Christmas Markets &

Festive River Cruises

Experience Europe during its most magical season. Christmas markets, festive lights, and winter landscapes come together through structured river cruise itineraries.

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Multiple Markets, One Journey

Winter Beauty at Its Peak

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Why Christmas markets are better by river

  • Multiple markets, one journey — Nuremberg, Cologne, Vienna, Salzburg, Strasbourg all in one seamless itinerary, without multiple hotel bookings or train transfers.

  • High demand — secure early. Christmas cruises are among the fastest-selling sailings in the river cruise calendar. Popular departures sell out 6–12 months in advance.

  • Winter beauty at its peak — European cities in December are at their most beautifully lit. The warmth of the ship makes the cold outside feel entirely part of the experience.

  • Perfect for groups & families — the pre-planned, all-inclusive format removes festive season logistics for every generation.

Christmas cruise routes

Avalon's Panorama Suites feature floor-to-ceiling Open-Air Balcony Suites that transform the cabin into a panoramic viewing experience. The following November 2026 departures are available at special rates in Thai Baht.

The Danube Christmas Route:

Passau · Linz · Vienna · Bratislava · Budapest — Vienna's Christkindlmarkt at the Rathausplatz is the grandest of all European Christmas markets. Salzburg's Christkindlmarkt in the cathedral square is the most atmospheric. Budapest's Christmas market on Vörösmarty Square combines festive traditions with the city's own dramatic winter beauty.

Christmastime on the Danube:

Nuremberg - Linz - Vienna — 7 days, 2 countries - from USD $4,701

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Christmas cruises

The Rhine Christmas Route:

Basel · Strasbourg · Cologne · Amsterdam — Cologne's famous market in the shadow of its magnificent Gothic cathedral is one of the most photographed Christmas scenes in Europe. Strasbourg, the self-proclaimed 'Capital of Christmas', has been running its market since 1570. The Rhine Wine Lovers cruise (Oct/Nov departures) is a natural precursor to the festive season.

Romantic Rhine (Wine Lovers / Festive Season):

Amsterdam - Basel — 8 days, 4 countries

— Oct–Nov 2026 from THB 156,000 (Panorama Suites)

Christmas cruises

River cruise

Wine & Harvest

Prices from USD $4,701 (Avalon Christmastime on the Danube) · THB 156,000 (Panorama Suites, Oct–Nov 2026) · Availability is strictly limited — contact HTT early

WHAT'S INCLUDED ON ALL RIVER CRUISES:

  • All meals on board — breakfast, lunch, dinner & refreshments

  • Local wine, beer & soft drinks with meals

  • Guided Christmas market excursions at each port

  • Onboard festive entertainment & cultural programming

  • Port taxes & cruise fees

  • HTT adds: Bangkok flights, pre/post hotels, transfers & insurance

WHEN TO BOOK:

  • Book early (8–12 months ahead) → Christmas cruises are among the fastest-selling sailings of the year.

  • Best cabins (Book first) → Panorama Suites and balcony cabins sell out earliest.

  • Group bookings (12+ months) → HTT can hold group cabin blocks — contact us early for groups of 6+.

  • 2026 departures (Now) → Oct/Nov 2026 Panorama Suite departures available — speak to HTT.

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Priority access for returning clients:

Clients who have previously sailed with Avalon Waterways or Globus receive priority booking access through HTT for Christmas sailings.

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Festive group programmes:

HTT designs corporate incentive and family group Christmas cruise programmes — cabin blocks, customised excursions and private festive dinners on board.

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Complete Bangkok-to-ship management:

International flights, hotel nights in the embarkation city and full transfers are coordinated by HTT as a single festive journey package.

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