Holiday Markets Cruise ~ The Festive Rhine River
Dec. 6 - 14, 2026
Explore joyful holiday markets aglow with twinkling lights and yuletide cheer.
Admire the picturesque Rhine Gorge and enjoy a special musical performance in Heidelberg’s charming old town while you taste seasonal treats and shop for handmade treasures.
Highlights
- Celebrate yuletide traditions in festive, cozy markets filled with twinkling lights and handmade treasures.
- Enjoy the sounds of carolers and bells, plus the scents of pine and roasted chestnuts.
- Visit Heidelberg’s castle and experience a special musical performance in the picturesque old town.
- Admire Cologne’s spectacular cathedral and explore Freiburg, a lively university city.
- Customize excursions in Breisach, Strasbourg, Rüdesheim and Düsseldorf with wine tastings, culinary tours or cultural experiences.
- Aboard a first-class, exclusively chartered ship, marvel at the scenic Rhine Gorge while sipping warm, spiced Glühwein.
- Solo-traveler friendly! No single supplement.
Activity Level: Moderate
Moderate amount of walking required. Typically, two to three miles a day, often uphill, on uneven terrain and/or with multiple stairs. Requires the ability to board a ship and motor coach without assistance.
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