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Christmas Wonderland with Paris

Spend this festive season on an unforgettable eighteen day adventure along Rhine, Main and Danube rivers – featuring three nights at a hotel in Paris. 

Enjoy a fresh selection of inclusive guided tours, tastings, bike rides, visits and exclusive performances – carefully balanced alongside the free time to explore, shop and celebrate independently.

Acting as your guide for this experience, will be one of Scenic’s Space-Ships, luxury vessels designed to be your ‘home away from home’ for the duration of your getaway. Guests recline in glamorous suites, enjoying superb cuisine and access to a wealth of exclusive activities and events.

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  • Cruise Line: Scenic
  • Ship: Scenic Space-Ships
  • Duration: 17 Nights
  • Departure: December
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Christmas Wonderland with Paris Cruise Prices

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Dec 19, 2026
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Dec 20, 2026
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Christmas Wonderland with Paris Cruise Itinerary

Let this itinerary guide you through eighteen days of unforgettable adventures. Sail across UNESCO-listed sites, visit museums, sample local wines, bike through landscapes and enjoy time at leisure to celebrate in a way that’s meaningful to you.

Day 1

Arrive to Paris

Arrive in Paris and check into your luxurious hotel.

Day 2

Paris

Today, choose between a panoramic city tour or a visit to Bohemian Paris. This afternoon, you’ll enjoy some free time to explore the festive atmosphere independently.

Day 3

Paris

Spend today exploring Paris at your leisure.

Day 4

Paris / Amsterdam (EMBARK)

Travel via a high-speed train to Amsterdam – where you’ll board your Scenic Space-Ship.

Day 5

Amsterdam

Join either canal cruise, walking tour or guided excursion to Schermerhorn and Alkmaar.

Day 6

Cologne

After a leisurely morning, we’ll arrive in Cologne after lunch. Opt to discover the city on a guided walking tour.

Day 7

Rhine Gorge / Rudesheim

We’ll kick off today with a cruise along the UNESCO-designated Rhine Gorge. After lunch, disembark in Rudesheim and travel to Siegffried’s Mechanical Musical Instrument Museum.

Day 8

Sailing Day

We’ll spend today in its entirety cruising towards Wurzburg.

Day 9

Wurzburg

Today presents the option for either a guided city tour or the Romantic Road to Rothenburg excursion.

Day 10

Bamberg

After lunch, disembark in Bamberg for a guided city tour, followed by some time to explore independently.

Day 11

Nuremberg

Choose between a walking tour of Nuremberg’s old town, an excursion exploring the trails and tribulations of WWII or a traditional Gingerbread cooking class.

Day 12

Regensburg

After lunch, arrive in Regensburg for a walking tour. Also enjoy some free time to explore some of the city’s most festive highlights.

Day 13

Salzburg OR Cesky Krumlov

Choose to embark on a full-day excursion to either Salzburg or Cesky Krumlov.

Day 14

Durnstein / Krems

Today, visit Gottweig Abbey, E-bike from Durnstein to Krems or attend a Wachau Valley Wine Tasting.

Day 15

Vienna

Explore central Vienna, visit Schonbrunn Palace, cycle to Danube Island or join an excursion to Bratislava.

Day 16

Sailing day

Sit back and relax as we sail along the scenic Danube. Tonight, guess will enjoy an exclusive private classical concert at the Godollo Royal Palace.

Day 17

Budapest

Explore Budapest in depth, pay a visit to the Hospital in the Rock or relax at the thermal baths.

Day 18

Depart Budapest (DISEMBARK)

After breakfast, disembark and begin journeying home.

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Venture through a festive wonderlands

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Cologne

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Christmas Wonderland with Paris Deals

Spend Christmas on an unforgettable voyage

Scenic
Departure: December
VISITING: Arrive to Paris Paris Paris / Amsterdam (EMBARK) Amsterdam Cologne Rhine Gorge / Rudesheim Sailing Day Wurzburg Bamberg Nuremberg Regensburg Salzburg OR Cesky Krumlov Vienna Budapest Budapest (DISEMBARK)
BENEFITS: Flights IncludedFree ExcursionsButler Service
FROM PER PERSON* £ 7,671
Scenic
Departure: May to Aug
VISITING: Arrive to Basel (EMBARK) Breisach Kehl / Strasbourg Mannheim Rhine Gorge / Rudesheim Cochem Bernkastel Moselle Valley Cruising Koblenz Dusseldorf Nijmegen Antwerp Veere Utrecht Amsterdam / Paris (TRANSFER SHIP) Les Andelys Rouen Honfleur Caudebec-en-Caux Vernon / La Roche Guyon Conflans / Paris Paris Depart Paris (DISEMBARK)
BENEFITS: Flights IncludedFree ExcursionsButler Service
FROM PER PERSON* £ 12,290
Scenic
Departure: May to Sep
VISITING: Basel Breisach Rastatt Rüdesheim Cochem Bernkastel Koblenz Mainz / Frankfurt
BENEFITS: Flights IncludedFree ExcursionsButler Service
FROM PER PERSON* £ 4,874
Scenic
Departure: Mar to Jul
VISITING: Arrive to Lyon (EMBARK) Lyon / Chalon-sur-Saône Tournus Avignon Arles Viviers Cruising to Lyon Lyon Lyon / Zurich (TRANSFER SHIP) Breisach Kehl / Strasbourg Mannheim Rhine Gorge / Rudesheim Cochem Bernkastel Moselle Valley Cruising Koblenz Dusseldorf Nijmegen Antwerp Veere Utrecht Depart Amsterdam (DISEMBARK)
BENEFITS: Flights IncludedFree ExcursionsButler Service
FROM PER PERSON* £ 10,841

Christmas Wonderland with Paris Cruise Review

“I don’t usually spend Christmas away from home, but this cruise made it a truly special experience. It was so nice to learn, explore and celebrate in new environments.”

Anna Haworth, Nottingham

Christmas Wonderland with Paris FAQ

How many suite options are available?

Scenic’s Star-Ships feature four suite options available for guest booking: Standard, Balcony, Junior Balcony and Royal Owner’s.

What are Enrich experiences?

These are exclusive events offered to Scenic guests, offering unique access to cultural activities.

How many countries does this itinerary pass through?

This Christmas Wonderland Cruise passes through France, the Netherlands, Germany, Czech Republic, Austria, Slovakia and Hungary.
Scenic’s Star-Ships feature four suite options available for guest booking: Standard, Balcony, Junior Balcony and Royal Owner’s.

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