Highlights
The Christmas Market in Freiburg, one of the most beautiful in Germany
Explore Colmar and its magical Christmas market in the heart of the old town
Christmas Spirit and traditions at the Ecomuseum of Alsace
Itinerary
Cruise along the Rhine and step into a holiday wonderland with "A Bountiful Christmas in Alsace and the Black Forest (port-to-port cruise)." Over 4 days, starting and ending in Strasbourg, this tour sails through France and Germany, visiting Strasbourg, Breisach, and Colmar. Enjoy the heartwarming glow of illuminated Christmas markets, indulge in festive treats like mulled wine and gingerbread, and explore Colmar—a city celebrated for its art, history, and exceptional heritage. The unique highlight here is the chance to experience both French and German Christmas traditions in one seamless journey, ensuring magical discoveries at every stop.
day 1 - Strasbourg
Passengers are welcome to board our ship at 6:00 p.m. After comfortably settling into your cabins, we'll introduce our crew at a welcome cocktail. Dinner tonight will be followed by an evening of entertainment.
day 2 - Strasbourg - Breisach - Freiburg (germany) - Breisach
This morning will be spent cruising. We'll reach Breisach late this morning enjoy lunch on board. We'll continue on to Freiburg to discover the city and its Christmas Market. You'll be amazed by the incredible diversity of traditional arts and crafts to be found in the Black Forest such as blown glass and colorful wooden toys. We'll return on board in Breisach in a Christmas atmosphere. Enjoy an evening of entertainment.
day 3 - Breisach - Ecomuseum Of Alsace - Colmar - Breisach
We'll leave with our hostess towards Ungersheim. You'll get a sense of how Alsatians used to celebrate Christmas in the past at the ecomuseum of Alsace, all adorned for this very special time of year. After lunch in a restaurant, we'll continue on to Colmar where Christmas is a magical experience. The appealing scents of cinnamon and other spices will guide you through the alleyways of the five Christmas markets spread out in the shopping streets of the town. We'll return on board for an evening of entertainment. Our ship will cruise to Strasbourg through the night.
day 4 - Strasbourg
Enjoy one last buffet breakfast on board before disembarking at 9:00 a.m. End of our services.
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Scenic Jasper
Built in 2015 and 2016 to join our European fleet the Scenic Jasper, Opal and Amber are the latest generation of Space-Ships, complete with vitality pool, sun deck and a range of exclusive dining venues.
MS Elbe Princesse II
The MS Elbe Princesse II, joining its identical sister ship - Elbe Princesse - was inaugurated in 2018 and cruises the Elbe River. It is CroisiEurope’s third paddle riverboat and our second ship to travel between Berlin and Prague. The interior is decorated in natural tones - khaki, emerald, and anise - reminiscent of the abundant nature along the riverbanks. Velvet and brass highlights on the furniture add a cozy and chic allure.The main deck cabins have large windows, and the upper deck cabins feature a French balcony with sliding-glass doors. All meals during the cruise are served in the restaurant on the main deck, which can be accessed directly from the lounge and bar. The restaurant is surrounded by panoramic windows that give fantastic views of the scenery as it flows by. The lounge and bar on the stern of the upper deck is where cocktails, games, dancing, and other funfilled evenings take place.The lounge has outdoor access so you can have a drink while enjoying the feel of the open air. The sun deck, with chairs and sun loungers, is the best place on theship for an unobstructed view of the sites.
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