Christmas Magic in Colmar & Strasbourg

The Yes Getaways Christmas Magic in Colmar & Strasbourg package includes round-trip flights, 8 nights of hotel accommodation (2 nights in Basel, 3 nights in Colmar, and 3 nights in Strasbourg), airport transfers on arrival and departure in Basel, 3 train tickets (Basel to Colmar, Colmar to Strasbourg, and Strasbourg to Basel), and all taxes and fees related to the booking.

Train tickets are included for all three rail connections.

• Basel to Colmar: approximately 45 minutes
• Colmar to Strasbourg: approximately 30 minutes
• Strasbourg to Basel: approximately 1 hour 20 minutes

All trains depart from and arrive at central railway stations, making it easy to travel between cities without needing a car. The hotels included in this package are selected for their convenient locations in or near the historic centres, within walking distance or a short taxi ride from the train stations. No additional transfers between train stations and hotels are included.

No. Basel, Colmar, and Strasbourg are all compact and easy to explore on foot, particularly the historic centres where the Christmas markets are located. Public transport is excellent in Basel and Strasbourg, while Colmar is best explored on foot. Your train tickets between cities are already included, making a rental car unnecessary for this itinerary.

The package includes a selection of 3 to 5-star hotels, depending on the option selected. All properties are chosen for their location in or near the historic centres, allowing easy access to the Christmas markets and main attractions.

The package price varies depending on the hotel selected. Exact hotel options are displayed when you click your preferred travel date in the booking calendar. If you have specific preferences or would like to discuss upgrades, the Yes Getaways team will be happy to assist before booking.

Breakfast depends on the hotel and room type selected. Some hotels and rates include breakfast, while others are offered on a room-only basis.

The room details displayed during the booking process will confirm whether breakfast is included for your selected option.

Lunch, dinner, and other meals are not included, giving you the flexibility to discover the region's excellent cafés, traditional Alsatian restaurants, and festive Christmas Market food stalls. From Swiss specialities in Basel to tarte flambée, choucroute, gingerbread, and mulled wine in Colmar and Strasbourg, you'll have plenty of opportunities to experience the local cuisine throughout your trip.

Yes, round-trip flights are included. You will arrive in Basel and return home from Basel at the end of your holiday.

The package price varies depending on your departure airport, and alternative departure cities may be available on request.

Checked luggage is not always included and depends on the airline and fare selected. Please confirm baggage allowances during the booking process. Seat selection and cabin upgrades may also be available for an additional charge, subject to availability.

The train tickets included in this package are arranged to match your hotel itinerary. If you would like to travel on a different departure or another day, please contact the Yes Getaways team before booking and we'll check what options may be available.

Changes requested after booking may incur additional costs depending on the fare conditions and availability.

No. Local city taxes are not included and are payable directly to each hotel during your stay.

Colmar is widely regarded as one of Europe's most enchanting Christmas destinations. Its six Christmas Markets are spread throughout the beautifully decorated Old Town, each offering handcrafted gifts, festive food, local wines, and traditional Alsatian specialities.

Strasbourg, known as the Capital of Christmas, hosts one of the oldest and most famous Christmas markets in Europe. Hundreds of decorated wooden chalets fill Place Broglie, Place Kléber, Place Gutenberg, and the area surrounding Strasbourg Cathedral, creating an unforgettable festive atmosphere.

Basel's Christmas Market is considered one of Switzerland's finest, with festive stalls spread across Barfüsserplatz and Münsterplatz beneath the city's magnificent cathedral.

This itinerary is specially designed for the Christmas season, with departures in late November and early December, when Colmar, Strasbourg, and Basel are transformed by some of Europe's most beautiful Christmas Markets. The festive lights, traditional wooden chalets, seasonal food, and holiday entertainment create a magical atmosphere that can only be experienced during this time of year.

While these destinations are wonderful to visit year-round, this package is designed to let you experience the Christmas season in Alsace at its very best.

If you would like to visit outside the Christmas season, simply contact the Yes Getaways team and we'll be happy to create a similar itinerary for your preferred travel dates.

No. All activities are optional and available at an additional cost.

Popular excursions include guided walking tours of Colmar and Strasbourg, visits to nearby Alsatian villages such as Riquewihr and Eguisheim, wine tasting experiences along the Alsace Wine Route, Château du Haut-Kœnigsbourg, river cruises in Strasbourg, and day trips into Germany's Black Forest.

Tours can be added during the booking process or arranged after booking by contacting the Yes Getaways team.

December is cold throughout Basel, Colmar, and Strasbourg, with daytime temperatures generally ranging between 0°C and 7°C (32°F to 45°F). Frost is common, and snowfall is possible throughout the festive season.

Warm layers, a waterproof winter coat, gloves, and comfortable walking shoes are recommended to fully enjoy the Christmas markets.

Yes to all three. The Yes Getaways team can add extra nights in Basel, Colmar, or Strasbourg, or customise your itinerary with additional destinations throughout France, Switzerland, or neighbouring countries.

If you are travelling solo, a single supplement applies. You can check solo pricing by changing the number of travellers from two to one in the booking calendar before viewing available dates and prices.

US and Canadian passport holders do not currently require a visa for tourist visits to France or Switzerland. Both countries are members of the Schengen Area, allowing stays of up to 90 days within a 180-day period without a visa.

Your passport should be valid for at least six months beyond your return date. Entry requirements may change, and travellers are responsible for checking the latest government travel advice before departure.

⚠️ Please note that if your itinerary includes a transit or layover in the United Kingdom, you will be required to obtain an Electronic Travel Authorisation (ETA) before travel. Entry requirements can change, and it is the traveler's responsibility to verify current visa, passport, and transit requirements before departure through their government's official travel advisory website.

Yes. Colmar, Strasbourg, and Basel are among Western Europe's most popular and safest tourist destinations. As with any major destination, visitors should remain aware of their belongings in busy areas such as Christmas markets, railway stations, and city centres.

Travellers should also check their government's latest travel advisories before departure.

The land portion of your package is refundable if cancelled at least 14 days prior to the originally scheduled travel date. After this period, refundability is subject to the individual providers' cancellation policies and, as a general rule, the package becomes non-refundable. A $75 administration fee per person applies to cancellations regardless of the timing or reason for cancellation.

Airfare is non-refundable once tickets have been issued, and any changes or cancellations are subject to the applicable airline fare rules.

Travel insurance with cancellation and trip interruption coverage is strongly recommended, particularly for winter travel.

For general support, contact the Yes Getaways team every day between 4:00 AM and 8:00 PM Eastern Time. An emergency contact number is also provided in your travel documents. For local emergencies in France or Switzerland, dial 112.