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CH R I ST M A S ON T H E R H I N E & M O SELLE P A R I S – Z Ü R I C H o r v i ce v e r s a 1 2 D A Y S | 1 0 G U I D E D T O U R S | 4 C O U N T R I E S HOLIDAY TRADITIONS IN THE RHINELAND. Revel in yuletide cheer as you discover beloved European holiday traditions during this scenic 12-day cruisetour. Admire festive seasonal displays in Paris, the vibrantly lit facade of the cathedral in Reims and Alsatian bonhomie in Strasbourg. Browse stalls full of local delicacies and handicrafts at the charming Christmas markets of Trier, Koblenz and Mannheim, and enjoy a warm mug of glühwein while in the shadow of the Alps in Zürich. D A Y 1 P A R I S , F R A N C E Arrive in Paris and check into your hotel. Enjoy free time to relax or join our "welcome walk" to stretch your legs. D A Y 2 P A R I S , F R A N C E Revel in the major sights of the "City of Light" during a festive drive amid twinkling lights, then enjoy free time at one of the Christmas markets in the city centre. D A Y 3 R E I M S , F R A N C E & T R I E R , G E R M A N Y Enjoy a glass of champagne while exploring the festive Christmas markets in Reims. Continue on to Trier, Germany's oldest city and embark your ship. D A Y 4 T R I E R & B E R N K A S T E L , G E R M A N Y Immerse yourself in the romantic atmosphere of Trier's festive Christmas markets. Enjoy the holiday spirit in Bernkastel and admire the region's largest Advent calendar. D A Y 5 C O C H E M & W I N N I N G E N , G E R M A N Y Stroll Cochem's promenade along the Moselle River, decorated with festive holiday lights, and explore the Old Town. In Winningen, taste a selection of delicious local wines, including the highly acclaimed Riesling. D A Y 6 K O B L E N Z , G E R M A N Y & S A I L T H E M I D D L E R H I N E Sip on a warming glühwein and enjoy the seasonal festivities of Koblenz's Christmas market. Sail past hilltop castles along the Middle Rhine, a UNESCO Site, and look for Lorelei Rock. D A Y 7 M A I N Z , G E R M A N Y Stroll Mainz's ancient streets and discover one of Germany's prettiest Christmas markets. D A Y 8 M A N N H E I M & S P E Y E R , G E R M A N Y Shop Mannheim's Christmas market for delightful gifts from around the world. Continue to Speyer and revel in yuletide traditions and sample tasty regional delicacies. D A Y 9 S T R A S B O U R G , F R A N C E Strasbourg's Christkindelsmärik is the oldest in France. Enjoy hearty warming Alsatian fare from a range of artisanal producers. D A Y 10 B A S E L & Z Ü R I C H , S W I T Z E R L A N D Disembark your ship this morning. Discover Basel's inviting cluster of medieval buildings and explore the festive markets on foot. Continue to Zürich and check into your hotel. D A Y 11 Z Ü R I C H , S W I T Z E R L A N D See landmarks including the Rathaus and the city's many churches; sail the scenic lake. D A Y 12 Z Ü R I C H , S W I T Z E R L A N D After breakfast, check out of your hotel and proceed to Zürich's airport for your return flight. CHRISTMAS BAUBLES, BASEL , SWITZERL AND 108 For complete itinerary details and videos, visit viking.com/rivers