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13 Night Christmas Markets on the Rhine and Land Tour

From Amsterdam to Zurich

AmaSiena

AMA Waterways
4 Stars
  • Cruise #: 14246029
  • Departs: Thu, Dec 3, 2026
  • Returns: Mon, Dec 14, 2026
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    Itinerary Summary

    Tour Features and Highlights

    Day by Day Details

    Land Segment of Itinerary

    Tuesday - Dec 1, 2026
    Day
    1
    Amsterdam, Netherlands
    • Amsterdam, Netherlands
    Arrive in Amsterdam and check into your hotel.

    Land Segment of Itinerary

    Wednesday - Dec 2, 2026
    Day
    2
    Amsterdam, Netherlands
    • Amsterdam, Netherlands
    Follow your guide through the charming capital of the Netherlands, with its iconic meandering canals, bridges, and distinctive architecture. (B)

    Land Segment of Itinerary

    Thursday - Dec 3, 2026
    Day
    3
    Amsterdam, Netherlands
    • Amsterdam, Netherlands
    • Bus Travel
    • Zaanse Schans, Netherlands
    • Bus Travel

    Cruise Segment of Itinerary

    Day 3 - Thursday - Dec 3, 2026
    Day
    3
    Cruise Begins
    • Cruise Begins
    • Amsterdam, Netherlands
    Check out of your hotel and, before transferring to your ship, visit Zaanse Schans to observe life as it used to be in the Netherlands. Authentic windmills, houses, and ships were relocated to this picturesque area, creating a typical 17th- to 18th-century village. (B,D)
    • Amsterdam, Netherlands
    Board the ship in Amsterdam for your Christmas Markets on the Rhine cruise. (D)
    Friday - Dec 4, 2026
    Day
    4
    Amsterdam, Netherlands
    • Amsterdam, Netherlands
    • Utrecht, Netherlands
    There are 165 canals in Amsterdam, and you'll get to enjoy some of them on your canal cruise. Later in the day, set sail out of Amsterdam to Utrecht, where you can explore this charming town on a walking tour or sip beer during a special tasting tour. (B,L,D)
    Saturday - Dec 5, 2026
    Day
    5
    Dusseldorf, Germany
    • Dusseldorf, Germany
    Enjoy a scenic cruise into Dusseldorf. In the afternoon, take a brief trip to the nearby city of Cologne on a guided tour of its enchanting Old Town, where you will see sites such as the Cologne Rathaus, Germany's oldest town hall; the Fischmarkt, which dates back to the 12th century; and the Great St. Martin Church. Then visit one of Europe's largest and most renowned Christmas markets. Or explore historic Dusseldorf on foot with a knowledgeable local tour guide. Conclude the tour with a visit to the local Christmas market. Alternatively, cover more ground with an active bike tour of the city. (B,L,D) ...
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    Sunday - Dec 6, 2026
    Day
    6
    Rhine Gorge, Germany
    • Rhine Gorge, Germany
    • Rudesheim, Germany
    Cruise through the castle-laden Rhine River Gorge before reaching the winemaking town of Rudesheim. Once in Rudesheim, you will have four choices of morning excursions. Wine connoisseurs will want to go to a wine cellar for a wine tasting followed by a Christmas market visit to enjoy holiday traditions from around the world. Or go on a hike through the vineyards. Alternatively, you can take a peaceful ride over the vineyards on Rudesheim's gondola followed by a visit to the Christmas market. You may also opt to join a guided bike tour through the town and along the Rhine River before visiting the Christmas market. Later in the day, you can visit Siegfried's Mechanical Music Museum, or taste one of the town's special delights, Rudesheim coffee. (B,L,D) ...
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    Monday - Dec 7, 2026
    Day
    7
    Ludwigshafen, Germany, Germany
    • Ludwigshafen, Germany, Germany
    • Bus Travel
    • Heidelberg, Germany
    • Bus Travel
    • Ludwigshafen, Germany, Germany
    You have the choice to explore two of Germany's historically rich cities, along with their festive Christmas markets. Visit Heidelberg, a city that will capture your heart with its mighty castle and historic university. While here, wander along one of Europe's longest pedestrian shopping streets, the Hauptstrasse, soaking up the Yuletide celebrations at the town's Christmas markets. Or hike along the Neckar River on the historic Philosophers' Path followed by free time to enjoy the Christmas markets. Alternatively, you can bike along the Neckar River to the medieval town of Ladenburg and visit its Marktplatz, or explore one of Germany's oldest cities, Speyer, known for the largest Romanesque cathedral in Europe-a UNESCO World Heritage Site. You'll also have time to visit its Christmas market in front of the "Old Mint" (Alte Munze) in the famous Maximilianstrasse, with a view of the romantic Imperial cathedral (Kaiserdom). (B,L,D) ...
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    Tuesday - Dec 8, 2026
    Day
    8
    Strasbourg, France
    • Strasbourg, France
    Strasbourg is even more alluring during the season of Advent. The Christkindelsmarik dates back to 1570, making it the oldest Christmas market in France. Enjoy a panoramic bus tour that takes you past the Parc de l'Orangerie, the European Parliament, and the Place de la Republique. Afterwards, walk through the historic town center on the Grande Ile, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, and through the lovely "La Petite France" district, where you will see the Cathedrale Notre-Dame with its famous astronomical clock and then visit the town's famous Christmas market. You can also choose to explore Strasbourg's different districts by bicycle. Later in the day, opt to visit Baden-Baden and take in the town's romantic Christmas markets. (B,L,D) ...
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    Wednesday - Dec 9, 2026
    Day
    9
    Breisach, Germany
    • Breisach, Germany
    • Bus Travel
    • Colmar, France
    • Bus Travel
    • Breisach, Germany
    Breisach is your gateway to medieval Colmar, located in the enchanting Alsace region of France. Delight in the half-timbered houses lining the cobblestone streets as you take in the whimsical blend of French and German culture and the town's wonderful Christmas markets. Alternatively, head to Freiburg, founded in 1120 and home to the Freiburg's Munster, a Gothic cathedral said to have "the most beautiful spire on earth". Then, enjoy free time at the Freiburg Christmas markets. Those wishing a more active excursion can cycle through Breisach's countryside. (B,L,D) ...
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    Thursday - Dec 10, 2026
    Day
    10
    Basel (Saxon), Switzerland
    • Basel (Saxon), Switzerland
    Disembark the ship and bid farewell to Basel as you prepare for your return flight home. (B)
    • Basel (Saxon), Switzerland
    • Cruise Ends

    Land Segment of Itinerary

    Day 10 - Thursday - Dec 10, 2026
    Day
    10
    • Bus Travel
    • Lucerne, Switzerland
    Disembark the ship and, before transferring to Lake Lucerne, go on a highlights tour of Basel. Once in Lucerne, check into your hotel and enjoy a leisurely evening. (B)

    Land Segment of Itinerary

    Friday - Dec 11, 2026
    Day
    11
    Lucerne, Switzerland
    • Lucerne, Switzerland
    Discover Lucerne's unrivaled beauty on a walking tour along its cobblestone streets, spotting the Chapel Bridge, one of the oldest wooden bridges in Europe. Continue the holiday revelry with a visit to Lucerne's Christmas markets. (B)

    Land Segment of Itinerary

    Saturday - Dec 12, 2026
    Day
    12
    Lucerne, Switzerland
    • Lucerne, Switzerland
    • Bus Travel
    • Zurich, Switzerland
    Check out of your hotel and before your transfer via motorcoach to Zurich, enjoy a scenic lake cruise. As part of your included excursion, you will ascend picturesque Mount Rigi, known as the "Queen of the Mountains", on a cable car ride. Take in breathtaking views of the city and surrounding landscape below. Later, check into your Zurich hotel. (B) ...
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    Land Segment of Itinerary

    Sunday - Dec 13, 2026
    Day
    13
    Zurich, Switzerland
    • Zurich, Switzerland
    Switzerland's largest city seamlessly blends its historic past with its progressive future-all of which will be on full display during your city tour. One of the top experiences in Zurich is a visit to Old Town where you will find yourself amongst medieval houses, churches, and the modern Bahnhofstrasse. Plus, take some time to explore Europe's largest indoor Christmas markets located in the town's main railway station and its underground mall as well as other Christmas markets in this beautiful city. (B) ...
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    Land Segment of Itinerary

    Monday - Dec 14, 2026
    Day
    14
    Zurich, Switzerland
    • Zurich, Switzerland
    After breakfast, bid farewell to Switzerland and prepare for your return flight home. (B)


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