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Rhine and Moselle Christmas Markets with Paris, Lucerne and Zürich

15-Day Europe River Cruise

  • Travelmarvel Tours & Cruises

From: $9,995

Save $800 – Twin Share (Per Person)

  • Trip Length: 15 Days
  • Trip Starts: Paris
  • Trip Finishes: Zurich

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Overview

From the grand boulevards and festive charm of Paris to the storybook villages of the Rhine and Moselle, beautiful sights and idyllic Christmas markets await. Glide along Amsterdam’s network of canals, discover Cochem in the Moselle Valley aglow with a thousand twinkling lights, and soak up the magic of Christmas in Lucerne and Zürich.

Itinerary

On arrival, you’ll be met at the airport and transferred to your hotel in the heart of historic Paris. This evening, meet your Tour Director and fellow travellers at a Welcome Reception.

Accommodation: Three Nights, Paris, Les Jardins du Marais

Paris is the perfect place to begin your European journey. This morning, set out on a guided tour taking in some of the city’s most iconic sights, including the Avenue des Champs-Élysées and the Arc de Triomphe. Spend the rest of the afternoon at leisure and perhaps visit one of the city’s festive Christmas markets. This evening, enjoy a Welcome Dinner.

Meals: Breakfast, Dinner

Enjoy a special Insider Experience this morning. The afternoon is at leisure, giving you time to wander Parisian boulevards or relax at a local cafe. This evening, perhaps experience the glamour of Paris with dinner and a cabaret show at the legendary Moulin Rouge.

Insider Experience – Musée du Fromage

Begin the day with an immersive visit to the Musée du Fromage, where one of France’s most cherished culinary traditions is brought to life. Learn about the heritage and techniques of cheesemaking during a live demonstration, then enjoy a guided tasting of fine regional cheeses thoughtfully paired with wines.

Enhance Your Journey – Moulin Rouge

Step inside the legendary Moulin Rouge for an unforgettable evening of dining and entertainment. Savour dinner before a dazzling cabaret performance featuring elaborate costumes, vibrant staging and the iconic cancan.

Meals: Breakfast

After breakfast, farewell Paris and travel by coach through the scenic countryside of northern France, Belgium and the Netherlands. Arrive in Amsterdam and board your river ship, docked within easy walking distance of the city’s iconic canals and landmarks. This evening, meet your fellow travellers at a Welcome Reception on board.

Meals: Breakfast, Dinner
Accommodation: 14 Nights, Travelmarvel river ship

Framed by historic gabled houses and low arched bridges, Amsterdam’s 17th-century canals have earned it the nickname ‘Venice of the North’. Today, board a glass-top boat and cruise the waterways with a local guide, taking in the city’s waterside landmarks. Back on land, enjoy free time to explore before rejoining your ship. This evening, celebrate with a special Captain’s Welcome Dinner on board.

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Having entered Germany, arrive in Cologne, where the magnificent Cologne Cathedral (Kölner Dom) rises above the banks of the Rhine. Disembark for a guided tour and learn how the cathedral’s famous twin spires took more than six centuries to complete.

Insider Experience – Cologne Christmas Market

Soak up the festive atmosphere at Cologne’s renowned Christmas market, set beneath the soaring Kölner Dom. Browse the wooden stalls and sample mulled wine and local seasonal delicacies.

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Relax on board as your ship glides along one of the Moselle River’s most picturesque stretches, passing vineyard-clad hills and storybook villages. Disembark in the charming town of Cochem and wander its narrow lanes lined with half-timbered houses before visiting magnificent Reichsburg Castle, perched high above the river. Later, browse Cochem’s delightful Christmas market, where festive decorations, twinkling lights and seasonal treats bring the town to life.

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Cruise through the Rhine Gorge, widely regarded as the most scenic stretch of the Rhine River. Dock in Rüdesheim and ride the Winzerexpress mini train through town to Siegfried’s Mechanical Musical Instrument Museum, home to a remarkable collection of automated instruments. Afterwards, follow the scent of gingerbread into the old town, where Rüdesheim’s festive Christmas market awaits, and visit the famous Käthe Wohlfahrt Christmas store for handcrafted decorations and gifts.

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Arrive in Strasbourg, the enchanting Alsatian city on the border of France and Germany. Join a guided tour through its historic quarters, admiring half-timbered houses, canals and the soaring cathedral. After your special Insider Experience, return to your river ship for a Farewell Dinner.

Insider Experience – France’s Oldest Christmas Market

Enjoy time at the Christkindelsmärik, one of Europe’s oldest and most famous Christmas markets. More than 300 chalet-style stalls fill the historic district, centred around a towering Christmas tree.

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Journey into France’s Alsace region to discover the magic of Colmar for a special Insider Experience.

Insider Experience – Colmar Christmas Markets

On a guided tour, wander storybook streets lined with colourful half-timbered houses, then enjoy free time to explore the town’s renowned Christmas markets, alive with festive lights, local crafts and seasonal treats.

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

After breakfast, disembark your ship and join a guided tour of Basel. Later, travel to Lucerne and check in to your hotel. This evening, you may wish to enjoy an optional traditional dinner and entertainment at a Swiss folklore restaurant (additional expense).

Meals: Breakfast
Accommodation: Two Nights, Lucerne, Hotel Astoria or similar

Framed by the breathtaking Swiss Alps, Lucerne is a joy to explore. Join a festive walking tour to discover the city’s Christmas traditions, then wander among the twinkling stalls of Lucerne’s charming Christmas markets and soak up the seasonal atmosphere.

Meals: Breakfast, Dinner

Enjoy a memorable Insider Experience this morning before continuing to Zürich, where the afternoon is yours to explore at leisure. This evening, gather with your fellow travellers for a Farewell Dinner.

Insider Experience – Mount Pilatus

Ascend to the summit of Mount Pilatus by gondola and the spectacular Dragon Ride aerial cableway. As you climb, sweeping views unfold across Lake Lucerne, forested slopes and rugged alpine peaks.

Meals: Breakfast, Dinner
Accommodation: Two Nights, Hotel Opera Zürich

Today is yours to explore Zürich at leisure. This evening, join a guided tour of the city and soak up its festive atmosphere. Visit one of Europe’s largest indoor Christmas markets and see the famous Singing Christmas Tree, a beloved seasonal tradition. Alternatively, you may like to take part in a Christmas chocolate making course at Lindt Home of Chocolate (additional expense).

Meals: Breakfast

Transfer to the airport for your onward flight home, bringing your festive European journey to a close.

Meals: Breakfast

Trip Inclusions

Travel to the peak of Mount Pilatus on a gondola and the thrilling Dragon Ride aerial cableway, enjoying views of rolling hills, rocky mountain ledges and snow-tipped peaks.

Soak up the festive atmosphere at Cologne’s impressive Christmas market, set beneath the iconic Kölner Dom (Cologne Cathedral), and perhaps sample a cup of traditional mulled wine.

Savour the festive atmosphere as you stroll through Strasbourg on a guided tour, taking in the city’s charming Christmas markets and historic sights.

Dates & Pricing

Trip Dates:

29 Nov 2027

Room Type:

Twin Share
Solo (Own Room)

  • Monday

    29 Nov 2027

    Paris

    Monday

    13 Dec 2027

    Zurich

    Retail Price: $10,795

    Our Price

    AUD $9,995

    Save $800

    Twin Share (Per Person)

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