With its glistening fairy lights and charming festive market stalls, celebrate the most wonderful time of the year with luxury river cruise line Scenic (www.scenic.co.uk) in Europe.

Highlights include: 

• Sailing on the famous Rhine river from Zurich to Amsterdam to visit the 'birthplace of Christmas celebrations' at Strasbourg's Christkindelsmärkt – one of the largest Christmas markets in Europe. From the warm aroma of glühwein to the fairy lights that dress each picture-perfect stall, nothing says Christmas like this bustling market. Wander amongst the 100 cottage-style stands in search of Lebkuchenherzen – traditional gingerbread hearts – in the city of Koblenz, and explore the Cologne Cathedral markets, home to the largest Christmas tree in the Rhineland. Upon arriving in Amsterdam, guests can join a walking tour with a local guide to explore the cobbled streets and many canals before enjoying a tasting of Dutch festive treats. Scenic's eight-day Rhine Christmas Markets River cruise starts from £1,820 per person departing 14 December 2022 on board Scenic Jasper. 
• Experience the magic of Christmas on a cruise across the heart of Central Europe this festive season on Scenic's 15-day Christmas and New Year voyage. Travelling from Amsterdam to Budapest, begin the voyage with a cruise along the canals of Amsterdam. Admire the streets of Miltenberg, packed with festive markets and alive with the spirit of Christmas. Tour the festive city of Würzburg and learn the secrets of how to make traditional German Gingerbread in a baking class in Nuremberg. Enjoy a Schnapps tasting, Austria's favourite distilled fruit brandy in Melk and tour the magnificent Schönbrunn Palace in Vienna. This festive voyage cruises from Amsterdam to Budapest, and calls in at Cologne, Rüdesheim, Miltenberg, Wertheim, Würzburg, Nuremberg, Regensburg, Salzburg, Melk, Dürnstein and Vienna. Prices start from £3,113 per person departing 21 December 2022 on board Scenic Jasper. 
• For those wanting to revel in the Christmas cheer a little longer, set sail on Scenic's 15-day Christmas Markets river cruise. Departing 21 Nov 2022 guests can celebrate the festive season in style while sailing from Budapest to Amsterdam. Calling at Vienna, Melk, Dürnstein, Salzburg, Regensburg, Nuremberg, Bamberg, Würzburg, Rüdesheim and Cologne before arriving in Amsterdam. The sailing features a once-in-a-lifetime private classical evening concert in Palais Liechtenstein, with a performance of the timeless music of Strauss and Mozart. Prices for this luxury river cruise start from £2,638 per person departing 21 November 2022 on board Scenic Jasper. 

Scenic's river cruises are truly all-inclusive, meaning guests can leave their wallet in a safe place and relax, knowing everything is taken care of. Flights, transfers, fine dining experiences, premium branded beverages and once-in-a-lifetime immersive excursions are all included in the price. 

For more information or to book, call 0808 301 8277, visit www.scenic.co.uk, or contact your local travel agent. 

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About Scenic: Scenic Luxury Cruises & Tours has grown over its 37-year plus history to include award-winning river and ocean cruises and handcrafted land journeys that take guests to many of the world's most fascinating destinations. Since 2008, Scenic has set the benchmark for truly all-inclusive, luxury five-star river cruises in Europe and Southeast Asia as well as luxury cruises on Egypt's Nile on board a private luxury charter. In 2019, Scenic introduced Scenic Eclipse, The World's First Discovery Yacht™, a 228-guest ultra-luxury ship, and plans to deliver a second yacht, Scenic Eclipse II, in 2023. Scenic is part of Scenic Group, which includes Emerald Cruises, Mayflower Cruises & Tours and Evergreen Tours. 

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