Where to go for the New Year 2021 in Russia and where to visit abroad? We have selected the most exciting routes for Christmas and New Year's holidays, which will not only be interesting in terms of prices for schoolchildren and adults, but also give impressions of the program with experienced Russian-speaking guides.
In addition, all routes are drawn up exclusively individually, you will see all the sights from a completely different side than the "trodden" tourist routes, which are fed up with an abundance of general information.
New Year's holidays are approaching, and very soon people will bustle on the streets of the city, squares and shops will sparkle with the bewitching light of New Year's garlands, and tangerines and pine needles will smell from any corner. The magical and fabulous atmosphere will be picked up by the winter wind, and, together with the snowflakes, will spread throughout the city, so that every resident can feel the approach of the New Year.
It has long been customary to celebrate the New Year and Christmas holidays in the family circle, but there is no tradition of staying at home. So why not get everyone together and go to look for your New Year's fairy tale far away?
- Attention: we try to book walks in advance, guides need to draw up lists of tourists in advance, besides, these programs are popular, there are very few places.
Walking Christmas Stockholm
First of all, we advise you to relax on New Year's Eve abroad, here they organize large-scale events that you will remember for many years. You can walk along the amazing, as if descended from a Christmas postcard, streets of magnificent Sweden as part of the excursion “Walk along the Christmas Stockholm”.
Tourists will be offered:
- Visit the Old Town, where the already mesmerizing streets, shimmering with the lights of garlands and decorations, will give a festive mood and unforgettable photographs.
- Stroll through the well-known holiday bazaar of Stockholm, treat yourself to traditional gingerbread cookies and wash them down with a glass of local preparation. As gifts and souvenirs, purchase handicrafts of Stockholm masters.
- Get acquainted with the traditions of Swedish cuisine, learn all the most interesting about the pride of the country - cheeses, and much more.
The cost of the walk is from 110 € for a group of 1 to 10 people.
The magic of Christmas Warsaw
For those who like to visit the sights as an individual excursion, we recommend that you consider an interesting program in Warsaw with an experienced Russian-speaking guide. With the advent of the festive mood, the lights are turned on in Warsaw and the city begins to shine with magic. It's impossible not to get into the Christmas spirit as you stroll past gleaming buildings, ornate squares and welcoming Poles.
The tour includes:
- Walk through the snow-covered Warsaw, with its squares, castles, and temples decorated with incredible Christmas nativity scenes.
- Tasting hot chocolate in one of the colorful local cafes, seasoned with interesting urban legends for a complete immersion in the festive atmosphere of the city.
- Shopping for souvenirs and gifts at the Christmas market, a trip to the Royal Garden of Light - Wilanów and many festive surprises from the princess of Europe - the great Warsaw.
The cost of travel 125 € for 1-2 people.
Christmas Amsterdam and Dutch holiday traditions
Amsterdam during the New Year holidays, he dresses up and completely reincarnates, turning into one large fabulous festive decoration. Here you can meet Santa on a White horse, or see circus performances. There are countless Christmas surprises around the city around every corner. As part of an excursion with a fascinating guide, you can get acquainted with:
- A famous flower market, whose splendor is joined by festive lights, creating an indescribable symphony of colors and light.
- Dam Square, Red Light District and the Royal Palace.
- Christmas traditions of Amsterdam, unforgettable tastes of chocolate and festive mulled wine, and a bunch of interesting things.
Price 156 € for a group of 1-10 people.
Walk with Santa Claus in New Year's Moscow
For those who like to relax on New Year 2021 and Christmas in Russia, we recommend booking a tour of the capital. Words cannot describe how it transforms Moscow on the eve of the New Year holidays! How the lights on the trees are lit and the smiles on the faces of people! The festive excursion will introduce you to:
- New Year's decoration of Red Square, Resurrection Gate and Manezhnaya Square, with New Year's fairs and street performances.
- Vasilievsky descent and the mesmerizing festive decoration of the Cathedral of St. Basil the Blessed.
- A soaring bridge in the new Zaryadye park, which will open up magnificent panoramic views of one of the most beautiful cities in the world - Moscow!
The cost of walking around the city 6 thousand rubles, in a group from 1 to 20 people.
A Christmas tale in Prague traditions
Few people do not know how beautiful Prague in winter! But festive Prague will surprise even the most sophisticated and spoiled travelers. Streets and squares bursting with Christmas lights, shops and markets teeming with goodies and outlandish gifts. In the company of a professional guide, guests will see:
- Magnificent decoration of Wenceslas and Hradcany squares, welcoming guests with festive trees, fairy trolls, carriages and bright lights.
- Quiet and homely decorated streets of the Old Town, with small shops, workshops and cozy restaurants that warmly open their doors to visitors.
- The splendid Old Town Square and the famous Chocolate Museum. Even the most adult and serious visitors here turn into children - sweet tooth.
An experienced Russian-speaking guide will organize an excursion for the New Year in Prague. The cost of the walk is 94 €, groups from 1 to 4 people.
Christmas photo session in Berlin
The indescribable atmosphere of the German capital sets its guests up for a festive mood in a special way. Yes, an experienced guide has already prepared an excellent route for all readers of our blog. Berlin... The Christmas lights are brighter here, the baked goods are tastier, and the people are more welcoming than anywhere else. A guide who offers guests a program in Russian will help you to feel the indescribable festive atmosphere:
- Walk through the traditional German Christmas markets, with attractions and carousels, pastries and sweets, decorations and souvenirs
- Savor the gastronomic delights of traditional German cuisine in cosily decorated pubs or restaurants.
- Feel the amazing Christmas warmth in the middle of the snow-covered capital and take unforgettable photographs against the backdrop of the sights.
The cost of the walk 100 €, groups of 1 to 5 people.
New Year's Tale of St. Petersburg
Are you planning to relax on New Year's holidays in Peter? Then we advise you to select hotels and book flights now.
When choosing excursions for the New Year 2021 in Russia, you should pay attention to the enchanting St. Petersburg. It is here that the royal traditions of the New Year celebration come to life. Snow-covered roofs, beautiful bridges - everything here is entwined with luminous necklaces of garlands and jewelry!
The excursion will present:
- Fabulous decoration of the most beautiful squares of the city, palaces and embankments, cathedrals and bridges
- Merry fairs with delicious gingerbread and hot tea from old samovars, street performers and wonderful illumination for holiday photographs
Price 765 rubles per person, group up to 30 people.
Christmas glitter in imperial Vienna
When choosing an excursion for the New Year holidays abroad, you should pay attention to the brilliant capital of Austria Vienna... European architecture in the best colors of Christmas will impress even the most demanding tourists. Excursions in Vienna for the New Year holidays offer:
- Leisurely walks through the snow-covered streets, framed by sparkling garlands of New Year's lights and adorned with incredibly beautiful Christmas nativity scenes
- Visiting the old market on Freyung, and numerous festive fairs at the Town Hall, on the Spittelberg, at the Schönbrunn Palace, at the Belvedere, where you can taste festive dishes of local cuisine and buy amazing souvenirs
- Sightseeing, which in the light of the pre-holiday bustle will remain in your memory forever
The cost of the walk 216 €, groups from 1 to 6 people.
The magic of German gala fairs
Excursion to Munich for the Christmas holidays, this is a real reason to get together with the whole family and see the city during this period. The spirit of Christmas is everywhere, and every shop or bar owner does his best to create an original sparkling work of art. If you are still in doubt about which excursions to take in Munich for the January weekend, we definitely recommend:
- Truly plunge into the festive atmosphere by visiting the theme fairs in the main square, the Medieval Market, the children's fair and the unique Christmas crèche fair.
- See the sights that sparkle in the light of the Christmas lights and take memorable pictures.
Program cost 120 €, groups of 1 to 5 people with a Russian-speaking guide.
A Christmas tale in Barcelona
The period of Christmas in Catalonia is full of mysterious traditions. Barcelona decorate in a special way, brightly, colorfully and using a variety of flower garlands and lights. We advise you to go on vacation first of all with children, this winter season it will be noisy and fun here. The tour includes:
- Walking tour of the famous Gothic Quarter, which mesmerizes tourists at first sight
- Visit holiday fairs and nativity scenes, spiced with entertaining stories about local traditions of celebrating Christmas and New Years
Price 75 €, groups of up to 4 people.
Christmas market at an old farm in Paris
So Paris not many have seen! Festive fairs have long been held on the old farm, bringing a lot of interesting things to them. Sparkling decorations, fun performances, amazing souvenirs and delicious treats are just a part of the excursion program, which we advise you to see with your own eyes and feel the atmosphere.
- Visiting an exhibition in an old church, where a private collection of nativity scenes from around the world is exhibited as exhibits
- Tasting of local delicacies, sweets and hot wine, as well as the best souvenirs and handmade jewelry by local craftsmen
Price 20 €, groups of up to 15 people.
The variety of options for holding the New Year holidays can turn your head, because it is so difficult to decide which excursions are best to book for the New Year. Nevertheless, we advise you to trust our selection, which we have compiled exclusively from our experience of attending events in person, checking all the routes that left an indelible impression of what we saw.
