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The European approach to the festive season is nothing short of magical! Whether it's attending a traditional carol concert in a beautiful English cathedral, experiencing a white Christmas in the Swiss Alps, shopping at sumptuous European Christmas markets or partaking in the Scottish Hogmanay New Year celebrations, there's something for everyone on our Christmas and New Year tours! 

European Christmas markets are possibly the biggest highlight of any Christmas and New Year break in Europe. You’ll find delightfully festive markets all over Europe, from Austria, Prague and Germany to Sweden, Belgium, England and more! The festive season truly is the best time to get an authentic taste of European culture. While on tour, the expert tour leaders at Expat Explore will make sure you get to visit the best markets, see festive Christmas decorations, and soak up the local culture. They’ll also organise a memorable night out to ring in the New Year!

Join us for a Christmas and New Year tour on one of our Europe winter breaks and you'll wonder why you ever stayed home over the festive season! Our Christmas and New Year tours range from 7 to 18 days and explore a wide range of top Europe destinations. Embrace the festive spirit in the UK & Ireland, discover the festive highlights of Eastern Europe, experience the beauty of Northern Europe, soak up the winter sun in Spain & Portugal and much more this Christmas!

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Europe Escape Christmas & New Year
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12 Days | 7 Countries

Europe Escape Christmas & New Year
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12 Days

Start:Rome

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7 Countries

Austria, France, Switzerland, Italy, Vatican City, Germany, The Netherlands, Belgium

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Europe Escape Christmas & New Year

12 Days | 7 Countries

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  • Celebrate Christmas in Amsterdam and ring in the New Year in Rome
  • Enjoy free days in Paris, the Swiss Alps and Rome 
  • Visit Burgundy, Florence, Innsbruck, and Ghent
  • Cruise along the canals of Amsterdam
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Austria, France, Switzerland, Italy, Vatican City, Germany, The Netherlands, Belgium

  • Experiences: 19
  • Meals Incl: 13
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Europe Highlights Christmas
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10 Days | 7 Countries

Europe Highlights Christmas
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10 Days

Start:Rome

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Italy, Austria, Germany, The Netherlands, Belgium, France, Switzerland

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Europe Highlights Christmas

10 Days | 7 Countries

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  • Celebrate Christmas in Amsterdam!
  • Explore Venice, Amsterdam, Florence, Munich and more
  • Cruise along the Rhine Valley and Amsterdam’s canals
  • Enjoy free days to explore Paris and the Swiss Alps
  • Visit Burgundy, Ghent and Innsbruck
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Italy, Austria, Germany, The Netherlands, Belgium, France, Switzerland

  • Experiences: 18
  • Meals Incl: 14
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  • Ages: 10 - 75+
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Europe Jewel Christmas & New Year
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14 Days | 11 Countries

Europe Jewel Christmas & New Year
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14 Days

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The Netherlands, Germany, Czech Republic, Slovakia, Hungary, Austria, Slovenia, Italy, Switzerland, France, Belgium

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Europe Jewel Christmas & New Year

14 Days | 11 Countries

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  • Celebrate Christmas Day in Prague and ring in the New Year in Switzerland
  • Local guided walking tours of Prague, Florence, Vienna and Ljubljana 
  • Amsterdam canal cruise and Rhine Valley river cruise
  • Visit Pisa, Venice and Budapest
  • Free days in Prague, the Swiss Alps and Paris
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The Netherlands, Germany, Czech Republic, Slovakia, Hungary, Austria, Slovenia, Italy, Switzerland, France, Belgium

  • Experiences: 23
  • Meals Incl: 20
  • Accommodation: 2, 3 & 4* hotels
  • Ages: 10 - 75+
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Northern Explorer Christmas & New Year
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18 Days | 10 Countries

Northern Explorer Christmas & New Year
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18 Days

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The Netherlands, Germany, Denmark, Norway, Sweden, Finland, Estonia, Latvia, Lithuania, Poland.

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Northern Explorer Christmas & New Year

18 Days | 10 Countries

Highlights
  • Wander through Christmas markets in Europe and visit the Baltic states and Scandinavia 
  • Locally guided tours through Oslo, Stockholm, Helsinki, Tallinn and Warsaw
  • Orientation tours of Copenhagen, Riga, Vilnius and Berlin
  • Experience Christmas and all the festivities in Helsinki, and ​Celebrate New Year’s Eve in Berlin
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The Netherlands, Germany, Denmark, Norway, Sweden, Finland, Estonia, Latvia, Lithuania, Poland.

  • Experiences: 32
  • Meals Incl: 24
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Spain & Portugal Christmas
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9 Days | 2 Countries

Spain & Portugal Christmas
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9 Days

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Spain, Portugal

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Spain & Portugal Christmas

9 Days | 2 Countries

Highlights
  • Visit the medieval town of Toledo, a UNESCO World Heritage Site
  • Explore Ronda, famous for its ‘Puente Nuevo’ (New Bridge)
  • Free days in Seville and Lisbon
  • Taste the fortified wine Port in Porto
  • Experience the Old Town of Salamanca
  • Celebrate Christmas Day in Seville!
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Spain, Portugal

  • Experiences: 16
  • Meals Incl: 12
  • Accommodation: 2, 3 & 4* hotels
  • Ages: 10 - 75+
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Europe Taster New Year
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7 Days | 6 Countries

Europe Taster New Year
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Europe Taster New Year

7 Days | 6 Countries

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  • Celebrate the New Year in the Swiss Alps
  • Explore Paris with a full free day
  • Visit Amsterdam and the Rhine Valley 
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France, Switzerland, Germany, The Netherlands, Belgium, United Kingdom

  • Experiences: 11
  • Meals Incl: 10
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Europe Christmas Taster
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7 Days | 6 Countries

Europe Christmas Taster
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France, Switzerland, Germany, The Netherlands, Belgium, United Kingdom

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Europe Christmas Taster

7 Days | 6 Countries

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  • Enjoy a white Christmas in the snowy Swiss Alps
  • Explore Paris with a full free day
  • Visit the beautiful Rhine Valley in Germany
  • Cruise through Amsterdam’s iconic canals and see the festive sights
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France, Switzerland, Germany, The Netherlands, Belgium, United Kingdom

  • Experiences: 11
  • Meals Incl: 10
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  • Ages: 10 - 75+
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UK & Ireland Christmas & New Year
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13 Days | 6 Countries

UK & Ireland Christmas & New Year
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13 Days

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England, Northern Ireland, Ireland, Scotland, Wales, United Kingdom

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UK & Ireland Christmas & New Year

13 Days | 6 Countries

Highlights
  • Celebrate Christmas in Dublin and Hogmanay (New Year's Eve) in Edinburgh
  • Experience the stunning scenery of the Scottish Highlands
  • Marvel at the beauty of Giant's Causeway and Cliffs of Moher
  • Visit the historic cities of Bath, York and Cambridge 
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England, Northern Ireland, Ireland, Scotland, Wales, United Kingdom

  • Experiences: 25
  • Meals Incl: 19
  • Accommodation: 2, 3 & 4* hotels
  • Ages: 10 - 75+
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Great Britain New Year
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7 Days | 4 Countries

Great Britain New Year
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England, Scotland, Wales, United Kingdom

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Great Britain New Year

7 Days | 4 Countries

Highlights
  • Celebrate Hogmanay (New Year's Eve) in Edinburgh
  • Visit historic cities of Cambridge and York
  • Explore Liverpool, home of The Beatles
  • Experience the Scottish Highlands
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England, Scotland, Wales, United Kingdom

  • Experiences: 18
  • Meals Incl: 10
  • Accommodation: 2, 3 & 4* hotels
  • Ages: 10 - 75+
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Great Britain Christmas
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Great Britain Christmas
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England, Scotland, Wales, United Kingdom

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Great Britain Christmas

7 Days | 4 Countries

Highlights
  • Enjoy Christmas Day in Edinburgh
  • Explore the Scottish Highlands
  • Visit Cambridge and York
  • Experience Liverpool; home of The Beatles
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England, Scotland, Wales, United Kingdom

  • Experiences: 18
  • Meals Incl: 10
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Taste of Italy New Year
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8 Days | 1 Country

Taste of Italy New Year
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Italy

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Taste of Italy New Year

8 Days | 1 Country

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  • Celebrate New Year’s Eve in Tuscany
  • Walking tour of Rome with an expert local guide
  • Photo stop at the Leaning tower of Pisa
  • Free days to explore Rome, Venice and Tuscany
  • Experience San Gimignano, Siena and Cinque Terre
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Italy

  • Experiences: 11
  • Meals Incl: 10
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  • Ages: 10 - 75+
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Taste of Italy Christmas
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Taste of Italy Christmas
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Italy

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Taste of Italy Christmas

8 Days | 1 Country

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  • Celebrate Christmas Day in colourful Cinque Terre and historic Pisa!
  • Tour Florence and enjoy a Florentine Christmas Eve dinner
  • Guided tours and free days in Rome and Venice
  • Visit San Gimignano and Siena in Tuscany
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Italy

  • Experiences: 11
  • Meals Incl: 10
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  • Ages: 10 - 75+
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Eastern Highlights Christmas & New Year
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11 Days | 7 Countries

Eastern Highlights Christmas & New Year
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11 Days

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Germany, Czech Republic, Poland, Slovakia, Hungary, Slovenia, Austria

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Eastern Highlights Christmas & New Year

11 Days | 7 Countries

Highlights
  • Celebrate Christmas Day in Prague and New Year's Eve in Ljubljana
  • Visit Budapest, Krakow and Prague, with free days to explore
  • Experience Nuremberg, Bratislava, Vienna and Salzburg
  • Dine in an authentic German beer hall and Viennese wine cellar
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Germany, Czech Republic, Poland, Slovakia, Hungary, Slovenia, Austria

  • Experiences: 16
  • Meals Incl: 15
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  • Ages: 10 - 75+
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