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Christmas Markets on the Rhine
Amsterdam to Basel
December 15-22, 2027
What to Expect
Join for one of Europe's most magical holiday traditions as we sail the Rhine River aboard AmaWaterways during the heart of the Christmas market season.
Over eight unforgettable days, we'll cruise through four countries—Switzerland, France, Germany, and the Netherlands—visiting charming riverside towns and storybook cities dressed in twinkling lights, festive decorations, and the warmth of the holiday season. Each day brings a new destination filled with centuries-old Christmas markets, local crafts, mulled wine, seasonal treats, and the unmistakable charm that makes Europe at Christmas so special.
You'll unpack just once while waking up each morning in a new destination, docked just steps from the historic city centers. Spend your days exploring festive markets, medieval old towns, castles, cathedrals, and cozy cafés before returning to the comfort of the ship each evening.
On board, you'll enjoy AmaWaterways' award-winning service, beautifully appointed staterooms, gourmet dining inspired by the regions we visit, complimentary wine and beer with lunch and dinner, and a welcoming atmosphere that perfectly complements the festive spirit of the season.
Itinerary
Day 1: Welcome to Amsterdam!
Welcome to the Netherlands! After arriving in Amsterdam, you'll board our luxurious AmaWaterways ship and settle into your stateroom before we begin our Christmas markets journey.
Enjoy dinner on board and toast to an unforgettable week ahead.
What's Included
INCLUSIONS
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Seven nights aboard an award-winning AmaWaterways luxury river ship
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Elegant accommodations with daily housekeeping
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All onboard meals, from breakfast through dinner, featuring locally inspired cuisine
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Complimentary wine, beer, and soft drinks with lunch and dinner
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Daily guided sightseeing tours in each destination, with multiple activity levels to choose from
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Complimentary use of onboard bicycles (weather permitting)
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High-speed Wi-Fi throughout the ship
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Gratuities for the ship's crew ($500 BONUS exclusive to Exploroholic)
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Pre-departure planning resources and personalized travel support before your trip
EXCLUSIONS
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Beverages not indicated (A full bar is available on board)
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International flights, pre and post stays, transfers, and insurance (We can help you to arrange any and all of these!)
Your Home on the Rhine
Your home for the week will be one of AmaWaterways' award-winning luxury river ships, designed to combine elegant accommodations with the warm, intimate atmosphere that makes river cruising so special.
With fewer than 160 guests on board, you'll enjoy a relaxed, boutique hotel experience where personalized service quickly becomes one of the highlights of the journey. Spacious lounges, beautifully appointed staterooms, panoramic views from nearly every corner of the ship, and exceptional dining create an atmosphere that feels both luxurious and welcoming.
Between ports, spend time sipping coffee in the lounge, relaxing on the sun deck as castles drift by, enjoying locally inspired cuisine in the Main Restaurant or The Chef's Table specialty restaurant, or unwinding with a cocktail before dinner. Every detail has been thoughtfully designed so that the journey between destinations is just as memorable as the destinations themselves.
Costs + Fine Print
Book with Exploroholic to get an additional $500 off per stateroom PLUS crew gratuities included (an additional $500 value)
Trip Cost: From $3,579 per person (double occupancy)
Deposit: $400 per person
The deposit is nonrefundable. The remaining balance is nonrefundable within 60 days of departure. We highly recommend travel insurance for this reason and will be happy to provide options for that for you after booking.
