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France Christmas Holidays

If the prospect of fighting for the last turkey in a packed supermarket or bickering with your in-laws this Christmas is filling you with dread, a France Christmas holiday with Original Travel might be just what you’re looking for. From seeing the City of Light decked out for the holidays to the Alps covered in snow, France at Christmas is guaranteed to be special; shop for presents at the capital’s iconic Christmas markets or sip a vin chaud in a snow-covered chalet. Let us organise your bespoke France Christmas holiday and enjoy all the magic of Christmas with none of the hassle. Joyeux Noël!
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"The Concierge were responsive and helpful on the couple of occasions we contacted them, and the hotels were great. Our favourite was Hôtel Version Maquis Santa Manza, Bonifacio - the buggy ride to the secluded beach was amazing! We really enjoyed the 4x4 tour of the Agriates desert too, and the guide was very good."
P - UK
Published on 29th September 2025
"Izzy delivered on all our expectations. Her care and attention to detail were outstanding, and her knowledge of the country and its regions was incredibly helpful. Our Concierge was super responsive to all of our requests and queries. The whole trip was superb, and we were never disappointed. The quality and professionalism of Izzy and the whole team never failed to impress. We are incredibly grateful to Original Travel for giving us such a wonderful time. Thank you."
C - UK
Published on 2nd September 2025
"Izzy has arranged a few European trips for us and she is fabulous. We have high expectations and were very happy with our trip. Our tour guide for three days was outstanding and the restaurant recommendations were exactly as we hoped. We do a lot of travel and this trip is at or near the top."
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Published on 16th May 2025
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Our travel experts know all there is to know about France Christmas holidays, so let us create the perfect tailor-made trip for you. To give you a glimpse of what could be in store, here are a few of our favourite French Christmas pastimes:


Ski in the Alps

Nothing feels more festive than spending your France Christmas holiday surrounded by snow-capped mountains. Rumour has it that Père Noel himself can be seen out on the slopes on Christmas Day. After an exciting morning skiing, enjoy Christmas dinner cooked for you in your own private chalet. Parfait!


See Paris lit up for Christmas

There’s a reason Paris has been nicknamed the City of Light, and it certainly doesn't disappoint for the festive season. Go ice skating at the Eiffel Tower, sip a chocolat chaud on the Champs-Élysées and, whatever you do on your France Christmas holiday, be sure not to miss the gorgeous Christmas tree at Galleries Lafayette.


Shop the Christmas markets in Strasbourg

Christmas markets can be found in most of France’s major cities, but none of them hold a candle to the fairytale-like markets of Strasbourg. Dating back to 1570, it’s one of Europe’s longest running Christmas markets. The city comes alive with over 300 traditional wooden chalets and Europe’s tallest Christmas tree.

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