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Experience unique festivals and holiday trips to exotic destinations with local expert guides, festivities, parades, colorful costumes, music, dancing, art, and local food. Peru has 3000 annual festivals, such as Inti Raymi in Cusco and Virgin of Candelaria in Puno, which attract tourists. Corpus Cristi in Ecuador and the Oruro Festival in Bolivia are two further South American festivals. In Central America, they commemorate the Dia de Los Muertos Kite Festival and the Alfombras Guatemala Easter Festival, whereas Mexico celebrates the Day of the Dead. The Chinese New Year, the Harbin Ice Festival, and the Ethiopia Christmas Festival are also big events. Moreover, sail through the holidays on a European Christmas market cruise with music, mulled wine, crafts, and live performances. Let us know when you're ready to start planning your festival & holiday trip adventure!

Top 10 Festival Visits & Holiday Trips for 2025-2026

Detailed ornament at a Christmas Market

Danube Christmas Markets

Budapest - Munich
8 Days from $10,790
Join an 8-day cruise from Budapest to Munich on the Scenic Amber, where you can experience enchanting Christmas markets along the Danube River. Enjoy exclusive events, such as a private concert at the historic Palais Liechtenstein, while soaking in Central Europe's rich history and festive spirit.
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Creating alfombra decorations from brightly colored sawdust for Semana Santa Holy Week Easter celebrations

Guatemala Easter Festival

8 Days from $1,717
Discover the heart of Guatemala on this exclusive 8-day tour! Celebrate the Easter Festival in the colorful streets of Antigua. Journey to the highlands, where modern Maya culture meets its past in sites such as the Chichicastenango market. Explore the villages around Lake Atitlan and return to Antigua for more exploration of this colonial city!
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Hiking the Simien Mountains

Ethiopian Christmas Festival

10 Days from $5,279
Tour the popular Historic Route in Ethiopia in January and spend an extra day in Lalibela to take part in the Christmas Festival here. Visit Gondar, take a cruise on Lake Tana, see the churches in Lalibela, and take part in a sacred festival held every year in one of Ethiopia's best places. This cultural tour of Ethiopia includes time in Addis Ababa.
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The Cathedral in Cusco

Inti Raymi Festival

8 Days from $2,794
We visit the most important Inca ruins such as Sacsayhuamán during Inti Raymi Festival, Pisac, and Ollantaytambo, and we spend two days exploring the Lost City of Machu Picchu. This is an easy paced weeklong journey perfect for anyone with a sense of curiosity and adventure.
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Harbin Ice and Snow World

Harbin Ice Festival

3 Days from $1,326
During January and February extend your China tour to include 3 days at the Harbin Ice Festival. View ice sculptures, enjoy local festivities, and visit Siberian Tiger Park.
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Aerial view of Raja Ampat

Idyllic Raja Ampat & Cenderawasih Bay

Roundtrip Denpasar
10 Days from $12,195
Uncover Indonesia’s Cenderawasih Bay and Raja Ampat on a 10-day cruise aboard the Greg Mortimer. After flying from Denpasar to Sorong, explore pristine islands, snorkel with whale sharks, dive in biodiverse waters, and experience local cultures, including visits to Wayag and Waigeo islands.
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Dancing, music and wonder at the Oruro Festival

Oruro Carnaval and Lake Titicaca

9 Days from $3,282
Experience the urban and rural environments of Bolivia on this combination tour! Take a city tour of La Paz, enjoy front row seats during the parade of dancers, tour a silver mine, and explore Lake Titicaca. These are just a few examples of what this adventure has in store for you!
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Quito Easter Festival

Quito Easter Festival

3 Days from $695
Experience Holy Week in Quito including the great and colorful procession of Good Friday with 90,000 participants winding through the streets of Quito's Old Town. Enjoy the best views of Quito's central square, Plaza de la Independencia. Explore Quito with a guide, including the Middle of the World Monument and the Pichincha Volcano.
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Mt. Fuji framed by Lake Kawaguchiko and cherry blossoms

Cherry Blossoms of Japan Cruise

Tokyo to Osaka
12 Days from $9,615
Join a 12-day cherry blossom cruise from Tokyo to Osaka on Heritage Adventurer to explore vibrant cities, historic temples, gardens, and iconic landmarks in full bloom. Visit Mount Fuji, Hiroshima, Fukuoka, and Busan to enjoy local flavors, pearl farms, and Naoshima’s art as you cruise through scenic spring landscapes.
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Top 4 North & South America Festival & Holiday Trips for 2025-2026

Trip Name From Days Summary
Inti Raymi + Inca Trail $4,271 11 Spend a few days in Cusco and the Sacred Valley during the Inti Raymi Festival every June as we acclimatize for our trek by exploring ruins and bargaining at busy Andean markets. Then, we'll hike the Inca Trail on a 4-day pilgrimage to Machu Picchu, culminating this 10-day trip with a full day in Machu Picchu.
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Corpus Christi Festival $788 3 Join thousands of Ecuadorians in Pujili for the Corpus Christi festival which features the El Danzante parades. This fiesta is a fascinating mix of Catholic and traditional religious practices and is an exhibition for the region's folkloric dance, music, cuisine, and art.
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Oruro Carnaval $1,920 3 Oruro’s Carnaval celebrations have made this mining town a colorful destination at the beginning of Lent for Bolivians and international travelers who come here for a pilgrimmage of dance, music, and storytelling.
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Rio Social Projects $141 1 Experience the famed Carnaval in Rio de Janeiro, taking in the sights and sounds of this vibrant celebration. Visit the Providencia favela and learn about social programs happening in the favela through the Morrinho Project.
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North & South American Festival Travel Guide

Local celebration, Peru

Peru Has 3,000 Annual Festivals that Beckon Travelers

Peru travel offers the chance to experience an unbelievable synthesis of festivals and celebrations varying from Christian traditions to ancestral rites, carnivals, dance contests, and grape harvest parties.
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Inti Raymi

Inti Raymi Festival in Peru

The Inti Raymi Festival is one of the most spectacular cultural events in South America. Held every June 24 in Cusco, the Inti Raymi Festival Peru honors the Inca Sun God with colorful parades, dances, and rituals. As a tourist, witnessing the Inti Raymi Festival in Peru offers a rare chance to experience living history and vibrant Andean tradition
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Tapati Festival on Easter Island

Tapati Festival is Uniquely Easter Island

During the Tapati Festival, the Rapanui (inhabitants of Easter Island) take part in this event meant to be an authentic celebration among the people, not a commercial tourist attraction. However, visitors are encouraged to observe and even participate as the entire island comes together in song and dance to celebrate.
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Guatemala Festivals Travel Guide

Easter Processions in Antigua

Guatemala Easter Festival

Experience Easter in Antigua - home to the largest celebration of this holiday in the world! Spending Easter in this city provides intimate insight into rich traditions, Guatemalan culture, as well as social & family dynamics. Travelers can participate in the celebrations alongside local people for a truly authentic experience.
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The Alfombras of the Guatemala Easter Festivals

The spectacular Easter festivals in Antigua, Guatemala are beyond comparison to anything in the northern hemisphere. One of its most striking aspects are the carpets -- or alfombras -- that adorn the processional route.
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Myan women at a market in Chichicastenango, Guatemala

Totonicapan Dance Festival

The Totonicapan Dance Festival in Guatemala celebrates the traditions and cultural heritage of the indigenous Mayan people. Visiting during the festivities will give travelers an opportunity to have a true cultural experience. This summarizes different dances performed during the event and the stories behind them.
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Celebratory flags in Mexico

Mexico Festivals!

From Mexican Independence Day to Our Lady of Guadalupe, learn more about some of Mexico's most vibrant and celebrated festivals. These colorful events are incredible ways to get a glimpse of the culture, family dynamics, and national pride. Participating alongside the local people will definitely be a highlight of any trip to this country!
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Day of the Dead

Mexico Travel: Day of the Dead Festival

Coinciding with All Saints' and All Souls' Day each November 1 and 2nd, The Day of the Dead (or El Dia de los Muertos) is one of Mexico's most significant holidays.
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10 Best European Christmas Market Cruises for 2025-2026

Trip Name From Days Summary
Iconic Christmas Markets - Cruise Only $4,139 8 Embark on an 8-day river cruise from Budapest to Nuremberg aboard the MS Amaverde, exploring festive Christmas Markets in stunning cities and charming towns. Enjoy the season's sights, sounds, and tastes, from handcrafted treasures to delightful holiday treats.
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Christmas Markets on the Rhine - Cruise Only $4,139 8 Sail the Rhine on an 8-day holiday cruise, exploring Europe’s most festive Christmas Markets from Amsterdam to Basel aboard the MS Amalucia. Sip gluhwein in Cologne, wander Strasbourg’s famed market, and witness Gengenbach’s giant Advent calendar.
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Christmas Markets on the Rhine - Cruise Only $4,539 8 Embark on an 8-day cruise from Amsterdam to Basel aboard the MS Amaviola, savoring Europe's festive Christmas Markets. Enjoy Gluhwein in Cologne, marvel at Strasbourg's historic market, and witness Gengenbach's giant Advent calendar revealing art daily at 6 PM.
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Christmas Markets on the Rhine - Cruise Only $4,139 8 Set sail on an 8-day cruise aboard MS Amacerto, exploring Europe's most enchanting Christmas Markets. From Cologne's Gothic cathedral to Strasbourg's festive charm and Gengenbach's giant Advent calendar, embrace the season's magic along the Rhine River.
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Christmas Markets on the Danube $6,124 13 Sail the Danube on a 13-day cruise aboard the MS AmaMagna through Hungary, Slovakia, Austria, Germany, and the Czech Republic. Explore festive cities and enchanting Christmas markets, savoring seasonal treats and timeless traditions.
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European Holiday Markets $4,399 8 Experience an 8-day European Holiday Market cruise along the Danube River from Nuremberg to Vienna aboard the S.S. Beatrice. Discover festive cities and charming villages with holiday lights. Visit Nuremberg’s grand Christmas Market, the romantic Thurn and Taxis Castle market, and savor mulled wine, roasted chestnuts, and handcrafted treasures.
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Christmas Markets on the Danube - Cruise Only $4,439 8 Sail the Danube on an 8-day cruise aboard the MS AmaMagna, exploring festive capitals like Budapest and Vienna. Discover charming Christmas markets, savoring mulled wine and gingerbread amid Europe’s holiday magic.
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Christmas Markets on the Rhine $7,259 14 Sail the Rhine on a 14-day holiday cruise with stays in Amsterdam, Lucerne, and Zurich aboard the MS Amastella. Stroll Europe’s most enchanting Christmas Markets, from Cologne’s Gothic backdrop to Strasbourg’s festive charm and Gengenbach’s giant Advent calendar.
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Christmas Markets on the Rhine $6,499 14 Embark on a 14-day cruise with stays in Amsterdam, Lucerne, and Zurich aboard the MS Amaviola, savoring Europe's festive Christmas Markets. Enjoy Gluhwein in Cologne, marvel at Strasbourg's historic market, and witness Gengenbach's giant Advent calendar revealing art daily at 6 PM.
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Iconic Christmas Markets $5,724 13 Embark on a 13-day cruise with stays in Budapest and Prague aboard the MS Amaverde. Experience enchanting Christmas markets in Nuremberg, Regensburg, Vienna, and Budapest, filled with handcrafted treasures, seasonal delights, and a warm holiday spirit.
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European Christmas Markets Travel Guide

Take a ride on the ferris wheel or take a stroll through the Christmas Market

Cruising Europe Christmas Markets

Explore the enchanting Christmas Markets throughout Germany, Austria and Hungary on your Europe river cruise. Drink hot mulled wine as you meander through these traditional street markets. This is sure to be a charming, festive way to spend the holiday.
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The Most Lovely Christmas Markets

Christmas markets portray the joy, fun, and generosity of the holiday season. View these must-see markets from across the world to get into the holiday spirit this year.
  • Christmas Market in Vienna (Vienna, Austria)
  • Christkindlesmarkt in Salzburg (Salzburg, Austria)
  • Christkindlesmarkt in Nuremberg (Nurmeburg, Germany)
  • Christmas Festival in Cologne (Cologne, Germany)
  • Advent Market in Tallinn (Tallinn, Estonia)
  • Winter Wonders in Brussels (Brussels, Belgium)
  • Strasbourg's Advent Market (Strasbourg, France)
  • Basel Christkindlmarkt (Basel, Switzerland)

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CasaSito Art Festival in Antigua, Guatemala
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