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Christmas Markets on the Rhine
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Christmas Markets on the Rhine
Spend this Christmas season on a week-long unforgettable getaway along the sparkling Rhine, exploring a range of its most festive attractions.
Let your itinerary guide you through a variety of coveted historic destinations on a range of guided tours, canal cruises and visits. Also included, is a wide breadth of free time to venture under your own steam through each destination’s famous Christmas Markets.
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Cruise Line: Emerald Cruises -
Ship: Emerald Astra -
Duration: 7 Nights
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Departure: Nov - Dec
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Christmas Markets on the Rhine Cruise Itinerary
Sit back and relax as your cultivated itinerary conducts you on a spirited adventure along the Rhine. Enjoy a range of informative tours, visits to famous landmarks, free time to shop independently and a wealth of additional paid excursions that guests can choose to add to their adventure.
Day 1
Arrive to Basel (EMBARK)
Begin your festive journey in Switzerland. A member of the Emerald Cruises team will greet you at the airport and guide you in transferring to your luxury river ship.
Day 2
Breisach
Begin your adventure with a guided tour of Breisach and a visit to the Christmas Markets in Freiburg.
Day 3
Kehl / Strasbourg
This morning, transfer by coach to Strasbourg for a guided tour of the popular city. Later, spend your free time venturing through the festive markets.
Day 4
Heidelberg (Mannheim)
Spend today on a guided tour of Heidelberg, including a visit to the ruins of Heidelberg Castle. Afterwards, spend some time strolling through the city’s Old Town.
*DiscoverMORE: Rudesheim with speciality coffee
Day 5
Koblenz
Today, we’ll travel to the heart of Koblenz for a guided tour alongside a local guide.
*DiscoverMORE: Moselle Valley & Cochem Castle Visit
Day 6
Cologne
This morning, join a guided tour of Cologne’s historic Old Town. Following that, you’ll have ample free time to explore the city’s seven festive markets at your leisure.
Day 7
Amsterdam
Kick off the day with a glass-top canal boat tour down Amsterdam’s UNESCO-listed canals. Afterwards, spend some time exploring various delightful Christmas Stalls.
Day 8
Depart Amsterdam (DISEMBARK)
After breakfast, disembark from your ship and begin journeying home.
Day 1
Basel
Transfer to your ship.
Day 2
Breisach / Freiburg
Enjoy a guided tour of Freiburg, complete with a tasting. Or, partake in a guided bike tour in Breisach.
Day 3
Kehl / Strasbourg
Embark on a guided tour of Strasbourg.
Day 4
Ludwigshafen / Heidelberg
Hike from Mount Königstuhl to Heidelberg. Or, enjoy a guided tour of Heidelberg. Revel in an evening concert at Bruchsal Palace. available on select departures
Day 5
Koblenz
Enjoy an orientation walk of Koblenz complete with a visit to Ehrenbreitstein Fortress. Or, partake in a Moselle Valley & Cochem Castle visit.
Day 6
Cologne
Go on a guided tour of Cologne’s Old Town.
Day 7
Amsterdam
Embark on a guided bike tour to Waterland. Or, relax aboard a scenic canal cruise.
Day 8
Amsterdam
After breakfast, disembark the ship for your transfer to the airport.
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What does my cruise include?
Your Christmas Markets on the Rhine Cruise affords guests nine nights aboard a luxury yacht, 24 expertly-prepared meals, airport transfers and included excursions.
What months is this itinerary available?
You can book this adventure for: November and December 2026.
How many guests will be booked onto a yacht?
The maximum capacity for our Emerald Cruises Star-Ships is 182 guests.
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