- Double cabin category LDE from £2,295pp
- French Balcony suite from £2,895pp
- Trip Inclusions: Discover the inclusions provided on your tour, ensuring a stress-free journey where every detail is taken care of.
- Return scheduled flights from the UK*
- Seven nights cruising on a Travelmarvel river ship with the 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
- Ride the Winzerexpress mini-train into Rüdesheim and explore its magical Christmas market
- Discover Moselle wines at a historic family winery near Cochem
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Rhine and Moselle Christmas Markets
Travelmarvel River Cruise Ship
8th Dec 26
7 Nights
1
Arrive Basel, Embark Ship
Fly from the UK and on arrival, you will be met and transferred to your river ship. Tonight, after enjoying some time to relax and settle in, enjoy a Captain’s Welcome Reception onboard. You will have the opportunity to get to know your fellow guests and meet your crew.
2
Breisach
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’ll enjoy a gingerbread tasting. Return to your river ship for a Welcome Dinner on board.
3
Strasbourg
Arrive in Strasbourg, the charming Alsatian city that straddles the border between France and Germany. Fairytale houses line cobblestone streets, while canals weave through the city, with Strasbourg Cathedral dominating the World Heritage-listed city centre. Discover its picturesque sights on a guided tour, taking in the stunning scenery.
4
Rüdesheim
Continue cruising through one of the highlights of your holiday – the Rhine Gorge, a stretch of river renowned by locals as the most beautiful section of the Rhine. Watch in awe as steep slopes, blanketed in vineyards and dotted with ancient castles, drift by. Your ship will then dock in Rüdesheim, a charming wine town nestled along the Rhine. Here, the Winzerexpress mini-train will take you through the town to Siegfried’s Mechanical Musical Instrument Museum, home to one of Germany’s most fascinating collections of automated musical instruments.
Follow the scent of gingerbread to the heart of the Old Town, where Rüdesheim’s enchanting Christmas market is in full swing. Be sure to stop by the famous Käthe Wohlfahrt Christmas store, where you'll find the perfect festive decorations and gifts.
5
Cochem
Sit back and soak up the scenery as you cruise through some of Europe’s prettiest stretches along the Moselle River. Disembark in the quaint 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 fairy tale. Cochem’s Christmas market is just as idyllic as the town itself, which goes to great lengths to decorate festively and create seasonal flair for those who visit.
6
Cologne
Having entered Germany, arrive in Cologne and be met by the magnificent Cologne Cathedral on the banks of the Rhine. You will disembark here, learning on a guided tour about the famous twin spires of this landmark cathedral, which took over six centuries to complete. Later on tonight, enjoy the Captain’s Farewell Dinner on board.
7
Amsterdam
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 will 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 the city’s Ice Village Christmas market at your leisure. Pick up some traditional Dutch Christmas foods and marvel at the magical display of lights strung alongside the canals.
8
Disembark Ship, Depart Amsterdam
After breakfast, disembark and be transferred to Amsterdam airport for your onward flight to the UK.
Why Book
Travelmarvel River Cruise Ship
Overview
Travelmarvel's world-class fleet of three Contemporary Class European Gems river ships let you cruise Europe's rivers in comfort and style. Step aboard your floating hotel, unpack and settle into your home-away-from-home, and wake up each day to an exciting new destination. Each morning begins with an English-style breakfast, lunch offers a casual sit-down option, and dinner is a multi-course affair. Admire the breathtaking river views from the Main Lounge and Bar, or head to the Sun Deck for some fresh air. Feel confident you're in expert hands with Travelmarvel's Cruise Directors, Entertainment and Activities Coordinator, and expert, English-speaking local guides. Onboard water stations, tea and coffee, soft drink, beer, and local wine during lunch and dinner; and also transfers, port charges, and tipping are all included.
Terms & Conditions
All prices are in pound sterling (£), per person, based on twin share or solo occupancy as specified, with savings included in the advertised price. Offers valid on new bookings made between 18 December 2025 and 1 October 2026. Subject to change or withdrawal at any time. Offers are not combinable with any other promotion unless explicitly stated. A non-refundable deposit is required within seven days of booking confirmation to secure the holiday. Final payment is due 100 days prior to departure. Standard amendment and cancellation fees apply. Rates correct as of 8th December 2025 and subject to change without notice. Full booking conditions available at travelmarvel.com and aptouring.com
Rhine and Moselle Christmas Markets
FROM £2,295PP
Travelmarvel River Cruise Ship
8th Dec 26
7 Nights
From
£2,295PP
