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ABOUT THE TOUR

Metz & Luxembourg Christmas Markets

For a fantastic short break filled with festive cheer and lots of shopping opportunities, join us as we make our way to Metz in north-east France. From here, we’ll be able to explore a number of superb Christmas markets, including those found in picturesque Metz, charming Luxembourg and Roman Trier. If you love Christmas and adore festive markets, this holiday will be the ideal option.

TOUR INCLUDES

  • 4 nights hotel with continental breakfast
  • 3 evening meals
  • Porterage at hotel
  • Free local joining points

5 Day Itinerary

  • Day 1:

    Local departure by coach or Home Connect service then to Metz for four nights.

  • Day 2: Metz

    We’ll begin with the Christmas markets in Metz, spending the day exploring at leisure. Metz is a lovely French town, set at the joining of the Seille and Moselle rivers and enjoying beautiful scenery.

    Around Christmastime, this pretty landscape is highlighted by charming festive decorations, and a superb Christmas market comes to town. With its bright lights, festive atmosphere and the delicious scent of freshly cooked delicacies, we’ll have an amazing time at these markets.

    Pick up some souvenirs or treat loved ones at home to Christmas presents.

    Included meals: Breakfast, Dinner

    Metz Christmas Markets

    Metz

    Included Highlights

    • Metz Christmas Markets
  • Day 3: Luxembourg

    Our next included excursion will take us to nearby Luxembourg, where we’ll find a delightful Christmas scene. Each year, Luxembourg is transformed into a winter wonderland, with pretty lights and decorations, and its European Christmas markets have something for everyone.

    With stalls selling favourites from around Europe, including everything from Stollen to chocolate yule logs to cheeses, as well as handcrafted trinkets. Sample some of the European delicacies available at the markets, including traditional Gluhwein (mulled wine), crepes, Mettwurscht and Thuringer sausages, and delicious Gromperekichelcher (potato fritters).

    Included meals: Breakfast, Dinner

    Luxembourg Christmas Markets

    Luxembourg Christmas Markets

    Included Highlights

    • Luxembourg Christmas Markets
  • Day 4: Trier

    This morning, we travel to Trier, Germany’s oldest city, on our optional excursion. Festively decorated little wooden huts offer a wide range of Christmas articles including decorations, wooden toys, candles, hand-blown glassware, ceramics, crafts and much more.

    There are also plenty of tasty treats available such as bratwurst sausages, potato pancakes, sweets, hot tea and ‘glühwein’ to stave off the cold.

    Included meals: Breakfast, Dinner

    Trier Markets

    Trier Christmas Markets

    Included Highlights

    • Trier Markets
  • Day 5:

    We’ll return to the UK today, travelling from Northern France via Calais and then continuing home.

    Included meals: Breakfast

Single Room Supplement from £129.00 (5 days).

Hotels

You will stay for four nights at the Novotel Metz Amneville. Located close to Metz, this hotel offers comfortable accommodation along with a bar and restaurant.

  • Novotel Metz Hauconcourt

    The Novotel Metz Hauconcourt hotel is located 15 minutes away from the town of Metz and only 5 minutes away from Amneville. The hotel is set in a large park and offers a swimming pool*, restaurant, bar, lounge and Wi-Fi/Internet access. *The swimming pool can be closed without prior notice.

    • English Speaking Staff
    • Guest Lounge
    • Bar
    • Restaurant
    • Lift
    • WiFi Available
    • TV
    • Tea and Coffee Making Facilities
    • Hairdryer
    • Bath and/or Shower
    • Telephone

Joining points

Travel from most joining points is included within your coach holiday price; some carry a supplement of £20pp. To find your nearest joining point, search using your postcode below.

See our full list of our joining points.

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