11-Night Trip on AmaStella
Christmas Markets on the Rhine
Cruise, Small Ship/Yacht, Cruisetour, River cruise
Zurich to Amsterdam Cruisetour
Schöni Wiehnachte, Joyeux Noël, Froehliche Weihnachten and Zalig Kerstfeest-mean Merry Christmas in Swiss, French, German and Dutch, so get ready to hear these sincere greetings as you experience the deep-rooted traditions of the Christmas season in the most idyllic and historic settings. Brimming with seasonal spirit, cities and towns dazzle. Strasbourg, the oldest and largest Christmas Market in France, delights with fairytale half-timbered houses dressed in giant red-and-white hearts. Heidelberg with its romantic backdrop of a castle offers a warming glow of light along one of the longest pedestrian zones in Europe. Zurich glitters even more with a spectacular 50-foot-tall Christmas tree decorated with thousands of sparkling Swarovski crystals, and Gengenbach is the setting of the world's biggest Advent calendar. Join together with friends and loved ones, and do what the Europeans have been doing for centuries-gather at the timeless Christmas Markets, warm up with a mug of steamy vin chaud in France or glühwein in Germany, shop for one-of-a-kind handcrafted treasures and celebrate the true spirit of the season.
Interests
- Festivals and Events
- Holiday Travel
11 Nights
Starting At
$5,659.00
USD
December 02, 2025 through December 13, 2025
Book by:
November 28, 2025 7:00 PM
Cabin Cat: E
| Inside | Outside | Balcony | Suite |
|---|---|---|---|
| N/A |
$5,659.00
Cat: E $514.45 per night |
$6,658.00
Cat: CB $605.27 per night |
$9,558.00
Cat: SUITE $868.91 per night |
| More Pricing Information | |||
| Inside | Outside | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| N/A |
$5,659.00
Cat: E $514.45 per night |
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| Balcony | Suite | ||
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$6,658.00
Cat: CB $605.27 per night |
$9,558.00
Cat: SUITE $868.91 per night |
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| More Pricing Information | |||
ID: 8107025
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About AmaStella
Ship Overview
AmaStella
A star of the AmaWaterways fleet, the award-winning AmaStella truly shines, her glow lasting far longer than the duration of your cruise. A centerpiece glass elevator ringed with dual curved stairways and sleek contemporary reception desk are just the introduction to the ship’s beauty and class. On board, you’ll find an inviting fireside library, fitness room with wooden floors, heated pool with convenient swim-up bar, a stunning Main Lounge, sun-deck walking track, massage and hair salon, gift shop and specialty coffee station. Unlimited wine and beer at the Main Restaurant and The Chef’s Table is a welcome offering for those who enjoy a bottle or brew. In your stateroom, your personal oasis of rejuvenation, you’ll find twin balconies, both a French and outside balcony, so you can enjoy the ever-changing scenery however you wish. You’ll also step into a spacious glass-enclosed shower, giving you the freedom to rejuvenate without limitations.
Ship Details
Ship's Registry
Switzerland
Year Built
2016
Ship Length
443 ft
Ship Beam
38 ft
Total Capacity
156
Crew Size
51
Laundromats
Number of Decks
4
Deck Plan Details
Cabin Categories
| SUITE | Suite - French Balcony & Outside Balcony | $9,558.00 USD |
| AA | Category AA - French Balcony & Outside Balcony | $8,258.00 USD |
| AB | Category AB - French Balcony & Outside Balcony | $8,058.00 USD |
| BA | Category BA - French Balcony & Outside Balcony | $7,858.00 USD |
| BB | Category BB - French Balcony & Outside Balcony | $7,658.00 USD |
| CA | Category CA - French Balcony | $7,058.00 USD |
| CB | Category CB - French Balcony | $6,658.00 USD |
| D | Category D - Fixed Windows | $5,958.00 USD |
| E | Category E - Fixed Windows | $5,659.00 USD |
Symbol Legend
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Staterooms can become adjoining by request. |
|
Up to triple occupancy |
Deck plans are not yet available
Daily Options
AMAWaterways: Christmas Markets on the Rhine
Day 1
Zurich
Transfer to hotel
Day 2
Zurich
“Little Big City” tour and Christmas Markets
Day 3
Zurich
Transfer to Lake Lucerne
“Queen of the Mountains” excursion
Lake Lucerne
Lake Lucerne Cruise
Hotel check-in
Day 4
Lake Lucerne
Lake Lucerne walking tour and Christmas Markets
Day 5
Lake Lucerne
Basel Transfer & Basel City Tour
Basel
EMBARKATION
Day 6
Breisach
Colmar Excursion and Christmas markets
OR Freiburg Excursion & Christmas markets
OR Breisach bike tour
Day 7
Strasbourg
Strasbourg city tour and Christmas markets
OR Guided bike tour
Gengenbach Advent Calendar
Day 8
Ludwigshafen
Heidelberg tour and Christmas Markets
OR Medieval Speyer and Christmas Markets
OR Philosopher's Path Hike
OR Ladenburg bike tour
Rüdesheim
Rüdesheimer wine tasting
OR Rüdesheimer coffee
Day 9
Rüdesheim
Siegfried’s Mechanical Instrument Cabinet and Christmas Markets
OR Gondola ride and Christmas Market
OR Rüdesheim vineyards hike
OR Guided bike tour of the Rheingau
Rhine Gorge
Castles along the Rhine scenic cruising
Lahnstein
Exclusive Burg Lahneck Tour
Day 10
Düsseldorf
“Holy City” tour with cathedral and Christmas Market
OR Düsseldorf walking tour with Altbier tasting and Christmas Markets
OR Guided bike tour
Day 11
Amsterdam
Scenic Cruising into Amsterdam
Amsterdam canal cruise
OR A Taste of Amsterdam*
Day 12
Amsterdam
DISEMBARKATION
Return flight home
Day 1
Zurich
Transfer to hotel
Day 2
Zurich
“Little Big City” tour and Christmas Markets
Day 3
Zurich
Transfer to Lake Lucerne
“Queen of the Mountains” excursion
Lake Lucerne
Lake Lucerne Cruise
Hotel check-in
Day 4
Lake Lucerne
Lake Lucerne walking tour and Christmas Markets
Day 5
Lake Lucerne
Basel Transfer & Basel City Tour
Basel
EMBARKATION
Day 6
Breisach
Colmar Excursion and Christmas markets
OR Freiburg Excursion & Christmas markets
OR Breisach bike tour
Day 7
Strasbourg
Strasbourg city tour and Christmas markets
OR Guided bike tour
Gengenbach Advent Calendar
Day 8
Ludwigshafen
Heidelberg tour and Christmas Markets
OR Medieval Speyer and Christmas Markets
OR Philosopher's Path Hike
OR Ladenburg bike tour
Rüdesheim
Rüdesheimer wine tasting
OR Rüdesheimer coffee
Day 9
Rüdesheim
Siegfried’s Mechanical Instrument Cabinet and Christmas Markets
OR Gondola ride and Christmas Market
OR Rüdesheim vineyards hike
OR Guided bike tour of the Rheingau
Rhine Gorge
Castles along the Rhine scenic cruising
Lahnstein
Exclusive Burg Lahneck Tour
Day 10
Düsseldorf
“Holy City” tour with cathedral and Christmas Market
OR Düsseldorf walking tour with Altbier tasting and Christmas Markets
OR Guided bike tour
Day 11
Amsterdam
Scenic Cruising into Amsterdam
Amsterdam canal cruise
OR A Taste of Amsterdam*
Day 12
Amsterdam
DISEMBARKATION
Return flight home
Ship Overview
Ship Overview
AmaStella
A star of the AmaWaterways fleet, the award-winning AmaStella truly shines, her glow lasting far longer than the duration of your cruise. A centerpiece glass elevator ringed with dual curved stairways and sleek contemporary reception desk are just the introduction to the ship’s beauty and class. On board, you’ll find an inviting fireside library, fitness room with wooden floors, heated pool with convenient swim-up bar, a stunning Main Lounge, sun-deck walking track, massage and hair salon, gift shop and specialty coffee station. Unlimited wine and beer at the Main Restaurant and The Chef’s Table is a welcome offering for those who enjoy a bottle or brew. In your stateroom, your personal oasis of rejuvenation, you’ll find twin balconies, both a French and outside balcony, so you can enjoy the ever-changing scenery however you wish. You’ll also step into a spacious glass-enclosed shower, giving you the freedom to rejuvenate without limitations.
Ship Details
Ship's Registry
Switzerland
Year Built
2016
Ship Length
443 ft
Ship Beam
38 ft
Total Capacity
156
Crew Size
51
Laundromats
Number of Decks
4
Deck Plan Details
Deck Plan Details
Cabin Categories
| SUITE | Suite - French Balcony & Outside Balcony | $9,558.00 USD |
| AA | Category AA - French Balcony & Outside Balcony | $8,258.00 USD |
| AB | Category AB - French Balcony & Outside Balcony | $8,058.00 USD |
| BA | Category BA - French Balcony & Outside Balcony | $7,858.00 USD |
| BB | Category BB - French Balcony & Outside Balcony | $7,658.00 USD |
| CA | Category CA - French Balcony | $7,058.00 USD |
| CB | Category CB - French Balcony | $6,658.00 USD |
| D | Category D - Fixed Windows | $5,958.00 USD |
| E | Category E - Fixed Windows | $5,659.00 USD |
Symbol Legend
|
|
Staterooms can become adjoining by request. |
|
|
Up to triple occupancy |
Deck plans are not yet available
Daily Options
AMAWaterways: Christmas Markets on the Rhine
Day 1
Zurich
Transfer to hotel
Day 2
Zurich
“Little Big City” tour and Christmas Markets
Day 3
Zurich
Transfer to Lake Lucerne
“Queen of the Mountains” excursion
Lake Lucerne
Lake Lucerne Cruise
Hotel check-in
Day 4
Lake Lucerne
Lake Lucerne walking tour and Christmas Markets
Day 5
Lake Lucerne
Basel Transfer & Basel City Tour
Basel
EMBARKATION
Day 6
Breisach
Colmar Excursion and Christmas markets
OR Freiburg Excursion & Christmas markets
OR Breisach bike tour
Day 7
Strasbourg
Strasbourg city tour and Christmas markets
OR Guided bike tour
Gengenbach Advent Calendar
Day 8
Ludwigshafen
Heidelberg tour and Christmas Markets
OR Medieval Speyer and Christmas Markets
OR Philosopher's Path Hike
OR Ladenburg bike tour
Rüdesheim
Rüdesheimer wine tasting
OR Rüdesheimer coffee
Day 9
Rüdesheim
Siegfried’s Mechanical Instrument Cabinet and Christmas Markets
OR Gondola ride and Christmas Market
OR Rüdesheim vineyards hike
OR Guided bike tour of the Rheingau
Rhine Gorge
Castles along the Rhine scenic cruising
Lahnstein
Exclusive Burg Lahneck Tour
Day 10
Düsseldorf
“Holy City” tour with cathedral and Christmas Market
OR Düsseldorf walking tour with Altbier tasting and Christmas Markets
OR Guided bike tour
Day 11
Amsterdam
Scenic Cruising into Amsterdam
Amsterdam canal cruise
OR A Taste of Amsterdam*
Day 12
Amsterdam
DISEMBARKATION
Return flight home
Day 1
Zurich
Transfer to hotel
Day 2
Zurich
“Little Big City” tour and Christmas Markets
Day 3
Zurich
Transfer to Lake Lucerne
“Queen of the Mountains” excursion
Lake Lucerne
Lake Lucerne Cruise
Hotel check-in
Day 4
Lake Lucerne
Lake Lucerne walking tour and Christmas Markets
Day 5
Lake Lucerne
Basel Transfer & Basel City Tour
Basel
EMBARKATION
Day 6
Breisach
Colmar Excursion and Christmas markets
OR Freiburg Excursion & Christmas markets
OR Breisach bike tour
Day 7
Strasbourg
Strasbourg city tour and Christmas markets
OR Guided bike tour
Gengenbach Advent Calendar
Day 8
Ludwigshafen
Heidelberg tour and Christmas Markets
OR Medieval Speyer and Christmas Markets
OR Philosopher's Path Hike
OR Ladenburg bike tour
Rüdesheim
Rüdesheimer wine tasting
OR Rüdesheimer coffee
Day 9
Rüdesheim
Siegfried’s Mechanical Instrument Cabinet and Christmas Markets
OR Gondola ride and Christmas Market
OR Rüdesheim vineyards hike
OR Guided bike tour of the Rheingau
Rhine Gorge
Castles along the Rhine scenic cruising
Lahnstein
Exclusive Burg Lahneck Tour
Day 10
Düsseldorf
“Holy City” tour with cathedral and Christmas Market
OR Düsseldorf walking tour with Altbier tasting and Christmas Markets
OR Guided bike tour
Day 11
Amsterdam
Scenic Cruising into Amsterdam
Amsterdam canal cruise
OR A Taste of Amsterdam*
Day 12
Amsterdam
DISEMBARKATION
Return flight home
About AmaWaterways
Family-owned and operated for more than 21 years, AmaWaterways offers unparalleled river cruise experiences with 29 custom-designed ships sailing Europe’s Danube, Douro, Rhine, Moselle, Main, Rhône, Saône, Seine, Garonne and Dordogne Rivers, and Dutch and Belgian Waterways; Southeast Asia’s Mekong River; Africa’s Chobe River; Egypt’s Nile River and Colombia’s Magdalena River (2024). Co-founded by pioneering river cruise executives Rudi Schreiner, Kristin Karst and Jimmy Murphy, the company is renowned for its warm and welcoming crew; innovative and sustainable ship design; wellness activities (including a wide choice of included small group shore excursions featuring biking and hiking options); and award-winning, locally sourced cuisine paired with complimentary fine wine. Modern, spacious and tastefully decorated, most AmaWaterways ships welcome an average of just 150 guests and feature onboard amenities such as a stunning Main Lounge, specialty Chef’s Table restaurant, hair and massage salons, Sun Deck walking track, and heated outdoor swimming pools with swim-up bars. AmaWaterways leads the river cruise industry in innovation, highlighted by the launch of the revolutionary AmaMagna. The company also offers a variety of themed sailings and brand relationships, with sailings geared towards active travelers and families, as well as group and charter options.
About AmaWaterways
Family-owned and operated for more than 21 years, AmaWaterways offers unparalleled river cruise experiences with 29 custom-designed ships sailing Europe’s Danube, Douro, Rhine, Moselle, Main, Rhône, Saône, Seine, Garonne and Dordogne Rivers, and Dutch and Belgian Waterways; Southeast Asia’s Mekong River; Africa’s Chobe River; Egypt’s Nile River and Colombia’s Magdalena River (2024). Co-founded by pioneering river cruise executives Rudi Schreiner, Kristin Karst and Jimmy Murphy, the company is renowned for its warm and welcoming crew; innovative and sustainable ship design; wellness activities (including a wide choice of included small group shore excursions featuring biking and hiking options); and award-winning, locally sourced cuisine paired with complimentary fine wine. Modern, spacious and tastefully decorated, most AmaWaterways ships welcome an average of just 150 guests and feature onboard amenities such as a stunning Main Lounge, specialty Chef’s Table restaurant, hair and massage salons, Sun Deck walking track, and heated outdoor swimming pools with swim-up bars. AmaWaterways leads the river cruise industry in innovation, highlighted by the launch of the revolutionary AmaMagna. The company also offers a variety of themed sailings and brand relationships, with sailings geared towards active travelers and families, as well as group and charter options.
