7 Night European Inland Waterways Cruise on the Viking Gersemi

Itinerary for December 17, 2026 Departure

Day Date Location Port of Call Guide
1Thursday, 12/17/2026Depart from Embark your ship and settle into your stateroom. A delightful blend of old and new, Basel is Switzerland’s best-kept secret. During the holiday seasonBasel, Switzerland
2Friday, 12/18/2026In the heart of Breisach’s old town with a backdrop of the Romanesque-Gothic St. Stephen’s cathedral, the Weinachtsmarkt is a highlight of the season. 
3Saturday, 12/19/2026Strasbourg is said to be the capital of Christmas in France, with the city’s cathedral square taking center stage as it is transformed into a winter wStrasbourg, France
4Sunday, 12/20/2026Located in the picturesque Rhine Valley, Rüdesheim is brimming with festive cheer. The vibrant Drosselgasse, a narrow alleyway lined with decorated re 
4Sunday, 12/20/2026Mannheim’s Christmas market is a holiday season shopping extravaganza, centered around the city’s iconic water tower. One of Germany’s oldest and larg 
5Monday, 12/21/2026Koblenz is a traditional German country town with a wine heritage that spans centuries; a key ingredient for the warming glühwein that is served from  
5Monday, 12/21/2026The Rhine River flows through one of Germany’s most scenic regions. As you sail its most picturesque stretch, the UNESCO World Heritage Site of the Mi 
6Tuesday, 12/22/2026Themed winter markets feature across Cologne during the holiday season, inviting visitors to browse colorful market stalls for handmade gifts, beautifCologne, Germany
7Wednesday, 12/23/2026Sail the bucolic waters of the Rhine, deep into the Rhine–Meuse–Scheldt Delta, as classic Dutch landscapes unfurl all around. Flat farmland, charming  
7Wednesday, 12/23/2026Dordrecht is the oldest city in Holland. Throughout the city, there are hundreds of historic monuments and landmarks, including the Grote Kerk and the 
8Thursday, 12/24/2026Arrive at Bid farewell to your fellow guests and journey home. Or spend more time exploring, perhaps joining one of our extensions.Amsterdam, Netherlands
 

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