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10-Night Zurich - Lucerne & Christmas Markets On The Rhine Cruise

Aboard Emerald Star (Emerald Cruises) | Departing Zurich to Amsterdam | 2 Available Departures from $6,168

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10 NightsDuration
Emerald CruisesCruise LineEmerald StarCruise ShipZurichEmbarkation PortEurope RiverRegion$6,168Starting Fare
PORTS OF CALL ON THIS VOYAGEZurich, Lucerne, Breisach, Kehl, Mannheim, Koblenz, Cologne, Amsterdam
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Dec 12, 2026
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PORT-BY-PORT TIMELINE

Day-by-Day Cruise Itinerary

Zurich - Lucerne & Christmas Markets On The Rhine Route Map
Day 1

Zurich (Zurich)

You will be transferred from the airport to the city of Zurich, one of the most beloved cities in Switzerland. After settling to your hotel, you will be able to explore the city at leisure, perhaps taking in its delightful lakeside setting or strolling around its multiples small Christmas stalls and

Day 2

Zurich - Lucerne (Zurich - Lucerne)

This morning, enjoy a walking tour of Zurich before you are transferred to Lucerne, an area known for its spectacular natural setting. Enjoy the rest of the day at leisure to explore the city which becomes even more charming during the Christmas season! Get yourself immersed into the many lights and

Day 3

Lucerne (Lucerne)

The awe-inspiring natural beauty enveloping Lucerne is a true delight, and yours to discover today during a guided tour of this small city. Lucerne effortlessly reflects what most people imagine when they think of a Swiss city, with a backdrop of snow-capped mountain ranges and tree-lined boulevards

Day 4

Lucerne - Basel (Huningue) (Lucerne - Basel (Huningue))

After breakfast, journey by coach through idyllic landscapes as you carve a course to the Rhine-side town of Basel (Huningue). When you arrive, you will be able to board your Emerald Cruises Star-Ship, where your friendly captain and crew will be waiting to welcome you. This evening, join

Day 5

Breisach (Breisach)

Today, you’ll have the opportunity to visit the Rhine town of Breisach. Entrenched between two countries, it’s also known as the gateway to Germany’s Black Forest region. In the afternoon, enjoy a scenic drive through the Black Forest Highlands on your way to the Hofgut Sternen com

Day 6

Kehl - Strasbourg (Kehl - Strasbourg)

This morning, we’ll dock in Kehl, and you’ll be transferred by coach across the river to Strasbourg, the storied capital of France’s Alsace region. Your guided tour of Strasbourg will include the UNESCO World Heritage-listed Grande Île, the historical centre of the city, know

Day 7

Mannheim (Heidelberg) (Mannheim (Heidelberg))

Your guided tour of Heidelberg’s rich history includes a visit to the ruins of Heidelberg Castle, which overlooks the Rhine River and a red-roofed skyline. Some of the most successful painters of the Romantic era drew inspiration from Heidelberg Castle, including British artist William Turner,

Day 8

Koblenz (Koblenz)

Today, we’ll take you into the heart of Koblenz, an ancient city pulled from the pages of a German fairy tale. Enjoy the picturesque backdrop of vineyards and snow-topped mountain ranges as your local guide takes you through open cobbled squares and down narrow streets. Included Excursion Orie

Day 9

Cologne - Duesseldorf (Cologne - Duesseldorf)

We sail towards Cologne, where you’ll have the opportunity to see the UNESCO World Heritage-listed Cologne Cathedral. In the afternoon, you will have the chance to visit Duesseldorf and its many Christmas markets, each having its unique name and personality – such as the Fairytale Market

Day 10

Amsterdam (Amsterdam)

Board a glass-top canal boat for a tour down the Dutch capital’s UNESCO World Heritage-listed canal system, passing historic merchant houses that reflect the bygone era of the Dutch Golden Age, a time when the Dutch empire was considered one of the most influential in the world. Throughout the

Day 11

Amsterdam (Amsterdam)

After breakfast, bid farewell to your fellow guests and Star-Ship as you are transferred to the airport, taking memories of quintessential German villages and the magic of Christmas with you. This itinerary is a guide only and may be amended for operational reasons such as high and low water. As suc

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What is included in the 10-Night Zurich - Lucerne & Christmas Markets On The Rhine cruise aboard Emerald Star?

This 10-night Emerald Cruises voyage aboard Emerald Star embarks in Zurich and concludes in Amsterdam, visiting Zurich, Lucerne, Breisach, Kehl, Mannheim, Koblenz, Cologne, Amsterdam. Fares start at $6,168 per person based on double occupancy, plus eligible Vincent Vacations onboard credits.

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