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Go for a stroll through colorful Salamanca
from $4,349
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Enticing Douro - Cruise Only

Porto, Portugal Roundtrip - 8 Day Itinerary aboard MS AmaSintra
  • Discover hilltop Castelo Rodrigo
  • Sample Bôlas de Lamego
  • Visit Salamanca
  • Visit the Palacio de Mateus
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Porto / Porto
Activities
Hiking, Village Visits, Wine Tasting, Urban Exploration
Activity Level
Variable
Sail through Portugal’s Douro Valley on an 8-day Douro River cruise aboard the MS AmaSintra. Discover Porto, Régua, Salamanca, and Pinhão. Explore vineyards, historic towns, and cultural landmarks with immersive guided experiences.
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Explore the charming Austrian town of Linz
from $4,249
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Romantic Danube - Cruise Only

Vilshofen - Budapest - 8 Day Itinerary aboard MS Amabella
  • Discover Passau’s historic allure
  • Admire Linz’s cultural vibrance
  • Experience Vienna’s elegance
  • Stroll Bratislava’s regal streets
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Vilshofen / Budapest
Activity Level
Variable
Sail the Danube on an 8-day river cruise from Vilshofen to Budapest aboard the MS Amabella. Explore timeless cities, majestic abbeys, and UNESCO sites, discovering the romance and history of Old World Europe.
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La Petite district in Strasbourg
from $4,249
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Rhine Castles & Swiss Alps - Cruise Only

Amsterdam - Basel - 8 Day Itinerary aboard MS AmaVenita
  • Visit Rüdesheim vineyard
  • Visit iconic cathedral architecture
  • Cruise through the Rhine Gorge
  • Discover Lake Lucerne
  • Bike along the Rhine River
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Amsterdam / Basel
Activities
Biking, Archaeological Site Visits
Activity Level
Variable
Cruise the Rhine River from Amsterdam to Basel on this 8-day voyage aboard MS AmaVenita. Discover iconic European cities while exploring castles, vineyards, and historic towns through immersive cultural experiences.
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Explore the charming Austrian town of Linz
from $4,249
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Legendary Danube - Cruise Only

Nuremberg - Budapest - 8 Day Itinerary aboard MS Amareina
  • Discover Nuremberg’s medieval charm
  • Wander Regensburg’s Old Town
  • Admire Passau’s scenery
  • Stroll Salzburg’s Mirabell Gardens
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Nuremberg / Budapest
Activity Level
Variable
Embark on an 8-day cruise on the MS Amareina, starting in historic Nuremberg and ending in vibrant Budapest. Enjoy scenic biking and hiking while exploring medieval towns, elegant Vienna, and the stunning Wachau Valley.
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Wander a cozy Christmas Market
from $4,749
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Iconic Christmas Markets - Cruise Only

Nuremberg - Budapest - 8 Day Itinerary aboard MS Amareina
  • Explore Nuremberg’s medieval charm
  • Wander Regensburg’s Old Town
  • Stroll Passau’s cobbled streets
  • Visit Thurn Christmas Market
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Nuremberg / Budapest
Activity Level
Variable
Experience an 8-day cruise on the MS Amareina, visiting charming towns and stunning cities adorned with Christmas decorations. Enjoy festive markets in Nuremberg, Regensburg, Vienna, and Budapest, filled with handmade crafts, mulled wine, and holiday delights.
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The warm glow of city lights in Brussels
from $4,349
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Best of Holland & Belgium - Cruise Only

Roundtrip Amsterdam - 8 Day Itinerary aboard MS Amastella
  • Explore Utrecht's medieval charm
  • Visit De Haar Castle’s grandeur
  • Discover Hellevoetsluis harbor
  • Stroll through historic Ghent
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Amsterdam / Amsterdam
Activity Level
Variable
Sail on an 8-day cruise roundtrip from Amsterdam aboard the MS Amastella, exploring the Netherlands and Belgium's flavors, sights, and sounds. Savor Belgian chocolates, admire grand castles, and glide through Amsterdam's iconic canals.
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Beaujolais, France vineyard
from $4,449
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Flavors of Burgundy - Cruise Only

Port of Dijon - Lyon - 8 Day Itinerary aboard MS Amacello
  • Explore Dijon’s medieval center
  • Wander Seurre’s charming streets
  • Tour Chalon-Sur-Saone’s riversides
  • Stroll Macon’s historic streets
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Dijon / Lyon
Activity Level
Variable
Experience an 8-day cruise on the MS Amacello through Burgundy, where you indulge in wine tastings in Seurre, Tournus, Macon, and Lyon. Savor the region’s authentic cuisine while exploring its rich culture, history, and stunning landscapes.
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Christmas Market in Prague
from $11,750
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Danube Christmas Markets with Prague

Prague - Budapest - 11 Day Itinerary aboard Scenic Amber
  • Explore Prague’s Old Town
  • Experience Regensburg’s traditions
  • Tour Passau’s cathedral
  • Visit Salzburg Christmas markets
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Prague / Budapest
Activity Level
Variable
Experience an 11-day cruise on the Scenic Amber, journeying from Prague to Budapest. Discover the stunning Gothic architecture, historic sites, and festive markets while savoring local delicacies.
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Take a ride on the ferris wheel or take a stroll through the Christmas Market
from $5,449
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Danube Holiday Markets

Budapest to Passau - 8 Day Itinerary aboard S.S. Maria Theresa
  • Vörösmarty Square Christmas Market
  • Experience a Slovakian Christmas
  • Visit 4 UNESCO World Heritage sites
  • Discover Vienna Art History Museum
  • Step into Benedictine Monastery
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Budapest / Passau
Activity Level
Variable
Experience the Danube Holiday Markets on this 8-day river cruise from Budapest to Passau aboard the S.S. Maria Theresa. Music lovers enjoy special holiday treats, from onboard caroling to an exclusive organ recital. Shoppers delight in picking out unique gifts at Christmas markets in Budapest, Bratislava, Vienna, Melk, Salzburg, and Passau.
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Explore Budapest from the serene Danube
from $8,790
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Christmas Markets on the Danube

Budapest to Munich - 8 Day Itinerary aboard Emerald Sky
  • Tour Budapest city
  • Vienna art museum
  • Tour Gottweig Abbey
  • Tour Passau's cathedral and markets
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Budapest / Munich
Activities
Christmas Market Visits, Small Ship Sailing
Activity Level
Variable
Explore the festive season on an 8-day cruise from Budapest to Munich aboard Emerald Sky. Visit Christmas markets in Budapest, Bratislava, Vienna, Dürnstein, Linz, and Passau. Guided tours, cultural experiences, and seasonal tastings provide a clear view of Central Europe’s winter holiday traditions.
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The Fjaðrárgljúfur canyon, a bedrock from the "cold" period of the Ice Age
from $14,477
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Complete Iceland Explorer

Iceland Guided-drive Tour - 10 Day Itinerary
  • Enjoy a soak at the Blue Lagoon
  • Visit Þingvellir National Park
  • See Iceland’s iconic Gullfoss Falls
  • See Iceland's most iconic waterfall
  • Drive through scenic East Fjords
  • Visit Jökulsárlón Glacier Lagoon
  • Snowmobile on Vatnajökull Glacier
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Reykjavik / Reykjavik
Activities
Spa Relaxation, Wildlife Viewing
Activity Level
Easy Active
Discover Iceland’s natural wonders on this 10-day Complete Iceland tour, featuring powerful waterfalls, vast glaciers, and dramatic volcanic landscapes. Travel around the island to experience iconic sights, remote regions, and unforgettable scenery at every turn.
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Explore the historic old town Koblenz
from $4,949
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Rhine Holiday Markets

Basel - Cologne - 8 Day Itinerary aboard S.S. Antoinette
  • Visit Basel’s Christmas Market
  • Tour to Doktorenhof vinegar estate
  • Savor mulled wine at Cologne
  • Walk through the Cologne Old Town
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Basel / Cologne
Activities
Festival Visits
Activity Level
Variable
Experience the holiday season on an 8-day Rhine Holiday Market river cruise from Basel to Cologne aboard the S.S. Antoinette. Discover Strasbourg, known as the "Capital of Christmas,". Sail through the romantic Rhine Valley, past historic castles and quaint villages. Each stop brings traditions, delightful excursions, and unforgettable memories.
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Detailed ornament at a Christmas Market
from $1,598
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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
Activity Level
Variable
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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Vienna Opera House, Austria
from $1,361
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Taking in 3 countries: The Danube and its traditions

Vienna Roundtrip - 5 Day Itinerary aboard MS Vivaldi
  • Visit the Schönbrunn Palace
  • Explore Bratislava's baroque charm
  • Discover the Schoenbrunn Palace
  • Explore the city of Budapest
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Vienna / Vienna
Activity Level
Variable
Cruise along Danube River on this 5-day cruise aboard MS Vivaldi and explore the enchanting Christmas Markets in Vienna, Bratislava and Budapest!
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View of Strasbourg city
from $1,188
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Christmas on the Romantic Rhine

4 Day Itinerary aboard MS Leonardo Da Vinci
  • Christmas Markets in Strasbourg
  • Tour museums in Rüdesheim
  • Discover the history of Mainz
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Strasbourg / Strasbourg
Activity Level
Variable
Cruise the romantic Rhine Valley this Christmas and discover the famous Christmas market of Strasbourg, one of the biggest in Europe, aboard the MS Leonard Da Vinci.
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Fisherman's Bastion in Budapest, Hungary
from $6,449
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Gems of Southeast Europe

Vienna - Bucharest - 14 Day Itinerary aboard MS Amaverde
  • Explore Vienna’s imperial grandeur
  • Discover Budapest’s iconic landmark
  • Tour Pecs’ ancient Roman heritage
  • Taste Croatian wines in Vukovar
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Vienna / Bucharest
Activities
Land & Sea Exploration
Activity Level
Variable
Embark on a 14-day cruise from Vienna to Bucharest aboard the MS Amaverde, exploring the historic treasures of Austria, Hungary, Croatia, Serbia, Bulgaria, and Romania along the scenic Danube. Enjoy wine from Ilok’s vineyards and partake in activities like hiking the UNESCO Ivanovo Churches and cycling in Belgrade’s Kalemegdan Park.
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Colorful sunset over Tallinn, Estonia
from $20,420
Free Hotel
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Gautier Capucon's Baltic Symphony at Sea

Helsinki Roundtrip - 10 Day Itinerary aboard Le Commandant Charcot
  • Explore Gamla Stan streets
  • Enter Visby through medieval walls
  • Discover Gdansk Long Market
  • Visit Riga old town with cathedrals
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Helsinki / Helsinki
Activities
Local Market Visits
Activity Level
Variable
Sail the Baltic Sea on a 10-day cruise from Helsinki aboard Le Commandant Charcot. Explore Stockholm, Visby, Gdansk, Riga, and Tallinn, combining historic cities, UNESCO sites, and expert-led enrichment with advanced expedition cruising.
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Enjoy a cozy Christmas market in Cologne
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
Activity Level
Variable
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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