A Bountiful Christmas in Alsace and the Black Forest (port-to-port cruise)
Description
Summary
Description
Embark on a magical four-day journey, cruising through the heart of Europe, experiencing the festive spirit of Christmas markets, and exploring the rich cultural heritage of the region. This multi-day tour offers a unique blend of relaxation, exploration, and entertainment. From the comfort of your cabin, you'll witness the stunning landscapes of Breisach and Freiburg, delve into traditional arts and crafts in the Black Forest, and get a taste of the past in the ecomuseum of Alsace. The tour culminates in the enchanting town of Colmar, where the aroma of cinnamon and spices fill the air, guiding you through the vibrant Christmas markets. This tour is a perfect blend of comfort, culture, and Christmas cheer.
Included
Accommodation is included
Official welcome from the captain and crew
The excursions mentioned in the program (including transportation and guide)
Travel assistance and repatriation insurance
Travel assistance and repatriation insurance
All port fees.
Your cruise with all meals from dinner the first evening to breakfast on the final day - Drinks included on board (excluding special cards) and a drinks package for meals taken outside the ship (1/4 wine or 1 mineral water and 1 coffee per person and per meal)
Welcome cocktail
Lunch on D2 and D3
Refined French cuisine - DRINKS INCLUDED with meals and at the bar on boardFree Wi-Fi in lounge and barHeadsets are included for excursionsOfficial welcome from the captain and crewOnboard activitiesTravel assistance and repatriation insuranceAll port fees included
Daily Itinerary
Day 1 – Day 1: Welcome Aboard
Day 1: Welcome Aboard
Your journey begins at 6:00 p.m. as you board our ship. After settling into your cabins, join us for a welcome cocktail where you'll meet our friendly crew. A delightful dinner awaits you, followed by an evening filled with entertainment.
Day 2 – Day 2: Breisach to Freiburg
Day 2: Breisach to Freiburg
Start your day with a serene cruise before reaching Breisach. After a delightful lunch onboard, we journey to Freiburg to explore the city and its vibrant Christmas Market. Discover the diverse traditional arts and crafts of the Black Forest, including blown glass and colorful wooden toys. We return to Breisach for a festive evening onboard.
Day 3 – Day 3: Ungersheim to Colmar
Day 3: Ungersheim to Colmar
We start the day with a trip to Ungersheim, where we visit the ecomuseum of Alsace, beautifully adorned for Christmas. After lunch, we continue to Colmar, where the magic of Christmas comes alive. The scents of cinnamon and spices guide you through the town's five Christmas markets. We return onboard for an evening of entertainment as we cruise to Strasbourg.
Day 4 – Day 4: Farewell
Day 4: Farewell
Enjoy one last buffet breakfast onboard before disembarking at 9:00 a.m. This marks the end of our services and your memorable journey.
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