SET your sights on a delightful European holiday to cap off 2024. There is no better time than the less crowded autumn and winter seasons to soak in the atmosphere, savour the cuisine and engage in the local culture. Trafalgar together with its sister brands, Insight Vacations and Costsaver offer tour packages that delight travellers of different preferences.

Be it a family and friends getaway, a solo trip or a retirement treat, these travel brands cater to a wide range of interests and travel styles. Itineraries are carefully curated for unique and unforgettable adventures and immersive cultural encounters. Rothenburg ob der Tauber, Germany In the heart of Germany, Rothenburg ob der Tauber is a magnificent Christmas holiday destination.

This medieval fairytale town features the 500-year-old Reiterlesmarkt, one of Germany’s oldest markets. This well-preserved tradition from the 15th century continues to delight travellers with Christmas carols, intricately designed handmade trinkets and homemade German delicacies. Travellers can check out Trafalgar’s 8D German Christmas Markets tour for a unique holiday experience.

Panoramic view of picturesque Salzburg on a wintry evening Salzburg, Austria In winter, Salzburg transforms into a Christmas wonderland, with its 500-year-old Christmas market and aromatic smell of gingerbread uplifting holiday spirits. It is the birthplace of Mozart and home to the famed filming locations of ‘The Sound of Music’ which are worth exploring w.