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Christmas Markets on the Rhine 2027

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From Basel to Amsterdam
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  • Evening canal side view with cafes and outdoor seating.
  • Festive Christmas ornaments hanging in a market.
  • Nighttime canal scene with illuminated bridges.
  • Decorated Christmas tree in a city square at night.
  • Busy street with Christmas decorations and lights.
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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
    Breakfast
  2. Day 2

    Breisach

    Meals
    Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

    Included Activities

    • Visit Christmas Markets in Breisach
    • Explore Colmar

    Optional Activities

    • Cycle through scenic countryside
    Landmarks
    Colmar
  3. Day 3

    Strasbourg - Baden-Baden

    Meals
    Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

    Included Activities

    • Visit Christkindselsmarkt (Christmas Market)
    • Walk through Grande Île, UNESCO World Heritage Site
    • Explore La Petite France district
    • Visit Cathédrale de Notre Dame and see the astronomical clock
    • Visit Baden-Baden Christmas Markets

    Optional Activities

    • Explore Strasbourg districts by bicycle
    Landmarks
    Cathédrale de Notre-Dame de Strasbourg
    La Petite France
    Grande Île
    Baden-Baden
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  4. Day 4

    Ludwigshafen - Rüdesheim

    Meals
    Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

    Included Activities

    • Sail to Rüdesheim

    Optional Activities

    • Visit Heidelberg and Christmas markets
    • Hike the Philosopher's Path
    • Bike along the Neckar River to Ladenburg
    • Discover Speyer and its Christmas markets
    • Taste Rüdesheim sweet wine
    • Try Rücksheimer coffee
    Landmarks
    Heidelberg
    Neckar River Valley
    Ladenburg
    Speyer
    Rüdesheim
  5. Day 5

    Rüdesheim - Rhine Gorge - Lahnstein

    Meals
    Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

    Included Activities

    • Scenic cruise through Rhine Gorge with views of historic castles
    • Guided tour of Lahneck Castle

    Optional Activities

    • Visit Siegfried's Mechanical Instrument Cabinet
    • Guided bike tour through Rüdesheim and along the Rhine River
    • Hike through the vineyards
    • Take gondola ride above the town
    Landmarks
    Siegfried's Mechanical Instrument Cabinet
    Rhine Gorge
    Lahneck Castle
  6. Day 6

    Monheim - Cologne - Düsseldorf

    Meals
    Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

    Included Activities

    • Guided tour of Cologne Old Town
    • Visit Cologne Christmas Market
    • Walking tour of Düsseldorf
    • Visit Düsseldorf Christmas Market

    Optional Activities

    • Full-day Cologne excursion with ample free time
    • Bike tour of Düsseldorf
    Landmarks
    Cologne Rathaus
    Fishmarkt
    Great St. Martin Church
  7. Day 7

    Utrecht - Amsterdam

    Meals
    Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

    Included Activities

    • Cruise Amsterdam canals

    Optional Activities

    • Walking tour of Utrecht
    • Beer tasting tour in Utrecht
    • Taste local specialties at Amsterdam's grand cafés
    Landmarks
    Amsterdam Canals
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  8. Day 8

    Amsterdam

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AmaWaterways Ship

  • AmaStella Old
    AmaStella Old
    Experience the brilliance of AmaStella, a standout in the AmaWaterways fleet. The AmaStella is a luxurious river cruise ship renowned for it… Read more
    Capacity
    Built
    2016
    Guests
    156
    Crew
    50
    Length
    443 ft
    Width
    38 ft
    Suites
    Staterooms
    78
    Registry
    Switzerland
    Gross Tonnage
    15800 gt
    Electricity
    Beam
    Cruising Speed
    15 kn / 17 mph / 28 kmh
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    We enjoyed the New Year AMA cruise,especially the food,the pleasant ambiance on the boat and the friendly staff....
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Tour ID: 321082

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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
  • 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 September 2nd, 2026 a full payment is necessary. For tours departing after September 2nd, 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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