Chat with us, powered by LiveChat Guided Group Trips to Harrogate, England | Christmas Market Trips for Solos

What to expect

Christmas Markets

Christmas Markets

Visit enchanting festive markets

Leisure Time

Leisure Time

Explore a range of shops & bars

Visit Historic Harrogate

Visit Historic Harrogate

Stroll through this Victorian gem

Evening Dinner & Quiz

Evening Dinner & Quiz

Serving up flavour & fun

About this trip...

Come and explore the town of Harrogate, England with your Tour Leader and ready-made group of solo travelers this December. We'll be based in the heart of Harrogate, a Victorian spa town resplendent with famous tearooms, Turkish baths, antique shops and plenty of historical charm. In addition, at this time of the year there is also the hugely popular Christmas Market experience. What better way to enjoy this enchanting town and its festivities than in the company of your fellow Solos guests!
 
*Please note: airport transfers are not included for our UK breaks
Our team can assist with adding on additional hotel nights to extend your stay based on availabilty.
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What's Included

  • Private Room
  • Breakfast & dinner daily - ½ bottle of wine with each dinner
  • Welcome drink & information meeting
  • Guided walk of Harrogate
  • Evening Quiz
  • Accompanying Solos Tour Leader
  • Fully financially protected

What's extra:

  • International flights are not included
  • Travel insurance
  • Tips & drinks
  • Meals when not included in the itinerary
  • Activities when not included in the itinerary
  • Airport transfers are not incuded for our UK city breaks

Itinerary

  • Arrive at the Old Swan Hotel
  • Discover Harrogate & the Christmas Market
  • Departure Day

What you'll be doing

Day One: Arrive at the Old Swan Hotel

Day One: Arrive at the Old Swan Hotel

Check-in to your hotel. When evening comes, we can enjoy a welcome drink with other Solos guests before enjoying dinner in the hotel restaurant.
  • Dinner Included
Day Two: Discover Harrogate & the Christmas Market

Day Two: Discover Harrogate & the Christmas Market

After breakfast, enjoy a guided tour of Harrogate, taking in the Royal Pump Rooms, Valley Gardens, and the famous Betty’s Tea Rooms. In the afternoon, soak up the festive atmosphere at Harrogate Christmas Market, with over 200 stalls offering Yorkshire produce, handmade gifts, and seasonal treats—all set against the elegant backdrop of Montpellier Hill.
 
When we return to the hotel. we meet up for an evening dinner and entertaining quiz.
  • Breakfast & Dinner Included
Day Three: Departure Day

Day Three: Departure Day

After checking out, you may wish to explore the local area further before heading home.

  • Breakfast Included

Accommodations

The Old Swan Hotel four-star

Situated in the heart of the beautiful historic spa town of Harrogate, this charming Victorian hotel  offers a fantastic blend of Victorian splendour and elegant contemporary style. It caused a stir when Agatha Christie retreated here after famously disappearing for 11 days! This historic hotel is certainly a perfect base for our Yorkshire walking break.

Facilities include

Facilities include the impressive Wedgwood restaurant, bar/ lounge and free Wi-Fi

Room includes

Our comfortable bedrooms feature Freeview TV and radio, tea/coffee-making facilities and hairdryer.

Dates & Prices

Departure Return Nights Price from Other Info
Dec 3 2025 Dec 5 2025 2
$489
 

Essential Information

Location & Transport
The hotel is located off Junction 45 off the A1 and then exit onto the A661 to Harrogate. Car park is £10.00 per day per car. Parking is regulated by the Council and you must display a valid permit which can be collected from reception on arrival. Harrogate train station is 1 mile away. 
Gratuities
There is often confusion on the question of gratuities, since it frequently depends on the type of holiday, location and, of course, your attitude towards tipping, as to what is normally expected. In order to give you a rough idea, we have given appropriate guidance below. The Tour Leader will be on hand to offer advice or suggestions if required but gratuities are offered entirely at the sole discretion of the individual. We suggest a group collection at the beginning of your holiday to cover drivers, guides and hotel staff (including restaurant, kitchen and reception staff) of approximately £10. 
 
Your Tour Leader will collect this on your behalf and distribute it accordingly, thus relieving you of the burden of who, when and how much to tip. The tipping of bar staff and housekeeping will be left to your individual discretion (the rounding up of the drinks bill and a small amount left in your room on departure should cover this and would be much appreciated). As is customary, ‘the hat’ will be passed around for the driver and guide on all optional excursions. For any meals that are not included in your itinerary, restaurants expect a 10% gratuity (do check that service has not already been added to your bill). For taxis 10% off the metered fare.
Dress Code
The dress code for during the day is casual. In the evenings the dress code is smart with gentlemen requested to wear a shirt and tie. Comfortable shoes for walking and sightseeing are recommended.

Rated as Excellent (4.8/5) by our customers

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Fantastic time

I’ve recently returned from my first Solos trip and had a fantastic time. I can honestly say that I enjoyed every minute, and the memories will last a lifetime.
-Patricia

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Highly Recommended

I’d highly recommend Solos to people looking to travel on their own with a group of like minded people.
-David

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Brilliant Week!

We laughed until our bellies ached. It was such a brilliant week.
-Janev

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Go for it!

I still get a bit nervous but this will be my third time with Solos and its one of the best decisions I have ever made- everyone is so friendly, just go for it!!
-Jane

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