York Christmas Market

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Experience the magic of Christmas with a festive day trip to the beautiful city of York and its popular Christmas Market. With twinkling lights, traditional wooden chalets and the historic streets of York providing the perfect backdrop, it’s a wonderful way to get into the festive spirit and enjoy some Christmas shopping.

During your visit you’ll have plenty of free time to explore the Christmas Market and York city centre at your own pace. Browse stalls filled with gifts, crafts and festive treats, enjoy seasonal food and warming drinks, or wander through York’s famous medieval streets including The Shambles. You’ll also have time to explore the city’s shops, cafés and landmarks, making it ideal for Christmas shopping or simply enjoying the festive atmosphere.

Travel in comfort with Horizon Travel Group aboard one of our modern coaches, with convenient local pick-up points available. Sit back, relax and let us take care of the journey while you enjoy a memorable festive day in one of England’s most beautiful historic cities.

Pickup Locations

We are operating two coaches for this tour, with each coach serving different pick-up areas. Your coach will be automatically allocated based on the pick-up location selected when booking. Please see below for the pick-up locations served by each coach.

Coach 1 Pickup Locations

  • Swadlincote Bus Station
  • Ashby Market StreetOutside (Birds Bakery)
  • Coalville Clock Tower

Coach 2 Pickup Locations

  • Ilkeston Market PlaceBus Stop 3, Warncliffe Road
  • Heanor Market PlaceMain Bus Stops
  • Long Eaton Trent StreetBus Stand next to Asda

Price Includes

  • Executive coach travel with convenient local pick-up points
  • Free time at York Christmas Market & city centre
  • Plenty of time for Christmas shopping & sightseeing
  • Friendly and professional driver throughout your journey
  • Return travel included with planned comfort stops where required

Price Excludes

  • Meals, refreshments, and personal expenses
  • Entry to attractions unless specifically stated in the trip description

What to Expect

Get into the Christmas spirit with a festive day in the heart of historic York. You’ll have plenty of free time to browse the Christmas Market, shop for gifts, enjoy seasonal food and drink, and explore the city’s beautifully decorated streets at your own pace.

  • Free time to explore York Christmas Market
  • Christmas shopping, festive food & historic city sights
  • Comfortable return coach travel with convenient pick-up points

Day Trip Itinerary

Your day will begin with departures from selected local pick-up points before we travel towards the historic city of York, with a comfort stop provided en-route where required. Upon arrival, you’ll have several hours of free time to enjoy the Christmas Market and explore the city at your leisure — browse the festive stalls, find those perfect Christmas gifts, enjoy seasonal food and drink, or wander through The Shambles and York’s historic city centre. After a wonderful festive afternoon, we’ll meet back at the designated departure point and begin our journey home, with comfort stops provided where necessary before returning to your original drop-off points later that evening.

FAQ

Can I choose my seat on the coach?

Seats are normally allocated on a first-booked basis unless otherwise stated. If you have a specific request, please contact us and we’ll do our best to help.

What happens if I need to cancel?

Cancellation terms vary depending on the trip and notice provided. Full details can be found in our Terms & Conditions before booking.

Can children travel on your day trips?

Yes — many of our trips are family friendly. Children under 16 must be accompanied by a responsible adult unless otherwise stated.

Do your coaches have toilets and air conditioning?

Our coaches all feature air conditioning, onboard toilets, reclining seats. Some also have USB charging facilities.

How early should I arrive for departure?

We recommend arriving at least 10 minutes before your scheduled departure time to allow for boarding and luggage loading.

Can I bring food and drink onboard?

Yes — light snacks and soft drinks are welcome onboard. For the comfort of all passengers, we kindly ask that hot food and alcohol are not consumed

Do you offer payment plans or PayPal Pay in 3?

Yes — trips can be booked using PayPal Pay in 3, allowing you to spread the cost over instalments. Availability will be shown during checkout.

What happens if the trip is cancelled by Horizon Travel Group?

In the unlikely event that we need to cancel a trip, you will be offered either a full refund or the option to transfer to an alternative trip, subject to availability.

Are your trips suitable for passengers with limited mobility?

We aim to make our trips as accessible as possible. If you or someone in your party has limited mobility or requires assistance, please contact us before booking so we can discuss the most suitable arrangements.

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