- Length
- 7 nights
- Region
- Rhine
- Countries
- Switzerland, France, Germany
This cruise on the S.S. Antoinette runs from Basel to Cologne through Switzerland, France and Germany. Christmas market tours are offered in Basel, Strasbourg, Baden-Baden, Wiesbaden, Rüdesheim, Koblenz and Cologne.
Basel · Strasbourg · Mannheim · Mainz · Rüdesheim · Koblenz · Cologne
Highlights
- Wish Book and Christmas market in Basel
- Sailing the Upper Middle Rhine Valley to Koblenz
- Day and evening market visits in Cologne
Day by day
Shown from Basel to Cologne. Direction and ports can vary by sailing.
- Day 1
Basel: embark
Basel, Switzerland
Arrive at EuroAirport Basel-Mulhouse-Freiburg and board the ship. A transfer is provided if arranged with Uniworld.
- Day 2
Basel: Christmas market
Basel, Switzerland
Walking tour with the Town Hall, the Münster and the Christmas market. A welcome reception and dinner are held in the evening.
Tours: Basel Walking Tour with Christmas Market
- Day 3
Strasbourg: Christmas market
Strasbourg, France
Choose a walking tour with the Christmas market or a food walk through Petite France. An evening trip to the market is also offered.
Tours: Nights Out: The Strasbourg Christmas Market, Strasbourg Walking Tour with Christmas Market, “Taste of Christmas” Strasbourg Walking Tour
- Day 4
Mannheim: Baden-Baden or vinegar estate
Mannheim, Germany
Walking tour and Christmas market in Baden-Baden, or a tasting at the Doktorenhof vinegar estate.
Tours: Baden-Baden Walking Tour with Christmas Market, Private Doktorenhof Vinegar Estate Visit and Tasting
- Day 5
Mainz and Rüdesheim
Mainz and Rüdesheim, Germany
Time in Mainz's Old Town or a trip to the Wiesbaden Christmas market. The ship then sails to Rüdesheim for a walk with local treats or a self-guided wine tasting.
Tours: Wiesbaden Twinkling Star Christmas Market, Rüdesheim Walk with Local Treats and Christmas Market, Rheinweinwelten Visit - The Best Rhine Rieslings
- Day 6
Upper Middle Rhine and Koblenz
Koblenz, Germany
Morning sail through the UNESCO-listed Upper Middle Rhine Valley. In Koblenz, a walking tour starts at German Corner, where the Moselle meets the Rhine, and includes the Christmas market.
Tours: Koblenz Walking Tour with Christmas Market
- Day 7
Cologne: Old Town and Christmas markets
Cologne, Germany
Walking tour of the Old Town, ending at the cathedral square, with Christmas markets. An evening trip to the markets is also offered.
Tours: Cologne Walking Tour with Old Town Visit and Christmas Markets, Nights Out: Cologne Christmas Markets
- Day 8
Cologne: disembark
Cologne, Germany
Leave the ship in Cologne. A transfer to Cologne Bonn Airport is provided if arranged with Uniworld.
Dates
Availability changes. Ask us to confirm.
2026
- November 25Cologne to Basel · S.S. Antoinette
- December 2Basel to Cologne · S.S. Antoinette
- December 2Cologne to Basel
- December 9Cologne to Basel · S.S. Antoinette
- December 16Basel to Cologne · S.S. Antoinette
- December 16Cologne to Basel · S.S. Antoinette
2027
- November 25Basel to Cologne · S.S. Victoria
- November 25Cologne to Basel · S.S. Antoinette
- December 9Cologne to Basel · S.S. Antoinette
- December 16Basel to Cologne · S.S. Antoinette
- December 16Cologne to Basel · S.S. Victoria
2028
- November 25Basel to Cologne · S.S. Victoria
- November 25Cologne to Basel · S.S. Antoinette
- December 2Basel to Cologne · S.S. Antoinette
- December 2Cologne to Basel · S.S. Victoria
- December 9Basel to Cologne · S.S. Victoria
- December 9Cologne to Basel · S.S. Antoinette
- December 16Basel to Cologne · S.S. Antoinette
- December 16Cologne to Basel · S.S. Victoria
What's included
Stay
- Riverview stateroom
- Savoir beds with cotton sateen sheets and duvets
- Menu of pillow options
- Free Wi-Fi
Dining
- All meals onboard
- Unlimited onboard drinks, including wine, beer and spirits
- Captain's Welcome and Farewell Receptions
- Welcome and Farewell Gala Dinners
Excursions
- Excursions with English-speaking local experts
- Guided Taste of Christmas program
- Quietvox audio headsets on excursions
- Brompton bicycles and Nordic Walking sticks
Also included
- Uniworld Cruise Manager
- Gratuities for onboard personnel
- Onboard local entertainment
Virtuoso benefits
Dedicated Onboard Host
A personal Virtuoso host sails with your group, present throughout the voyage to answer questions and ensure every detail runs exactly as planned.
Private Welcome Reception
An exclusive cocktail reception at the start of each sailing, arranged solely for Virtuoso Voyages guests with introductions facilitated by your host.
Shipboard Credit
$100 per stateroom on voyages under 14 nights; $200 per stateroom on voyages of 14 nights or more, to spend freely on dining, spa, or excursions.
Exclusive Shore Experience
A private shore excursion, VIP tour, or private car and driver whose itinerary is shaped entirely around your interests and pace — never a group schedule.
Specialty Dining
Complimentary reservations at specialty restaurants on select sailings, including chef's tastings and curated wine pairings on participating vessels.
Spa & Wellness Access
Select spa treatments, wellness credits, and onboard amenities included on participating voyages across our preferred cruise partners.
Ships
S.S. Victoria
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