Christmas & New Year Tours in Europe
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10 best Christmas & New Year Europe tour packages
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- Europe Taster Christmas
- Europe Christmas Markets: Munich to Budapest
- Festive Christmas Markets with Magnificent Europe Berlin → Amsterdam (2027)
- European Christmas Markets featuring Prague, Vienna & Budapest (Prague to Budapest) (2026)
- Christmas Markets on the Rhine 2026
- Danube Christmas Markets with Prague 2026|2027 - 11 Days (from Budapest to Prague)
- Christmas Markets on the Rhine 2026 Start Basel, End Amsterdam
- Danube Christmas Delights Budapest to Passau
- Christmas on the Rhine Basel to Amsterdam
- Christmas on Danube - MS Albertina
Europe Taster Christmas
21 Reviews by TourRadar travelers“Fabulous tour of extremely good value. We had a wonderful time and could not rate this Expat Tour more highly.”
Annette, traveled in December
Ring in Christmas Eve in a Swiss mountain village and spend Christmas Day at Jungfraujoch's Ice Palace. Paris dazzles with festive lights, while the Rhine Valley and Amsterdam's canals sparkle with winter charm. The tour features holiday-themed dinners and seasonal activities.
Duration 7 days Destinations England, France, Switzerland, Germany, Netherlands, Belgium Age Range Ages 10+ Operator Expat Explore Travel From $3,000
19% Off- NZ$2,431You save $570
Europe Christmas Markets: Munich to Budapest
1 Review by TourRadar travelers“Great markets, wonderful food and drink, beautiful city. We ended in Budapest where the rain drove me into the thermal baths for the day.”
Marilyn, traveled in December
Europe's most charming Christmas markets await, from Munich's Kripperlmarkt to Budapest's Vorosmarty Square. Alpine concerts fill Munich's Town Hall, traditional treats tempt at Salzburg's Cathedral Square, while Vienna boasts 12 distinct festive markets.
Duration 8 days Destinations Germany, Austria, Hungary Age Range Ages 15+ Operator Intrepid Travel From $4,190
25% Off- NZ$3,143You save $1,048
Duration 22 days Destinations Germany, Czech Republic, Hungary, Austria, Slovakia, Netherlands Age Range Ages 8+ Operator APT From
25% Off- NZ$21,300+$1,983 upfront costs
European Christmas Markets featuring Prague, Vienna & Budapest (Prague to Budapest) (2026)
45 Reviews by TourRadar travelers
Duration 9 days Destinations Czech Republic, Germany, Austria, Slovakia, Hungary Age Range All Ages Welcome Operator Collette From $5,449
9% Off- NZ$4,949You save $500
The magic of European Christmas Markets unfolds from Strasbourg's historic Christkindelsmarik to Cologne's festive bazaar. Baden-Baden radiates romantic holiday charm, while Rüdesheim showcases international traditions, with seasonal specialties at each market stop.
Duration 8 days Destinations Switzerland, Germany, France, Netherlands Age Range Ages 12+ Operator AmaWaterways From
9% Off- NZ$7,396+$430 upfront costs
Duration 11 days Destinations Hungary, Slovakia, Austria, Czech Republic, Germany Age Range Ages 12+ Operator Scenic Luxury Cruises & Tours From $7,995
16% Off- NZ$6,695You save $1,300
The Rhine's Christmas Markets shine during this 8-day voyage. Strasbourg's historic Christkindelsmarik, Baden-Baden's festive stalls, and Cologne's renowned market await. Luxury river ship accommodations include seasonal specialties.
Duration 8 days Destinations Switzerland, Germany, France, Netherlands Age Range Ages 12+ Operator AmaWaterways From
16% Off- NZ$6,882+$422 upfront costs
Holiday traditions flourish at Budapest's Vörösmarty Square, Vienna's Schönbrunn market, and Bratislava's Old Town. Viking's luxury ships cruise past illuminated riverbanks while festive concerts and seasonal delicacies delight passengers.
Duration 8 days Destinations Hungary, Slovakia, Austria, Germany Age Range Ages 18+ Operator Viking Cruises From $16,087
17% Off- NZ$13,367You save $2,720
Duration 8 days Destinations Switzerland, Germany, France, Netherlands Age Range Ages 18+ Operator Viking Cruises From
17% Off- NZ$7,587
Christmas on Danube - MS Albertina
16 Reviews by TourRadar travelers“The boats we've sailed in were both clean. The food being served were excellent.”
Rosalie, traveled in December
Duration 7 days Destinations Austria, Hungary, Slovakia Age Range All Ages Welcome Operated in English, Spanish Operator Crucemundo From $2,848
30% Off- NZ$1,994+$211 upfront costsYou save $854
What people love about Christmas & New Year Tours in Europe
- Europe Taster Christmas
An amazing company to travel with. The coach was clean and very comfortable. Garry the driver was very friendly and a great driver. And gayle is fantastic full of knowledge and very helpful. I think it's safe to say I will be booking my next tour with expat in the very near future.
- Christmas on Danube - MS Albertina
Food was good. Personnel good. Cruise Director very good. The ship a little old and run down.
Luke was an absolutely fabulous tour guide on our Scandinavian Escape Tour! He was very knowledgeable, interactive, fun, organized, patient, helpful and always tried to ensure that we got the most out of each experience, like facilitating a quick dip in the icy Norwegian waters whilst visiting an old fishing village, and taking us off the beaten track for gorgeous island and sunset views! He was very inclusive and took care of everyone and made sure everyone got to where they wanted to go, never leaving anyone in the lurch, even if some didn't opt for the additional excursion, Luke would also make sure they got to see the most out of their day and assisted generously with transport, directions & suggestions to make that happen! Great positive energy 24/7 and always cracking jokes to keep us laughing! Will miss his contagious laugh too! I really hope I get Luke on my next Expat Tour because he really is one of the best out there! All the best, Tanya
Scandinavian Escape Christmas
What our customers ask about Christmas & New Year Tours in Europe
What are the most magical Christmas markets to visit during a Europe Christmas & New Year tour?
Europe's historic cities come alive with traditional Christmas markets in December. The grounds of Vienna's Schönbrunn Palace feature local artisans selling handmade crafts while the Rathaus market draws visitors with its seasonal Austrian delicacies. In Bratislava the Old Town square of Hlavné námestie transforms into a festive gathering spot where locals and tourists browse wooden stalls. Budapest's Vorosmarty Square hosts one of Europe's oldest markets where visitors can sample traditional mulled wine and shop for authentic gifts. As one TourRadar traveler noted: "The Christmas markets in Vienna were absolutely magical - the perfect combination of tradition festive food and unique gifts."