From: The Netherlands, Amsterdam
To: Switzerland, Basel
Dates: 22.12.2026 - 29.12.2026
Duration: 7 Nights
Ship: AMAVENITA

Rhine Castles & Swiss Alps (Festive Delights)

Discover fairytale castles underlaid with the winter holiday’s glow on this magical Rhine River cruise. Start by exploring the canal-laden city of Amsterdam, with its neat rows of buildings and rich history. Then it’s off to Germany, where you’ll immerse yourself in the seasonal atmosphere of grand city such as Cologne as well as charming villages like the winemaking hamlet of Rüdesheim and the university town of Heidelberg. Glide through the UNESCO-designated Rhine Gorge, where 40 castles are strung like Christmas lights along the riverbanks. Cross the border into France’s Alsace region in enchanting Strasbourg and take in spectacular panoramas of the Swiss Alps. Encompassing the Netherlands, Germany, France and Switzerland, as well as iconic landmarks and majestic mountain landscapes, this Taste of Christmas Markets itinerary is truly a holiday wish come true.

AMAVENITA

  • Built in: Netherlands
  • Length: 443
  • Width: 38
  • Crew: 49
  • Suites: 81
  • Guests: 162
  • Flag: Switzerland

Cruise Itinerary

Day
Date
Location
Arrival
Departure
1
Dec 22, 2026
The Netherlands, Amsterdam
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2
Dec 23, 2026
The Netherlands, Amsterdam
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3
Dec 24, 2026
Germany, Cologne
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4
Dec 25, 2026
Germany, Rudesheim
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5
Dec 26, 2026
Germany, Ludwigshafen
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6
Dec 27, 2026
France, Strasbourg
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7
Dec 28, 2026
Switzerland, Basel
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8
Dec 29, 2026
Switzerland, Basel
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The itinerary is subject to change without prior notice at the discretion of the cruise line or due to operational, weather, port, or safety considerations. The cruise operator reserves the right to substitute ports, alter the order of calls, or modify the program as necessary to ensure the safety and comfort of passengers.

Cabins & Accomodations

Category E

  • Cabin: 15 m²
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Category D

  • Cabin: 15 m²
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Category C

  • Cabin: 16 m²
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Category BB

  • Cabin: 20 m²
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Category BA

  • Cabin: 20 m²
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Category AB

  • Cabin: 22 m²
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Category AA

  • Cabin: 22 m²
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Category SS

  • Cabin: 16 m²
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