Cruise |
A-Rosa Aqua, 5 Night Rhine Christmas Dream 2026 ex Cologne, Germany Return |
Cruise Line |
A-Rosa Cruises |
Ship |
A-Rosa Aqua |
Destination |
EU Rivers |
Brief Description |
5 Night Cruise sailing from Cologne, Germany onboard A-Rosa Aqua |
Type of Cruise |
River |
Departure Date |
22 Dec 2026 |
Cruise Description |
5 Nights from Cologne to Antwerp, Amsterdam (Lelystad*) and Düsseldorf to Cologne.
Day 1: Cologne
We will set off on our exciting Rhine cruise from here, heading for the northern or the southern Rhine. But you shouldn’t miss out on the opportunity to explore this cathedral city, with its wealth of monuments and attractions. The best way is to arrive the day before your cruise departs, so that you can relax – or simply extend your stay in Cologne after the cruise has ended.
Day 2: Antwerp
The port city of Antwerp is an absolute must-see. Rich in art and culture, it is also known as the ‘Diamond City’ due to its important role in the diamond trade. Antwerp is particularly enjoyable for foodies, thanks to the many tasty Belgian specialities on offer there – including waffles, chocolates and chips.
Day 3: Amsterdam (Lelystad*)
Amsterdam is an incredibly varied city. It’s old yet modern, relaxed yet bustling, and arty while also being commercial. With almost 7,500 listed buildings, it has the highest concentration of historical monuments in the whole country. When your Rhine cruise calls at Amsterdam, you’ll be able to discover a piece of history around every corner. *In individual cases, the local authorities in Amsterdam may not confirm the reserved berths. If no berth is allocated, our guests will be provided with a shuttle bus to Amsterdam.
Day 4: Amsterdam (Lelystad*)
Amsterdam is an incredibly varied city. It’s old yet modern, relaxed yet bustling, and arty while also being commercial. With almost 7,500 listed buildings, it has the highest concentration of historical monuments in the whole country. When your Rhine cruise calls at Amsterdam, you’ll be able to discover a piece of history around every corner. *In individual cases, the local authorities in Amsterdam may not confirm the reserved berths. If no berth is allocated, our guests will be provided with a shuttle bus to Amsterdam.
Day 5: Düsseldorf
Helau! Carnival is at home in the German city of Düsseldorf. But this Rhine metropolis has a lot more to offer beyond that. The state capital of North Rhine-Westphalia enchants visitors with its long history, its diverse range of cultural attractions (including museums and theatres) and its offbeat architecture. And you’ll find Fortuna here too – in the form of a football club. Lucky you! Discover Düsseldorf during your Rhine cruise and you’ll have plenty of stories to tell when you get home.
Day 6: Cologne
We will set off on our exciting Rhine cruise from here, heading for the northern or the southern Rhine. But you shouldn’t miss out on the opportunity to explore this cathedral city, with its wealth of monuments and attractions. The best way is to arrive the day before your cruise departs, so that you can relax – or simply extend your stay in Cologne after the cruise has ended. |
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Sailing Dates |
22 Dec 2026 |
Pricing |
Please enquire for pricing |
Cruise Itinerary
Date |
Port |
Arrive |
Depart |
22 Dec 2026 |
Cologne, Germany |
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5:00 PM |
23 Dec 2026 |
Antwerp, Belgium |
2:00 PM |
10:00 PM |
24 Dec 2026 |
Lelystad, Netherlands |
4:00 PM |
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25 Dec 2026 |
Lelystad, Netherlands |
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6:00 PM |
26 Dec 2026 |
Dusseldorf, Germany |
2:00 PM |
11:00 PM |
27 Dec 2026 |
Cologne, Germany |
6:00 AM |
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All itineraries and ports of call at the discretion of the cruise line subject to local weather conditions and may change without notice.
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