Delightful Christmas Markets in the Neckar Valley

5 days

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Start and end in Strasbourg

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The day spent in Heilbronn was disappointing. We should have gone back to Heidelberg earlier in the day.
Michael, traveled in December
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Platinum Operator: CroisiEurope River Cruises
River Cruise: Scenic waterways and effortless exploration
Group Tour: Join a group and forge lifelong friendships
Fully Guided: An experienced guide will be with you for the entire tour
Low Intensity: Travelers can expect some light physical activities
Guided in English
Group Size 10 - 160
All Ages Welcome

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Itinerary

Day 1
Strasbourg
Meals
Dinner (Dinner on board with refined French cuisine)
Included Activities
- Panoramic tour of Strasbourg holiday decorations
- Free time at Strasbourg Christmas markets
- Welcome cocktail
- Dinner on board
- Evening entertainment on board
Landmarks
Strasbourg Christmas Markets
Day 2
Heidelberg - Eberbach
Meals
Dinner (Dinner on board with refined French cuisine)
Included Activities
- Guided tour of Heidelberg old town
- Tour of Heidelberg Castle exterior
- Free time at Heidelberg Christmas markets
- Afternoon cruise on Neckar River passing Neckargem├╝nd, Neckasteinach, and Hirschhorn
- Free time in Eberbach
- Dinner on board
- Evening entertainment on board
Optional Activities
- Carousel rides at Christmas markets
- Food and beverages at Christmas markets
- Mulled wine or beer at Christmas markets
Landmarks
Heidelberg Castle
Heidelberg Old Town
Neckar River
Dilsberg Castle
Day 3
Heilbronn - Heidelberg
Meals
Lunch (Lunch in a local restaurant in Heilbronn)
Included Activities
- Full-day excursion to Heilbronn
- Guided stroll through Heilbronn downtown
- Visit to St. Kilian's Church
- Browse Christmas markets in Heilbronn
- Lunch in a local restaurant
Landmarks
St. Kilian's Church
Heilbronn City Hall
Deutschhof
Heilbronn Christmas Markets
Day 4
Speyer - Strasbourg
Meals
Dinner (Gala dinner on board)
Included Activities
- Guided tour of Speyer
- Visit to UNESCO-listed Speyer Cathedral
- Free time at Speyer Christmas and New Year market
- Gala evening on board
Landmarks
Speyer Cathedral
Speyer Christmas Market
Day 5
Strasbourg
Meals
Breakfast (Breakfast on board)
Included Activities
- Breakfast on board

Landmarks
Strasbourg Christmas Markets

Landmarks
Heidelberg Castle
Heidelberg Old Town
Neckar River
Dilsberg Castle

Landmarks
St. Kilian's Church
Heilbronn City Hall
Deutschhof
Heilbronn Christmas Markets

Landmarks
Speyer Cathedral
Speyer Christmas Market

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Insurance
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Capacity
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Built
2000 (refurbished 2019)
Guests
90
Crew
Length
82m
Width
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Traveler Reviews

4.0

Overall rating based on 1 Reviews

Itinerary
4.0
Transport
4.0
Guide
4.0
Accommodation
4.0
Food
5.0
Tour Operator
4.3

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Michael
December 11th, 2023
4.0
good overall. the day spent in heilbronn was disappointing. we had no local guides, which I understand is a...
good overall. the day spent in heilbronn was disappointing. we had no local guides, which I understand is a violation of European regulations which state at all local stops there will be a qualified local guide. also, we spent over 3 hours in a restaurant there, time which would have been better spent exploring the town. specifically, we should have gone back to Heidelberg earlier in the day. I don't understand the Heilbronn stop or what happened.Show more
Traveled in December 2023
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We strive to improve our services quality, and it is crucial for us to take into account your comments. We apologize that our services did not meet your expectations. Despite this, we hope that you had a good cruise, and we look forward to welcoming you again on our next cruises. Have a good day!
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Delightful Christmas Markets in the Neckar Valley

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Itinerary

Strasbourg

Included Activities

Heidelberg - Eberbach

Included Activities

Optional Activities

Heilbronn - Heidelberg

Included Activities

Speyer - Strasbourg

Included Activities

Strasbourg

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