December Departure!

Why I chose this offer

My most popular festive river cruise
4 nights aboard the five-star MS Oscar Wilde
Free all-inclusive drinks package
5 included experiences

If you love Christmas markets, twinkling lights, warming Glühwein and the magic of Europe at Christmas, this one is for you!

Sail through the spectacular Rhine Gorge in its beautiful winter setting, discover charming riverside towns and soak up the festive atmosphere of some of Germany’s most enchanting Christmas markets.

YOUR FESTIVE ADVENTURE INCLUDES:
Rüdesheim – Wander through this quintessential Rhine village with its crooked houses, wooded hillsides and magical Christmas atmosphere.
Bonn – Take a guided tour of Germany’s historic former capital and birthplace of Beethoven, with time to explore its lovely Christmas market. Why not return after dinner to see the markets beautifully illuminated?
Cologne – Enjoy a guided orientation tour of the Old Town before having free time to explore one of the city’s seven Christmas markets, including the famous Cathedral Christmas Market with more than 160 festive stalls.
Rhine Gorge – Sail through this dramatic stretch of the Rhine while enjoying a warming glass of Glühwein – the perfect festive moment!
Plus, enjoy a traditional Rhenish folklore show on board with music and storytelling.

WHAT'S INCLUDED:
16th December 2026
Free all-inclusive drinks package
4 nights aboard the five-star MS Oscar Wilde
Return flights from a choice of airports & transfers
Eurostar from St Pancras also available at the same price
Full board dining
5 included experiences
Complimentary tea & coffee
Free Wi-Fi
Expert Riviera Cruise Director & Cruise Host
All port charges & additional taxes
Checked luggage

Imagine waking up somewhere new each morning, enjoying Christmas markets by day, festive drinks and delicious food on board, then sailing through the beautiful Rhine at night.

This is one of my most popular festive cruises, so don't leave it too late!

Based on 2 adults sharing.

Departure date

16th December 2026

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What my customers say

Kerys Williams is the one to book your holiday with. She has been amazing, we literally just sat back and left her to it and she even sent us a thank you card in the post! x

Thank you for your email and itinerary received this morning. In the interest of economy we have decided to assemble our holiday completely independently as in previous years, and would like to thank you for your time spent on our behalf.

Thanx for sorting our Oz n Thailand trip Natalie. Excellent service tailor made our holiday and got us a really good price !

Thanks again, as always your a star.

Liz has the patience of a saint and is meticulous in all that she does. I must have been one of her worst "leaving things to the last minute" travellers but she pulled out all the stops to get me on decent flights and at the accommodation I wanted, all at the most reasonable price. I've no hesitation in recommending her excellent services to others.

Would like to say a big thank you to Natalie Cannell for arranging our holiday. We didn't have to worry about anything but enjoying ourselves. Everything organised with professionalism. The grand finnahlee to our holiday was the Gay Pride weekend, the march and fireworks were amazing and felt as if it was especially for us as it came directly past our apartments. I would recommend Natalie to any of my friends or family if they are looking for the personal touch.

Well Tony Manning , looks like you have come up trumps again. Hotel is fabulous, every thing was spot on could not ask for more ????

Thank you for a fantastic trip.

Thanks Nat for putting together the best break in New York , found flight times to fit in with the schedule & a really well located Hotel. Looking forward to Next year already xx

Hiya Carol, Welcome home to you too. Hope you had a fab one and that the pounds haven’t piled on too heavily . We had a fab time, the ship was lovely and the scenery absolutely stunning. The meal we had at Sindu was, I thought, the best meal of the cruise. There were so many little add on’s that they brought out with the meal that we weren’t expecting and the actual meal was lovely. I would definitely eat there again. We had a great time at the Ice Bar in Bergen, a real giggle. The o

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