Christmas Markets: Edinburgh
7 days, 1 city |
Which trip type is right for you?
Essential: Room with 3+ other travelers in conveniently located hostels. For budget-conscious extroverts who love a group moment.
Plus: Room with just one other person in 3- or 4-star hotels. Perfect for people who value privacy and recharging in their own space.
Why go?
They say Edinburgh is *dreamy*, but between its pub-lined, medieval streets, its quintessentially British high tea, and its festive Christmas markets, we say it’s more than dreamy—it’s a winter wonderland.
What you'll get
- All transportation while on the trip (Note: flights to/from your tour’s starting/ending cities are not included, but you can add them)
- 5 nights in handpicked accommodations
- 5 breakfasts and 2 dinners
- An expert Tour Director and insider city tour with local guide
- 24/7 support from our travel gurus
- Entrance to East Princes Street Gardens and George Street West & Castle Street Christmas markets
Picture yourself
- Feeling quite royal as you explore Edinburgh Castle
- Ice skating on a rink lined with festive Christmas lights
- Attempting wizardry outside the school that inspired Hogwarts
- Listening to live, local music inside a cozy pub
- Shopping your way through two magical Christmas markets
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Itinerary
Day 1: Overnight flight
Board your plane and fall asleep watching Harry Potter, you’re bound for Edinburgh—a city that’s part magical charm, part dark academia, and part cozy pub.
Day 2: Arrive in Edinburgh
If a city could be your coziest Christmas sweater, Edinburgh would be it. Cobbled streets, medieval architecture, and a towering castle make way for vibrant squares and lush parks, making the city feel like one giant holiday hug.
- Meet an EF representative at the airport and head to your accommodations.
- Get the latest schedule and info from your Tour Director.
- Enjoy a Welcome Dinner with your group at an authentic local spot.
Accommodations
We handpick every accommodation and focus on locations and properties where local culture is at your doorstep. Specific accommodations will vary based on your departure date, but these are frequently used properties for this tour.
Brooks Hotel Edinburgh
This boutique hotel is located in the west end of Edinburgh. Guests will enjoy an onsite courtyard and a cozy lounge area. Nearby, you’ll find Old Town, the Royal Mile, and Fountain Park.
The Hoxton Edinburgh
This elegant hotel is located in the Haymarket neighborhood of Edinburgh. Guests will enjoy a trattoria and onsite cinema. Nearby, you’ll find the West End, Princes Street, and Edinburgh Castle.
Customize with excursions
Enhance your experience with hand-picked optional excursions—designed to add adventure, culture, and unforgettable moments to your journey.
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Flights
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Reviews
Overall average based on 4 traveler ratings
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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...
This trip was my first EF trip and it absolutely blew it out of the water !! Our tour director, Julia, was fabulous and had amazing energy the entire trip. She was very knowledgeable about all the places we visited and made navigating the city easy. Even when one of the optional...
I've been to Edinburgh with my family a few times before this trip and this is entirely different! The markets and lights were worth the cold! Our guide Jaime was great at finding extra excursions for us to try and was willing to hang out with us every other night!! The only...
This trip was amazing! One thing is that there is A LOT of walking. On the city sight seeing you’re walking for about 3 hours and then when you go to the Xmas market, there’s more walking so please bring comfy shoes! Boots will hurt your feet, believe me! We had free time but...
Select trip date
| Date | Trip type | Price |
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| 2026 | ||
$1,859, $200 off $2,059 | ||
$1,859, $200 off $2,059 | ||
| 2027 | ||
$2,059 | ||
$2,059 | ||
$2,059 | ||
$2,059 | ||
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