Christmas and New Year 2023
The magic of holidays over waterChristmas and New Year are one of the best times of the year to travel.
Discover our 2023 and 2024, Christmas markets, Christmas Tour and New Year cruises.
In France, In Europe or worldwide, we will make sure to offer you the most memorable end of the year !
Christmas markets
Stop in STRASBOURG - The Alsatian Wine Route and Colmar - STRASBOURG
Discover the Alsatian Christmas markets! Deeply rooted in the history of the region, Christmas traditions in Alsace are unique and particularly enchanting. You will be amazed by all that the markets have to offer, with of course the traditional mulled wine, crafts, magical lighting and much more.
See cruise detailsStop in STRASBOURG - BREISACH - Freiburg - BREISACH - Ecomuseum of Alsace - Colmar - BREISACH - STRASBOURG
Cruise along the Rhine and explore the black forest, a land where Christmas traditions are deeply rooted in history. Stroll through the aisles of the Christmas markets, beautifully illuminated and brimming with the gourmet fragrances of mulled wine and gingerbread. You will also be seduced by the heart-warming atmosphere in Colmar, a city of art and history with an exceptional heritage: join us for a memorable journey full of magical discoveries!
See cruise detailsStop in VIENNA - BUDAPEST - BRATISLAVA - VIENNA
Join us for a cruise in the heart of the major capitals along the Danube and discover the most enchanting Christmas markets in Europe. Stroll through beautiful squares and enchanting Christmas markets in Vienna, enjoying the scents of mulled wine and gingerbread perfuming the aisles between the wooden cabins. You can also visit the Christmas markets of Bratislava and Budapest where the local artisanship and culinary delights will bring the magic of Christmas to your heart.
See cruise detailsStop in Avignon - AIGUES MORTES - ARLES - TARASCON - AVIGNON
Rich in symbols, full of emotions and sensations, Christmas traditions in Provence bring meaning and color to the holiday. From Avignon to Aigues-Mortes, let yourself be enchanted by the magic of Provence. In Aigues-Mortes, discover the fougasse, a traditional delicacy reserved for the holidays; in Arles, dive into the art of santon makers with the creator’s fair, a tribute to this iconic popular craft. Further on, explore the Château de Tarascon, a majestic fortress on the banks of the Rhône, or the perched village of Les Baux-de-Provence with its santon museum and traditional Provençal nativity scene. Don’t miss the Palais des Papes in Avignon, an imposing Gothic fortress, a witness to the religious power of the 14th century.
See cruise detailsStop in AVIGNON - TARASCON - ARLES - AIGUES MORTES - Avignon
Rich in symbols, emotions, and sensations, Christmas traditions in Provence bring meaning and color to the holiday. From Avignon to Aigues-Mortes, let yourself be enchanted by the magic of provincial Christmas markets. The Palace of the Popes in Avignon, an imposing Gothic fortress and a symbol of religious power in the 14th century; Les Baux-de-Provence, whose citadel overlooks natural sites of extraordinary beauty, and its santons museum with its traditional Provençal nativity scene; or Aigues-Mortes, where you can taste fougasse, a treat once reserved for the Christmas season.
See cruise detailsChristmas cruises
Stop in VENICE - CHIOGGIA (or surroundings) - VENICE - Burano - Murano - VENICE
Embark on a magical cruise in the heart of Venice to celebrate Christmas. Visit Venice and its famous landmarks such as San Marco Square and the Doge's Palace. You will also have the chance to attend Christmas mass in Venice. Do not miss out on towns with unique architecture such as Padua, stretching around a charming medieval center dotted with small squares and grand palaces.
See cruise detailsStop in STRASBOURG - RÜDESHEIM - BOPPARD - MAINZ - STRASBOURG
Cruise the romantic Rhine Valley this Christmas and discover the famous Christmas market of Strasbourg, one of the biggest in Europe. Immerse yourself in the festive atmosphere of the end-of-year celebrations! You can also attend the famous Christmas Mass in Boppard and discover the authentic and traditional cities of Rüdesheim and Mainz.
See cruise detailsStop in STRASBOURG - BREISACH - STRASBOURG
Join us for a magical cruise on the Upper Rhine where you can celebrate Christmas and discover new traditions. Be carried away by the warm and festive atmosphere of the famous Christmas markets in Strasbourg and Colmar. You can also attend the Christmas Mass in Breisach after an exciting Christmas eve dinner.
See cruise detailsStop in NANTES - SAINT-NAZAIRE(4) - NANTES - ANCENIS - The Châteaux of the Loire Valley - Angers - CHALONNES-SUR-LOIRE(5) - ANCENIS - NANTES
Enjoy a magical cruise along the Loire and discover medieval castles and the Escal'Atlantic. Explore Saint-Nazaire (6) where you can admire the shipyard where the Queen Mary II was built. Discover the magic of the Chateaux of the Loire and visit Nantes and its historical treasures. You will have the option to attend the Christmas Mass in Ancenis and celebrate Christmas on the Loire in a friendly and festive atmosphere.
See cruise detailsStop in STRASBOURG - The Romantic Rhine - COLOGNE - AMSTERDAM
Enjoy a unique cruise on the Rhine River from Strasbourg to Amsterdam and immerse yourself in Christmas magic! You will discover the famous Christmas market in Strasbourg with local crafts, mulled wine and much more. Christmas Eve dinner will be followed by a most memorable Christmas Mass in Cologne before continuing to Holland.
See cruise detailsNew Year Cruises
Stop in BORDEAUX - CUSSAC-FORT-MEDOC - BLAYE - LIBOURNE(2) - Saint-Emilion - BORDEAUX
Embark on a memorable cruise through Bordeaux and its region and celebrate a unique New Year's Eve! Explore the Grands Crus Wine Route of the Medoc as well as Blaye and its citadel, proudly dominating the estuary.
See cruise detailsStop in SEVILLE - CÁDIZ - EL PUERTO DE SANTA MARIA(2) - Jerez - SEVILLE - Córdoba - SEVILLE
Enjoy a cruise on the Guadalquivir this New Year and discover the famous cities of Andalusia such as Seville with its tremendous heritage and old town center that houses fascinating monuments. Explore Cadiz and its surroundings and discover Roman theaters and medieval castles alike.
See cruise detailsStop in STRASBOURG - COCHEM - BERNKASTEL - KOBLENZ - RÜDESHEIM - MANNHEIM or SPEYER - STRASBOURG
Celebrate the New year on the romantic Rhine and Moselle and discover Bernkastel, a beautiful town in the heart of the Moselle Valley, but also Koblenz, which is today a small yet dynamic German city with many stories to tell.
See cruise detailsStop in NANTES -SAINT-NAZAIRE(2) - NANTES - ANCENIS(3) - The Châteaux of the Loire Valley - CHALONNES-SUR-LOIRE(4) - Angers - NANTES
Join us for a magical cruise along the Loire for an unforgettable New Year's Eve! Discover the many Chateaux of the Loire, Nantes and its historical treasures, or Saint-Nazaire (5) where you can admire the shipyard where the Queen Mary II ship was built.
See cruise detailsStop in Siem Reap - Angkor Temples - KOH CHEN - KAMPONG TRALACH - KAMPONG CHHNANG - PHNOM PENH - CHAU DOC - SA DEC - VINH LONG - CAI BE - MY THO - HO CHI MINH CITY - Hue - Da Nang - Hoi An - My Son - Hanoi
Prolong your stay with a 7-day post-cruise program and discover the essential sites in two Vietnamese provinces formerly known as Annam and Tonkin. Visit the capital, Hanoi, as well as thousand-year-old pagodas, lakes and historical monuments. Set out on an unforgettable cruise on the legendary Halong Bay among the fantastically formed islands, crags, and cliffs.
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