Cruise |
A-Rosa Aqua, 4 Night Rhine Christmas Markets 2026 ex Cologne, Germany Return |
Cruise Line |
A-Rosa Cruises |
Ship |
A-Rosa Aqua |
Destination |
EU Rivers |
Brief Description |
4 Night Cruise sailing from Cologne, Germany onboard A-Rosa Aqua |
Type of Cruise |
River |
Departure Date |
18 Dec 2026 |
Cruise Description |
4 Nights from Cologne to Rüdesheim, Mainz, Frankfurt, Loreley Valley and Koblenz 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: Rüdesheim
The town describes its biggest attraction, the world-famous Drosselgasse, as ‘144 metres of joie de vivre’. This centre of Rhine Romanticism once inspired poets and musicians – it was here that Brahms composed his Symphony No. 3. Rüdesheim is the best-known spot in the Rheingau and has plenty of cultural attractions, including stately homes and fortifications. And no visit to the towns and countryside of this area of the Rhine would be complete without a Rüdesheim coffee, which was invented here.
Day 2: Mainz
Mainz bleibt Mainz (or ‘Mainz is always Mainz’) is more than a carnival motto. It is an expression of the easy-going way of life that makes the locals proud of their city, makes it easy for non-locals to settle in and helps visitors to enjoy their stay here. With 2,000 years of history, Mainz is not just one of the oldest cities in Germany – it is also a place where you can see history come alive wherever you turn.
Day 3: Frankfurt
Welcome to Goethe’s birthplace! Here’s another historical fact while we’re at it: this is where the first German national assembly met in 1848. Today, the metropolis on the Main is home to the headquarters of major banks and is also one of Germany’s most important centres of business and commerce. Frankfurt is also known for its many futuristic-looking high-rises. You’ll get a closer view of them when your Rhine cruise takes you along the Main river.
Day 4: Frankfurt
Welcome to Goethe’s birthplace! Here’s another historical fact while we’re at it: this is where the first German national assembly met in 1848. Today, the metropolis on the Main is home to the headquarters of major banks and is also one of Germany’s most important centres of business and commerce. Frankfurt is also known for its many futuristic-looking high-rises. You’ll get a closer view of them when your Rhine cruise takes you along the Main river.
Day 4: Loreley Valley
The Ijsselmeer is an inland lake that was created by diking the Wadden Sea and the Zuiderzee bay. This is where you’ll find the lovely little town of Hoorn – make sure you explore it during your cruise along the northern Rhine.
Day 4: Koblenz
Discover Koblenz during your Rhine cruise. Its history dates back over 2,000 years, making it one of Germany’s oldest cities – and one of its most picturesque, with a wealth of sights and cultural attractions. Marvel at Koblenz’s palaces, stately homes, grand townhouses, narrow lanes and romantic corners. And watch as our A-ROSA ship sails close to the famous Deutsches Eck headland.
Day 5: 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 |
28 Nov 2026 |
24 Nov 2026 |
02 Dec 2026 |
06 Dec 2026 |
10 Dec 2026 |
14 Dec 2026 |
18 Dec 2026 |
Pricing |
Please enquire for pricing |
Cruise Itinerary
Date |
Port |
Arrive |
Depart |
18 Dec 2026 |
Cologne, Germany |
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5:00 PM |
19 Dec 2026 |
Rudesheim, Germany |
10:00 AM |
4:00 PM |
19 Dec 2026 |
Mainz, Germany |
7:00 PM |
11:59 PM |
20 Dec 2026 |
Frankfurt, Germany |
6:00 AM |
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21 Dec 2026 |
Frankfurt, Germany |
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2:00 AM |
21 Dec 2026 |
Lorelei, Germany |
10:00 AM |
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21 Dec 2026 |
Koblenz, Germany |
3:00 PM |
9:30 PM |
22 Dec 2026 |
Cologne, Germany |
5:00 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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