CHRISTMAS IN EUROPE
Christmas and New Year in Europe
Traveling to Europe during Christmas and New Year is experiencing magic at its finest. Lights decorate every street, traditional markets embrace you with warm aromas, and history comes alive through carols and snowflakes. Each country celebrates in its own way, yet all share an atmosphere that blends beauty, tradition, and joy. From a toast in Paris to a night in Rome, each destination leaves a mark on the heart. Europe in December is not just visited—it’s felt.
Includes:
- Accommodation in T/P category hotels
- Daily breakfast
- Tour guide throughout the entire journey
- Basic travel insurance
- Tourist coach transportation
- Airport - Hotel - Airport transfers
- Vaporetto transfers in Venice
- Local guide tours in Madrid, Paris, Venice, Florence, Rome, and Barcelona
- Air tickets MDE-MAD-MDE
- Baggage: 1 checked suitcase (23kg) + 1 personal item (40x30x15cm) per passenger
- International medical assistance up to 69 years old (supplement applies from 70 years)
Not Include:
- Unspecified expenses and/or services
- Unspecified meals
- Optional tours
- Venice tourist tax EUR 5 per person (to be paid directly at destination)
- Unspecified baggage
Travel Dates:
- From December 20, 2025 to January 05, 2026.
Departure on international flight to Madrid. Overnight onboard.
Arrival at Madrid-Barajas airport. Transfer to the hotel. Accommodation.
Breakfast. Departure to San Sebastián, one of the most beautiful cities in Spain. Free time to stroll through its old town. Continue towards the French Pyrenees region. Free time to attend the impressive Torchlight Procession (not held every day) and visit the Holy Grotto where, according to tradition, the Virgin appeared to Bernadette. Accommodation.
Breakfast. Departure through beautiful landscapes of the French countryside to Blois, a historic city located on the banks of the Loire and one of the most representative enclaves of the region, with its important Royal Castle. Free time. Accommodation.
Breakfast. Departure to the French capital. Arrival and panoramic tour of the City of Light, including the Champs-Élysées, Arc de Triomphe, Eiffel Tower, Île de la Cité, etc. Brief stop to visit the Miraculous Medal Chapel. Free afternoon for personal activities. Accommodation at the designated hotel.
Accommodation and breakfast. Free day for optional excursions and to continue exploring this fascinating city.
Breakfast. Departure to Dijon, a city world-famous for its mustard. You can stroll through its medieval historic center where one of France’s oldest museums is located, the Museum of Fine Arts. Then continue to Switzerland. Arrival in Zurich. Free time to walk around this beautiful Swiss city. Accommodation.
Breakfast and departure to Lucerne, located on the shores of Lake Lucerne, with well-preserved medieval buildings, squares, and alleys. Optional excursion to Mount Titlis: take a cable car to the snowy peaks of the Swiss Alps, enjoy breathtaking views and snow activities. At the appointed time, travel to Venice, one of the most beautiful cities in the world. Accommodation at the hotel.
Breakfast. Morning dedicated to visiting Venice, a city of 118 islands. Vaporetto transfer to St. Mark’s Square. Walking tour of St. Mark’s Square, Doge’s Palace, Bridge of Sighs, etc. Free time to explore the labyrinthine streets and canals, admire the contrast between the palaces on the Grand Canal and small churches. Optional gondola ride suggested. At the appointed time, departure to Padua, known for Saint Anthony. Visit the cathedral. Continue to Florence. Accommodation.
Breakfast. Panoramic tour of the city, cradle of the Renaissance and the Italian language. Walk through this city full of art, history, and culture, admiring the Cathedral of Santa Maria del Fiore, the Campanile, and the Baptistery with the famous Gates of Paradise, where Michelangelo and Dante once walked. Continue to Assisi to visit the city and the Basilica of St. Francis. Then proceed to Rome, the Eternal City. Accommodation.
Breakfast. Free day for an optional full-day excursion to Capri, Naples, and Pompeii. Discover Naples, Italy’s most typical city; Capri, a picturesque Mediterranean island; and Pompeii, the legendary and mythological Roman city. Accommodation.
Breakfast and departure to Vatican City to attend the Papal Audience (if the Pope is in Rome). Then a panoramic tour of Imperial Rome, including the Roman Forum, Colosseum, Arch of Constantine, Piazza Venezia, and St. Peter’s Square in Vatican City. Free time to visit the Vatican Museums and Michelangelo’s masterpiece, the Sistine Chapel. Accommodation.
Breakfast. Departure to Pisa. Stop at the Piazza dei Miracoli to admire the stunning monumental complex including the Cathedral, Baptistery, and the famous Leaning Tower. Continue to Nice, capital of the French Riviera. Accommodation. We suggest enjoying the vibrant atmosphere of this cosmopolitan city or joining an optional excursion to Monaco, Monte Carlo, and its famous casino.
Breakfast. Brief panoramic tour of the city. Continue to Nimes; free time for lunch. Proceed to the Spanish border via Provence and its excellent highways. Arrival in Barcelona. Accommodation. We recommend enjoying the city’s vibrant nightlife.
Breakfast. Morning panoramic tour of the city with a local guide, including its most iconic and picturesque places. Departure to Zaragoza. Free time to visit the Basilica of Our Lady of the Pillar, patroness of Hispanity, and explore the old town. In the afternoon, continue to Madrid. Accommodation.
Breakfast. Continue with the panoramic tour of the city with a local guide, visiting Plaza de España, Cibeles Fountain, Plaza de Oriente, Puerta de Alcalá, University City, etc. Free afternoon to continue exploring or join an optional tour to Toledo. Accommodation.
Breakfast and, at the scheduled time, transfer to the airport to board the return flight.
Important Notes:
- This quotation does not serve as a reservation.
- Rates are subject to change without prior notice.
- Rates are subject to availability at the time of booking.
- If the date changes, the quote will also change.
- Rates apply for payments in pesos at the TRM of the day.
- For credit card payments, a 5% increase applies.
- Tickets must be paid in Colombian pesos.
- Airfares are subject to change until the formal moment of booking.
- Members associated with the EPM employees' fund (FEPEP) receive a 5% discount on Land Portions.
- If you are part of a corporate agreement, please check with your advisor the percentage of discount applicable on Land Portions. (Not valid for promotions)