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Christmas Markets on the Rhine

Nov 25 - Dec 8, 2027

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Dawn Guckavan

Platinum Travel

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Overview

<p>Experience the deep-rooted holiday traditions of Europe at its most festive time of year and get caught up in the magic of the holidays with visits to some of the world’s most timeless Christmas Markets. Warm up with a mug of steamy glühwein while at the Cologne Christmas Market located in front of its UNESCO-designated Gothic cathedral. Let the "Capital of Noël," Strasbourg, the oldest and largest Christmas Market in France, captivate you the way it has for so many others for centuries. Meander through Heidelberg’s majestic Christmas Market nestled idyllically amongst the historic squares of the Old Town. Cherish all the glory of the season in grand European style as you cruise along the Rhine.</p>

Day 1 · Thu, Nov 25 · Amsterdam, Netherlands

Land portion hotel (4-star or higher) — Amsterdam

Nov 25 – Nov 27

This is included in the trip. If you choose not to do the land portion you receive a $1000.00 off your cruise. This is the land portion of the cruise. The hotel will be 4 star or higher. The two tours in Amsterdam are Walking tour and Zaanse Schan...

Day 2 · Fri, Nov 26 · Amsterdam, Netherlands

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Day 3 · Sat, Nov 27 · Amsterdam, Netherlands

About Your Cruise Line - AmaWaterways

At AmaWaterways, we craft immersive river journeys aboard our spacious, custom-designed ships. With heartfelt service and regionally inspired cuisine, we guide our guests through Europe, Asia, Africa and South America, always with warmth, flexibility, and a spirit of authentic discovery. Embark on a different kind of trip with an AmaWaterways river cruise, with sailings on rivers around the world—from European classics like the Rhine and Rhône to adventurous locales along the Nile, Mekong,...

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Amsterdam

12:00AM

AMSTERDAM, NETHERLANDS – EMBARKATION. Board the ship in Amsterdam for your Christmas Markets on the Rhine cruise. (D) Amsterdam combines the unrivaled beauty of the 17th-century Golden Age city center with plenty of museums and art of the highest ...

Sail through Europe at its most enchanting time of year

Starting at $13,796

Nov 27 – Dec 4 · Check in: 1:00PM

5 room options

Sail through Europe at its most enchanting time of year–where glittering lights, festive markets, and the timeless beauty of the Rhine come together in a celebration of old-world charm and holiday wonder. Along the way, Smithsonian Journeys Exclus...

Day 4 · Sun, Nov 28 · Amsterdam, Netherlands

Amsterdam

12:00AM

AMSTERDAM – UTRECHT. Step into centuries of history at Slot Zuylen, a castle first built around 1250 and shaped by generations that followed. A significant renovation in the mid-17th century transformed the castle. This, along with smaller changes...

Amsterdam

12:00AM

Amsterdam combines the unrivaled beauty of the 17th-century Golden Age city center with plenty of museums and art of the highest order, not to mention a remarkably laid-back atmosphere. It all comes together to make this one of the world's most ap...

Utrecht

12:00AM

Day 5 · Mon, Nov 29 · Düsseldorf, Germany

Düsseldorf

12:00AM

Day 6 · Tue, Nov 30 · Rüdesheim am Rhein, Germany

Rhine Gorge, Germany

12:00AM

RHINE GORGE – RÜDESHEIM. Cruise through the castle-laden Rhine River Gorge before reaching the winemaking town of Rüdesheim. Once in Rüdesheim, you will have four choices of morning excursions. Wine connoisseurs will want to go to a wine cellar fo...

Rüdesheim am Rhein

12:00AM

Rudesheim am Rhine is a town in the Rhine Valley in Germany and part of the UNESCO World Heritage Site of Rhine Gorge. It is known for its production of Riesling wine and has been popular for its wine making since ancient times. The Medieval Broms...

Day 7 · Wed, Dec 1 · Ludwigshafen, Germany

Ludwigshafen

12:00AM

LUDWIGSHAFEN. You have the choice to explore two of Germany’s historically rich cities, along with their festive Christmas Markets. Visit Heidelberg, a city that will capture your heart with its mighty castle and historic university. While here, w...

Day 8 · Thu, Dec 2 · Strasbourg, France

Strasbourg

12:00AM

STRASBOURG, FRANCE. Strasbourg is even more alluring during the season of Advent. The Christkindelsmärik dates back to 1570, making it the oldest Christmas Market in France. Enjoy walking through the historic town center on the Grande Île, a UNESC...

Day 9 · Fri, Dec 3 · Breisach, Germany

Breisach

12:00AM

BREISACH, GERMANY. Breisach is your gateway to medieval Colmar, located in the enchanting Alsace region of France. Delight in the half-timbered houses lining the cobblestone streets as you take in the whimsical blend of French and German culture a...

Day 10 · Sat, Dec 4 · Basel, Switzerland

Basel

12:00AM

BASEL, SWITZERLAND – DISEMBARKATION. Disembark the ship and bid farewell to Basel as you prepare for your return flight home. (B) Basel is a city in northwestern Switzerland on the Swiss, French and German borders. It is located on the bend of the...

Day 11 · Sun, Dec 5 · Lake Lucerne

$2,160 / person · Optional

Post cruise tour 4 days in Switzerland

Dec 5 – Dec 8

Lake Lucerne Walking Tour and Christmas Markets Lake Lucerne Cruise and Mount Rigi excursion Transfer to Zurich Zurich “Little Big City” tour and Christmas Markets

Day 12 · Mon, Dec 6 · Lake Lucerne

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Day 13 · Tue, Dec 7 · Zürich, Switzerland

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Day 14 · Wed, Dec 8 · Zürich, Switzerland

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