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Name: Edinburgh Christmas Markets December 2025
Item: Christmas Markets: Edinburgh
Rating: 5
Author: Rachel

Raise a pint in Temple Bar on St. Patrick’s Day, shop for ornaments at Prague’s Christmas market, or ring in the New Year on a beach in Phuket.

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New Year’s in Costa Rica: Costa Rica Adventure

10 days, 4 cities

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Two crooked palm trees in front of a calm shoreline with white sand and clear blue water with a green island far into the distance

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Christmas Markets: Germany, Italy & Switzerland

10 days, 4 cities

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A city square filled with a large Christmas tree, twinkling lights, small shops, and many people during dusk

New Year’s in Munich: Germany, Italy & Switzerland

10 days, 4 cities

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A large grand building with several detailed columns in the front during nighttime with multi-colored fireworks scattered across the sky

New Year’s in Quito: Ecuador & the Galápagos

11 days, 5 cities

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Carnaval in Brazil

9 days, 3 cities

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Two women in colorful costumes and headdresses joyfully walk down painted stairs with a Brazilian flag design, surrounded by greenery.

New Year’s in Florence: Venice, Florence & Rome

10 days, 3 cities

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A grand beige building with a large dark red dome during nighttime with many multicolored fireworks scattered across the sky

New Year’s in Peru: Peru & Machu Picchu Adventure

10 days, 4 cities

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A llama standing near the front of the frame with ancient ruins in the background high up in a mountain with more mountain ranges in the background

New Year’s in Thailand: Thailand Island Paradise

22 days, 7 cities

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A large boat carrying many people traveling through the water with a huge temple-like structure in the background and multicolored fireworks scattering the sky

Holi in India: The Golden Triangle

9 days, 4 cities

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A crowd of people in a cloud of colored powder

New Year’s in Paris: London & Paris Escape

8 days, 2 cities

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An extremely large beige stone arch with many detailed and symmetrical carvings all over the arch and fireworks lighting up the night sky in the background

New Year’s in Singapore: Singapore to Bangkok

11 days, 3 cities

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Edinburgh Christmas Markets December 2025

7th-time traveler Rachel

This trip was amazing for so many reasons. I loved Edinburgh; the city was so beautiful, and it was extra magical being Christmas time. I really enjoyed the Christmas markets and celebrating with the locals. I made so many great friends on this trip, I had an absolute blast! The...

Traveled in Dec 2025 on Christmas Markets: Edinburgh

Christmas wonderland

2nd-time traveler Natalie Frances

This trip was on my bucket list of wanting to do and it did not disappoint! I had so much fun with each place we stopped at. The Christmas markets were great Venice was the only one that wasn’t great but the history with the country was amazing. Georgia was an amazing tour...

Traveled in Dec 2025 on Christmas Markets: Germany, Italy & Switzerland

Now what will I do for attention?

3rd-time traveler Garrett

Running not just a marathon, but ✨the authentic marathon✨ in Athens was nothing short of an incredible experience. On this tour, you will be in the center of all things running. The expo, shake out, carb loading, Panathenaic Stadium — and of course, the run from Marathon to...

Traveled in Nov 2025 on Run Athens 2025

Life Changing Experience

3rd-time traveler Jade

Wow. This tour was indescribable. To participate in the original marathon was something I will only look back on with tears of joy. Leading up to the marathon learning the history and impact of this race is awe inspiring, having our tour guide Panagiotis by our side made the...

Traveled in Nov 2025 on Run Athens 2025

1st Time with EF

1st-time traveler Anonymous

This trip was the highlight of my year! I was so nervous in the beginning of the unknown. I had doubts on flights, stays, the people and just the overall experience I would have. I can now say with full confidence that EF has surpassed my expectations for any future trips! My...

Traveled in Sep 2025 on Germany, Italy & Switzerland: Oktoberfest

Missing it already

6th-time traveler Brittany

I had such a blast on this trip. This is my 6th EF trip and every time I'm still so nervous about the group dynamic but it works out so well every time! The trip itself was amazing! If you're a person who wants to see as much as possible, this trip is for you! It could get fast...

Traveled in Sep 2025 on Germany, Italy & Switzerland: Oktoberfest

Loved every second

2nd-time traveler Sarah

This tour was so amazing, got to see so many beautiful places and meet amazing people. Every food I tried was delicious and was able to branch out and try new foods and new drinks. I think the weather this time of year (end of September) was perfect although some rain, still...

Traveled in Sep 2025 on Germany, Italy & Switzerland: Oktoberfest

PROST to the best trip ever :)

9th-time traveler Sarah

I LOVED LOVED LOVED Oktoberfest, and I can't say enough good things about this trip. Our TD Jenci was so fun, we had a great group, and you can't beat a few days at this iconic festival. Book it, you won't regret it!

Traveled in Sep 2025 on Oktoberfest in Germany (Plus)

PROST

7th-time traveler Rachele

This was my 7th trip with ef and wow it did not disappoint. EF really makes Oktoberfest stress free with tables reservations and drink & food vouchers. The best and only way to do Oktoberfest. Also having Jenci as our TD made it 10x better.

Traveled in Sep 2025 on Oktoberfest in Germany (Plus)

Our Tour Director Was the Best!

4th-time traveler Anna

Our Tour Director Roxie made the trip so great! She sent us daily itineraries and made sure we all felt super comfortable everywhere we went. I signed up for the trip originally for Oktoberfest, but ended up actually having a better time at the other destinations on the way...

Traveled in Sep 2025 on Germany, Italy & Switzerland: Oktoberfest

The best way to do Oktobefest!

6th-time traveler Gabrielle

Sure, you can do Oktoberfest on your own, but doing it with EF is SO WORTH IT and so much fun! I loved having a group to go to the tents with. Sander, our tour director, was great and went above and beyond to make sure we had a great time :)

Traveled in Sep 2025 on Oktoberfest in Germany

Can I rate this 6 stars???

1st-time traveler Elizabeth

I never write reviews but I know there is probably someone out there reading this wondering if they should book this trip or not… this is your sign. Book the trip!! You will not regret it. People ask me what my favorite part was and I honestly can’t even point to one country or...

Traveled in Sep 2025 on Germany, Italy & Switzerland: Oktoberfest

BEST TRIP OF MY LIFE!!!!

1st-time traveler Madison

This was my first trip with EF and it was the best time of my life! From our tour director, Pao, to everyone in our group, it was truly a trip of a lifetime! I made lifelong friends and got to see and experience some of the most amazing things ever! If you're on the fence, just...

Traveled in Sep 2025 on Germany, Italy & Switzerland: Oktoberfest

PAO FOR DIRECTOR OF THE YEAR

1st-time traveler Alaina

Pao was the BEST tour director ever. This was my first EF trip and I was a little nervous as I didn’t know what to expect. She made everything so easy and made me feel safe. I had 2 friends with me to begin with and left the trip with 19 more. This was the best trip I’ve ever...

Traveled in Sep 2025 on Germany, Italy & Switzerland: Oktoberfest

European Tour + Oktoberfest!

1st-time traveler Taylor

Our tour director Julia was amazing! She made our trip through Venice, Innsbruck, Salzburg, Munich, Liechtenstein, Lucerne, and Engelberg unforgettable. From gondola rides and alpine rollercoasters to the Swiss Alps, glacier caves, and Oktoberfest, everything was seamless and...

Traveled in Sep 2025 on Germany, Italy & Switzerland: Oktoberfest

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