River Cruises during Advent and Holidays
Experience the most beautiful Christmas markets and enjoy Christmas to the fullest.
As the year comes to an end and Christmas is fast approaching, we're sure you are looking forward to a well-deserved break. Spend the most festive time of the year on board A-ROSA — and treat yourself and your loved ones to a holiday cruise with our all-round carefree fare Premium All-Inclusive.
Visit the most beautiful Christmas markets along the rivers during Advent, or book an unforgettable holiday cruise to celebrate Christmas.
We offer fantastic Christmas cruises on the Danube and Rhine. And, best of all, we'll take care of everything — all you have to think about is nothing but relaxing!
ADVENT & CHRISTMAS ON BOARD
- Festive atmosphere on board with lots of surprises for young and old
- Experience the most beautiful Christmas markets in Strasbourg, Antwerp or Vienna
- Festive buffet on Christmas days
- Pure relaxation in the SPA-ROSA
- Kids Club on family cruises
- All-round carefree fare Premium All-Inclusive
TIP: Family Cruises at Christmas
Celebrate the most magical time of the year together on board an A-ROSA cruise! Our festive Christmas journeys are perfect for families who want to relax, discover new destinations and enjoy the holidays in a truly special way.
While parents treat themselves to some well-deserved time off, whether in the SPA-ROSA or with a warm drink in the lounge, the little ones are in best hands. In the A-ROSA Kids Club, children can look forward to a varied and age-appropriate activity programme with festive crafts, games and holiday surprises.
From the glow of the decorated ship to the delicious holiday meals and joyful entertainment on board, everything is designed to bring families closer and make memories that will last a lifetime. Discover Christmas magic on the river – relaxed, cosy and unforgettable.
Christmas Cruises 2025
4
Nights
Danube Christmas Markets 2025
4
Nights
You take the leading role in this Christmas tale.
From Passau to Wachau, Vienna, Bratislava and Linz to Passau.
from € 804 pp
Premium All-Inclusive | cabin B
4
Nights
Rhine Christmas Markets 2025
4
Nights
A cruise that’s as festive as any sleigh ride.
From Cologne to Rüdesheim, Mainz, Frankfurt, Loreley Valley and Koblenz to Cologne.
from € 854 pp
Premium All-Inclusive | cabin C
5
Nights
Danube Enchanting Christmas Markets 2025
5
Nights
On the Danube you’ll find the city of your dreams. And then another one. And another.
From Passau to Wachau, Vienna, Bratislava, Krems, Wachau, Melk and Linz to Passau.
from € 898 pp
Premium All-Inclusive | cabin S
5
Nights
Rhine Enchanting Christmas Markets 2025
5
Nights
Merry Christmas everywhere!
From Cologne to Rüdesheim, Germersheim (Speyer), Strasbourg (Kehl), Mainz, Loreley Valley and Koblenz to Cologne.
from € 1,268 pp
Premium All-Inclusive | cabin C
5
Nights
Main River Enchanting Christmas Markets 2025
5
Nights
A special winter fairytale on the Danube!
From Nuremberg to Regensburg and Kelheim to Nuremberg.
from € 998 pp
Premium All-Inclusive | cabin A
5
Nights
Rhine Christmas Dream 2025
5
Nights
Head north, from Santa to Sinterklaas.
From Cologne to Antwerp, Amsterdam (Lelystad*) and Düsseldorf to Cologne.
from € 1,198 pp
Premium All-Inclusive | cabin A
7
Nights
Rhine Christmas 2025
7
Nights
Celebrate where people know how to do it.
From Cologne to Cochem, Bernkastel-Kues, Koblenz, Frankfurt and Mainz to Cologne.
from € 1,996 pp
Premium All-Inclusive | cabin D
Christmas Cruises 2026
4
Nights
Danube Christmas Markets 2026
4
Nights
You take the leading role in this Christmas tale.
From Passau to Wachau, Vienna, Dürnstein, Melk and Linz to Passau.
Save up to € 1,000 until 08 Dec 2025
with promo code BLACKWEEK2025
from € 548 pp
Premium All-Inclusive | cabin S
5
Nights
Danube Christmas Dream 2026
5
Nights
A gift with the dark blue ribbon of the Danube.
From Passau to Bratislava, Vienna and Melk to Passau.
Save up to € 1,000 until 08 Dec 2025
with promo code BLACKWEEK2025
from € 938 pp
Premium All-Inclusive | cabin S
5
Nights
Danube Enchanting Christmas 2026
5
Nights
The perfect accompaniment to Christmas: A poetic journey.
From Passau to Melk, Wachau, Vienna, Bratislava and Cruising Day to Passau.
Save up to € 1,000 until 08 Dec 2025
with promo code BLACKWEEK2025
from € 898 pp
Premium All-Inclusive | cabin S
4
Nights
Rhine Christmas Markets 2026
4
Nights
A cruise that’s as festive as any sleigh ride.
From Cologne to Rüdesheim, Mainz, Frankfurt, Loreley Valley and Koblenz to Cologne.
Super Early Booking Price
for bookings until 30 November 2025
from € 548 pp
Premium All-Inclusive | cabin S
5
Nights
Rhine Christmas Dream 2026
5
Nights
Head north, from Santa to Sinterklaas.
From Cologne to Antwerp, Amsterdam (Lelystad*) and Düsseldorf to Cologne.
Super Early Booking Price
for bookings until 30 November 2025
from € 938 pp
Premium All-Inclusive | cabin S
5
Nights
Rhine Enchanting Christmas 2026
5
Nights
To enjoy a relaxed Christmas on the Rhine is no fairy tale.
From Cologne to Rüdesheim, Speyer*, Strasbourg (Kehl), Mainz, Loreley Valley and Koblenz to Cologne.
Super Early Booking Price
for bookings until 30 November 2025
from € 938 pp
Premium All-Inclusive | cabin S
5
Nights
Main River Enchanting Christmas Markets 2026
5
Nights
A special winter fairytale on the Danube!
From Nuremberg to Regensburg and Kelheim to Nuremberg.
Super Early Booking Price
for bookings until 30 November 2025
from € 898 pp
Premium All-Inclusive | cabin S
7
Nights
Rhine Christmas City Experience 2026
7
Nights
So much to see - so much to celebrate!
From Cologne to Amsterdam (Lelystad*), Antwerp, Dordrecht and Nijmegen to Cologne.
Super Early Booking Price
for bookings until 30 November 2025
from € 1,754 pp
Premium All-Inclusive | cabin B
7
Nights
Southern Rhine Christmas 2026
7
Nights
This year there will be no pre-Christmas stress with your dream holiday!
From Frankfurt to Koblenz, Rüdesheim, Wiesbaden, Speyer*, Strasbourg, Mannheim and Mainz to Frankfurt.
Super Early Booking Price
for bookings until 30 November 2025
from € 1,554 pp
Premium All-Inclusive | cabin A
7
Nights
Main River Discovery Frankfurt - Nuremberg 2026
7
Nights
On this cruise, moments become lifelong memories!
From Frankfurt to Aschaffenburg, Wertheim, Würzburg, Schweinfurt and Bamberg to Nuremberg.
Super Early Booking Price
for bookings until 30 November 2025
from € 998 pp
Premium All-Inclusive | cabin S
7
Nights
Main River Discovery Nuremberg - Frankfurt 2026
7
Nights
The river cruise of your dreams sets course towards the Main river!
From Nuremberg to Bamberg, Schweinfurt, Würzburg and Miltenberg to Frankfurt.
Super Early Booking Price
for bookings until 30 November 2025
from € 1,154 pp
Premium All-Inclusive | cabin A
Enjoy all A-ROSA benefits on our Christmas Cruises
Premium All-Inclusive
- THE MOST DELECTABLE WAY OF TRAVELLING: FULL BOARD PLUS.
Comprehensive breakfast, lunch and dinner buffets, embarkation refreshment and daily teatime snack. - A CHEERY HOLIDAY: INCLUDING ALL THE BEVERAGES YOU LIKE.
Enjoyment all day long. Tea, water, soft drinks, sparkling wine as well as a selection of wine & beer, during bar opening hours. - RESTFUL & HEALTHY: AT REDUCED PRICES.
Reduced prices on wellness and beauty treatments at SPA‑ROSA (except A‑ROSA ALEA & A‑ROSA CLEA) - CABINS WHERE YOU CAN SPREAD OUT YOUR HOLIDAY JOY: RELAX.
Our spacious, stylish cabins have been designed to ensure a pleasant atmosphere. - HUGE & FAMILIAR: CHILDREN 15 YEARS OLD AND UNDER TRAVEL FOR FREE*.
* Children up to and including 15 years of age travel free of charge when accompanied by at least one (two in Cat. G) supervising adult on Deck 1. From Deck 2 children receive a 30 % discount. Furthermore, children up to 7 years of age accompanied by 2 supervising adults can use a sofa bed free of charge on the A‑ROSA SENA in categories B - D. On the A‑ROSA ALVA, A‑ROSA ALEA & A‑ROSA CLEA children accompanied by at least one supervising adult receive a 30 % discount. The children’s discount is only valid for the cruise itself. Limited availabilities on all cruises.
Tip: New Year's Cruises
Ringing in the New Year couldn't be more exciting!
Kick off the New Year on a relaxing note with a New Year's cruise on board the A-ROSA fleet on the Danube, Rhine or Seine. Welcome in the new year with fabulous winter fairyland views and spectacular fireworks in Amsterdam, Frankfurt, Paris or Vienna.
7
Nights
Danube New Year's 2026
7
Nights
End the old year as the new one begins: with new prospects.
From Passau to Wachau, Vienna, Bratislava, Budapest and Cruising Day to Passau.
Save up to € 1,000 until 08 Dec 2025
with promo code BLACKWEEK2025
from € 1,554 pp
Premium All-Inclusive | cabin S
7
Nights
Danube Enchanting New Year's 2026
7
Nights
The old year ends like the new one begins: With a new outlook.
From Passau to Cruising Day, Wachau, Budapest, Vienna, Dürnstein and Linz to Passau.
Save up to € 1,000 until 08 Dec 2025
with promo code BLACKWEEK2025
from € 1,754 pp
Premium All-Inclusive | cabin S
7
Nights
Southern Rhine New Year's Dream 2026
7
Nights
Celebrate the New Year with your dream cruise on the Rhine!
From Frankfurt to Rüdesheim, Speyer*, Breisach, Basel*, Strasbourg and Mainz to Frankfurt.
Super Early Booking Price
for bookings until 30 November 2025
from € 1,498 pp
Premium All-Inclusive | cabin S
7
Nights
Rhine New Year 2026
7
Nights
Where's the best party in Amsterdam? Everywhere in Amsterdam.
From Cologne to Antwerp, Rotterdam, Amsterdam (Lelystad*) and Nijmegen to Cologne.
Super Early Booking Price
for bookings until 30 November 2025
from € 1,654 pp
Premium All-Inclusive | cabin S
7
Nights
Rhine Enchanting New Year 2026
7
Nights
We not only keep the best for last. We also keep it for starters!
From Cologne to Rüdesheim, Speyer*, Frankfurt, Mainz, Koblenz and Bonn to Cologne.
Super Early Booking Price
for bookings until 30 November 2025
from € 1,454 pp
Premium All-Inclusive | cabin S
frequently asked questions
A-ROSA also offers River Cruises on the Rhine and Danube during the festive season. You can find an overview of all Christmas Cruises here.
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A-ROSA offers River Cruises on the Rhine and Danube during the festive season. You can find an overview of all Christmas Cruises here here.
Keywords: Christmas, Christmas, Cruise, Rhine, Danube
You can easily book your arrival by plane when booking your Cruise on the A-ROSA website, with your travel agent or at the A-ROSA Service Center.
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