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Festive Cheer and Rhine Valley Christmas Markets Cruise

Combining a cruise along the mighty Rhine with visits to two of Germany’s most magical Christmas markets, this tour is the perfect way to get into the festive spirit. Taking in the best of this elegant river, including the legendary Lorelei and beautiful scenery of the Rhine Gorge, our first stop is beautiful Koblenz. Immerse yourself in the wonderful atmosphere as you browse cosy stalls brimming with unique gifts, before discovering the impressive city of Cologne and its array of Christmas markets. With fantastic accommodation onboard the MS Johann Strauss, this will be a river cruise to remember.

Your Tour Includes

3 nights cruise on a full-board basis
Services onboard the ship of a Cruise Director & Manager
Welcome drink and Captain’s Gala Dinner
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Itinerary

Please choose your preferred 4 day itinerary

Condense Expand

Local departure by coach or Home Connect service, then to Cologne where we join our ship and enjoy a relaxing evening sailing towards Koblenz.

Included Meals

Light Supper

Enjoy a leisurely morning as we cruise along the mighty Rhine, passing the legendary Lorelei and continuing through the spectacular Rhine Gorge. In the early afternoon, we arrive at Koblenz, the confluence of the Rhine and Moselle rivers. Here we have free time to visit the Koblenz Christmas Market. With over 130 festively decorated wooden stalls offering a range of handmade gifts and Christmas decorations, look around, enjoy a glass of glühwein and listen to the festive music. Alternatively, you can explore the city’s quaint lanes and atmospheric squares filled with beautiful old buildings.

Included Meals

Breakfast
Lunch
Dinner

Included Highlights

Koblenz
Koblenz Christmas Markets

Koblenz Christmas Markets

After breakfast, we cruise up the Rhine and discover the beautiful city of Cologne. The hive of festive activity takes place around the cathedral and the old town, where you will find a maze of pretty stalls offering outstanding arts and crafts. There are also several smaller markets to enjoy, including the Harbour Christmas Markets held on the Rhine, with snowy white pagoda tents reminiscent of a ship’s sails.