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Christmas Cruise on the Rhine - AMADEUS Aurea (Cologne - Cologne)

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Start and end in Cologne
4.5
186 traveler reviews
  • Snow-covered trees framing the twin spires of Speyer Cathedral on a crisp winter day.
  • Skyline of Cologne featuring the towering twin spires of the Cathedral and riverside historic buildings.
  • Aerial panorama of Koblenz old town with church spires, rooftops and the confluence of two rivers.
  • Upward angle of Speyer Cathedral’s sandstone facade and tall bell tower set against a partly cloudy sky.
  • Panoramic riverside scene of Strasbourg’s historic quarter with rows of traditional houses and leafy embankment.
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Lueftner Cruises
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
Other languages on request: German
Group Size 20 - 150
Ages 8+
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Itinerary

  1. Day 1

    Cologne

    Meals
    Dinner (Welcome Dinner on board)

    Included Activities

    • Explore AMADEUS ship
    • Welcome Cocktail Reception
    • Welcome Dinner on board
    Landmarks
    AMADEUS Ship
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  2. Day 2

    Koblenz

    Meals
    Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

    Included Activities

    • Guided sightseeing walk in Koblenz
    • Cruise through Upper Middle Rhine Valley with views of Lorelei Rock

    Optional Activities

    • Koblenz walking tour (Package A or B)
    Landmarks
    Lorelei Rock
    Confluent of Mosel and Rhine Rivers
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  3. Day 3

    Speyer

    Meals
    Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner (Christmas dinner on board)

    Included Activities

    • Guided sightseeing tour of Speyer
    • Visit to traditional Christmas market
    • Christmas tree decoration ceremony on board
    • Christmas dinner on board
    • Christmas Mass at Speyer Cathedral (optional attendance)

    Optional Activities

    • Speyer walking tour (Package A or B)
    • Christmas Mass at Speyer Cathedral
    Landmarks
    Speyer Cathedral
    Speyer Christmas Market
    Itinerary Image 1
  4. Day 4

    Speyer - Strasbourg

    Meals
    Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

    Included Activities

    • Explore Strasbourg's half-timbered houses

    Optional Activities

    • Extended Strasbourg city sightseeing tour (Package A or B)
    • Strasbourg canal boat tour (Package A or B)
    Landmarks
    Strasbourg Cathedral
    Itinerary Image 1
  5. Day 5

    Mainz

    Meals
    Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner (Captain's Gala Dinner on board)

    Included Activities

    • Guided sightseeing walk in Mainz
    • Visit to Gutenberg Museum
    • Captain's Gala Dinner on board

    Optional Activities

    • Mainz walking tour with Gutenberg Museum (Package B only)
    Landmarks
    Gutenberg Museum
  6. Day 6

    Cologne

    Meals
    Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

    Included Activities

    • Breakfast on board
    • Fascinating city tour of Cologne
    • Visit to Cologne Cathedral
    • View Roman Dionysus mosaic
    • Dinner on board

    Optional Activities

    • Cologne walking tour and Kölsch tasting (Package A or B)
    Landmarks
    Cologne Cathedral
    Roman Dionysus Mosaic
  7. Day 7

    Cologne

    Meals
    Breakfast

    Included Activities

    • Breakfast on board
    • Disembarkation
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Lueftner Cruises

4.5
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Number of tours

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8 to 99 years old

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within 2 days

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Reviews from other tours by Lueftner Cruises

  • Lisa
    January 19th, 2026
    5.0
    LOved the ship and staff. Activity director seemed a bit overwhelmed at times but I guess that there was a lot of...
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  • KAREN
    December 12th, 2025
    5.0
    DEC 02 - 06 202 - AMADEUS NOVA - JAN, OVI, and TONY - EXCELLENT ABOVE EXPECTATIONS !!!! THE SHIP IS WITHOUT A FLAW...
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  • Mary
    December 10th, 2025
    5.0
    Staff really try to make it an enjoyable trip. Boat and excisions were fine. Food was good.

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