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Rhine Holiday Markets (2026) - Cologne to Basel

Switzerland, France, and Germany provide the perfect backdrop for this true connoisseur’s Christmas market cruise.

Summary:

Discover the roots of our Christmas traditions as you explore some of Europe’s most charming towns. Sail through castle-strewn hillsides and visit charming towns decked in festive finery for a holiday season you will never forget.

Duration
8 Days
Countries
2
Next Departure
25-Nov-2026
Starting at
± EUR 4,119.00
Price per day
± EUR 515.00
Tour Type
Tour Type

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Operator
Uniworld
Tour
Rhine Holiday Markets (2026) - Cologne to Basel
Sub-Title
Switzerland, France, and Germany provide the perfect backdrop for this true connoisseur’s Christmas market cruise.
Travel Style
Cruise
Travel Quality
Luxury Tour

Summary

Discover the roots of our Christmas traditions as you explore some of Europe’s most charming towns. Sail through castle-strewn hillsides and visit charming towns decked in festive finery for a holiday season you will never forget.

Map: Rhine Holiday Markets (2026) - Cologne to Basel (Uniworld)

Short Itinerary / Route

Day 1
Cologne
Day 2
Cologne
Day 3
Koblenz, Cruising The Romantic Rhine River
Day 4
Rüdesheim, Mainz
Day 5
Germersheim
Day 6
Strasbourg
Day 7
Basel
Day 8
Basel

 

Countries (2): Germany, Switzerland

Travel Cities (8): Baden-Baden, Basel, Bonn, Cologne, Freiburg, Koblenz, Mainz, Rüdesheim

Details

Discover the roots of our Christmas traditions as you explore some of Europe’s most charming towns. Browse for unique ornaments in Basel’s Christmas Market. Sip vin chaud as you stroll to Place Kléber to behold the enormous, brilliantly lighted tree of Strasbourg. See how the baroque town hall of Koblenz is transformed into an Advent calendar and find unexpected treasures in the stalls clustered around Cologne’s magnificent cathedral.

Savor tantalizing once-a-year treats with Uniworld’s “Taste of Christmas” program, including gingerbread and warm spiced wine. Revel in brightly painted carousels and handmade ornaments, medieval squares illuminated by twinkling lights, life-sized Nativity figures, and joyful brass choirs. Sail through castle-strewn hillsides and visit charming towns decked in festive finery for a holiday season you will never forget.

Please note that most Christmas Markets in Europe end their season on the 23rd of December and will not be available after that date.

Travel Package

 

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Cologne

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Freiburg

River CruisesThis is an Organised River Cruise: you will eat and sleep on-board of the ship. The cruise operator set the itinerary, the destinations, duration and departure dates as well as the price per cabin type/deck. Excursions and activities can be included or optional. You can join, enjoy and meet other people.

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