A Classic Christmas Along the Rhine

Dec 9 - 16, 2027

If you've ever dreamed of experiencing a true European Christmas, this is the cruise for you. Wander through charming medieval towns where twinkling lights, beautifully decorated market stalls, and the aroma of roasted chestnuts, cinnamon, and fresh gingerbread fill the air. Sip warm glühwein as you browse handcrafted ornaments and local treasures, and experience the traditions that have made Germany the heart of Christmas celebrations for centuries. Along the way, you'll sample Frankfurt's famous apple cider, taste authentic Nuremberg gingerbread, and visit some of the country's most enchanting Christmas markets. It's the kind of trip that brings back the wonder of the holiday season and creates memories you'll treasure long after Christmas is over.

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Itinerary

Trip Details
1. About Your Cruise Line - UNIWORLD Boutique River Cruises
2. About Your Ship - S.S. Audrey
Thu, Dec 9: Frankfurt, Germany
1. Frankfurt
Fri, Dec 10: Frankfurt, Germany
Sat, Dec 11: Wertheim, Germany
1. Wertheim
2. Included excursion: Wertheim Walking Tour with Mulled Wine and Christmas Stollen Demonstration
Sun, Dec 12: Würzburg, Germany
Mon, Dec 13: Kitzingen, Germany
1. Kitzingen
2. Included Excursion: Full-Day Rothenburg with Walking Tour and Christmas Market
Tue, Dec 14: Bamberg, Germany
1. Bamberg
2. Included Excursion: Bamberg Walking Tour with Christmas Market
Wed, Dec 15: Nuremberg, Germany
Thu, Dec 16: Nuremberg, Germany
1. Nuremberg

Full Itinerary

What's Included
Dining
- All meals onboard, prepared using the finest and freshest ingredients
- 7 breakfasts, 5 lunches, 7 dinners
- Captain’s Welcome and Farewell Receptions
- Welcome and Farewell Gala Dinners
- Unlimited beverages onboard, including fine wine, beer, spirits, specialty coffee and tea, soft drinks, and mineral water
Excursions
- 6 days of excursions, all fully hosted by English-speaking local experts
- Guided “Taste of Christmas” and “Village Day” programs
- State-of-the-art Quietvox portable audio-headset system on all shore excursions
- Use of Nordic walking sticks
Accommodations
- 7-night cruise in a riverview stateroom on the elegant S.S. Audrey
- Lavishly appointed riverview staterooms and suites on the cruise have handcrafted Savoir® Beds of England, custom cotton sateen sheets and European duvets, and a menu of pillow options
- Free Wi-Fi
Experiences
- 1 country: Germany
- 2 UNESCO World Heritage sites
- Services of an experienced Uniworld Cruise Manager
- Gratuities for onboard personnel (ship staff, crew, Cruise/Tour Manager) are included during the cruise/tour
- Cultural enrichment, including captivating onboard local entertainment
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