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Enjoy a cozy Christmas Market in Frankfurt
from $2,619
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Christmastime in Alsace and Germany

5 Day Itinerary aboard Avalon Panorama
  • Experience the Black Forest
  • Explore Christmas market in Europe
  • Visit Fascinating Heidelberg Castle
  • Tour Strasbourg Cathedral
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Frankfurt / Basel
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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.
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Take a ride on the ferris wheel or take a stroll through the Christmas Market
from $1,625
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Delightful Christmas Markets in the Neckar Valley

Strasbourg Roundtrip - 5 Day Itinerary aboard MS Victor Hugo
  • Explore romantic city of Heidelberg
  • See whimsical Christmas Market
  • Tour in historic Speyer
  • Stroll through Eberbach
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Strasbourg / Strasbourg
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Variable
Explore charming Christmas Markets and wander in the beautiful landmarks in the Neckar Valley and magical Rothenburg in this 5-day cruise aboard MS Victor Hugo
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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
  • Explore Amsterdam’s scenic canals
  • Discover Cologne’s Old Town
  • Cruise Rhine Gorge’s castles
  • Savor Dusseldorf’s crisp Altbier
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Amsterdam / Basel
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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.
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Take a ride on the ferris wheel or take a stroll through the Christmas Market
from $1,193
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Christmas on the Romantic Rhine

4 Day Itinerary aboard MS Leonardo Da Vinci
  • Christmas Markets in Strasbourg
  • Tour museums in Rüdesheim
  • Discover the history of Mainz
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Strasbourg / Strasbourg
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Variable
Cruise the romantic Rhine Valley this Christmas and discover the famous Christmas market of Strasbourg, one of the biggest in Europe, aboard the MS Leonard Da Vinci.
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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
  • Cruise scenic canals in Amsterdam
  • Discover Cologne’s festive markets
  • Explore castles in the Rhine Gorge
  • Stroll Heidelberg’s Market
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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.
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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
  • Discover Basel
  • Explore Breisach
  • Experience Strasbourg, France
  • Explore Rüdesheim, Germany
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Amsterdam / Basel
Activities
Village Visits, Festival Visits, Archaeological Site Visits
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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.
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Explore the historic old town Koblenz
from $3,999
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Rhine Holiday Markets

Basel - Cologne - 8 Day Itinerary aboard S.S. Antoinette
  • 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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Basel / Cologne
Activities
Spa Relaxation
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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.
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Amsterdam is known for its citizens' love for bikes!
from $20,744
2-for-1
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Romantic Rhine & Moselle

Zurich - Amsterdam - 15 Day Itinerary aboard Scenic Ruby
  • Enjoy Amsterdam’s canals
  • Visit Cologne
  • Discover Koblenz
  • Stroll through Strasbourg
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Zurich / Amsterdam
Activities
Local Market Visits
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Variable
Cruise the Rhine and Moselle rivers for 15 days aboard Scenic Ruby, from Basel to Koblenz. Discover medieval villages, historic castles, and Trier's Roman heritage, and enjoy a private concert at the UNESCO-listed Liebfrauenkirche. Sail the Moselle Valley's wine region and explore the stunning Rhine Gorge.
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from $4,399
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European Holiday Markets

Nuremberg to Vienna - 8 Day Itinerary aboard S.S. Beatrice
  • Visit Nuremberg’s Christmas Market
  • Cruise the scenic Wachau Valley
  • Explore Vienna’s historic landmarks
  • Stroll through historic Regensburg
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Nuremberg / Vienna
Activities
Urban Exploration, Wildlife Viewing
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Variable
Experience an 8-day European Holiday Market cruise along the Danube River from Nuremberg to Vienna aboard the S.S. Beatrice. Discover festive cities and charming villages with holiday lights. Visit Nuremberg’s grand Christmas Market, the romantic Thurn and Taxis Castle market, and savor mulled wine, roasted chestnuts, and handcrafted treasures.
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Vienna
from $4,139
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Iconic Christmas Markets - Cruise Only

Nuremberg - Budapest - 8 Day Itinerary aboard MS Amalea
  • Visit the Great Market Hall
  • Explore Vörösmarty Square
  • Join a guided bike ride
  • Join a walking tour of Passau
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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. Enjoy an 8-day cruise of Iconic Christmas Markets aboard MS Amalea!
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Enjoy a carriage ride at the Christmas Market
from $4,139
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Iconic Christmas Markets - Cruise Only

Budapest - Nuremberg - 8 Day Itinerary aboard MS Amaverde
  • Discover Budapest’s festive charm
  • Hike Budapest’s scenic Castle Hill
  • Visit Vienna’s festive Town Hall
  • Explore Nuremberg’s Christmas glow
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Budapest / Nuremberg
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Variable
Embark on an 8-day river cruise from Budapest to Nuremberg aboard the MS Amaverde, exploring festive Christmas Markets in stunning cities and charming towns. Enjoy the season's sights, sounds, and tastes, from handcrafted treasures to delightful holiday treats.
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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
  • 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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Amsterdam / Basel
Activities
Wine Tasting
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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.
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Enjoy a cozy Christmas market with loved ones
from $3,579
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Christmastime on the Danube (Eastbound)

7 Day Itinerary aboard Avalon Envision
  • Admire Imperial Palace complex
  • Explore Altes Rathaus
  • Enjoy Regensburg’s Christmas market
  • Uncover medieval architectures
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Nuremberg / Vienna
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Variable
Enjoy this magical time of year with a Christmastime river cruise vacation starting in the Nuremberg, on through the heart of Germany, and ending in Austria aboard the magnificent Avalon Envision.
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Passau at sunset, Germany
from $3,579
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Christmastime on the Danube

Eastbound - 7 Day Itinerary aboard Avalon Impression
  • Explore the city of Nuremberg
  • Have fun exploring Christmas market
  • Roam around the city of Passau
  • Visit the Benedictine Abbey
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Nuremberg / Vienna
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Variable
Experience this one-of-a-kind Christmas trip by sailing through the Danube river and visit fascinating sights beginning Nuremberg's medieval architectures to Vienna's magical Christmas advent markets.
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Amsterdam is known for its citizens' love for bikes!
from $9,090
2-for-1
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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
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Zurich / Amsterdam
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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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Hungarian parliament, Budapest
from $3,939
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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
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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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Historic Nuremberg
from $7,899
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Grand Christmas & New Year's

Nuremberg to Budapest - 13 Day Itinerary aboard S.S. Beatrice
  • Tour to the Regensburg old city
  • Visit the Bavarian Forest village
  • Walk through the beautiful Passau
  • Enjoy a private concert in Vienna
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Nuremberg / Budapest
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Variable
Celebrate the holiday season on a 13-day river cruise from Nuremberg to Budapest aboard the S.S. Beatrice. Immerse yourself in festive Christmas markets, charming medieval towns, and iconic cities along the Danube River. Savor mulled wine, traditional gingerbread, and local delicacies as you journey through Germany, Austria, and Hungary.
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Wander a cozy Christmas Market
from $3,939
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Iconic Christmas Markets - Cruise Only

Nuremberg - Budapest - 8 Day Itinerary aboard MS Amareina
  • Explore Nuremberg’s medieval charm
  • Wander Regensburg’s Old Town
  • Stroll Passau’s cobbled streets
  • Visit Thurn Christmas Market
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Nuremberg / Budapest
Activities
Biking, Christmas Market Visits, Hiking
Activity Level
Variable
Experience an 8-day cruise on the MS Amareina, visiting charming towns and stunning cities adorned with Christmas decorations. Enjoy festive markets in Nuremberg, Regensburg, Vienna, and Budapest, filled with handmade crafts, mulled wine, and holiday delights.
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