Christmas Markets on the Rhine

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Christmas Markets on the Rhine



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Dates & Pricing

Saturday 07 Dec 24 — Saturday 14 Dec 24Starting at $13,990Check Mark Icon SPECIALGet a Quote
Tuesday 10 Dec 24 — Tuesday 17 Dec 24Starting at $7,690Check Mark Icon SPECIALGet a Quote
Saturday 14 Dec 24 — Saturday 21 Dec 24Starting at $7,090Check Mark Icon SPECIALGet a Quote
Saturday 14 Dec 24 — Saturday 21 Dec 24Starting at $7,090Check Mark Icon SPECIALGet a Quote
Sunday 30 Nov 25 — Sunday 07 Dec 25Starting at $7,090Check Mark Icon SPECIALGet a Quote
Sunday 30 Nov 25 — Sunday 07 Dec 25Starting at $7,090Check Mark Icon SPECIALGet a Quote
Sunday 30 Nov 25 — Sunday 07 Dec 25Starting at $7,090Check Mark Icon SPECIALGet a Quote
Sunday 07 Dec 25 — Sunday 14 Dec 25Starting at $7,090Check Mark Icon SPECIALGet a Quote
Sunday 07 Dec 25 — Sunday 14 Dec 25Starting at $7,690Check Mark Icon SPECIALGet a Quote
Sunday 14 Dec 25 — Sunday 21 Dec 25Starting at $7,090Check Mark Icon SPECIALGet a Quote
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Sunday 14 Dec 25 — Sunday 21 Dec 25Starting at $7,090Check Mark Icon SPECIALGet a Quote
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ITINERARY

Amsterdam
Welcome to Amsterdam, a postcard-worthy destination of picturesque canals, quintessential cafés and innovative galleries that showcase contemporary art and the works of world-renowned artists, such as Van Gogh and Rembrandt. You’ll be met at the airport by a member of our friendly team and transferred to your contemporary Emerald Cruises Star-Ship. After boarding, youll enjoy some free time to explore the narrow-cobbled streets and gabled houses of the Dutch capital at your leisure. This evening, join your fellow guests for dinner on board.

Amsterdam
Board a glass-top canal boat for a tour down the Dutch capital’s UNESCO World Heritage-listed canal system, passing historic merchant houses that reflect the bygone era of the Dutch Golden Age, a time when the Dutch empire was once considered among the most influential in the world. Throughout the town, you’ll marvel as you explore the delightful Christmas stalls, each surrounded by people in their finest knitwear, drinking hot mugs of mulled wine and indulging in their favourite festive foods. Included Excursion Canal cruise

Cologne
Seven idyllic Christmas markets effortlessly transform the postcard-worthy city of Cologne into a winter wonderland over the Christmas period. Following your guided tour of the city, you’ll have the opportunity to wander the markets at your leisure, perhaps visiting the ornate stalls beneath the UNESCO World Heritage-listed Cologne Cathedral, where you can drink traditional glühwein out of beautifully decorated mugs. Included Excursion Guided tour of Colognes Old Town

Koblenz
Included Excursion Today, we’ll take you into the heart of Koblenz, an ancient city pulled from the pages of a German fairy tale. Enjoy the picturesque backdrop of vineyards and snow-topped mountain ranges as your local guide takes you through open cobbled squares and down narrow streets. Your tour will include the confluence of the Rhine and Moselle Rivers at the German Corner and idyllic panoramic views of the Rhine from Ehrenbreitstein Fortress. Included Excursion Walking tour of Koblenz & a visit to Ehrenbreitstein Fortress DiscoverMORE Moselle Valley & Cochem Castle visit (extra expense)

Ludwigshafen – Heidelberg
Your guided tour of Heidelberg’s rich history includes a wine tasting session and a visit to the ruins of Heidelberg Castle, which overlooks the Rhine River and a red-roofed skyline. Some of the most successful painters of the Romantic era drew inspiration from Heidelberg Castle, including British artist William Turner, who depicted images of the ruins in several of his paintings. Afterwards, stroll down the cobbled streets of the Old Town, touching on the Church of the Holy Spirit and the oldest university in Germany. Included Excursion Guided tour of Heidelberg

Kehl – Strasbourg
This morning, we will dock in Kehl, and you will be transferred by coach across the river to Strasbourg, the storied capital of France’s Alsace region. Your guided tour of Strasbourg will include the UNESCO World Heritage-listed Grande Île, the historical centre of the city, known for its medieval half-timbered buildings, old tanning houses, Baroque sandstone buildings, and charming canal system. Afterwards, you will have the opportunity to visit one of its most charming Christmas markets to enjoy traditional German Christmas treats and to shop for presents and stocking-fillers. Included Excursion Guided tour of Strasbourg

Breisach
Today, you’ll have the opportunity to visit the Rhine town of Breisach. Entrenched between two countries, it’s also known as the gateway to Germany’s Black Forest region. In the afternoon, we will take you to the Capital of the Black Forest, Freiburg. This city has lovely sights that will amaze you with postcard worthy Christmas Markets. Included Excursion Guided tour of Breisach & Christmas Market Visit in Freiburg

Basel – Zurich Airport
After breakfast, bid farewell to your fellow guests and your Star-Ship as you are transferred to the airport, taking memories of quintessential German villages and the magic of Christmas with you. Please book your flight to depart out of Zurich after 11:30 AM. This itinerary is a guide only and may be amended for operational reasons such as high and low water. As such, the cruise may operate altered from that stated above. Please refer to our terms and conditions for further information.

Check Mark Disclaimer: Prices listed are per person, based on double occupancy, and in USD. All promotions are valid for new bookings only, capacity controlled and valid on select dates and departures. Individual Terms and Conditions will apply to all promotions. Any promotion can be withdrawn at any time without notice. Please speak with your Pavlus Travel Planner for complete vendor terms and conditions, including eligible tour and cruise dates.