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Browse through our selection of Christmas Markets below. Once you find one that appeals to you, click on the name of the break for more information..

Have fun with your Christmas shopping AND see fabulous European sights at the same time on a colourful Christmas Market break. These are centred on key historical landmarks of the host city and feature unusual gifts, traditional crafts and local delicacies.

Tour Name
Duration
Transport
Pickup Points
Prices
Category
Details
Bath Christmas Market and The Cotswolds
Bath Christmas Market and The Cotswolds
Enjoy a couple of festive days away on this great-value break. Combining fine food and gifts, family fun, entertainment and Bath's spectacular Christmas lights with a short tour of the lovely Cotswolds.
2 days
Coach
Multiple in England & Wales
From
£79.95
TOPAZ
Bath Christmas Market and The Cotswolds
Bronte Country and Haworth Christmas Markets
Surrounded by the rugged countryside of the Pennine Moors, the sleepy Yorkshire village of Haworth - one-time home of the famous Bronte sisters - is transformed at Christmastime.
2 days
Coach
Multiple in England & Wales
From
£79.95
TOPAZ
Bath Christmas Market and The Cotswolds
Durham Christmas Festival
Combine a visit to Durham's renowned Christmas Festival with a trip to beautiful and popular York, and you have the perfect Christmas shopping break.
2 days
Coach
Multiple in England & Wales
From
£79.95
TOPAZ
Edinburgh Christmas Shopping and Markets
Edinburgh Christmas Shopping and Markets
The 'Athens of the North' offers a perfect pre-Christmas mix of sights, shops and two wonderful Christmas markets.
2 days
Coach
Multiple in England & Wales
From
£79.95
TOPAZ
Lincoln Christmas Market
Lincoln Christmas Market
Give your Christmas shopping campaign a head start at Lincoln's famous and much-loved Christmas Market.
2 days
Coach
Multiple in England & Wales
From
£79.95
TOPAZ
Winchester Cathedral Christmas Markets
Winchester Cathedral Christmas Markets
The beautiful city of Winchester is home to one of England's most popular Christmas Markets. Set around the Cathedral's historic Inner Close.
2 days
Coach
Multiple in England & Wales
From
£79.95
TOPAZ
York Christmas Fayre
York Christmas Fayre
Get your Christmas shopping off to a flying start with this overnight break to the hugely popular St Nicholas Christmas Fayre in the heart of historic York.
2 days
Coach
Multiple in England & Wales
From
£79.95
TOPAZ
London Christmas Shopper
London Christmas Shopper
Kick-start your Christmas shopping with this fabulous festive break to the capital. Stay in a four-star, centrally located hotel, enjoy a guided sightseeing tour of some of London's must-see attractions.
2 days
Coach
Multiple in England & Wales
From
£89
TOPAZ
Ludlow Medieval Fayre
Ludlow Medieval Fayre
Ludlow Castle is the perfect setting for the fun-filled Ludlow Medieval Christmas Fayre. Festooned with seasonal greenery, and bustling with jesters and entertainers.
2 days
Coach
Multiple in England & Wales
From
£89.95
TOPAZ
 Christmas At Chatsworth
Christmas At Chatsworth
Each Christmas, Chatsworth House sparkles with lights, candles and artfully arranged decorations. With carol singers, brass bands and a seasonal gift sale.
2 days
Coach
Multiple in England & Wales
From
£99
TOPAZ
Warwick Castle and Worcester Christmas Fayre
Warwick Castle and Worcester Christmas Fayre
Warwick Castle always captures the imagination, but at Christmastime it is especially magnificent. Watch traditional decorations being made and hung in the Great Hall and State Rooms.
2 days
Coach
Multiple in England & Wales
From
£99
TOPAZ
Bath Christmas Market and The Cotswolds
Blenheim Christmas Crafts
See Blenheim Palace - magnificent home to the 11th Duke and Duchess of Marlborough and birthplace of Sir Winston Churchill - in all its Christmas glory.
2 days
Coach
Multiple in England & Wales
From
£99.95
TOPAZ
Brussels & Bruges Christmas Markets
Browse around the pretty stalls selling array of handmade Christmas decorations, gifts, chocolates and lace as well as tasty local delicacies and warming glasses of glühwein.
3 days
Coach
London/M25
From £149
BRONZE
Lille Christmas Markets
Lille - the Home of the largest and most exciting Christmas Market in Northern France. There's much on offer, over 50 market stalls selling original gifts and delicacies to nibble, exhibitions and concerts providing entertainment.
3 days
Coach
London/M25
From £159
BRONZE
Cologne, Bruges & Aachen Christmas Markets
Enjoy traditional festive cheer in Bavarian Nuremberg, which hosts one of the largest Christmas markets in Germany.
3/4 days
Coach
Over 400 in England & Wales
From £169
SILVER
Brussels & Bruges Christmas Markets
The Brussels Christmas markets occupy the charming areas of the old town. See them and a selection of other festive destinations.
3/4 days
Coach
Over 400 in England & Wales
From £169
SILVER
Valkenburg Christmas Markets
Surrounding the town are many miles of caves created through years of mining for stone. During the Christmas period
3 days
Coach
London/M25
From £169
BRONZE
Cologne Christmas Markets
Cologne Christmas Markets are amoungst Germany's finest making this tour a true shopping extravaganza! Weave your way around the stalls which cover the city. Be sure to take in some of the famous sights.
3 days
Coach
London/M25
From £169
BRONZE
Rochester & the Dickensian Christmas Markets
Rochester & the Dickensian Christmas Markets
Every year Charles Dickens' Victorian England comes alive
at the Rochester Dickensian Christmas Markets.
4 days
Coach
London/M25
From £189
BRONZE
Luxembourg & Trier Christmas Markets
In Luxembourg, you can expect to find locally produced arts and crafts and of course, plenty of food and drink to warm you from inside.
4 days
Coach
London/M25
From £199
BRONZE
Ostend, Bruges & Valkenburg Christmas Markets
Ostend is famous for its skating rink built around the main square giving that extra Christmas feel to the markets.
4 days
Coach
London/M25
From £199
BRONZE
Rudesheim & Koblenz Christmas Markets
Kick-start your Christmas festivities with a festive visit to two of Germany's finest Christmas Markets
4 days
Coach
London/M25
From £199
BRONZE
4 Star Dusseldorf Christmas Markets
Explore the festive stalls and go shopping in the elegant boutiques of the great Rhineland cities of Cologne and Düsseldorf.
4 days
Coach
Over 400 in England & Wales
From £219
SILVER
Paris Christmas Markets
Explore the charm of the French capital at this most special time of year.
4 days
Coach
Over 400 in England & Wales
From £219
SILVER
Medieval Amiens Christmas Markets
Spend time in two great cathedral cities with their charming Christmas markets.
4 days
Coach
Over 400 in England & Wales
From £239
SILVER
Prague Christmas Markets
Prague Christmas Markets
Join us for a Christmas markets break that's guaranteed to warm your heart. Fly to Prague to enjoy the delightful stalls of the Christmas Markets in Wenceslas Square.
4 days
Air
Regional Airports
From £239
TOPAZ
Magical Markets of the Rhine Valley
Spend time exploring the Drosselgasse in Rüdesheim, the Romerplatz in Frankfurt and the Altstadt in Cologne for a truly memorable Christmas market experience!
4/5 days
Coach
Over 400 in England & Wales
From £249
SILVER
Rhine Christmas Markets Cruise
Experience the enchanting Rhineland region at this most magical time of year on our new Christmas markets cruises.
4/5 days
Coach
Over 400 in England & Wales
From £249
SILVER
Magical Austrian Tyrol Christmas Markets
Experience the beautiful mountain scenery of the Austrian Tyrol, savouring the festive celebrations in Salzburg and Innsbruck, on this fabulous Alpine holiday.
6 days
Coach
Over 400 in England & Wales
From £259
SILVER
Valkenburg Christmas Markets
Enjoy a three or four-night stay in the ever-popular Dutch town of Valkenburg, experiencing Christmas markets with a difference - staged in the illuminated municipal caves!
4/5 days
Coach
Over 400 in England & Wales
From £269
SILVER
Cologne Christmas Markets
Cologne Christmas Markets
Cologne at Christmas is a uniquely festive place. Christmas markets spring up in half a dozen locations, including the narrow streets of the old town, and offer a plethora of seasonal gifts, trinkets and decorations.
4 days
Air
Regional Airports
From £279
TOPAZ
Berlin Christmas Markets
Berlin Christmas Markets
Visit Berlin, the vibrant German capital. Here some 50 Christmas markets offer traditional festive wares, seasonal delicacies and unusual Christmas goods.
4 days
Air
Regional Airports
From £289
TOPAZ
Jersey Christmas Markets
Jersey Christmas Markets
The Channel Island of Jersey is an especially wonderful place to visit in December. The island is often bathed in the winter sunshine for which it is well known.
4 days
Air
Regional Airports
From £289
TOPAZ
4 Star Cologne Christmas Markets
Combine a visit to the scenic Rhine Valley with a Christmas markets experience to remember in the cathedral-city of Cologne.
4 days
Coach
Over 400 in England & Wales
From £299
SILVER
Cruising the Rhine Valley Christmas Markets
Enjoy a wonderful 4 or 5-day Rhine Cruise experience aboard the MS Rhine Princess
4/5 days
Coach
Over 400 in England & Wales
From £299
SILVER
Munich Christmas Markets
Munich Christmas Markets
Visit the Christmas markets of Munich, and discover the festive fun of the Christmas season as celebrated in the Bavarian capital.
4 days
Air
Regional Airports
From £299
TOPAZ
Switzerland Christmas Markets
Switzerland Christmas Markets
Few countries exude the magic of wintertime more than the Alpine paradise of Switzerland, where snow-capped mountains, cosy wooden chalets, and colourful towns and villages create a marvellous festive atmosphere.
4 days
Air
Regional Airports
From £299
TOPAZ
Barcelona Christmas Markets
Barcelona Christmas Markets
The great Olympic city on the shore of the Mediterranean may not offer Bavarian 'Christkindl' Christmas markets charm, but what it lacks in snow, it more than makes up for in stylish shopping.
4 days
Air
Regional Airports
From £299
TOPAZ
4 Star Belgium - for Ladies Only
Relax in good company, with the added bonus of your onboard Beauty Therapist to provide a little extra pampering.
4 days
Coach
Over 400 in England & Wales
From £319
SILVER
Heidelberg Christmas Markets
Experience the unique flavours and contrasts of the German Christmas markets in Heidelberg, and the French Christmas markets in Strasbourg.
6 days
Coach
Over 400 in England & Wales
From £349
SILVER
Christmas Markets Rhine Cruise For Ladies Only
Experience the enchanting Rhineland region at this most magical time of year.
4 days
Coach
Over 400 in England & Wales
From £349
SILVER
Christmas Markets of the Italian Alps
Christmas Markets of the Italian Alps
Join us in the scenic Dolomites for a festive holiday on which you'll discover the delightful Christmas Markets at Bolzano and Merano, and discover a part-Italian, part-Austrian land.
5 days
Air
Regional Airports
From £349
TOPAZ
Salzburg, Munich & Innsbruck Christmas Markets
A wonderful winter tour featuring three great Alpine cities and superb European Christmas markets, which offer a selection of festive gifts and seasonal cheer.
7 days
Coach
Over 400 in England & Wales
From £359
SILVER
Medieval Hannover Christmas Markets
New for 2008, enjoy the delights of medieval Hannover, which takes on an even more charming atmosphere at this special time of year.
6 days
Coach
Over 400 in England & Wales
From £359
SILVER
Copenhagen Christmas Markets
Copenhagen Christmas Markets
The stylish, historic Danish capital, one of Europe's most vibrant, modern cities, puts on a special show with its Christmas Markets.
4 days
Air
Regional Airports
From £359
TOPAZ
Berlin, Potsdam & Dresden Christmas Markets
Enjoy the festive atmosphere and great sightseeing in these spectacular German cities.
7 days
Coach
Over 400 in England & Wales
From £399
SILVER
Medieval Prague & Rothenburg
Combine the delights of the Czech capital, with medieval Rothenburg-ob-der-Taube,.
7 days
Coach
Over 400 in England & Wales
From £489
SILVER
Christmas Markets of the Trentino Dolomites
An all-inclusive holiday taking in the charm of the Christmas markets of the Trentino region..
7 days
Coach
Over 400 in England & Wales
From £499
SILVER
Christmas Markets & Shopping in Milan & Lake Como
A new holiday combining the delights of idyllic Lake Como and our All-Inclusive hotel.
7 days
Coach
Over 400 in England & Wales
From £499
SILVER
Brussels by Eurostar
Enjoy time at leisure in Brussels, experiencing the style of 4-star accommodation.
4 days
Eurostar
St Pancras
From £239
SILVER
The Festive Markets of Yorkshire
The Festive Markets of Yorkshire
Soak up the festive atmosphere in 'God's own county' on this exciting pre-Christmas break.
5 days
Train
Harrogate
From £255
GOLD
Lille Christmas Markets by Eurostar
Travel by Eurostar, direct to Lille, and enjoy two full days to explore the Christmas markets in search of festive bargains!
4 days
Eurostar
St Pancras
From £259
SILVER
Manchester Christmas Markets
As the cultural hub of the North West, Manchester boasts a myriad of absorbing sights, along with eight fantastic Christmas Markets.
5 days
Train
Manchester
From £265
DIAMOND
The Christmas Markets of Bruges & Lille
The Christmas Markets of Bruges & Lille
Savour the delights of two wonderful Christmas Markets, in medieval Bruges and bustling Lille. Delicious regional specialities and unique gifts await.
4 days
Eurostar
St Pancras
From £275
GOLD
Liège & Valkenburg Christmas Markets
Join us and visit Christmas Markets in Belgium and the Netherlands, including the magical underground grotto in Valkenburg.
4 days
Eurostar
St Pancras
From £295
GOLD
Cologne & Rüdesheim Christmas Markets
A perfect opportunity to enjoy the traditional Christmas Markets in Cologne and charming Rüdesheim.
4 days
Eurostar
St Pancras
From £325
GOLD
Yorkshire Christmas Market
Based in the spa town of Harrogate, experience the Christmas Markets in York, enjoy two vintage steam rail journeys.
5 days
Train
Harrogate
From £335
DIAMOND
Christmas Markets of the Moselle
Join us and experience the wonders of the Christmas Markets in the picturesque riverside towns of Trier and Cochem.
4 days
Eurostar
St Pancras
From £335
GOLD
Prague Christmas Markets
Genuinely quaint and good value, too.
5 days
Air
Regional Airports
From £339
SILVER
Canterbury and Kent Christmas Markets
Known for its old-world charm and magnificent cathedral, Canterbury is the perfect setting for our exploration of Kent.
5 days
Train
Canterbury
From £349
DIAMOND
Christmas Market Cruise
Visit the magical Christmas markets in Mainz, Koblenz and Cologne. With traditional settings in stunning towns and cities along the Rhine.
4 days
Air
Regional Airports
From £349
PEARL
Cologne Christmas Markets
Travel in style in your reserved seat to Cologne to see the city's variety of Christmas markets.
4 days
Eurostar
St Pancras
From £349
SILVER
Berlin Christmas Markets
Explore the German capital with is fascinating world famous sights.
4 days
Air
Regional Airports
From £349
SILVER
Luxembourg & Trier Christmas Markets
Uncover the Grand Duchy of Luxembourg’s quaint Christmas Markets,and discover Trier in Germany’s Moselle Valley – its true that the best things really do come in small packages!
4 days
Eurostar
St Pancras
From £358
GOLD
Dijon Christmas Market
Discover the illustrious heritage of Dijon, capital of Burgundy whilst enjoying the atmosphere of the local festivities. Explore the local region and sample its fine wines.
4 days
Eurostar
St Pancras
From £395
GOLD
Cologne's Wonderful Markets
Festive Cologne has six bustling markets to choose from - including a floating one. Sample local bratwurst, beers and mulled wine, whilst musicians and acrobats provide lively entertainment.
4 days
Eurostar
St Pancras
From £420
DIAMOND
Markets of Luxembourg & Metz
It's true - the best things do come in small packages! We uncover the Grand Duchy's seasonal highlights, castles and wines and also pay a visit to the Christmas Market in nearby Metz.
5 days
Eurostar
St Pancras
From £450
DIAMOND
Markets of the Moselle Valley
This winter, come with us to the historic town of Trier, the quaint old wine village of Bernkastel-Kues and postcard-pretty Cochem: three festive riverside towns absolutely brimming with Christmas cheer!
5 days
Eurostar
St Pancras
From £465
DIAMOND
Rhine Christmas Markets Cruise
Cruise through the Rhineland, discovering charming towns as they gear up for the Christmas season, their Christmas Markets glowing with holiday cheer.
4/5 days
Eurostar
St Pancras
From £485
GOLD
Christmas Markets of Bruges & Lille
Christmas Markets of Bruges & Lille
Absorb the exciting festive atmosphere, special gifts and tasty regional specialities on this Christmas markets rail holiday.
4 days
Eurostar
St Pancras
From £485
DIAMOND
Munich & Bavarian Christmas Markets
Discover beautiful Bavaria on this fantastic pre-Christmas rail holiday. We visit Munich, Bavaria's vibrant capital, before seeing Rothenburg ob der Tauber and Ulm.
5 days
Eurostar
St Pancras
From £545
GOLD
Bavarian Christmas Markets
Sample the sights and smells of three Bavarian Christmas markets. Würzburg is set within Baroque splendour, Rothenburg has a charming medieval townscape and Nuremberg is arguably Germany's most famous Christmas Market.
5 days
Eurostar
St Pancras
From £575
DIAMOND
Harz Mountains Christmas Markets
From our base in Hahnenklee, sample two of northern Germany’s most charming Christmas Markets in quaint squares surrounded by half-timbered buildings – a truly timeless, festive Advent scene.
5 days
Eurostar
St Pancras
From £575
GOLD
Christmas Markets of the Black Forest
Get into the Christmas spirit on this delightful break to the Black Forest. Our trip takes in an atmospheric carriage ride and the Christmas Markets of Freiburg and Gengenbach.
5 days
Eurostar
St Pancras
From £595
GOLD
Three Countries Markets
Compare the lights, sounds and smells of Christmas Markets in three different countries: Belgium's largest, Liège; joyful Aachen in Germany; and in Holland, Valkenburg's unique markets in grottoes beneath the town.
5 days
Eurostar
St Pancras
From £598
DIAMOND
Rhineland Market Cruise
Cruising through the Rhineland - what a romantic way to explore this region and uncover the many picture-book towns, their splendid Christmas Markets warmly glowing with yuletide spirit.
4/5 days
Eurostar
St Pancras
From £620
DIAMOND
Cologne & Bonn Premium
Sample the sights, sounds and smells of Cologne and Bonn's festive markets from the historic 5-star Dom Hotel. Enjoy a warming glühwein on the hotel's balcony overlooking the cathedral and the markets of Roncalliplatz.
4 days
Eurostar
St Pancras
From £650
DIAMOND
Basel, Zürich & the Black Forest
Soak up the Christmas spirit on this superb break discovering Switzerland's largest Christmas market in Basel, the unusual indoor market at Zürich train station, and the winter magic of the Black Forest.
5 days
Eurostar
St Pancras
From £675
DIAMOND
Cologne Premium Markets
A luxurious break with plenty of opportunity to eat, drink and be merry. Shop for traditional wood toys, candles, decorations and local provender and enjoy a river cruise to the wine town of Rüdesheim.
4 days
Eurostar
St Pancras
From £775
DIAMOND
Harz Mountains Christmas Markets
The Harz Mountains' timeless towns and landscapes are perfect for a taste of Advent tradition in Germany. Visit three Christmas markets, two UNESCO listed Old Towns and enjoy an exhilarating steam train ride to the peak of Brocken.
6 days
Eurostar
St Pancras
From £798
DIAMOND
Danube Christmas Markets
Discover the festive magic and tradition of charming towns and cities along the River Danube as you cruise from Nuremberg in Bavaria through the Wachau Valley in Austria to elegant Budapest on board a 5-star ship.
8 days
Eurostar
St Pancras
From £990
DIAMOND

 

 


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