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Basel at Christmas, Switzerland
from $7,159
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Christmas Markets on the Rhine

14 Day Itinerary aboard AmaLucia
  • 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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Amsterdam / Zurich
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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.
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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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Biking, Wine Tasting, Hiking, Christmas Market Visits, Land & Sea Exploration
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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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Basel at Christmas, Switzerland
from $2,799
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Christmas on the Rhine

Amsterdam - Basel - 8 Day Itinerary aboard Viking
  • Discover Basel
  • Explore Breisach
  • Experience Strasbourg, France
  • Explore Rüdesheim, Germany
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Amsterdam / Basel
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Village Visits, Festival Visits, Local Market Visits, Archaeological Site Visits
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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.
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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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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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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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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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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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