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Christmas market with festive lights during the late evening in Rathausplatz square, Vienna, Austria

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Winter is such a magical time of year, with snowfall, fun with loved ones, and new discoveries in the New Year. Discover the many trinkets, traditional foods and handcrafted items at the yuletide markets on a Christmas market cruise to Germany or Vienna – full of splendour and festive charm. Or perhaps a river cruises over Christmas or the New Year, with like-minded people and festive food along the way.

You could also escape to a warmer country for some winter sun. February is a great time to get away from the biting cold at home and venture to a more exotic climate for a luxurious river cruise. The days are bright and sunny, but the temperatures haven’t yet reached their peak, meaning you can comfortably explore the many sights on offer.

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Small wooden boats on the Lotus Lake with lily pads in Mekong
Aerial view of Ho Chi Minh City skyline at sunset in Saigon, Vietnam
Royal Palace in Chey Chumneas, featuring a Khmer architectural style
Angkor Wat temple complex being reflected in the water in Cambodia, Southern Asia

River Cruise

A Journey on the Mekong River Cruise

  • Cambodia, Vietnam
  • 4* ship
  • London Heathrow Airport
  • Full board cruise & B&B hotel
  • 14 insightful tours & visits
Classic view of Salzburg and Festung Hohensalzburg fortress illuminated at Christmas time in Austria
Traditional Christmas market at Vienna Town Hall at night in front of town hall
Aerial view of Salzburg's Christmas Market illuminated at night in Austria

River Cruise

Christmas on the Danube River Cruise

  • Austria, Hungary, Slovakia
  • 5* ships
  • Flights included
  • Full board with Christmas Gala dinner
  • 9 included experiences
  • Live Christmas classical quartet recital
  • Hungarian Christmas Folklore Show

River Cruise

Enchanting Rhine and Yuletide Markets River Cruise

  • Germany
  • 5* ships
  • Flights included
  • Rail included
  • Full board dining & Chef's dinner
  • 7 included experiences
  • Live performance of Rhenish folk music and dance
Fresh tirol cheese with wine and grapes over mountain landscape
Close-up of chocolate being poured into a plastic mold to make praline

River Cruise

Gastronomy of Switzerland and the Rhine River Cruise

  • France, Germany, Switzerland
  • 5* ships
  • Flights included
  • Rail included
  • Full board dining
  • 8 visits & tours
  • Enjoy tastings and alpine views at Stanserhorn
  • Explore Strasbourg and local specialities of the Alsace
  • Explore the Black Forest and taste its namesake gateau

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The Best Winter Sun Destinations To Escape The Cold

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Traditional Christmas market at Vienna Town Hall at night in front of town hall

10 Best European Cities to Visit in Winter

From festive fun to a touch of winter sun – explore Europe’s coolest city destinations this winter.

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