How long do you get to spend in each city? I am interested in visiting Christmas markets in the evening when the lights reveal the splendour of the Christmas decorations. What cabin is included with this price, and what is the cost of upgrades?

During the cruise, you will spend several hours in each port according to the itinerary before continuing on to the next destination. This will give you ample opportunity to experience the Christmas Markets in all their splendor at each stop. The ship sailing on 1 December 2026 is the Travel Marvel Rigel. Please review the cabin categories options, and let me know your preferred cabin category, and I will be happy to provide you with pricing and further details.

From

US $5,288 per person

Rhine and Moselle Christmas Markets Amsterdam → Basel (2026)

8 days

•

From Amsterdam to Basel

3.7

17 traveler reviews

View all
View all

From

US $

+ $537 Port Taxes/Fees

Price based on Cheapest Room

Price based on Shared Room

Price based on Private Single Room

Price based on Private Double Room

Select Date

1 Adult2 Adults, 1 Child2 Children

Best price guarantee Learn More

Plan your adventure:

Operator: Travel Marvel
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 38 - 48
Ages 12+

Image of a map showing the route of the tour

Itinerary

Day 1
Amsterdam
Accommodation
Hotel (aboard your Travelmarvel river ship)
Included Activities
- Transfer to river ship
- Welcome Reception
Optional Activities
- Visit Ice Village Christmas Market
- Purchase traditional Dutch Christmas treats
Landmarks
Ice Village Christmas Market
Day 2
Amsterdam
Meals
Dinner (Captain's Welcome Dinner)
Accommodation
Hotel (aboard your Travelmarvel river ship)
Included Activities
- Glass-top canal boat cruise with local guide
- Captain's Welcome Dinner
Landmarks
Amsterdam Canals
Day 3
Cologne
Meals
Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Accommodation
Hotel (aboard your Travelmarvel river ship)
Included Activities
- Guided tour of Cologne Cathedral (Kölner Dom)
- Cologne Christmas Market visit
Landmarks
Cologne Cathedral (Kölner Dom)
Cologne Christmas Market
Day 4
Cochem
Meals
Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Accommodation
Hotel (aboard your Travelmarvel river ship)
Included Activities
- River cruise through Moselle valley
- Reichsburg Castle visit
- Cochem Christmas Market visit
Landmarks
Reichsburg Castle
Cochem Christmas Market
Moselle River
Day 5
Rüdesheim
Meals
Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Accommodation
Hotel (aboard your Travelmarvel river ship)
Included Activities
- Rhine Gorge cruise
- Winzerexpress mini train ride
- Siegfried's Mechanical Musical Instrument Museum visit
- Rüdesheim Christmas Market visit
Optional Activities
- Käthe Wohlfahrt Christmas store shopping
Landmarks
Rhine Gorge
Siegfried's Mechanical Musical Instrument Museum
Rüdesheim Christmas Market
Käthe Wohlfahrt Christmas store
Day 6
Strasbourg
Meals
Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner (Farewell Dinner)
Accommodation
Hotel (aboard your Travelmarvel river ship)
Included Activities
- Guided tour of Strasbourg historic quarters
- Christkindelsmärik (France's Oldest Christmas Market) visit
- Farewell Dinner
Landmarks
Strasbourg Cathedral
Christkindelsmärik
Day 7
Black Forest - Freiburg
Meals
Dinner (Farewell Dinner)
Accommodation
Hotel (aboard your Travelmarvel river ship)
Included Activities
- Coach drive through Kaiserstuhl and Karlsplatz
- Visit Freiburg Christmas Markets
- Gingerbread tasting
- Farewell Dinner
Optional Activities
- Explore Black Forest region
Landmarks
Black Forest
Freiburg Christmas Markets
Kaiserstuhl
Karlsplatz
Day 8
Basel
Meals
Breakfast
Accommodation
Hotel (aboard your Travelmarvel river ship)
Included Activities
- Breakfast onboard
- Transfer to Basel airport

Landmarks
Ice Village Christmas Market

Landmarks
Amsterdam Canals

Landmarks
Cologne Cathedral (Kölner Dom)
Cologne Christmas Market

Landmarks
Reichsburg Castle
Cochem Christmas Market
Moselle River

Landmarks
Rhine Gorge
Siegfried's Mechanical Musical Instrument Museum
Rüdesheim Christmas Market
Käthe Wohlfahrt Christmas store

Landmarks
Strasbourg Cathedral
Christkindelsmärik

Landmarks
Black Forest
Freiburg Christmas Markets
Kaiserstuhl
Karlsplatz

What's Included

Expand All

Accommodation
Guide
Meals
Additional Services
Transport

What's Not Included

Flights
Insurance
Optional
Additional Services

Where You'll Stay

All accommodations are subject to change

aboard your Travelmarvel river ship
Hotel
Days 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8

Operated by

Travel Marvel

3.7

(17 reviews)

Number of tours

362

Age Range

12 to 99 years old

Response time

within 3 days

Response rate

95%

With Travelmarvel, you get more value, more choice and more experience out of...

Cancellation Policy

A transparent overview of applicable fees.

Travel Insurance

Be covered for any unforseen circumstances.

Reviews from other tours by Travel Marvel

Tour Operator
3.7

Hilkat
December 5th, 2025
5.0
Our river tour from Amsterdam to Budapest with Travel Marvel was simply exceptional. It was one of those...
Our river tour from Amsterdam to Budapest with Travel Marvel was simply exceptional. It was one of those once-in-a-lifetime experiences that we will never forget. The entire crew was outstanding — the Hotel Manager’s warm professionalism, the Tour Manager’s energy and knowledge, the Kitchen Manager and culinary team’s delicious meals, and the attentive service staff who made every moment feel special. The excursions were well-organised, the onboard activities were fun, and the music group added magic to every evening. We truly enjoyed every part of this journey.Show more
Greg
August 20th, 2025
5.0
This is a wonderful tour on a beautiful ship. The staff are all so accomodating and friendly it’s like you’ve known...
Show more
Susan
December 17th, 2019
4.0
The cabins were nice, the staff were very good, the food was delicious, the tours were interesting, and the Cruise...
The cabins were nice, the staff were very good, the food was delicious, the tours were interesting, and the Cruise Director, in particular, was excellent. Would not recommend going as a single traveller, however, as vast majority were couples or friends travelling together, so it was quite cliquey with the same people sitting together at meals, especially dinner. Plus, it was 90% Australians and Kiwis, and a broader mix of nationalities would have made it more interesting. The best part was seeing all of the various cities and towns along the rivers. Very nice trip overall.Show more

Dates & Availability

Select departure month and travellers

Select Date

1 Adult2 Adults, 1 Child2 Children

Upcoming departures

Hurry, deals only available for a limited time!

Ends on 22 Apr, 2026

From Tuesday
1 Dec, 2026
To Tuesday
8 Dec, 2026
Not available in your region

Why book with TourRadar?

Trusted and vetted operators
Rated excellent on
Best price guarantee

24/7 customer support
Earn $100 in travel credits

To protect your payment and ensure your booking will be processed in United States, never transfer or communicate outside of the TourRadar website or app.

More benefits

What our customers ask about this tour

The content in our FAQ section is subject to change.

All questions

We couldn't find results

Try a different search term or ask a question to this adventure's experts

N
Nadia
Asked on February 17th, 2026
How long do you get to spend in each city? I am interested in visiting Christmas markets in the evening when the lights reveal the splendour of the Christmas decorations. What cabin is included with this price, and what is the cost of upgrades?
Accommodation
Tour Details
- Travel MarvelOperator•Written February 2026
  During the cruise, you will spend several hours in each port according to the itinerary before continuing on to the next destination. This will give you ample opportunity to experience the Christmas Markets in all their splendor at each stop. The ship sailing on 1 December 2026 is the Travel Marvel Rigel. Please review the cabin categories options, and let me know your preferred cabin category, and I will be happy to provide you with pricing and further details.

From

US $

+ $537 Port Taxes/Fees

Price based on Cheapest Room

Price based on Shared Room

Price based on Private Single Room

Price based on Private Double Room

Select Date

1 Adult2 Adults, 1 Child2 Children

Best price guarantee Learn More

Plan your adventure:

Good to Know

Tour ID: 301683

Currencies
€
Euro
France, Germany and Netherlands
Fr.
Swiss Franc
Switzerland
Plugs & Adapters
As a traveler from USA, Canada, England, Australia, New Zealand, South Africa you will need an adaptor for type J.
Type J
Switzerland
Vaccines
- 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.
- Here is an indication for which countries you might need a visa. Please contact the local embassy for help applying for visas to these places.
Payment information
- For any tour departing before August 14th, 2026 a full payment is necessary. For tours departing after August 14th, 2026, a minimum payment of $750 is required to confirm your booking with Travel Marvel. 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 120 days prior to the departure date of your tour. TourRadar never charges you a booking fee and will charge you in the stated currency.
- The following cards are accepted for "Travel Marvel" tours: Visa, Maestro, Mastercard, American Express or PayPal. TourRadar does NOT charge you an extra fee for using any of these payment methods.
Cancellation Policy
- TourRadar can request Travel Marvel to hold spaces for you for up to 48 hours without any credit card details.
- TourRadar is an authorized Agent of Travel Marvel. Please familiarize yourself with the Travel Marvel payment, cancellation and refund conditions.
Accessibility
Some tours are not suitable for mobility-restricted traveler, however, some operators may be able to accommodate special requests. For any enquiries, you can contact our customer support team, who are ready and waiting to help you.
People also viewed
Ultimate South America With Santiago Stopover…
Toubkal Climb
Mediterranean Sailing Tours
Botswana Safari
The Ultimate Family Adventure
4-Points Galapagos
Best Of Southern Vietnam

Rhine and Moselle Christmas Markets Amsterdam → Basel (2026)

Itinerary

Amsterdam

Included Activities

Optional Activities

Amsterdam

Included Activities

Cologne

Included Activities

Cochem

Included Activities

Rüdesheim

Included Activities

Optional Activities

Strasbourg

Included Activities

Black Forest - Freiburg

Included Activities

Optional Activities

Basel

Included Activities

Want to read it later?

What's Included

What's Not Included

Where You'll Stay