is there going to be a river cruise departing from cologne to cologne in december 2027 not from the 22 till 27 dec

There are some stunning cruise options available after Christmas, perfect for a magical New Year's celebration on the Rhine! The "Rhine New Year's Dream 2027" by A-ROSA is an 8-day adventure that offers a delightful itinerary, starting and ending in Cologne. You can explore the intriguing landmarks along the Rhine and create unforgettable memories. Another excellent choice is the "New Year's Eve Cruise on the Rhine (Cologne - Cologne) (10 destinations)" operated by Lueftner Cruises. Imagine celebrating the New Year in style while cruising past beautiful destinations! If any of these adventures catch your interest, we're more than happy to set you up with a quote. Please let us know your preferred cabin type, whether it's a balcony or window, so we can ensure a perfect fit for you.

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Rhine Christmas Dream 2026

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Start and end in Cologne

4.0 (183 reviews)

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Gold Operator: A-ROSA
River Cruise: Cruise scenic waterways for 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: Other languages on request: German
Group Size 15 - 202
All Ages Welcome

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Itinerary

Intro
Introduction
Day 1
Cologne
Cologne
Optional Activities
- Climb Cologne Cathedral tower for city views
- Explore Cologne's city center
- Chat with locals and experience local Kölsch beer culture
Landmarks
Cologne Cathedral
Day 2
Antwerp
Antwerp
Meals
Breakfast (Comprehensive breakfast buffet with live-cooking stations, tea, coffee and coffee specialities, water, soft drinks, sparkling wine, and selection of beer and wine), Lunch (Comprehensive lunch buffet with live-cooking stations, tea, coffee and coffee specialities, water, soft drinks, sparkling wine, and selection of beer and wine), Dinner (Comprehensive dinner buffet with live-cooking stations, tea, coffee and coffee specialities, water, soft drinks, sparkling wine, and selection of beer and wine)
Included Activities
- Explore Antwerp port city
- Discover art and culture attractions
- Sample Belgian specialities
Optional Activities
- Visit diamond district
- Museum visits
- Canal tours
- Local restaurant dining
Landmarks
Antwerp
Day 3
Amsterdam
Amsterdam
Meals
Breakfast (Comprehensive breakfast buffet with live-cooking stations, tea, coffee and coffee specialities, water, soft drinks, sparkling wine, and selection of beer and wine), Lunch (Comprehensive lunch buffet with live-cooking stations, tea, coffee and coffee specialities, water, soft drinks, sparkling wine, and selection of beer and wine), Dinner (Comprehensive dinner buffet with live-cooking stations, tea, coffee and coffee specialities, water, soft drinks, sparkling wine, and selection of beer and wine)
Included Activities
- Explore Amsterdam city
- Discover historic canal district
- Free e-bike rental for independent exploration
- Visit Van Gogh Museum
- Visit Rijksmuseum
Optional Activities
- Canal boat tours
- Museum guided tours
- Local restaurant dining
- Shopping in city district
- Cycling tours
Landmarks
Van Gogh Museum
Rijksmuseum
Amsterdam Canal District
Day 4
Amsterdam
Amsterdam
Meals
Breakfast (Comprehensive breakfast buffet with live-cooking stations, tea, coffee and coffee specialities, water, soft drinks, sparkling wine, selection of beer and wine), Lunch (Comprehensive lunch buffet with live-cooking stations, water, soft drinks, sparkling wine, selection of beer and wine), Dinner (Comprehensive dinner buffet with live-cooking stations, water, soft drinks, sparkling wine, selection of beer and wine)
Optional Activities
- Visit Van Gogh Museum
- Visit Rijksmuseum
- Explore Amsterdam by bike
- Take a canal tour
- Discover the historic canal district
Landmarks
Van Gogh Museum
Rijksmuseum
Day 5
Düsseldorf
Düsseldorf
Meals
Breakfast (Comprehensive breakfast buffet with live-cooking stations, tea, coffee and coffee specialities, water, soft drinks, sparkling wine, selection of beer and wine), Lunch (Comprehensive lunch buffet with live-cooking stations, water, soft drinks, sparkling wine, selection of beer and wine), Dinner (Comprehensive dinner buffet with live-cooking stations, water, soft drinks, sparkling wine, selection of beer and wine)
Optional Activities
- Shop on Königstrasse (the 'Kö')
- Visit Uerige brewery and sample Altbier
- Explore Düsseldorf's old town pubs
- Discover the city's parks and green spaces
Landmarks
Uerige Brewery
Day 6
Cologne
Cologne
Meals
Breakfast (Comprehensive breakfast buffet with live-cooking stations, tea, coffee and coffee specialities, water, soft drinks, sparkling wine, selection of beer and wine)
Optional Activities
- Climb Cologne Cathedral tower for city views
- Explore Cologne's city center
- Experience local Kölsch beer culture
Landmarks
Cologne Cathedral

Landmarks
Cologne Cathedral

Landmarks
Antwerp

Landmarks
Van Gogh Museum
Rijksmuseum
Amsterdam Canal District

Landmarks
Van Gogh Museum
Rijksmuseum

Landmarks
Uerige Brewery

Landmarks
Cologne Cathedral

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Rating: 4.0 (183 reviews)
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Response rate: 76%
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A-ROSA Ship

A-ROSA AQUA
Cruising on a river is certainly not the fastest mode of transportation. And the countless meanders of the Rhine are not the fastes… Read more
Capacity
Built
2009
Built
2009
Guests
202
Guests
Crew
Crew
54
Length
135 m / 443 ft
Length
135 m
Width
11.4 m / 36 ft
Width
11,4 m
Suites
Staterooms
99
Staterooms
Registry
Gross Tonnage
Gross Tonnage
3600 gt
Electricity
four 331 kW/overall 1.800 PS
Beam
Cruising Speed
12 kn / 22 kph / 14 mph
Cruising Speed
max. 22 km/h
Generators
Engines
Draft
Cabin
Deck
Deck with Cabins
Country/Region
Belgium, Netherlands, Germany
Staterooms / Suites Deck Plans Dining

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Adam5.0•September 2026
This was our first cruise, so our expectations were based only on what we imagined. The booking process with...
This was our first cruise, so our expectations were based only on what we imagined. The booking process with TourRadar was clear and easy. We very much enjoyed our A-ROSA Rhine Experience Netherlands & Belgium 2026 cruise! The entire crew was very friendly and accommodating. The food and bevvies were really good. The destinations were interesting and fun to explore. We liked this cruise so much that another A-ROSA is likely in our future.Show more
DOMITIAN5.0•September 2026
OK.The whole cruise was excelent.
Wendy5.0•June 2026
We enjoyed our cruise. It was great! 👍 We were the only English speaking onboard, an all German cruise. However when...
We enjoyed our cruise. It was great! 👍 We were the only English speaking onboard, an all German cruise. However when we booked we understood it was a German company and that was a possibility but it didn’t take anything away from our experience. All the crew speak English and never did we not know where we needed to be or doing. We enjoyed the smaller villages that we stopped at and could explore on our own. The food onboard was amazing. We had a fabulous entertainer on board, her name was Karina and her shows were amazing. All the staff are so friendly and accommodating. The spa services were great 👍 We really enjoyed our cruise. What we liked was we visited places not so touristy and the ship dock was a short walk from the township. We visited places we wouldn’t have been able to visit or actually know to visit! Awesome. 🤩Show more

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is there going to be a river cruise departing from cologne to cologne in december 2027 not from the 22 till 27 dec
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  There are some stunning cruise options available after Christmas, perfect for a magical New Year's celebration on the Rhine! The "Rhine New Year's Dream 2027" by A-ROSA is an 8-day adventure that offers a delightful itinerary, starting and ending in Cologne. You can explore the intriguing landmarks along the Rhine and create unforgettable memories. Another excellent choice is the "New Year's Eve Cruise on the Rhine (Cologne - Cologne) (10 destinations)" operated by Lueftner Cruises. Imagine celebrating the New Year in style while cruising past beautiful destinations! If any of these adventures catch your interest, we're more than happy to set you up with a quote. Please let us know your preferred cabin type, whether it's a balcony or window, so we can ensure a perfect fit for you.

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Rhine Christmas Dream 2026

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