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Christmas Markets on the Rhine 2026 Start Basel, End Amsterdam

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From Basel to Amsterdam
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  • A festive scene with a cathedral and Christmas lights.
  • A historic building with a tower on a bustling street.
  • A scenic riverside cityscape at sunset.
  • A city with a river and cathedral spires.
  • A bustling Christmas market with lights and stalls.
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  • A historic church on a hill in a small town.
  • Enchanting half-timbered buildings along the river.
  • A person looking at a large Christmas tree in a city square.
  • Charming canalside houses with flower decorations.
  • A magnificent church with pointed towers under a clear sky.
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AmaWaterways
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 30 - 162
Ages 12+
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Itinerary

  1. Day 1

    Basel

    Meals
    Dinner

    Included Activities

    • Board the ship in Basel
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  2. Day 2

    Breisach to Colmar

    Meals
    Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

    Included Activities

    • Guided tour of medieval Colmar
    • Visit Christmas Markets

    Optional Activities

    • Cycling tour through scenic countryside
    Landmarks
    Colmar Christmas Markets
    Colmar Old Town
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  3. Day 3

    Strasbourg and Baden-Baden

    Meals
    Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

    Included Activities

    • Panoramic bus tour of Strasbourg
    • Walking tour of Grande Île and La Petite France
    • Visit Cathédrale de Notre Dame
    • Visit Strasbourg Christmas Market
    • Visit Baden-Baden Christmas Markets

    Optional Activities

    • Bicycle tour of Strasbourg's districts
    Landmarks
    Parc de l'Orangerie
    European Parliament
    Place de la Republique
    Grande Île
    La Petite France
    Cathédrale de Notre Dame
    Strasbourg Christmas Market (Christkindelsmärik)
    Baden-Baden Christmas Markets
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  4. Day 4

    Heidelberg, Speyer, and Rüdesheim

    Meals
    Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

    Included Activities

    • Visit Heidelberg Christmas Markets
    • Visit Speyer Christmas Markets
    • Sail to Rüdesheim

    Optional Activities

    • Guided tour of medieval Heidelberg
    • Hike the Philosopher's Path
    • Bike tour along the Neckar River to Ladenburg
    • Explore medieval Speyer
    • Wine tasting in Rüdesheim
    • Rüdesheimer coffee tasting
    Landmarks
    Heidelberg
    Philosopher's Path
    Neckar River
    Ladenburg
    Speyer
    Rüdesheim Christmas Markets
  5. Day 5

    Rüdesheim and Rhine Gorge

    Meals
    Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

    Included Activities

    • Scenic cruise through Rhine Gorge
    • Tour of Burg Lahneck Castle

    Optional Activities

    • Visit Siegfried's Mechanical Instrument Cabinet
    • Gondola ride over Rüdesheim
    • Visit Rüdesheim Christmas Market
    • Guided bike tour through Rüdesheim and Rhine River area
    • Hike through vineyards
    Landmarks
    Siegfried's Mechanical Instrument Cabinet
    Rhine Gorge
    Burg Lahneck Castle
  6. Day 6

    Düsseldorf and Cologne

    Meals
    Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

    Included Activities

    • Scenic cruise to Düsseldorf
    • Guided tour of Cologne Old Town
    • Visit Cologne Christmas Market

    Optional Activities

    • Walking tour of historic Düsseldorf with local guide
    • Visit Düsseldorf Christmas Market
    • Active bike tour of Düsseldorf
    Landmarks
    Cologne Rathaus
    Fishmarkt
    Great St. Martin Church
    Cologne Christmas Market
    Düsseldorf Christmas Market
  7. Day 7

    Utrecht to Amsterdam

    Meals
    Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

    Included Activities

    • Cruise to Amsterdam
    • Canal cruise of Amsterdam

    Optional Activities

    • Walking tour of Utrecht
    • Beer tasting tour in Utrecht
    • Visit grand cafés in Amsterdam for local specialties
    Landmarks
    Utrecht
    Amsterdam Canals
  8. Day 8

    Amsterdam

    Meals
    Breakfast

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AmaWaterways Ship

  • AmaLucia
    AmaLucia
    Sister ship to the award-winning AmaLea and AmaKristina, the elegant 156-passenger AmaLucia will be a warm, inviting ship offering plenty of… Read more
    Capacity
    Built
    2021
    Guests
    156
    Crew
    51
    Length
    443 ft
    Width
    38 ft
    Suites
    Staterooms
    78
    Registry
    Gross Tonnage
    Electricity
    Beam
    Cruising Speed
    Generators
    Engines
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    January 8th, 2020
    We enjoyed the New Year AMA cruise,especially the food,the pleasant ambiance on the boat and the friendly staff....
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    Traveled in December 2019

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

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    Switzerland
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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.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.
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    • For any tour departing before August 3rd, 2026 a full payment is necessary. For tours departing after August 3rd, 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.
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