Christmas,Cruising,River Cruising
Experience the pre Christmas magic of the Rhine by diving into this unique travel experience! Commencing in Strasbourg, our Advent cruise will take you through the romantic Middle Rhine Valley and to the imposing Rhine metropolis of Cologne, which is as fascinating in winter as in any other season. Alternatively, explore dreamy towns and shore landscapes along the Rhine from Cologne to Strasbourg, the 'Capitale de Noel'. During the course of the cruises, you visit the most beautiful Christmas Markets of the region and discover magical destinations along the riverbanks, filled with Christmas charm. Relax and enjoy the most peaceful time of the year onboard the Amadeus fleet with us.
Welcome to the South of France! This afternoon, you board your festively decorated Amadeus Ship and you will have plenty of time to familiarise yourself with your floating hotel before the Welcome Cocktail with the onboard cruise management. Afterwards, allow yourself to be spoilt at the Welcome Dinner with selected specialties prepared by our chef, which will put you in an appropriately festive mood for your Advent cruise. During the night, the ship will remain anchored in Strasbourg. Meals: Welcome Dinner
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Depart: 22:00pm Today you can enjoy the Alsace River City of Strasbourg. The surroundings are also well worth a visit. Those who wish to do so can take a morning expedition into the Wintery Alsace and Obernai, and can admire the landscape of Southern France. In the afternoon, you have the opportunity to explore Strasbourg, where the festively decorated façades and shops invite you for a stroll while enjoying the pre Christmas atmosphere. You will, of course, also be able to experience the romantic ambience of the Christmas Market before returning to the ship. After dinner, your ship will set sail for Germany. Optional Excursions: • Wintry Alsace and Obernai • Strasbourg with Visit to the Christmas Market Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Arrive: Speyer 05:00am | Depart: 20:00pm Early this morning, you will arrive in Speyer, which was once one of the most important cities of the German Holy Roman Empire. From here, you can take a trip to the Old Imperial Town of Heidelberg, which looks particularly charming at this time of year. Apart from the other tourist attractions, don’t miss the Heidelberg Christmas Market and enjoy its enchanting Advent atmosphere. After lunch, the festive mood continues and you will have the opportunity to enjoy Speyer during the course of a relaxed stroll. Here, too, a beautiful Christmas market awaits you, which you should not miss! At dinner time, your ship continues downriver to Rüdesheim. Optional Excursions: • Heidelberg Castle and Christmas Market • Speyer Walking Tour with Christmas Market Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Arrive: Rüdesheim 05:00am | Depart: 11:00am Arrive: Koblenz 15:30pm | Depart: 21:59pm You reach Rüdesheim early in the morning. After a generous breakfast, you can start exploring this fascinating Wine Town, which, together with Bingen on the opposite side, forms the Southern gateway to the Middle Rhine Valley. The picturesque little town is best discovered on a leisurely walk, after which you will continue to Koblenz for lunch. On the way, you pass what is probably the most beautiful section of your trip, the dreamy, wintery Middle Rhine Valley and the mysterious Lorelei Rock, which is associated with countless legends. In the afternoon you will reach Koblenz. This romantic town in the northern Rhineland-Palatinate is best discovered during an extended walk. In the evening, the festive Captain’s Gala Dinner awaits you. Your ship leaves Koblenz in the evening. Optional Excursions: • Rüdesheim with Music Cabinet Museum • Mulled Wine Party onboard • Koblenz Walking Tour Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Early this morning, you reach the Rhine metropolis of Cologne where your trip ends. Enjoy a relaxed and generous breakfast before disembarkation that crew will gladly assist you with. The entire Amadeus team wishes you a safe journey home and a joyous festive season with your loved ones! Meals: Breakfast
River Cruise Prices are per person twin share in Australian Dollars. Conditions apply and independent tours are subject to change and availability. Prices are subject to currency fluctuations. (lc)
