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View castle ruins near Rudesheim
from $1,305
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New Year On The Rhine: The Romantic Rhine And Its Castles

Strasbourg Roundtrip - 4 Day Itinerary aboard MS Mona Lisa
  • Cruise Romantic Rhine Valley
  • Explore St. Goar
  • Walk at Speyer Old Town
  • Visit a Rudesheim restaurant
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Strasbourg / Strasbourg
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Celebrate the New Year on a 4-day Rhine River cruise aboard MS Mona Lisa from Strasbourg to Heidelberg, Speyer, Rüdesheim, and St. Goar. Enjoy a festive New Year’s Eve dinner, guided tours, museum visits, and scenic cruising through the Romantic Rhine Valley.
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Gingerbread Christmas ornaments at market in Colmar, France
from $958
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A Bountiful Christmas in Alsace and the Black Forest

Strasbourg Roundtrip - 4 Day Itinerary aboard MS L'Europe
  • Experience the Christmas Market
  • Explore Colmar and its Christmas
  • Discover the Christmas Spirit
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Explore and experience Christmas holidays in Colmar, Breisach and Freiburg and enjoy their Christmas markets on this 4-day sailing trip on MS L'Europe around Strasbourg.
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Explore the inspiring Amsterdam
from $4,999
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Grand European Tour: Budapest to Amsterdam

Budapest to Amsterdam - 15 Day Itinerary aboard Viking
  • Discover Europe’s castles & culture
  • Visit St. Stephen’s Cathedral
  • See St. Peter’s Cathedral
  • Learn Wertheim's tradition
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Budapest / Amsterdam
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Join this 15-day Grand European Tour from Amsterdam to Budapest. Explore the beauty, nature, and architecture of Netherlands, Germany, Austria, and Hungary while sailing along the Danube, Main and Rhine Rivers.
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Enjoy a quiet moment on the banks of the Danube
from $8,003
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Magnificent Rivers of Europe

Budapest to Amsterdam - 15 Day Itinerary aboard Avalon Expression
  • See Heroes' Square in Budapest
  • Discover Vienna's imperial sites
  • Go to the Bishop’s Residenz
  • Sail the dramatic Rhine Gorge
  • Navigate Amsterdam's canals
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Budapest / Amsterdam
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Urban Exploration, Biking, Wine Tasting, Village Visits
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Embark on a 15-day Magnificent Rivers of Europe river cruise from Budapest to Amsterdam aboard the Avalon Expression. You explore vibrant capitals like Vienna and Bratislava, sail the scenic Wachau Valley and dramatic Rhine Gorge, and visit historic German towns like Passau and Cologne before arriving in Holland’s lively capital.
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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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Rhine Gorge
from $6,199
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Captivating Rhine

Amsterdam - Zurich - 14 Day Itinerary aboard 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
from $6,909
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Christmas Markets on the Rhine

Amsterdam - Zurich - 14 Day Itinerary aboard 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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Christmas Market Visits, 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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Enjoy a cozy Christmas market in Cologne
from $10,790
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Rhine Christmas Markets

Zurich - Amsterdam - 8 Day Itinerary aboard Scenic Jasper
  • Wander Freiburg’s old town
  • Stroll Strasbourg markets
  • Tour Cologne Cathedral
  • Explore Colmar markets
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Basel / Amsterdam
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Experience a festive 8-day Rhine River cruise from Zurich to Amsterdam on the Scenic Jasper. Discover historic Christmas markets charming towns, and enjoy special traditions like glühwein and festive shopping.
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Detailed ornament at a Christmas Market
from $10,790
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Danube Christmas Markets

Budapest - Munich - 8 Day Itinerary aboard Scenic Amber
  • Explore Budapest’s vibrant markets
  • Discover Bratislava medieval charm
  • Visit Vienna’s Schonbrunn Palace
  • Tour Melk’s grand abbey
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Budapest / Regensburg
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Join an 8-day cruise from Budapest to Munich on the Scenic Amber, where you can experience enchanting Christmas markets along the Danube River. Enjoy exclusive events, such as a private concert at the historic Palais Liechtenstein, while soaking in Central Europe's rich history and festive spirit.
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Hungary's Parliament building in Budapest
from $2,999
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Christmas on the Danube

Regensburg to Budapest - 8 Day Itinerary aboard Viking
  • Visit Regensburg's medieval town
  • Stroll the romantic market stalls
  • See Europe's largest pipe organ
  • Explore Vienna's Christmas markets
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Regensburg / Budapest
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Festival Visits
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Variable
Discover the wonders of Hungary, Austria, and Germany on an 8-day Christmas on the Danube cruise. Explore grand cities, medieval towns, & quaint villages, & enjoy the lively festivities of three countries. Experience the holiday atmosphere of Budapest's Christmas markets, Vienna's delightful handmade decorations, and Regensburg's fairy-tale beauty.
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Stroll along the canals of Dusseldorf
from $6,150
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Active & Discovery on the Rhine with 2 Nights in Lucerne

Amsterdam to Lucerne - 10 Day Itinerary aboard Avalon Panorama
  • Explore Amsterdam canals by kayak
  • Discover Dusseldorf Old Town
  • Sail the Rhine Gorge castles
  • Taste Strasbourg Alsatian cuisine
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Amsterdam / Lucerne
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Kayaking
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Aboard Avalon Panorama, sail from Amsterdam to Lucerne on a 10-day Rhine cruise through Holland, Germany, France, and Switzerland, including 2 nights in Lucerne. Explore Amsterdam, Düsseldorf, Koblenz, the Rhine Gorge, Heidelberg, Strasbourg, the Black Forest, Basel, and Lucerne with Active & Discovery excursions.
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Explore the inspiring Amsterdam
from $12,085
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Jewels of the Rhine & Copenhagen

Copenhagen - Zurich - 11 Day Itinerary aboard Emerald Sun
  • Explore Copenhagen’s royal landmark
  • Discover Alkmaar’s medieval charm
  • Stroll Dusseldorf’s Rhine promenade
  • Sample Alsatian flavors
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Copenhagen / Zurich
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Archaeological Site Visits, Local Market Visits, Land & Sea Exploration
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Variable
Experience an 11-day river cruise on the Emerald Sun, exploring Holland and the Rhine. Enjoy highlights like Amsterdam’s canals, Cologne’s history, Heidelberg’s charm, and Strasbourg's unique architecture amid stunning landscapes.
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