Sail the wintry Rhineland and uncover the magic of Germany’s traditional Christmas markets with breathtaking scenery and visits to some of Germany’s most picturesque towns and famous cities.
See Koblenz, Bonn, Cologne, and Rüdesheim in their festive splendour with fascinating guided tours plus free time to explore the legendary Christmas markets, perfect for festive cheer, seasonal food and drink, and those last-minute presents.
This cruise also includes the famous Rhine Gorge with a perfect view from the deck of your luxury cruise ship. Enjoy stylish and elegant accommodation, award-winning cuisine, seasonal fare, and entertainment that captures the true magic of Christmas.
Cruise Line: Riviera Travel 
Ship: MS Oscar Wilde + 2 more 
Duration: 4 Nights
Departure: December Discover the joy of a Rhineland Christmas on this 4-night festive cruise that showcases some of the Rhine’s most famous cities with stunning riverside scenery cloaked in winter finery and two sailings through the world-famous Rhine Gorge. Visit Koblenz, Cologne, and Rüdesheim, all decorated for Christmas, and explore their spectacular Yuletide markets. Relax on board a luxury river cruise ship with elegant suites and staterooms, award-winning cuisine and wines, and seasonal entertainment for a voyage that captures the true spirit of Christmas.
Embark your luxury river cruise ship moored in the heart of historic Cologne.
Wake to a winter wonderland cruising the magnificent Rhine Gorge with its fairytale scenery before mooring in Rüdesheim. Wander the pretty cobbled streets and Christmas market before dinner on board and a live folk music performance.
Enjoy a second chance to view the spectacular Rhine Gorge before arriving in Koblenz, a picturesque town at the confluence of the Moselle and Rhine Rivers. The historic old town has one of the largest Christmas markets in the Rhineland.
Discover Bonn, West Germany’s former capital and a historic and fascinating city, and also the birthplace of Ludwig van Beethoven with a dedicated museum. Enjoy the festive market before setting sail for Cologne, a city with seven Yuletide markets.
Depart your luxury ship in the heart of Cologne and transfer to airports and train stations to begin your journey back to the UK.
MS Oscar Wilde adds an elegant, outspoken, and poetic tone to your cruise, making you feel as if you’ve stepped into an adventure novel encapsulated in the very real style and comfort commonplace aboard a Riviera Travel cruise.
167 Passengers 
2017 Build 
Small Splash Pool 
Swiss-built in 2019, the MS Geoffrey Chaucer is beautifully styled to offer an intimate and memorable voyage with signature interiors that feature rich hardwoods and marble flooring. Enjoy the golden age of cruising with five-star luxury and service.
Swimming Pool 
Bistro with Open Kitchen 
88 Cabins 
Low passenger numbers guarantee an intimate and personal cruise experience aboard the MS Emily Bronte. Enjoy elegant interiors crafted by the finest European design studios and socialise, dine, or just relax on the glorious Sun Deck.
Bistro with Open Kitchen
Splash Pool
169 Passengers Discover the Magnificent Yuletide Markets of the Rhineland with Crui.se
MS Oscar Wilde + 2 more
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