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.
Short Itinerary / Route
- Day 1.
- Cologne (Embark)
- Day 2.
- Cologne
- Day 3.
- Koblenz, Cruising The Romantic Rhine River
- Day 4.
- Rüdesheim, Mainz
- Day 5.
- Germersheim (Baden-Baden)
- Day 6.
- Strasbourg
- Day 7.
- Basel
- Day 8.
- Basel (Disembark)
Countries (2): Germany, Switzerland
Ports of call (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.