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Christmas Markets on the Rhine

A procession of Germany's most beloved Christmas markets lines this holiday sailing along the Rhine. Cologne's cathedral-side market and Rüdesheim's charming Drosselgasse each hold their own festive character, framed by the river's winter landscapes.

Duration7 nights
RiversRhine
CountriesFrance, Germany, Netherlands, Switzerland
Duration7 nights
RiversRhine
CountriesFrance, Germany, Netherlands, Switzerland

Highlights of your Christmas Markets Experience

Markets in every port
Markets in every port
Every stop on this sailing has been chosen for its holiday markets. Get a stall-by-stall guide and expert recommendations so you can find the gifts you’re looking for.
A ship that feels like the season
A ship that feels like the season
Surround yourself in the holiday spirit aboard the ship, with garlands, twinkling lights, and a beautiful tree adorning, and a helpful crew.
Local choirs and festive evenings
Local choirs and festive evenings
Regional performers come aboard through the sailing for carols, brass, and holiday music, so the celebration continues after the markets close.

What's included with your cruise

An opened luggage on top of a bed in a stateroom
More room to breathe
  • Choose from suites, solo staterooms, and connecting rooms. Most include our signature twin balconies.
  • Daily housekeeping and turn-down service
  • Bathrobe, slippers and full bathroom amenities
  • Refillable water bottle to take with you
  • Onboard WiFi
chefs preparing a fresh meal
A flavor for every moment
  • All onboard meals
  • The Chef's Table, specialty restaurant
  • Wine, beer, and soft drinks with meals
  • Specialty coffee and tea
  • Sip & Sail cocktail hour daily
  • All-day snacks in the Lark Lounge
  • Welcome cocktail reception
back lit bicycle ride
Adventures on your terms
  • Choose from up to six expert-led experiences each day
  • Gentle, regular and active options are available for most activities
  • Wellness Host with daily fitness, stretch and meditation classes on most sailing
Riding bikes through Antwerp
Designed for the way you travel
  • A Cruise Manager who knows everything about your route and will lead your journey the whole way
  • Regional music and performances
  • Experiences for solo travelers
  • Onshore experiences, onboard amenities, and port charges included

Sister ships AmaStella and AmaLea have switched itineraries for the rest of 2026. All sailings listed as AmaStella below will now sail on AmaLea, offering the same exceptional experience you expect.

Important: Dates, fares & itineraries are subject to change.

Port Charges (included in cruise price): $250 per person in 2026. $280 per person in 2027. $290 per person in 2028.

Single Supplement for Cruise: 50% of per person double occupancy fare; Suites 100% of per person double occupancy fare.

Single Supplement for Land: A single supplement charge will be applied to pre- and post-cruise hotel extensions. Please ask your travel advisor or call for pricing details.

Bedding: Please select bedding configuration at the time of booking.

Option A: Two twin beds

Option B: One large bed (larger than queen size).

Terms & Conditions

All rates are per person in USD, cruise-only, include port fees, and are based on double occupancy in an entry-level stateroom unless otherwise noted. Offers apply to select sailings and new bookings only. Unless a reduced single supplement is specifically stated, solo travelers in double-occupancy staterooms must pay the full single supplement before receiving any discounts. Ask about Solo Traveler promotions. Offers are not combinable with other promotions or discounts, are capacity-controlled, subject to availability, and may change or end without notice. Stateroom upgrades, optional land programs, and airfare are not included. Additional restrictions apply. AmaWaterways reserves the right to correct errors or omissions at any time.

Ships

AmaCerto
Life on AmaCerto feels lively yet personal, whether you’re relaxing in a spacious stateroom, sharing regionally inspired meals, or sipping a drink at the Sun Deck’s swim-up bar as the river drifts by
Staterooms: 81
Passengers: 162
AmaLucia
AmaLucia sails Europe’s great rivers, where the luxury of space, thoughtful touches, and moments of discovery on and off the ship create a voyage that feels both comfortable and inspiring
Staterooms: 78
Passengers: 156
AmaPrima
Following Europe’s legendary rivers, AmaPrima sails past castle-studded hillsides and vineyard valleys
Staterooms: 81
Passengers: 162
AmaSiena
From floor-to-ceiling windows in the lounge to sunlight on the Sun Deck, AmaSiena surrounds guests with open, elegant spaces that let Europe’s rivers feel close at hand
Staterooms: 78
Passengers: 156
AmaStella
Cruise along Europe’s iconic rivers on the AmaStella, where intimate scale, attentive service, and elegant rooms and gathering places create a ship as memorable as the journey itself
Staterooms: 78
Passengers: 156
AmaViola
On AmaViola, life along the Danube, Rhine, Main, and Moselle flows seamlessly on board, from river-view staterooms and regionally inspired cuisine to an atmosphere as memorable as Vienna’s boulevards or the Rhine Gorge
Staterooms: 78
Passengers: 156
Artist rendering of AmaFiora cruising the Rhine River surrounded by green hills and castles in Germany
AmaFiora
Set to debut in 2027, AmaFiora will bring the beauty of the Rhine to life with elegant, twin-balcony staterooms, cuisine rooted in local flavors, and nightly entertainment in the lively Main Lounge.
Staterooms: 76
Passengers: 152
AmaSofia
Debuting Spring 2026, AmaSofia brings AmaWaterways’ signature warmth to the Rhine and Danube, inviting you to settle into twin-balcony comfort and savor every moment on the river
Staterooms: 76
Passengers: 152
AmaMaria
Staterooms: 76
Passengers: 152

Frequently Asked Questions

Why travelers choose AmaWaterways

Christmas Markets on the Rhine (Christmas Markets)

“It was also really nice that the tours had built-in free time so that we could do some things just for our kids. Europe is so family-friendly; we always felt the kids were welcome – especially at the Christmas Markets, which are designed for families.”

JV
Jennifer V.
Christmas Markets on the Rhine (Christmas Markets)

“At the Christmas Markets, my older boys, Diego and Mateo, were obsessed with trying the sausages, “pasta in a cone” and all the desserts. We collected glühwein mugs from every city and bought some keepsakes for the kids, including a cherished amulet for Sofia.”

JV
Jennifer V.
Captivating Rhine

“I’ve sailed the Rhine River three times now and been to Siegfried’s Mechanical Musical Instrument Cabinet every time. It was a totally different experience the third time when I experienced the museum through my new friends’ eyes.”

KD
Kathy D.

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