8 Days Christmas on the Rhine River Cruise - MS Riviera Radiance
Duration:
7 Nights
From €3,199pp
22 - 29 December 2026
Get ready to embark on a delightful journey through serene villages and riverside towns aglow with festive twinkling lights.
Day 1 - Arrival in Cologne
Travel to Cologne and transfer to your ship.
Day 2 - Koblenz
Relax with a morning of sailing and after lunch explore the historic city of Koblenz. Tonight enjoy a Rhenish folklore show on board.
Day 3 - Rhine Gorge & Rüdesheim
Enjoy a highlight of our cruise, passage through the magnificent Rhine Gorge, on our way to the Rhine wine town of Rüdesheim.
Day 4 - Speyer on Christmas Eve
Relax this morning as the ship gently cruises to Speyer, where you'll see its Imperial cathedral.
Day 5 - Strasbourg on Christmas Day
Awake in Strasbourg where we explore the charming old town on our guided tour and enjoy a Christmas Day Gala dinner this evening.
Day 6 - Boppard on Boxing Day
Marvel at the Rhine Gorge again this morning en route to Boppard. After this afternoon's tour enjoy a violin duo performance on board this evening.
Day 7 - Cologne
Make the most of the ship's five-star facilities during our final morning sailing. Our voyage ends in Cologne, where we enjoy a guided tour.
Day 8 - Return home
Say goodbye to your crew and start the journey home.
MS Riviera Radiance
From the split-level lounge and dining in the main restaurant to the floor-to-ceiling French balconies available in over 80% of cabins and suites, life on board the 135-metre MS Riviera Radiance feels airy and light. The Grand Suites, located on our Diamond Deck, are an impressive 32 square metres and feature separate living and sleeping space as well as a full balcony - making them our biggest suites yet - and at 24 square metres, our Superior Suites feel luxuriously spacious.
Our brand-new ship features all the facilities you'd expect to find in a boutique hotel. The main restaurant rivals the finest onshore establishments, taking fine dining to another level, complemented by delicate European porcelain, gleaming glassware and the intuitive service in which the Swiss excel. On board are two additional, speciality restaurants, which offer a more intimate dining experience and showcase a delicious array of local flavours. You'll never go hungry on board!
Designed with the very latest technology and our strong environmental values in mind, MS Riviera Radiance is on track to qualify for the Gold Standard as part of the Green Award programme. So, you can lay back, relax and enjoy that cocktail on the Sun Deck guilt-free knowing your holiday will have a minimised impact on the peaceful natural landscapes we cruise through, protecting the world we love exploring for future generations to enjoy.
A small number of bicycles are available on board for our guests. Please enquire at the reception desk for information.
Facilities
Air-conditioning
Lounge & bar
Spa & wellness
24-hour front desk
3 Restaurants
Laundry service (additional fee)
Boutique gift shop
Splash pool
Lift between Diamond, Ruby and Emerald Decks
Highlights
Discover the historic city of Koblenz through its patchwork of cobbled streets and wander the promenade of Boppard on our guided tours.
Cruise through the spectacular Rhine Gorge to Rüdesheim, the perfect chocolate box setting for a Christmas atmosphere.
Explore the historic city of Speyer with its breathtaking Imperial Cathedral and the charming old town of Strasbourg, visiting the Petite France quarter, the famous covered bridged, the Notre-Dame Cathedral and The Great Christmas Tree.
Visit Cologne, where Christmas creates an unforgettable atmosphere through the streets.
Enjoy Glühwein and Stollen, an excellent Christmas Gala dinner, a violin duo performance and a Rhenish folklore show on board our festively decorated ship.
Lower Deck: €3,199pps | Upper Deck: €4,149pps
Deposit: €300pp
Inclusions
Free all-inclusive drinks package
7 nights on board a five-star ship
Full board with Christmas Gala dinner
9 included experiences
Return flights & transfers
All port charges
All additional taxes
Complimentary on-board tea & coffee
Expert Riviera Cruise Director & Cruise Host
Free Wi-Fi
Checked luggage
Prices are based on 2 people sharing*
Prices are correct as of 15 July 2026. Subject to availability & change*
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