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Christmas Market River Cruises

 

Always a popular choice, a Christmas river cruise is the perfect way to see a host of Europe’s world famous Christmas markets. Whether you wish to sample local specialities at some of Europe’s most stunning markets, with city backdrops of Cologne, Strasbourg and Budapest or if you are just looking for a Christmas getaway with a difference, we are sure you will be tempted by some of the fantastic offers detailed below.

 

See Christmas River Cruises   See New Year River Cruises   See Festive River Cruises

 

When Can I Sail?

 

Christmas markets in Europe tend to start mid-November and stay open until the end of December, with some closing just before Christmas day. Popular Christmas markets include*:

 

Strasbourg, France - Rhine River - 22 November to 30 December
Budapest, Hungary - Danube River - 23 November to 6 January
Vienna, Austria - Danube River - 16 November to 24 December
Metz, France - Moselle River - 20 November to 29 December
Dresden, Germany - Elbe River - 27 November to 24 December
Basel, Switzerland - Rhine River - 28 November to 23 December
Cologne, Germany - Rhine River - 26 November to 23 December

 

*Dates are provisional

 

Which Rivers Have Christmas Markets on Them?

 

With the listing above, the popular rivers to experience the Christmas markets along include the Rhine, Danube and Moselle rivers - each of which offers fantastic markets teeming with wooden chalets and Christmas decorations. These visit the regions of France, Germany, Austria, Switzerland, and Hungary - each of which offers their own slice of Christmas heaven!

 

Enjoy mulled wine and gingerbread as you browse handicrafts made by locals, each hut adorned with beautiful Christmas decorations making them the ideal festive destination for friends and family.

 

Suggested read: River cruising during the winter months 

 

When Should I Book?

 

With the Christmas markets running on selected dates, and festive sailings even more so, it's best to book as soon as possible to ensure you secure your place on-board. Christmas markets river cruises always sell out fast so ensure you have booked your sailings as soon as you know where you would want to visit.

 

Take a look at our latest sailings below and find your perfect Christmas markets river cruise for you. If you can’t find exactly what you are looking for, don’t hesitate to give our Cruise Concierge team a call and they will help you handpick your perfect Christmas Markets voyage.

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India's Golden Triangle & the Sacred Ganges

  • 7 Night Sailing

  • Sailing Date : 21 Nov 2024

  • Ganges

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Was £9799

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Christmas Markets with Prague

  • 14 Night Sailing

  • Sailing Date : 21 Nov 2024

  • Danube, Rhine

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Was £5273

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Captivating Rhine (Taste of Christmas)

  • 7 Night Sailing

  • Sailing Date : 21 Nov 2024

  • Rhine

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Was £3477

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Colors of Provence (Wine Cruise)

  • 7 Night Sailing

  • Sailing Date : 21 Nov 2024

  • Rhone

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Was £3200

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Enchanting Rhine (Taste of Christmas)

  • 7 Night Sailing

  • Sailing Date : 21 Nov 2024

  • Rhine

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Danube Christmas Markets

  • 7 Night Sailing

  • Sailing Date : 22 Nov 2024

  • Danube

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Was £3050

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Magnificent Europe

  • 14 Night Sailing

  • Sailing Date : 22 Nov 2024

  • Danube, Rhine

Was £5995

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8-Day Majestic Mekong Cruise

  • 7 Night Sailing

  • Sailing Date : 23 Nov 2024

  • Mekong

World-class fleet of contemporary floating boutique hotels

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Was £4251

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17 Day Treasures & Temples of Vietnam & Cambodia

  • 7 Night Sailing

  • Sailing Date : 23 Nov 2024

  • Mekong

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Was £6301

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Romantic Rhine (Southbound)

  • 7 Night Sailing

  • Sailing Date : 23 Nov 2024

  • Rhine

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Avalon Panorama Suites are thirty percent larger than the industry standard

Was £1878

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13 Day Wonders of Cambodia, Vietnam & the Mekong

  • 7 Night Sailing

  • Sailing Date : 23 Nov 2024

  • Mekong

World-class fleet of contemporary floating boutique hotels

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Was £5255

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Magna on the Danube (Christmas)

  • 7 Night Sailing

  • Sailing Date : 24 Nov 2024

  • Danube

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Was £3175

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Douro River Valley

  • 7 Night Sailing

  • Sailing Date : 24 Nov 2024

  • Douro

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Was £4499

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Portugal, Spain & the Douro River Valley

  • 7 Night Sailing

  • Sailing Date : 24 Nov 2024

  • Douro

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Was £5199

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Highlights of the Rhine and Main

  • 7 Night Sailing

  • Sailing Date : 24 Nov 2024

  • Rhine, Main

Was £3295

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Timeless Wonders of Vietnam, Cambodia & the Mekong

  • 7 Night Sailing

  • Sailing Date : 24 Nov 2024

  • Mekong

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Was £6379

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Magnificent Europe

  • 14 Night Sailing

  • Sailing Date : 24 Nov 2024

  • Danube, Rhine

Was £5995

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Fascinating Vietnam, Cambodia & the Mekong River (Northbound)

  • 10 Night Sailing

  • Sailing Date : 25 Nov 2024

  • Mekong

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The Legendary Danube

  • 7 Night Sailing

  • Sailing Date : 25 Nov 2024

  • Danube

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Avalon Panorama Suites are thirty percent larger than the industry standard

Was £1878

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Belgian Holiday Markets

  • 7 Night Sailing

  • Sailing Date : 25 Nov 2024

  • Dutch Waterway

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Gems of Southeast Europe Christmas Markets

  • 7 Night Sailing

  • Sailing Date : 25 Nov 2024

  • Danube

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Splendors of Egypt & the Nile

  • 7 Night Sailing

  • Sailing Date : 25 Nov 2024

  • Nile

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Vietnam and Cambodia Highlights

  • 7 Night Sailing

  • Sailing Date : 25 Nov 2024

  • Mekong

Was £7290

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Splendors of Egypt & the Nile

  • 7 Night Sailing

  • Sailing Date : 25 Nov 2024

  • Nile

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Rhine Holiday Markets

  • 7 Night Sailing

  • Sailing Date : 25 Nov 2024

  • Rhine

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Was £4099

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