Revel in yuletide cheer as you discover beloved European holiday traditions during this scenic 12-day cruisetour. Admire festive seasonal displays in Paris, the vibrantly lit facade of the cathedral in Reims and Alsatian bonhomie in Strasbourg. Browse stalls full of local delicacies and handicrafts at the charming Christmas markets of Trier, Koblenz and Mannheim, and enjoy a warm mug of glühwein while in the shadow of the Alps in Zürich.
Price Per Night:$582.86 (USD) (based on double occupancy, for comparison only)
Itinerary:
Budapest, Hungary (Embarkation), Budapest, Bratislava, Slovakia, Vienna, Dürnstein – Wachau Valley, Linz, Schlögen Oxbow – Passau, Germany, Vilshofen (Disembarkation)
Sail along the scenic Rhône River through the beautiful French countryside. Discover Roman Provence at Les Arènes d’Arles and the Pont du Gard. Explore the world’s largest Gothic palace at Avignon’s grand Palace of the Popes. Excite your palate in Lyon, capital of French gastronomy. Savor local wines, hunt for truffles and see how chèvre cheese is made. Come witness the beauty that inspired artists like Cézanne and Chagall on this eight-day voyage.
Price Per Night:$571.36 (USD) (based on double occupancy, for comparison only)
Itinerary:
London (Greenwich), Dover, Scenic Sailing: English Channel, Dublin (Dún Laoghaire), Holyhead, Liverpool, Belfast, The Highlands (Ullapool), Orkney Islands (Kirkwall), Edinburgh (New Haven Harbour)...
Sail the pristine waters of Scandinavia and the seas of the Baltic and British Isles. Witness stunning vistas of the Norwegian fjords and explore towns and capitals of Northern Europe, including Berlin, Copenhagen and Stockholm. Discover the Scottish Highlands and experience a warm Welsh welcome on the Isle of Anglesey. In England, visit legendary coastal cities and immerse yourself in Britain’s maritime heritage.
Price Per Night:$407.00 (USD) (based on double occupancy, for comparison only)
Itinerary:
Rome (Civitavecchia), Florence/Pisa (Livorno), Monte Carlo, Marseille, Sète, Barcelona
France’s famed southern coast and Italy’s Renaissance treasures take center stage on this eight-day Mediterranean sojourn. Immerse yourself in Catalonian and Tuscan art, architecture and history during overnights in Barcelona and Tuscany. In the South of France, call on historic Montpellier and picturesque Marseille, and visit Monte Carlo, Monaco’s glamorous city by the sea.
Immerse yourself in the spirit of Christmas as you journey through storybook villages. Sample tasty yuletide treats and regional delicacies as you browse colorful stalls for handcrafted ornaments and unique gifts. Admire the twinkling lights of Cologne and revel in the merry atmosphere of the Rhine Valley, as storefront displays, wine cellars and markets embrace the holiday season. This eight-day voyage is a joyful celebration of festive cheer.
Price Per Night:$963.33 (USD) (based on double occupancy, for comparison only)
Itinerary:
Rome (Civitavecchia), Port of Naples, Trapani (Sicily), Tunis/La Goulette, Carloforte, Palma de Mallorca, Barcelona, Saint-Tropez, Montecarlo, Ajaccio (Corsica)...
History has soaked deep into the streets of Rome, where we begin our exploration. The Tyrrhenian Sea wafts us to energetic Naples and sunlit Sicily. Tunis beckons from across the waves before the Cote d'Azur offers a slice of jet-setting luxury. From Corsica, we sail to white sands and Mediterranean beauty, darting back to Sicily and Sardinia. Sip cocktails as you admire the stunning scenery in Menorca, then arrive in cosmopolitan Barcelona for tapas and a warm Spanish welcome.
Immerse yourself in the spirit of Christmas as you journey through storybook villages. Sample tasty yuletide treats and regional delicacies as you browse colorful stalls for handcrafted ornaments and unique gifts. Admire the twinkling lights of Cologne and revel in the merry atmosphere of the Rhine Valley, as storefront displays, wine cellars and markets embrace the holiday season. This eight-day voyage is a joyful celebration of festive cheer.
Price Per Night:$259.87 (USD) (based on double occupancy, for comparison only)
Location(s):
Rome, Rome/Rapallo, Rapallo, Rapallo/Nice, Monaco Day Trip, Nice/Barcelona, Barcelona
Jump on this quick (and affordable) seven-day tour of some of Europe's greatest cities. See what's so nice about Nice, snap the expected "holding up the Leaning Tower of Pisa" shot, and then explore Gaudí's famous architecture. And hey, think of the food to be tried on a tour from Rome to Barcelona! (Good thing you'll be walking so much.) Travel on trains and leave the coach bus behind on this life-changing experience.
