Emerald Destiny will sail through the Rhine River and bring to life the marvelous Christmas markets. Amsterdam is famous for its picturesque canal. Visit the delightful Christmas stalls in the city. Take a tour in Cologne and enjoy a taste of traditional glühwein. In Koblenz, panoramic views of the surrounding area are seen by hiking the Ehrenbreitstein Fortress. Shop at Strasbourg before heading to Breisach. Explore a Black Forest village that perfectly encapsulates a traditional way of life. Last stop is in Basel to disembark the ship and transfer to the airport.
Highlights
Explore Grande Île, the historical center of the Strasbourg city
Discover Amsterdam's UNESCO World Heritage-listed canal system
Tour the Ehrenbreitstein Fortress and enjoy panoramic views of Koblenz
Visit the winter wonderland and postcard-worthy city of Cologne
Involves minimal physical effort and is typically associated with leisurely activities. Activities are low-intensity or last less than a few hours each day.
Welcome to Amsterdam, a fantastic city to explore the many joys of Europe at Christmastime in. Here, intricate networks of picturesque canals are adorned by world-class museums, theatres, and quaint cafés.
Arrive at the airport and transfer to the luxurious Emerald Waterways Star-Ship. This evening, join fellow travelers for dinner on board.
This morning, board a glass top canal boat for a tour down Amsterdam’s UNESCO World Heritage-listed canal system, passing historic merchant’s houses that reflect the bygone era of the Dutch Golden Age and delightful Christmas stalls, each surrounded by people in their finest knitwear drinking hot mugs of mulled wine. Tonight, enjoy a Captain's welcome gala and dinner on board.
Seven idyllic Christmas markets effortlessly transform the postcard-worthy city of Cologne into a winter wonderland over the Christmas period. Join a locally guided tour of the city with opportunities to explore independently. Consider visiting the ornate stalls beneath the UNESCO World Heritage-listed Cologne Cathedral, and drink traditional glühwein out of beautifully decorated mugs.
Today, relax on board as the ship cruises into Koblenz, a town that sits straddling the confluence of the Rhine and Moselle rivers. On a guided tour of Koblenz, visit Ehrenbreitstein Fortress and enjoy panoramic views of the surrounding area.
This afternoon, return to the comfortable Star-Ship to sail through the Rhine Gorge, passing countless castles, vineyards and ruined monasteries.
This morning, continue enjoying time on board as the ship sails towards Mannheim, located at the confluence of the Rhine and Neckar rivers. Here, enjoy a chance to visit the medieval town of Heidelberg.
This morning wake up in Kehl and transfer by coach across the river to Strasbourg, the storied capital of France’s Alsace Region. A guided tour of Strasbourg includes the Grande Île, the historical center of the city and a UNESCO World Heritage-listed site that is known for its medieval half-timbered buildings, old tanning houses, Baroque sandstone buildings, and charming canal system.
After the guided tour of Strasbourg, enjoy the opportunity to visit one of its most charming Christmas markets.
Today, visit a Black Forest village that perfectly encapsulates a traditional way of life, where craftspeople carve cuckoo clocks and other iconic figures that are part of Germany’s intangible cultural heritage.
Day 8: Basel | Disembark
1 Breakfast
After breakfast, disembark the ship and transfer to the airport.
This itinerary is no longer available. For other trip ideas, please visit Rhine River Cruises.
Apologies for the inconvenience. Prices for not yet published. Below per person rate based on previous season. Contact us to confirm upcoming season pricing.
Prices for are estimated based on inflation. Contact us to confirm pricing and availability for your desired departure date.
Single Stateroom (ES)
Single Occupancy Only. 117 sq ft. 2 single cabins located on the Riviera Deck with a deluxe single bed, bathroom with shower, indulgent toiletries and hairdryer, flat-screen TV and infotainment system
Stateroom (E)
162 sq ft. 9 cabins located on the Riviera Deck with a Queen-size or twin hotel-style beds, bathroom with shower, indulgent toiletries and hairdryer, flat-screen TV and infotainment system
Stateroom (D)
162 sq ft. 8 cabins located on the Riviera Deck with a Queen-size or twin hotel-style beds, bathroom with shower, indulgent toiletries and hairdryer, flat-screen TV and infotainment system
Panorama Balcony Suite (C)
180 sq ft. 19 cabins located on the Vista Deck with a Queen-size or twin hotel-style beds, indoor balcony with open-air system, bathroom with shower, indulgent toiletries and hairdryer, flat-screen TV and infotainment system
Panorama Balcony Suite (B)
180 sq ft. 18 cabins located on the Vista Deck with a Queen-size or twin hotel-style beds, indoor balcony with open-air system, bathroom with shower, indulgent toiletries and hairdryer, flat-screen TV and infotainment system
Panorama Balcony Suite (A)
180 sq ft. 23 cabins located on the Horizon Deck with a Queen-size or twin hotel-style beds, indoor balcony with open-air system, bathroom with shower, indulgent toiletries and hairdryer, flat-screen TV and infotainment system
Grand Balcony Suite (S)
210 sq ft. 8 cabins located on the Horizon Deck with a Queen-size or twin hotel-style beds, outdoor private balcony with the open-air system, in-suite mini-bar available at own expense, a complimentary Nespresso machine and bathroom with shower, indulgent toiletries, hairdryer, on-board complimentary bathrobes, and slippers
Owner's Suite (SA)
315 sq ft. 4 cabins located on the Horizon Deck with a Queen-size or twin beds, an outdoor private balcony with the open-air system, a separate bathroom and lounge area, a walk-in wardrobe, an in-suite mini-bar, restocked daily with wine, beer, and soft drinks
Notes
Single accommodations are available on some tours for an additional single supplement rate. Contact us for details of pricing and availability.
Kate was great to work with in the planning stage. She was prompt, helpful, and efficient. Our tour guide, Edwin, was knowledgeable and passionate. We were very happy to have traveled with Adventure Life, it made the trip easy and a true pleasure. We could concentrate on enjoying the experience rather than the details of travel.
