European Christmas Market Cruises

European Christmas season cruises are a great way to pair the joy of travel with the magic of the holiday season. Typically running from late November through the New Year, these specialty cruises visit iconic and/or historic holiday markets in ports along European waterways. One excellent choice of cruise provider is AmaWaterways.

Why You Should Choose AmaWaterways’ Christmas Season cruises:

• AmaWaterways ships are imbued with a festive atmosphere — twinkling décor, classic melodies and seasonal treats await you after every jaunt in town.
• Savor fresh, regionally inspired dishes with a seasonal twist with every onboard meal.
• Whether you dream of wandering Europe’s Christmas Markets or simply want a mug of warm mulled wine, AmaWaterways’ itineraries give you the freedom to enjoy each destination exactly as you wish.
• Relish in holiday fun with a range of onboard celebrations — tree trimming, sweet decorating and the beloved search for the pickle ornament. A certain jolly visitor will also stop by with surprises that brighten each departure.

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Plus, when you work with one of our travel agents, the gift of travel shines a bit brighter: We can offer you a trio of possible savings. Save up to $2,400, enjoy complimentary stateroom upgrades and receive up to US$400 onboard credit, plus enjoy having a professional handle all the little details of travel planning.

Our travel professionals agree:

“European Christmas markets are such a quintessential tradition, and AmaWaterways' specialty itineraries are such a truly magical way to experience them. Each sailing feels like living in a Hallmark holiday movie, yet somehow even more cozy and charming.”

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Featured Sailings:

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7-Night Romantic Danube (Taste of Christmas)

AmaSonata
November 18, 2026

Vilshofen, Germany; Passau, Germany; Linz, Austria; Weissernkirchen, Austria; Vienna, Austria; Bratislava, Slovakia; Vienna, Austria; Budapest, Hungary

Starting from $5,203 per person

★ Agency Exclusive: Up to US$300 Onboard Credit per Stateroom

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7-Night Taste of Bordeaux (Taste of Christmas)

AmaDolce
December 17, 2026

Bordeaux, Libourne, Blaye, Bourg, Pauillac, Cadillac, Bordeaux, France  

Starting from $4,531 per person

★ Agency Exclusive: Up to US$300 Onboard Credit per Stateroom

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7-Night Captivating Rhine (Taste of Christmas)

AmaPrima
December 23, 2026

Amsterdam, Netherlands; Utrecht, Netherlands; Kampen, Netherlands; Amsterdam, Netherlands; Dusseldorf, Germany; Rhine Gorge, Germany; Rudesheim, Germany; Ludwigshafen, Germany; Strasbourg, France; Breisach, Germany; Basel, Switzerland

Starting from $4,399 per person

★ Agency Exclusive: Up to US$300 Onboard Credit per Stateroom

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7-Night Enchanting Rhine (Christmas & New Year's Celebration Cruise) – 2 Extra Nights Onboard

AmaFiora
December 25, 2027

Basel, Switzerland; Breisach, Germany; Strasbourg, France; Ludwigshafen, Germany; Rudesheim, Germany; Rhine Gorge, Germany; Lahnstein, Germany; Monheim, Germany; Dusseldorf, Germany; Utrecht, Netherlands; Amsterdam, Netherlands

Starting from $6,240 per person

★ Agency Exclusive: Up to US$300 Onboard Credit per Stateroom

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7-Night Best of the Danube (New Year's Celebration Cruise)

AmaSonata
December 29, 2027

Budapest, Hungary; Bratislava, Slovakia; Wachau Valley, Austria; Melk, Austria; Linz, Austria; Wachau Valley, Austria; Vienna, Austria; Budapest, Hungary

Starting from $6,240 per person

★ Agency Exclusive: Up to US$300 Onboard Credit per Stateroom

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7-Night Best of Holland & Belgium (New Year's Celebration Cruise)

AmaSiena
December 30, 2027

Amsterdam, Netherlands; Utrecht, Netherlands; Ghent, Beligum; Brussels, Belgium; Antwerp, Belgium; Dordrecht, Netherlands; Amsterdam, Netherlands

Starting from $6,105 per person

★ Agency Exclusive: Up to US$300 Onboard Credit per Stateroom

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