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Rhine Christmas Markets 2028 - 8 Days (from Amsterdam to Basel)

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From Amsterdam to Basel
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  • Festive Christmas market with a towering illuminated carousel and snowflakes falling over a crowded square.
  • Couple raise glasses of red wine in celebratory toast by a sunlit riverside window.
  • Elegant table setting with plated gourmet dishes and red and white wine beside a window.
  • A cruise steward in dark uniform presents a tray with porcelain tea set beside white orchids.
  • Map of a Rhine River cruise from Amsterdam to Basel with key stops highlighted.
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River Cruise
Cruise scenic waterways for effortless exploration
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Travelers can expect some light physical activities
Guided in English
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Itinerary

  1. Intro

    Introduction

  2. Day 1

    Amsterdam

    Amsterdam
    Meals
    Dinner (Welcome reception dinner on board)

    Included Activities

    • Board all-inclusive luxury Scenic Space-Ship
    • Welcome reception
    Landmarks
    Amsterdam
  3. Day 2

    Düsseldorf

    Düsseldorf
    Meals
    Breakfast (In Crystal Dining), Lunch, Dinner

    Included Activities

    • Enjoy coffee service in suite
    • Breakfast in Crystal Dining
    • Walking tour of Düsseldorf with local guide
    • Explore Christmas markets (free time)
    Landmarks
    Königsallee
  4. Day 3

    Cologne

    Cologne
    Meals
    Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

    Included Activities

    • Walking tour of Cologne
    • Visit Cologne Cathedral
    • Explore Christmas markets
    Landmarks
    Cologne Cathedral
  5. Day 4

    Rüdesheim

    Rüdesheim
    Meals
    Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

    Included Activities

    • Cruise Rhine Gorge
    • Mini-train transfer from pier to Siegfried's Mechanical Musical Instrument Museum
    • Visit Siegfried's Mechanical Musical Instrument Museum

    Optional Activities

    • Explore Rüdesheim town independently
    Landmarks
    Lorelei Statue
    Siegfried's Mechanical Musical Instrument Museum
  6. Day 5

    Mannheim - Heidelberg

    Mannheim - Heidelberg
    Meals
    Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

    Included Activities

    • Scenic Freechoice: Orientation tour of Heidelberg with free time
    • Scenic Freechoice: Historical tour of Heidelberg including Heidelberg Castle and view of Heidelberg Tun

    Optional Activities

    • Scenic Enrich: Private classical evening concert at Bruchsal Palace with welcome drink
    Landmarks
    Heidelberg Castle
    Heidelberg Old Town
    Bruchsal Palace
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  7. Day 6

    Strasbourg

    Strasbourg
    Meals
    Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

    Included Activities

    • Scenic Freechoice: Guided walking tour of Strasbourg with cathedral and Petit France visit
    • Scenic Freechoice: Alsace Christmas beer brewery visit and tasting

    Optional Activities

    • Explore Christmas markets independently (free time after guided tour)
    Landmarks
    Strasbourg Cathedral
    Petit France
    Place Kléber
  8. Day 7

    Basel (Huningue)

    Basel (Huningue)
    Meals
    Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

    Included Activities

    • Scenic Freechoice: Guided tour of Basel with market visit
    • Scenic Freechoice: Läckerli baking workshop
    Landmarks
    Basel Minster
    Barfüsserplatz
    Münsterplatz
  9. Day 8

    Basel (Huningue) - Departure

    Basel (Huningue) - Departure
    Meals
    Breakfast

    Included Activities

    • Final breakfast onboard

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  • Scenic Ruby
    Scenic Ruby
    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
    2,721
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