Christmas Around the World Tours
More than a million twinkling lights decorating the city set the stage for unforgettable experiences.
Omaha is a place for groups to create magical memories during the holidays. Dine among history in the home of one of the country’s most famous generals. Watch as model trains travel twiggy trestles through a botanical wonderland filled with thousands of poinsettias – some that grow 20 feet tall. And travel back to Omaha’s Union Station with the region’s largest indoor tree as its spectacular backdrop. There is no doubt that after visiting Omaha during the holidays, groups will return home in the holiday spirit.
Explore the "Christmas Around the World" sample itineraries below and connect with Visit Omaha’s group tour coordinator Mariah Kacer to begin planning your tour.
Sample Itinerary: 6 days/5 nights
DAY 1
| 4:00 pm | Check in at one of Omaha’s motorcoach-friendly hotels |
| 6:30 pm | Enjoy a festive evening of German dancing, singing and an authentic meal at the German-American Society |
DAY 2
| 8:00 am | Begin your day with delectable pastries from Lithuanian Bakery |
| 9:30 am | Ride along on an Omaha city driving tour with a Visit Omaha step-on guide |
| 12:30 pm | Have lunch and do some holiday shopping in Omaha’s Old Market Entertainment District |
| 3:00 pm | Be transported to 1903 Scotland through a tour at Joslyn Castle |
| 6:30 pm | Join General Crook for a holiday party circa 1879 at the General Crook House |
DAY 3
| 8:30 am | Experience an Irish Christmas with Father Flanagan’s Boys Town |
| 12:30 pm | Explore Omaha’s past at the city’s former Union Station, The Durham Museum, and gaze upon Omaha’s official Christmas tree in the Great Hall |
| 3:15 pm | Taste holiday teas at The Tea Smith |
| 4:30 pm | Get a taste of Ireland at Brazen Head Irish Pub |
| 6:30 pm | Visit Scrooge as he performs in “A Christmas Carol” at Omaha Community Playhouse |
DAY 4
| 8:30 am | Remove your shoes and explore Hindu culture through its artistry at the Hindu Temple |
| 10:00 am | Enjoy an inspiring patriotic tour of a factory that produces toilet paper for U.S. Military bases around the world at Outlook Nebraska |
| 12:30 pm | Join Master's Hand for a Christmas American high tea |
| 3:00 pm | Experience the art of violin making and learn the magic behind the craft with a live performance at Hot Shops Art Center |
| 6:30 pm | Tis the season for family, fellowship and an old-fashioned Southern meal at Big Mama’s Kitchen |
DAY 5
| 9:00 am | Experience Ukrainian history, customs and traditions at Assumption Ukrainian Catholic Church |
| 11:00 am | Have lunch with Omaha’s Polish Community and learn about Polish holiday traditions at the Polish Home Omaha |
| 1:00 pm | View thousands of poinsettias on display, including a tree made of 700 poinsettias, at Lauritzen Gardens |
| 6:00 pm | Dine and dance through the holidays in Greece at St. John’s Greek Orthodox Church |
DAY 6
| Depart |
Sample Itinerary: 5 days/4 nights
DAY 1
| 4:00 pm | Check in at one of Omaha’s motorcoach-friendly hotels |
| 6:30 pm | Enjoy a festive evening of German dancing, singing and an authentic meal at the German-American Society |
DAY 2
| Breakfast at hotel | |
| 8:30 am | Ride along on an Omaha city driving tour with a Visit Omaha step-on guide |
| 11:15 am | Have lunch and do some holiday shopping in Omaha’s Old Market Entertainment District |
| 2:00 pm | View thousands of poinsettias on display, including a tree made of 700 poinsettias, at Lauritzen Gardens |
| 4:00 pm | Join Master's Hand for a Christmas American high tea |
| 7:00 pm | Tis the season for family, fellowship and an old-fashioned Southern meal at Big Mama’s Kitchen |
DAY 3
| Breakfast at hotel | |
| 8:00 am | Experience an Irish Christmas with Father Flanagan’s Boys Town |
| 11:00 am | Get a taste of Ireland at Brazen Head Irish Pub |
| 12:45 pm | Taste holiday teas at The Tea Smith |
| 2:00 pm | Explore Omaha’s past at the city’s former Union Station, The Durham Museum, and gaze upon Omaha’s official Christmas tree in the Great Hall |
| 6:00 pm | Join General Crook for a holiday party circa 1879 at the General Crook House |
DAY 4
| 8:30 am | Begin your day with delectable pastries from Lithuanian Bakery |
| 10:00 am | Be transported to 1903 Scotland through a tour at Joslyn Castle |
| 12:30 pm | Have lunch with Omaha’s Polish Community and learn about Polish holiday traditions at the Polish Home Omaha |
| 2:30 pm | Experience Ukrainian history, customs and traditions at Assumption Ukrainian Catholic Church |
| 5:00 pm | Dine and dance through the holidays in Greece at St. John’s Greek Orthodox Church |
| 7:00 pm | Visit Scrooge as he performs in “A Christmas Carol” at Omaha Community Playhouse |
DAY 5
| Depart |
Sample Itinerary: 4 days/3 nights
DAY 1
| 4:00 pm | Check in at one of Omaha’s motorcoach-friendly hotels |
| 6:30 pm | Enjoy an evening of German dancing, singing and an authentic meal at the German-American Society |
DAY 2
| Breakfast at hotel | |
| 8:00 am | Ride along on an Omaha city driving tour with a Visit Omaha step-on guide |
| 11:00 am | Tis the season for family, fellowship and an old-fashioned Southern meal at Big Mama’s Kitchen |
| 12:30 pm | Be transported to 1903 Scotland through a tour at Joslyn Castle |
| 4:30 pm | Dine and dance through the holidays in Greece at St. John’s Greek Orthodox Church |
| 6:30 pm | Visit Scrooge as he performs in “A Christmas Carol” at Omaha Community Playhouse |
DAY 3
| 8:00 am | Begin your day with delectable pastries from Lithuanian Bakery |
| 9:30 am | Experience an Irish Christmas with Father Flanagan’s Boys Town |
| 12:00 pm | Have lunch with Omaha’s Polish Community and learn about Polish holiday traditions at the Polish Home Omaha |
| 2:00 pm | View thousands of poinsettias on display, including a tree made of 700 poinsettias, at Lauritzen Gardens |
| 6:00 pm | Join General Crook for a holiday party circa 1879 at the General Crook House |
DAY 4
| Depart |
Sample Itinerary: 3 days/2 nights
DAY 1
| 4:00 pm | Check in at one of Omaha’s motorcoach-friendly hotels |
| 6:30 pm | Enjoy a festive evening of German dancing, singing and an authentic meal at the German-American Society |
DAY 2
| Breakfast at hotel | |
| 8:00 am | Ride along on an Omaha city driving tour with a Visit Omaha step-on guide |
| 11:00 am | Tis the season for family, fellowship and an old-fashioned Southern meal at Big Mama’s Kitchen |
| 12:30 pm | Be transported to 1903 Scotland through a tour at Joslyn Castle |
| 2:20 pm | Experience Ukrainian history, customs and traditions at Assumption Ukrainian Catholic Church |
| 4:30 pm | Dine and dance through the holidays in Greece at St. John’s Greek Orthodox Church |
| 6:30 pm | Visit Scrooge as he performs in “A Christmas Carol” at Omaha Community Playhouse |
DAY 3
| Depart |