Rhine Holiday Markets - 8 Days
PAY-IN-FULL at time of booking on or before February 28, 2010 to SAVE A$1,200 per couple (A$600 per person) off twin share cruise only rates on suites or category 1 and 2 staterooms. SAVE A$800 per couple (A$400 per person) on category 3, 4, and 5 staterooms.
OR BOOK and DEPOSIT on or before March 31, 2010 to SAVE A$400 per couple (A$200 per person) off twin share cruise only rates.
Share in the joy of the season while cruising along the legendary Rhine
Switzerland, France, and Germany provide the perfect backdrop for this true connoisseur's Christmas Markets cruise. Visit the delightful Christmas Markets of Basel, Switzerland, and Strasbourg, France.
Then continue on to Germany - where many of our signature holiday traditions began - with stops in lovely Medieval villages such as Heidelberg, Mainz, Rüdesheim, and Koblenz, and the majestic city of Cologne with its UNESCO Gothic cathedral. As you sail along the legendary Rhine, especially the 40 miles along the upper middle Rhine Valley (a UNESCO World Heritage Site), you’ll be captivated by ancient fortresses, Medieval castles, and halftimbered villages - all set in a winter wonderland.
This cruise offers so much! The personality of each country shines even more brightly at this time of year because of each area's special holiday traditions. Share the joy and magic of the season and enter into a festive mood as you enjoy the cozy and intimate holiday atmosphere onboard your exquisitely decorated boutique hotel-style cruise ship.
Who will enjoy this cruise: Shoppers looking for unique gifts and Christmas enthusiasts looking for the origins of many traditions, including Christmas trees, gingerbread, candy canes, and St. Nick!
Basel to Cologne
- Days 1–2 - Basel (embark)
- Day 3 - Strasbourg
- Day 4 - Speyer (Heidelberg)
- Day 5 - Mainz, Rüdesheim
- Day 6 - Cruising the romantic Rhine, Koblenz
- Day 7 - Cologne
- Day 8 - Cologne (disembark), transfer to the airport
Departure Dates:
December 7, 21
Cologne to Basel
- Days 1–2 - Cologne (embark)
- Day 3 - Koblenz, cruising the romantic Rhine, Rüdesheim
- Day 4 - Rüdesheim, Mainz
- Day 5 - Speyer (Heidelberg)
- Day 6 - Strasbourg
- Days 7–8 - Basel (disembark), transfer to the airport
Departure Dates:
Cologne to Basel
Note: Christmas markets are generally open from the beginning of Advent until December 23. Uniworld reserves the right to substitute appropriate sights and excursions in keeping with the celebrations of the season.
| Departure Dates | Total Per Person Twin Share | Single Supplement Option† |
| 30 Nov* | $2,726 | $1,299 |
| 07 Dec | $2,726 | $1,299 |
| 14 Dec* | $2,577 | $1,299 |
| 21 Dec | $2,577 | $1,299 |
Prices in Australian Dollars Only
* On these dates cruise operates from Cologne to Basel. - Prices shown above include cruise in Cat. 5, Moselle Deck.
† Single supplement subject to limited availability. Upgrades as per pricing below, suite upgrade for singles price on application.
- Airfare is not included in these prices. Total price includes port charges. Please contact us for the latest deals.
Note: Christmas markets are generally open from the beginning of Advent until December 23. Uniworld reserves the right to substitute appropriate sights and excursions in keeping with the celebrations of the season.
To upgrade to a higher category, add the following per-person Twin Share price:
| Category 4 | A$225 |
| Category 3 | A$550 |
| Category 2 | A$799 |
| Category 1 | A$1,050 |
| Suite | A$1,799 |
Package Includes:
- 7-night cruise in a riverview stateroom on the regal River Queen
- All meals onboard, prepared using the finest and freshest ingredients
- Complimentary fine wine, beer, and soft drinks during dinner; bottled water in your stateroom; and 24-hour specialty coffees and teas
- 6 shore excursions, fully hosted by English-speaking local guides
- State-of-the-art Quietvox portable audio headset system on all shore excursions
- Captain’s Welcome & Farewell Dinners
- Captivating onboard local entertainment
- Signature lecture: "European Christmas Traditions"
- An experienced Cruise Manager and attentive, all English-speaking staff
- All transfers on arrival and departure days
