Mainz Christmas market

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Christmas on the Rhine Cruise

Celebrate Christmas along the Rhine, calling at pretty German riverside port cities, illuminated by glittering lights and decked with traditional decorations.

Step aboard a Premium All-Inclusive cruise for a magical five-night journey along one of Europe’s most enchanting rivers. Embrace a schedule of festive on-board activities, indulge in buffet dinners, sip cocktails in cosy lounge bars, and escape the winter’s chill for treatments in the spa.

Travelling along a southern stretch of the Rhine, you’ll stop off in picturesque Rüdesheim, spend a special Christmas Eve in the ancient city of Speyer, with its UNESCO-listed cathedral, and an unforgettable Christmas in Strasbourg, complete with a guided walking tour. Time will also be enjoyed in medieval Mainz and old-world Koblenz, where you’ll embark on an atmospheric evening walking tour. Finally, you’ll glide through the spectacular Loreley Valley before you return to the cathedral city of Cologne.

Top Highlights

Koblenz Christmas market

Venture on an evening walking tour of Koblenz, taking in the sights by night

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Visit Mainz with its medieval buildings and sail through the dramatic Loreley Valley

Christmas Market Cologne

Wander around the Christmas markets of Cologne

Strasbourg, France

Celebrate Boxing day in Strasbourg, perhaps soaking up the festivity at its world-famous cathedral

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Further Highlights

Experience six ports of call

Discover charming Rüdesheim and its atmospheric old town on Christmas Eve

Spend Christmas Day in Speyer, with its cathedral, one of the most famous High Romanesque cathedrals in Germany

What the price includes

  • Five nights' Premium All-Inclusive cruise accommodation
  • 14 meals
  • A guided tour of Speyer
  • An evening guided tour of Koblenz
  • Return travel from the UK to Cologne (unless you select our Tour Only option)
  • Included coach transfers to the ship (unless you select our Tour Only option)
  • On-board activities and entertainment
  • Buffet dining with live cooking stations
  • Flexible mealtimes
  • A FREE unlimited Premium All-Inclusive drinks package including water, soft drinks, speciality teas and coffees, beer, wine, spirits and cocktails throughout the day and evening
  • Occasional regional treats and specialities to complement your destination that day
  • Afternoon tea with freshly prepared cakes and pastries
  • The services of a Cruise Director and experienced English-speaking crew

Dates & Prices

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Accommodation

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A-ROSA CLEA River CruiseEach of A-ROSA's elegant river cruise vessels has been built specifically for the river upon which it sails, offering spacious, contemporary public areas, light, bright cabins and a casual-yet-stylish cruising experience.

Further Information

Travelling to Europe

Terms and Conditions:

Save up to £400 per couple offer is valid on new 2026 A-ROSA river cruise bookings made from 12am on 1st November to 31 March 2026 inclusive, and cannot be retrospectively applied to bookings already confirmed. All offers are subject availability and may be withdrawn without notice at any time. Discount amounts are already included in advertised fares, these may vary on selected departures, are not combinable with any other offers and apply to full-paying passengers only. These offers do not apply to any other Newmarket Holidays products.

Cruises are provided by A-ROSA river cruises. A-ROSA river cruises reserves the right to cancel, change or amend any cruise at short notice. Holidays booked with Newmarket Holidays are financially protected in accordance with ABTA, ATOL & ABTOT regulations. Newmarket Holidays Limited is a company registered in England and Wales. Registered number: 02238316.

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