Happy Christmas Eve and a very happy holidays to all of you! However you celebrate, we hope that you are having a joyful holiday season full of magical new memories with those you love. There are many different ways to celebrate this time of year. Disney has shared three adventures that involve river cruises and Christmas memories being made. They come from Adventures by Disney and National Geographic Expeditions. They all include special Christmas moments along the way. Check out these three river cruises below!
Adventures by Disney, Rhine River Cruise: Christmas Markets
On this festive eight-day itinerary with Adventures by Disney, guests will visit four countries along the gorgeous Rhine River: Switzerland, France, Germany and The Netherlands.
There are some seriously magical stops on this trip. In the quaint city of Colmar in France, guests can explore Christmas Markets and make a visit to the Cheese Museum – which includes a demonstration and delicious tasting, of course. Other activities include a tour with a costumed guide through the historic Heidelberg Castle – an important Renaissance structure that once served as home to royalty – and a visit to the beautiful city of Strasbourg, a city nicknamed as the “Capital of Christmas.” Here, onboard the Petit Train, guests can take in the breathtaking decorations as they ride through narrow city streets.
And these are just a few amazing activities on this jolly itinerary. From the second you step onto the ship, Disney-trained Adventure Guides elevate the entire experience – handling all of the logistics and planning for a completely hassle-free journey.
National Geographic Expeditions, Danube River Cruise: Christmas Markets
This incredible itinerary is steeped in history and culture. Some of Europe’s oldest Christmas traditions originated along the Danube River, and this trip was curated to fully immerse travelers into these beloved holiday practices. Plus, each departure is accompanied by a National Geographic Expert and National Geographic Photography Expert – perfect for the curious traveler excited to learn more through onboard lectures and hands-on demonstrations.
Travelers will embark on a voyage through Hungary, Austria and Germany aboard a luxury river cruising vessel, stopping along the way to explore stunning cobblestone streets, charming villages and Christmas Markets bursting with character.
Other highlights of this active trip include an exclusive behind-the-scenes tour of Vienna’s Museum of Natural History led by the curator of the museum’s meteorite exhibit, a visit to the UNESCO-designated old town and Christmas markets of Salzburg, and a private walking tour amongst idyllic baroque architecture in Passau, Germany.
Adventures by Disney, Danube River Cruise: Christmas Markets
This amazing trip brings guests to seven incredible destinations across three countries in eight days. Traveling along the Danube River with Adventures by Disney during Christmas time is a truly magical experience – bringing families to explore iconic landmarks, celebratory demonstrations and cheerful decorations in cities known for their merry celebrations.
Besides, what better way to get in the spirit than learning to make an apple strudel on the beautifully decorated grounds of Schönbrunn Palace in Vienna? What about a carriage ride in Budapest or a Bavarian-style Oktoberfest celebration for the entire family in Germany? There’s so much merry fun to be had along this route, and the talented Adventure Guides have a knack for bringing guests right into the heart of it all.
What do you think of this Christmas river cruises? Which one most intrigues you? Will you be experiencing any of them? You can book any or all of them as a Christmas gift for a loved one or yourself through Mouseways Travel, the official travel partner of Daps Magic! Merry Christmas to you all and a very happy holidays!
