Manager and Cruise Director
  • Local joining points

Departures:

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Take in the festive delights of the pretty Llandudno and charming Chester in the most enchanting season of all on this memorable escape.

  • 3 nights hotel with Welsh breakfast
  • 3 evening meals including Christmas dinner with a complimentary glass of wine
  • Tea, coffee or mulled wine on arrival with a festive treat
  • One festive cream tea
  • One night live entertainment
  • Local joining points
  • Porterage at the hotel

Departures:

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Discover some of Germany’s finest Christmas markets, and browse unique gifts, sample delicious treats and make spectacular festive memories!

  • 6 nights hotel with continental breakfast
  • 4 evening meals
  • Porterage at the hotel
  • Local joining points

Departures:

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Join our tour to the heart of Germany, where we take in the seasonal scenery of Hannover and the beautiful Harz region.

  • 6 nights hotel with continental breakfast
  • 4 evening meals
  • Local joining points
  • Porterage at the hotel

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Discover the iconic Black Forest with us, famous for its pretty towns and villages, delicious gateaux and amazing scenery.

  • 6 nights hotel with continental breakfast
  • 4 evening meals
  • Local joining points
  • Porterage at the hotel

Departures:

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Visit beautiful Germany as it hosts the wonderful Christmas markets, and get into the festive season with like-minded others.

  • 6 nights hotel with continental breakfast
  • 4 evening meals
  • Porterage at the hotels
  • Local joining points

Departures:

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Get into the festive spirit on this fantastic break – the Dolomites feature some of the most beautiful mountain scenery in Italy!

  • 6 nights hotel with continental breakfast
  • 4 evening meals
  • Porterage at the hotels
  • Local joining points

Departures:

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Experience the seasonal charms of Weymouth and enjoy a visit to magical Bournemouth with its iconic Christmas Tree Wonderland.

  • 3 nights hotel with English breakfast
  • 3 evening meals including Christmas dinner with a complimentary glass of wine
  • Tea, coffee or mulled wine on arrival with a festive treat
  • One festive cream tea
  • One night live entertainment
  • Local joining points
  • Porterage at the hotel

Departures:

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Celebrate the most wonderful time of year with a festive break in Torquay, and discover the delights of Exeter with its popular Christmas market.

  • 3 nights hotel with English breakfast
  • 3 evening meals including Christmas dinner with a complimentary glass of wine
  • Tea, coffee or mulled wine on arrival with a festive treat
  • One festive cream tea
  • One night live entertainment
  • Local joining points
  • Porterage at the hotel

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Make memories to treasure on this magical festive escape staying in Exmouth, combining your trip with a visit to charming Exeter.

  • 3 nights hotel with English breakfast
  • 3 evening meals including Christmas dinner with a complimentary glass of wine
  • Tea, coffee or mulled wine on arrival with a festive treat
  • One festive cream tea
  • Local joining points
  • Porterage at the hotel

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Scarborough is the perfect base from which to discover the festive charm and Christmas markets of York.

  • 3 nights hotel with English breakfast
  • 3 evening meals including Christmas dinner with a complimentary glass of wine
  • Tea, coffee or mulled wine on arrival with a festive treat
  • One festive cream tea
  • One night live entertainment
  • Local joining points
  • Porterage at the hotel

Departures:

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Festive Cheer and Rhine Valley Christmas Markets Cruise – MS Serenade 1
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Set sail on a magical festive cruise as you meander along the idyllic waters of the Rhine and explore Europe's magical Christmas markets.

  • 3 nights cruising on a full-board basis
  • Welcome drink and Captain's Gala Dinner
  • Complimentary tea, coffee and Wi-Fi
  • Services of a Cruise Manager and Director
  • Local joining points

Departures:

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