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Rhine Christmas Markets with Bruges & Switzerland 2027

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From Zurich to Brussels
4.4 (47 reviews)
  • Festive Christmas market with a large decorated tree and snow.
  • Detailed map of Rhine cruise linking Amsterdam and Zurich via Germany and France
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Immerse yourself in rich history and local traditions
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Itinerary

  1. Day 1

    Zurich

    Zurich
    Landmarks
    Lake Zurich
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  2. Day 2

    Zurich to Bern

    Zurich to Bern

    Included Activities

    • Walking tour of Zurich with local guide

    Optional Activities

    • Orientation tour of Bern with Bear Park visit
    • Swiss chocolate tasting at local producer
    Landmarks
    Bahnhofstrasse
    Bear Park
    Zytglogge
    Bern Cathedral
  3. Day 3

    Bern to Montreux

    Bern to Montreux

    Included Activities

    • Orientation tour of Montreux

    Optional Activities

    • Exclusive after-hours visit to Chaplin Museum at his former home
    Landmarks
    Lake Geneva
    Chaplin Museum
  4. Day 4

    Montreux

    Montreux

    Included Activities

    • Guided tour of Chillon Castle with local guide
    Landmarks
    Chillon Castle
  5. Day 5

    Montreux - Lucerne - Basel

    Montreux - Lucerne - Basel
    Meals
    Breakfast

    Included Activities

    • Walking tour of Lucerne including Museggmauer and Türme (Town Walls and Towers)
    • Visit Hofkirche
    • Visit Jesuit Church
    Landmarks
    Museggmauer and Türme
    Hofkirche
    Jesuit Church
    Lake Lucerne
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  6. Day 6

    Basel

    Basel

    Optional Activities

    • Guided tour of Basel with market visit - explore the Old Town, visit Basel Minster, enjoy the Christmas markets with handcrafted gifts and mulled wine
    • Läckerli baking workshop - learn to craft traditional spiced honey cookies under guidance of a local baker
    Landmarks
    Basel Minster
    Barfüsserplatz Christmas Market
    Münsterplatz Christmas Market
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  7. Day 7

    Strasbourg

    Strasbourg

    Optional Activities

    • Guided walking tour of Strasbourg including cathedral and Petit France district with free time for Christmas markets
    • Alsace Christmas beer brewery visit with tasting
    Landmarks
    Strasbourg Cathedral
    Petit France
    Place Kléber
  8. Day 8

    Mannheim

    Mannheim

    Optional Activities

    • Orientation tour of Heidelberg with free time to explore the charming Christmas decorated town
    • Historical tour of Heidelberg including Heidelberg Castle, courtyard, balcony views, and the great Heidelberg Tun wine barrel
    • Private classical concert at Bruchsal Palace with welcome drink
    Landmarks
    Heidelberg Castle
    Bruchsal Palace
  9. Day 9

    Rüdesheim

    Rüdesheim

    Included Activities

    • Mini-train ride to Siegfried's Mechanical Musical Instrument Museum
    Landmarks
    Siegfried's Mechanical Musical Instrument Museum
  10. Day 10

    Rüdesheim to Cologne

    Rüdesheim to Cologne
    Meals
    Dinner

    Included Activities

    • Rhine Gorge cruise
    • Walking tour of Cologne including Cologne Cathedral and Christmas markets
    Landmarks
    Rhine Gorge
    Lorelei Statue
    Cologne Cathedral
  11. Day 11

    Düsseldorf

    Düsseldorf

    Included Activities

    • Walking tour of Düsseldorf with local guide
    Landmarks
    Konigsallee
  12. Day 12

    Düsseldorf to Bruges

    Düsseldorf to Bruges

    Included Activities

    • Walking tour of Bruges with local guide including Belfry of Bruges
    Landmarks
    Belfry of Bruges
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  13. Day 13

    Bruges

    Bruges
    Meals
    Dinner (Flemish cuisine at local restaurant)

    Included Activities

    • Dinner at local restaurant with Flemish cuisine

    Optional Activities

    • Canal cruise through Bruges
    • Beer and chocolate tasting with local guide
    • Climb Belfry Tower (366 steps)
    Landmarks
    Belfry Tower
  14. Day 14

    Bruges to Brussels

    Bruges to Brussels
    Meals
    Breakfast

    Included Activities

    • Guided walking tour of Brussels including Grand Place
    Landmarks
    Grand Place
  15. Day 15

    Brussels

    Brussels
    Meals
    Breakfast
    Landmarks
    Brussels Airport

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    Since 2009, the Scenic Ruby has been sailing on European waters, carrying up to 167 travellers through mesmerizing landscapes while provi… Read more
    Built
    2009 (refurbished 2013)
    Guests
    167
    Crew
    53
    Length
    135m
    Staterooms
    84
    Gross Tonnage
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    Overall Good. Staff service was generally excellent. F&B was good. Excursions could be improved.

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