Here are the 5 Best European Countries to Experience a White Christmas

Traveloka Team
22 Dec 2023 - 4 min read

Make your Christmas holiday unforgettable by spending precious time in beautiful European countries! What makes it different between Singapore and Europe this time?

It is only several weeks away before Christmas finally comes! It means it will not take long before you can spend the end of this year at a warm, big family gathering, hanging out with friends and praying for eternal happiness next year. However, the Christmas Eve celebration this time will be much different if you spend your precious time with your family and loved ones in Europe!

There are so many exciting activities that you can do during Christmas in Europe, so do not hesitate to book your flight to Europe with Traveloka and enjoy an unforgettable holiday!

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How is Christmas Celebrated in Europe?

A classic Christmas holiday in Europe is celebrated by gathering with family, exchanging stories, and being happy with their family or those closest to them. Aside from gathering together, some people spend Christmas attending services at their church. The appearance of Sinterklaas, who starts gifting presents for children, is also a special tradition on Christmas Eve.


However, several European countries have their own unique traditions for celebrating Christmas. Each tradition will offer you exciting activities that you can do to spend this special Christmas in Europe. Therefore, we will give you the 5 best European countries for white Christmas!

5 Top European Countries for a White Christmas

If you are looking for a place to enjoy Christmas in snowy weather, these five European countries are well-known for their Christmassy and snowy weather during the winter. It's no wonder you'll find many interesting activities to celebrate Christmas Eve in these destinations.

1. Switzerland

Tourists often choose Switzerland as their Christmas Eve destination as they are interested in several snow sports and snowy destinations that you can book from Traveloka. Aside from that, you can also use a traditional sledge as a part of the Christmas tradition in Switzerland before finally closing your journey by enjoying a fondue chinoise, a classic hot pot served during winter since the 1800s.

The best hotels for a beautiful Christmas in Switzerland are the Zurich Marriott Hotel and Ameron Zurich Bellerive Au Lac. Both of them offer you beautiful river scenery in Switzerland that will entertain your eyes during this Christmas holiday. Book a flight from Singapore to Zurich!

Book your flight to Zurich

Mon, 19 May 2025

Qatar Airways

Singapore (SIN) to Zurich (ZRH)

Start from SGD 585.71

Mon, 12 May 2025

Etihad

Singapore (SIN) to Zurich (ZRH)

Start from SGD 586.88

Sun, 11 May 2025

Turkish Airlines

Singapore (SIN) to Zurich (ZRH)

Start from SGD 595.52

2. Austria

Well known for its beautiful view of classic snowy villages during winter, Austria is the next best country in which you can choose to spend your Christmas holiday. On the night before Christmas, you will see several men wearing devil costumes to kidnap naughty children who go outside during Christmas night.

Aside from these funny events, you can enjoy an Austrian Christmas delicacy, Kaiserschmarrn, along the Christmas market. Remember to buy a Eurail Austria pass from Traveloka to make your trip around Austria much easier and more comfortable!

You can choose the Hilton Vienna Park and Renaissance Wien Hotel for your stay in Austria. Within 5-facility and beautiful room design, it is guaranteed that your holiday in Austria will be more comfortable.

Don't forget to book your flight from Singapore to Vienna at Traveloka!

Flight to Vienna

Sun, 25 May 2025

Turkish Airlines

Singapore (SIN) to Vienna (VIE)

Start from SGD 480.42

Thu, 8 May 2025

Qatar Airways

Singapore (SIN) to Vienna (VIE)

Start from SGD 490.00

Tue, 13 May 2025

Air Arabia

Singapore (SIN) to Vienna (VIE)

Start from SGD 497.37

3. Iceland

Iceland offers an exciting tourist destination during the winter that you must visit this Christmas holiday. You can see several nature wonders here, such as Gullfoss Waterfall and snorkel at Vilkanik Silfra Fissure. However, the aurora borealis is the main destination you must visit and feel the beauty of the northern light to sweeten your Christmas Eve.

During your Christmas holiday in Iceland, you can either stay in Hofn Berjaya Iceland Hotels, which is close to several public facilities, or get closer to the magnificent aurora borealis by staying in Aurora Cabins.

Book your flight to Iceland

Thu, 1 May 2025

Turkish Airlines

Singapore (SIN) to Keflavik Reykjavík (KEF)

Start from SGD 773.16

Fri, 2 May 2025

Emirates

Singapore (SIN) to Keflavik Reykjavík (KEF)

Start from SGD 824.51

Sun, 27 Apr 2025

Qatar Airways

Singapore (SIN) to Keflavik Reykjavík (KEF)

Start from SGD 860.51

4. Norway

A romantic cruise dinner while witnessing the fascinating aurora in Tromso is waiting for you in Norway! A traditional Norwegian delicacy twisted with modern cuisine will accompany you on Christmas Eve. Remember to purchase your Eurail Norway Pass and flight to Oslo from Singapore on Traveloka to the comfortable European train and feel the unlimited journey!

Book your flight to Norway

Fri, 9 May 2025

Juneyao Air

Singapore (SIN) to Oslo (OSL)

Start from SGD 550.45

Tue, 20 May 2025

Turkish Airlines

Singapore (SIN) to Oslo (OSL)

Start from SGD 551.05

Fri, 16 May 2025

Thai Airways

Singapore (SIN) to Oslo (OSL)

Start from SGD 571.07

5. Turkey

The last country you must visit during Christmas Eve is Turkey, the beautiful country that combines Europe and Asia in taste in one place! Cappadocia Air Balloon will be the place you must visit first and witness beautiful sights while hot balloons are flying their way through the sky of Cappadocia. A short trip to explore the Istanbul Sightseeing Tour, Dolmabahce Palace and Bosphorus Cruise will be an excellent choice to spend Christmas Eve in Turkey!
Spending a beautiful Christmas in Europe with your loved ones and family will be one of the unforgettable Christmas moments that you can cherish many times. Therefore, book your flight to Istanbul from Singapore at Traveloka and enjoy a special Christmas Eve!

Book your flight to Istanbul

Tue, 20 May 2025

IndiGo

Singapore (SIN) to Istanbul (IST)

Start from SGD 337.17

Mon, 12 May 2025

Qatar Airways

Singapore (SIN) to Istanbul (IST)

Start from SGD 429.88

Sat, 17 May 2025

Sichuan Airlines

Singapore (SIN) to Istanbul (IST)

Start from SGD 433.51

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