
Hampton by Hilton London City (or similar)
- London
Experience a classic European Christmas & New Year. Explore 8 iconic countries in Europe and see snow on Christmas Day!
Experience a classic European Christmas & New Year. Explore 8 iconic countries in Europe and see snow on Christmas Day!

This Europe Christmas & New Year tour explores top European destinations! Enjoy a guaranteed white Christmas in the Swiss Alps. Cruise along Amsterdam’s canals and Germany’s Rhine River on New Year’s Eve. Behold iconic attractions like Pisa’s Leaning Tower and Paris’s Eiffel Tower. Try Tuscan cuisine, German beer and Belgian waffles!
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Not sure how to spend your free day? Explore the city on your own, or choose from these handpicked optional experiences designed to show you the best of the region.
Unless marked as "Pre-Book", all optional experiences can be booked directly with your tour leader on tour, payable in cash or by card in the stated currency. Prices and availability are subject to change.
14 days itinerary trip from London to London visiting 8 countries
We partner with a range of hand-picked hotels in each destination. The hotels listed below are those we stay at most frequently. However, you may stay at different hotels of a similar standard.
All rooms are twin share with private, en suite bathrooms. Solo travellers will be paired with another traveller of the same gender. Single supplements are available upon request at checkout. A confirmed list of hotels is emailed to all travellers prior to their tour departure. To extend your stay in London, click here to book pre and post-tour accommodation through our partner Booking.com.







































Your unforgettable Christmas and New Year tour of Europe starts today! Embark on a London city tour to behold iconic landmarks such as Big Ben, Westminster Abbey and Buckingham Palace. Then, enjoy a traditional pub lunch. This evening, join the Thames, Towers & Tastes optional excursion to cruise the Thames, tour surrounding attractions and tuck into a fish ‘n’ chips dinner.

Discover London’s rich history and iconic sights! Tour Westminster, home to Big Ben and Westminster Abbey, and tick Buckingham Palace off your bucket list!

This afternoon, enjoy an included welcome lunch at a historic local pub where you can try a typical British roast! Vegetarian options are available.

See iconic sights like Big Ben on a Thames cruise, discover attractions like Tower Bridge, and enjoy fish ‘n’ chips at a proper English pub.

Cross the English Channel and journey from London to Paris this morning. Upon arrival, embark on a driving tour of Paris to see the top attractions, including the Eiffel Tower and the Arc de Triomphe, to name a few! This evening, get your first taste of French cuisine with a group dinner at a local Parisian restaurant.

Take a guided drive through Paris, spotting iconic sights like L’Opéra Garnier, the Tuileries Gardens, the Seine, Louvre, Eiffel Tower, Arc de Triomphe, and more!

Today, explore solo at leisure or join an optional excursion to best experience Paris. The Paris+ optional excursion includes a macaron tasting, a visit to a perfume museum, a River Seine cruise and free time in the Latin Quarter! This afternoon, choose to visit Montmartre for a tour and three-course dinner. Later, join the fabulous Parisian cabaret excursion.

Spend the day ticking off Parisian highlights! Today includes top attractions, macarons, perfume, a River Seine Cruise and much more.

Explore the vibrant Montmartre neighbourhood by night! See the Moulin Rouge and the Sacré-Cœur Basilica and indulge in a three-course French dinner.

Be amazed by colours, costumes and cancan at one of Paris’ top cabaret venues!

Enjoy a slice of life in small-town France in Burgundy. Explore the beautiful town of Beaune – make sure to visit the Hospices de Beaune and try some of the region's famous wines! Next, embark on the picturesque journey across the border into Switzerland towards the Swiss Alps. Enjoy a festive Christmas eve dinner at your accommodation in the Alps!

Stop in Beaune, Burgundy’s UNESCO-listed wine capital. Enjoy free time to explore the medieval town or sample regional cuisine and wines.

Marvel at the spectacular views on a drive through mountain passes and alongside lakes, breathtaking mountain vistas and scenic views of quaint Swiss towns.

Frohe Weihnachten! Enjoy a visit to Jungfraujoch for a guaranteed white Christmas, as the area is covered in snow year-round! Join the day-long optional excursion to see the spectacular panoramic views and Alpine landscapes from the “Top of Europe”! This evening, join the optional excursion for an authentic taste of traditional Swiss food to celebrate the festive season!

Travel to the “Top of Europe” - Jungfraujoch, the highest train station in Europe! Enjoy exceptional views, year-round snow and a magical ice palace.

Tuck into a cheese fondue to start, sit back for a hearty Swiss meal and round off the evening with something sweet. Swiss tradition at its finest!

Today, swap the icy Alps for Italian gelato! Soak up spectacular views of Italy and add the Leaning Tower of Pisa to your photo album. Continue towards the Tuscany region known for its architecture, art, food and wine. Arrive in the stunning spa town of Montecatini Terme. Tonight, join the optional excursion to Montecatini Alto, including a delectable three-course meal!

Tick the Leaning Tower of Pisa off your bucket list and snap iconic photos of yourself ‘holding up’ this world-famous landmark!

Ride the Montecatini Funicular and admire the views of Montecatini Terme before enjoying a delicious, three-course Tuscan dinner.

Stop in Florence this morning and embark on a locally-guided tour of this exquisite city known for its Renaissance art and history. After, enjoy free time to explore or join the optional Taste of Tuscany excursion for a family-style Florentine feast. Next up is the Italian capital of Rome, where a group dinner awaits this evening.

Explore this historic, Renaissance city. See highlights like Ponte Vecchio, Piazza della Signoria, the Duomo, and the replica of Michelangelo’s David.

Get a true taste of Tuscany with this culinary experience in Florence! Sit down for a family-style meal and indulge in classic Tuscan dishes.

Enjoy a free day in Rome! Today offers two unmissable optional excursions. This morning, uncover ancient Rome on an optional excursion to the Colosseum and the ruins of the Roman Forum. Then, join 'Conquer the Capital' for spectacular sightseeing, including the Spanish Steps, Trevi Fountain and Pantheon, as well as a delectable local lunch and gelato tasting!

See Rome’s iconic sites on a bucket-list treasure hunt through the city! See the Trevi Fountain, Pantheon and more. Plus, enjoy lunch and a gelato tasting.

Delve into ancient Rome. Take a locally guided walking tour of the awe-inspiring Colosseum and visit the ruins of the ancient Roman Forum.

The tour continues towards Venice today. Marvel at this popular world city’s must-see sights, including the iconic St. Mark’s Square, Grand Canal and Rialto Bridge. Join the Evening in Venice optional excursion to experience a gondola and water taxi ride and enjoy a unique vantage point of this floating city before sitting down for dinner at a local restaurant.

Explore the magic of Venice, Italy’s floating city. Visit must-see sights like St Mark’s Square, Doge’s Palace, Rialto Market, and more for an unforgettable experience.

Take a water taxi cruise and gondola ride of Venice’s iconic waterways. Soak up the romantic sights from the canals and enjoy an included dinner.

Say Guten Tag to Germany today! But first, visit the scenic Austrian city of Innsbruck. See the Golden Roof Museum before enjoying free time for lunch. Next, continue to Munich. See some of the highlights of this city that blends modernity and ancient history on an orientation tour. This evening, enjoy a traditional German dinner at a local restaurant.

Embark on an orientation tour of Tyrol’s capital. Visit the Golden Roof Museum, marvel at St. Jakob Cathedral and the Imperial Palace and stroll Maria-Theresien Strasse!

Explore Munich with your tour leader. Learn more about this fascinating and beautiful Bavarian city and see highlights like Karlsplatz and Marienplatz.

Munich welcomes you with a delicious, three-course German dinner at a local restaurant. Indulge in traditional dishes like pork knuckle (eisbein). Vegetarian options available.

Spend New Year's Eve in the picturesque Rhine Valley. Take a breathtaking cruise along the Rhine River, home to the most concentrated strip of castles in Europe! Conclude the cruise in the UNESCO-listed town of Boppard. Here, try local wines and gain expert knowledge of Rhine Valley varietals. This evening, enjoy a celebratory New Year’s Eve dinner at the hotel!

Admire beautiful scenery and the largest concentration of gothic castles (Sterrenberg, Liebestein, Katz and Fortress Rheinfels) in Europe on a cruise along the Rhine River.

Visit a local wine merchant in this famous wine region, and sample German wine varietals. You may even get to try eiswein, a rare dessert wine.

Frohes neues Jahr! Continue towards Amsterdam with a stop in the Dutch countryside. Try delectable Dutch cheese and witness how clogs are made! The next stop is the Riekermolen Windmill to capture memorable photos. Once in Amsterdam, embark on a canal cruise to sightsee from a unique vantage point. Enjoy free time before this evening's dinner at a local restaurant.

See how these traditional shoes are made by hand, and taste Dutch cheese. Purchase some unique and authentic Dutch souvenirs during the visit!

Cruise through Amsterdam’s iconic canals. Enjoy a unique way of sightseeing while you admire the city’s top landmarks from its beloved waterways.

Head back to London, stopping in Ghent, Belgium, on the way. Explore this medieval city with stunning cobbled streets and historic buildings. Be sure to try some Belgian chocolate or a traditional Belgian waffle! Arrive in London later today. Why not join tonight’s optional excursion to enjoy a delicious British curry dinner on the famous Brick Lane?

Stop in this charming medieval city on the way to London. Enjoy free time to sample moules et frites, sip Belgian beer or buy local chocolate!

Say farewell to London with an authentic, three-course British curry dinner in Brick Lane!
Princess
Fantastic Europe Tour!
This tour was a lifetime experience. We were fortunate enough to have a smaller group with the absolute best tour leader and coach driver.
MTV
It was incredibly amazing!!! Unforgettable experience!
Not much really except for the hotel that didn't hot water in the morning! Brrrr!!!?. In addition to that, the drainage in the shower was clog/very slow drainage. Since we were only staying one night, I didn't let the hotel know.
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Amazing
Worth every penny, transport, food and the priceless experience are well worth the trip. Thank you to your staff Gabi and Itzi for their hospitality and compassion.
Price is based on a sharing twin room.
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Full days, zero filler. Most mornings start with breakfast before heading out to the main sights with your Tour Leader or a local guide. Afternoons often include free time to wander, find a coffee or join an Optional Experience. Expect a good amount of walking too. On some days, you could spend two to three hours on your feet. Comfortable shoes are your best friend.
People from all over the world. Different ages, different backgrounds, same instinct to see more. Classic groups have on average between 35-45 Chasers. By day three, you’ll already know everyone's name.
Your accommodation, transport, Tour Leader and driver, breakfast most mornings, select lunches and dinners, and the Included Experiences on the tour page. Everything else is yours to choose. Check the individual tour page before you book for the exact inclusions.
Clean, comfortable and well located. Mostly 3 to 4 star, with private en-suite bathrooms. They're chosen so you can sleep well and feel ready for the next day. They're not the centrepiece. The destinations are. But they're never an afterthought.
All travellers carry their own bags, including up hotel stairs where needed. Walking tours can last up to three hours, and some sites involve a fair number of steps. Read through the itinerary to decide if the pace is right for you.
Optional Experiences happen during your tour's free-time slots, and your Tour Leader will tell you about what's on offer during the tour. Most can be booked on the day, but some are pre-sold and must be purchased before your tour begins, so it's worth checking the tour page beforehand to see what's available and get in touch with our team to book anything in advance.
Maximum value, not minimum comfort. Twenty-one years of supplier relationships mean we know where to find the best for less, and we pass that directly to you. Comfortable hotels, included meals and local experiences, without paying for the premium tier.
Yes. Free time is built into Classic itineraries, giving you space to wander and explore at your own pace. Your Tour Leader can point you towards the places worth your time, so you're never left completely to figure it out yourself.
Absolutely. Many Chasers travel solo, and there’s no compulsory single supplement when you travel with us. For accommodation, solo travellers share a twin room with another solo traveller of the same gender. If you’d prefer your own room, you can choose to pay a single supplement instead. Check the individual tour page for pricing.
You might arrive alone. You won't feel that way for long.
Yes. You don't need any previous group travel experience. Your Tour Leader is with you throughout, and you'll have a whole group of people discovering the destination alongside you. If you're not sure which Classic tour is right for you, we can help.
No. Flights aren't included, giving you flexibility over how you get there and when you travel. Your tour information will tell you where and when to meet the group on day one.
Yes. Travel insurance is a condition of booking. Your policy should cover the full duration of your trip, including medical expenses, cancellation and repatriation. Find out more about our travel insurance requirements here.
Our 10-Day Money-Back Guarantee gives you 10 days to decide after booking. Change your mind? Full refund, no questions asked.
After this point, your deposit is non-refundable. However, you can always change your tour or departure date free of charge, as many times as you like, up to 60 days before departure on Classic tours and up to 90 days before departure on Premium and Signature tours. Changes may incur an amendment fee. The current website price applies to any new tour or date.
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Your Tour Leader is there to look after you during your tour. They know the places most people walk straight past, they'll have a restaurant recommendation ready before you've asked, and they'll sort anything that comes up along the way. All transport and accommodation are arranged for you.
You'll also have a 24-hour emergency contact number and our head office team.
Travel Chasers is a member of ABTA (No. Y6593) and ABTOT (No. 5517). Both organisations have codes of conduct and standards that members are required to meet, giving you an extra layer of confidence when you travel with us.
Our Classic & Premium tours have a minimum age of 10 years old, while our Signature tours have a minimum age of 18 years old. We may consider younger children on certain tours on a case-by-case basis. Get in touch in writing and we'll let you know what's possible.
Before the tour starts, we'll email you to ask about any dietary requirements. A vegetarian option is available at all included meals. We can't guarantee vegan, gluten-free or lactose-free options, so if your requirements are strict, it's worth bringing snacks as backup.
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