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Cologne & the Rhine Valley Christmas Markets Cruise – MS Serenade 1

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Embark on a magical journey with the Cologne & the Rhine Valley Christmas Markets Cruise aboard the MS Serenade 1. This enchanting river cruise takes you through the breathtaking landscapes of the Rhine Gorge, offering stops at some of Europe's largest and most festive Christmas markets. Explore the charming UNESCO World Heritage site of Rudesheim, where you can wander through the delightful Christmas Market or join optional excursions to the Mechanical Music Museum and a traditional wine cellar. Sail to Koblenz to experience its vibrant market, and finally, discover the festive spirit of Cologne, with its bustling markets around the cathedral and old town. Enjoy four nights of full-board accommodation on the MS Serenade 1, with convenient coach travel from the UK included. This cruise promises a delightful blend of festive cheer, cultural exploration, and scenic beauty along the iconic Rhine River.

Highlights
  • Embark on a delightful Rhine River tour and immerse yourself in the festive spirit in style
  • Cruise through breathtaking wonderlands and experience the splendour of the Rhine Gorge whilst enjoying fantastic ports of call at some of Europe's largest Christmas markets
  • Explore the enchanting UNESCO World Heritage site of Rüdesheim, delve into the magic of Koblenz
Accommodation
You will stay for four nights on a full-board basis aboard the MS Serenade 1. 
Destinations
  • Europe
  • Germany
Tour Types
  • Festive and New Year
  • Sightseeing
  • Cultural
  • Wine Tasting
  • Shopping
  • River Cruise

Location: Cologne

Local departure by coach or Door-to-Door service, then to Cologne and join our ship today. Enjoy a peaceful evening as we sail towards Rüdesheim.

Accommodation Name: MS Serenade 1

Location: Rüdesheim

<p>Relax this morning as we cruise along the Rhine through the astonishing gorge, passing by the incredible landmark of Lorelei. In the early afternoon, we arrive into Rüdesheim where you have free time to enjoy the Christmas Market, a delightful event held in the town’s chocolate-box old quarter. </p><p> Alternatively, you can join our optional excursion, 'Rüdesheim Delights', visiting the wonderful Mechanical Music Museum of Siegfried before enjoying a delicious mug of glühwein. This evening, there is also the opportunity to join our excursion to a traditional wine cellar to sample some of the region’s delicious wine. </p>

Accommodation Name: MS Serenade 1

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Location: Koblenz

This morning we sail to Koblenz, at the confluence of the Rhine and Moselle rivers. Here, we have free time to visit the Koblenz Christmas Market, with over 130 festively decorated wooden stalls offering a range of handmade gifts and Christmas decorations. Enjoy a glass of glühwein whilst listening to festive music playing. Alternatively, you can explore the city’s quaint lanes and atmospheric squares filled with beautiful old buildings.

Accommodation Name: MS Serenade 1

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Location: Cologne

After breakfast, we cruise up the Rhine to discover the beautiful city of Cologne. The hive of festive activity takes place around the cathedral and the old town, where you will find a maze of pretty stalls also offering outstanding arts and crafts. There are also a number of smaller markets to enjoy including the Harbour Christmas Markets held on the Rhine, with snowy white pagoda tents reminiscent of a ship’s sails.

Accommodation Name: MS Serenade 1

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Location: Cologne

Return home.

Meals: Breakfast

Included
  • Accommodation
    -As detailed in the itinerary
  • Additional Services
    -Travel from a wide range of convenient joining points across the UK is included within your coach holiday price; some carry a supplement. Please contact us for our full list of joining points.
  • Airport Transfers at Destination
    -This trip includes coach travel from/to a local UK joining point
  • Fully Guided
  • International Travel
  • Meals
    -As detailed in the itinerary
  • Transport
    -Comfortable, air-conditioned motorcoach

Not Included
  • Insurance
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No
Yes
Please contact us and we will check to see whether you can visit a particular cemetery on any of our Battlefield Tours, if we are not able to fit it into our itinerary then you could take some time out of the tour and do this independently by taxi or public transport.
Sole use of your own room on all Single Traveller holidays: means you still get your privacy and time out from the group.
40 years
Yes
On Leger Coach Holidays, your allowance is one medium sized suitcase per person, which should weigh no more than 20kg when full.
Some tours carry a supplement for solo travellers, please ask for details if the Single price is not shown
As detailed in the itinerary
Low
Please contact us for latest Covid-19 policies
You will travel on either our Luxuria Coach or our Silver Service Coach
Yes
Yes
Fully escorted by our experienced drivers/crews. And in most towns and cities we either include or offer optional sightseeing tours with expert local guides to help you get the most from your visits.

You will have the option to book your own flights independently with the operator.

Dates Price Availability
01-Dec-2025
for 0 Nights 		Standard Room £969.00
08-Dec-2025
for 0 Nights 		Standard Room £969.00
30-Nov-2026
for 0 Nights 		Standard Room £1029.00
07-Dec-2026
for 0 Nights 		Standard Room £1029.00
29-Nov-2027
for 0 Nights 		Standard Room £1089.00
06-Dec-2027
for 0 Nights 		Standard Room £1089.00

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This tour is operated by Leger Holidays

5 days from £969 pp exc.flights; Enquire
Start:cologne
Finish:Cologne, Germany
Suitable for: 0-99
Physical rating:Low
Meals:4 breakfasts, 3 lunches, 4 dinners
Diets:Vegetarians
Tour operated in: English
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Tour Reference: c-tbc6
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