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The holiday season in Rhine River is enchanting, especially as you float between quaint towns and bustling cities visiting Christmas markets experiencing centuries-long traditions in Rhine River. Spend the 2023 Christmas season with twinkling lights, snow-topped cathedrals, classic holiday tunes, and scores of merry bundled-up shoppers.Contact one of our Rhine River Christmas market cruise experts for help planning the perfect, seamless trip.
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Explore the historic old town Koblenz
$3,299
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Rhine Holiday Markets

Basel to Cologne - 8 Day Itinerary aboard S.S. Antoinette
  • Visit Basel’s Christmas Market.
  • Tour to Doktorenhof vinegar estate
  • Wander through Mainz’s Old Town
  • Walk through the Cologne Old Town
Starts / Ends:
Basel / Cologne
Activities:
Christmas Market Visits, Festival Visits, Local Market Visits, River Cruises
Activity Level:
Relaxed
This cruise is the best way to discover the roots of our Christmas traditions as you explore some of Europe’s most charming towns. Browse for unique ornaments in Basel’s Christmas Market. Sip vin chaud and stroll to Place Kléber to behold the enormous, brilliantly lighted tree that …
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Wander a cozy Christmas Market
$3,499
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Christmas Markets on the Rhine - Cruise Only

8 Day Itinerary aboard MS Amaprima
  • Admire Amsterdam's famous canals
  • Bike along Rüdesheim
  • Visit Strasbourg’s Christmas Market
  • Enjoy Europe's Christmas markets
Activities:
Biking, Christmas Market Visits, Hiking, River Cruises, Wine Tasting
Activity Level:
Relaxed
Begin your winter adventure in Amsterdam, amidst the city’s legendary canals and colorful holiday surroundings. Next,visit Heidelberg and Cologne, famous for its majestic Cathedral and bustling Christmas markets. Weave throughthe fabled Black Forest region and the Alsace region as you make …
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Amsterdam is known for its citizens' love for bikes!
$4,445
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Rhine Christmas Markets

Zurich to Amsterdam - 8 Day Itinerary aboard Scenic Opal
  • Enjoy Amsterdam’s canals
  • Visit Cologne
  • Discover Koblenz
  • Stroll through Strasbourg
Starts / Ends:
Zurich / Amsterdam
Activities:
Biking, Christmas Market Visits, Local Market Visits, River Cruises
Activity Level:
Relaxed
Delight in the charms of a European Christmas as you cruise along the Rhine. Visit charming Strasbourg, take in the spa resort town of Baden-Baden and Heidelberg Castle. Marvel at the World Heritage-listed Rhine Gorge, explore Cologne’s Christmas markets and discover the canals of Amsterdam. …
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Wander a cozy Christmas Market
$3,499
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Christmas Markets on the Rhine - Cruise Only

8 Day Itinerary aboard MS Amacerto
  • Cruise through Amsterdam
  • Tour Cologne, Germany
  • Visit Rüdesheim
  • Explore Strasbourg, France
Starts / Ends:
Amsterdam / Basel
Activities:
Christmas Market Visits, River Cruises
Activity Level:
Relaxed
Begin your winter adventure in Amsterdam, amidst the city’s legendary canals and colorful holiday surroundings. Embark upon an enchanting 7-night Rhine River cruise on the MS Amacerto that takes you through the fabled Black Forest region and the Alsace region.Visit Heidelberg and Cologne, …
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Take a ride on the ferris wheel or take a stroll through the Christmas Market
$1,170
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Christmas on the Romantic Rhine

4 Day Itinerary aboard MS Leonard De Vinci
  • Christmas Markets in Strasbourg
  • Tour museums in Rüdesheim
  • Discover the history of Mainz
Starts / Ends:
Strasbourg / Strasbourg
Activities:
Christmas Market Visits, River Cruises, Village Visits
Activity Level:
Relaxed
Board the MS Leonard De Vinci to join the 4-day cruise along the romantic Rhine Valley this Christmas and discover the famous Christmas market of Strasbourg, one of the biggest in Europe. Immerse yourself in the festive atmosphere of the end-of-year celebrations! You can also attend the famous …
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Christmas in old town of Colmar, Alsace
$1,143
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At The Heart Of Alsatian Traditions

4 Day Itinerary aboard Madeleine
  • Enjoy Strasbourg Christmas Markets
  • Explore Petite France
  • Visit Hospices de Strasbourg
Starts / Ends:
Strasbourg / Strasbourg
Activities:
Barge Cruising, Christmas Market Visits, River Cruises, Wine Tasting
Activity Level:
Relaxed
Experience Strasbourg on Madeleine's 4-day cruise that sails to the villages following the wine route on a magical cruise in the heart of Alsatian Christmas markets. Be carried away by the festive and magical atmosphere that animates the Alsatian capital and surrounding villages at this time of …
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Take a ride on the ferris wheel or take a stroll through the Christmas Market
$1,543
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Delightful Christmas Markets in the Neckar Valley and Fairytale-like Rothenbourg ob der Tauber

5 Day Itinerary aboard MS Victor Hugo
  • Explore romantic city of Heidelberg
  • See whimsical Christmas Market
  • Tour in historic Speyer
  • Stroll through Eberbach
Starts / Ends:
Strasbourg / Strasbourg
Activities:
Christmas Market Visits, River Cruises
Activity Level:
Relaxed
Get the chance to explore the amusing Christmas markets and explore the astonishing landmarks in the Neckar Valley and magnificent Rothenbourg in this 5-day cruise aboard MS Victor Hugo. Hopon the old-time carousel like a kid, savor the scrumptious food, and enjoy a beer or sip on mulled wine. …
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Detailed ornament at a Christmas Market
$1,709
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Rhineland And Dutch Christmas

5 Day Itinerary aboard MS L'Europe
  • Experience the magic of Christmas
  • Explore romantic Rhine Valley
  • Tour the city of Cologne
Starts / Ends:
Strasbourg / Amsterdam
Activities:
Christmas Market Visits, River Cruises
Activity Level:
Relaxed
Join this unique 5-day cruise aboard the MS L'Europe on the Rhine River from Strasbourg to Amsterdam and immerse yourself in Christmas magic! Discover the famous Christmas markets in Strasbourg and enjoy local crafts, mulled wine, and local treats. Christmas Eve dinner will be followed by a …
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Christmas in old town of Colmar, Alsace
$1,194
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The Magic of Christmas: Savory Delights And Holiday Traditions On A Rhine River Cruise

5 Day Itinerary aboard MS Beethoven
  • Savor the magic of Christmas
  • Make Alsatian Christmas cookies
  • Explore Christmas markets
Starts / Ends:
Strasbourg / Strasbourg
Activities:
Christmas Market Visits, River Cruises, Village Visits
Activity Level:
Relaxed
Join MS Beethoven for a cruise on the Rhine River to explore the oldest, most revered Christmas markets in Europe. Let yourself be swept away by the beauty and charm of long-standing holiday traditions that include dazzling lights, soothing mulled wine, and zesty gingerbread delights. Plunge into …
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Gingerbread Christmas ornaments at market in Colmar, France
$808
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A Bountiful Christmas in Alsace and the Black Forest

4 Day Itinerary aboard MS L'Europe
  • Experience the Christmas Market
  • Explore Colmar and its Christmas
  • Discover the Christmas Spirit
Activities:
Christmas Market Visits, River Cruises
Activity Level:
Relaxed
Spend your 4-day trip aboard MS L'Europe as you sail on a rountrip route from Strasbourg, Experience Christmas markets and holiday tradition in Colmar, Breisach and Freiburg. Never miss the opportunity of tasting their local wines or simply enjoy and relax while staying on this elegant river …
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Christmas in Colmar in Alsace district
$679
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Christmas Markets in Alsace

4 Day Itinerary aboard MS Leonard De Vinci
  • Christmas Markets in Alsace
  • Alsatian Wine Route Tour
  • Discover the holidays in Colmar
Starts / Ends:
Strasbourg / Strasbourg
Activities:
Christmas Market Visits, River Cruises, Village Visits
Activity Level:
Relaxed
Discover the Alsatian Christmas markets during this 4-day holiday cruise aboard MS Leonard De Vinci! Deeply rooted in the history of the region, Christmas traditions in Alsace are unique and particularly enchanting. You will be amazed by all that the markets have to offer, with of course the …
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Basel at Christmas, Switzerland
$2,999
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Christmastime in Alsace and Germany

Northbound - 5 Day Itinerary aboard Avalon Tranquility II
  • Experience the Black Forest
  • Explore Christmas market in Europe
  • Visit Fascinating Heidelberg Castle
  • Tour Strasbourg Cathedral
Starts / Ends:
Basel / Frankfurt
Activities:
Christmas Market Visits, River Cruises
Activity Level:
Relaxed
Board the Avalon Tranquility II on this delightful 5-day cruise exploring the cozy Christmas markets of the towns along the Rhine River. Set off from Basel, Switzerland along the Rhine toward Breisach, Germany, considered a gateway to the legendary Black Forest region. Stroll through the …
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Explore beautiful Amsterdam
$8,395
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Jewels of Europe

Amsterdam to Budapest - 15 Day Itinerary aboard Scenic Pearl
  • Visit the Bishops’ Residenz
  • Discover the Dom cathedral
  • Explore Bamberg Old Town
  • View Prague's architectural marvels
Starts / Ends:
Amsterdam / Budapest
Activities:
Biking, Christmas Market Visits, Hiking, River Cruises, Urban Exploration
Activity Level:
Relaxed
Join the Scenic Pearl on this fascinating cruise from Amsterdam to Budapest and discover European regions rich in ancient trade history. Today, the Rhine, Main, and Danube rivers wind their way through forested ridges, magnificent vineyards, and charming towns. See traditional Dutch windmills in …
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Vienna
$3,499
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Christmas Markets on the Rhine - Cruise Only

8 Day Itinerary aboard MS Amalucia
  • Visit Cologne Cathedral
  • Ride a bike along the Rhine
  • Go to a wine tasting in Rudesheim
  • Wander along Hauptstrasse
Activities:
Biking, Christmas Market Visits, River Cruises
Activity Level:
Relaxed
Experience the deep-rooted holiday traditions of Europe at its most festive time of year. Cologne’s Christmas Market with its impressive Gothic cathedral backdrop; the "Capital of Noël," Strasbourg, with its magnificent great Christmas tree; and Heidelberg’s Christmas …
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Explore Basel
$2,428
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Christmastime in Alsace and Germany

Northbound - 5 Day Itinerary aboard Avalon Imagery II
  • Experience the Black Forest
  • Explore cozy Christmas markets
  • Tour historic Heidelberg Castle
  • Visit the Strasbourg Cathedral
Starts / Ends:
Basel / Frankfurt
Activities:
Christmas Market Visits, River Cruises, Small Ship Cruises
Activity Level:
Relaxed
FromSwitzerland and takes you down the Rhine River to France and Germany, with beautiful passing views and quaint villages festively lit and decorated—a unique and unforgettable way to celebrate the season! Board your ship in Basel, Switzerland, then stop in Breisach, considered the gateway …
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