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ZURICH TO LUCERNE & CHRISTMAS MARKETS ON THE RHINE

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December 11, 2026
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  • TWIN SHARE PER PERSON | CATEGORY E - STATEROOM
  • TWIN SHARE PER PERSON | CATEGORY C - PANORAMA BALCONY STATEROOM
  • TWIN SHARE PER PERSON | CATEGORY B - PANORAMA BALCONY STATEROOM

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13 Days
Availability: 11 to 23 December 2026
Perth
Zurich
Moderate Pace

Sail the Rhine, explore Christmas markets, festive Europe delights.

Tour Details

A classic journey along the Rhine, Main, and Danube rivers is a feast for the senses, where breathtaking landscapes meet centuries of culture and history. Here, grand world-class cities stand gracefully alongside charming romantic towns, each with its own story to tell. In the glow of the festive season, the magic deepens as you sail through the heart of Europe and discover bustling traditional Christmas markets, brimming with the scent of spiced wine and the sparkle of handcrafted treasures. There is truly nothing like a Christmas River cruise on the Rhine, where every port brings a new delight and every market stall offers the perfect gift to share with loved ones back home.

Tour Highlights

  • Visit Zurich and Lucerne and enjoy their beautiful Christmas markets and guided city tours
  • Cruise the Rhine River on a luxury Emerald Cruises Star-Ship with delicious meals included
  • Explore the Black Forest area and its famous Christmas market under the Ravenna Viaduct
  • Discover historic towns like Strasbourg, Heidelberg, Koblenz, and Düsseldorf with their unique Christmas markets
  • Take a scenic canal cruise in Amsterdam and explore its festive markets
  • Enjoy special EmeraldPLUS activities, including festive talks and exclusive market visits
  • Taste regional foods and seasonal treats along the way

Tour Includes

  • Home pick-up and return by private Car
  • Escorted from Perth by a Kings Tour Manager
  • Return economy airfares and taxes
  • Return airport transfers
  • The services of an Emerald Cruises cruise director
  • 1 nights’ accommodation in Zurich
  • 2 nights’ accommodation in Lucerne
  • 7 nights on board an Emerald Cruises Star-Ship
  • Complimentary wine, beer and soft drinks served with lunch and dinner on board
  • Breakfast daily, 6 lunches and 7 dinners
  • Port taxes and charges
  • All tipping and gratuities
  • Sightseeing and entry fees as per the itinerary
  • Guided city tours in Zurich, Lucerne, Strasbourg, Heidelberg, Koblenz & Düsseldorf
  • Visits to Europe’s most enchanting Christmas markets with festive experiences
  • Special extras: Cologne beer tasting, Christmas traditions lecture & canal cruise

Tour Conditions

A non-refundable/non-transferable deposit of $1500 per person is due within 7 days of making your booking to secure your reservation on the tour. This deposit guarantees your reservation on the tour/cruise and acceptance of our terms and conditions. 

Full payment is due 10 months prior to departure.  If booking inside of 10 months prior, full payment is required within 30 days.

The advertised price is based on a Pay in Full Offer – bookings must be made by 31 Oct 2025, unless extended.

Home pick-up and return is included based on a set radius – surcharges will apply outside these areas. Other special conditions may apply to each individual tour, please contact the office for further details.

A Kings Tour Manager from Perth is subject to a minimum of 10 paying passengers.

All itineraries are subject to change due to occasional restrictions in opening times/days of some attractions, e.g. churches, wineries etc. We cannot be held responsible for any changes due to closures, inclement weather etc.

A valid passport is required for this journey.  Your passport must be valid for 6 months after your return to Australia

Itinerary

Day 1 & 2PERTH TO ZURICH

Your holiday begins with a private transfer to the airport. Meet your fellow travellers and Kings Tour Manager before boarding your flight to Zurich. Upon arrival, a friendly face will greet you and transfer you to your hotel. Enjoy the day at leisure—perhaps explore the charming Christmas markets along the lakefront promenade. Rest comfortably for the journey ahead.
Hotel: Hotel Krone Understrass, Zurich for 1 night

Day 3ZURICH - LUCERNE (B)

After a guided walking tour of Zurich, head to Lucerne, known for its stunning mountain views and old-world charm. Spend the afternoon wandering through the beautifully decorated Old Town and Christmas markets, soaking in the festive atmosphere.
Hotel: Radisson Blu Hotel, Lucerne for 2 nights

Day 4LUCERNE (BD)

Take a guided tour of Lucerne, including the medieval Altstadt, Chapel Bridge, and Water Tower. For stunning mountain views, join an optional excursion to Rigi and Weggis via scenic train and cable car.

Day 5LUCERNE - BASEL (BD)

Travel to Basel through scenic Swiss landscapes and board your Emerald Cruises Star-Ship. Enjoy a welcome dinner on board as you get to know your fellow travellers.

Cruise: Emerald Luna for 7 nights in a Panorama Balcony Stateroom

Day 6BREISACH (BLD)

Explore Breisach, the gateway to the Black Forest. Take a scenic drive to Hofgut Sternen and visit the Christmas market beneath the Ravenna Viaduct. If you wish, join an optional tour of Colmar, famous for its festive decorations.

Day 7KEHL TO STRASBOURG (BLD)

Cross the river to Strasbourg and enjoy a guided tour of its UNESCO-listed Grande Île. Explore Strasbourg’s Christmas markets, offering seasonal treats and unique gifts. Optionally, indulge in a spa experience in Baden-Baden.

Day 8GERMERSHEIM AND HEIDELBERG (BLD)

Travel to Heidelberg for a guided tour of its romantic Old Town and Heidelberg Castle, offering panoramic views of the city. Stroll through the historic streets and visit Germany’s oldest university.

Day 9KOBLENZ (BLD)

In Koblenz, enjoy an orientation walk through the charming city. Attend a lecture on European Christmas traditions or opt for an excursion to the Moselle Valley and Cochem Castle.

Day 10COLOGNE AND DÜSSELDORF (BLD)

Explore the festive markets in Cologne and Düsseldorf. Visit the markets beneath the Cologne Cathedral and enjoy the unique offerings of Düsseldorf’s themed markets. Optionally, experience a German Beer tasting.

Day 11AMSTERDAM (BLD)

In Amsterdam, enjoy a canal cruise through the UNESCO-listed waterways. Visit the city’s Christmas markets, and optionally, take a private “Hidden Gems” tour or indulge in Dutch culinary delights.

DAY 12 & 13AMSTERDAM - PERTH (B)

After breakfast, bid farewell to your fellow guests and transfer to the airport for your flight home. Upon arrival in Perth (Day 13), your driver will be waiting to take you home, just in time for Christmas.

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