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Rhine Valley Christmas Celebration Cruise
Try something unique this holiday season by including our Rhine Valley celebration cruise in your Christmas plans! We’ll explore the charming riverside town of Andernach, spend Christmas Eve soaking up the scenery of Boppard, and enjoy a Christmas Day to remember with free time in Oberwesel. With other highlights including Koblenz, Bonn and Cologne, look forward to the most magical festive season so far!
Places you'll make memories
- Andernach
- Bonn
- Boppard
- Cologne
- Oberwesel
8 days from £1,449pp £2,898 for 2 people Single Room Supplement from £819pp
See datesYour Tour Includes
- 6 nights cruising with full board
- Welcome drink and Captain's Gala Dinner
- Services of a Cruise Director and Manager on board the ship
- Complimentary tea, coffee and Wi-Fi on board the ship
- Local joining points
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Local departure by coach or Home Connect service, then to Belgium for an overnight stay.
Continue to Cologne where we join our ship.
This morning we sail to Andernach, an attractive walled town with a pretty riverside promenade.
During the afternoon, you can join our optional excursion to the picturesque town of Winningen for some wine tasting. Here, you can sample delicious local wines and find out all about the cultivation and origin of the grapes and how they are made into wine.
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Day 3: Winningen and Wine Tasting
- 2026: From £39.00pp
- 2027: From £43.00pp
This optional excursion is available to pre-book or you can book during your tour.
Relax onboard this morning and enjoy the passing scenery as we cruise towards Boppard, where you have the afternoon at leisure to explore. Once a Roman fort, Boppard is made up of lively squares and quiet lanes where traces of its early Roman heritage are evident. Enjoy a relaxing stroll or indulge in a glass or two of some of the best wines the Middle Rhine has to offer.
Merry Christmas! This morning, we leave Boppard and set sail towards Oberwesel. We’ll cruise through the spectacular Rhine Gorge and past the famous Lorelei rock before arriving in Oberwesel, where there’s free time to explore.
We’ll enjoy a traditional Christmas lunch back on board the ship as we cruise towards Koblenz, arriving later this afternoon.
We set sail for Cologne, arriving during the early afternoon. This beautiful city is the largest on the Rhine and is dominated by its cathedral, a gothic masterpiece which hovers above the rooftops. You are free to explore this vibrant city at leisure before we enjoy our final dinner on board this evening.
Return home.
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In 2026, you will stay for six nights on board the MS Serenade 1.
In 2027, you will stay for six nights on board the MS Swiss Crown.
MS Serenade 1
Location:
Offering the perfect synergy of luxury and intimacy, the MS Serenade 1 is guaranteed to surpass all your river cruising expectations. Boasting modern furnishings, stylish décor and beautiful artwork, this impressive vessel features four cabin types, each with outside views, climate control, and an en-suite bathroom with a separate shower and bath. The contemporary restaurant provides delicious cuisine in a sociable setting, whilst the spacious sun deck is the perfect spot to soak up the passing scenery. With a warm, friendly and attentive crew who are always on hand, a fantastic experience is promised aboard the MS Serenade 1.Ship Facilities
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General
- 4 Star
- Bar
- Restaurant
- Lift
Room
- TV
- Tea and Coffee Making Facilities
- Hairdryer
- Safe Box
- Fridge
- Shower and Bath
- Free Wifi
Food & Drink
- Vegetarian Meals
- Lactose or Dairy Free Menu
- Vegan Menu
Service
- Laundry Service
- Gym
Hotel
- Bar
- Restaurant
- Lift
- WiFi Available
MS Swiss Crown
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The 4-star MS Swiss Crown has belonged to the Scylla fleet since 2000 and was renovated in 2019. Adults-only and attentively crewed by 36 dedicated crew members, she carries just 141 passengers across 68 cabins spread over three decks – a scale that makes for an intimate and social experience on the water. On this adults-only vessel, you can enjoy excellent facilities, including a panoramic lounge with comfortable seating, a welcoming bar and stylish restaurant, a choice of five cabin types, a wellness area with a sauna and steam bath, a reading corner, an onboard shop and a spacious sun deck with sun loungers and a plunge pool. An elevator connects all decks, with the exception of the sun deck, and the vessel is fully air-conditioned.Ship Facilities
Need further information? Fill in our enquiry form and we'll get back to you as soon as we can
General
- Outdoor Swimming Pool
- English Speaking Staff
- 4 Star
- Restaurant
- Lift
Room
- TV
- Hairdryer
- Safe Box
- Air Conditioning
- Shower
- Chargable WiFi
Accessibility
- Fridge Available for Medical Requirements
Food & Drink
- Vegetarian Meals
- Gluten Free Meals on Request
- Vegan Menu
Hotel
- Swimming Pool
- English Speaking Staff
- Restaurant
- Lift
Single Supplement from £819.00
