Christmas & New Year Tours in Europe
European Christmas markets are a real vibe! Enjoy Vienna's festive stalls, visit Prague's Old Town Square markets, discover Budapest's thermal baths and lights, tour Salzburg's Christmas atmosphere, and celebrate New Year in Europe's heart. Taste glühwein everywhere, see decorations that make North American efforts look amateur, and experience holiday traditions that go back centuries.
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Nazma • traveled in January, 2026
We had a great time. Thank you very much.
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Lesley • traveled in January
We enjoyed the New Year AMA cruise,especially the food,the pleasant ambiance on the boat and the friendly staff. Although the weather was not amazing,the organised trips were good and there was plenty of variety.The mixture of nationalities and age groups was a real bonus and we met many interesting people from all over the world. A better variety of evening entertainment would have made the experience even better. (For us ,too much loud music,especially on New Year’s Eve ,when we would have liked something rather more special than just a loud disco.) Generally though a very enjoyable experience to be recommended.
Christmas Markets on the Rhine 2026 - S
Sara • traveled in January, 2026
Great food and comfortable boat, a great way to see the sights with good excursion options. Only downside was Tour advertised as English only with Spanish on request however it was the opposite. Very Spanish heavy and had to request English language, Communication could be difficult to hear on the ship through the speakers as well.
Christmas or New Year Danube Cruise (Vienna-Vienna) MS Fidelio
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Europe Taster Christmas
22 Reviews by TourRadar travelers“Loved the locales, and the information he provided, and his attitude was top notch.”
Nathan, 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 $1,950
14% Off- US$1,685You save $265
European Christmas Markets featuring Prague, Vienna & Budapest (Prague to Budapest) (2027)
45 Reviews by TourRadar travelers
Duration 9 days Destinations Czech Republic, Germany, Austria, Slovakia, Hungary Age Range All Ages Welcome Operator Collette From
14% Off- US$3,599
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 Netherlands, Germany, France, Switzerland Age Range Ages 12+ Operator AmaWaterways From
14% Off- US$4,799+$250 upfront costs
Duration 11 days Destinations Hungary, Slovakia, Austria, Czech Republic, Germany Age Range Ages 8+ Operator Scenic Luxury Cruises & Tours From $7,165
8% Off- US$6,613You save $552
Celebrate Christmas or New Year on the Danube aboard MS Fidelio with stops at Vienna's Hofburg Imperial Palace and festive Christmas markets. You'll cruise the UNESCO Wachau Valley, visiting Melk's hilltop Benedictine Abbey and medieval Dürnstein where Richard the Lionheart was imprisoned.
Duration 8 days Destinations Austria, Hungary, Slovakia Age Range All Ages Welcome Operated in English, German, Spanish Operator Crucemundo From $1,741
50% Off- US$870+$122 upfront costsYou save $870
Three Baltic capitals shine during Christmas, from Vilnius' Cathedral Square to Riga's original Christmas tree location. Boxing Day unfolds in medieval Tallinn with candlelit monastery tours and marzipan painting. This eight-day festive journey includes three traditional holiday dinners.
Duration 8 days Destinations Lithuania, Latvia, Estonia Age Range Ages 16+ Operator Explore! From
50% Off- US$2,350
Duration 8 days Destinations Netherlands, Germany, France, Switzerland Age Range Ages 12+ Operator AmaWaterways From
50% Off- US$3,999+$280 upfront costs
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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."