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The magic of Alsatian Christmas markets
Basel, the largest Christmas market in Switzerland
The Strasbourg Christmas market, one of the oldest in the world
Visit the Läckerli Huus, a delicious Swiss tradition
Christmas delights Hot chocolate, gingerbread, Christmas cookies, and mulled wine
The charming Alsatian village of Riquewihr and its Christmas market
The charming Alsatian village of Riquewihr and its Christmas market
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Step into a winter wonderland on the "Magical Christmas Extravaganzas in Alsace and Switzerland along the Rhine" cruise. Beginning in Strasbourg and ending in Basel, this 4-day cruise tour immerses you in the festive spirit of Strasbourg’s Christmas market, Riquewihr’s medieval charm, and Colmar’s picturesque Little Venice. Finish your voyage in Basel, sampling traditional spice cookies and exploring Switzerland’s largest holiday market. With cozy cabin accommodations and a carefully curated itinerary, this cruise is your gateway to Europe’s most beloved seasonal traditions, perfect for anyone craving a cheerful and flavorful holiday escape.
Passengers are welcome to board at 5:00 p.m. in Strasbourg. Welcome cocktail. Transfer to the city center of Strasbourg. Enjoy time on your own strolling through the various Christmas markets in the capital of Alsace. The smell of mulled wine and gingerbread mixed with the holiday decorations and the immense Christmas tree in the city center are what make Strasbourg the "capital of Christmas." The market first began in 1570 and is one of the oldest in the world.We'll return to the ship for dinner.Our ship will begin to cruise to Breisach.
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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