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Rhine Christmas Markets

Düsseldorf to Basel

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8 days, 3 countries, 8 cities

Meals

7 Breakfasts, 6 Lunches, 7 Dinners

Activity Level

Balanced

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Rhine Christmas Market Cruise between Basel and Düsseldorf
Sail through the heart of Europe on a festive journey along the Rhine. Explore storybook towns, twinkling Christmas markets and local traditions from Düsseldorf to Basel. With guided walks, seasonal tastes and optional adventures along the way, this river cruise blends cultural highlights with the magic of the holidays.
How you’ll travel

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A more local take on river cruising.
Ships with a sense of place
Regional flavours and entertainment
Deluxe river cruise travel
Warm service from our own team

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Basel to Düsseldorf

Basel to Düsseldorf

Rhine Christmas Market Cruise from Basel to Düsseldorf

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£3,349

Düsseldorf to Basel

Düsseldorf to Basel

Rhine Christmas Market Cruise from Düsseldorf to Basel

From

£2,949

Basel to Düsseldorf

Basel to Düsseldorf

Rhine Christmas Market Cruise from Basel to Düsseldorf

From

£3,349

Düsseldorf to Basel

Düsseldorf to Basel

Rhine Christmas Market Cruise from Düsseldorf to Basel

From

£2,949

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Day By Day Itinerary

8-day itinerary from Düsseldorf to Basel visiting 3 countries and 8 cities.

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