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10 Night Christmas Markets on the Rhine Lucerne and Zurich and Land Tour

From Amsterdam to Zurich

Emerald Dawn

Emerald Cruises
4 Stars
  • Cruise #: 14232650
  • Departs: Wed, Nov 24, 2027
  • Returns: Sat, Dec 4, 2027
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    Itinerary Summary

    Tour Features and Highlights

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    Cruise Segment of Itinerary

    Wednesday - Nov 24, 2027
    Day
    1
    Amsterdam, Netherlands
    • Amsterdam, Netherlands
    Welcome to the Netherlands, a postcard-worthy destination of picturesque canals, quintessential cafes, and narrow cobblestone streets that sparkle with fairy lights and Christmas cheer during the festive season. You'll be met at the airport by a member of the friendly greetings team and transferred to your contemporary Emerald Star-Ship. After boarding, you'll have some free time to explore and soak up the festive atmosphere. ...
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    Thursday - Nov 25, 2027
    Day
    2
    Amsterdam, Netherlands
    • Amsterdam, Netherlands
    Spend the day exploring the wintery surrounds. If snow dusts the narrow-cobbled streets, you'll find the Dutch warming up with oliebollen and appelbeignets - traditional deep-fried treats sold from chalet-style stalls that pop up across Amsterdam's many Christmas markets. This evening, join your fellow guests for a welcome dinner onboard. ...
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    Friday - Nov 26, 2027
    Day
    3
    Dusseldorf, Germany
    • Dusseldorf, Germany
    • Cologne, Germany
    Cross the German border and arrive in the vibrant city of Dusseldorf this morning. With its innovative architecture, high-end art scene, and passion for fashion, it's one of the country's most intoxicating cities. It also has a proud tradition of elaborate Christmas decorations, festive celebrations, and various themed Christmas markets. Later, cruise to the 2,000-year-old city of Cologne, where the largest Christmas tree in the Rhineland can be found during the holiday season. The city is home to many Christmas markets, and the most spectacular one sits in front of the twin spires of the Neo-Gothic Cologne Cathedral. Look for stalls selling traditional lebkuchen, a beloved round or heart-shaped type of gingerbread that usually includes honey, cardamom, or candied fruit. ...
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    Saturday - Nov 27, 2027
    Day
    4
    Koblenz, Germany
    • Koblenz, Germany
    Today, arrive in the heart of Koblenz, an ancient city that seems pulled from the pages of a German fairytale. Once a Roman stronghold, Koblenz was established around 8 BC for its strategic value. It's now a modern park- and flower-filled city with a unique blend of historic and contemporary architecture. Later, cruise through the UNESCO World Heritage-listed Rhine Gorge, exemplifying the extraordinary beauty of an area that left the philosophers and artists of the German Romanticism movement entranced. Look out for the iconic Lorelei Rock, where a beautiful siren is said to have lured sailors to their death with her song. ...
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    Sunday - Nov 28, 2027
    Day
    5
    Mannheim, Germany
    • Mannheim, Germany
    Take in the beauty of the heart of the Rhineland, where red-roofed villages line the river and historic castles dot the hills.
    Monday - Nov 29, 2027
    Day
    6
    Strasbourg, France
    • Strasbourg, France
    Arrive in Strasbourg, a city that promises much in the way of beautiful architecture. The UNESCO World Heritage-listed Neustadt district is an iconic example of 19th-century German Imperial architecture. Strasbourg is also at the heart of the Alsace wine region.
    Tuesday - Nov 30, 2027
    Day
    7
    Breisach, Germany
    • Breisach, Germany
    Set high above the Rhine at the point where the Black Forest joins Alsace, Breisach is a charming blend of German and French cultures. The Romanesque-Gothic St Stephen's Church is perched on a volcanic hill and visible from a great distance.
    Wednesday - Dec 1, 2027
    Day
    8
    Basel (Saxon), Switzerland
    • Basel (Saxon), Switzerland
    • Cruise Ends

    Land Segment of Itinerary

    Day 8 - Wednesday - Dec 1, 2027
    Day
    8
    • Bus Travel
    • Lucerne, Switzerland
    Welcome to Switzerland and the riverside city of Basel. This morning, after breakfast, you'll be transferred by motorcoach to Lucerne for your included two-night stay in a centrally-located hotel. Later, meet your fellow guests and tour director for a welcome drink. Famed for its striking Old Town and spectacular lakeside setting, Lucerne perfectly encapsulates a traditional Swiss city with a backdrop of snow-topped mountain ranges. ...
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    Land Segment of Itinerary

    Thursday - Dec 2, 2027
    Day
    9
    Lucerne, Switzerland
    • Lucerne, Switzerland
    Enjoy time at leisure to explore more of this enchanting Swiss city. Perhaps delving deeper into the charming Old Town or taking a stroll along the picturesque shores of Lake Lucerne. You can also choose to join an optional Emerald DiscoverMORE excursion; your tour director will be more than happy to help you plan your explorations in Lucerne. ...
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    Land Segment of Itinerary

    Friday - Dec 3, 2027
    Day
    10
    Lucerne, Switzerland
    • Lucerne, Switzerland
    • Bus Travel
    • Zurich, Switzerland
    This morning, you'll be transferred by motorcoach from Lucerne to the cosmopolitan Swiss city of Zurich for your one-night included hotel stay. Delightful Zurich is renowned for its towering church steeples, winding cobbled lanes, and contemporary center. Upon arrival, enjoy a guided tour of Zurich, followed by time at leisure to explore the city and its delightful lakeside setting and charming Old Town. ...
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    Land Segment of Itinerary

    Saturday - Dec 4, 2027
    Day
    11
    Zurich, Switzerland
    • Zurich, Switzerland
    This morning, after breakfast, it's time to bid farewell to your fellow guests as you depart from your hotel for the transfer to the airport, taking memories of breathtaking natural scenery, Swiss traditions, and medieval splendor with you.


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