Embrace the magic of the festive season as you cruise along the legendary Rhine River. Explore Strasbourg’s 400 year old Christkindelsmärik, the oldest market in France, and admire the city’s towering Christmas tree in Place Kléber, said to be the tallest natural tree in Europe. Visit storybook villages where historic squares are decorated with twinkling lights and huge Christmas trees, as you experience the unique festive traditions of each region. You’ll also cruise through the spectacular Rhine Gorge by some 40 castles that line its riverbanks, visit Heidelberg, the picturesque university city on the Neckar River and enjoy an exclusive private concert in the grand Bruchsal Palace. Throughout your journey, experience the enchantment of the magical traditions of Christmas, from the fragrant aroma of glühwein and roasted chestnuts to bustling markets bursting with festive excitement.