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Christmas in Europe, Experienced from the River

Travel Agents - River Cruises, Worldwide, AmaWaterways

BOOKING PERIOD: 3/24/2026 - 6/30/2026| TRAVEL PERIOD: Today - 12/31/2026| VACATION CODE: 4225

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With AmaWaterways, the European Christmas experience is shaped by how you move between places and how much access you have once you arrive. Ships dock close to city centers, so you step directly into each destination without losing time in transit.

Across the Danube, Rhine, Rhône and Douro, the holiday season takes different forms. Some itineraries focus on classic Christmas Markets, while others combine festive elements with a broader regional experience.

For a limited time, select AmaWaterways sailings include up to $2,000 in instant savings or a complimentary pre- or post-cruise land package, giving you the option to extend your trip in destinations like Madrid or Lisbon, when booking with our travel agency. You will also gain access to exclusive onboard credit and personalized support in choosing the right itinerary, so the full experience — from planning to travel — stays clear and well-coordinated.

Understanding the Different Holiday Cruise Types

AmaWaterways offers several ways to experience the holiday season, depending on how focused you want the itinerary to be.

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Taste of Christmas cruises include festive onboard experiences and typically visit 1 to 2 Christmas Markets, with select sailings over Christmas Day
Dedicated Christmas Market itineraries are centered around the markets themselves, with at least 3 markets included
Christmastime + New Year’s Celebration cruises combine both holidays into a longer, continuous experience
New Year’s Celebration cruises focus on sailings over New Year’s Eve, with events both on board and on shore

Some combined sailings also include complimentary onboard nights over New Year’s Eve, adding extra time on the river as part of the itinerary.

AmaMagna at Christmas

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Where You Go Shapes What You Experience

Not every region in Europe approaches the holidays the same way, and that’s reflected in the itineraries. The Rhine and Danube remain the core regions for classic Christmas Markets, with multiple markets set in historic towns and major cities along the route.

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Other regions offer a different version of the season:

France focuses on food, local traditions and smaller-scale markets
Portugal and Spain bring a quieter atmosphere with fewer markets and more regional character
Holland and Belgium combine festive settings with urban stops
The Lower Danube introduces Eastern European traditions and local celebrations

Depending on the route, you may visit between 1 and 3 markets or build your experience around destinations where the holiday season shows up in more subtle ways.

Salzburg, Germany

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What You Can Expect on Board and on Shore

The experience is not limited to the markets themselves. It extends across the full itinerary.

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On shore, you’ll have time to explore markets, try local food and move through each destination at your own pace. On board, the atmosphere reflects the season without interrupting the flow of the trip.

Festive décor and seasonal touches throughout the ship
Holiday-inspired menus tied to each region
Local traditions incorporated into daily experiences
Onboard celebrations during Christmas and New Year’s sailings

This balance between structure, flexibility and consistency is what defines the AmaWaterways journey.

Shopping at Christmas Markets

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Featured Sailings:

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Budapest, Hungary

7-Night Blue Danube Discovery (Taste of Christmas)

AmaReina • November 18, 2026
Budapest, Hungary; Bratislava, Slovakia; Vienna Austria; Durnstein, Austria; Melk, Austria; Linz, Austria; Passau, Germany; Regensburg, Germany; Nuremberg, Germany

Special Pricing Starting from $3,599 per person

★ Agency Exclusive: Up to $300 onboard credit per stateroom

Entertainment in the Lark Lounge

7-Night Swiss Alps & Rhine Castles (Taste of Christmas)

AmaVenita • November 16, 2027
Basel, Switzerland • Strasbourg, France • Ludwigshafen, Germany • Rüdesheim, Germany • Rhine Gorge, Germany • Lahnstein, Germany • Cologne, Germany • Amsterdam, Netherlands

Special Pricing Starting from $4,279 per person

★ Agency Exclusive: Up to $300 onboard credit per stateroom

Complimentary Land Option: 2 Nights Amsterdam Post-Cruise

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Porto, Portugal

7-Night Flavors of Portugal & Spain (Taste of Christmas)

AmaVida • November 20, 2027

Vega de Terron, Spain • Pinhao, Portugal • Peso da Regua, Portugal • Entre-os-Rios, Portugal • Porto, Portugal

Special Pricing Starting from $4,479 per person

★ Agency Exclusive: Up to $300 onboard credit per stateroom

Complimentary Land Package option: 3 nights Madrid Pre-Cruise or 3 nights Lisbon Post-Cruise

Vienne, France

7-Night Colors of Provence (Taste of Christmas)

AmaKristina • December 2, 2027

Lyon, France • Vienne, France • Tournon, France • Viviers, France • Avignon, France • Arles, France

Special Pricing Starting from $3,479 per person

★ Agency Exclusive: Up to $300 onboard credit per stateroom

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Salzburg Christmas Market

7-Night Legendary Danube (Christmas Day Celebration)

AmaSonata • December 22, 2027
Nuremberg, Germany • Regensburg, Germany • Passau, Germany • Melk, Austria • Vienna, Austria • Budapest, Hungary

Special Pricing Starting from $4,479 per person

★ Agency Exclusive: Up to $300 onboard credit per stateroom

Complimentary Land Option: 3 Nights Prague Pre-Cruise or 2 nights Budapest Post-Cruise

Christmas onboard AmaWaterways

7-Night Captivating Rhine (Taste of Christmas)

AmaLucia • December 23, 2027
Amsterdam, Netherlands • Düsseldorf, Germany • Rhine Gorge, Germany • Rüdesheim, Germany • Ludwigshafen, Germany • Strasbourg, France • Breisach, Germany • Basel, Switzerland

Special Pricing Starting from $4,379 per person

★ Agency Exclusive: Up to $300 onboard credit per stateroom

Complimentary Land Option: 2 Nights Amsterdam Post-Cruise

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Terms and Conditions

Travel advisors may charge an additional planning fee depending on the complexity of the trip.

Triple Savings Offer Terms and Conditions: All rates are per person in USD for cruise only, inclusive of port charges, based on double occupancy in Category E stateroom, and reflects $1,000 per person savings for 7-night cruises. Triple Savings offer is only valid on new FIT and Group reservations made through June 30, 2026; applies to select sailings. Complimentary upgrade is subject to availability; applies to one category upgrade, based on a like-for-like stateroom category; and excludes A+, AA+ and Suites. Onboard credit of $100 per stateroom is in USD, based on double occupancy and can be applied towards all onboard purchases; Solo occupants receive half of the stated Onboard Credit. Offer is combinable with AirPlus Rates, Combination Cruise Savings, Loyalty Benefits and Future Cruise Benefit Program. Offer is not applicable to travel advisors and does not apply to industry rates or other offers deemed by AmaWaterways. Stateroom upgrades, optional land packages, visas, airfares and gratuities are additional. Offer is not combinable with any other promotions/discounts, limited to availability, capacity controlled and subject to change or termination without notice. AmaWaterways reserves the right to correct any errors or omissions at any time. Other restrictions apply. Registration as a seller of travel does not constitute approval by the State of California. For full terms and conditions, please contact our travel agency. CST#2065452-20.

Complimentary Land offer: All rates are per person in USD for cruise only, based on double occupancy in Category E stateroom, inclusive of port charges. Offer includes one complimentary eligible Land Package per person on new FIT and Group reservations made April 1 - June 30, 2026, for select 2026 and 2027 Europe sailings. Offer valid on double occupancy; Tour Operators eligible; additional restrictions apply. Availability of sailings and land packages may vary due to local events. Not all advertised Land Packages are eligible; contact our travel agency for full details. Additional land packages available for purchase. Complimentary Land is valid only with a full-fare cruise; hotel-to/from-ship transfer included; airport transfers available at extra cost. Offer combinable with AirPlus Rates, Combination Cruise Savings, Past Guest Savings, and Future Cruise Benefit Program. Solo travelers must pay full single supplement to receive complimentary land. Offer not applicable to travel advisors, industry rates, or other restricted offers. Hotel listings are not guaranteed and may be substituted with similar properties; AmaWaterways will confirm hotel details 3–4 weeks prior to departure when Digital Travel Documents are issued. Stateroom upgrades, optional land packages, visas, airfares, and gratuities are additional. Offer is capacity controlled, combinability limited, and subject to change or withdrawal without notice. AmaWaterways reserves the right to correct errors or omissions. Registration as a seller of travel does not constitute approval by the State of California. For full terms and conditions, contact our travel agency. CST#2065452-20.

Exclusive Amenity Offer Terms and Conditions: All prices listed are in USD, based on double occupancy, in a Category E (Mekong and Colombia- Category C). Cruise fares are inclusive of per person port charges. Offer valid on new cruise bookings made from January 1, 2026 through sailing date on Exclusive Onboard Credit program dates only. Exclusive Onboard Credit program is combinable with select promotional offers available at the time of booking. Contact our travel agency for complete details and promotional eligibility. Offer is applicable to FIT bookings only and not applicable to groups. Onboard credit amounts are $300 per stateroom on 7-night cruises and $600 on 14-night cruises, based on double occupancy (solo travelers receive half). Optional land programs and international airfare are additional; please ask for details. Availability is limited on each cruise and the offer is subject to change or discontinuation without notice. AmaWaterways reserves the right to correct any errors or omissions at any time. CST#2065452-20

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