Mother and son traveling. We'd need two rooms. son works until 12/22. Could he join on the 23rd.

We have reached out to the operator to see if your son can join on the 23rd Dec 2023. The operator has advised that it would be possible for the second passenger to board the ship on Day 4 in Wittenberg - in the morning. However, river cruise schedules are always subject to change due to the weather, water levels, etc.

I would like to book Christmas on the Elbe, from Dec. 20 to 26, but for THIS YEAR, not for 2024. is there any availability?

For this cruise here, there are no dates in December 2024. However, we do have many amazing cruises on the Elbe in December 2023.

Do people get seasick on the trip?

Your chances of getting motion sickness on river cruises is much smaller because there's less motion. On the rivers, you're not dealing with ocean waves and currents. But for most rivers in the US and Europe, the motion felt on the boats is significantly reduced.

Interested Departure Date: Tuesday 20 December, 2022

Cabin category A on the Main Deck is completely sold out. We have quoted pricing in cabin category B on the main deck. The price is USD $2202 for 1 traveller in a 1 x 2 adjustable Twin Beds Cabin Category B(14 m², high opening window) located on the main deck onboard the MS Elbe Princesse departing on 20 Dec, 2022.

Christmas on the Elbe

7 days

•

From Berlin to Dresden

4.3

463 traveler reviews

View all
View all

No departure dates available

No dates, no problem! Subscribe to our newsletter to receive:

Travel inspiration for similar adventures
Alerts of the newest adventure deals

Plan your adventure:

Operator: CroisiEurope River Cruises
River Cruise: Scenic waterways and effortless exploration
Group Tour: Join a group and forge lifelong friendships
Partially Guided: Independent travel, featuring selected guided excursions
Low Intensity: Travelers can expect some light physical activities
Guided in English
Group Size 30 - 160
All Ages Welcome

Image of a map showing the route of the tour

Itinerary

Day 1
Embarkation
Meals
Dinner
Included Activities
- Welcome cocktail and crew introduction
- Dinner
Day 2
Sanssouci Park - Magdeburg
Meals
Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Guided tour of Berlin
- Berlin Christmas market visit
- Visit to New Palace at Sanssouci Park
- Breakfast
- Lunch
- Dinner
Landmarks
New Palace
Sanssouci Park
Day 3
Magdeburg
Meals
Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Morning river cruise
- Guided tour of Magdeburg
- Visit to Magdeburg Christmas market
- Breakfast
- Lunch
- Dinner
Landmarks
Magdeburg
Day 4
Meissen
Meals
Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner (Gala dinner and evening)
Included Activities
- Guided tour of Lutherstadt Wittenberg
- Visit to Wittenberg city center
- Cruising to Meissen
- Gala dinner and evening
- Breakfast
- Lunch
- Dinner
Landmarks
Lutherstadt Wittenberg
Day 5
Dresden
Meals
Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner (Christmas Eve dinner including wine)
Included Activities
- Guided tour of Meissen
- Visit to Meissen Christmas market
- Cruising to Dresden
- Christmas Eve dinner with wine
- Midnight Mass in Dresden
- Breakfast
- Lunch
- Dinner
Landmarks
Meissen
Day 6
Dresden
Meals
Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Christmas Day services at Dresden Frauenkirche (optional attendance)
- Guided walking tour of Dresden
- Concert - Symphony of Johann Sebastian Bach at Dresden Frauenkirche
- Breakfast
- Lunch
- Dinner
Landmarks
Dresden Frauenkirche
Day 7
Disembarkation
Meals
Breakfast (Buffet breakfast)
Included Activities
- Buffet breakfast

Landmarks
New Palace
Sanssouci Park

Landmarks
Magdeburg

Landmarks
Lutherstadt Wittenberg

Landmarks
Meissen

Landmarks
Dresden Frauenkirche

What's Included

Expand All

Accommodation
Guide
Meals
Additional Services
Transport

What's Not Included

Flights
Insurance
Optional
Additional Services

Operated by

CroisiEurope River Cruises

4.3

(463 reviews)

Number of tours

555

Age Range

1 to 99 years old

Response time

within 2 days

Response rate

92%

When river cruising was a privilege for the wealthy, CroisiEurope developed...

Sustainability Initiatives

Reduce Carbon Emissions

Supporting Destinations

Other

Your Peace of Mind Options

Cancellation Policy

A transparent overview of applicable fees.

Travel Insurance

Be covered for any unforseen circumstances.

CroisiEurope River Cruises Ship

MS Elbe Princesse
Elbe Princess is the latest reason CroisieEurope is and should be proud of. Built in 2016 with a cutting-edge design, ceiling-to-floor wi… Read more
Built
2016
Guests
79
Crew
15
Length
95.4m
Width
10.5m
Staterooms
40
Electricity
220v
Staterooms / Suites Deck Plans Dining

Reviews from other tours by CroisiEurope River Cruises

Tour Operator
4.3

Stephen
November 3rd, 2025
4
generally food and accomodations were average to good. tiny cabins with separate beds and small bathroom/shower stall.
Vanessa
October 23rd, 2025
4
On a number of excursions, an English speaking tour guide was not provided.
Tony
January 7th, 2026
4
Food excellent, staff good, entertainment good but restricted by long service time of meals; by the time meal was...
Show more