Sail the Rhine to Germany’s magical Christmas markets in Rüdesheim, Bonn and Cologne on a five‑day festive river cruise with guided tours and seasonal treats aboard a five‑star ship.
  • Enjoy visits to Christmas markets, including Rudesheim, Bonn and Cologne.
  • Explore Rudesheim, the quintessential Rhine village with crooked houses sloping down from wooded hillsides.
  • Discover the former capital of West Germany and the birthplace of Beethoven, Bonn, on a guided tour.
  • See Cologne’s old town on a guided walk before free time to explore more than 160 festive stalls at the Cathedral Christmas market or one of the many other markets dotted across the city.
  • Sample a glass of warming Gluhwein sailing through the stunning Rhine Gorge, and enjoy a Rhenish folklore show on board.
Step aboard a five-star cruise ship moored in historic Cologne, settling into spacious, tastefully furnished cabins. Enjoy full board dining from arrival dinner to final breakfast, a free drinks package, complimentary on-board tea, coffee and Wi-Fi, plus the ship’s welcoming lounge and excellent restaurant for relaxed festive evenings.