Christmastime on the Danube (Westbound)—Avalon Waterways
Though most of Avalon Waterways' Christmas-themed cruises for the year have sold out, travelers can still snag a room on this nine-day river cruise from Vienne to Prague on the Danube.
Guided sightseeing tours take guests to Christmas markets in Vienna, Regensburg, Nuremburg, and Prague. The tour through Vienna's Christmas markets will be a culinary one, offering a chance to sample some of the country's most beloved holiday goodies. The cruise also includes several wine tastings, and a tour of Nuremberg's Old Town, which becomes illuminated with festive lights and bustling stalls during the holidays.
Dates: December 3 to 11 and 15 to 23, 2017
Rate: Starting at $2,290 per person
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Christmas Markets Along the Rhine (Tauck River Cruising)
Rooms are filling up fast on this eight-day cruise from Tauck, which takes guests along the Rhine River. Onboard, holiday touches include tree-trimming parties and seasonal décor. The itinerary has several market visits, including Aachen, Rudesheim, Heidelberg, Baden-Baden, Strasbourg, Colmar, and Riquewihr.
From exploring living nativity sets in Baden-Baden to sampling crepes, sausages, baguettes, and chocolates in Colmar, this cruise promises an itinerary filled with festive cheer.
Dates: Launching December 2 and December 10, 2017
Rate: Starting at $3,780 per person