Cheap Europe Christmas markets tours and cruises

A Christmas market in Warsaw, Poland.

From the Danube to the Main, Rhine to Rhone, these are some of the most affordable ways to experience Europe Christmas markets in 2023.

As if Christmas wasn’t a magical enough time of year already, Europe’s markets sure make them extra special. Warm, mulled wine, the glow of fairy lights and holiday cheer in the atmosphere are just some of the things that make these winter festivals an unforgettable experience. And, luckily, exploring them doesn’t have to break the bank at an already-expensive time of the year. These deals for Europe Christmas markets tours and cruises can make it a much more affordable experience.

A Christmas market in Warsaw, Poland.

More Christmas markets cruises and tour deals

Save up to $2,000 per couple: Viking River Cruises
  • What’s the deal? Book select 2023 European river cruise itineraries and save up to $2,000 per couple travelling together when sharing a cabin.
  • Book by: Ongoing deal.
Up to $2,000 off Uniworld river cruises
  • What’s the deal? Book select Uniworld sailings aboard the River Empress, River Queen, S.S. Beatrice, S.S. Antoinette and the S.S. Maria Theresa at up to $2,000 off.
  • Book by: Uniworld’s site says 30 June, 2023, but it’s past that date now and cruises are still discounted.
Up to $1,110 off Avalon Waterways Christmas markets cruises
  • What’s the deal? Book a range of European cruises during peak Christmas market season at up to $1,100 off the regular price. Discounted cruises visit destinations like Vienna, Prague, Frankfurt, Budapest and Basel.
  • Book by: Ongoing deal.
45% off Christmas markets tours
  • What’s the deal? Huge savings on a bunch of different Europe Christmas market itineraries, including destinations like Bucharest, Budapest, Munich and Salzburg.
  • Book by: Ongoing deal
Up to $1,000 off AMA Waterways
  • What’s the deal? Save on seven different river cruise itineraries with AMA Waterways including Christmas Markets cruises and land extensions to Germany, France, Netherlands, Switzerland, Czechia and more.
  • Book by: Ongoing deal.
Up to 20% off A-ROSA River Cruises
  • What’s the deal? Book cruises to European cities like Vienna, Bratislava, Frankfurt and Cologne for 20% off regular prices.
  • Book by: 31 August, 2024

Frequently asked questions about Christmas markets tours and cruises

Which countries have Christmas markets in Europe?

You’ll likely be able to find a Christmas market in just about any country in Europe, but there are a few that are well known for their iconic markets.

– Germany
– Austria
– Czech Republic
– Hungary

Can I see European Christmas markets by river cruise?

You sure can! There’s plenty of cities which host markets that lie along major European waterways.

Some of the river cruise routes to look out fir to include:

– Danube (like Budapest and Vienna)
– Elbe (like Dresden)
– Rhine (like Cologne and Strasbourg)

Which companies offer European Christmas market tours?

Most cruises that offer summer cruises along Europe’s rivers will also make use of their boats during the festive season. These include:

A-Rosa
AMA Waterways
Avalon Waterways
CroisiEurope
Emerald Cruises
Scenic
Tauck
Uniworld River Cruises
Viking River Cruises

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