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Experience the unique festivals & holidays of France on a trip by Adventure Life. Stroll the festive streets of Strasbourg, Bordeaux, Honfleur, Saint Malo, and La Rochelle where you also may enjoy Local Market Visits, Village Visits, Christmas Market Visits, Wine Tasting, and Archaeological Site Visits. Tell us all about your dream trip over the holidays and our France experts work with you to make it reality.
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Mont Saint-Michel, a small rocky island in Normandy
from $13,995
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European Coastal Cruise: Portugal, Spain and France

Porto to London - 10 Day Itinerary aboard Le Champlain
  • Savor Galician cuisine, folklore
  • Tour Guggenheim in Bilbao
  • Discover Bordeaux’s wine country
  • Visit Mont Saint-Michel
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Porto / London
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Join a 10-day European coastal cruise from Porto to London aboard Le Champlain, exploring the scenic shores of Portugal, Spain, and France. Immerse yourself in local culture, cuisine, and iconic landmarks along the Atlantic shore.
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Brilliant tulips growing near Amsterdam
from $16,695
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A European Spring

Lisbon - Amsterdam - 17 Day Itinerary aboard Greg Mortimer
  • Taste Pastéis de Nata, in Lisbon
  • Visit caves in Porto's Ribeira
  • Admire flowers at Keukenhof Gardens
  • Sample wines at Chateau Loudenne
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Lisbon / Amsterdam
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Village Visits, Festival Visits, Local Market Visits, Wine Tasting, Hiking, Archaeological Site Visits
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Set sail on a 17-day cruise from Lisbon to Amsterdam aboard the Greg Mortimer, celebrating spring along Europe’s Atlantic coast. Explore stunning landscapes, vibrant local culture, and historic towns while enjoying seasonal festivities.
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Basel at Christmas, Switzerland
from $2,799
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Christmas on the Rhine

Amsterdam - Basel - 8 Day Itinerary aboard Viking River Cruises
  • Discover Basel
  • Explore Breisach
  • Experience Strasbourg, France
  • Explore Rüdesheim, Germany
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Amsterdam / Basel
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Embark on an 8-day Christmas on the Rhine Cruise with Viking Cruises from Amsterdam to Basel. Experience festive charm in picturesque villages, savor holiday treats at vibrant stalls and revel in the Rhine Valley's joyful atmosphere, including Cologne's sparkling lights.
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Explore the historic old town Koblenz
from $3,999
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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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Basel at Christmas, Switzerland
from $6,829
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Christmas Markets on the Rhine

14 Day Itinerary aboard MS Amalucia
  • Enjoy Zurich's Christmas markets
  • Stroll Heidelberg's festive markets
  • Tour Cologne's historic Old Town
  • Explore Amsterdam's scenic canals
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Amsterdam / Zurich
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Land & Sea Exploration, Biking
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Sail the Rhine on a 14-day holiday cruise, exploring Europe’s most festive Christmas Markets from Amsterdam to Zurich aboard the MS Amalucia. Sip gluhwein in Cologne, wander Strasbourg’s famed market, and witness Gengenbach’s giant Advent calendar.
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Enjoy a cozy Christmas market with loved ones
from $1,188
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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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Urban Exploration, Christmas Market 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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