Rhine & Moselle Christmas Markets
Enjoy German hospitality and marvel at the well preserved medieval towns of Bamberg and Wurzburg with this 7-night river cruise.
What’s Included:
- Booking advice from your Travel Escapes travel advisor
- 7 nights onboard the Travelmarvel Capella river cruiser based on two sharing
- 7 breakfasts, 6 lunches and 7 dinners
- Complimentary soft drinks, beer and local wine with all meals
- Sightseeing Tours included
- Gratuities and local taxes included
- Return flights from Dublin with 20kg check-in bag per person
- All Airport taxes, charges, and transfers
CRUISE HIGHLIGHTS
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Cologne Christmas Market
Be immersed in the festive spirit with a visit to the Cologne’s impressive Christmas market, backdropped by the iconic Kolner Dom Cathedral. Here, you’ll have the chance to sample mulled wine.
Schlagkamp Winery
Take a scenic drive to the Schlagkamp Winery. Upon arrival, enjoy a sampling of five typical wines of the region. The owner will take you through the intricacies of each wine and share insights into Moselle viticulture. Later, explore the in-house wine cellar museum and depart with a special souvenir.
Prices
| Dates | Cabin Type | Price | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 25 Nov 2025 | Amsterdam to Basel | €2295 | Enquire Now |
| 02 Dec 2025 | Basel to Amsterdam | €2295 | Enquire Now |
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Booking Remarks
Optional insurance (conditions apply)A non-refundable, non-transferable booking deposit of 15% is required. Full payment if departure within 16 weeks.
Holidays & offers are subject to availability at the time of booking
These prices are guidelines only and are subject to change and availability. Pricing will be confirmed at time of booking.
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Good to Know
Itinerary
Amsterdam, Netherlands
Fly from Dublin and arrive in Amsterdam, where you will be met and transferred to your river ship. Perhaps take a stroll to the Ice Village Christmas Market and pick up some traditional Dutch Christmas treats, before meeting your Cruise Director and fellow passengers during a Welcome Reception.
Stay: Seven nights, aboard your Travelmarvel river ship
Daily:· Dinner
Amsterdam, Netherlands
With historic houses lining its banks and studded with low bridges, Amsterdam’s network of 17th-century canals lends the city its nickname – ‘The Venice of the North’. Today, you’ll board a glass-top boat and glide past the city’s waterside sights with a local guide. Back on land, enjoy some free time to explore before saying goodbye to Amsterdam. Later on tonight, enjoy a special Captain’s Welcome Dinner on board.
Daily:· Breakfast· Lunch· Dinner
Cologne, Germany
Having entered Germany, arrive in Cologne and be met by the magnificent Cologne Cathedral on the bank of the Rhine. You will disembark your ship here, learning on a guided tour about the famous twin spires of this landmark cathedral, which took over six centuries to complete.
Insider Experience – Cologne Christmas Market
Be immersed in the festive spirit with a visit to the city’s impressive Christmas market, backdropped by the iconic Kolner Dom Cathedral. Here, you’ll have the chance to sample mulled wine and some local delicacies.
Daily:· Breakfast· Lunch· Dinner
Cochem, Germany
Sit back and soak up the scenery as your ship gently meanders through some of prettiest stretches along the Moselle River. Pass landscapes of lush vineyards and rolling hills, and disembark in the pretty town of Cochem in the Moselle Valley.
Explore the narrow alleyways with their half-timbered houses and visit the magnificent Cochem Castle. Perched on a hill overlooking the beautiful Moselle River, this castle could be straight from the pages of a fairytale. Cochem’s Christmas market is just as idyllic as the town itself. The town goes to great length to decorate festively and create seasonal flair for those that visit.
Daily:· Breakfast· Lunch· Dinner
Rüdesheim am Rhein, Germany
Cruise through the Rhine Gorge – considered the most beautiful section of the Rhine River. Dock in Rüdesheim and ride the Winzerexpress mini-train through the town to Siegfried’s Mechanical Musical Instrument Museum. Here, discover a magnificent collection of automated musical instruments. Follow the scent of gingerbread to the Old Town where you’ll find Rüdesheim’s charming Christmas market in full swing. Be sure to call in on the famous Käthe Wohlfahrt Christmas store for decorations and gifts.
Daily:· Breakfast· Lunch· Dinner
Strasbourg, France
Arrive in Strasbourg, the Alsatian city that straddles the border between France and Germany. Discover the picturesque sites on a guided tour and enjoy the pretty scenery. You will also have time to explore the Christkindelsmärik Christmas market, the oldest in France. More than 300 chalet-style stalls are strung throughout the city’s historic district with a towering Christmas tree at its centre. If you’re feeling peckish, this is the perfect opportunity to taste some local treats.
Daily:· Breakfast· Lunch· Dinner
Breisach, Germany
Disembark in Breisach to explore the Black Forest region. Travel by coach, on a scenic drive through Kaiserstuhl and Karlsplatz to the Freiburg Christmas Markets where you will enjoy a gingerbread tasting.
Return to your river ship where the gourmet delights continue as you indulge in a sumptuous Farewell Dinner.
Daily:· Breakfast· Lunch· Dinner
Basel, Switzerland
After breakfast on board, disembark and be transferred to Basel airport for your return flight to Dublin.
Daily:· Breakfast
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