Where?
When?
2

Where to?

Traveling when?

Select departure month

2026

Jan
Feb
Mar
Apr
May
Jun
Jul
Aug
Sep
Oct
Nov
Dec

2027

Jan
Feb
Mar
Apr
May
Jun
Jul
Aug
Sep
Oct
Nov
Dec

2028

Jan
Feb
Mar
Apr
May
Jun
Jul
Aug
Sep
Oct
Nov
Dec

Who is travelling?

Who is travelling?

AdultsAges 18 or above

2

ChildrenUnder 18

0

Christmas Markets on the Rhine 2024

8 days
From Amsterdam to Basel
4.0
1 traveler review

No departure dates available

No dates, no problem! Subscribe to our newsletter to receive:

  • Travel inspiration for similar adventures
  • Alerts of the newest adventure deals

By submitting this form, I agree to the TourRadar T&Cs and Privacy policy.

You have successfully subscribed to our newsletter, check your inbox!

It seems you have entered this contest already! Keep an eye on your inbox for the winner.

Plan your adventure:
River Cruise
Scenic waterways and effortless exploration
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 30 - 162
Ages 12+
Image of a map showing the route of the tour

Itinerary

  1. Day 1

    Amsterdam

    Meals
    Dinner

    Included Activities

    • Board the ship in Amsterdam
    Landmarks
    Amsterdam
    Itinerary Image 1Itinerary Image 2Itinerary Image 3
  2. Day 2

    Amsterdam

    Meals
    Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

    Included Activities

    • Canal cruise through Amsterdam
    Landmarks
    Amsterdam Canals
  3. Day 3

    Düsseldorf

    Meals
    Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

    Included Activities

    • Scenic cruise into Düsseldorf

    Optional Activities

    • Guided tour to Cologne Old Town - Cologne Rathaus, Fishmarkt, Great St. Martin Church, and Europe's largest Christmas Market
    • Guided walking tour of historic Düsseldorf with knowledgeable local guide
    • Altbier tasting in Düsseldorf
    • Visit to Düsseldorf Christmas Market
    • Active bike tour of Düsseldorf
    Landmarks
    Cologne Rathaus
    Fishmarkt (Fischmarkt)
    Great St. Martin Church
    Cologne Christmas Market
    Düsseldorf Christmas Market
    Itinerary Image 1Itinerary Image 2
  4. Day 4

    Rüdesheim

    Meals
    Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

    Included Activities

    • Scenic cruise through Rhine River Gorge

    Optional Activities

    • Wine cellar tour with wine tasting and Christmas Market visit
    • Hike through Rüdesheim vineyards
    • Gondola ride over the vineyards with Christmas Market visit
    • Guided bike tour of Rüdesheim and Rhine River
    • Visit to Siegfried's Mechanical Instrument Cabinet
    • Rüdesheimer coffee tasting
    Landmarks
    Rhine River Gorge
    Rüdesheim Vineyards
    Rüdesheim Christmas Market
    Siegfried's Mechanical Instrument Cabinet
    Itinerary Image 1
  5. Day 5

    Heidelberg or Speyer

    Meals
    Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

    Optional Activities

    • Visit Heidelberg castle and historic university
    • Walk along Hauptstrasse (Europe's longest pedestrian shopping street)
    • Hike along Neckar River on Philosopher's Path
    • Visit Heidelberg Christmas Markets
    • Bike along Neckar River to medieval Ladenburg and its Marktplatz
    • Explore Speyer and visit its Romanesque cathedral (Kaiserdom) - UNESCO World Heritage Site
    • Visit Speyer Christmas Market at the Old Mint (Alten Münze) in Maximilianstrasse
    • View the romantic Imperial cathedral (Kaiserdom)
    Landmarks
    Heidelberg Castle
    Heidelberg University
    Hauptstrasse
    Philosopher's Path
    Neckar River
    Heidelberg Christmas Markets
    Ladenburg
    Ladenburg Marktplatz
    Speyer Cathedral (Kaiserdom)
    Speyer Christmas Market
  6. Day 6

    Strasbourg

    Meals
    Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

    Included Activities

    • Panoramic bus tour of Strasbourg

    Optional Activities

    • Walk through Grande Île historic town center (UNESCO World Heritage Site)
    • Explore La Petite France district
    • Visit Cathédrale de Notre-Dame and see its famous astronomical clock
    • Visit Christkindelsmarkt - Strasbourg's Christmas Market (oldest in France, dating back to 1570)
    • Bicycle tour of Strasbourg's different districts
    • Visit Gengenbach Christmas Markets
    • Visit Gengenbach's illuminated town hall Advent calendar
    Landmarks
    Parc de l'Orangerie
    European Parliament
    Place de la Republique
    Grande Île
    La Petite France
    Cathédrale de Notre-Dame de Strasbourg
    Strasbourg Christkindelsmarkt
    Gengenbach Christmas Market
    Itinerary Image 1Itinerary Image 2
  7. Day 7

    Breisach

    Meals
    Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

    Optional Activities

    • Journey to Colmar and explore half-timbered houses and cobblestone streets
    • Visit Colmar Christmas Markets
    • Travel to Freiburg to see Freiburg Münster Gothic cathedral
    • Visit Freiburg Christmas Markets
    • Cycling tour through Breisach countryside
    Landmarks
    Colmar
    Colmar Christmas Market
    Freiburg Münster
    Freiburg
    Freiburg Christmas Market
    Breisach
    Itinerary Image 1
  8. Day 8

    Basel

    Meals
    Breakfast

    Included Activities

    • Disembark the ship in Basel
    Landmarks
    Basel
    Itinerary Image 1Itinerary Image 2Itinerary Image 3
Want to read it later?

Download this tour’s PDF brochure and start tour planning offline

What's Included

Expand All
  • Accommodation
  • Guide
  • Meals
  • Additional Services
  • Transport

What's Not Included

  • Flights
  • Insurance
  • Optional
  • Additional Services

Operated by

AmaWaterways

4.4
(31 reviews)

Number of tours

149

Age Range

12 to 90 years old

Response time

within 2 days

Response rate

75%

AmaWaterways operates the finest fleet and provides all-inclusive river...

Read more

Your Peace of Mind Options

Cancellation Policy

A transparent overview of applicable fees.

Travel Insurance

Be covered for any unforseen circumstances.

AmaWaterways Ship

  • AmaSiena
    AmaSiena
    Sister ship to the award-winning AmaKristina, the elegant 156-passenger AmaSiena is a warm, inviting ship offering plenty of space for gu… Read more
    Built
    2020
    Guests
    156
    Crew
    51
    Length
    135 m / 443 ft
    Staterooms
    78
    Registry
    Switzerland
    Gross Tonnage
    5000 gt
    Beam
    12 m / 38 ft

Traveler Reviews

4.0
Overall rating based on 1 Reviews

Sort by

Most recent
Most popular
Highest first
Lowest first

Sort by

Most Recent
Most Popular
Highest First
Lowest First
  • L
    January 8th, 2020
    4.0
    We enjoyed the New Year AMA cruise,especially the food,the pleasant ambiance on the boat and the friendly staff....
    Show more
    Traveled in December 2019

Dates & Availability

Select departure month and travellers

Select Date

Select departure month

2026

Jan
Feb
Mar
Apr
May
Jun
Jul
Aug
Sep
Oct
Nov
Dec

2027

Jan
Feb
Mar
Apr
May
Jun
Jul
Aug
Sep
Oct
Nov
Dec

2028

Jan
Feb
Mar
Apr
May
Jun
Jul
Aug
Sep
Oct
Nov
Dec
1 Adult2 Adults, 1 Child2 Children

Who is travelling?

AdultsAges 18 or above

2

ChildrenUnder 18

0
Upcoming departures
Hurry, deals only available for a limited time!
Ends in0d0h44m46s
  • From Wednesday
    25 Nov, 2026
    To Wednesday
    2 Dec, 2026
    English
    From:
    US $3,999 per person
    Based on Category E
    Port Charge
    $245
    2026 Version
    View this tour
  • From Thursday
    26 Nov, 2026
    To Thursday
    3 Dec, 2026
    English
    From:
    US $3,999 per person
    Based on Category E
    Port Charge
    $245
    2026 Version
    View this tour
  • From Thursday
    26 Nov, 2026
    To Thursday
    3 Dec, 2026
    English
    From:
    US $4,657 per person
    Port Charge
    $251
    2026 Version
    View this tour
  • From Saturday
    28 Nov, 2026
    To Saturday
    5 Dec, 2026
    English
    From:
    US $4,099 per person
    Based on Category E
    Port Charge
    $245
    2026 Version
    View this tour
  • From Wednesday
    2 Dec, 2026
    To Wednesday
    9 Dec, 2026
    English
    From:
    US $4,199 per person
    Based on Category E
    Port Charge
    $245
    2026 Version
    View this tour
  • From Thursday
    3 Dec, 2026
    To Thursday
    10 Dec, 2026
    English
    From:
    US $5,888 per person
    Port Charge
    $251
    2026 Version
    View this tour
  • From Thursday
    3 Dec, 2026
    To Thursday
    10 Dec, 2026
    English
    From:
    US $4,199 per person
    Based on Category E
    Port Charge
    $245
    2026 Version
    View this tour
  • From Saturday
    5 Dec, 2026
    To Saturday
    12 Dec, 2026
    English
    From:
    US $4,199 per person
    Based on Category E
    Port Charge
    $245
    2026 Version
    View this tour
  • From Wednesday
    9 Dec, 2026
    To Wednesday
    16 Dec, 2026
    English
    From:
    US $4,199 per person
    Based on Category E
    Port Charge
    $245
    2026 Version
    View this tour
  • From Thursday
    10 Dec, 2026
    To Thursday
    17 Dec, 2026
    English
    From:
    US $4,099 per person
    Based on Category E
    Port Charge
    $245
    2026 Version
    View this tour
Want to read it later?

Download this tour’s PDF brochure and start tour planning offline

Why book with TourRadar?

    • Trusted and vetted operators
    • Rated excellent on
    • Best price guarantee
    • 24/7 customer support
    • Earn $50 in travel credits

    To protect your payment and ensure your booking will be processed in United States, never transfer or communicate outside of the TourRadar website or app.

More benefits
Can’t find the answer to your question?
Reach out to the experts at AmaWaterways with your enquiry, they usually respond within 2 days.

No departure dates available

No dates, no problem! Subscribe to our newsletter to receive:

  • Travel inspiration for similar adventures
  • Alerts of the newest adventure deals

By submitting this form, I agree to the TourRadar T&Cs and Privacy policy.

You have successfully subscribed to our newsletter, check your inbox!

It seems you have entered this contest already! Keep an eye on your inbox for the winner.

Plan your adventure:

Good to Know

Tour ID: 233531

  • Currencies
    Euro
    France, Germany and Netherlands
    Fr.
    Swiss Franc
    Switzerland
  • Plugs & Adapters

    As a traveler from USA, Canada, England, Australia, New Zealand, South Africa you will need an adaptor for type J.

    Type J
    Switzerland
  • Vaccines
    • These are only indications, so please visit your doctor before you travel to be 100% sure.
    • Tick-borne encephalitis - Recommended for Germany.Switzerland. Ideally 6 months before travel.
  • Visa
    • Unfortunately we cannot offer you a visa application service. Whether you need a visa or not depends on your nationality and where you wish to travel. Assuming your home country does not have a visa agreement with the country you're planning to visit, you will need to apply for a visa in advance of your scheduled departure.
    • Here is an indication for which countries you might need a visa. Please contact the local embassy for help applying for visas to these places.
  • Payment information
    • For any tour departing before July 19th, 2026 a full payment is necessary. For tours departing after July 19th, 2026, a minimum payment of $400 is required to confirm your booking with AmaWaterways. The final payment will be automatically charged to your credit card on the designated due date. The final payment of the remaining balance is required at least 95 days prior to the departure date of your tour. TourRadar never charges you a booking fee and will charge you in the stated currency.
    • The following cards are accepted for "AmaWaterways" tours: Visa, Maestro, Mastercard, American Express or PayPal. TourRadar does NOT charge you an extra fee for using any of these payment methods.
  • Cancellation Policy
  • Accessibility
    Some tours are not suitable for mobility-restricted traveler, however, some operators may be able to accommodate special requests. For any enquiries, you can contact our customer support team, who are ready and waiting to help you.

Who is travelling?

AdultsAges 18 or above

2

ChildrenUnder 18

0

Select departure month

2026

Jan
Feb
Mar
Apr
May
Jun
Jul
Aug
Sep
Oct
Nov
Dec

2027

Jan
Feb
Mar
Apr
May
Jun
Jul
Aug
Sep
Oct
Nov
Dec

2028

Jan
Feb
Mar
Apr
May
Jun
Jul
Aug
Sep
Oct
Nov
Dec