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Xmas Markets along the Rhine

Travelling to Rhine from UK Airports, for 5 nights on a Full Board basis Departing anytime for 2 adults and 0 children
from£549/pp
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Highlights of the River Cruise Rhine - A cruise that’s as festive as any sleigh ride. From Cologne to Rüdesheim, Mainz, Frankfurt and Koblenz to Cologne. Magical Christmas markets huddle together in narrow timber-framed streets. Rüdesheim is in the Christmas mood. Celebrate with a glass of punch! Or perhaps with one of the world-famous local wines? Frankfurt’s towering Christmas tree proves that the city is as good at Christmas as it is at finance. One of Germany’s prettiest Christmas markets takes place every winter between the old Römerberg area and the historical St. Paul’s Church. The market and the rest of the city are overflowing with Christmas gift ideas for loved ones. And for yourself. Mainz’s Nikolose Market has a history stretching back more than 200 years. Today you can enjoy a mulled wine and Christmas baking in the market square in front of the mighty cathedral. As you do so, admire the lights twinkling around the colourful Renaissance façades of the historical buildings surrounding the market. The panorama of the Middle Rhine Valley – which, with its enchanting valleys and mountains dotted with knight’s castles, itself calls for a celebration – will accompany you onwards to Koblenz. Wrap up with a scarf and hat, and head out onto the ice! Experience the aroma of sugared almonds as you skate around the romantic rink in this old Roman city, with Christmas music accompanying the clip-clop of picturesque horse-drawn carriages. More Christmassy even than in Santa's grotto. Discover Rüdesheim with A-ROSA Rüdesheim During your Christmas cruise you will visit the center of Rhine Romanticism, which once inspired poets and musicians. For example, Brahms composed his 3rd symphony in Rüdesheim. From a cultural point of view, the most famous place in the Rheingau has a lot to offer, including historic aristocratic estates and fortifications. And of course, the coffee speciality "Rüdesheimer Kaffee", invented here, should not be missed on this day on the Rhine. Skyline Frankfurt in the evening Frankfurt Frankfurt proves that it can do Christmas as well as business with its tall Christmas tree. Between Römerberg and the historic Paulskirche down to the banks of the Main, one of the most beautiful and oldest Christmas markets in Germany takes place every winter. Market and metropolis offer on this Rhine cruise plenty of material for the gift shopping. Regional products such as Bethmännchen, a marzipan pastry with almonds, or hot apple wine are particularly popular. Koblenz Ehrenbreitstein Koblenz The panorama of the Middle Rhine Valley, which is a celebration on its own with its enchanted valleys and medieval castle-adorned mountains, accompanies you all the way to Koblenz. Snuggle up in your scarf and hat - and hit the ice! On the romantic skating rink in the old Roman city, the smell of roasted almonds wafts through the air, and the patter of picturesque horse-drawn carriages mingles with the sounds of Christmas. We think: It doesn't get any more christmassy than on this Rhine cruise.

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    Flights from UK

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    Airport Tax

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    Cabin Bag

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    1 night stay at Flandrischer Hof, Cologne

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    Breakfast included in Cologne Hotel

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    4 Nights Cruise on Full Board Basis

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Flight from UK to Cologne

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The Flandrischer Hof in Cologne, ideally situated in the heart of the city, is known for providing guests with a comfortable and convenient stay. Here's an overview:

Flandrischer Hof, Cologne

Location:

Central Cologne: This hotel is likely positioned centrally in Cologne, offering easy access to the city's main attractions, including the Cologne Cathedral, historic Old Town, and the Rhine River.

Accessibility: Its central location ensures it is well-served by Cologne's public transport, making it convenient for guests to explore the city.

Hotel Room Facilities:

Room Types:

Diverse Options: The hotel probably features various room types such as standard, superior, and suite categories, catering to a range of preferences and needs.

Comfortable and Contemporary: Expect modern furnishings that provide both comfort and style, suitable for both leisure and business travellers.

In-Room Amenities:

Restful Sleep: Rooms are likely to include comfortable beds, ensuring a good night's sleep.

Essential Modern Conveniences: Amenities might consist of a flat-screen TV, Wi-Fi access, and an en-suite bathroom with necessary toiletries.

Workspace: Rooms may also offer a workspace, ideal for business travellers.

Additional Hotel Facilities:

Dining: On-site dining options might include a restaurant and bar, featuring a variety of cuisines.

Additional Amenities: The hotel could also offer facilities such as a fitness center, meeting rooms, and laundry services.

The Flandrischer Hof is an excellent choice for those looking for central accommodation in Cologne, combining comfort and convenience with access to the city's rich cultural and historical sites.

Cologne

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Rüdesheim am Rhein

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Frankfurt

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Koblenz

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Cologne

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Overview

The Flandrischer Hof in Cologne, ideally situated in the heart of the city, is known for providing guests with a comfortable and convenient stay. Here's an overview: Flandrischer Hof, Cologne Location: Central Cologne: This hotel is likely positioned centrally in Cologne, offering easy access to the city's main attractions, including the Cologne Cathedral, historic Old Town, and the Rhine River. Accessibility: Its central location ensures it is well-served by Cologne's public transport, making it convenient for guests to explore the city. Hotel Room Facilities: Room Types: Diverse Options: The hotel probably features various room types such as standard, superior, and suite categories, catering to a range of preferences and needs. Comfortable and Contemporary: Expect modern furnishings that provide both comfort and style, suitable for both leisure and business travellers. In-Room Amenities: Restful Sleep: Rooms are likely to include comfortable beds, ensuring a good night's sleep. Essential Modern Conveniences: Amenities might consist of a flat-screen TV, Wi-Fi access, and an en-suite bathroom with necessary toiletries. Workspace: Rooms may also offer a workspace, ideal for business travellers. Additional Hotel Facilities: Dining: On-site dining options might include a restaurant and bar, featuring a variety of cuisines. Additional Amenities: The hotel could also offer facilities such as a fitness center, meeting rooms, and laundry services. The Flandrischer Hof is an excellent choice for those looking for central accommodation in Cologne, combining comfort and convenience with access to the city's rich cultural and historical sites.

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Description

You travel from one impressive metropolis to the next and can enjoy varied nature and regions alongside the most diverse cities. Along the Rhine, guests will find wild landscapes, lonely castles, romantic villages and lively cities, medieval old towns, half-timbered houses and modern architecture. During a Rhine cruise on the A-ROSA CLEA, however, there are also sections of the Main and Moselle to discover, each with its own unique character. On shore excursions, you can stroll through cities such as Amsterdam, Cologne, Frankfurt am Main, Strasbourg​​​​​​​, Basel or Antwerp and their surroundings.

A-ROSA

A-ROSA Cruises, a European-based river cruise company, was founded in 2000. They operate eleven river vessels throughout Europe, with five designated for International travelers. Guests come from far and wide, offering an international flare to the cruise experience that open up opportunities to learn about different cultures far beyond the ports you will visit. Distinguishing their brand from the status quo, A-ROSA continues to offer their guests a true “escape from the ordinary”.

Creating a home-away-from-home feel, A-ROSA offers a host of shore excursions that allow their guests to best explore castles, country sides, vineyards and museums, as well as some of the continent's most exciting, dynamic and diverse cities. 

With itineraries created specifically for active travellers seeking cultural adventures, explore your passions with food, wine, art, music and history focused cruises and excursions.

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A-ROSA want to make the most precious time of the year for you even better. With special moments, culinary delights and service which is simply perfect. Experience a wonderful way of travelling. The feeling of doing whatever comes to your mind is unexpected. Without any time pressure and without obligations. A-ROSA offers something for everyone: Those who like to be active can go on walks and hikes, cycle on one of the A-ROSA bikes or use the fitness facilities.

Those who want to pamper themselves can enjoy a massage in the wellness area of the SPA-ROSA or relax on the sundeck. Fresh and healthy gourmet cuisine goes without saying for them. Experience the most interesting cities in Europe and their cultural attractions or explore fascinating wonders of nature along our exciting itineraries.

Other Info

  • The order of Ports visited may vary depending on cruise date sailing, please reconfirm with your Cruise Specialist at the time of booking.
  • Special dietary requirements can be informed to the cruise line directly shortly after booking and it is ultimately the cruise lines responsibility.
  • Special dietary requirements can be informed to the cruise line directly shortly after booking and it is ultimately the cruise lines responsibility.
  • Most river cruises are not suitable for people with mobility issues and should not be booked if you have difficulty climbing stairs and/or need a wheelchair onboard.
  • For Ocean cruises, if anyone in your party requires medical or mobility assistance, notify your Cruise Specialist at the time of booking or as soon as possible if circumstances change after booking.
  • We strongly recommend that you have adequate travel insurance to protect against unexpected events that could disrupt your travel plans, such as cancellation, lost baggage, medical emergencies, travel delays, missed departures.
  • All passengers (including all children), should hold their own full 10-year (5 years for children) British Citizen (GBR) passport. The passport should be valid for at least 6 months past your expected return date to the UK, as this is often a criteria for entry to certain countries.
  • All prices are from and subject to availability.
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