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Delight in the charms of a European Christmas as you cruise along the Rhine in a Scenic Space-Ship decked out in festive finery.

Destinations

Rhine

Day-by-Day Itinerary

Before the cruise

Day-by-day stops

Soak up the festive atmosphere in Europe during visits to the Christmas Markets along the Rhine River
5-Star Scenic Space-Ships with up to 163 guests
Your choice of spacious Standard Suite, or a Balcony Suite with an innovative Scenic Sun Lounge
Discover Heidelberg Castle sitting above the wonderful city of Heidelberg
1 Scenic Enrich experience with a private classical evening concert at a spectacular Baroque Palace – Exclusive to Scenic
Discover the winemaking town of Rüdesheim
Personalise your trip with 4 included Scenic Freechoice activities

Ship

Scenic Jewel

Scenic

A 5-star Scenic Space-Ship purpose-built for European river cruising — 135 metres, 4 decks, 163 guests across all-suite, virtually all-balcony accommodation. Sister vessels of Diamond / Sapphire / Crystal share the same hull, interior and inclusion package, differing only in deck-plan tweaks year-on-year.

Passengers163

Built2013

Decks4

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Onboard Life

Booking & Cancellation Policies

Children Policy

River cruises set a minimum boarding age of 12; guests under 12 require individual case review. Strict age limits apply to Scenic Eclipse polar & expedition voyages. Child fares shall be calculated separately based on official sailing tariff. All port charges, taxes, single supplements and land arrangements are charged at full standard rates.All guests under 18 must be accompanied by a parent or legal guardian.

Third Person Policy

Selected suite categories accommodate a third guest (sofa-bed configuration in Owner's Penthouse on Eclipse). Third guest fare is typically 50% of the per-person twin-share rate. Subject to availability.The maximum number of occupants per suite shall not exceed the official rated capacity. Child discount: 50%

Single Supplement

All published cruise fares are calculated on twin-share per guest basis. Single occupancy of any suite requires payment of the applicable single supplement rate set by each route and suite category. FOC complimentary suites are calculated on twin-share basis; single use of FOC suites shall pay full single supplement.

Cancellation Policy

150+ days before departure: 3000 USD penalty 121–149 days before departure: 50% penalty 0–120 days before departure: 100% penalty Loss of Booking Deposit of USD 1,000 and remaining Booking Deposit granted as FutureTravel Credit. Name change fee: $250 USD

Gratuities

All gratuities for the ship's crew, expedition team and shore-side guides are included in your fare. Additional tipping is entirely at your discretion and never expected. Spa, salon and other personal services are not all-inclusive — discretionary tipping applies if desired.

Insurance Requirements

Travel insurance is strongly recommended for all voyages. Mandatory for Scenic Eclipse polar / expedition voyages — must include trip cancellation, medical evacuation (USD 100,000 minimum), repatriation and pre-existing condition coverage. Proof of insurance required prior to embarkation.

Your booking is made with Gvoya — the terms shown above are the Gvoya platform terms applied to this voyage. Full details: Booking Terms·Cancellation Policy

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Rhine Christmas Markets

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International flights

Zurich > Basel

Breisach

Kehl

Mannheim

Rüdesheim

Rüdesheim > Cologne

Düsseldorf

Amsterdam