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Magic of Advent on the Rhine

Experience the wintery Christmas cheer of the magical festive markets along the Middle Rhine Valley on this cruise from Cologne to Strasbourg, with a choice of optional shore excursions

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4 nights from £609pp

River Cruise Holiday
Strasbourg
Koblenz
Rudesheim
Speyer

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Get into the festive spirit on this Christmas cruise from Cologne to the magical Christmas markets and romantic towns of the majestic Rhine, where the scent of roasted almonds, gingerbread and glühwein fills the air.

Sail from the Hanseatic city of Cologne to the half-timbered buildings of romantic Koblenz. Cruise through the dramatic winter landscapes of the Rhine Valley, past the legendary Lorelei Rock to the wine town of Rudesheim where there is the chance to visit Siegfried's Mechanical Music Cabinet Museum. Visit medieval Speyer where there is the chance to visit the traditional Christmas market then explore the festively decorated Petite France and Christmas markets of Strasbourg in the Alsace region.

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Magic of Advent on the Rhine Itinerary

Day 1 - Cologne (Germany)

Embark your ship in Cologne. Enjoy a Welcome Cocktail followed by a Welcome Dinner this evening.

Day 2 - Koblenz - Rudesheim

Stop at Koblenz, set at the confluence of the Moselle and Rhine rivers. An optional guided walk through the town's romantic streets passes the Emperor Wilhelm Memorial and the iconic Schangel Fountain. Spend the afternoon cruising through the spectacular winter landscapes of the Upper Middle Rhine Valley and past the legendary Lorelei Rock to Rudesheim where there is an optional trip to Siegfried's Mechanical Music Cabinet Museum. Or perhaps stroll along the famous, narrow cobblestone street 'Drosselgasse', before enjoying a cup of Rudesheimer Coffee, a specialty coffee made with brandy.

Day 3 - Speyer

There is an optional excursion to Heidelberg with a visit to the castle and the Christmas market. In medieval Speyer, renowned for its impressive Romanesque Imperial Church, there is the chance to visit the traditional Christmas market.

Day 4 - Strasbourg (France)

Explore the half-timbered houses of Strasbourg in the Alsace region. Perhaps join a guided walk of the Old Town and the medieval Petite France district, or drive through the wintery landscapes of Alsace to the village of Gertwiller, famous for its Lebkuchen (Christmas gingerbreads). After an included glass of Glühwein the tour continues to the magical little town of Obernai to stroll through the old quarter – delightfully decorated for Christmas.

Day 5 - Strasbourg

Disembark your ship after breakfast.

For navigational reasons the Captain of the ship reserves the right to modify the cruise itinerary.

Price Includes

  • 4-night full board cruise
  • Complimentary wine, draft beer and soft drinks with lunch and dinner on board
  • Tea and coffee available all day
  • Complimentary bottled water in cabin replenished daily
  • Complimentary WiFi on board
  • Wireless AMADEUS Audio System for all excursions
  • Cocktail reception, welcome dinner and gala dinner
  • Complimentary bicycles on board
  • Port taxes

Price Does Not Include

  • Excursions
  • Travel insurance

Additional Information

  • Optional excursions:
  • Koblenz walking tour - £16pp
  • Rüdesheim walking tour including music cabinet museum - £22pp
  • Excursion to Heidelberg with Christmas Market - £44pp
  • Speyer walking tour with Christmas Market - £16pp
  • City Tour of Strasbourg with Christmas Market - £51pp
  • Wintry Alsace and Obernai - £53pp
  • Save 15% on excursion packages - from £113pp
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2023 Departures £ price per person based on 2 people sharing

  • December
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    • Dec 16th - Strasbourg to Cologne - Sailing on: Amadeus Riva From: £718
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2024 Departures £ price per person based on 2 people sharing

  • December
    • Dec 1st - Strasbourg to Cologne - Sailing on: Amadeus Riva From: £638
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    • Dec 7th - Cologne to Strasbourg - Sailing on: Amadeus Silver II From: £638
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    • Dec 9th - Cologne to Strasbourg - Sailing on: Amadeus Riva From: £638
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    • Dec 13th - Strasbourg to Cologne - Sailing on: Amadeus Riva From: £609
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