TORONTO, Oct. 6, 2014 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Trafalgar, (www.trafalgar.com) the Insider of guided vacations is already in the holiday spirit with their 2014/15 Europe and Britain Autumn, Winter and Spring brochure. Guests travelling with Trafalgar can celebrate the festive season in style with two Christmas Spectacular itineraries and get the ultimate Insider experience in local traditions with wonderful seasonal delights. Fairy-tale snow covered landscapes that are radiant with seasonal colours will have guests in awe and buzzing with excitement with all of the festive celebrations.
"Christmas in Europe is truly a magical time of year with winter wonderland landscapes and illuminated landmarks while the value is unbeatable compared to summer travel," says Doug Patterson, president of Trafalgar Canada. "It's a time when the streets are less crowded, the air is crisp with the seasonal smells of mulled wine, spicy gingerbread and roasting chestnuts."
Trafalgar is also offering an Early Payment Discount, giving travellers savings of up to $370 per couple off the cost of Trafalgar Europe Autumn, Winter & Spring 2014-15 trip if booked and paid in full before October 31, 2014.*
Christmas Markets of Austria, Germany & Switzerland
The 9-day Christmas Markets of Austria, Germany & Switzerland takes travellers to some of the oldest and largest holiday markets in the region, held in beautiful cities and villages throughout the three countries. Beginning in Vienna and ending in Zurich, travellers spend nights in Innsbruck, Lucerne and Munich, also making stops at Salzburg, Oberammergau and Neuschwanstein. At the markets, with stalls covered in twinkling little lights, guests can shop for handmade toys and other traditional gifts in between sipping hot apple cider and nibbling on warm gingerbread. In addition to the six Christmas markets that guests visit are a number of Trafalgar's Insider Highlights, with sightseeing that includes a visit to the Passion Play village in Oberammergau, local guides in Vienna and Salzburg and a horse and carriage ride to Neuschwanstein Castle, the beautiful palace that inspired Walt Disney's magical Sleeping Beauty castle. With departures from November 22nd- December 10th, this trip is perfect for travellers looking to experience the magic of the holiday season in Europe and still make it home in time to celebrate Christmas with family.
German Christmas Markets
Featuring some of the oldest Christmas markets in the world, the 9-day German Christmas Markets trip is ideal for travellers looking for the ultimate festive experience. Starting in Frankfurt and ending in Berlin, guests spend nights in Dresden, Erfurt and Nuremberg, while spending their days at the Christmas markets of Rothenburg, Wartburg Castle, Liepzig and more. When guests aren't sipping hot apple cider and marveling at all the handmade gifts at the market stalls, Trafalgar includes exclusive Insider Highlights and sightseeing in each destination. After a Welcome Reception in Frankfurt where travellers toast to their new friends, they'll head off on an orientation of the medieval city with their Travel Director. In Berlin, they're treated to a Unique Insight as they receive priority access to the Berlin TV Tower, with fantastic 360 degree views of the city below. In Berlin, guests will also get a sightseeing tour with a Local Guide, stopping at the Reichstag, Tiergarten and the Brandenburg Gate.
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Terms and Conditions: *Save 5 per cent when you book your Trafalgar Europe Autumn, Winter & Spring 2014-15 guided vacation (excluding east med, cruises and city breaks) and pay in full by Oct 31, 2014. Discount applies to the land portion of the tour price only. Valid on new bookings only, made between July 18 - Oct 31, 2014. Deposit is due within 3 days of booking and the balance must be paid in full on or before the discount's end date. Discount can be combined with other brochure discounts where applicable and only applies to vacations featuring the 'Early Payment Discount' in the price panel. Not combinable with LMDs.
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