Top France Trips & Tours in December 2026

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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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Romantic Rhine (Southbound)

Amsterdam to Basel - 8 Day Itinerary aboard Avalon Envision

• Cruise Amsterdam’s canals
• Bike ride in Cologne
• Sail the Rhine Gorge
• Taste Rüdesheim coffee

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Amsterdam / Basel

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Wine Tasting, Biking, Village Visits

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Experience an 8-day Romantic Rhine cruise aboard Avalon Envision, sailing through Holland, Germany, France, and Switzerland. Explore Amsterdam, Cologne, Rüdesheim, Mainz, Heidelberg, Strasbourg, and Breisach, with castles, cathedrals, and the Black Forest along the way.

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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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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

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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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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

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Spa Relaxation

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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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The Gulf of Bothnia, at the Gateway to the Arctic

Kemi - Helsinki - 9 Day Itinerary aboard Le Commandant Charcot

• Join Kemi's snow castle exploration
• Enjoy the Santa Claus Village
• Stroll at Oulu riverside market
• See Helsinki's neoclassical center

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Paris / Helsinki

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Fishing

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Embark on a 9-day Gulf of Bothnia, at the Gateway to the Arctic cruise aboard Le Commandant Charcot. Explore Finnish Lapland from Kemi and Oulu, cross into Swedish Lapland at Lulea, and visit UNESCO-listed Rauma. Experience reindeer sleds, husky rides, snow castles, and ice fishing.

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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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The Gulf of Bothnia, at the Gateway to the Arctic

Helsinki to Kemi - 9 Day Itinerary aboard Le Commandant Charcot

• Visit Stockholm Gamla Stan streets
• Explore Rauma UNESCO town
• Visit Kemi's snow castle
• Discover Oulu riverside markets

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Helsinki / Paris

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Local Market Visits, Urban Exploration, Archaeological Site Visits

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Board Le Commandant Charcot in Helsinki for a 9-day Arctic and Baltic cruise. Explore Stockholm’s Gamla Stan, Rauma’s UNESCO wooden town, Lulea’s church-town, Oulu’s riverside markets, and Kemi’s snow castle. Participate in Arctic excursions, sled rides, and onboard lectures, combining cultural discovery with polar-class exploration.

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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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

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Strasbourg / Strasbourg

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Christmas Market Visits, Festival Visits

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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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