Christmas Markets on the Rhine

From $3,879 per person

8 days

4 countries

Ships: Emerald Sun, Emerald Dawn

AmaWaterways

AmaWaterways

Ship Emerald Sun: 8 days · 7 nights·Ship Emerald Dawn: 8 days · 7 nights·Ship AmaViola: 8 days · 7 nights·Ship Emerald Destiny: 8 days · 7 nights·Ship Emerald Sky: 8 days · 7 nights·Ship Emerald Astra: 8 days · 7 nights·Ship Emerald Luna: 8 days · 7 nights·4 countries
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Journey summary · at a glance

8 days, 7 nights.

Journey summary

  • Day 1 - Basel
  • Day 2 - Breisach
  • Day 3 - Strasbourg
  • Day 4 - Ludwigshafen
  • Day 5 - Rhine Gorge, Germany
  • Day 6 - Düsseldorf
  • Day 7 - Utrecht
  • Day 8 - Amsterdam
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A AmaWaterways voyage can be booked direct or by Small Ship Travel. What changes is what comes with it: advice that compares across cruise lines before you commit, an advocate who knows you and your booking if plans change, and, for Loyalty Program members, 2% to 5% credit per booking on top of any rewards from the cruise line. Getting the fit right the first time is the real saving.

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Pre- & Post-Cruise

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Add extra days in Cairo or Jordan before or after your cruise.

Post-cruise

2 Nights Lake Lucerne, 2 Nights Zurich

4 nights

Immerse yourself in Lake Lucerne’s stunning alpine scenery and charming streets, then explore Zurich’s vibrant culture, historic landmarks, and lakeside elegance for an unforgettable Swiss experience.

From$1,878
2 Nights Amsterdam
Post-cruise

2 Nights Amsterdam

2 nights

Experience Amsterdam’s vibrant canals, historic architecture, and world‑class museums while strolling charming streets, enjoying local cuisine, and soaking in the city’s lively culture and atmosphere.

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Your ships · AmaWaterways fleet

The AmaViola.

Sail the world in unparalleled luxury aboard the AmaViola, a masterpiece of design and comfort.

AmaViola
156Guests
2016Launched

Sailing the legendary rivers of Europe, AmaViola offers an intimate and sophisticated way to explore the continent’s most iconic destinations. Designed for just 156 guests, this contemporary river ship delivers award-winning service, regionally inspired cuisine, and a warm, inviting atmosphere onboard.

Guests enjoy panoramic lounges with sweeping views, complimentary wellness programs, locally guided shore excursions, and multiple dining venues—most notably The Chef’s Table, a signature tasting experience with river-facing views. The Sun Deck features a heated pool with a swim-up bar and a walking track for scenic cruising.

Staterooms aboard AmaViola are thoughtfully designed, many with both a French balcony and a full step-out balcony to keep you connected with the landscape from morning to night. From the vineyard-lined Danube to the storybook towns of the Rhine, AmaViola is a floating sanctuary of style, comfort, and discovery.

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