Magical Christmas extravaganzas in Switzerland and Alsace along the Rhine (port-to-port cruise) (5 destinations)
Description
Summary
Description
Embark on a magical multi-day tour that will take you through the heart of Switzerland and France, immersing you in the festive spirit of Christmas. This tour is perfect for those who love to explore local culture, taste traditional delicacies, and enjoy the charm of historic cities. From the vibrant city of Basel to the enchanting streets of Strasbourg, you will experience the joy of Christmas markets, learn how to make traditional Alsatian cookies, and indulge in a chocolate tasting at a renowned museum. The tour includes comfortable accommodation, delicious meals, and engaging activities that will make your holiday season unforgettable.
Included
Your cruise with all meals from dinner the first evening to breakfast on the final day
Cabin category of your choice - 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
All meals included - DRINKS INCLUDED with meals and at the bar on boardRefined French cuisine - Gala dinner and evening - Welcome cocktailFree Wi-Fi onboardHeadsets are included for excursionsOfficial welcome from the captain and crewOnboard activitiesTravel assistance and repatriation insuranceAll port fees included
MS Symphonie
Onboard accommodation
Official welcome from the captain and crew
Onboard entertainment
Visits mentioned in program
The assistance of our onboard host/hostess
Emergency/repatriation insurance
All port fees.
Destinations
Basel
Strasbourg
ColmarDaily Itinerary
Day 1 – Day 1: Basel
- Basel - Arrival day
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Welcome to Basel, where your festive journey begins. Board the ship at 5:00 p.m., meet our friendly crew at a welcome cocktail, and enjoy a delicious dinner on board. Afterward, feel free to explore the city at your leisure.
Day 2 – Day 2: Basel to Breisach
- Basel
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- Basel Town Hall
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Start your day with a sweet treat at the Lackerli Huus, famous for its sugar-glazed Basler Läckerli and other chocolates. Return to Basel to explore the largest Christmas market in Switzerland, home to over 150 vendors. In the afternoon, cruise to Breisach while learning how to make traditional Alsatian Christmas cookies, known as bredeles. End the day with enchanting Christmas tales.
Day 3 – Day 3: Breisach to Strasbourg via Riquewihr and Colmar
- Colmar
- Strasbourg
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- Silver Star
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Embark on a full-day adventure to the local Christmas markets in Riquewihr and Colmar. Enjoy a delightful lunch in a typical restaurant in Riquewihr, a charming medieval village nestled among the vineyards. In the afternoon, visit the Choco-Story chocolate museum in Colmar and warm up with a cup of delightful hot chocolate. Discover the city's Christmas market before heading back to the ship. Enjoy a tasting of mulled wine on board as we cruise to Strasbourg.
Day 4 – Day 4: Strasbourg
- Strasbourg - Departure day
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- Strasbourg Museum of Modern and Contemporary Art
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Enjoy breakfast on board before disembarking. Take a tour boat to the center of Strasbourg, the capital of Alsace. Spend your time strolling through the various Christmas markets in the city, known as the 'capital of Christmas'. At 1:30 p.m., transfer to the Croisieurope River Station.
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