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Christmas Breaks

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An unforgettable Christmas break

Discover our collection of Christmas breaks and festive holidays across the UK and Europe, from magical Christmas market city escapes to relaxing winter getaways in spectacular scenery. Whether you're dreaming of a snowy alpine retreat, a cosy countryside celebration, or a winter sun escape, our Christmas holidays offer the perfect way to celebrate the most wonderful time of the year.

Our festive tours include enchanting Christmas market breaks, scenic winter holidays and traditional Christmas celebrations in beautiful destinations. From short Christmas breaks in historic European cities to relaxing festive escapes surrounded by dramatic natural landscapes, each holiday is designed to make the season truly special.

If you love the sparkle of Christmas markets, you can discover the seasonal charm of Vienna’s famous Christmas markets or soak up the festive atmosphere in Budapest, the Pearl of the Danube. Twinkling lights, traditional treats and beautifully decorated squares create an unforgettable festive setting.

Prefer to stay closer to home? Our UK Christmas breaks offer relaxing festive escapes in beautiful surroundings. Explore the enchanting landscapes of the Scottish Highlands, where dramatic scenery and seasonal traditions provide the perfect setting for a memorable celebration.

For breathtaking winter scenery, Norway’s spectacular western fjords provide an unforgettable Christmas backdrop, while the Italian Dolomites offer dramatic alpine vistas, charming mountain villages and a magical festive atmosphere.

Looking for a little winter sunshine? Escape to the Mediterranean with a Christmas holiday in Malta, where mild weather, historic towns and festive celebrations offer a relaxing alternative to the winter chill.

Music lovers can also enjoy a special festive experience with a magical Christmas concert featuring André Rieu in Maastricht, combining world-class music with the charm of Europe’s winter markets.

With expertly planned itineraries, comfortable accommodation and festive meals included, our Christmas holidays provide a relaxed and stress-free way to celebrate. Wherever you choose to spend the season, our Christmas breaks promise unforgettable experiences filled with festive cheer, beautiful scenery and special moments to treasure.

European Festive Breaks

Christmas in the Slovenian Alps
Slovenia, Austria, Croatia
A festive two-country winter experience through Slovenia and Austria, with the option to extend your journey into Croatia. Festive City / Central
  • Unwind in a winter wonderland staying in the pretty resort town of Kranjska Gora, close to Slovenia’s Italian and Austrian borders
  • Set off on a festive Ljubljana city tour, exploring its Baroque old town and riverside Christmas markets
  • Wander around the Villach Christmas market and the riverside promenade, backed by beautiful alpine scenery
  • 6 days from £1,428 pp

    was £1,785 pp

    Flights included
  • Dates Available

    22 December 2026

  • Duration

    6 days

  • Depart From

    11 airports

  • Excursions & Visits

    2 included

  • Meals

    11 included

Christmastime in the Austrian Tyrol
Austria
Escape to the Austrian Tyrol this Christmas with Newmarket Holidays. Enjoy a guided tour, 3-course lunch, and unforgettable experiences. Fly Local Festive
  • A tour of Innsbruck and time to explore its Christmas Markets
  • Toast the festive season with Gluhwein and a festive meal on Christmas Eve
  • A visit to St Anton on Christmas morning
  • 6 days from £1,687 pp

    was £2,109 pp

    Flights included
  • Dates Available

    22 December 2026

  • Duration

    6 days

  • Depart From

    8 airports

  • Excursions & Visits

    2 included

  • Meals

    11 included

Christmas in the Italian Dolomites
Italy
Immerse in the magic of the Italian Dolomites this Christmas with Newmarket Holidays. Visit Merano, tour the Dolomites, and book your trip now! Festive Scenery & Nature
  • Spend a wonderful Christmas in the Italian Dolomites
  • Christmas Eve visit to Merano and Bolzano, followed by a special dinner at the hotel
  • Included excursion to Trento and Riva del Garda
  • 6 days from £1,268 pp

    was £1,585 pp

    Flights included
  • Dates Available

    22 December 2026

  • Duration

    6 days

  • Depart From

    3 airports

  • Excursions & Visits

    3 included

  • Meals

    11 included

 Albufeira, Algarve, Portugal
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Christmas on the Algarve
Portugal
Enjoy some winter sun with our holiday to Portugal's sunny Algarve this Christmas. The trip includes flights and accommodation as well as day trips to Lisbon and more. Fly Local Beach & Coast
  • Discover the authentic Algarve on Christmas Eve with included excursions to Faro and its historic fishing towns, Tavira and Olhao
  • On Boxing Day, experience the magic of Lisbon, adorned with lights and decorations, as well as the Christmas markets
  • Book an optional excursion to Cape St. Vincent, the southwestern most point of mainland Europe, and the charming coastal town of Lagos
  • 8 days from £1,292 pp

    was £1,615 pp

    Flights included
  • Dates Available

    21 December 2026

  • Duration

    8 days

  • Depart From

    5 airports

  • Excursions & Visits

    2 included

  • Meals

    14 included

1920 Adobestock 242004661 Lake Bled Winter, Slovenia
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Christmas on Lake Bled
Slovenia
Spend Christmas on Lake Bled with Newmarket Holidays. Enjoy a light show, visit Ljubljana's markets, and stunning scenery. Book now and make memories! Festive Scenery & Nature
  • View the Legend of the Sunken Bell light show
  • Soak up the festive atmosphere at Lake Bled
  • Visit Ljubljana, and browse the Christmas market
  • 6 days from £1,565 pp

    was £1,842 pp

    Flights included
  • Dates Available

    22 December 2026

  • Duration

    6 days

  • Depart From

    11 airports

  • Excursions & Visits

    1 included

  • Meals

    11 included

Oberwiesenthal, Saxony
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All-inclusive Christmas in Saxony
Germany
Soak up a collection of enchanting mid-winter highlights on an all-inclusive Christmas getaway to Saxony, including a magical train ride on Fichtelberg Railway. Festive All-inclusive
  • Marvel at the frozen alpine landscapes of the Ore Mountains on board the historic Fichtelberg Railway
  • Explore picturesque Oberwiesenthal, Germany’s highest town
  • Visit the town of Schwarzenberg with its festive markets and charming Annaberg
  • 6 days from £1,364 pp

    was £1,605 pp

    Flights included
  • Dates Available

    23 December 2026

  • Duration

    6 days

  • Depart From

    7 airports

  • Excursions & Visits

    3 included

  • Meals

    11 included

Winter scene, Bavarian Forest, Germany
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All-inclusive Christmas in the Bavarian Forest
Germany, Austria
A festive winter break combining a scenic treetop walk, traditional glassmaking, and atmospheric sightseeing in Munich’s Christmas markets. Festive All-inclusive
  • Wander among the treetops during the Bavarian Forest Tree Top Walk to take in the alpine views
  • Visit Das Glasdorf Weinfurtner, a traditional glassmaking village with live workshops, galleries and shops
  • Enjoy a visit to Munich on Christmas Eve, including time to explore a traditional Christmas market
  • 6 days from £1,486 pp

    was £1,749 pp

    Flights included
  • Dates Available

    22 December 2026

  • Duration

    6 days

  • Depart From

    12 airports

  • Excursions & Visits

    3 included

  • Meals

    11 included

Christmas in Prague
Czechia
A magical festive escape to Prague, with a mix of historic landmarks, Christmas markets, and seasonal celebrations in the heart of the Czech Republic. Festive City / Central
  • Discover Prague on a guided walking tour, visiting Old Town Square with its Astronomical Clock, Týn Church, and Charles Bridge
  • Browse the festive Prague Christmas markets, enjoy mulled wine (svařák) and seasonal treats like trdelník, and shop for handcrafted gifts
  • Set off on an evening sightseeing cruise along the Vltava River past illuminated landmarks
  • 5 days from £1,274 pp

    was £1,499 pp

    Flights included
  • Dates Available

    23 December 2026

  • Duration

    5 days

  • Depart From

    12 airports

  • Excursions & Visits

    2 included

  • Meals

    7 included

A square in Budapest at Christmas, in the front, a 'Budapest' sign, with a Christmas tree with lights and red baubles behind. Behind this, lit up decorations with hanging baubles, strung across the square.
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Christmas in Budapest
Hungary
Experience the magic of Christmas in Budapest with Newmarket Holidays. Enjoy a guided tour, Danube river cruise, and charming markets. Book now! Fly Local City / Central
  • Enjoy five nights in stylish Budapest
  • Take in the city from the River Danube on a magical river cruise
  • Free time to explore Budapest and its Christmas markets under your own steam
  • 6 days from £1,124 pp

    was £1,405 pp

    Flights included
  • Dates Available

    23 December 2026

  • Duration

    6 days

  • Depart From

    12 airports

  • Excursions & Visits

    2 included

  • Meals

    9 included

UK Christmas & New Year Breaks

Winchester Cathedral, Hampshire
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Christmas in England’s Historic South
England, United Kingdom
Celebrate Christmas in idyllic Hampshire and pair excursions to historic Portsmouth, Winchester and Salisbury with moments of relaxation at a luxury spa hotel. History & Culture Festive
  • Explore Portsmouth’s historic dockyards by boat on a harbour cruise
  • Discover England’s former capital with a visit to picturesque Winchester
  • View the legendary HMS Victory, Lord Nelson’s flagship during the pivotal Battle of Trafalgar
  • 6 days from £1,039 pp

    was £1,299 pp

  • Dates Available

    22 December 2026

  • Duration

    6 days

  • Excursions & Visits

    4 included

  • Meals

    11 included

A red deer standing in a glen with snow-capped mountains in the distance in the Scottish Highlands
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Christmas in the Scottish Highlands
Scotland, United Kingdom
Spend Christmas Day in Scotland this year. Tour the highlands, cruise Loch Ness and enjoy a festive dinner. Flights included. Rail Fly Local
  • Visit the Cairngorm Reindeer Centre
  • Enjoy a Christmas lunch with all the trimmings at your hotel
  • Visit Spean Bridge, Neptune’s Staircase, Fort William and Glenfinnan
  • 5 days from £1,168 pp

    was £1,375 pp

    Flights included
  • Dates Available

    December 2026 - December 2027

  • Duration

    5 days

  • Depart From

    7 airports

  • Excursions & Visits

    2 included

  • Meals

    9 included

AS 75642080 Yorkshire Dales Winter View
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Christmas in Yorkshire
England, United Kingdom
Spend Christmas in beautiful Yorkshire with included visits to York and Harrogate. Book your festive break with Newmarket Holidays. Scenery & Nature History & Culture
  • Immerse yourself in York’s heritage with its castle and ancient city walls
  • Explore the beautiful spa town of Harrogate
  • Discover York's grand Gothic cathedral, York Minster
  • 5 days from £679 pp

    was £799 pp

  • Dates Available

    23 December 2027

  • Duration

    5 days

  • Depart From

    Make your own way

  • Excursions & Visits

    2 included

  • Meals

    9 included

View of the Peak District at winter, with snowy mountains and the sun creeping over the edge of the land
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No Single Supplement
Christmas in the Peak District
England, United Kingdom
Enjoy a festive break in the Peak District including a visit to Chatsworth House and exploration of the beautiful Peak District with Newmarket Holidays. Active Festive
  • Set off on a walking tour of the charming thermal spa town of Buxton
  • Stroll around pretty Bakewell, the home of the famous pudding
  • Visit Chatsworth House, decked in extravagant Christmas décor
  • 6 days from £840 pp

    was £989 pp

  • Dates Available

    22 December 2027

  • Duration

    6 days

  • Depart From

    Make your own way

  • Excursions & Visits

    3 included

  • Meals

    11 included

Christmas Market Breaks

Riga Christmas Markets
Latvia
Discover the magic of Riga's traditional Christmas market with Newmarket Holidays. Book your Christmas break now and let us take care of you. City / Central Fly Local
  • Spend three nights in the delightful Latvian capital
  • Explore the historic city of Riga
  • Free time to enjoy the city’s traditional Christmas Market on Old Town Square
  • 4 days from £615 pp

    was £724 pp

    Flights included
  • Dates Available

    10 December 2026

  • Duration

    4 days

  • Depart From

    4 airports

  • Excursions & Visits

    1 included

  • Meals

    3 included

Vienna Christmas Markets
Austria
Visit one of Europe's best Christmas Markets on our Vienna four day package. Flights & city tour included. Fly Local City / Central
  • Free time to enjoy Vienna’s wonderful Christmas Markets
  • Enjoy a guided city tour of Vienna
  • Discover the Slovakian capital, Bratislava, on an optional excursion
  • 4 days from £959 pp

    was £1,199 pp

    Flights included
  • Dates Available

    03 December 2026

  • Duration

    4 days

  • Depart From

    4 airports

  • Excursions & Visits

    1 included

  • Meals

    3 included

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Offer Terms & Conditions

Save up to 15% discount applies to all Festive tours. This Festive tours offer applies to new bookings only, made between 4th November and 1st December 2026, and cannot be applied retrospectively to bookings already confirmed. This offer does not apply to child pricing. The offer does not apply to holidays with late availability pricing and excludes all other escorted tours, Premier Collection, Exclusively Solos, River Cruise, Andre Rieu, Wimbledon and Edinburgh Tattoo. See full terms & conditions. 

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