Christmas Markets River Cruises
Enjoy a river cruise through the heart of Europe and get into the festive spirit visiting the popular Christmas markets in towns and villages where many traditions began. See the spectacular architecture decorated with Christmas lights and explore tranquil towns and villages which come alive during the festive season.
Relax in the comfort of your floating hotel as you cruise along the Rhine, Danube and Seine rivers visiting some of the best markets in Europe. Visit beautiful Strasbourg on the Rhine, thought of as the ‘Capital of Christmas’ is home to one of the oldest Christmas markets which sets up in front of the Cathedral. The River Main takes you to Nuremberg, a stunning medieval town which has over 200 stalls selling traditional decorations and festive gifts. Cruise along the Danube through the picturesque Wachau Valley to Vienna and perhaps extend your holiday with a stay in Prague, where school choirs spread the festive cheer. You can also experience the magic of Christmas in Paris before cruising along the River Seine.
Please note, the Christmas Markets usually run from the end of November and stop a few days before Christmas.
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Iconic Christmas Markets
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Soak up the atmosphere of the festive season and visit some of the best Christmas markets in Germany, Austria and Hungary. Includes guided excursions and drinks with meals
Nuremberg to Budapest
Magic of Advent on the Danube
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Explore magical Christmas markets and visit illuminated towns and villages on this festive holiday along the majestic Danube with a choice of superb value optional excursions
Vienna to Nuremburg
Rhine Christmas Markets
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Embark on a festive voyage this Christmas, cruising through Europe's enchanting cities: Amsterdam, Cologne, Koblenz, Heidelberg, Rastatt, Baden-Baden, Kehl, Strasbourg, and Basel. A holiday experience like no other awaits!
Amsterdam to Zurich
River Danube Festive Markets
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Discover charming towns and explore traditional Christmas markets on this festive voyage along the Danube from Budapest. Includes guided excursions, unlimited complimentary drinks and gratuities
Budapest to Passau
Christmas Markets on the Danube
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Budapest (Hungary), Bratislava (Slovakia) - Vienna (Austria), Weissenkirchen - Wachau Valley - Melk, Linz, Passau (Germany) - Vilshofen
Christmas Markets on the Rhine
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Amsterdam , Cologne, Koblenz, Ludwigshafen – Heidelberg, Kehl – Strasbourg, Breisach , Basel
Christmas Markets on the River Danube
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Budapest, Bratislava, Vienna, Krems - Dürnstein , Passau, Regensburg, Regensburg - Munich
Christmas Markets on the River Rhine
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Amsterdam (Holland), Cologne (Germany), Rhine Gorge – Rudesheim, Ludwigshafen – Heidelberg, Strasbourg (France), Breisach (Germany), Basel (Switzerland)
Danube Christmas Markets
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Budapest, Vienna, Dürnstein > Melk , Salzburg, Austria or Ceský Krumlov, Czech Republic , Regensburg, Nuremberg > Munich
Yuletide Markets on the Danube
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UK - Budapest (Hungary), Bratislava (Slovakia), Vienna (Austria), Budapest (Hungary), Budapest - UK
Yuletide Markets on the Rhine
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UK - Cologne (Germany), Rudesheim, Koblenz - Bonn, Bonn - Cologne, Cologne - UK
Amsterdam & Christmas Markets on the Rhine
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Amsterdam, Amsterdam , Cologne, Koblenz, Ludwigshafen – Heidelberg, Kehl – Strasbourg, Breisach , Basel