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Book now for a Winter Wonderland Band Tour!

What better way to end the festive season than to plan a band tour to one of Europe's most enchanting winter wonderlands in time for Christmas 2017?

Belgium at Christmas
  Why not consider booking now for a wonderful Christmas Tour for your band

A Christmas band tour is the perfect way to enjoy the run up to the most magical time of the year, leaving you full of festive spirit!

And this time next year, you could be spreading the Christmas cheer in one of these popular tour destinations thanks to Rayburn Tours.

Prague



Just when you thought Prague couldn't look any prettier, the festivities come to town!

Transformed into a beautifully-lit winter wonderland, the Old Town Square attracts locals and tourists in their hundreds as everyone gathers to enjoy the festivities.

Your ensemble can perform in a number of beautiful venues across this fairytale-esque city and in the local towns outside Prague.

Find out more about our band tours to Prague!

Belgium: Antwerp and Ghent Christmas Markets



Follow the scent of roasting chestnuts and mulled wine as you weave your way through the Belgian Christmas markets.

Your band can perform in the Market Square in Antwerp and the historic centre of Ghent, which come to Christmas-coated life during the winter months as twinkling lights adorn traditional stalls and music plays out to a cheerful crowd.

Enjoy a post-performance treat and sample the fine Belgian hot chocolate before taking a twirl on the ice rink!

Find out more about our band tours to Belgium!

Four Countries Tour: Valkenburg and Aachen Christmas Markets

On a Four Countries tour, you can make two magical stops at the Valkenburg Christmas markets in The Netherlands and the Aachen Christmas Markets in Germany. With the chance to perform in these magical settings to a jovial audience, you'll be sure to spread the Christmas cheer!

And this time next year, you could be spreading the Christmas cheer in one of these popular tour destinations thanks to Rayburn ToursRyaburn Tours

For more magical moments

Browse the traditional stalls and pick up all those special gifts that you can't get on the high street!

Discover the rich history and culture of the medieval town of Aachen in Germany!

Continue the Christmas fun in Luxembourg and Belgium!

Find out more about a Four Countries band tour!

Get in touch now

The 'bauble' is in your court to start planning this year's winter tour!

Call Rayburn Tours on 01332 347 828
or visit http://www.rayburntours.com/concert/

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