French Christmas Markets (7 Days)
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Summary
Description
Embark on a magical multi-day tour through France's most enchanting cities and towns, all dressed up for the festive season. From the sparkling lights of Paris to the medieval charm of Dijon, and the bubbly delights of Reims, this tour offers a perfect blend of holiday cheer, cultural exploration, and culinary delights. Each day brings new adventures, from cruising the Seine to tasting local delicacies at Christmas markets. With comfortable accommodations in centrally located hotels like Le Bristol Paris (or similar), and guided tours led by knowledgeable Trip Managers, this tour promises an unforgettable holiday experience. Join us for a journey filled with festive displays, historical sites, and the warm spirit of Christmas in France.
Included
2 Dinner (D)
6 Breakfast (B)
Coach
6 nights in Hotels
Expert Trip Manager, Driver Team
Paris: What could be better than sailing down the Seine with the Contiki crew, taking in all the chic Paris landmarks? Sign us up!
Paris: Your chance to learn the art of fragrance at a Parisian perfume house. You know it makes scents! (soz).
Tours: We'll tour the Christmas markets in Tour where you'll have the chance to pick up delicious goodies. Trust us, your taste buds will thank you.
Dijon: Your Trip Manager will show you around the beautiful town of Dijon - the capital of the Duchy of Burgundy. Expect lots of art and architecture from the Renaissance & medieval eras.
Colmar: Welcome to one of the most popular Christmas markets in Europe! We'll stroll by the canals and check out the illuminated markets in town.
Reims: If you were a French royal, you'd be crowned right here in Reims. Today, we'll check out the medieval architecture of this town. Plus, your Trip Manager will tell you all about the pivotal role it played during Roman times and WW1.
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Attractions
Gardens of Versailles
Ruines du Couvent des Cordeliers
Taittinger
Arquebuse Botanical Garden
Alsatian Museum
Stade de France
Strasbourg Museum of Modern and Contemporary ArtDaily Itinerary
Day 1 – Day 1: Paris
- Paris - Arrival day
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- Stade de France
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We’ll kick off our cheerful celebrations in the sparkling City of Love. You’ll be greeted with festive displays in every nook and cranny. Tonight, we’ll cruise over the Seine to see Paris in all its glory. But not before grabbing dinner. Just you, your crew, and buzzin’ good vibes.
Day 2 – Day 2: Paris
- Paris
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- Gardens of Versailles
- Stade de France
- Parc Cadet de Vaux
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No better way to get into the Christmas spirit than by smelling like cinnamon & pine (and everything nice). This morning, we’ll visit a French perfumery. Then, you’ve got free time to check out all the pretty markets here. We'll regroup this evening to visit the most spectacular theatre in all of Paris - and she’ll be beautifully decorated this time of the year.
Day 3 – Day 3: Paris to Tours
- Paris
- Chambord
- Tours
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- Loches Jardin Public
- Parcs Forestier de Larçay - Les Hâtes
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We’ll leave the twinkling lights of Paris to find ourselves in France’s breathtaking Loire Valley. Lucky you! December is the BEST time to visit this wonderful Chateau. Expect surreal sights of decked up halls, decorated trees, and wonderful illuminations. This evening is reserved for tasting your way through Tours’ Christmas markets. Oh, and we're staying right in the centre of town. So, explore as late as you like!
Day 4 – Day 4: Tours to Dijon and Beaune
- Dijon
- Beaune
- Tours
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- Arquebuse Botanical Garden
- Dijon central indoor market hall
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After a short n’ sweet stay in Tours, we’ll take the eastern road to Dijon where even more medieval charm (and mustard) awaits us. First things first - your Trip Manager will show you all the highlights of town. Wondering what to do with your free time? Just follow the owl symbols etched into the walls of the most famous monuments here. In the late afternoon, we'll drive down to Beaune. Drop your bags at the hotel of this beautiful walled town before we head out for dinner at a local restaurant.
Day 5 – Day 5: Beaune to Strasbourg and Metz
- Beaune
- Colmar
- Metz
- Strasbourg
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- Alsatian Museum
- Strasbourg Museum of Modern and Contemporary Art
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Goodbye Beaune. Today we’re visiting two of the most famous Christmas markets in Europe! On our first stop today, you’ll be greeted with vibrant Christmas markets & cobblestoned streets. You have some free time to take it all in before we head off to stop two. You guessed it - even more Christmas markets await us here. You’ll have the chance to join for a festive food walking tour to explore Strasbourg’s unique French-German cuisine. Bellies full, and souls satisfied - we’ll get cosy at our hotel in Metz.
Day 6 – Day 6: Metz to Reims
- Metz
- Reims
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- Ruines du Couvent des Cordeliers
- Taittinger
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Morning, sleeping beauties! If you can pull yourself outta your cosy, cosy bed - we have a bubbly day ahead of us. Christmas in France is incomplete without champagne. Luckily, we’re right here in its hometown, where you’ll have the chance to try the fizzy goodness at a classic champagne house. Dreamy Reims is where we’ll have our final round of Christmas markets exploration. Stroll the streets with your Trip Manager on an orientation tour before joining us for a warm & wholesome farewell dinner.
Day 7 – Day 7: Reims to Paris
- Reims
- Paris - Departure day
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It might be our final day out here. But we promise, these 7 days of France’s festive charm will stay with you forever. If you’re hitching a ride with us to Paris, hop on for one last coach journey of this trip. And that’s it for now, folks. After a week of French food & festivities, it’s time to say au revoir. Don’t worry, there are plenty more merry destinations to explore. Maybe Germany's markets next time?
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