About this trip
A fast-moving coach tour through several European countries over Christmas, taking in London, Paris, Amsterdam, the Swiss Alps, Germany's Rhine Valley and Ghent in seven days.
The pace is a taster rather than a deep dive — you get a working Christmas atmosphere in each place, from festive lights on Amsterdam's canals to snow on the Alps, before moving on to the next city.
It suits you if you want a broad first look at Christmas in Europe rather than settling into one destination.
What you'll do
- See London, Paris and Amsterdam over the festive period
- Spend time in the Swiss Alps for a snow-covered Christmas setting
- Travel along Germany's Rhine Valley
- Explore the medieval streets of Ghent, Belgium
- Cruise Amsterdam's canals and see the city's festive lights
- Visit ancient castles along the route
- Coach-based, so you cover a lot of ground with regular travel days between cities
- A short seven-day format across six destinations means limited time in each place
- Timed around Christmas and New Year, so expect a festive but busy travel period
Worth it if you're energetic, want maximum sights in minimum time, and accept 5-6 hours sleep nightly. Think twice if you value leisurely exploration, decent meal quality, or transparent pricing on optional activities.
- Bus journeys up to 5.5 hours with minimal time in each city; some nights hotel check-in at 9.30pm, departure 7am next morning.
- Included meals described as very basic; optional tours expensive with prices withheld until you're already committed on the trip.
- Tour guides genuinely excellent: Roxy, Firo, Carly praised for energy, knowledge, going above and beyond for the group.
- Bus seating rotation system not enforced consistently; minor vehicle maintenance issues reported but driver skilled and safe throughout.
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Where to stay
A night before your tour in London · 21 Dec – 22 Dec
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