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North Rhine Noel

Join a festive voyage along the north of the breathtaking Rhine, designed to fully immerse guests in the Christmas Spirit. 

Your itinerary with TUI Cruises brings you across Germany, Belgium and the Netherlands. Enjoy ample time to explore, sample local treats and visit local attractions. Guests also have the option to pre-book shore excursions with TUI.

Your host, the TUI Isla, graces the Rhine’s waters this festive season. Guests enjoy access to a wide breadth of amenities, ranging from individual temperature control to expertly prepared dinners.

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  • Cruise Line: TUI
  • Ship: TUI Isla
  • Duration: 8 Nights
  • Departure: December
AVG PER PERSON*
£1,021
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North Rhine Noel Cruise Prices

Starting price per person
Dec 23, 2025
£1,021 pp
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North Rhine Noel Cruise Itinerary

Spend seven nights venturing along the North Rhine, calling at a variety of popular ports across Germany, Belgium and the Netherlands.

Day 1

Arrive to Dusseldorf

Your Christmas adventure begins in Dusseldorf – where you’ll board the TUI Isla. Spend the afternoon settling in and exploring the facilities of your ship.

Day 2

Nijmegen

It’s Christmas Eve today and your itinerary dictates you spend it in the Netherland’s oldest city. Spend the day along Lange Hezelstrat finishing up your shopping, or else opt for a riverfront hike. You may wish to join TUI on a shore excursion:
Nijmegen Bus and Walking Tour
Airborne Landmarks on the Liberation Route
Beer Tasting and Brewery Tour

Day 3

Antwerp

We’ll spend Christmas Day in Antwerp. Whilst most of the city’s attractions will be closed, the city’s festive markets will remain open until early evening. You may wish to remain onboard for festivities today, or book a shore excursion with TUI:
Antwerp City Tour
Bruges City Tour
Brussels City Tour

Day 4

Ghent

Ghent is a favourite with history enthusiasts due to its medieval buildings and guidhalls beside the harbour. Enjoy the atmosphere of another Christmas Market, or pre-book a shore excursion:
Cycle Ride in Ghent
Walking Tour of Ghent
Bruges City Tour

Day 5

Rotterdam

Rotterdam boasts the country’s five tallest buildings and a wealth of ocean-inspired history. Check out the Maritime Museum and other attractions. You may wish to join TUI on a shore excursion:
Holland’s historic waterside windmills
Rotterdam city tour & harbour cruise
Cycle ride in Rotterdam

Day 6

Arnhem

Modern Arnheim boasts a wealth of shops and public parks – as well as a rich history well worth exploring. Explore independently or opt to join TUI on a shore excursion:
Walking Tour of Arnhem
Historic Arnheim

Day 7

Dusseldorf

Today, we’ll return to Dusseldorf, a city known for its breweries and bars. Explore independently, sampling local brews, or opt to join a shore excursion:
Walking tour of Dusseldorf
Beer tasting and sightseeing in Dusseldorf
Dusseldorf city tour with Rhine Tower

Day 8

Depart Dusseldorf

Your cruise pulls to a close today. Disembark and begin your journey home.

NORTH RHINE NOEL CRUISE SHIPS

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NORTH RHINE NOEL RIVER CRUISE HIGHLIGHTS

Calling at a variety of scenic destinations:

Dusseldorf

Antwerp

Ghent

Nijmegen

North Rhine Noel Deals

Join a festive experience along the breathtaking North Rhine

TUI
Departure: December
VISITING: Düsseldorf Nijmegen Antwerp Ghent Rotterdam Arnhem
AVG PER PERSON* £ 1,180
TUI
Departure: January
VISITING: Mainz (EMBARK) Cologne Dusseldorf Bonn Koblenz Boppard – Rüdesheim Rüdesheim Mainz
AVG PER PERSON* £ 1,244
TUI
Departure: November 2024
VISITING: Mainz (EMBARK) Speyer Strasbourg Breisach Mannheim Mainz
AVG PER PERSON* £ 898
TUI
Departure: January
VISITING: Frankfurt (EMBARK) Rüdesheim Cologne Düsseldorf Bonn Koblenz Boppard Frankfurt
AVG PER PERSON* £ 1,130
TUI
Departure: January
VISITING: Frankfurt (EMBARK) Koblenz Düsseldorf Cologne Rüdesheim Frankfurt
AVG PER PERSON* £ 925

North Rhine Noel Cruise Review

“This was a lovely way to spend Christmas, the staff brought a lot of joy to the season. The meals were top notch, and I met a lot of great people to celebrate with.”

Juliet Black, Plymouth

North Rhine Noel FAQ

Are meals included in the price?

Yes. The TUI Isla features Full Board Plus, which means that three meals per day and drinks at mealtimes are included in your price.

Where can I find assistance on board?

The Atrium acts as the main hub for TUI’s ships. Here you’ll find reception as well as your Cruise Director – who will be available to help with questions and the booking of excursions.

What are the highlights of this cruise?

TUI recommends you visit Antwerp’s breathtaking markets on Christmas Day and head up the Euromast Tower in Rotterdam.

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