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Christmas on the Rhine
Guests enjoy a merry adventure along the Rhine over the course of 7 nights – featuring opportunities to explore a range of Christmas Markets.
Enjoy a range of tours and tastings – alongside strategic free time to shop for festive treats on your own during this artfully crafted itinerary.
Guests enjoy the luxuries supplied by one of Viking’s superior floating hotels – crafted with stunning interior design, ecologically friendly engines and a range of modern comforts.
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Cruise Line: Viking River Cruises -
Ship: Viking Tialfi + 9 more -
Duration: 7 Nights
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Departure: Nov - Dec
Christmas on the Rhine Cruise Prices
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Christmas on the Rhine Cruise Itinerary
From Amsterdam to Basel, this spectacularly festive 8-day itinerary is designed to conduct guests through a range of coveted attractions and yuletide celebrations. Explore traditional Christmas Markets, tour cultural highlights, shop for unique gifts and enjoy tasty treats over the course of your adventure.
Day 1
Amsterdam (EMBARK)
Embark your luxurious Viking Longship and spend the day getting settled in.
Day 2
Waal & Merwede (scenic sailing) / Dordrecht
Spend the morning sailing along Holland’s waterways. Upon arrival in Dordrecht, explore the city and admire its iconic Grote Kerk.
Day 3
Cologne
Today, explore Cologne’s extravagant seasonal holiday markets.
Day 4
Koblenz / Middle Rhine (scenic sailing) / Rudesheim
This morning, enjoy the seasonal festivities at Koblenz’s Christmas market. Afterwards, meet up with your ship for a scenic sailing along the UNESCO-designated Middle Rhine. Finish off your day on a stroll of the vibrant Drosselgasse in Rudesheim.
Day 5
Mannheim / Speyer
In Mannheim, spend the day shopping for gifts originating around the world. Afterwards, continue onto Speyer to enjoy a range of spectacular Yuletide traditions and regional delicacies.
Day 6
Strasbourg
Today, enjoy a Alsatian fare from a range of artisanal providers.
Day 7
Breisach
Explore the stalls of the Weihnachtsmarkt in pursuit of tasty treats and festive crafts.
Day 8
Basel (DISEMBARK)
Your cruise has come to a close – disembark after breakfast and begin your journey home.
CHRISTMAS ON THE RHINE CRUISE SHIPS
Viking Tialfi
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Viking 
Departure:
December (2024)
VISITING: Paris (hotel) Reims / Trier (EMBARK) Bernkastel / Trier Cochem / Winningen Koblenz / Middle Rhine (scenic sailing) Mainz Mannheim / Speyer Strasbourg Basel / Zürich (DISEMBARK) Zürich (hotel) Zurich
AVG PER PERSON*
£
2,395
Viking Departure:
Nov - Dec (2025)
VISITING: Paris (hotel) Reims / Trier (EMBARK) Bernkastel / Trier Cochem / Winningen Koblenz / Middle Rhine (scenic sailing) Mainz Mannheim / Speyer Strasbourg Basel / Zürich (DISEMBARK) Zürich (hotel) Zurich
AVG PER PERSON*
£
3,095
Viking Departure:
Nov 30th - Dec 17th
VISITING: Budapest (EMBARK) Budapest Bratislava Vienna Krems / Wachau Valley (scenic sailing) Linz Passau Passau (DISEMBARK)
AVG PER PERSON*
£
2,245
Viking Departure:
VISITING: Berlin Potsdam / Wittenberg Wittenberg Meissen Dresden Saxon Switzerland / Bad Schandau Prague
AVG PER PERSON*
£
3,595
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Christmas on the Rhine FAQ
How many suite choices are available for this cruise?
Guests may choose between the Standard, French Balcony, Veranda and Suite classes of stateroom for their cruise.
Are there any deals available for this cruise?
Up until March 31st , Viking offers guests the opportunity to save £650 on 2024 River Cruises, with £75 per person to spend on board.
Is this getaway all inclusive?
The ‘Viking Inclusive Value’ package ensures guests have access to all the necessities throughout their cruise – with no surprises or hidden fees.
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