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Christmas garland over illuminated crowded street in Paris, France
from $3,799
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Christmas on the Rhine & Moselle

Paris - Zurich - 12 Day Itinerary aboard Viking
  • Explore the ancient Porta Nigra
  • Discover the medieval Bernkastel
  • Taste sweet delicacies in Cochem
  • Savor gingerbread in Strasbourg
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Paris / Zurich
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Christmas Market Visits, Village Visits, Urban Exploration, Archaeological Site Visits, Land & Sea Exploration
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Embark on a 12-day river cruise with Viking River Cruises, exploring winter holiday traditions across Europe, starting in Paris and traveling to Reims, Strasbourg, and historic German cities. Enjoy outdoor Christmas markets, local delicacies, and regional customs, all while taking in stunning European landmarks.
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Enjoy a cozy Christmas Market in Frankfurt
from $3,243
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Christmas Time in Alsace & Germany (Northbound)

Basel to Frankfurt - 5 Day Itinerary aboard Avalon Panorama
  • Explore Breisach Christmas Market
  • Discover Freiburg medieval streets
  • Stroll Strasbourg La Petite
  • Tour Heidelberg Castle ruins
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Basel / Frankfurt
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Variable
Experience a 5-day Christmas Markets cruise from Basel to Frankfurt aboard Avalon Panorama. Explore Breisach and the magical Black Forest, stroll through Strasbourg’s La Petite France and winter markets, and visit Heidelberg Castle with the Great Vat. Enjoy festive foods, mulled wine, and charming towns, combining guided excursions with free time.
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La Petite district in Strasbourg
from $3,243
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Christmastime in Alsace & Germany

Basel to Frankfurt - 5 Day Itinerary aboard Avalon Panorama
  • Breisach & Black Forest excursion
  • Strasbourg Christmas markets visit
  • Heidelberg Castle guided tour
  • Rhine River festive cruise views
Starts / Ends
Basel / Frankfurt
Activities
Wine Tasting
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Variable
Experience a 5-day cruise aboard Avalon Panorama through Switzerland, Germany, and France. Travel along the Rhine River from Basel to Frankfurt, exploring Breisach and the Black Forest, Strasbourg’s Christmas markets, and Heidelberg’s castle, with festive villages and seasonal traditions along the way.
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Old city of Koblenz by night
from $7,990
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Jewels of the Rhine

Amsterdam - Zurich - 8 Day Itinerary aboard Emerald Dawn
  • Explore Alkmaar's historic charm
  • Sail Rhine’s scenic landscapes
  • Stroll Dusseldorf's vibrant streets
  • Discover Cologne's Gothic cathedral
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Amsterdam / Zurich
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Variable
Embark on an 8-day river cruise from Amsterdam to Zurich aboard the Emerald Dawn. Discover Alkmaar’s cheese traditions, Cologne’s Gothic cathedral, the Rhine Gorge’s castles, and the Black Forest’s culinary delights.
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Strasbourg
from $3,179
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Captivating Rhine - Cruise Only

Amsterdam to Basel - 8 Day Itinerary aboard AmaSiena
  • Take an Amsterdam canal tour
  • Enjoy bike tours and wine tastings
  • Hike up the Philosopher's Path
  • Join a panoramic tour of Strasbourg
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Amsterdam / Basel
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Variable
Sail from Amsterdam to Basel on an 8-day Rhine River cruise aboard the MS Amasiena, passing vineyard-clad hills and fairytale castles. Explore charming towns, savor local flavors, and experience the beauty of Alsace, the Black Forest, and beyond.
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Ehrenfels Castle on Rhine River near Rudesheim
from $3,479
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Enchanting Rhine - Cruise Only

Basel - Amsterdam - 8 Day Itinerary aboard AmaLucia
  • Explore Heidelberg's castle views
  • Savor Rudesheim's famed Riesling
  • Stroll Strasbourg's streets
  • Discover Breisach's scenic past
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Basel / Amsterdam
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Embark on an 8-day river cruise aboard the MS Amalucia, exploring cities where rich history meets modern progress. Journey along the scenic Rhine, passing 40 castles, timeless traditions, and inspiring towns like Heidelberg, where Mark Twain wrote A Tramp Abroad.
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Explore the inspiring Amsterdam
from $4,049
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Swiss Alps and Rhine Castles - Cruise Only

Basel - Amsterdam - 8 Day Itinerary aboard AmaSerena
  • Explore Basel’s medieval charm
  • Discover Lucerne’s landmarks
  • Stroll Strasbourg’s streets
  • Taste Rudesheim’s coffee
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Basel / Amsterdam
Activities
Local Market Visits
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Variable
Experience an 8-day Rhine River cruise on the MS Amaserena, visiting festive cities like Basel, Strasbourg, and Cologne. Enjoy Christmas markets, cultural highlights, and beautiful winter scenery, concluding your journey in historic Amsterdam.
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Lights brighten the evening at this bustling Christmas Market
from $4,849
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Christmas Markets on the Rhine - Cruise Only

Amsterdam - Basel - 8 Day Itinerary aboard AmaViola
  • Cruise scenic canals in Amsterdam
  • Discover Cologne’s festive markets
  • Explore castles in the Rhine Gorge
  • Stroll Heidelberg’s Market
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Amsterdam / Basel
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Variable
Embark on an 8-day cruise from Amsterdam to Basel 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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Wander a cozy Christmas Market
from $4,749
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Christmas Markets on the Rhine - Cruise Only

8 Day Itinerary aboard AmaCerto
  • Explore Amsterdam’s scenic canals
  • Discover Cologne’s Old Town
  • Cruise Rhine Gorge’s castles
  • Savor Dusseldorf’s crisp Altbier
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Amsterdam / Basel
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Variable
Set sail on an 8-day cruise aboard MS Amacerto, exploring Europe's most enchanting Christmas Markets. From Cologne's Gothic cathedral to Strasbourg's festive charm and Gengenbach's giant Advent calendar, embrace the season's magic along the Rhine River.
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Grossmunster Cathedral, Zurich
from $6,009
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Enchanting Rhine

12 Day Itinerary aboard AmaPrima
  • Enjoy panoramic views of Zürich
  • Walk along Lucerne's famous streets
  • Visit the iconic Heidelberg Castle
  • Admire Amsterdam's beauty
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After spending two nights in both Zurich and Lucerne, Switzerland, board the MS Amaprima on an exclusive 7-day Rhine River cruise through the historic old towns and big cities of Germany, the historic borderlands of Strasbourg, France, and finally to Amsterdam in the Netherlands.
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View of Strasbourg city
from $4,179
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Enchanting Rhine - Cruise Only

8 Day Itinerary aboard AmaStella
  • See Strasbourg's Gothic Cathedral
  • Enjoy Heidelberg's natural beauty
  • Hike through Rüdesheim
  • Admire Amsterdam's canals
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From Basel, Switzerland to Amsterdam, the Netherlands, this classic 8-day cruise of the Rhine & Moselle Rivers aboard the MS Amastella will take you through scenic wine country, where you can visit, hike, and tour the historic towns, museums, and canals of Breisach, Strasbourg, Manheim & Heidelberg, the castles of Rüdesheim, and Koblenz & Cologne.
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La Petite district in Strasbourg
from $4,149
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Rhine Castles & Swiss Alps - Cruise Only

Amsterdam - Basel - 8 Day Itinerary aboard AmaVenita
  • Visit Rüdesheim vineyard
  • Visit iconic cathedral architecture
  • Cruise through the Rhine Gorge
  • Discover Lake Lucerne
  • Bike along the Rhine River
Starts / Ends
Amsterdam / Basel
Activities
Biking, Hiking
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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