Amsterdam BaselChristmas markets delightAdmire festive decorations and twinkling lights along streets and squares even your Scenic Space-Ship will be decked out in all the Christmas finery.Delight in the charms of a European Christmas as you cruise along the Rhine. Discover the canals of Amsterdam, marvel at the World Heritage-listed Rhine Gorge, explore Colognes Christmas markets and Heidelberg Castle, take in the spa resort town of Baden-Baden and visit charming Strasbourg. Throughout your journey, you will be enchanted by the magical traditions of Christmas, including the fragrant aroma of glhwein, roasted chestnuts and bustling markets bursting with festive excitement. Itinerary:Day 1- AmsterdamWelcome to Amsterdam. Your luxury cruise is about to begin, raise your glass to the occasion at the evenings welcome reception. Meals Included:Dinner Day 2- AmsterdamExperience an iconic cruise of Amsterdams canals or take to the streets with a local guide on a walking tour including a tasting of the Dutch favourite, herring. Or if youre feeling more active, join a guided cycling tour. Alternatively, discover charming Volendam before visiting the equally lovely village of Edam. Meals Included:Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner Day 3- CologneStroll through Cologne on a guided city tour and get up close to the filigree twin towers of the famous cathedral. Enjoy free time and perhaps visit Cologne Cathedral markets, home to the largest Christmas tree in the Rhineland. Meals Included:Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner Day 4- KoblenzOne of Germanys oldest cities is turned into a Christmas paradise in the advent season, ideal for romantic strolls. Take a guided tour of Koblenz, which straddles two of Europes most beautiful rivers. Six tranquil places in the old part of the city offer more than 100 glittering, festive, cottage-style stands and Lebkuchenherzen traditional gingerbread hearts to create a magical European Christmas experience. Alternatively, discover Cochem, a true medieval gem on the banks of the Moselle River. Youll feel as if youre stepping straight into a fairytale on a guided tour that culminates in a visit to the iconic Reichsburg Castle. Meals Included:Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner Day 5- HeidelbergUncover the fascinating history of Heidelberg, including a visit to its fine Renaissance castle. The castle ruins are among the most important Renaissance structures north of the Alps. Alternatively, enjoy an orientation tour of Heidelbergs quaint old town, followed by time at leisure. During your free time why not explore the citys Christmas markets. Heidelbergs Old Town radiates with Christmas spirit, walk past decorated wooden stalls, smell wafts of spice in the air from the warming glhwein and taste delicious delicacies such as traditional Gingerbread and the popular local treat of Germkndel a spiced jam filled dumpling drizzled with a decadent vanilla sauce. Enrich Enjoy a private evening concert at a fabulous Baroque Palace in the region. Itll be an evening of grandeur unlike any other, and a chance to create memories that youll cherish for a lifetime. Meals Included:Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner Day 6- Baden- BadenArrive in charming Baden-Baden, a popular spa town famous for its Roman baths. Freechoice: Join a guided tour of this picturesque town and learn of its rich heritage or take an active hike to Hohenbaden Castle for scenic views of the Black Forest. Alternatively, visit the Mercedes-Benz factory and learn about the fascinating history of this luxury brand. Meals Included:Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner Day 7- StrasbourgEnjoy a guided tour of Strasbourg, where youll discover La Petite France and stroll through the Old Town with its half-timbered houses and distinctive Alsatian winstubs. During your free time you might wish to explore the stalls of Strasbourgs Christkindelsmrik, one of the largest Christmas markets in Europe. Meals Included:Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner Day 8- Basel > ZurichAfter breakfast, youll be transferred to Zurich airport for your onward or homebound flight, taking a lifetime of wonderful memories back with you. Meals Included:Breakfast | 
