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Christmas Markets
Embrace the festive season with a magical Christmas market holiday

Escorted Christmas Markets Tours

Nothing encapsulates the festive spirit quite like a Christmas market. Weaving through quaint town squares packed with charming wooden stalls and twinkling fairy lights, sipping spiced Glühwein listening to carol singers, the undeniable scents of Christmas lingering in the crisp winter air; sweet waffles, mouth-watering Brätwurst, and freshly roasted chestnuts. Experience the inimitable joy of a Christmas market from the Dickensian celebrations of Yorkshire, to the traditional markets of Germany, and step into a magical world of Christmas cheer.

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Cologne Christmas MarketsCologne Christmas MarketsCologne Christmas MarketsCologne Christmas MarketsCologne Christmas Markets
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4.5 stars(146 reviews)
2025NovDec

Feel the spirit of Christmas on this cruise along the beautiful Rhine. Discovering Germany at the most magical time of the year we stop at traditional Christmas markets along the way. Strolling through the stalls, admire the craftsmanship of local artisans and savour the flavours that define the season. On board, soak up the natural beauty of the...

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Nuremberg Nuremberg Nuremberg Nuremberg Nuremberg
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4.5 stars(17 reviews)
2025Dec

Prepare to be swept away by the romance of Bavaria's world-renowned Christmas markets. Experience the captivating atmosphere of three unique markets - in Nuremberg, Regensburg and Rothenburg - each with its own distinct character, and enjoy a scenic journey along Germany's famous Romantic Road. Staying in Nuremberg, discover the historic city on...

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Interlaken & the Jungfrau Express at ChristmasInterlaken & the Jungfrau Express at ChristmasInterlaken & the Jungfrau Express at ChristmasInterlaken & the Jungfrau Express at ChristmasInterlaken & the Jungfrau Express at Christmas
4.3 stars(10 reviews)
2025Dec

Celebrate Christmas in the idyllic Bernese Oberland, staying in the pristine resort of Interlaken, surrounded by panoramic views, sparkling lakes and snow-capped peaks. Journey on the Jungfrau Railway to the highest train station in Europe, experiencing jaw-dropping views across the shimmering Aletsch Glacier. Cross the snowy Brünig Pass to...

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A Scottish ChristmasA Scottish ChristmasA Scottish ChristmasA Scottish Christmas
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4.2 stars(24 reviews)
2025Dec

Make it a truly merry Christmas on this festive Scotland holiday. Celebrate in Inverness with hearty food, warming drinks, traditional entertainment and seasonal cheer. Explore Edinburgh, aglow with Christmas spirit, travel through winter scenery aboard the heritage Kyle Line and visit legendary Loch Ness, home to the mysterious Nessie. With...

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Germany Christmas MarketsGermany Christmas MarketsGermany Christmas MarketsGermany Christmas Markets
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4.2 stars(40 reviews)
2025NovDec

The Harz Mountains' medieval towns and picturesque landscapes are perfect for soaking up the traditions of Advent in Germany. Join us as we visit three of the region's traditional Christmas markets, UNESCO-listed Old Towns and enjoy a steam train ride through picture-book winter scenery to the summit of the Brocken, Germany's highest summit.

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Classic Glacier Express at ChristmasClassic Glacier Express at ChristmasClassic Glacier Express at ChristmasClassic Glacier Express at ChristmasClassic Glacier Express at Christmas
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4.7 stars(15 reviews)
2025Dec

Snow-bound views and seasonal scenery have made the Glacier Express famous at this time of year as the Swiss Alps' glistening peaks and sugar-frosted forests provide picture-postcard backdrops. Visit Strasbourg's Christmas market enroute to Switzerland, and journey through the Swiss Grand Canyon and over the Oberalp Pass on the world-renowned...

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Interlaken & the Jungfrau Express at New YearInterlaken & the Jungfrau Express at New YearInterlaken & the Jungfrau Express at New YearInterlaken & the Jungfrau Express at New YearInterlaken & the Jungfrau Express at New Year
2025Dec

See in the New Year on this idyllic seasonal holiday in the beautiful Bernese Oberland, staying in the picturesque town of Interlaken, surrounded by panoramic views, sparkling lakes and snow-capped peaks. Ascend Grindelwald First Mountain on a spectacular New Year's Eve excursion, looking out across the twinkling valley and visiting the...

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Our customers love our Christmas Markets tours
Classic Glacier Express at Christmas
8/Jan
Edwin Dayment
5 stars
“what an amazing train journey, thanks!
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Interlaken and the Jungfrau Express at Christmas
7/Jan
Rosemary
5 stars
“An thoroughly enjoyable trip - the journey , itinerary ,hotels and Tour Manager.
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A Scottish Christmas
4/Jan
Frederick
5 stars
“Beautiful hotels. A great tour manager, and lovely group of people. Overall a lovely experience.
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Harz Mountains Christmas Markets
1/Jan
Chris Jenkins
5 stars
“Excellent Christmas Break. Very well organised and managed by the tour manager Andrew.
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Bavarian Christmas Markets
30 Dec 2024
Mr Protheroe
5 stars
“It was an excellent trip with a fantastic tour manager
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Christmas Markets of the Rhine
27 Dec 2024
David Harrison
4 stars
“Good ship good food and overall a good break.
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At Great Rail Journeys we have a wonderful selection of train holidays that guide you to enigmatic destinations, allowing you to sample the culture and authentic flavours. The advantage of a rail holiday is that you not only see fabulous cities and towns, you also get to witness the spectacular scenery which envelops them. Journey among snow-dusted mountains, frozen lakes and fairytale fortresses that make you feel like you have stepped into a real winter wonderland.

Rest assured that our rail journeys are as exhilarating as the Christmas markets themselves, and the sociable environment makes our holidays perfect for solo travellers. We ensure that each passenger feels that they are part of a group, making mealtimes a sociable occasion. Great Rail Journeys will make all of the travel arrangements for you and a professional Tour Manager is on hand throughout your holiday.

During a Christmas markets holiday there will be ample leisure time incorporated into the tour so you have the freedom to explore at your own pace. Perhaps shop for gifts for family back home or simply watch the world go buy in a chic café. Let us treat you this season on an unforgettable break at a Christmas market of your choice. Browse through our selection of tours and begin planning your perfect festive adventure.

Christmas Markets guided rail tours

The 6th December is St Nikolaus Eve, when German children leave polished shoes outside their bedroom door in the hope that Weihnachtsmann will have filled them with treats come morning. In Luxembourg children wait for Klees'chen but in parts of France it is Saint Nicolas who fills the shoes with sweets and small toys. This region of the world has some of the best Christmas markets by rail and starting from late November children step incredibly cautiously around their parents. Not for fear that they won't receive their presents but if they misbehave then Black Peter or Père Fouettard will take them away on Christmas Eve.

Aachen Christmas Market