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Destinations
4 Destinations
Duration
7 Nights
Price
From $8,545
Ship
A&K Amadeus Aurea
Little changed throughout the centuries, the holiday traditions of France and Germany harken back to the true spirit of the season. Celebrate these timeless European traditions on a festive Rhine cruise as you browse atmospheric Christmas markets, explore the historic streets of Strasbourg and Cologne, and sample fine regional wines along the way.
Operated by Abercrombie & Kent aboard A&K Amadeus Aurea.
Stroll the streets of Strasbourg, home to one of Europe’s most stylish Christmas markets, and taste wines in a historic Alsatian brasserie
Venture into the Black Forest to visit Freiburg’s market, exploring the small villages of the Alsace wine route along the way
Cruise the Rhine River, experiencing exclusive sightseeing in your private small-group vehicle, escorted by your own Resident Tour Director
Savor the seasonal wines, cuisine and shopping of Heidelberg
In Cologne, explore the city’s majestic cathedral, browse its bustling market and sample lebkuchen, a traditional holiday gingerbread
The Alsatian capital of Strasbourg delights with its charming neighborhoods, narrow streets, superb eateries, and eclectic mix of medieval, Renaissance and Art Nouveau architecture. The city was a major trade hub in the Middle Ages and its marketplaces and squares remain lively today — and never more so than during the holiday season.
Explore Strasbourg in the company of a local expert, followed by a specially arranged tasting in the wine cellar of a historic Alsatian brasserie. Browse the city’s bustling Christmas market before boarding your riverboat.
Embark on an overland day trip to Freiburg, Germany, gateway to the Black Forest region and site of a bustling Weihnachtsmarkt. After time to explore and shop on your own, cross back into France along the Alsace Wine Road, each village revealing markets and history more beautiful than the last.
The lively university town of Heidelberg with its Christmas markets is an unforgettable setting for a holiday season excursion. Stroll the historic city center under the looming walls of Heidelberg Castle, pausing for a wine tasting paired with lunch. This evening, enjoy a private cocktail party followed by a Chef’s Table dinner, an A&K exclusive.
Awake in Rüdesheim to stroll the city’s charming streets. Back on board, cruise a postcard-perfect stretch of river, the famous Rhine Gorge. Later, set out on a walking tour of Koblenz and its medieval center, capping things off with a Captain’s Gala dinner back aboard.
Disembark in Cologne and travel overland to Bonn, the former provisional capital of West Germany. Here, visit the spired Bonn Minster, one of Germany’s oldest churches, and celebrate the life of the great composer at the Beethoven-Haus Museum. Return to Cologne and check in to your hotel in the heart of the city.
Cologne is a Gothic masterpiece and cultural hub renowned for its reconstructed Old Town. The city is also home to storied Cologne Cathedral, with its filigree twin spires, gilded medieval reliquary and panoramic river views. Join a local expert for a city walk, followed by a free afternoon to visit the city’s inviting Christmas markets and museums. Tonight, gather at a local restaurant for a farewell dinner.
After breakfast, take your private transfer to the airport for your departing flight.
From $8,545
per guest · 7 nights
Prices are a guide and vary with season, cabin category and party size. Your advisor will confirm the exact cost before anything is booked.
Amadeus Aurea cruises Europe’s waterways in style, pampering guests with stylish common spaces, 67 elegant cabins and 12 luxurious suites. The vessel’s contemporary interior spaces feature panoramic windows in all common areas, walkout balconies in suites and windows in A&K-selected cabins that transform into an open-air French balcony. Other amenities include a restaurant, panoramic bar, lounge, café, fitness facility, massage room, and sun deck with plunge pool and putting green. Guests enjoy fine cuisine prepared by professional onboard chefs and served with house wines and select vintages relevant to the route. Innovative and designed for sustainable travel, Amadeus Aurea reveals the wonders of Europe in uncompromising comfort.
A-1 Cabin
oceanview · sleeps 2
Amadeus Suite
suite · sleeps 2
B-1 Cabin
oceanview · sleeps 2
B-4 Cabin
oceanview · sleeps 2
