Christmas Markets on the Rhine

7 night Cruise Only - from £2395pp

Explore the treasures of Germany and France and visit world-famous Christmas Markets on this 7-night full-board River Rhine cruise from Amsterdam. Includes shore excursions and complimentary drinks with lunch and dinner

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7 night - Cruise Only
from £2395pp

Enjoy a unique Christmas experience as you cruise along the beautiful River Rhine past fairy-tale castles and charming villages to the historic cities and fascinating towns of Germany and France. Begin this Christmas cruise in the picturesque city of Amsterdam before heading to the historic German city of Cologne to see the magnificent World–Heritage listed Gothic Cathedral and visit the delightful Christmas markets.

Explore the 2000-year-old town of Koblenz and visit the majestic visit the Ehrenbreitstein Fortress. Journey through the spectacular Rhine Gorge and admire the awe-inspiring scenery as you pass beautiful hill-top castles including the Pfalzgrafenstein Castle as well as countless vineyards. Then discover the the medieval town of Heidelberg or enjoy a hike to Heidelberg Hill.

Visit the UNESCO World Heritage site Grande Île in Strasbourg before spending time at leisure enjoying the festivities of Strasbourg's Christmas Markets which are amongst the oldest in Europe. Enjoy a visit to a typical Black forest village in Breisach before cruising to Basel where the fantastic cruise will come to an end.

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Cruise Includes

  • Includes
  • 7-night full-board cruise
  • Return flights from up to 15 UK regional airports
  • Overseas transfers
  • Guided excursions with English-speaking guide
  • 2 EmeraldPLUS activities
  • Complimentary wine, beer and soft drinks with lunch and dinner on board
  • Complimentary tea and coffee available at all times and complimentary bottled water in your cabin, restocked daily
  • Complimentary Wi-Fi
  • Captain's Welcome and Farewell Reception & Dinner
  • Evening entertainment on board
  • English-speaking crew and knowledgeable local guides
  • All tipping and gratuities
  • Port charges and airport taxes
  • Excludes
  • Additional optional shore excursions
  • Travel insurance

Cruise Map

Christmas Markets on the Rhine - Cruise Map

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Dates and Prices

14 December 2025 - Basel to Amsterdam - Sailing on : Emerald Sky From: £2995pp
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Cat C

Panorama Balcony Suite

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Panorama Balcony Suite

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Cat S

Grand Balcony Suite

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Cat SA

Owner's Suite

  • Brochure price from£4905pp
  • Blue Water price from£4705pp
14 December 2025 - Amsterdam to Basel - Sailing on : Emerald Luna From: £2995pp
Cat A

Panorama Balcony Suite

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  • Blue Water price from£2995pp
Cat S

Grand Balcony Suite

  • Brochure price from£4135pp
  • Blue Water price from£3935pp
24 November 2026 - Basel to Amsterdam - Sailing on : Emerald Destiny From: £2195pp
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Cat D

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Cat C

Panorama Balcony Suite

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Cat B

Panorama Balcony Suite

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Cat A

Panorama Balcony Suite

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  • Blue Water price from£3195pp
Cat S

Grand Balcony Suite

  • Brochure price from£4135pp
  • Blue Water price from£3935pp
Cat SA

Owner's Suite

  • Brochure price from£4905pp
  • Blue Water price from£4705pp
08 December 2026 - Basel to Amsterdam - Sailing on : Emerald Destiny From: £2195pp
Cat E

Emerald Stateroom

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  • Blue Water price from£2195pp
Cat D

Emerald Stateroom

  • Brochure price from£2625pp
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Cat C

Panorama Balcony Suite

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  • Blue Water price from£3195pp
Cat B

Panorama Balcony Suite

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  • Blue Water price from£3195pp
Cat A

Panorama Balcony Suite

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  • Blue Water price from£3195pp
Cat S

Grand Balcony Suite

  • Brochure price from£4135pp
  • Blue Water price from£3935pp
Cat SA

Owner's Suite

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  • Blue Water price from£4705pp
15 December 2026 - Basel to Amsterdam - Sailing on : Emerald Luna From: £2195pp
Cat E

Emerald Stateroom

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  • Blue Water price from£2195pp
Cat D

Emerald Stateroom

  • Brochure price from£2625pp
  • Blue Water price from£2425pp
Cat C

Panorama Balcony Suite

  • Brochure price from£3435pp
  • Blue Water price from£3195pp
Cat B

Panorama Balcony Suite

  • Brochure price from£3435pp
  • Blue Water price from£3195pp
Cat A

Panorama Balcony Suite

  • Brochure price from£3435pp
  • Blue Water price from£3195pp
Cat S

Grand Balcony Suite

  • Brochure price from£4135pp
  • Blue Water price from£3935pp
Cat SA

Owner's Suite

  • Brochure price from£4905pp
  • Blue Water price from£4705pp

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