The festive season in the northern hemisphere is synonymous with snow , warm drinks and amazing Christmas markets spread all over Europe . In a northern winter you get the chance to experience what it ’ s like to rug up , wrap your hands around a mug of mulled wine , coffee or hot chocolate and listen to the singing of carols or watching Christmas plays .

Yuletide markets are indeed a very special part of your full-on winter Christmas experience because they are a famous , traditional , historical slice of Europe with seasonal treats , ornaments and plenty of cheer and goodwill on offer .

CHRISTMAS IN TURKEY 11-day tour

Istanbul , Old City Sights , Gallipoli , Troy & Legendary Ephesus , Pamukkale , Christmas Eve at St Nic ’ s , Christmas Day & Roman Ruins , Cappadocia , Istanbul

JEWELS OF FRANCE 8-day tour

Paris , Rouen , Honfleur , Deauville , D-Day Landing Beaches , Mont-Saint-Michel , Rennes , Saumur , Loire Valley Sightseeing , Chambord , Paris

CORNERS OF CORNWALL 8-day tour

Dartmoor National Park , Port Isaac , Padstow , Falmouth , St Michael ’ s Mount , St Ives , Falmouth , St Austell Bay , Devon , Dorset , Salisbury , London

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Includes an On The Go journey with 10 nights ’ accommodation in 4-star and special class hotels Breakfast daily & 6 dinners inclusive of a special Christmas Eve Dinner in Antalya overlooking the Mediterranean Sea All relevant transfer and transportation in private modern air-conditioned vehicles

WHY YOU ’ LL LOVE IT

If there is a country in the world where magic exists , it ’ s Turkey . It ’ s a place that can transport you from the pages of The Arabian Nights to a scene from Gladiator in seconds , before whisking you away to an emerald beach that rivals any other in the Med . From natural beauty to culture to food , Turkey will enchant any traveller .

✓ Includes a Costsaver by Trafalgar journey with 6 nights of hotel accommodation

✓ 6 breakfasts & 2 three-course dinners

✓ Sightseeing tour included in each major city

✓ Travel by luxury air-conditioned coach All hotel service charges and tips , baggage handling fees and local taxes

WHY YOU ’ LL LOVE IT

Buckle up for a lively encounter with the highlights of France . On this 8-day love affair with the world ’ s most visited country , you ’ ll get your fill of centuries of French heritage and culture across the valleys and vineyards of northern France , from Joan of Arc ’ s Rouen to its glittering capital , Paris . Amidst all that French joie de vivre , you ’ ll encounter those iconic sights and landmarks .

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Includes a Back-Roads Touring journey with 7 nights ’ hand-picked accommodation 7 breakfasts , 1 lunch & 3 dinners Premium mini-coach transportation Experienced Back-Roads Tour Leader and Driver

WHY YOU ’ LL LOVE IT

From windswept moors and wild coastlines to historic cities and pictureperfect fishing villages , the county of Cornwall is filled with evocative sights and fascinating stories . Join us as we seek out the maritime heritage , rural beauty , and culinary pride of this unique corner of Southwest England on a scenic seven-day journey .