Itinerary
- Day 1
Basel
You'll board your cruise ship in Basel and get settled into your luxury stateroom. Breakfast is served as you begin your Christmas Markets on the Rhine adventure, so take time to explore the ship and get oriented before things really get going.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Included Activities
- Board cruise ship in Basel
Landmarks Basel 
- Day 2
Breisach
The ship cruises to Breisach where you've got several options for the day. You can visit medieval Colmar to see its Christmas markets and charming half-timbered houses, head to Freiburg to check out the Gothic cathedral and festive market, or cycle through the scenic countryside. After that, you'll return to the ship for meals and evening entertainment.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Cruise to Breisach
Optional Activities
- Guided tour of Colmar with Christmas Market visit
- Visit Freiburg's Münster cathedral and Christmas market
- Countryside cycling tour
Landmarks Colmar Freiburg's Münster Breisach 
- Day 3
Gengenbach
You'll cruise to Strasbourg and walk through the UNESCO World Heritage town center and La Petite France district. The Cathedral of Notre-Dame is on your list with its famous astronomical clock, and then there's the Christkindelsmärik, Europe's oldest Christmas market from 1570. In the afternoon, you can either visit Gengenbach's unique 24-day Advent calendar or explore the area by bicycle.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Walking tour of Strasbourg historic town center on Grande Île
- Visit La Petite France district
- Visit Cathédrale de Notre-Dame with astronomical clock
- Visit Strasbourg Christmas market
- Visit Gengenbach Christmas market
Optional Activities
- Bicycle tour of Strasbourg's districts
Landmarks Grande Île La Petite France Cathédrale de Notre-Dame de Strasbourg Gengenbach 
- Day 4
Speyer - Rüdesheim
The ship stops at multiple locations with different excursion choices available. You might head to the medieval city of Heidelberg in the Neckar River Valley to see its Christmas markets, hike the Philosopher's Path, or bike along the river to Ladenburg. Alternatively, explore Speyer's medieval past and Christmas markets. Later, you'll cruise to Rüdesheim for wine tasting and traditional Rüdesheimer coffee in the evening.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Cruise to Rüdesheim
Optional Activities
- Guided tour of Heidelberg with Christmas market visit
- Hike the Philosopher's Path
- Bike tour along the Neckar River to Ladenburg
- Visit Speyer and Christmas markets
- Wine tasting in Rüdesheim
- Rüdesheimer coffee tasting
Landmarks Heidelberg Philosopher's Path Ladenburg Speyer Rüdesheim - Day 5
Rhine Gorge - Lahnstein
You'll spend a full day in Rüdesheim with several ways to experience it. Check out Siegfried's Mechanical Instrument Cabinet, take a guided bike tour through town and along the Rhine, hike through vineyards, or ride the gondola. The Rüdesheim Christmas market is there for browsing. Then you'll cruise through the Rhine Gorge to see historic castles, ending with a tour of Lahneck Castle in Lahnstein.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Visit Siegfried's Mechanical Instrument Cabinet
- Scenic cruise through Rhine Gorge
- Tour of Lahneck Castle
- Visit Rüdesheim Christmas market
Optional Activities
- Guided bike tour of Rüdesheim and Rhine River
- Hike through vineyards
- Gondola tour above Rüdesheim
Landmarks Siegfried's Mechanical Instrument Cabinet Rhine Gorge Lahneck Castle Lahnstein - Day 6
Cologne
The ship cruises into Düsseldorf, and from there you can choose your activity. Take a guided tour of Cologne's Old Town hitting the Rathaus, Fishmarkt, and Great St. Martin Church, where Europe's largest Christmas market is set up. Or explore historic Düsseldorf on foot with a local guide, taste traditional Altbier, visit the Düsseldorf Christmas market, or join an active bike tour of the city.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Scenic cruise into Düsseldorf
Optional Activities
- Guided tour of Cologne Old Town
- Visit Cologne Christmas market
- Walking tour of historic Düsseldorf with local guide
- Altbier tasting
- Visit Düsseldorf Christmas market
- Active bike tour of Düsseldorf
Landmarks Cologne Rathaus Fishmarkt Great St. Martin Church - Day 7
Amsterdam
You'll cruise through Amsterdam's iconic canals, taking in the historic architecture throughout the city known as the 'Venice of the North'. There's an optional visit to one of Amsterdam's grand cafés if you want to taste local specialties. Tour options might vary depending on where your ship docks, so check with the crew about specific offerings.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Cruise through Amsterdam canals
Optional Activities
- Taste local specialties at Amsterdam's grand cafés
Landmarks Amsterdam Canals - Day 8
Amsterdam
You'll disembark from the ship in Amsterdam and prepare for your return flight home. This concludes your Christmas Markets on the Rhine cruise, so gather your things and head to the airport for departure.
Included Activities
- Disembark from cruise ship
