It’s never too early to start planning your 2025 festive season with a European river cruise on Riverside Luxury Cruises. Explore the enchanting holiday markets along the Rhine and Danube rivers, offering a perfect blend of continental charm and luxury.
With itineraries ranging from 3 to 17 days, there’s a getaway to suit every traveler—whether you’re looking for a quick all-inclusive retreat or an extended stay. Your Tully Travel Designers are here to craft the perfect journey, taking you through vibrant cities like Vienna, Basel, Budapest, and Frankfurt, each experience carefully curated for unforgettable moments.
Historic European towns bring the holiday season to life.
Embark on an unforgettable journey through Europe’s most picturesque towns and cities, where history and tradition come alive:
Rüdesheim, Germany – Spend an afternoon wandering the markets, set amidst candy-colored houses and tiny streets that create a picture-perfect holiday setting.
Koblenz, Germany – Located where the Rhine and Moselle rivers meet, this romantic town with its half-timbered buildings appears to have been plucked from the pages of a fairytale book.
Cologne, Germany – Immerse yourself in the festive spirit as you explore all seven Christmas markets, with the largest set against the breathtaking backdrop of the UNESCO-listed Cologne Cathedral.
Vienna, Austria – Vienna absolutely sparkles during the festive season, with more than 20 markets filling the city with classic yuletide trimmings – classic carols, roasted chestnuts and all.
Bratislava, Slovakia – Lose yourself in the maze of narrow streets that lead to the main square of Bratislava, where cozy markets offer artisan gifts, the scent of cinnamon filling the air.
Budapest, Hungary – This captivating city is even more magical at this time of year, with its historic spires and grand domes framed by a wintry skyline. Indulge in traditional chimney cakes while soaking in the festive atmosphere.
Luxury Itineraries to inspire your holiday plan.
Here is a small sampling of Riverside holiday itineraries for you to choose from:
- Step aboard Riverside Mozart in Vienna for the seven-night round-trip Christmas Highlights on the Danube cruise, November 22 or December 6, 2025.
- On the six-night Season’s Greetings from Germany, Switzerland & France itinerary from Frankfurt and back, guests make the Riverside Debussy their home, November 26 or December 8, 2025.
- The Riverside Debussy also leaves from Frankfurt for the six-night Yule Time on the Rhine voyage, December 2 or December 14, 2025.
- Dazzling Danube Celebration with Wachau Valley is a 13-night adventure from Vienna aboard the Riverside Mozart, December 20, 2025.
- Riverside Debussy makes her way from Basel to Amsterdam over 10 nights on the Four-Country Christmastime on the Rhine sailing, December 23, 2025.
Riverside redefines luxury river cruising.
The experts at Tully Luxury Travel are excited to get you better acquainted with Europe’s newest luxury river cruise line, which is handily setting new industry standards. Riverside Luxury Cruises is more than ready to help you create a few unforgettable holiday memories next year. These upmarket river-cruise experiences are perfect for couples, multi-generational families or anyone seeking a luxurious way to celebrate the season.
The Riverside ships, with their culinary excellence, butler service and premium pampering are soothing beyond words. The double-width design of Riverside Mozart stands out in particular from almost every other river cruise ship, with a higher space-per-guest ratio.
Now is the time to begin planning a little immersion in the history, cultures and landmarks of Europe. Your yuletide time has finally come.
