Rhine Christmas Markets

Christmas markets delight

Admire festive decorations and twinkling lights along streets and squares – even your Scenic Space-Ship will be decked out in all the Christmas finery.

Delight in the charms of a European Christmas as you cruise along the Rhine. Visit captivating Strasbourg, take in the spa resort town of Baden-Baden, and explore Heidelberg Castle. Marvel at the World Heritage-listed Rhine Gorge, explore Cologne’s Christmas markets, and discover the canals of Amsterdam.

Throughout your journey, you will be enchanted by the magical traditions of Christmas, including the fragrant aroma of glühwein, the warmth of roasted chestnuts and bustling markets bursting with festive excitement.

Day 01 Zurich > Basel

Raise your glass to the marvellous cruise ahead of you at this evening’s welcome reception. Your journey into wonder is about to begin.

Meals: D

Day 02

Kehl > Strasbourg

Enjoy a guided tour of Strasbourg, where you’ll have the opportunity to stroll through the Old Town with its half-timbered houses and distinctive Alsatian winstubs. Afterwards, during free time, you might wish to explore the stalls of Strasbourg’s Christkindelsmärkt, one of the largest Christmas markets in Europe.

Meals: B.L.D

Day 03 Rastatt f

Today journey by coach from Rastatt to charming BadenBaden, a popular spa town located on the edge of the Black Forest, famous for its Roman baths.

Freechoice: Join a guided tour of this picturesque town and learn of its rich heritage, afterwards you will have free time to visit the delightful Christmas Markets that occupy the Lichtentaler Allee or relax with a visit to a rejuvenating thermal spa.

Meals: B.L.D

Day 04

Mannheim fe

Freechoice: Join a local guide on a historic tour of Heidelberg and visit the Renaissance castle. The castle ruins are among the most important Renaissance structures north of the Alps or join a guided orientation tour of Heidelberg, followed by free time to wander the lively Christmas Markets of the city. Alternatively, take a short drive through vine covered landscapes to the wine region of Bad Durkheim, where you will taste a selection of the exceptional wines on offer at the historic Fitz Ritter vineyard.

Enrich

Enjoy a private evening concert at the magnificent Schwetzingen Palace. With a history that dates back to 1350, the palace is a stunning architectural masterpiece. It’ll be an evening of grandeur unlike any other, and a chance to create memories you’ll cherish for a lifetime.

Meals: B.L.D

Day 05

Koblenz f

One of Germany’s oldest cities is turned into a Christmas paradise in the advent season.

Freechoice: Take a guided tour of Koblenz, which straddles two of Europe’s most beautiful rivers. Six tranquil places in the old part of the city offer more than 100 glittering, festive, cottage-style stands and Lebkuchenherzen – traditional gingerbread hearts – to create a magical European Christmas experience. Alternatively, discover Cochem, a true medieval gem on the banks of the Moselle River. You’ll feel as if you’re stepping straight into a fairy tale on a guided tour that culminates in a visit to the iconic Reichsburg Castle.

Meals: B.L.D

Day 06

Cologne

Stroll through Cologne on a guided city tour and get up close to the filigree twin towers of the famous cathedral. Enjoy free time and perhaps visit Cologne Cathedral markets, home to the largest Christmas tree in the Rhineland. Immerse yourself in all the magical scents of Christmas, hot chestnuts, freshly baked gingerbread and mulled wine.

Meals: B.L.D

Day 07

Amsterdam f

This afternoon we will arrive into Amsterdam, a labyrinth of narrow laneways adorned with twinkling lights, canals lined with beautifully preserved 17th century buildings and Christmas trees decorating historic squares await.

Heidelberg, Germany

Freechoice: Experience an iconic cruise of Amsterdam’s canals, or take to the streets with a local guide on a walking tour including a tasting of traditional Dutch festive treats. Alternatively, if you’re feeling more active, join a guided cycling tour outside of the city.

Meals: B.L.D

Day 08 Amsterdam

Say farewell to Amsterdam after breakfast, taking a lifetime of wonderful memories with you.

Meals: B

This itinerary is a guide only and may be amended for operational reasons such as high and low water. As such, the cruise may operate altered from that stated above. Please refer to our terms and conditions on pages 136-139.

10 Scenic Freechoice Excursions including 1 Active, Your Way

1 Moments, Masters & Music

3 Interactive Encounters

See pages 34-39 for details.

Extend your journey

Combine this cruise with an extension to Switzerland Please see page 105 or visit scenic.ca/river-cruises/extensions

Truly all-inclusive ultra-luxury cruising in a class of its own

10 Scenic Freechoice plus 1 Scenic Enrich event

Premium beverages^ all day with mini-bar restocked daily

Spacious suites with butler service and Wi-Fi

All tipping and gratuities on board and onshore

All on board meals in world-class dining venues

Return airport transfers

2024 Pricing And Special Offers

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Strictly Limited Super Earlybird Offers‡: Full payment is due 10 months prior to departure date or at time of booking, if the booking is made within 10 months of departure date. Economy Airfare~ offer is up to the flight value of $1,800pp. Alternate Air Credit savings available. Deposit of $500 per person is required within 2 days of booking. #‡~≈ Offers are subject to availability and not available on all departures and suites ≤ Cruise operates in reverse. ^Except for a very small number of fine and vintage wines, Champagne and spirits. All prices per person, twin share, in CAD and include taxes and charges. Not all suite types are available on all Space-Ships. Single supplement available on application. For all terms and conditions please refer to pages 136-139 or visit scenic.ca/terms-and-conditions.

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