7-Nights Cruise the Rhine to Europe's Christmas Markets - Small Group Journeys from $8,495

Abercrombie & Kent

OFFER ID 1692661

Little changed throughout the centuries, the holiday traditions of France and Germany harken back to the true spirit of the season. Celebrate these timeless European traditions on a festive Rhine cruise as you browse atmospheric Christmas markets, explore the historic streets of Strasbourg and Cologne, and sample fine regional wines along the way.

Stroll the streets of Strasbourg, home to one of Europe’s most stylish Christmas markets, and taste wines in the Cave des Hospices, the city’s oldest cellar
Cruise the Rhine River, experiencing exclusive sightseeing in your private small-group vehicle, escorted by your own Resident Tour Director
In Cologne, explore the city’s majestic cathedral, browse its bustling market and sample lebkuchen, a traditional holiday gingerbread
Venture into the Black Forest to visit Freiburg’s market, exploring the small villages of the Alsace wine route along the way
Savor the seasonal wines, cuisine and shopping of Heidelberg

7 nights from $8,495 per person

Valid for new bookings deposited now – January 31, 2027 for travel from Now – April 30, 2027. Please contact your travel advisor for more details.

*Promotion may not be combinable with any other promotions and is subject to availability. Other restrictions may apply.

Featured Destinations

Cologne

Cologne is a city where cathedral spires tower over Germany's oldest city and its innumerable cultural and historical treasures, world-famous museums and active art scene. In Cologne, street music on the Hohe Strasse or galas in the modern opera house; pavement painting on the cathedral concourse or old masters in the Wallraf Richartz Museum; the annual music festival along the inner ring road or carnival in the entire city all becomes synthesized into a vivacious work of art in a cosmopolitan metropolis boasting more than a million inhabitants which has never lost its neighborly character. From venerable breweries offering unique Kolsch beer and typical Cologne delicacies to first-class restaurants - boasting well in excess of 3000 public houses, restaurants and breweries Cologne is one of Germany's leading gastronomic lights. The world feels at home in Cologne, where people meet for a Kolsch, a chat or simply a laugh.

Excursions

Cologne historic city centre (4 - 6 hours)

Bonn

Rudesheim

Heidelberg

Freiburg

Strasbourg

Vacation Details

Valid Date Ranges

12/02/2026 - 12/16/2026

from $8,495 per person

12/02/2027 - 12/18/2027

from $8,995 per person

* This departure has been designated a guaranteed departure by the operator, meaning that the minimum number of guests has been met, although still subject to weather and other conditions.

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from $8,495 per person

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7 Nights

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Luxury

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Advertised price was quoted on 03/12/26. Pricing is dynamic and subject to change based on specific travel dates, room categories and availability. Prices are per person, double occupancy and include internal air where applicable. Holiday surcharge may apply. Departure dates, prices and availability may change at any time. Some restrictions may apply.

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7-Nights Cruise the Rhine to Europe's Christmas Markets - Small Group Journeys from $8,495

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Cologne historic city centre (4 - 6 hours)

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