Itinerary
- Day 1
Cologne
You'll land at Cologne Bonn Airport and head to the S.S. Antoinette ship for boarding. If you've booked an arrival transfer through Uniworld, someone will meet you there and take you directly to the vessel.
- Meals
- Dinner (Captain's Welcome Reception and Gala Dinner)
Included Activities
- Cologne Walking Tour with Old Town Visit and Christmas Markets
- Cologne Christmas Markets
Optional Activities
- Rheinweinwelten Visit - The Best Rhine Rieslings
Landmarks Cologne Old Town Cologne Christmas Markets 
- Day 2
Cologne
Walk through Cologne's Old Town with a local guide who knows all the details about the cathedral and its history. After that, check out the Christmas Markets and soak in the festive feeling throughout the city.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Cologne Walking Tour with Old Town Visit and Christmas Markets
- Nights Out: Cologne Christmas Markets
Landmarks Cologne Cathedral Cologne Old Town - Day 3
Cologne to Koblenz
The ship heads to Koblenz where the Rhine and Moselle rivers meet. You'll visit German Corner and then take a walking tour to see Koblenz's historic spots. Later in the day, you'll cruise through the Upper Middle Rhine Valley, a UNESCO World Heritage Site with castles and small villages lining the water.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Koblenz Walking Tour with Christmas Market
- Evening Rüdesheim Christmas Market
Landmarks German Corner Upper Middle Rhine Valley Rhine River Moselle River 
- Day 4
Rüdesheim - Mainz
You start in Rüdesheim, a town from Roman times with the Drosselgasse alley full of shops and wine bars to wander through. Next, head to Wiesbaden's Christmas Market. You'll pick one optional activity: taste Rhine Rieslings at Rheinweinwelten or take a guided walk around Rüdesheim with local food samples.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Wiesbaden Twinkling Star Christmas Market
Optional Activities
- Rheinweinwelten Visit - The Best Rhine Rieslings
- Rüdesheim Walk with Local Treats and Christmas Market
Landmarks Drosselgasse Rüdesheim Wiesbaden 
- Day 5
Germersheim - Baden-Baden
This day is yours to plan. Either spend time in Baden-Baden exploring the hot springs, spa facilities, and Christmas Market, or visit the candlelit Doktorenhof vinegar estate for a holiday tasting that's a bit different from the usual options.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Optional Activities
- Baden-Baden Walking Tour with Christmas Market
- Private Doktorenhof Vinegar Estate Visit and Tasting
- Authentic Country Cooking with Vinegar - €185 EUR
Landmarks Baden-Baden Doktorenhof - Day 6
Strasbourg
You'll explore Strasbourg's cobblestone streets and half-timbered buildings with a local expert who knows the city well. Check out the Christmas Market and try festive pastries like bûche de Noël. Choose between a basic walking tour with the market or a 'Taste of Christmas' walking tour that focuses on food.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Optional Activities
- Strasbourg Walking Tour with Christmas Market
- "Taste of Christmas" Strasbourg Walking Tour
Landmarks Strasbourg Old Town Strasbourg Christmas Market 
- Day 7
Basel
Basel's cultural offerings and Christmas Market are waiting for you. Walk along Christmas Street to see over 100 decorated and lit trees. Stop by the historic Town Hall to write a wish in the Advent Wish Book. There's also an optional trip to Lucerne if that interests you.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Basel Walking Tour with Christmas Market
Optional Activities
- Lucerne a Swiss Gem - €50 EUR
Landmarks Basel Town Hall Basel Christmas Market Basel Christmas Street 
- Day 8
Basel
After leaving the S.S. Antoinette in Basel, you'll make your way to EuroAirport Basel-Mulhouse-Freiburg if you arranged a departure transfer with Uniworld. They'll handle getting you to the airport for your flight home.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner (Farewell Gala Dinner)
Included Activities
- Basel Walking Tour with Christmas Market
Landmarks Basel Old Town Basel Christmas Market
