The Best Organized Christmas Market Tours in France

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Looking for the best tour through France's Christmas markets? We have carefully curated a selection of Christmas market tours in France to make sure that you have an unforgettable escape filled with adventure, cherished traditions, and heartwarming activities. Immerse yourself in the magic of the holiday season as you wander through charming marketplaces, alive with joyful celebrations, all while joining a tour that takes care of the planning and organizing for you.


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The Best Christmas Market Tours through France

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Organized by CroisiEurope River Cruises 5 Days Start/End in Paris 5 Destinations
  • High Quality: guest ratings are higher than average.
  • Efficient: you'll cover a variety of destinations swiftly.
  • Great for Foodies

starstarstarstarstar 5.0 rating

Age Range: 1 to 99
Maximum Group Size: 160
Price per Day: $283

This tour visits Paris, Les Andelys, Rouen, Duclair, and Honfleur.

  • Family
  • River Cruise
  • Fully Guided

By CroisiEurope River Cruises
CroisiEurope is a global river cruise company offering affordable yet comfortable cruises throughout the world. They provide a mix of all-inclusive and à la carte options, with a strong emphasis on regional cuisine and cultural experiences.



$1,415
on TourRadar

Organized by CroisiEurope River Cruises 5 Days Les Andelys to Paris 4 Destinations
  • High Quality: guest ratings are higher than average.
  • Great for Foodies

starstarstarstarstar 5.0 rating

Age Range: 1 to 99
Maximum Group Size: 160
Price per Day: $283

This tour visits Les Andelys, Rouen, Honfleur, and Paris.

  • Family
  • River Cruise
  • Fully Guided

By CroisiEurope River Cruises
CroisiEurope is a global river cruise company offering affordable yet comfortable cruises throughout the world. They provide a mix of all-inclusive and à la carte options, with a strong emphasis on regional cuisine and cultural experiences.



$1,415
on TourRadar

Organized by CroisiEurope River Cruises 5 Days Start/End in Paris 4 Destinations
  • High Quality: guest ratings are higher than average.
  • Great for Foodies

starstarstarstarstar 5.0 rating

Age Range: 1 to 99
Maximum Group Size: 160
Price per Day: $312

This tour visits Paris, Les Andelys, Rouen, and Honfleur.

  • Sightseeing
  • Family
  • River Cruise
  • Fully Guided

By CroisiEurope River Cruises
CroisiEurope is a global river cruise company offering affordable yet comfortable cruises throughout the world. They provide a mix of all-inclusive and à la carte options, with a strong emphasis on regional cuisine and cultural experiences.



$1,560
on TourRadar

Organized by CroisiEurope River Cruises 4 Days Start/End in Strasbourg 4 Destinations
  • Great Value: the daily price is lower than average for Christmas market tours in France.
  • High Quality: guest ratings are higher than average.
  • Efficient: you'll cover a variety of destinations swiftly.
  • Great for Foodies

starstarstarstarstar 5.0 rating

Age Range: 1 to 99
Maximum Group Size: 160
Price per Day: $238

This tour visits Strasbourg, Rudesheim am Rhein, Boppard, and Mainz.

  • Family
  • River Cruise
  • Fully Guided

By CroisiEurope River Cruises
CroisiEurope is a global river cruise company offering affordable yet comfortable cruises throughout the world. They provide a mix of all-inclusive and à la carte options, with a strong emphasis on regional cuisine and cultural experiences.



$953
on TourRadar

Organized by CroisiEurope River Cruises 4 Days Start/End in Strasbourg 4 Destinations
  • Great Value: the daily price is lower than average for Christmas market tours in France.
  • High Quality: guest ratings are higher than average.
  • Efficient: you'll cover a variety of destinations swiftly.
  • Great for Foodies

starstarstarstarstar 5.0 rating

Age Range: 1 to 99
Maximum Group Size: 160
Price per Day: $238

This tour visits Strasbourg, Rudesheim am Rhein, Boppard, and Mainz.

  • Family
  • River Cruise
  • Fully Guided

By CroisiEurope River Cruises
CroisiEurope is a global river cruise company offering affordable yet comfortable cruises throughout the world. They provide a mix of all-inclusive and à la carte options, with a strong emphasis on regional cuisine and cultural experiences.



$953
on TourRadar

Organized by CroisiEurope River Cruises 4 Days Start/End in Strasbourg 3 Destinations
  • Great Value: the daily price is lower than average for Christmas market tours in France.
  • High Quality: guest ratings are higher than average.
  • Great for Foodies

starstarstarstarstar 5.0 rating

Age Range: 1 to 99
Maximum Group Size: 160
Price per Day: $238

This tour visits Strasbourg, Boppard, and Mainz.

  • Family
  • River Cruise
  • Fully Guided

By CroisiEurope River Cruises
CroisiEurope is a global river cruise company offering affordable yet comfortable cruises throughout the world. They provide a mix of all-inclusive and à la carte options, with a strong emphasis on regional cuisine and cultural experiences.



$953
on TourRadar

Organized by CroisiEurope River Cruises 4 Days Start/End in Strasbourg 4 Destinations
  • Great Value: the daily price is lower than average for Christmas market tours in France.
  • High Quality: guest ratings are higher than average.
  • Efficient: you'll cover a variety of destinations swiftly.
  • Great for Foodies

starstarstarstarstar 5.0 rating

Age Range: 1 to 99
Maximum Group Size: 160
Price per Day: $238

This tour visits Strasbourg, Rudesheim am Rhein, Boppard, and Mainz.

  • Family
  • River Cruise
  • Fully Guided

By CroisiEurope River Cruises
CroisiEurope is a global river cruise company offering affordable yet comfortable cruises throughout the world. They provide a mix of all-inclusive and à la carte options, with a strong emphasis on regional cuisine and cultural experiences.



$953
on TourRadar

Organized by CroisiEurope River Cruises 4 Days Start/End in Strasbourg 4 Destinations
  • High Quality: guest ratings are higher than average.
  • Efficient: you'll cover a variety of destinations swiftly.
  • Great for Foodies

starstarstarstarstar 5.0 rating

Age Range: 1 to 99
Maximum Group Size: 160
Price per Day: $298

This tour visits Strasbourg, Rudesheim am Rhein, Boppard, and Mainz.

  • Family
  • River Cruise
  • Fully Guided

By CroisiEurope River Cruises
CroisiEurope is a global river cruise company offering affordable yet comfortable cruises throughout the world. They provide a mix of all-inclusive and à la carte options, with a strong emphasis on regional cuisine and cultural experiences.



$1,193
on TourRadar

Organized by Collette 9 Days London to Paris 3 Destinations
  • In Depth: you'll spend a longer amount of time in each place.
  • Great for Foodies

starstarstarstarstar 4.3 rating

Age Range: 5 to 99
Maximum Group Size: 44
Price per Day: $400

  • Family
  • Fully Guided

By Collette
Collette is a long-established tour operator offering guided tours with a balance of structured sightseeing and free time. Their trips range from classic group tours to small-group explorations, faith-based travel, and luxury options. They emphasize comfort, cultural immersion, and local experiences, often including unique dining and hands-on activities.



$3,599
on TourRadar

Organized by CroisiEurope River Cruises 6 Days Start/End in Nantes 7 Destinations
  • Efficient: you'll cover a variety of destinations swiftly.
  • Great for Foodies

starstarstarstarstar 4.0 rating

Age Range: 1 to 99
Maximum Group Size: 160
Price per Day: $338

This tour visits Nantes, St-Nazaire, Ancenis, Angers, Bouchemaine, Azay-le-Rideau, and Chinon.

  • Family
  • River Cruise
  • Fully Guided

By CroisiEurope River Cruises
CroisiEurope is a global river cruise company offering affordable yet comfortable cruises throughout the world. They provide a mix of all-inclusive and à la carte options, with a strong emphasis on regional cuisine and cultural experiences.



$2,027
on TourRadar

Why does France appeal to Christmas market enthusiasts?

France is famous for its Christmas markets, which blend festive cheer with traditional craftsmanship. Paris, Bordeaux, and Cannes are foodie destinations with fantastic cuisine and world-class restaurants. Paris is known for its world-renowned cuisine, iconic landmarks, trendsetting fashion, and dynamic markets. These tours let you dive into the best markets and holiday destinations in a convenient way at an affordable price. You'll travel stress-free while creating amazing holiday memories.

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How much do Christmas Market Tours in France cost?

The average daily price of Christmas Market Tours in France is $282 per day. Prices can vary widely due to the included amenities, length of the trip, number of guests on the tour, and many other factors. If you want more information about prices, we have put together a complete analysis of the costs of Christmas Market Tours in France here.


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Which Tour Companies Offer Christmas Market Tours?

A number of fantastic tour companies offer Christmas market tours in France. These are a few of the best, because they offer the highest rated service, provide the best overall quality, and have the most five-star guest reviews to prove it.

CroisiEurope River Cruises

Focusing on river cruise tours through France, Germany, Cambodia, and Vietnam, CroisiEurope River Cruises is a well established tour provider. Most participants on their tours are adults and their tours range in length from 2 days to 3 weeks. Some of their offerings cater to families with children. This company's tour offerings are generally priced lower than others, which makes them attractive for budget travelers.

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Collette

Collette logo Collette is a large international travel company offering tours all over the world. Some of their most popular destinations include the U.S., Italy, Great Britain, and France. The company appeals to travelers of all ages, with many tours focusing on families with children. Many of the tours fall into the mid-range price category. The company's adventures often highlight activities such as wine tasting, island hopping, and camping.

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Christmas Markets Destinations in France

Wondering where christmas markets tours visit in France? With a variety of stops and destinations along the way, there's something for everyone.

Strasbourg

Strasbourg is located in the northeastern part of France near the German border. You'll find both French and German influences in the food, architecture, and culture and the city is considered on of the most beautiful in the region. It is also filled with impressive landmarks, many of which are found in the old town.

Paris

Paris is not only the capital city of France, but it is one of Europe's most iconic cities. For many visitors, its a dream destination that is filled with wide boulevards, charming cafes, and world class landmarks. The food is widely recognized as some of the best in the world. The city sits along the River Seine, and a stroll down the river at night is a quintessential Parisian experience.

Rouen

Rouen is the capital city of the northern region of Normandy. It sits along the Seine River and is a historical and beautiful city that is fun to explore. There are many Gothic churches as well as pedestrian streets and half-timbered houses.

Honfleur

Honfleur is located in Normandy and it sits on the estuary of the Seine River by the English Channel. The Vieux Bassin is the old harbor, and many consider it to be one of the most beautiful harbors in the area. The town is filled with centuries old townhouses as well as churches and historic landmarks.

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Other popular destinations for christmas markets tours through France include Les Andelys, Angers, St-Nazaire, Azay-le-Rideau, and Chinon.


Christmas Market Tours vs. Independent Travel: Pros and Cons

If you're debating whether to plan your trip solo or join a guided tour, take some time to reflect on the pros and cons of both options.

Pros
  • Let someone else organize the trip, don't worry about logistics
  • Many tours will make your reservations and schedule transportation for you, so you can avoid the hassle
  • Guides know which markets have the best atmosphere.
  • Make new friends by meeting like-minded travelers.
Cons
  • Schedules may limit your flexibility.
  • Weather problems might limit what you see during the tour.


Pros
  • More flexibility over your schedule.
  • More time to make purchases at the shops
Cons
  • More work to plan a route to visit the best markets.
  • You need to know the market schedules ahead of time.
  • Hotels fill up quickly during the holiday season.


Which is cheaper?

Is traveling independently less expensive than taking guided Christmas market tours? The answer isn't straightforward. Guided tours often include services like hotels, transportation, meals, entry tickets, guides, and activities, all of which you would need to arrange and pay for individually if traveling on your own. To determine the cost difference, you'd need to compare the total cost of the tour package with the cost of booking everything separately. You may prefer a less expensive hotel or splurge on dining, so the cost of a tour could either save you money or cost you more. Be sure to review what's included in the tour package before making your comparison.

Also, before booking a tour, make sure you know exactly what is included as tour companies sometimes change their itineraries or included amenities to keep them updated with seasonal changes and customer interests.

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