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Our festive sailings, short breaks and exciting new special interest itineraries are the ideal opportunity for you to get a unique taste of our famously flexible river cruises. Christmas takes on a new sparkle across our collection of Christmas markets, Christmas and New Year departures. Long weekend lovers will adore our compact but culture-packed 4 and 5-night options. And our special interest cruises tick off everything from photography to wellbeing escapes, led by expert guides. Ready to try something different?

Short Cruises

Our short-but-sweet mini cruises are the perfect chance to dip your toe into river cruising. Available across the Rhine and Danube rivers, these 4 and 5-night breaks promise vibrant ports, scenic sailing through Europe’s jaw-dropping landscapes and plenty of time to relax. We like to think these are a great alternative to city break with destinations on your doorstep, and an attentive crew and Premium All-Inclusive drinks and dining awaiting back on board.

Interest Sailings

Brand new for 2023, our special interest cruises line up themes like Meditation, Photography and Crafts to create an even more compelling reason to set sail with us. On these exclusive journeys, an expert host will be on hand to bring to life the destinations we visit with a new twist. For wellness enthusiasts, there's nothing like serene river-backed mindfulness sessions. While guests on our Photography cruises can hone their craft in some of the continent’s most photogenic locations.

Rhine Christmas Markets

5 NIGHTS FROM £1,549

Departs Nov & Dec 2023/24

A-ROSA SILVA - see page 63

Experience Germany’s famous Christmas markets and the ‘Capital of Christmas’ Strasbourg all wrapped up for the festive period.

DAY ITINERARY

1 FLY TO COLOGNE AND EMBARK - DEPART 17.00

2 RUDESHEIM - ARRIVE 09.00, DEPART 18.00

3 GERMERSHEIM/SPEYER - ARRIVE 08.00, DEPART 18.00

4 STRASBOURG - ARRIVE 06.00, DEPART 18.00

5 MAINZ, THE LORELEI GORGE & KOBLENZ - ARRIVE 06.00, DEPART 21.30

6 DISEMBARK COLOGNE - ARRIVE 05.00

Danube Christmas Markets

4 NIGHTS FROM £1,389

Departs Dec 2023/24

A-ROSA FLORA - see page 62

Twinkling streets, tasty treats and grand sights dusted by wintry frost. Embrace the festive markets and cheery atmosphere of the Danube’s beautiful cities preparing for Christmas.

DAY ITINERARY

1 FLY TO MUNICH, TRANSFER TO ENGELHARTSZELL AND EMBARK - DEPART 17.00

2 VIENNA - ARRIVE 13.00, DEPART 23.30

3 BRATISLAVA - ARRIVE 05.00, DEPART 13.00

4 LINZ - ARRIVE 14.00, DEPART 22.00

5 DISEMBARK ENGELHARTSZELL - ARRIVE 07.00

Rhine Enchanting Christmas

5 NIGHTS FROM £1,949

Departs 23 December 2023

A-ROSA SILVA - see page 63

Germany comes into its own in the festive period. Join us for Christmas aboard and enjoy magical cities dressed in twinkling lights and awe-inspiring wintry vistas.

DAY ITINERARY

1 FLY TO COLOGNE AND EMBARK - DEPART 18.00

2 RUDESHEIM - ARRIVE 11.00, DEPART 18.00

3 GERMERSHEIM (SPEYER) - ARRIVE 08.00, DEPART 19.00

4 STRASBOURG - ARRIVE 07.00, DEPART 16.00

5 MAINZ & KOBLENZ - ARRIVE 06.00, DEPART 12.00, ARRIVE 18.30, DEPART 21.30

6 DISEMBARK COLOGNE - ARRIVE 05.00

DANUBE NEW YEAR'S DREAM

7 NIGHTS FROM £2,599

Departs 28 December 2024

A-ROSA FLORA - see page 62

Ring in the New Year in the spectacular cities of the Danube.

DAY ITINERARY

1 FLY TO MUNICH – EMBARK IN ENGELHARTSZELL - DEPART 17.00

2 CRUISING DAY

3 BUDAPEST - ARRIVE 08.00 DEPART 18.00

4 BRATISLAVA - ARRIVE 11.00 DEPART 23.00

5 VIENNA - ARRIVE 08.00 DEPART 06.00 (FOLLOWING DAY)

6 DURNSTEIN - ARRIVE 13.00 DEPART 20.00

7 LINZ - ARRIVE 09.00 DEPART 22.00

8 DISEMBARK ENGELHARTSZELL - ARRIVE 07.00

5 NIGHTS FROM £1,669 pp

Departs March, November 2023/24

A-ROSA SENA - see page 20-23, 60

Discover the vibrant cities of the Northern Rhine on this compact but culture-rich cruise, designed for all ages.