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Christmas on the Rhine & Moselle Basel to Trier

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From Zurich to Paris
3.9 (12 reviews)
  • Aerial panorama of Zurich showing the Limmat River, historic old town and green hillside backdrop.
  • Riverside row of colourful historic buildings and St. Peter Church tower framed by golden autumn leaves in Zurich.
  • Sunrise aerial of Zurich old town, church spires and Lake Zurich with the snow-capped Alps in the distance.
  • Blue-hour aerial of Zurich with illuminated streets, bridges and calm lake waters stretching toward distant hills.
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  • Locals and visitors relaxing along the lakeside promenade feeding swans on a sunny afternoon in Zurich.
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River Cruise
Cruise scenic waterways for effortless exploration
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Independent travel, featuring selected guided excursions
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Travelers can expect some light physical activities
Guided in English
Group Size 1 - 930
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Itinerary

  1. Intro

    Introduction

  2. Day 1

    Zurich

    Zurich
    Meals
    Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner (Regional specialties & always available classics)

    Included Activities

    • Visit Christkindlimarkt Christmas market

    Optional Activities

    • Enjoy mulled wine at the market
    Landmarks
    Christkindlimarkt
  3. Day 1

    Zurich

    Zurich
    Meals
    Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner (Regional specialties & always available classics)

    Included Activities

    • Visit Christkindlimarkt Christmas market

    Optional Activities

    • Enjoy mulled wine at the market
    Landmarks
    Christkindlimarkt
  4. Day 2

    Zurich

    Zurich
    Meals
    Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner (Regional specialties & always available classics)

    Included Activities

    • Explore festive Christmas markets in Zurich

    Optional Activities

    • Visit local chocolatiers for sweet treats
  5. Day 2

    Zurich

    Zurich
    Meals
    Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner (Regional specialties & always available classics)

    Included Activities

    • Explore festive Christmas markets in Zurich

    Optional Activities

    • Visit local chocolatiers for sweet treats
  6. Day 3

    Basel

    Basel
    Meals
    Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner (Regional specialties & always available classics)

    Included Activities

    • Explore Basel's Christmas market
    • One complimentary shore excursion

    Optional Activities

    • Shop for gifts at the Christmas market
  7. Day 3

    Basel

    Basel
    Meals
    Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner (Regional specialties & always available classics)

    Included Activities

    • Explore Basel's Christmas market
    • One complimentary shore excursion

    Optional Activities

    • Shop for gifts at the Christmas market
  8. Day 4

    Strasbourg

    Strasbourg
    Meals
    Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner (Regional specialties & always available classics)

    Included Activities

    • One complimentary shore excursion

    Optional Activities

    • Sample Alsatian fare from artisanal producers
  9. Day 4

    Strasbourg

    Strasbourg
    Meals
    Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner (Regional specialties & always available classics)

    Included Activities

    • One complimentary shore excursion

    Optional Activities

    • Sample Alsatian fare from artisanal producers
  10. Day 5

    Speyer - Mannheim

    Speyer - Mannheim
    Meals
    Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner (Regional specialties & always available classics)

    Included Activities

    • One complimentary shore excursion

    Optional Activities

    • Sample regional delicacies at Christmas markets
    • Shop for gifts from around the world at Christmas markets
  11. Day 5

    Speyer - Mannheim

    Speyer - Mannheim
    Meals
    Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner (Regional specialties & always available classics)

    Included Activities

    • One complimentary shore excursion

    Optional Activities

    • Sample regional delicacies at Christmas markets
    • Shop for gifts from around the world at Christmas markets
  12. Day 6

    Mainz

    Mainz
    Meals
    Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner (Regional specialties & always available classics)

    Included Activities

    • Explore Mainz's Christmas market
    • One complimentary shore excursion
  13. Day 6

    Mainz

    Mainz
    Meals
    Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner (Regional specialties & always available classics)

    Included Activities

    • Explore Mainz's Christmas market
    • One complimentary shore excursion
  14. Day 7

    Middle Rhine - Koblenz

    Middle Rhine - Koblenz
    Meals
    Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner (Regional specialties & always available classics)

    Included Activities

    • Scenic sailing on the Middle Rhine past hilltop castles
    • Look for Lorelei Rock
    • One complimentary shore excursion

    Optional Activities

    • Sip glühwein while sailing
    Landmarks
    Lorelei Rock
    Middle Rhine
  15. Day 7

    Middle Rhine - Koblenz

    Middle Rhine - Koblenz
    Meals
    Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner (Regional specialties & always available classics)

    Included Activities

    • Scenic sailing on the Middle Rhine past hilltop castles
    • Look for Lorelei Rock
    • One complimentary shore excursion

    Optional Activities

    • Sip glühwein while sailing
    Landmarks
    Lorelei Rock
    Middle Rhine
  16. Day 8

    Cochem

    Cochem
    Meals
    Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner (Regional specialties & always available classics)

    Included Activities

    • Explore Cochem's Old Town
    • One complimentary shore excursion

    Optional Activities

    • Stroll the festively decorated river promenade
  17. Day 8

    Cochem

    Cochem
    Meals
    Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner (Regional specialties & always available classics)

    Included Activities

    • Explore Cochem's Old Town
    • One complimentary shore excursion

    Optional Activities

    • Stroll the festively decorated river promenade
  18. Day 9

    Bernkastel - Trier

    Bernkastel - Trier
    Meals
    Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner (Regional specialties & always available classics)

    Included Activities

    • Visit Bernkastel's Advent calendar
    • Explore Trier's Christmas markets
    • One complimentary shore excursion
  19. Day 9

    Bernkastel - Trier

    Bernkastel - Trier
    Meals
    Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner (Regional specialties & always available classics)

    Included Activities

    • Visit Bernkastel's Advent calendar
    • Explore Trier's Christmas markets
    • One complimentary shore excursion
  20. Day 10

    Reims - Paris

    Reims - Paris
    Meals
    Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner (Regional specialties & always available classics)

    Included Activities

    • Explore Reims Christmas market
    • One complimentary shore excursion

    Optional Activities

    • Enjoy champagne in Reims
    • View shop window displays on Avenue des Champs-Élysées
    Landmarks
    Avenue des Champs-Élysées
  21. Day 10

    Reims - Paris

    Reims - Paris
    Meals
    Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner (Regional specialties & always available classics)

    Included Activities

    • Explore Reims Christmas market
    • One complimentary shore excursion

    Optional Activities

    • Enjoy champagne in Reims
    • View shop window displays on Avenue des Champs-Élysées
    Landmarks
    Avenue des Champs-Élysées
  22. Day 11

    Paris

    Paris
    Meals
    Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner (Regional specialties & always available classics)

    Included Activities

    • Visit Parisian Christmas markets

    Optional Activities

    • Sample gourmet treats such as escargot at Christmas markets
  23. Day 11

    Paris

    Paris
    Meals
    Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner (Regional specialties & always available classics)

    Included Activities

    • Visit Parisian Christmas markets

    Optional Activities

    • Sample gourmet treats such as escargot at Christmas markets
  24. Day 12

    Paris

    Paris

    Optional Activities

    • Join tour operator extensions for additional exploration
  25. Day 12

    Paris

    Paris

    Optional Activities

    • Join tour operator extensions for additional exploration

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    Capacity
    95 - 190
    Built
    2015
    Guests
    Crew
    50
    Length
    135 m / 443 ft
    Width
    29 m / 95 ft
    Suites
    Staterooms
    95
    Registry
    Gross Tonnage
    5000 gt
    Electricity
    Beam
    Cruising Speed
    15 kn / 28 kph / 17 mph
    Generators
    Engines
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