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Enjoy a cozy Christmas market in Cologne
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Christmas Markets on the Rhine

Zurich - Amsterdam - 8 Day Itinerary aboard Emerald Destiny
  • Amsterdam Canal Boat Ride
  • Cologne Cathedral Market Visit
  • Strasbourg Grande Ile Tour
  • Ravenna Viaduct Christmas Market
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Zurich / Amsterdam
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Local Market Visits
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Sail from Zurich to Amsterdam on an 8-day Rhine River cruise aboard Emerald Destiny. Visit traditional Christmas markets in Cologne, Heidelberg, and Strasbourg. Discover historic landmarks, learn local holiday customs, and stroll through medieval towns lit up for the season. Enjoy guided tours, festive treats, and seasonal activities throughout.
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Take a ride on the ferris wheel or take a stroll through the Christmas Market
from $4,979
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Christmas Markets on the Rhine - Cruise Only

8 Day Itinerary aboard 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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Wine Tasting
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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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Basel at Christmas, Switzerland
from $4,851
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Christmastime on the Romantic Rhine

Basel to Frankfurt - 8 Day Itinerary aboard Avalon View
  • Tour the majestic Black Forest
  • Explore Strasbourg Cathedral
  • Taste treats at Chocolate Museum
  • Tour the Gutenberg Museum
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Basel / Frankfurt
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Christmas Market Visits, Village Visits, Urban Exploration
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Experience an 8-day Christmastime on the Romantic Rhine cruise from Basel to Frankfurt aboard the Avalon View. Visit festive markets in Strasbourg, Heidelberg, and Cologne. Sail through the stunning Rhine Gorge and enjoy traditional treats and historical sites on this holiday river journey through Switzerland, France, and Germany.
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Detailed ornament at a Christmas Market
from $16,990
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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
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Amsterdam / Budapest
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Small Ship Sailing
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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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Vienna
from $7,259
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Christmas Markets on the Rhine

Amsterdam - Zurich - 14 Day Itinerary aboard AmaSiena
  • Visit Zaanse Schanse
  • Ride a bike along the Rhine
  • Enjoy Christmas traditions
  • Explore Speyer
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Hiking, Land & Sea Exploration
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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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Basel at Christmas, Switzerland
from $4,249
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Christmas Markets on the Rhine - Cruise Only

8 Day Itinerary aboard AmaSiena
  • Visit Cologne Cathedral
  • Ride a bike along the Rhine
  • Go to a wine tasting in Rudesheim
  • Wander along Hauptstrasse
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Biking
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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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