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Rhine and Moselle Christmas Markets

2026

River Cruise

Rhine and Moselle Christmas Markets

Rhine and Moselle Christmas Markets

Beautiful sights and idyllic Christmas markets wait to greet you along the Rhine and Moselle rivers during the festive season. Glide along Amsterdam’s network of canals. Enjoy the magic of Christmas in Strasbourg, the capital of Alsace. Discover Cochem in the Moselle Valley, sprinkled with a thousand twinkling lights.

8 Days River Cruise

Itinerary

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Amsterdam to Basel

8 days / 7 night River Cruise

Day 1

Arrive Amsterdam

Day 2

Amsterdam

Day 3

Cologne

Insider Experiences

Day 4

Cochem

Day 5

Rüdesheim 

Day 6

Strasbourg

Insider Experiences

Day 7

Breisach

Day 8

Disembark Ship, Depart Basel

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Trip Inclusions

Discover the inclusions provided on your tour, ensuring a stress-free journey where every detail is taken care of.

Seven nights cruising on a Travelmarvel river ship
Services of a Travelmarvel  Cruise Director and local guides
20 meals – 7 breakfasts, 6 lunches and 7 dinners
Onboard water stations, plus tea and coffee, soft drinks, beer and local wine during lunch and dinner on your cruise
Transfers, port charges and tipping
Explore seven towns, villages and cities
Stroll through Cologne’s Christmas market, backdropped by the iconic Kolner Dom Cathedral
Discover Moselle wines at a historic family winery near Cochem

Tour Highlights

These are carefully crafted experiences designed to take your holiday from amazing to extraordinary.

Cologne Christmas market with Cologne Cathedral at dusk - Cologne, North Rhine-Westphalia, Germany
two glasses of hot mulled wine with spices and sliced orange on wooden background. close up

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.

This picture was taken early in the morning in the canals of Amsterdam. With no boats yet moving on the canals and little wind the reflections are almost perfect.
This is a photo of the beautiful old town of Amsterdam. It was shot on the Amstel river on a warm summer day with few clouds.

Amsterdam Canal Tour

Cruise along the picturesque canals of Amsterdam in a sleek, glass-covered boat, offering a unique perspective of the city’s historic architecture and charming bridges. Glide through the serene waterways, passing vibrant neighbourhoods and hidden gems, while immersing yourself in the city’s rich cultural heritage.

Cologne Cathedral

Visit magnificent Cologne Cathedral, a UNESCO World Heritage site. Towering above the city, its intricate spires and stunning stained-glass windows are a testament to centuries of craftsmanship. Step inside to marvel at the vast, soaring interior, where light filters through vibrant windows, casting a kaleidoscope of colours across the stone floors. This architectural wonder has stood as a symbol of Cologne’s rich history and devotion for over 700 years.

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Discover Cochem

Discover Cochem with a visit to the fairytale-like castle. Perched high above the Moselle River, the castle offers panoramic views of the surrounding vineyards and rolling hills. Wander through its medieval halls and towers, where you can imagine the centuries of history, and explore beautifully restored rooms that evoke the charm and elegance of bygone eras.

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Christmas markets

Fill your Christmas stockings and experience some of the most charming Christmas markets found along the Rhine and Moselle rivers.

Christmas tree and xmas market at Kleber Square at night  in medieval city of Strasbourg - capital of Noel, Alsace, France.
Strasbourg, France. Christmas Market in Petite France old district of Strassburg in Alsace.

Strasbourg Christmas Culinary Tour

Savour the festive atmosphere as you stroll through Strasbourg on a guided tour, taking in the city’s charming Christmas markets and historic sights.

What's On Board

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Cruise Aboard Travelmarvel's State-of-the-art River Ships

Travelmarvel’s latest fleet of European river ships shines bright. Named after the most luminous stars in European skies, every inch of these contemporary vessels has been custom-designed for your enjoyment.

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Trip Extensions

More days means more to discover, with extension packages you can add before or after your cruise. Enjoy additional days to explore your embarkation or disembarkation city, or see a new destination altogether with a choice of exciting cities.

What our customers are saying

What a great way to see some amazing scenery, learn some incredible history and walk in the steps of ancients. I would recommend this tour and this company to everyone i speak to.

The food was outstanding, the rooms very comfortable - everything was wonderful. There were great sight seeing trips and the guides were very knowledgeable.

Weather was glorious, food was like Masterchef every night and the team were very friendly and welcoming.

Thank you for ensuring everything from the major to the minor details were so thoroughly covered so that a perfectly smooth holiday flowed for us...

Thank you for making our first European trip so memorable. We will treasure our memories.

Each one of (our Tour Guides) was great, knew their area and history and were very approachable.

Frequently Asked Questions

Trip Notes

  • Itinerary, inclusions and pricing are subject to change

  • Prices are for land/cruise only. Flights are not included unless specified 

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