Are you dreaming of a white Christmas? Look no further.

Does all this Christmas in July talk have you craving a white Christmas? Well look no further, because we’ve found just the thing.

Think stunning Christmas markets, spiked hot chocolates and jaw-dropping views of snow-covered landscapes.

And really, nothing is quite like the seasonal colours of Europe. Countries like Germany, Austria and Switzerland celebrate Christmas like no other with festive cheer filling every street. Christmas there isn’t just a holiday, it’s a feeling.

Luckily for you, a few of The Travel Corporation’s brands have some Winter itineraries perfect for escaping the Aussie heat.

Trafalgar’s brand-spanking-new Enchanting France guided holiday features a ton of “pinch me” moments – like pretending to be a king at 18th-century Chateau de Beauvois, where you’ll stay for two nights.

Prauge Christmas Market

Then, savour the sights and smells of Strasbourg at the oldest Christmas market in France and join a local family on their farm near the famous Château de Villandry for a traditional three-course Tourangelle dinner accompanied by local wines. Yep, sign us up.

For a luxurious Christmas break, hop on board a boutique river cruise from Uniworld – the Parisian Royal Holiday itinerary through Northern France is sure to have you swooning.

Holiday Markets France

Check out the grand Christmas tree at Notre Dame, enchanting animated window displays on Boulevard Haussmann and the gloriously lit trees lining the Champs-Élysées – all of which infuse Paris with magic.

Or visit the best of Europe’s great highlights through Germany, Austria, Liechtenstein and Switzerland on a nine-day trip with Insight Vacations! You’ll lose yourself in the festive atmosphere on this Winter Wonderland itinerary. Promise.

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Enjoy a delightful horse-drawn carriage ride surrounded by the mountains and valleys of Tyrol in Innsbruck before walking through the formal gardens of Mirabell Palace in Salzburg where the ‘Do, Re, Mi’ scene was filmed for ‘The Sound of Music.’ Worth it? We think so.

For a tailor-made experience, embark on the Great Ice Bear trip with Adventure World Travel. Basically, this seven-day extravaganza combines observing polar bears on the ground at Dymond Lake Lodge and a Tundra Buggy day tour in Churchill. We know, it’s amazing.

Canadian Artic

In addition to other wildlife (Arctic fox, Arctic hare and maybe the elusive wolverine), highlights include daily hikes, presentations by specialist guides, and northern lights shows.

For something a little different, check out Contiki’s Eastern Quest tour through East Europe!

You’ll swing past the city that inspired one of the greatest love stories of all time, Verona, plus stop at the gothic cathedrals and castles of Prague, a must-stop spot on any European bucket list. Combine this with a couple days in the Swiss Alps and you’ve got yourself a killer winter trip!

Swiss Alps

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