Top Europe Trips & Tours in December 2025

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Rhine Christmas Markets

Zurich to Amsterdam - 8 Day Itinerary aboard Scenic Opal

• Enjoy Amsterdam’s canals
• Visit Cologne
• Discover Koblenz
• Stroll through Strasbourg

Starts / Ends

Zurich / Amsterdam

Activities

Biking

Activity Level

Variable

Admire festive decorations and twinkling lights along streets and squares, and even the Scenic Crystal will be decked out in all its Christmas finery. See the beautiful cities of Strasbourg, Baden-Baden, and Heidelberg. Admire the Rhine Gorge, enjoy Cologne's Christmas markets, and wander Amsterdam's canals.

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from $4,139

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Iconic Christmas Markets - Cruise Only

Budapest - Nuremberg - 8 Day Itinerary aboard MS Amasonata

• Visit the Great Market Hall
• Tour Vienna by Night
• Explore Melk Abbey
• Take a guided bike ride

Activity Level

Variable

Enjoy the Iconic Christmas Markets on this 8-day journey along the Danube River aboard the MS Amasota. Travel back through centuries as you walk along cobblestone streets through grand cities and historic towns bedecked with twinkling Christmas trees and lined with wooden huts gleaming with handcrafted treasures.

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from $4,915

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Hidden Gems of Piedmont

8 Day Itinerary

• Explore Alba’s historic streets
• Indulge in Barolo wine
• Discover Turin’s royal treasures
• Taste Langhe’s famous truffles
• Drive through rolling vineyards

Starts / Ends

Milan / Milan

Activities

Wine Tasting

Activity Level

Relaxed

Discover the Langhe region on an 8-day tour of gourmet flavors, historic charm, and relaxation. Highlights include Alba’s culinary treasures, a winery tour, truffle hunting, and exploring Turin’s historic center, with luxurious moments like spa indulgence and scenic drives through rolling vineyards.

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from $188

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South Coast, Waterfalls & Glacier Hike

1 Day Itinerary

• Seljalandsfoss Waterfall
• Solheimajokull Glacier
• Reynisfjara Black Sand Beach
• Reynisdrangar Basalt Sea Stacks

Starts / Ends

Reykjavik / Reykjavik

Activity Level

Easy Active

South Coast, Waterfalls and Glacier Hike from Reykjavik is sightseeing at its best. Visit waterfalls, walk on a glacier, stroll on Reynisfjara black sand beach and more.

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from $6,729

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Captivating Rhine

14 Day Itinerary aboard MS Amaprima

• Explore Heidelberg’s medieval charm
• Wander Strasbourg’s storybook lanes
• Discover Colmar’s colorful beauty
• Hike in the mystical Black Forest

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Variable

Sail the legendary Rhine on a 14-day cruise with stays in Lucerne and Zurich aboard the MS Amaprima. From Amsterdam’s canals to the Swiss Alps, explore vineyard-clad hills, fairytale towns, and historic cities along this enchanting river.

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from $6,829

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Captivating Rhine

14 Day Itinerary aboard MS Amaviola

• Join a guided bike tour
• Visit Speyer
• Enjoy Parc de l’Orangerie
• Explore the Black Forest

Activity Level

Variable

From Amsterdam’s colorful canals to the majestic Swiss Alps, enjoy a 14-day exploration of the Rhine Valley, starting with two days in Amsterdam followed by 7 nights aboard the MS Amaviola, and concluding with four nights in Switzerland between Lucerne and Zurich. Sample the local brews of beer and coffee with chances to hike and bike as well!

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from $3,579

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Christmastime on the Danube (Westbound)

Vienna to Nuremberg - 7 Day Itinerary aboard Avalon Impression

• Be amazed with art
• Get a taste for pastries
• See Nuremberg
• Enjoy visiting markets

Starts / Ends

Vienna / Nuremberg

Activities

Christmas Market Visits

Activity Level

Variable

Enjoy centuries-old Christmas markets and historical landmarks on a 7-day river cruise on the Avalon Impression from Vienna to Nuremberg. At the Christmas markets, you can taste Austria's tastiest holiday delicacies. Tour the beautiful 11th-century Benedictine Abbey, one of Europe's largest monasteries. Discover Nuremberg's medieval castles and gothic churches.

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from $6,944

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Taste of Bordeaux

15 Day Itinerary aboard MS Amadolce

• Visit the Atrium
• Tour Arcachon
• Explore the Castle of Roquetaillade
• Enjoy wine tasting

Activity Level

Variable

Board the Amadolce and enjoy 2 nights in Bilbao and 2 nights in San Sebastian leading up to a 7-night round-trip river cruise from Bordeaux, followed by 2 nights in the Loire Valley and 1 night in Paris. Visit world-famous wine estates tasting Grand Cru wines including Château Latour, Château Mouton Rothschild, Château Pichon Longueville and Château Gruaud Larose.

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from $1,258

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The Magic of Christmas: Savory Delights And Holiday Traditions On A Rhine River Cruise

5 Day Itinerary aboard MS Beethoven

• Savor the magic of Christmas
• Make Alsatian Christmas cookies
• Explore Christmas markets

Starts / Ends

Strasbourg / Strasbourg

Activity Level

Variable

Join MS Beethoven in a memorable 5-day Christmas cruise on the Rhine River to explore the oldest, most revered Christmas markets in Europe. Explore the festive international Christmas markets in Rüdesheim, Mainz, and Gambsheim,

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from $6,829

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Christmas Markets on the Rhine

14 Day Itinerary aboard MS Amalucia

• Enjoy Zurich's Christmas markets
• Stroll Heidelberg's festive markets
• Tour Cologne's historic Old Town
• Explore Amsterdam's scenic canals

Starts / Ends

Amsterdam / Zurich

Activities

Land & Sea Exploration, Festival Visits

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.

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from $6,519

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Rhine Castles & Swiss Alps

13 Day Itinerary aboard MS Amaserena

• Discover Amsterdam’s charming canal
• Explore Cologne’s historic treasure
• Cruise Rhine Gorge’s castles
• Visit Rudesheim’s scenic vineyards

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Amsterdam / Basel

Activity Level

Variable

Sail aboard the MS Amaserena on a 13-day cruise through Europe, featuring Amsterdam’s canals, Germany’s Rhine Gorge castles, France’s Alsace charm, and Italy’s glamorous Lake Como. Explore five countries and iconic landmarks.

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from $5,724

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Iconic Christmas Markets

13 Day Itinerary aboard MS Amasonata

• Visit the Great Synagogue
• Tour the vibrant Great Market Hall
• Travel through the Austrian Alps
• Explore Prague’s Christmas Markets

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Start your 13-day journey with 2 nights in Budapest, followed by a 7-night cruise from Budapest to Nuremberg & ending with 3 nights in Prague. Iconic Christmas Markets are plentiful and are on full display for your pleasure along the Danube River aboard the MS Amasonata.

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from $1,924

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Rome Extension

4 Day Itinerary

• Admire Michelangelo's masterpiece
• Explore the Vatican Museums
• Visit Roman ruins and monuments
• See the Colosseum Belvedere

Starts / Ends

47 Boutique Hotel - Rome / 47 Boutique Hotel - Rome

Activities

Urban Exploration, Archaeological Site Visits

Activity Level

Relaxed

This 4-day tour takes you to the capital city of the Roman Empire. Explore some of Rome's most iconic places and ruins, including the Colosseum, Roman Forum, and Foro di Cesareo. Admire the sacred grandeur of Vatican City and its famed museums.

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from $203

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Silfra Fissure Snorkel Adventure

1 Day Itinerary

• Experience Silfra Fissure
• Visit Thingvellir National Park

Starts / Ends

Reykjavik / Þingvellir National Park

Activities

Snorkeling

Activity Level

Relaxed

On this one-day Iceland tour, you can dive or snorkel in the crystal-clear glacial water between two tectonic plates, truly an unforgettable experience.

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from $146

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Reykjavik Food Walk

1 Day Itinerary

• Savor the Icelandic lamb
• Visit restaurants and hangouts
• Explore Reykjavik

Starts / Ends

Reykjavik / Reykjavik

Activities

Local Market Visits

Activity Level

Relaxed

The Tastiest Sightseeing Day Tour in Iceland takes you through the heart of downtown Reykjavik while treating you to mouthwatering dishes from the region. These are dishes that you would never find on a standard "things to do in Iceland" agenda.

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from $130

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Golden Circle & Hot Spring Tour

1 Day Itinerary

• Discover Secret Lagoon
• Marvel the Geysir Hot Spring
• Explore Thingvellir National Park
• Visit Gullfoss Waterfall

Starts / Ends

Reykjavik / Reykjavik

Activity Level

Easy Active

Visit three of Golden Circle's most popular destinations on this day trip and unwind in a picturesque natural pool. Complete the Icelandic experience with stopovers to waterfalls, geysers, and historical sights.

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from $2,463

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Christmastime in Alsace and Germany

Northbound - 5 Day Itinerary aboard Avalon Envision

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

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.

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from $1,233

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Northern Lights and South Coast Exploration Tour

Iceland Small Group Tour - 5 Day Itinerary

• Explore Jokulsarlon Glacier Lagoon
• Enjoy Skogafoss Waterfall
• Witness the Strokkur Geyser
• Visit the Thingvellir National Park

Starts / Ends

Reykjavik / Reykjavik

Activities

Hiking, Village Visits, Northern Lights

Activity Level

Relaxed

On this 5-day journey, experience the South Coast at its best while viewing the spectacular Northern Lights. Along the journey, take in the Golden Circle, the Jokulsarlon glacier lagoon, and numerous more sights

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