Passengers are welcome to board our ship at 3:00 p.m. Included excursion: the Strasbourg Christmas market. Transfer by coach to downtown Strasbourg. Free time to explore the Christmas markets. The iconic "Christkindelsmärik" unfolds all its magic at the heart of the European capital. Over 300 wooden stalls, spread across various squares of the city and around the cathedral, invite you to discover the most enchanting experiences in a fairytale atmosphere. We begin with the Petite France district, the most picturesque part of old Strasbourg. Fishermen, millers, and tanners once lived and worked in this district built on the water’s edge. The beautiful half-timbered houses date back to the 16th and 17th centuries. Their steep roofs open onto attics where skins were once dried.

After returning on board, we'll introduce our crew at a welcome cocktail before dinner. Enjoy an animated evening on the theme of Christmas.

Night navigation towards Braubach.

We'll spend the morning cruising on the Romantic Rhine towards Braubach. The river winds its way along a path dominated by theatrical ruins, vineyards on the slopes, and majestic fortresses. Arrival in Braubach in the early afternoon. The town has managed to preserve its medieval character with numerous houses dating from the 16th to the 18th century, which impress with their originality. Strolling through the winding streets of the old town and its charming half-timbered houses feels like stepping back in time.

Included excursion: Marksburg Castle in Braubach. Coach transfer to Marksburg Castle. This imposing fortress, dating back to the 14th century, stands above the town. Most of the castles along the Rhine were restored in the romantic style of the 19th and 20th centuries. Marksburg is the only fortress that has never been destroyed and has fully preserved its medieval fortifications. Today, visitors step right into the Middle Ages, wandering through armories, knights' halls, watchtowers, walkways, and even the castle's old kitchen. A brief free time before returning to the boat.

Themed evening: "Christmas Songs and Stories."

Early in the morning, cruise towards Rüdesheim, which we will reach by mid-morning.

Optional excursion: visit to the Mechanical Musical Instrument Museum in Rüdesheim. Departure by small train to the "Siegfried's Mechanical Music Cabinet" museum, the first German museum dedicated to mechanical musical instruments. From the gentle music box to the gigantic concert-piano orchestrion, no fewer than 350 automatic instruments are gathered here, forming one of the largest and most beautiful collections from the 18th to the 20th century, displayed over more than 400 m². Free time in the picturesque streets of the town. The famous Drosselgasse awaits you with its taverns and orchestras. Return on foot to the boat.

We'll spend the afternoon cruising towards Speyer. It’s time to prepare for the Christmas dinner.

Christmas Mass in Speyer (2-3).

We'll spend the day cruising towards Strasbourg. Take the opportunity to relax or unwind in the lounge bar.

Activities and entertainment will be offered on board by the animation team.

Gala evening.

Enjoy one last buffet breakfast on board before disembarking at 09:00 a.m. End of our services.