Uniworld, Rhine & Main Holiday Markets, River Cruise Vacation Package
Duration: 11 Days / 10 Nights
Priced From: $2,459 pp Dbl. Occ.
Dates: Nov, Dec
Ship: River Duchess
From: Cologne
Cruise the majestic Rhine and meandering Main rivers at this magical time of year, and discover the origins of centuries-old traditions. Relish the charm of Bamberg, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, with its Nativity Walk, and seek treasures at Rothenburg’s medieval-themed Christmas Market.
Admire Nuremberg’s Christmas Angel presiding over Christmas Market activities in her white and golden dress, and delight in the unusual collection of musical instruments at Siegfried’s Mechanical Music Museum in Rüdesheim. Stroll through the bustling stalls of Frankfurt’s grand marketplace, and while in Cologne enjoy several Christmas Markets, including the memorable market front and center outside the majestic cathedral.
Delight in a unique and joyous holiday celebration in the countries where many of our Christmas traditions began.
Who will enjoy this cruise: All will enjoy discovering the origins of many of our beloved Christmas traditions, from decorated trees to candy canes. Shoppers will find unique handcrafted gifts to awe and delight.
Itinerary
AY 1: Depart home gateway city to Cologne
DAY 2: Cologne
Featured Excursion: Walking tour, Cologne Cathedral visit and Christmas Markets
Stroll to Cologne’s cathedral through the narrow streets of Old Town. You’ll have the rest of the day to visit Cologne’s impressive six Christmas markets at your leisure.
DAY 3: Rüdesheim, Cruising the romantic Rhine
Featured Excursion: Siegfried’s Mechanical Music Museum
Visit Siegfried’s Museum, with its unique collection of mechanical musical instruments, housed in Rüdesheim’s 16th-century Brömserhof Mansion. During the afternoon, you’ll sail along the romantic Rhine with its vine-covered slopes and its 40 castles strung like pearls on the river’s edge.
DAY 4: Frankfurt
Featured Excursion: Frankfurt city tour and Christmas Market
Your panoramic tour takes you through the financial hub called Mainhattan and past Old Town, Goethe University, and the Botanical Gardens. Stroll through the historic area around Römer Square, where you’ll find the grand Frankfurt Christmas Market.
DAY 5: Wertheim
Featured Excursion: Wertheim walking tour
Charming Wertheim sits at the confluence of the Main and Tauber rivers. We’ll dock right in the heart of town and explore Wertheim on foot. This postcard-perfect town has a Pointed Tower, a former jail built in 1170, Old Town, Market Square, a 15th-century gothic church, and wonderful shops adorned for the holidays.
DAY 6: Würzburg
Featured Excursion: Würzburg Residenz and Christmas Market
Visit Germany’s most pristine example of baroque architecture—the stunning 18th-century Würzburg Residenz, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Amble through Würzburg’s Christmas Market and then cruise the wonderfully peaceful Main River to Wertheim during the afternoon.
DAY 7: Würzburg (Rothenburg)
Featured Excursion: Full-day Rothenburg and Christmas Market
Travel along parts of the Romantic Road to Rothenburg, celebrated for its well-preserved medieval buildings and its unspoiled setting. Discover this medieval gem on your guided walking tour. Browse one of Germany’s oldest and most celebrated Christmas Markets set amid buildings that date back to the Middle Ages.
DAY 8: Bamberg
Featured Excursion: Bamberg Nativity Walk and Christmas Market
The UNESCO World Heritage city of Bamberg continues its centuries-old tradition with Nativity Scenes stationed throughout the city. Your Bamberg Nativity Walk takes you past many of these beautiful displays. Next, visit the Christmas Market, with its local crafts, smoked sausages, gingerbread, and Rauchbier—Bamberg’s famous smoky beer.
DAY 9: Nuremberg
Featured Excursion: Nuremberg city tour and Christmas Market.
Our panoramic city tour passes the mighty walls with 80 towers that enclose the historic city center. We’ll stop at the medieval Kaiserburg Castle, and then walk through the lively old quarter. Enjoy the festive atmosphere of Nuremberg’s Christkindlesmarkt with its over 200 wooden stalls filled with distinctive gifts and seasonal treats, such as Nuremberg’s world-famous gingerbread.
DAY 10: Nuremberg
Featured Excursion: Arrive at Nuremberg Airport where you’ll be transferred to the ship.
DAY 11: Depart Nuremberg
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