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Rhine Christmas City Experience 2026

8 days
Start and end in Cologne
4.0 (172 reviews)
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River Cruise
Cruise scenic waterways for 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
Other languages on request: German
Group Size 15 - 280
All Ages Welcome
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Itinerary

  1. Day 1

    Cologne

    Cologne
    Meals
    Breakfast (Comprehensive breakfast buffet with live-cooking stations), Lunch (Comprehensive lunch buffet with live-cooking stations), Dinner (Comprehensive dinner buffet with live-cooking stations)

    Optional Activities

    • Climb Cologne Cathedral tower for views of the city and Rhine
    • Explore the city and chat with locals over Kölsch beer
    • Independent exploration by e-bike (subject to availability)
    Landmarks
    Cologne Cathedral
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  2. Day 2

    Cologne to Amsterdam

    Cologne to Amsterdam
    Meals
    Lunch (Comprehensive lunch buffet with live-cooking stations), Dinner (Comprehensive dinner buffet with live-cooking stations)

    Optional Activities

    • Visit Van Gogh Museum
    • Visit Rijksmuseum
    • Explore Amsterdam by bike
    • Canal boat tour
    Landmarks
    Van Gogh Museum
    Rijksmuseum
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  3. Day 3

    Amsterdam

    Amsterdam
    Meals
    Breakfast (Comprehensive breakfast buffet with live-cooking stations), Lunch (Comprehensive lunch buffet with live-cooking stations), Dinner (Comprehensive dinner buffet with live-cooking stations)

    Optional Activities

    • Visit Van Gogh Museum
    • Visit Rijksmuseum
    • Explore Amsterdam by bike
    • Canal boat tour
    Landmarks
    Van Gogh Museum
    Rijksmuseum
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  4. Day 4

    Amsterdam to Antwerp

    Amsterdam to Antwerp
    Meals
    Breakfast (Comprehensive breakfast buffet with live-cooking stations), Lunch (Comprehensive lunch buffet with live-cooking stations), Dinner (Comprehensive dinner buffet with live-cooking stations)

    Optional Activities

    • Explore Antwerp's art and cultural sites
    • Visit diamond trade districts
    • Try Belgian waffles, chocolates, and chips
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  5. Day 5

    Antwerp

    Antwerp
    Meals
    Breakfast (Comprehensive breakfast buffet with live-cooking stations), Lunch (Comprehensive lunch buffet with live-cooking stations), Dinner (Comprehensive dinner buffet with live-cooking stations), Snack (Embarkation snack), Snack (Daily tea and coffee time)

    Included Activities

    • Explore Antwerp independently with free e-bike (subject to availability)

    Optional Activities

    • Discover art and cultural attractions
    • Visit diamond district
    • Sample Belgian waffles, chocolates, and chips at local restaurants
    Landmarks
    Antwerp
  6. Day 6

    Dordrecht

    Dordrecht
    Meals
    Breakfast (Comprehensive breakfast buffet with live-cooking stations), Lunch (Comprehensive lunch buffet with live-cooking stations), Dinner (Comprehensive dinner buffet with live-cooking stations), Snack (Daily tea and coffee time)

    Included Activities

    • Explore Dordrecht independently with free e-bike (subject to availability)

    Optional Activities

    • Visit monuments and historic sites
    • Explore small city harbors
    • Discover the confluence of the Merwede, Noord, and Oude Maas rivers
    Landmarks
    Dordrecht
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  7. Day 7

    Antwerp to Nijmegen

    Antwerp to Nijmegen
    Meals
    Breakfast (Comprehensive breakfast buffet with live-cooking stations), Lunch (Comprehensive lunch buffet with live-cooking stations)

    Optional Activities

    • Cross Waalburg arch bridge
    • Explore Waalkade wharf
    • Discover the historic city centre
    Landmarks
    Waalburg
  8. Day 8

    Nijmegen to Cologne

    Nijmegen to Cologne
    Meals
    Breakfast (Comprehensive breakfast buffet with live-cooking stations)

    Optional Activities

    • Climb Cologne Cathedral tower for views of the city and Rhine
    • Explore the city and chat with locals over Kölsch beer
    • Independent exploration by e-bike (subject to availability)
    Landmarks
    Cologne Cathedral

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Response rate
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A-ROSA Ship

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    Capacity
    Built
    2022
    Guests
    280
    Crew
    Length
    135 m
    Width
    17.7 m
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    max. 24 km/h
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    119 balcony cabins, 7 balcony suites, 2 cabins for
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    I land and take off from Amsterdam. I arrive on the 22nd and leave on the 2nd. How can I be accommodated in the tour?

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    • A-ROSAOperatorWritten December 2023

      We regret to inform you that the departure date you have selected is currently sold out for single cabins. The availability of single cabins on A-ROSA cruises is limited and tends to fill up quickly due to their popularity among solo travelers.

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  • Plugs & Adapters

    As a traveler from USA, Canada, England, Australia, New Zealand, South Africa you will need an adaptor for types C, E, F.

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    • These are only indications, so please visit your doctor before you travel to be 100% sure.
    • Tick-borne encephalitis - Recommended for Germany. 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.
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  • Payment information
    • For any tour departing before October 6th, 2026 a full payment is necessary. For tours departing after October 6th, 2026, a minimum payment of 40% is required to confirm your booking with A-ROSA. 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 45 days prior to the departure date of your tour. TourRadar never charges you a booking fee and will charge you in the stated currency.
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