Magical Christmas extravaganzas in Switzerland and Alsace along the Rhine (port-to-port cruise)
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- No booking fees
- COVID-19protected
- Explorer
- Young Adults
- duration 4 days
- tour type Cruise
- age requirement 35-79 yrs
- max group size 16
- guiding method Fully guided
- Tour Code BM-40021
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Footprint
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- Operated in English
- Starts Basel, Switzerland
- Ends Strasbourg, France +3
HIGHLIGHTS
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- Basel, the largest Christmas market in Switzerland
- The magic of Alsatian Christmas markets
- Christmas delights: Hot chocolate, gingerbread, Christmas cookies, and mulled wine
- Visit the Läckerli Huus, a delicious Swiss tradition
- The Strasbourg Christmas market, one of the oldest in the world
- The charming Alsatian village of Riquewihr and its Christmas market
- All meals included - DRINKS PACKAGE INCLUDED with meals
- Refined French cuisine - Gala dinner and evening - Welcome cocktail
- Free Wi-Fi onboard
- Official welcome from the captain and crew
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On this explorer trip you will set out in Basel and end in Strasbourg. With the tour "Magical Christmas Extravaganzas In Switzerland And Alsace Along The Rhine (port-to-port Cruise)" you will be cruising through Strasbourg, Riquewihr and Colmar in France, Germany and Switzerland over 4 days. The tour "Magical Christmas Extravaganzas In Switzerland And Alsace Along The Rhine (port-to-port Cruise)" includes cabin accommodation and more, per the package includes section further below.
You'll begin your vacation by learning about the longtime holiday traditions found around Basel, Switzerland. We'll visit the Läckerli Huus—home of traditional spice cookies—and the largest Christmas market in the country. You'll then discover Alsace dressed up to the nines for the holidays! You'll visit the medieval village of Riquewihr, the magic of Little Venice in Colmar, and Strasbourg's Christmas market and its giant tree. Enticing smells and delicious flavors mix perfectly with the friendly atmosphere found under the festive lights.
You'll begin your vacation by learning about the longtime holiday traditions found around Basel, Switzerland. We'll visit the Läckerli Huus—home of traditional spice cookies—and the largest Christmas market in the country. You'll then discover Alsace dressed up to the nines for the holidays! You'll visit the medieval village of Riquewihr, the magic of Little Venice in Colmar, and Strasbourg's Christmas market and its giant tree. Enticing smells and delicious flavors mix perfectly with the friendly atmosphere found under the festive lights.
ITINERARY
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Day 1: Basel
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Day 2: Basel - Breisach
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Day 3: Breisach - Riquewihr - Colmar
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Day 4: Strasbourg
WHAT'S INCLUDED
WHAT'S EXCLUDED
Accommodation
- Cabin category of your choice
Meals
- Your cruise with all meals from dinner the first evening to breakfast on the final day
- Drinks with meals (1/4 wine or 1 mineral water and 1 coffee per person and per meal)
Others
- Onboard entertainment
- Visits mentioned in program
- Welcome cocktail
- Emergency/repatriation insurance
- All port fees.
- Any international flights to Basel and from Strasbourg are not included in this price. We always recommend that you arrive 1 day prior to your tour starting date.
- Travel insurance is not included in this Magical Christmas extravaganzas in Switzerland and Alsace along the Rhine (port-to-port cruise) tour. Travel insurance is mandatory to buy. World Nomads' travel insurance has been designed by travelers for travelers.
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CANCELLATION
No additional cancellation fees apply for this Magical Christmas extravaganzas in Switzerland and Alsace along the Rhine (port-to-port cruise) tour. You can cancel the tour up to 65 days prior departure and avoid paying the full amount, but your deposit paid is non-refundable. No refund applies for cancellations within 64 days of departure.
PaymentFor any tour departures within 01 July 2024, full payment is required. For tours that depart later than 01 July 2024, a deposit of 30% is required to confirm this tour, and the remaining balance will be charged 64 days before trip departure.
Travel InsuranceMagical Christmas extravaganzas in Switzerland and Alsace along the Rhine (port-to-port cruise) tour requires that you have adequate and valid travel insurance covering medical and personal accidents, including repatriation costs and emergency evacuation. World Nomads offers travel insurance for independent travelers and intrepid families.
VisaFor this Magical Christmas extravaganzas in Switzerland and Alsace along the Rhine (port-to-port cruise) tour getting the required visa(s) is the responsibility for each individual traveller, as visa requirements vary depending on your nationality. We recommend to check with your local embassies representing the countries that you are traveling to, as part of this itinerary.
COVID-19 Safety MeasuresThis trip incorporates the following COVID-19 measures:
- Thorough hygiene practices and general health & safety measures has been implemented on this trip to protect against COVID-19. Highest standards of hygiene and cleanliness will be followed in all the hotels and restaurants.
- All travelers and tour guides, and drivers are required to use a mask to cover the mouth and nose during excursions, activities and on vehicles. Disinfectants will be available from tour guides during the tour.
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