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Cruise Segment of Itinerary
Wednesday - Nov 24, 2027
Day 1
Dusseldorf, Germany
Join your ship in Dusseldorf and settle in ahead of your Rhine river cruise. After meeting your crew and fellow travelers, enjoy your first dinner on board as the ship begins its leisurely journey.
Thursday - Nov 25, 2027
Day 2
Cologne, Germany
Explore Cologne's old town on a walking tour with your Experience Director and Experience Manager. You'll see the city's UNESCO World Heritage-listed cathedral and visit its Christmas markets, known for their regional crafts, hearty food, and local traditions. There's time to discover more on your own or join an optional visit to the Michael Schumacher Private Collection. Another option takes you behind the scenes of Cologne's Kolsch beer culture. Back in the heart of the city, the markets offer plenty to experience - from seasonal snacks to local music and handmade gifts. ... Read More
Friday - Nov 26, 2027
Day 3
Koblenz, Germany
Rudesheim, Germany
Get to know Koblenz with a local specialist who'll guide you through the city's old town and landmarks, including the Deutsches Eck, where the Rhine and Moselle meet. The Christmas market fills the streets with its twinkling lights, perfect for browsing local treats and gifts. Later, relax on board as the ship sails through the scenic Middle Rhine, passing castles and vineyard-covered hills. Arrive in Rudesheim in time to join an Optional Experience wine tasting at Eberbach Monastery, a chance to sample local vintages in one of the region's most atmospheric historic settings. ... Read More
Saturday - Nov 27, 2027
Day 4
Rudesheim, Germany
Mainz, Germany
Climb aboard the Winzerexpress, a mini-train that winds through the vineyards and cobbled lanes of Rudesheim. Travel past timber-framed houses dressed for the season as you ride from the old town to panoramic hilltop views. At the Rudesheim Christmas Market, stalls showcase local crafts, handmade ornaments, and festive treats from across Europe. Then, join the Breuer family at their traditional weingasthaus for a Be My Guest experience featuring a lunch of seasonal dishes, local wine, and live music. After a scenic sail from Rudesheim, enjoy a guided stroll through Mainz Christmas market with your Experience Director and Experience Manager, a chance to explore warming drinks and seasonal stalls set against the backdrop of the city's cathedral. ... Read More
Sunday - Nov 28, 2027
Day 5
Speyer, Germany
Spend the day your way in Speyer, with two included experiences to choose from, depending on your interests. You can join a local specialist for a walking tour through one of Germany's oldest cities, known for its Romanesque cathedral and charming Christmas market. Or choose a Make Travel Matter Experience with a visit to Doktorenhof, a private vinegar estate where centuries-old methods meet local passion. Taste artisanal vinegars and learn how this family-run operation supports biodiversity and tradition. In the afternoon, you can enjoy an Optional Experience visit to Heidelberg. Its riverside setting, historic old town, and festive market stalls make it a seasonal favorite. Back on board, the ship sets course for Strasbourg. ... Read More
Monday - Nov 29, 2027
Day 6
Strasbourg, France
Get to know Strasbourg on a walking tour with a local specialist. From half-timbered houses to the city's soaring cathedral, the old town blends history with festive cheer. Explore the Strasbourg Christmas market, one of the oldest in Europe, known for its handcrafted ornaments and regional delicacies. If you'd like to venture further, choose an Optional Experience to sample wines at a local winery before exploring the Christmas markets of Obernai. ... Read More
Wander through the Christmas market in the historic old town, filled with Swiss crafts, warming drinks, and festive stalls beneath the spires of Barfusserkirche. For those keen to see more, an Optional Experience to Lucerne reveals one of Switzerland's most picturesque cities. See the Chapel Bridge and Lion Monument, stroll through the old town's painted facades, and browse for classic Swiss souvenirs - from fine chocolate to precision watches. ... Read More
Your festive journey along the Rhine comes to an end in Basel. After breakfast, it's time to say goodbye to your crew and fellow travelers as you disembark, taking home special memories of Europe's Christmas markets and riverside charm.
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