Rhineland and Dutch Christmas

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River Cruise
Enjoy a unique cruise on the Rhine River from Strasbourg to Amsterdam and immerse yourself in Christmas magic! You will discover the famous Christmas market in Strasbourg with local crafts, mulled wine and much more. Christmas Eve dinner will be followed by a most memorable Christmas Mass in Cologne before continuing to Holland.
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Overview

Trip type
River Cruise
Lodging level
Premium - 4 star
Physical level
Easy
Trip pace
Flexible schedule

Highlights

    • CRUISE HIGHLIGHTS Celebrate Christmas during an unforgettable cruise full of joyful, enchanting surprises.
    • The romantic Rhine valley and the celebrated rock of the Lorelei
    • Discover the Christmas market in Strasbourg
    • EXCURSIONS INCLUDED: Cologne, one of the oldest cities in Germany
    • Volendam and Zaanse Schans
    • Amsterdam, the "Venice of the North”
    • Midnight Mass in Cologne(1-2)
    • Christmas present
    • Christmas Eve dinner (including wine)

What's this trip about?

    Enjoy a unique cruise on the Rhine River from Strasbourg to Amsterdam and immerse yourself in Christmas magic! You will discover the famous Christmas market in Strasbourg with local crafts, mulled wine and much more. Christmas Eve dinner will be followed by a most memorable Christmas Mass in Cologne before continuing to Holland.

Details

Itinerary focusClassic Highlights
Group sizeStandard Group - 25 + people
Age rangeNo age restrictions
Flights and transportAll internal transport included (including local flights)
Start CityStrasbourg
End CityAmsterdam

Travel Themes

  • Family Friendly
  • 50 Plus
  • Small Ship Cruise
  • Eco, Sustainable & Green Travel

Destinations

Attractions

  • Amsterdam
  • Strasbourg

Activities

  • River Cruise

Trip includes

    • Your cruise with all meals from dinner on the first evening to breakfast on the final day - onboard drinks included (except for drinks from our special lists) - double-occupancy cabin with shower and bathroom - excursions mentioned in the program - assistance from our onboard multi-lingual host/hostess - onboard entertainment - welcome cocktail - gala dinner - travel assistance and repatriation insurance - all port fees - Christmas present - Christmas Eve dinner with cocktail and wine.

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Travel Map

Day 1 23 December: STRASBOURG

Passengers are welcome to board our ship at 3:00 p.m. We'll set out to discover the Christmas markets in Strasbourg. After returning on board, we'll introduce our crew at a welcome cocktail before dinner. Enjoy an animated evening on the theme of Christmas.

Day 1 23 December: STRASBOURG

Passengers are welcome to board our ship at 3:00 p.m. We'll set out to discover the Christmas markets in Strasbourg. After returning on board, we'll introduce our crew at a welcome cocktail before dinner. Enjoy an animated evening on the theme of Christmas.

Day 2 24 December: The Romantic Rhine - COLOGNE

The morning will be spent cruising on the most beautiful section of the Rhine. Join us for a guided tour of Cologne or enjoy some free time in the city. Tonight is our Christmas Eve dinner and evening. Midnight mass will be celebrated in Cologne(1-2). Our ship will sail through the night.

Day 2 24 December: The Romantic Rhine - COLOGNE

The morning will be spent cruising on the most beautiful section of the Rhine. Join us for a guided tour of Cologne or enjoy some free time in the city. Tonight is our Christmas Eve dinner and evening. Midnight mass will be celebrated in Cologne(1-2). Our ship will sail through the night.

Day 3 25 December: COLOGNE - AMSTERDAM or surroundings(3)

The whole day will be spent cruising towards Amsterdam. Tonight is our gala dinner and evening.

Day 4 26 December: AMSTERDAM or surroundings(3)

Join us for an excursion to Volendam and Zaanse Schans. In the afternoon, enjoy some free time or join us for a guided tour of Amsterdam.

Day 4 26 December: AMSTERDAM or surroundings(3)

Join us for an excursion to Volendam and Zaanse Schans. In the afternoon, enjoy some free time or join us for a guided tour of Amsterdam.

Day 5 27 December: AMSTERDAM or surroundings(3)

Enjoy one last buffet breakfast on board before disembarking at 9:00 a.m. End of our services.  

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Dates & Availability

Price From $1,718
Price per day$344
Last Updated: 3/14/2025
Departure Date
Finish Date
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Availability
23 Dec 2025
28 Dec 2025
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Logistics

What's excluded

    • Drinks from our special lists, or drinks ordered during excursions or transfers - cancellation and baggage insurance - transfer by coach(2) - personal expenses - transfers to/from departure/arrival points.

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Requirements
Valid national identity card or passport required. Non-EU nationals are advised to consult their embassy or consulate.,
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