A River Cruise Through the Heart of the Holidays
Step aboard an Emerald Cruises river journey and experience the joy, wonder, and timeless charm of Europe’s most enchanting Christmas markets. Wander through storybook towns aglow with twinkling lights, sip mulled wine beneath medieval clock towers, and browse handcrafted treasures as the scent of gingerbread fills the frosty air.
Whether you’re strolling Vienna’s Rathausplatz or admiring the canals of Amsterdam, this is holiday spirit at its purest — and most picturesque.
Choose Your Festive Escape
Christmas Time on the Danube ~ Vienna to Budapest
Christmas Markets on the Rhine ~ Basel to Amsterdam
Christmas Markets of Europe ~ Budapest to Amsterdam
Let the season sparkle — book your Christmas market cruise today.
5 Days
Christmas Time on the Danube
Enjoy the splendor of the Danube at Christmas time with this mini itinerary. Experience the majesty of Budapest, uncover the eastern charm of Bratislava and wander the twinkling festive markets of Vienna.
Vienna > Budapest
Nov - Dec 2025 & Nov 2026
Journey Code EXVB
8 Days
Christmas Markets on the Rhine
Cruise through the heart of Europe’s finest cities, many of which host large traditional Christmas markets. There’s nothing quite like taking a Rhine River cruise at Christmas time, as you’ll be able to take advantage of the hundreds of stalls all selling ideal Christmas presents for the folks back home.
Basel > Amsterdam
Nov - Dec 2026
Journey Code EWXZ
