Cruise along the legendary Rhine River, enchanted by fairytale villages alive with festive cheer and lively squares decorated with huge Christmas trees. Explore Strasbourg’s 400-year-old Christkindelsmärik, the oldest market in France, and admire the city’s towering Christmas tree in Place Kleber, said to be the tallest natural tree in Europe. Cruise through the spectacular Rhine Gorge and enjoy an exclusive private concert in the grand Bruchsal Palace. On the second leg from Amsterdam to Budapest, celebrate a magical Christmas day on board with new friends and ring in the New Year in one of Europe’s most exciting cities. This is a unique opportunity to revel in the seasonal beauty of Europe in winter and experience the unique festive traditions of each region.