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11 Night Rhine Christmas Markets with Switzerland and Land Tour

From Zurich to Amsterdam

Scenic Jewel

Scenic Cruises
5 Stars
  • Cruise #: 14229712
  • Departs: Wed, Dec 1, 2027
  • Returns: Sun, Dec 12, 2027
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    Itinerary Summary

    Day by Day Details

    Land Segment of Itinerary

    Wednesday - Dec 1, 2027
    Day
    1
    Zurich, Switzerland
    • Zurich, Switzerland
    Welcome to Zurich. The largest city in Switzerland and a global financial center, it hugs the shoreline of the spectacular Lake Zurich. Check into your luxurious hotel for an overnight stay and the start of your Swiss journey.

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    Thursday - Dec 2, 2027
    Day
    2
    Zurich, Switzerland
    • Zurich, Switzerland
    • Bus Travel
    • Berne, Switzerland
    This morning, set off on a walking tour with a local guide. Zurich is one of the world's great walking cities, with many pedestrian-only streets and historic bridges. Wander along the Bahnhofstrasse, the city's main street lined with glamorous boutiques and international flagship stores. This afternoon, arrive in Bern. Set on the River Aare, Bern is UNESCO World Heritage-listed for its medieval Old Town, charming Renaissance fountains, and landmarks like the Zytglogge (Clock Tower) and Bern Cathedral. Check into your luxury hotel for an overnight stay. ...
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    Friday - Dec 3, 2027
    Day
    3
    • Berne, Switzerland
    • Bus Travel
    • Montreux, Switzerland
    This morning, travel to Montreux. Located on the shores of picturesque Lake Geneva, it's famous for its natural beauty, connection to legendary writers, and love of jazz. Take a short orientation tour of the town to admire the lakeside promenade, cobblestone streets, and historic buildings. Later, check into your luxury hotel for a two-night stay. ...
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    Saturday - Dec 4, 2027
    Day
    4
    • Montreux, Switzerland
    This morning, visit Chillon Castle. Set on the shore of Lake Geneva, it was first built in the 11th century and is one of the most visited medieval castles in Europe. Join a tour with a local guide and learn how this iconic castle has inspired poets and writers like Victor Hugo, Alexandre Dumas, Gustave Flaubert, Mary Shelley, and Lord Byron. ...
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    Land Segment of Itinerary

    Sunday - Dec 5, 2027
    Day
    5
    • Montreux, Switzerland
    • Bus Travel
    • Lucerne, Switzerland
    • Bus Travel

    Cruise Segment of Itinerary

    Day 5 - Sunday - Dec 5, 2027
    Day
    5
    Cruise Begins
    • Cruise Begins
    • Basel (Saxon), Switzerland
    After breakfast, depart for the postcard perfect city of Lucerne. Its lovely Old Town, brightly colored houses, covered bridges, and cobalt blue lake make for the quintessential Swiss resort town. Join a walking tour to discover its highlights, including the Museggmauer and Turme (Town Walls and Towers), Hofkirche, and the Jesuit Church. This afternoon, continue to Basel where you'll board your Scenic Space-Ship for your all-inclusive river cruise, taking your memories of beautiful Switzerland with you. ...
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    Monday - Dec 6, 2027
    Day
    6
    Basel (Saxon), Switzerland
    • Basel (Saxon), Switzerland
    Wake in Basel, the cultural capital of Switzerland. With its cobblestone streets, historic buildings, and picturesque riverside setting, it's one of the most charming cities in Europe at any time of year. Over Christmas, it is even more appealing - the beautifully decorated Old Town glows with twinkling lights, while the scent of roasted almonds and mulled wine drifts from the traditional Christmas markets on Barfusserplatz and Munsterplatz. ...
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    Tuesday - Dec 7, 2027
    Day
    7
    Strasbourg, France
    • Strasbourg, France
    Arrive in Strasbourg today. Strasbourg is located on the border of France and Germany, making it a unique mixture of both French and German architecture and culture. Over Christmas, the city is home to almost a dozen traditional markets as well as the largest natural Christmas tree in Europe, standing over 30 meters tall in Place Kleber. ...
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    Wednesday - Dec 8, 2027
    Day
    8
    Mannheim, Germany
    • Mannheim, Germany
    You will arrive in Mannheim early this morning. Known as a 'chessboard city' for its methodical grid of streets, it is also the home of some of the world's most brilliant engineering minds, including Carl Benz, founder of Mercedes-Benz.
    Thursday - Dec 9, 2027
    Day
    9
    Rudesheim, Germany
    • Rudesheim, Germany
    This morning, you'll arrive in Rudesheim, a quaint town surrounded by steep vineyards that have been cultivating wine for a staggering two millennia. Take a mini-train from the pier to Siegfried's Mechanical Music Museum, where some 350 musical instruments from the 18th and 19th century play themselves for your enjoyment. You will have time to wander through this beautiful town before returning to your Scenic Space-Ship. ...
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    Friday - Dec 10, 2027
    Day
    10
    Rudesheim, Germany
    • Rudesheim, Germany
    • Cologne, Germany
    This morning, your Scenic Space-Ship will cruise the Rhine Gorge, one of the most picturesque regions on this journey. The stunning 65-kilometer stretch of river is punctuated with a constellation of some 40 hilltop castles and fortresses that span a period of 1,000 years. Look out for the Lorelei statue, dedicated to the tragic legend of a beautiful maiden. Later, arrive in Cologne, known for its laidback lifestyle, auto industry, and the largest Christmas tree in the Rhineland. Take the time to discover Cologne on a walking tour. Visit the city's centerpiece and icon, Cologne Cathedral, and its magnificent Christmas markets, where local vendors sell delicious treats and decorations. Your Scenic Space-Ship will depart after dinner, allowing you plenty of time to be immersed in the tastes and scents of Christmas. ...
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    Saturday - Dec 11, 2027
    Day
    11
    Dusseldorf, Germany
    • Dusseldorf, Germany
    Early this morning, you'll arrive in Dusseldorf. The city comes alive during the Christmas season with lively markets, festive music, and the scent of mulled wine sweetening the air. The Old Town is brimming with festive revelers, and the famed Konigsallee is lined with traditional market stalls. Enjoy a walking tour of Dusseldorf with a local guide. Discover traditions of the festive season before free time to explore the city's Christmas markets. ...
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    Sunday - Dec 12, 2027
    Day
    12
    Amsterdam, Netherlands
    • Amsterdam, Netherlands
    After a hearty breakfast, you'll be transferred from your final port of Amsterdam to the airport for your onward or homebound flight leaving with cherished memories to last a lifetime. Please book your flight to depart out of Amsterdam after 10 AM.


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