These Holiday Cruises Will Take You to Christmas Markets Around Europe

Christmas Markets in Alsace (CroisiEurope Cruises)

The Christmas market in Strasbourg, France, is the oldest one in Europe, dating back to 1570, and this four-day cruise from CroisiEurope takes you into the heart of it. Stops along the way include tasting the bredeles — biscruits that are traditionally baked during the holidays — at the Maison du Pain d'Alsace.

 

In Strasbourg, guests will also be able to explore wine cellars that date back to 1472 and visit the Christmas market of Eguisheim.

 

Dates: December 3 to 17, 2017

Rate: Starting at $942 per person

Dashing Through the Danube (Contiki)

This eight-day river cruise through four different countries is geared towards travelers aged 18 to 35.

 

The cruise starts in Regensburg, Germany. After exploring Regensburg's Christmas markets, guests come back onboard for a mixology class and traditional Bavarian dinner. The cruise will continue to Christmas markets in Passau, Vienna, and Budapest.

 

Fun additions on the cruise include castle ice-skating lessons in Budapest and onboard lessons in making Viennese desserts.

 

Dates: December 9 to 27, 2017

Rate: Starting at $1,839