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The holiday season in Amsterdam is enchanting, especially as you float between quaint towns and bustling cities visiting Christmas markets experiencing centuries-long traditions in Amsterdam. Spend the 2025 Christmas season with twinkling lights, snow-topped cathedrals, classic holiday tunes, and scores of merry bundled-up shoppers.Contact one of our Amsterdam Christmas market cruise specialists for help planning the perfect, seamless trip.
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Detailed ornament at a Christmas Market
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Rhineland And Dutch Christmas

5 Day Itinerary aboard MS L'Europe
Starts / Ends
Strasbourg / Amsterdam
Activity Level
Variable
Embark on MS L'Europe and join its 5-day cruise on the Rhine River to explore the famous Christmas markets of the Rhineland. Set off from charming Strasbourg, France, and cruise along the Rhine to beautiful Cologne, where you'll find cozy markets and a stunning cathedral. Your journey concludes in historic Amsterdam.
  • Experience the magic of Christmas
  • Explore romantic Rhine Valley
  • Tour the city of Cologne
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Wander a cozy Christmas Market
from $3,839
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Christmas Markets on the Rhine - Cruise Only

8 Day Itinerary aboard MS Amacerto
Starts / Ends
Amsterdam / Basel
Activity Level
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.
  • Explore Amsterdam’s scenic canals
  • Discover Cologne’s Old Town
  • Cruise Rhine Gorge’s castles
  • Savor Dusseldorf’s crisp Altbier
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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
Starts / Ends
Basel / Amsterdam
Activity Level
Variable
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.
  • Wander Freiburg’s old town
  • Stroll Strasbourg markets
  • Tour Cologne Cathedral
  • Explore Colmar markets
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Lights brighten the evening at this bustling Christmas Market
from $3,839
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Christmas Markets on the Rhine - Cruise Only

Amsterdam - Basel - 8 Day Itinerary aboard MS Amaviola
Starts / Ends
Amsterdam / Basel
Activity Level
Relaxed
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.
  • Cruise scenic canals in Amsterdam
  • Discover Cologne’s festive markets
  • Explore castles in the Rhine Gorge
  • Stroll Heidelberg’s Market
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Ice skating at a Christmas Market in Zurich
from $6,529
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Christmas Markets on the Rhine

Amsterdam - Zurich - 14 Day Itinerary aboard MS Amaviola
Starts / Ends
Amsterdam / Zurich
Activities
Wine Tasting, Biking, Land & Sea Exploration, Hiking, Christmas Market Visits
Activity Level
Variable
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.
  • Explore castles in the Rhine Gorge
  • Cruise scenic canals in Amsterdam
  • Stroll Heidelberg’s Market
  • Discover Cologne’s festive markets
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Wander a cozy Christmas Market
from $3,939
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Christmas Markets on the Rhine - Cruise Only

8 Day Itinerary aboard MS Amaprima
Activity Level
Variable
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.
  • Admire Amsterdam's famous canals
  • Bike along Rüdesheim
  • Visit Strasbourg’s Christmas Market
  • Enjoy Europe's Christmas markets
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Vienna
from $4,039
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Christmas Markets on the Rhine - Cruise Only

8 Day Itinerary aboard MS Amalucia
Starts / Ends
Amsterdam / Basel
Activity Level
Variable
Sail the Rhine on an 8-day holiday cruise, exploring Europe’s most festive Christmas Markets from Amsterdam to Basel aboard the MS Amalucia. Sip gluhwein in Cologne, wander Strasbourg’s famed market, and witness Gengenbach’s giant Advent calendar.
  • Stroll Heidelberg's festive markets
  • Tour Cologne's historic Old Town
  • Explore Amsterdam's scenic canals
  • Sail the Rhine and visit Rudesheim
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Detailed ornament at a Christmas Market
from $6,729
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Christmas Markets on the Rhine

14 Day Itinerary aboard MS Amastella
Activities
Urban Exploration
Activity Level
Variable
Sail the Rhine on a 14-day holiday cruise with stays in Amsterdam, Lucerne, and Zurich aboard the MS Amastella. Stroll Europe’s most enchanting Christmas Markets, from Cologne’s Gothic backdrop to Strasbourg’s festive charm and Gengenbach’s giant Advent calendar.
  • Enjoy Europe's Christmas markets
  • Discover Strasbourgs charm
  • Marvel at Basels historic sites
  • Explore Lucerne's festive markets
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Ice skating at a Christmas Market in Zurich
from $6,629
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Christmas Markets on the Rhine

14 Day Itinerary aboard MS Amaprima
Activity Level
Variable
Embark on a 14-day cruise with 2 nights in Lucerne and Zurich aboard the MS Amaprima. From Amsterdam’s canals to Switzerland’s lakes, explore Europe’s enchanting Christmas markets, sip glühwein, and soak in the holiday magic.
  • Cruise the canals of Amsterdam
  • Browse Cologne´s Christmas market
  • Visit the historic Rüdesheim
  • Explore the streets of Lucerne
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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
Starts / Ends
Amsterdam / Basel
Activities
Local Market Visits, Village Visits, Festival Visits, Archaeological Site Visits
Activity Level
Variable
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.
  • Discover Basel
  • Explore Breisach
  • Experience Strasbourg, France
  • Explore Rüdesheim, Germany
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Enjoy a cozy Christmas market in Cologne
from $22,790
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Christmas & New Year

Budapest - Amsterdam - 15 Day Itinerary aboard Scenic Opal
Starts / Ends
Budapest / Amsterdam
Activity Level
Variable
Set sail on a 15-day Scenic Opal cruise from Budapest to Amsterdam, celebrating the holidays with visits to festive markets and historic cities. Experience Christmas in Vienna and ring in the New Year in Wurzburg, soaking in Europe’s rich culture and seasonal charm.
  • Witness Vienna’s imperial charm
  • Discover Cesky Krumlov’s streets
  • Visit Nuremberg’s Imperial Castle
  • Admire Wurzburg’s vineyards
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Basel at Christmas, Switzerland
from $6,729
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Christmas Markets on the Rhine

14 Day Itinerary aboard MS Amalucia
Starts / Ends
Amsterdam / Zurich
Activity Level
Variable
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.
  • 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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Detailed ornament at a Christmas Market
from $16,990
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Christmas & New Year

Amsterdam - Budapest - 15 Day Itinerary aboard Scenic Jasper
Starts / Ends
Amsterdam / Budapest
Activities
Small Ship Sailing
Activity Level
Variable
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.
  • Stroll Amsterdam’s canals
  • Admire Cologne Cathedral
  • Explore Miltenberg’s houses
  • Discover Wurzburg’s Baroque beauty
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Take a ride on the ferris wheel or take a stroll through the Christmas Market
from $4,039
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Christmas Markets on the Rhine - Cruise Only

8 Day Itinerary aboard MS Amastella
Activity Level
Variable
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.
  • 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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Vienna
from $6,529
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Christmas Markets on the Rhine

Amsterdam - Zurich - 14 Day Itinerary aboard MS AmaSiena
Activity Level
Variable
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!
  • Visit Zaanse Schanse
  • Ride a bike along the Rhine
  • Enjoy Christmas traditions
  • Explore Speyer
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Basel at Christmas, Switzerland
from $3,839
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Christmas Markets on the Rhine - Cruise Only

8 Day Itinerary aboard MS AmaSiena
Activity Level
Variable
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.
  • Visit Cologne Cathedral
  • Ride a bike along the Rhine
  • Go to a wine tasting in Rudesheim
  • Wander along Hauptstrasse
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