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Christmas on the Rhine

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 Cruise Length
8 Days
 Cruise Starts
Amsterdam
 Cruise Finishes
Nuremberg
8 Day Christmas on the Rhine Itinerary (Scenic)
Countries Explored: Holland, Germany
Cruise Line
Scenic
Ship
Passengers
163
Crew
59
Launched
2015
Refurbished
2019
Cruise Code
CHAN-1

Overview

Admire festive decorations and twinkling lights along streets and squares – even your Scenic Space-Ship will be decked out in all the Christmas finery. During your journey, you will be enchanted by the magical traditions of Christmas, including the fragrant aroma of glühwein, roasted chestnuts and bustling markets bursting with festive excitement.

Itinerary

Your journey into wonder begins here. Relax and raise your glass to the days ahead at this evening's welcome reception. (D)

Freechoice: Explore Amsterdam during a guided walking tour, or take the opportunity to experience an iconic canal cruise through the famous waterways of the city. Alternatively, step outside of Amsterdam and visit the villages of Alkmaar & Schermerhorn, home to many authentic windmills dating back to the 16th century. (B/L/D)

Discover Cologne on a guided walking tour. Later, you may wish to make the most of your time by strolling through the city's myriad of Christmas markets. Be sure to look out for the largest Christmas tree in the Rhineland. (B/L/D)

The morning enjoy fabulous views as you cruise the spectacular World Heritage-listed Rhine Gorge. Then immerse yourself in charming Rüdesheim, one of the prettiest towns of the region. Traverse the cobble stoned Old Town lined with timber framed archtiecture or venture up to the Niederwald Monument that offers impressive views across the Rhine River and its surrounding vineyards. This afternoon we set sail for the glorious city of Würzburg. (B/L/D)

Merry Christmas! Celebrate with newfound friends on board your Scenic Space-Ship (B/L/D)

Freechoice: Journey along the famous Romantic Road, an important trade route during the Middle Ages, then take in the beautiful walled town of Rothenburg, a medieval gem overlooking the Tauber River. Alternatively, stay in Würzburg and tour the streets of the fabulously festive city. (B/L/D)

Immerse yourself in the World Heritage-listed Old Town of Bamberg and walk the same cobbled streets as medieval traders once did. (B/L/D)

Disembark your Scenic Space-Ship today with memories of a truly unforgettable journey. Your Scenic Space Ship is due to arrive into Nuremberg at approximately 11.30am. Please book your flights to depart Nuremberg airport after 3pm or Munich airport after 4.30pm. This itinerary is a guide only and may be amended for operational reasons such as high and low water. As such, the cruise may operate altered from that stated above. Please refer to our terms and conditions. (B)

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