{"product_id":"rhine-christmas-markets-cruise-package","title":"Rhine Christmas Markets (Trafalgar River Cruise)","description":"\u003csection class=\"collections\/touring\/products\"\u003e\n\n  \u003c!-- SEO Meta Tags --\u003e\n  \u003cmeta name=\"title\" content=\"Rhine Christmas Markets Cruise | Europe River Cruise from South Africa\"\u003e\n  \u003cmeta name=\"description\" content=\"7-night Rhine Christmas Markets cruise from Dusseldorf to Basel from R76,000 per person. Includes meals, drinks and guided tours.\"\u003e\n  \u003cmeta name=\"keywords\" content=\"Rhine Christmas markets cruise, Europe cruise from South Africa, Trafalgar Verity cruise, festive river cruise Europe\"\u003e\n\n  \u003ch1\u003eRhine Christmas Markets River Cruise Package\u003c\/h1\u003e\n  \u003ch2\u003e7‑Night Festive Trafalgar Cruise from Dusseldorf to Basel\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n  \u003cp class=\"price-line\"\u003e\n    \u003cstrong\u003eFrom R76,000 per person*\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n    7-night Europe river cruise | Twin-share stateroom\n  \u003c\/p\u003e\n\n  \u003cdiv class=\"overview\"\u003e\n    \u003ch3\u003eOverview\u003c\/h3\u003e\n    \u003cp\u003e\n      Celebrate the festive season on the \u003cstrong\u003eRhine Christmas Markets cruise\u003c\/strong\u003e aboard the elegant \n      \u003cstrong\u003eTrafalgar Verity\u003c\/strong\u003e. Travel from Düsseldorf to Basel, discovering charming towns, historic cities,\n      and beautifully decorated Christmas markets along the Rhine.\n    \u003c\/p\u003e\n    \u003cp\u003e\n      This Europe cruise package from South Africa offers a magical blend of cultural exploration, festive traditions,\n      and relaxed onboard luxury.\n    \u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n  \u003cdiv class=\"includes\"\u003e\n    \u003ch3\u003ePackage Includes\u003c\/h3\u003e\n    \u003cul\u003e\n      \u003cli\u003e7-night cruise from Dusseldorf to Basel\u003c\/li\u003e\n      \u003cli\u003eRiverview Stateroom onboard Trafalgar Verity\u003c\/li\u003e\n      \u003cli\u003e7 breakfasts, 6 lunches, and 7 dinners\u003c\/li\u003e\n      \u003cli\u003eAfternoon teatime during sailings\u003c\/li\u003e\n      \u003cli\u003eWine, beer, soft drinks, tea and coffee with meals\u003c\/li\u003e\n      \u003cli\u003eGuided tours and optional experiences\u003c\/li\u003e\n      \u003cli\u003eAudio headsets for excursions\u003c\/li\u003e\n      \u003cli\u003eBicycles available for shore excursions\u003c\/li\u003e\n      \u003cli\u003eOnboard entertainment, gym, lounges, sundeck and bar\u003c\/li\u003e\n      \u003cli\u003eExperience Director, Manager and full crew\u003c\/li\u003e\n      \u003cli\u003eOnboard staff gratuities included\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003c\/ul\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n  \u003cdiv class=\"why-book\"\u003e\n    \u003ch3\u003eWhy Book This Holiday\u003c\/h3\u003e\n    \u003cul\u003e\n      \u003cli\u003eDiscover Europe’s most famous Christmas markets in one trip\u003c\/li\u003e\n      \u003cli\u003eExcellent value Europe cruise package from South Africa\u003c\/li\u003e\n      \u003cli\u003eFestive onboard atmosphere with all-inclusive dining\u003c\/li\u003e\n      \u003cli\u003eMultiple destinations with guided cultural experiences\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003c\/ul\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n  \u003cdiv class=\"experience\"\u003e\n    \u003ch3\u003eExperience \u0026amp; Dining\u003c\/h3\u003e\n    \u003cul\u003e\n      \u003cli\u003eSeasonal menus inspired by European festive traditions\u003c\/li\u003e\n      \u003cli\u003eComplimentary drinks with lunch and dinner\u003c\/li\u003e\n      \u003cli\u003eComfortable lounges and festive onboard environment\u003c\/li\u003e\n      \u003cli\u003eEvening entertainment and cultural storytelling\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003c\/ul\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n  \u003cdiv class=\"activities\"\u003e\n    \u003ch3\u003eActivities\u003c\/h3\u003e\n    \u003cul\u003e\n      \u003cli\u003eGuided tours of Cologne, Strasbourg, and Basel\u003c\/li\u003e\n      \u003cli\u003eVisit traditional Christmas markets along the Rhine\u003c\/li\u003e\n      \u003cli\u003eWalking tours through historic Old Towns\u003c\/li\u003e\n      \u003cli\u003eCycling excursions using onboard bicycles\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003c\/ul\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n  \u003cdiv class=\"perfect-for\"\u003e\n    \u003ch3\u003ePerfect For\u003c\/h3\u003e\n    \u003cul\u003e\n      \u003cli\u003eEurope river cruise holidays from South Africa\u003c\/li\u003e\n      \u003cli\u003eFestive season travel experiences\u003c\/li\u003e\n      \u003cli\u003eCouples and culture-focused travellers\u003c\/li\u003e\n      \u003cli\u003eRelaxed, all-inclusive holiday seekers\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003c\/ul\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n  \u003cdiv class=\"location\"\u003e\n    \u003ch3\u003eItinerary Highlights\u003c\/h3\u003e\n    \u003cul\u003e\n      \u003cli\u003eDay 1: Dusseldorf\u003c\/li\u003e\n      \u003cli\u003eDay 2: Cologne\u003c\/li\u003e\n      \u003cli\u003eDay 3: Koblenz\u003c\/li\u003e\n      \u003cli\u003eDay 4: Rudesheim\u003c\/li\u003e\n      \u003cli\u003eDay 5: Speyer\u003c\/li\u003e\n      \u003cli\u003eDay 6: Strasbourg\u003c\/li\u003e\n      \u003cli\u003eDay 7–8: Basel\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003c\/ul\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n  \u003cdiv class=\"value-adds\"\u003e\n    \u003ch3\u003eValue Adds\u003c\/h3\u003e\n    \u003cul\u003e\n      \u003cli\u003eDrinks included with meals\u003c\/li\u003e\n      \u003cli\u003eGuided excursions included\u003c\/li\u003e\n      \u003cli\u003eChristmas market experiences across multiple destinations\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003c\/ul\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n  \u003cdiv class=\"important-info\"\u003e\n    \u003ch3\u003eImportant Information\u003c\/h3\u003e\n    \u003cul\u003e\n      \u003cli\u003eDeal number: 25618019\u003c\/li\u003e\n      \u003cli\u003eDeparture date: 09 December 2026\u003c\/li\u003e\n      \u003cli\u003eThis deal expires 30 June 2026\u003c\/li\u003e\n      \u003cli\u003eFlights, visas, insurance and personal expenses excluded\u003c\/li\u003e\n      \u003cli\u003eAlternative departures may be available\u003c\/li\u003e\n      \u003cli\u003ePrices are subject to availability and change\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003c\/ul\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n  \u003c!-- Structured Data --\u003e\n  \u003cscript 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