Top Europe Trips & Tours in December 2025

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Discover France: Paris, Burgundy and Provence

11 Day Itinerary

• Le Marais with local food and wine
• View Paris from the Eiffel Tower
• Explore Versailles
• Try local cheese and wine in Dijon
• Bike tour in Beaune vineyards
• Visit the historic port of Marseill
• Visit Mucem Museum
• See colorful boats in Cassis
• Explore Aix-en-Provence

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Paris / Paris

Activities

Wine Tasting, Biking, Local Market Visits

Activity Level

Easy Active

Discover France from Paris to Burgundy and Provence on this 11-day France tour. Visit iconic sites like the Eiffel Tower, Louvre, and Notre Dame. Explore vineyards and enjoy wine tastings in Burgundy. Enjoy fresh produce at local markets, coastal views, and charming villages in Provence.

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from $1,490

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Christmas on the romantic rhine, the enhancement of the Lorelei Rock

5 Day Itinerary aboard MS Gérard Schmitter

• Discover Lorelei Rock
• Experience Marksburg castle
• Explore Rudesheim

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Strasbourg / Strasbourg

Activity Level

Variable

Join MS Gerard Schmitter on this 5-day Strasbourg roundtrip, the Christmas on the romantic rhine, the enhancement of the Lorelei Rock, and discover the famous legend of the Lorelei Rock, immersed in the festive and warm atmosphere of a romantic Christmas.

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from $1,444

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An Enchanting Cruise: Exploring the Christmas Markets in Ghent and Bruges

Bruges to Ghent - 4 Day Itinerary aboard MS Raymonde

• Bruges Christmas market tour
• See Bourgogne des Flandres brewery
• Medieval Bruges walking tour

Starts / Ends

Bruges / Ghent

Activities

Christmas Market Visits, Urban Exploration, Archaeological Site Visits

Activity Level

Variable

Sail through Belgium’s festive season aboard a MS Raymonde. Explore Bruges’ and Ghent’s Christmas markets, sample Belgian specialties, tour a Flemish brewery, and cruise past scenic canals and medieval architecture. Enjoy guided tours, tastings, and the charm of Belgium’s holiday traditions.

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from $972

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A Bountiful Christmas in Alsace and the Black Forest

Strasbourg Roundtrip - 4 Day Itinerary aboard MS L'Europe

• Experience the Christmas Market
• Explore Colmar and its Christmas
• Discover the Christmas Spirit

Activity Level

Variable

Explore and experience Christmas holidays in Colmar, Breisach and Freiburg and enjoy their Christmas markets on this 4-day sailing trip on MS L'Europe around Strasbourg.

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from $791

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Christmas Markets in Alsace

4 Day Itinerary aboard MS Leonardo Da Vinci

• Christmas Markets in Alsace
• Alsatian Wine Route Tour
• Discover the holidays in Colmar

Starts / Ends

Strasbourg / Strasbourg

Activity Level

Variable

Join MS Leonard De Vinci in a memorable 4-day Christmas cruise in Alsace which includes a discovery tour of the Alsatian Wine Route and the Christmas Markets in Colmar.

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from $791

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Christmas Markets in Alsace

Strasbourg Roundtrip - 4 Day Itinerary aboard MS Monet

• Experience Christmas on Alsace
• Taste the local wines in Colmar
• Enjoy your stay aboard MS Monet

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Strasbourg / Strasbourg

Activity Level

Variable

Enjoy Alsace's Christmas holidays and discover their traditions and markets on this 4-day sailing trip on MS Monet around Strasbourg.

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from $7,159

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Christmas Markets on the Rhine

14 Day Itinerary aboard MS Amaprima

• Cruise the canals of Amsterdam
• Browse Cologne´s Christmas market
• Visit the historic Rüdesheim
• Explore the streets of Lucerne

Activities

Land & Sea Exploration

Activity Level

Variable

Embark on a 14-day cruise with 2 nights in Lucerne and Zurich aboard the MS Amaprima. From Amsterdam’s canals to Switzerland’s lakes, explore Europe’s enchanting Christmas markets, sip glühwein, and soak in the holiday magic.

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from $6,299

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Enchanting Christmas & New Year's

Passau to Budapest - 11 Day Itinerary aboard S.S. Maria Theresa

• Fancy a Artstetten Castle reception
• Spend Christmas Day in Salzburg
• Discover the delicacies of Slovakia
• Enjoy a Mozart and Strauss concert
• Warm up with mulled wine tasting

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Passau / Budapest

Activity Level

Variable

Embark on a captivating 11-day Christmas & New Year's river cruise from Passau to Budapest aboard the S.S. Maria Theresa. Explore historic Grein, Melk Abbey’s baroque treasures, and the storybook village of Dürnstein. Savor wine tastings, festive Christmas markets, and evening concerts featuring Mozart and Strauss.

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from $2,799

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Danube Christmas Delights

Budapest - Passau - 8 Day Itinerary aboard Viking River Cruises

• Wander through Bratislava
• Taste Linz's famous Linzer Torte
• Explore Christkindlmarkt
• Discover Passau's history

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Budapest / Passau

Activity Level

Variable

Embark on an 8-day Danube Christmas Delights cruise aboard Viking Cruises. Explore Budapest's art nouveau beauty and Christmas markets. Experience winter wonderlands in Bratislava and Vienna. Sail through Wachau Valley's vineyards. Discover Linz's baroque charm and enjoy Linzer Torte. Explore Passau's history at the river confluence.

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from $8,213

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Dolomites Explorer

Bolzano to Venice - 8 Day Itinerary

• Enjoy the culture of Bolzano
• Visit Bozen's main local attraction
• Hike the Parco del Respiro
• Visit the Abbey of Novacella
• Cable car ride to Castelrotto
• Visit a local dairy
• Discover Cortina's mountain scenery
• Hike the spectacular Tre Cime
• Tour Venice's Grand Canal by boat

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Venice / Venice

Activities

Hiking

Activity Level

Moderate

Drive through stunning mountain scenery to see the panoramic vistas and serene lakes, and pass through enchanting mountain villages on this 8-day tour to the Dolomites mountain range in Italy. Visit

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from $7,356

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Lake Como, Milan, and Amalfi

10 Day Itinerary

• Ride a boat on Lake Como
• See the Gothic Art in Milan
• Stroll around in Galleria Vittorio
• See archaeological sites in Pompeii
• Admire the coastline of Amalfi
• Enjoy scenic drives in Italy

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Milan / Naples

Activity Level

Relaxed

Discover Italy’s highlights on this 10-day tour, from Lake Como and exploring Milan’s Gothic splendor to savoring limoncello in Amalfi. Visit Pompeii’s ancient ruins and unwind on the stunning Amalfi Coast.

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from $3,619

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Christmas Time in Alsace and Germany

5 Day Itinerary aboard Avalon Panorama

• Experience the Black Forest
• Explore Christmas market in Europe
• Visit Fascinating Heidelberg Castle
• Tour Strasbourg Cathedral

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Frankfurt / Basel

Activity Level

Variable

Enjoy this magical time of year with a Christmastime Rhine River cruise vacation starting in Frankfurt, cruising through the heart of Germany, and ending in Basel aboard the Avalon Panorama. Visit Breisach, Strasbourg, Speyer, and Heidelberg.

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from $4,357

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Aeolian Archipelago

Lipari to Salina - 8 Day Itinerary

• Discover Lipari and Salina
• Visit a local winery
• Enjoy a scenic hike in Vulcano
• Swim in Cala Junco nature reserve
• Take a walking tour in Stromboli
• Relax on the beaches of Salina

Starts / Ends

Milazzo / Milazzo

Activity Level

Relaxed

Experience the nature and culture of the Aeolian Archipelago on this 8-day tour. Visit Lipari, Vulcano, Panarea, Stromboli, Filicidu, and Salina, which form one of the most active geological structures in the Mediterranean. Explore these beautiful coastal towns, visiting incredible volcanic rock formations and seafront black sand beaches.

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from $4,299

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Belgian Holiday Markets

Brussels Roundtrip - 8 Day Itinerary aboard S.S. Victoria

• Tour Bruges with guide
• Stroll Ghent Christmas market
• See Valkenburg’s festive caves
• Enjoy Maastricht Christmas lights

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Brussels / Brussels

Activities

Village Visits

Activity Level

Variable

Celebrate the holiday season on an 8-day Belgian Holiday Markets river cruise round-trip from Brussels aboard S.S. Victoria. Explore iconic Christmas markets in Bruges, Ghent, Antwerp, Maastricht, and beyond. Savor Belgian chocolates, admire the medieval architecture, and experience festive towns aglow with seasonal lights.

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from $4,999

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Magical Parisian Holiday

Paris Roundtrip - 8 Day Itinerary aboard S.S. Joie de Vivre

• Tour Versailles royal apartments
• Visit Paris Christmas markets
• Walk medieval Rouen streets
• Explore Chateau Bizy

Starts / Ends

Paris / Paris

Activity Level

Variable

Embark on an 8-day Seine River cruise from Paris aboard S.S. Joie de Vivre. Explore historic sites in Rouen, Fecamp, and Vernon, tour Versailles, enjoy tastings at a Normandy cider farm, and browse festive Christmas markets in Paris and Rouen. Includes private chateau visits and cultural excursions.

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from $4,139

EBD $4000

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Captivating Rhine - Cruise Only

Amsterdam - Basel - 8 Day Itinerary aboard MS Amaviola

• Cruise Amsterdam’s scenic canals
• Discover Cologne’s Gothic beauty
• Explore Dusseldorf’s vibrant charm
• Sail the Rhine Gorge’s epic views

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Amsterdam / Basel

Activity Level

Variable

Embark on an 8-day cruise from Amsterdam to Basel aboard the MS Amaviola, where picturesque vineyards and historic castles await. Discover charming towns like Strasbourg and Colmar, from Rudesheimer coffee to German beer, while enjoying local flavors.

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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

Activity Level

Variable

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 $4,139

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Iconic Christmas Markets - Cruise Only

Nuremberg - Budapest - 8 Day Itinerary aboard MS Amalea

• Visit the Great Market Hall
• Explore Vörösmarty Square
• Join a guided bike ride
• Join a walking tour of Passau

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Variable

Travel back through centuries as you walk along cobblestone streets through grand cities and historic towns bedecked with twinkling Christmas trees and lined with wooden huts gleaming with handcrafted treasures. Enjoy an 8-day cruise of Iconic Christmas Markets aboard MS Amalea!

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