Top Rhine River Trips & Tours in December 2026

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Rhineland And Dutch Christmas

Strasbourg - Amsterdam - 5 Day Itinerary aboard MS L'Europe

• Experience the magic of Christmas
• Explore romantic Rhine Valley
• Tour the city of Cologne

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Strasbourg / Amsterdam

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Embark on MS L'Europe and join its 5-day cruise on the Rhine River to explore the famous Christmas markets of the Rhineland. Set off from charming Strasbourg, France, and cruise along the Rhine to beautiful Cologne, where you'll find cozy markets and a stunning cathedral. Your journey concludes in historic Amsterdam.

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from $10,790

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Rhine Christmas Markets

Zurich - Amsterdam - 8 Day Itinerary aboard Scenic Jasper

• Wander Freiburg’s old town
• Stroll Strasbourg markets
• Tour Cologne Cathedral
• Explore Colmar markets

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Basel / Amsterdam

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Experience a festive 8-day Rhine River cruise from Zurich to Amsterdam on the Scenic Jasper. Discover historic Christmas markets charming towns, and enjoy special traditions like glühwein and festive shopping.

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from $4,349

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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

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Enjoy a 7-night cruise from Amsterdam to Basel aboard the MS Amaprima. As you sail the Rhine River, visit classic Christmas markets, bike along Rüdesheim, boat down canals, and visit historic castles that highlight this region of central Europe, including stops in Cologne, Heidelberg, Strasbourg, and Breisach.

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from $6,329

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Romantic Rhine (Northbound)

Basel to Amsterdam - 8 Day Itinerary aboard Avalon Envision

• Discover Germany’s Black Forest
• Cruise Amsterdam’s canals
• Visit La Petite France district
• Explore Mainz' architecture

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Basel / Amsterdam

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Wine Tasting, Biking, Village Visits, Urban Exploration

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Sail the 8-day Romantic Rhine River Cruise (Northbound) aboard Avalon Envision from Switzerland to Holland, visiting France and Germany along the way, with guided tours of historic cities, scenic sailing, and cultural highlights.

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from $7,159

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Captivating Rhine

14 Day Itinerary aboard MS Amaprima

• Explore Heidelberg’s medieval charm
• Wander Strasbourg’s storybook lanes
• Discover Colmar’s colorful beauty
• Hike in the mystical Black Forest

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Sail the legendary Rhine on a 14-day cruise with stays in Lucerne and Zurich aboard the MS Amaprima. From Amsterdam’s canals to the Swiss Alps, explore vineyard-clad hills, fairytale towns, and historic cities along this enchanting river.

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from $7,029

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Rhine Castles & Swiss Alps

13 Day Itinerary aboard MS Amaserena

• Discover Amsterdam’s charming canal
• Explore Cologne’s historic treasure
• Cruise Rhine Gorge’s castles
• Visit Rudesheim’s scenic vineyards

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Amsterdam / Basel

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Sail aboard the MS Amaserena on a 13-day cruise through Europe, featuring Amsterdam’s canals, Germany’s Rhine Gorge castles, France’s Alsace charm, and Italy’s glamorous Lake Como. Explore five countries and iconic landmarks.

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New Year On The Rhine: The Romantic Rhine And Its Castles

Strasbourg Roundtrip - 4 Day Itinerary aboard MS Mona Lisa

• Cruise Romantic Rhine Valley
• Explore St. Goar
• Walk at Speyer Old Town
• Visit a Rudesheim restaurant

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Strasbourg / Strasbourg

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Celebrate the New Year on a 4-day Rhine River cruise aboard MS Mona Lisa from Strasbourg to Heidelberg, Speyer, Rüdesheim, and St. Goar. Enjoy a festive New Year’s Eve dinner, guided tours, museum visits, and scenic cruising through the Romantic Rhine Valley.

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from $7,159

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Captivating Rhine

Amsterdam - Zurich - 14 Day Itinerary aboard MS Amalucia

• Taste wines in Rudesheim’s vineyard
• Bike through charming Strasbourg
• Explore Dusseldorf’s vibrant street
• Wander Colmar’s fairytale alleys

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Amsterdam / Zurich

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Sail the legendary Rhine on this 14-day river cruise aboard the MS Amalucia, where vineyard-clad hills and fairy-tale castles set the scene. Explore charming Alsace, historic German towns, and Amsterdam’s canals, savoring local flavors and unforgettable landscapes.

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from $6,909

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Christmas Markets on the Rhine

Amsterdam - Zurich - 14 Day Itinerary aboard MS Amaviola

• Explore castles in the Rhine Gorge
• Cruise scenic canals in Amsterdam
• Stroll Heidelberg’s Market
• Discover Cologne’s festive markets

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Amsterdam / Zurich

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Land & Sea Exploration, Hiking, Christmas Market Visits

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Embark on a 14-day cruise with stays in Amsterdam, Lucerne, and Zurich aboard the MS Amaviola, savoring Europe's festive Christmas Markets. Enjoy Gluhwein in Cologne, marvel at Strasbourg's historic market, and witness Gengenbach's giant Advent calendar revealing art daily at 6 PM.

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from $22,790

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Christmas & New Year

Budapest - Amsterdam - 15 Day Itinerary aboard Scenic Opal

• Witness Vienna’s imperial charm
• Discover Cesky Krumlov’s streets
• Visit Nuremberg’s Imperial Castle
• Admire Wurzburg’s vineyards

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Budapest / Amsterdam

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Local Market Visits

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Set sail on a 15-day Scenic Opal cruise from Budapest to Amsterdam, celebrating the holidays with visits to festive markets and historic cities. Experience Christmas in Vienna and ring in the New Year in Wurzburg, soaking in Europe’s rich culture and seasonal charm.

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from $4,249

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Enchanting Rhine - Cruise Only

8 Day Itinerary aboard MS AmaSiena

• Visit Riquewihr
• Go to Freiburg
• Tour Cathédrale de Nôtre Dame
• Taste Rüdesheimer Coffee

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Enjoy an enchanting 7-night cruise from Basel to Amsterdam along the Rhine to magnificent cities and charming villages alike. You are bound to live timeless traditions on the MS Amasiena as you cruise down the Rhine River.

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Rhine Castles & Swiss Alps - Cruise Only

8 Day Itinerary aboard MS Amaserena

• Taste Kölsch beer
• Visit Cologne Cathedral
• Cruise through the Rhine Gorge
• Discover Lake Lucerne

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Amsterdam / Basel

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Discover fairytale castles, historic vineyards and the stunning remnant of a world frozen over with glaciers, Italy’s Lake Como, as part of this all-encompassing Rhine River cruise and land fantasy. Start by exploring the canal-laden city of Amsterdam, with its neat rows of buildings and rich history.

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from $4,249

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Captivating Rhine - Cruise Only

8 Day Itinerary aboard MS Amalucia

• Take an Amsterdam canal tour
• Enjoy optional excursions
• Hike up the Philosopher's Path
• Explore Strasbourg

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Enjoy two days in Amsterdam, then embark on the MS Amalucia for an 8-day cruise from Amsterdam to Basel, Switzerland, exploring the fascinating towns of Cologne, Rudesheim, Strasbourg, and Breisach along the Rhine River.

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from $16,990

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Christmas & New Year

Amsterdam - Budapest - 15 Day Itinerary aboard Scenic Jasper

• Stroll Amsterdam’s canals
• Admire Cologne Cathedral
• Explore Miltenberg’s houses
• Discover Wurzburg’s Baroque beauty

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Amsterdam / Budapest

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Small Ship Sailing

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Take a 15-day cruise from Amsterdam to Budapest on the Scenic Jasper, immersing yourself in Europe’s holiday traditions with festive markets and guided tours. Celebrate Christmas on board and welcome the New Year in an iconic city, blending cultural exploration and seasonal joy.

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from $7,259

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Christmas Markets on the Rhine

Amsterdam - Zurich - 14 Day Itinerary aboard MS AmaSiena

• Visit Zaanse Schanse
• Ride a bike along the Rhine
• Enjoy Christmas traditions
• Explore Speyer

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This 14-day Christmas Markets cruise on the Rhine aboard the MS Amasiena starts with 2 nights in Amsterdam, followed by a 7-night cruise from Amsterdam to Basel, 2 nights in Lucerne, and ends with 2 nights in Zürich. Imagine a 14-days full of timeless European holiday memories!

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from $6,209

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Enchanting Rhine

12 Day Itinerary aboard MS AmaSiena

• Visit Old Town in Zurich
• Stroll along Chapel Bridge
• Explore Black Forest
• Discover La Petite France district

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This 12-day exploration of the Rhine Valley starts with two nights in both Zurich and Lucerne, Switzerland before departing on an enchanting 7-night cruise from Basel to Amsterdam, aboard the MS Amasiena. As you cruise the Rhine River, you'll stop in the historic towns of Breisach, Strasbourg, Ludwigshafen, Rudesheim, and Cologne.

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from $6,209

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Enchanting Rhine

Zurich - Amsterdam - 12 Day Itinerary aboard MS Amaviola

• Explore Cologne’s Old Town
• Experience Dusseldorf, a city rich
• Enjoy Dutch specialties
• Visit Heidelberg’s historic sites

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Embark on a 12-day cruise with stays in Zurich and Lucerne aboard the MS Amaviola, where vibrant cities and charming towns reveal rich histories. Sail along the Rhine's UNESCO World Heritage stretch, featuring stunning castles and delightful villages.

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Christmas Markets on the Rhine - Cruise Only

8 Day Itinerary aboard MS AmaSiena

• Visit Cologne Cathedral
• Ride a bike along the Rhine
• Go to a wine tasting in Rudesheim
• Wander along Hauptstrasse

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Enjoy timeless traditions handed down through the centuries on your 8-day Christmas Markets adventure aboard the MS Amasiena. From Amsterdam to Basel, delight in all the glory of the season in grand European style as you cruise along the Rhine.

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