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Unwrap the Magic of Christmas and New Year River Cruises

First Published: 19th June 2023
The holiday season is a magical time, a time for family, for joy and celebrations. But how about adding an extra sprinkle of enchantment to the festivities this year? Consider booking a river cruise, a unique and memorable way to celebrate the Festive Season.

The holiday season is a magical time, a time for family, for joy and celebrations. But how about adding an extra sprinkle of enchantment to the festivities this year? Consider booking a river cruise, a unique and memorable way to celebrate the Festive Season.

Taking in some of Europe’s most beautiful landscapes along the Rhine and Danube or France and Portugal, Christmas river cruising provides an unforgettable, celebratory experience for all ages. The beauty of a river cruise is not just in the stunning landscapes you pass by or the exciting destinations you visit, but also in the many onboard activities and gala meals and treats. There is always something exciting happening, ensuring that there’s never a dull moment during your holiday1.

Tailor Your Festive Voyage

Whether you want a shorter 6-night round trip from Budapest or Cologne, or a luxurious 14-night all-inclusive cruise sailing from Amsterdam to Budapest, there are options to suit your preferences and schedule. You can enjoy Christmas away and also include the new year celebration in your journey.

Here are some cruise options that we have hand-picked for you:

New Year on the Danube: A 6-day round trip from Budapest. It’s a great option for those who want to start their New Year with a bang, right on the Danube.

Enticing Douro: An 8-day round trip from Porto, Portugal. This trip is perfect for those who want to experience the beauty of Portugal and its Christmas traditions.

Colours of Provence: This 8-day trip takes you from Lyon to Arles in France. Get ready to experience the French way of celebrating the holidays.

Majestic Capitals of the Danube: A 6-day journey from Budapest to Vienna. This is a fantastic option for those who want to experience the Christmas magic in two iconic European capitals.

Iconic Christmas Markets: An 8-day cruise from Nuremberg to Budapest. This trip is all about experiencing the magic of Europe’s Christmas markets.

Christmas Markets on the Danube: Another 8-day journey that takes you from Budapest to Vilshofen. It’s an excellent option for those who can’t get enough of European Christmas markets.

Christmas & New Year: A 16-day journey from Amsterdam to Budapest. This is the ultimate holiday experience, allowing you to celebrate both Christmas and New Year on the cruise.

Magnificent Europe: A 15-day journey from Amsterdam to Budapest. This option is great for those who want to explore Europe more extensively during the holiday season.

So, if you’re ready to take advantage of the holiday season as an opportunity to explore new cultures, beauty spots, or just relax onboard with friends and family at a unique time of year – one thing is certain: A luxury Christmas river cruise this Christmas/New Year has something special in store for everyone!

We offer a market-leading selection of the best Christmas river cruising available over the Christmas and New Year period. Take a festive river cruise through Europe with dining and drinks included. Book your Christmas river cruise 2023 & 2024 now and get ready to embark on a journey that you will remember for a lifetime!

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We treat every enquiry as if it was for a close friend. Our warm and expert approach has resulted in many personal referrals and using our expertise to identify the right cruises has generated trust within the river cruising community. We only recommend river cruises that we’ve identified as being the best available and we’ll always advise you of all your options.

Book at the same price as going directly to the tour operator. There are no booking fees and no hidden charges.

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