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    Winter in Europe is something magical to behold. Whether you spend your days finding unique trinkets under the twinkling lights of a Christmas market or admiring the soft flutter of snow as it covers picturesque mountain peaks, these European Christmas, New Year and Northern Lights tours bring the wow factor and a little extra joy with exclusive savings.

    Board a train as it weaves through snow-capped mountains, explore the deep hues of blue ice caves or let your inner child roam free at endless Christmas markets. With Albatross Tours you’ll discover a better way to celebrate the festive season. Plus for a limited time, you’ll save $250^ per person on all Christmas, New Year and Northern Lights tours departing in 2026 and 2027.

    Bring to life the nostalgia, joy and romance of this wonderful time of year with the tours below.

    Why Albatross Tours?

    • Longer stays
    • Small groups
    • Genuinely inclusive
    • Designed for Australian and New Zealand travellers
    • Multi-award-winning festive tour pioneers

    Your European Winter

    Italian Villa & Tuscany New Year Tour

    8 nights from $6,907*pp twin share

    Exclusive $250* off per person. Plus, breakfast daily, guided tours, olive oil and local produce tastings, and more.

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    Swiss Christmas Markets, Mountains & More Tour

    11 nights from $8,737*pp twin share

    Exclusive $250* off per person. Plus, breakfast daily, guided tours, Christmas markets, wine tasting, and more.

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    Iceland Fire, Ice Caves & Frozen Waterfalls Tour

    11 nights from $11,637*pp twin share

    Exclusive $250* off per person. Plus, breakfast daily, guided tours, whale watching cruise, and more.

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    Holiday Inspiration

    Where to travel in December

    Whether you’re browsing for handmade gift ideas in charming Christmas markets or heading off on a tropical eco-adventure to avoid Aunty Susan’s trifle, these are our favourite places to visit in December.

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    Christmas Traditions Around the World

    We’ve put together a selection of some of our favourite Christmas traditions from around the world – they may be all the temptation you need to start planning your own Christmas escape.

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    *Conditions apply. ^$250 pp off tours applies to NEW bookings only deposited by 4 January 2026 (19 December 2025 for Iceland Fire, Ice Caves & Frozen Waterfalls Tour). Not applicable to any pre and post accommodation. Not combinable with other offers. Advertised price is based on AUD$ twin share person. Single supplements apply. Discount offer will be applied at the time of booking. Land only, airfares not included. For further details ask your personal travel manager. Please view the TravelManagers general terms and conditions here and contact your personal travel managers for more details.  

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