Basel Christmas Market Trips & Cruises

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Rhine Holiday Markets

Basel - Cologne - 8 Day Itinerary aboard S.S. Antoinette

Starts / Ends

Basel / Cologne

Activities

Urban Exploration, Spa Relaxation

Activity Level

Variable

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.

• 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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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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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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from $6,729

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Christmas Markets on the Rhine

14 Day Itinerary aboard MS Amastella

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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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from $3,939

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Christmas Markets on the Rhine - Cruise Only

8 Day Itinerary aboard MS Amaprima

Activity Level

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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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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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from $2,463

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Christmastime in Alsace and Germany

Northbound - 5 Day Itinerary aboard Avalon Envision

Starts / Ends

Basel / Frankfurt

Activity Level

Variable

Relish this enchanting season on a Christmastime river cruise holiday that begins in picturesque Switzerland and ends in Frankfurt aboard the gorgeous Avalon Envision.

• Experience the Black Forest
• Explore cozy Christmas markets
• Visit historic Heidelberg Castle
• Tour the Strasbourg Cathedral

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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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from $2,619

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Christmastime in Alsace and Germany

5 Day Itinerary aboard Avalon Panorama

Starts / Ends

Frankfurt / Basel

Activity Level

Variable

Enjoy this magical time of year with a Christmastime Rhine River cruise vacation starting in Frankfurt, cruising through the heart of Germany, and ending in Basel aboard the Avalon Panorama. Visit Breisach, Strasbourg, Speyer, and Heidelberg.

• Experience the Black Forest
• Explore Christmas market in Europe
• Visit Fascinating Heidelberg Castle
• Tour Strasbourg Cathedral

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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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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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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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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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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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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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from $3,839

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Christmas Markets on the Rhine - Cruise Only

8 Day Itinerary aboard MS AmaSiena

Activity Level

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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.

• Visit Cologne Cathedral
• Ride a bike along the Rhine
• Go to a wine tasting in Rudesheim
• Wander along Hauptstrasse

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