Rhine Holiday Markets

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 Trip Length
8 Days
 Trip Starts
Cologne
 Trip Finishes
Basel
8 Day Rhine Holiday Markets Itinerary (Uniworld)
Countries Explored: Germany, France, Switzerland
Ship
Departures
Passengers
152
Crew
59
Launched
2011
Cruise Code
UNIRHM-R

Overview

Book online and enjoy exclusive savings on Uniworld's 8 Day Rhine Holiday Markets. Switzerland, France and Germany provide the perfect backdrop for this true connoisseur’s Christmas market cruise. Discover the roots of our Christmas traditions as you explore some of Europe’s most charming towns. Browse for unique ornaments in Basel’s Christmas Market. Sip vin chaud as you stroll to Place Kléber to behold the enormous, brilliantly lighted tree of Strasbourg. See how the baroque town hall of Koblenz is transformed into an Advent calendar and find unexpected treasures in the stalls clustered around...read more Cologne’s magnificent cathedral.

Savor tantalizing once-a-year treats with Uniworld’s “Taste of Christmas” program, including gingerbread and warm spiced wine. Revel in brightly painted carousels and handmade ornaments, medieval squares illuminated by twinkling lights, life-sized Nativity figures, and joyful brass choirs. Sail through castle-strewn hillsides and visit charming towns decked in festive finery for a holiday season you will never forget.

Itinerary

Arrive at Cologne Bonn Airport. If your cruise package includes a group arrival transfer, or if you have purchased a private arrival transfer, you will be greeted by a Uniworld representative and transferred to the ship. (D)

Your local expert will show you favorite haunts around the Old Town and share some of the cathedral's most intriguing and magical secrets with you. (B/L/WD)

Featured Excursion: Cologne Walking Tour with Old Town Visit and Christmas Markets

Note: A special Captain's Welcome Reception and Dinner will be prepared for you this evening. Please note that most Christmas Markets in Europe end their season on the 23rd of December and will not be available after that date.

This morning, you'll reach the famous intersection of the Rhine and the Moselle. Here, where the two rivers meet, you'll find the enchanting town of Koblenz. Watch the waters of the Moselle gush into the Rhine as you stand on the spit of land called German Corner before embarking on a walking tour of Koblenz's historical treasures. 

Later, spend a spectacular afternoon onboard your luxurious boutique ship as you sail the Upper Middle Rhine Valley. A UNESCO World Heritage Site, this stretch of the Rhine is extraordinarily picturesque: Castles perch atop steep cliffs above the water and each quaint village is marked by the spire of its historic church. (B/L/D)

Featured Excursion: Koblenz Walking Tour with Christmas Market

Note: Please note that most Christmas Markets in Europe end their season on the 23rd of December and will not be available after that date.

Your day begins in Rüdesheim, which, like many cities along the Rhine, dates back to Roman times, when the Rhine was the northern border of the empire. Today, Rüdesheim is famous for its beauty and its entertaining alley of shops and wine bars called the Drosselgasse. Then you'll head back to the ship for a short cruise to Mainz. Mainz's Old Town brims with specialty shops tucked into lovingly restored buildings. You'll find jewelry, leather goods, books, toys—something special for every special person on your list. Or opt to explore neighboring Wiesbaden's Christmas Market. (B/L/D)

Featured Excursions: Choice of Rüdesheim Walk with Local Treats and Christmas Market OR Rheinweinwelten Visit - The Best Rhine Rieslings OR Mainz Christmas Market Stroll

Note: Please note that most Christmas Markets in Europe end their season on the 23rd of December and will not be available after that date.

Wake up and choose your adventure for the day. Today you'll have two choices: Venture into the storied city of Baden-Baden, whose contemporary flair meshes with hot springs, spas and unspoiled nature, or visit the Doktorenhof vinegar estate for a special vinegar tasting. The atmospheric cellar is like no other you'll ever experience, and the candlelit tasting room is decked for the holidays. If you speak no German, here's one phrase you might want to learn now: “Fröhliche Weihnachten,” or “Merry Christmas!” (B/L/D)

Featured Excursions: Choice of Baden-Baden Walking Tour with Christmas Market OR Private Doktorenhof Vinegar Estate Visit and Tasting OR Authentic Country Cooking with Vinegar

Note: Please note that most Christmas Markets in Europe end their season on the 23rd of December and will not be available after that date.

Strasbourg is invariably described as quaint, a rather overused word that in this case is perfectly apropos. It's also been known as the “Crossroads of Europe” for its strategic location halfway between Paris and Prague. With a friendly local expert, see this historic town with its cobbled lanes, half-timbered homes, giant stork nests, and impossible-to-resist pastry shops that will win your heart. You won't want to miss the holiday treats like bûche de Noël, the delicious Christmas cake made to look like a yule log. (B/L/D)

Featured Excursions: Choice of Strasbourg Walking Tour with Christmas Market OR “Taste of Christmas” Strasbourg Walking Tour OR Alsatian Wine Road

Note: Please note that most Christmas Markets in Europe end their season on the 23rd of December and will not be available after that date.

Basel is a cultural and artistic powerhouse, with all sorts of galleries, theaters, and museums. And at this time of year, the city's Christmas Market draws visitors from all over Europe, as does its Christmas Street, lined with more than 100 beautifully decorated and illuminated Christmas trees. Do you have a special wish for Christmas? Write it in the Wish Book, which lies open in Basel's 17th-century Town Hall during Advent, waiting for residents and visitors to express their hopes and dreams for the holiday—or for the world. (B/L/FD)

Featured Excursions: Choice of Basel Walking Tour with Christmas Market OR Lucerne: A Swiss Gem

Note: A special Captain's Farewell Reception and Dinner will be prepared for you this evening. Please note that most Christmas Markets in Europe end their season on the 23rd of December and will not be available after that date.

Disembark the ship. If your cruise package includes a group departure transfer, or if you have purchased a private departure transfer, you will be transferred to EuroAirport Basel-Mulhouse-Freiburg for your flight home. (B)

Trip Inclusions

  • 3 countries: France, Germany, Switzerland
  • 3 UNESCO World Heritage sites
  • Services of an experienced Uniworld Cruise Manager
  • Group Transfers are included on arrival and departure days (please see terms and conditions for transfer guidelines)
  • Gratuities for onboard personnel (ship staff, crew, Cruise/Tour Manager) are included during the cruise/tour
  • Captivating onboard local entertainment
  • Cultural enrichment, including a Signature Lecture

  • 6 days of excursions, including “Choice Is Yours” options, all fully hosted by English-speaking local experts
  • Guided “Taste of Christmas” program
  • State-of-the-art Quietvox portable audio-headset system on all excursions
  • Use of Nordic walking sticks

  • All meals onboard, prepared using the finest and freshest ingredients
  • 7 breakfasts, 6 lunches, 7 dinners
  • Captain's Welcome and Farewell Receptions
  • Welcome and Farewell Gala Dinners
  • Unlimited beverages onboard, including fine wine, beer, spirits, specialty coffee and tea, soft drinks and mineral water

  • 7-night cruise in a riverview stateroom on the exquisite S.S. Antoinette
  • Lavishly appointed riverview staterooms and suites have handcrafted Savoir® Beds of England, high thread count 100% Egyptian cotton sheets and European duvets, and a menu of pillow options
  • Free Internet and Wi-Fi access

  • Itinerary and inclusions are subject to change
  • Price is for land, cruise and internal flights as specified. Flights not specified are not included
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Deck Plans

Ship Profile
 
Classic
La Countesse Deck (Level 1)
 
French Balcony
La Duchesse Deck (Level 2)
 
Deluxe Balcony
 
Suite
 
Grand Suite
La Princesse Deck (Level 3)

Cabins

Classic Stateroom

  • Lavishly appointed riverview stateroom 162 sq ft/ 15 sq m
  • Half-Height Window(s)
  • The finest linens, towels and Savoir® beds for an incredible night's sleep
  • Built-in closet, hair dryer, safe
  • Individual thermostat
  • Flat-screen TV with infotainment center and satellite
  • Bottled water
  • Marble bathroom with Asprey bath and body products, plush towels, towel warmer, cozy bathrobes and slippers

French Balcony Stateroom

  • Lavishly appointed riverview stateroom 194 sq ft/ 18 sq m
  • The finest linens, towels and Savoir® beds for an incredible night's sleep
  • Built-in closet, hair dryer, safe
  • Individual thermostat
  • Flat-screen TV with infotainment center and satellite
  • Bottled water
  • Marble bathroom with Asprey bath and body products, plush towels, towel warmer, cozy bathrobes and slippers

Deluxe Balcony Stateroom

  • Lavishly appointed riverview stateroom 194 sq ft/ 18 sq m, including full balcony
  • The finest linens, towels and Savoir® beds for an incredible night's sleep
  • Built-in closet, hair dryer, safe
  • Individual thermostat
  • Flat-screen TV with infotainment center and satellite
  • Bottled water
  • Marble bathroom with Asprey bath and body products, plush towels, towel warmer, cozy bathrobes and slippers

Suite

  • Lavishly appointed riverview suite (214 sq ft - 20 sqm) with a French balcony
  • In-suite Butler service
  • The finest linens, towels and Savoir® beds for an incredible night's sleep
  • Built-in closet, hair dryer, safe
  • Individual thermostat
  • Flat-screen TV with infotainment center and satellite
  • Bottled water
  • Marble bathroom with Hermès bath and body products, plush towels, heated mirrors, cozy bathrobes, and slippers
  • Additional special amenities and services

Grand Suite

  • Lavishly appointed riverview suite 391 sq ft/ 36.3 sq m, including full balcony
  • In-suite Butler service
  • The finest linens, towels and Savoir® beds for an incredible night's sleep
  • Built-in closet, hair dryer, safe
  • Individual thermostat
  • Flat-screen TV with infotainment center and satellite
  • Bottled water
  • Additional special amenities and services
  • The Royal Suite offers extra benefits, including a separate spacious living room, bathroom with a separate rain shower and tub, and secluded toilet and bidet area

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Suite $ 4,700
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