Top Europe Trips & Tours in December 2026

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Natural Iceland Adventure

Iceland Small Group Tour - 5 Day Itinerary

• Visit lava fields and Kirkjufell
• See Barnafoss and Hraunfossar
• Explore the Golden Circle sites
• Hike Vatnajokull Glacier trail
• Visit Jokulsarlon and Diamond Beach

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Reykjavik / Reykjavik

Activity Level

Relaxed

Discover Iceland’s top sights on this 5-day tour from west to east. Explore Snaefellsnes Peninsula, the Golden Circle, and South Coast highlights including black sand beaches, volcanic landscapes, and iconic waterfalls. Visit Jokulsarlon Glacier Lagoon, hike Vatnajokull Glacier, and enjoy optional cave and geothermal spa visits.

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Gems of Southeast Europe

14 Day Itinerary aboard MS Amabella

• Discover Budapest’s UNESCO treasure
• Explore Vienna’s historic grandeur
• Visit Pecs’ Roman heritage
• Experience Vukovar’s wine culture

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Vienna / Bucharest

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Variable

Set sail on a 14-day cruise aboard the MS Amabella. Discover Eastern Europe's treasures, from historic towns and scenic landscapes to wine tastings, cultural highlights, adventurous hikes, and bike rides.

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Gems of Southeast Europe - Cruise Only

8 Day Itinerary aboard MS Amabella

• Explore historic Pecs landmarks
• Bike through scenic Mohacs
• See Veliko Tarnovo’s fortress
• Visit Rousse's elegant architecture

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Archaeological Site Visits

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Set sail on an 8-day river cruise aboard the MS Amabella, discovering the rich history and cultures of Hungary, Croatia, Serbia, Bulgaria, and Romania. Explore ancient fortifications, vibrant cities, and the natural beauty of the Danube’s Iron Gates while enjoying regional wines and outdoor adventures.

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from $4,949

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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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Variable

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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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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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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Christmas Markets on the Rhine - Cruise Only

8 Day Itinerary aboard MS Amastella

• Observe the house of Anne Frank
• Visit Cologne's Christmas Market
• Enjoy a wine tasting in Rüdesheim
• Tour one of Germany’s oldest cities

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Explore the most beloved Christmas markets along the romantic Rhine River on this 8-day cruise aboard the MS Amastella. As you explore four different countries, have a choice of excursions, such as standard tours, bike tours, hikes and Limited Edition tours.

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Northern Lights and South Coast Exploration Tour

Iceland Small Group Tour - 5 Day Itinerary

• Explore Jokulsarlon Glacier Lagoon
• Enjoy Skogafoss Waterfall
• Witness the Strokkur Geyser
• Visit the Thingvellir National Park

Starts / Ends

Reykjavik / Reykjavik

Activities

Hiking, Village Visits, Northern Lights

Activity Level

Relaxed

On this 5-day journey, experience the South Coast at its best while viewing the spectacular Northern Lights. Along the journey, take in the Golden Circle, the Jokulsarlon glacier lagoon, and numerous more sights

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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

Starts / Ends

Amsterdam / Budapest

Activities

Small Ship Sailing

Activity Level

Variable

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

Activities

Land & Sea Exploration

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Variable

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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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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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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from $97,000

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Private Charter - European Classic Cruise - Alsace & Lorraine

Krafft - Niderviller - 7 Day Itinerary aboard Panache

• Explore Route des Vins d'Alsace
• Visit the Meteor Brewery
• Tour Sarrebourg
• Tour Strasbourg

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Biking, Wine Tasting

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Variable

Panache’s 7-day voyage through Alsace & Lorraine allows you to appreciate the very best of the region. Pass through storybook villages along the way, visiting places such as Strasbourg, renowned for their Baroque and Romanesque architecture, and Route des Grands Vins, where the finest wines of Alsace are produced.

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Christmas on the Romantic Rhine

Roundtrip Strasbourg - 4 Day Itinerary aboard MS Monet

• Explore Strasbourg Christmas Market
• Visit charming Rüdesheim town
• Midnight Mass in Boppard
• Celebrate Christmas Eve dinner

Starts / Ends

Strasbourg / Strasbourg

Activities

Christmas Market Visits, Urban Exploration, Local Market Visits, Festival Visits

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Variable

Cruise the Romantic Rhine this Christmas on a 4-day journey aboard MS Monet. Discover Strasbourg’s festive market, visit Rüdesheim and Mainz, and celebrate Christmas Eve with optional Midnight Mass in Boppard.

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Christmas Markets in Alsace

Strasbourg Roundtrip - 4 Day Itinerary aboard MS Lafayette

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

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

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Christmas Markets in Alsace

Strasbourg Roundtrip - 4 Day Itinerary aboard MS Beethoven

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

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

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Discover Iceland - Private Tour

8 Day Itinerary

• Explore Reykjavik
• Visit the Golden Circle
• Enjoy Dalvík
• Circumnavigate Ring Road

Starts / Ends

Reykjavik / Reykjavik

Activities

Whale Watching

Activity Level

Relaxed

Explore the best of Iceland on this 8-day tour, covering Reykjavik and the highlights along the famed Ring Road. Visit a shimmering glacier, spouting geysers, incredible volcanoes, and stunning waterfalls, and go whale watching in the north.

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South Iceland and Golden Circle

Iceland Small Group Tour - 3 Day Itinerary

• Experience the Golden Circle
• Visit waterfalls
• Relax in hot springs

Starts / Ends

Reykjavik / Reykjavik

Activity Level

Relaxed

Experience three days of action packed adventure around Iceland's South Coast. Tour the Golden Circle, visit a natural ice cave and witness the otherworldly landscapes that make Iceland famous.

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