VikingViking Einar
Christmas on the Rhine
Dec 9, 2026 – Dec 16, 20267 nightsBasel to Amsterdam
Christmas on the Rhine is a 7-night Viking cruise on Viking Einar, sailing Dec 9, 2026 from Basel to Amsterdam. It calls at Breisach, Strasbourg, Mannheim, Cologne and Amsterdam. The lowest current fare is $3,999 per person for Standard. Taxes & fees included.
- Length
- 7 nights
- Departs
- Dec 9, 2026, Basel
- Returns
- Dec 16, 2026, Amsterdam
- Ports of call
- 6
- Days at sea
- 0
- Ship
- Viking Einar
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Itinerary
- Day 1Dec 9
Basel, Switzerland
Embark
- Day 2Dec 10
Breisach, Germany
- Day 3Dec 11
Strasbourg, France
- Day 4Dec 12
Mannheim, Germany
- Day 5Dec 13
Middle Rhine (Scenic Cruising)
Scenic cruising
- Day 6Dec 14
Cologne, Germany
- Day 7Dec 15
Waal & Merwede (Scenic Cruising)
Scenic cruising
- Day 8Dec 16
Amsterdam, The Netherlands
Disembark
About Amsterdam
The delightfully attractive city of Amsterdam is home to many of the world's great art treasures, and is a major center of the glamorous diamond trade as well.
Viking Einar
Viking Einar is a Viking river ship built in 2019, carrying up to 190 guests across four decks. Dining takes place at the Aquavit Terrace, with the Herb Garden and Sun Deck as outdoor spaces. Staterooms range from Standard and French Balcony to Veranda and Veranda Suite, plus the Explorer Suite.
- Year built
- 2019
- Guests
- 190
- Length
- 443
- Decks
- 4
Dining and venues
- Aquavit Terrace
- Restaurant
- Lounge
- Herb Garden
- Library
- Shop
- Sun Deck
Deck plans
Staterooms
Per person, double occupancy
Standard
Standard (150 sq ft)
River-view stateroom with half-height picture window
$3,999
French Balcony
French Balcony (135 sq ft)
River-view stateroom with French balcony (floor-to-ceiling sliding glass door)
$4,799
Veranda
Veranda (205 sq ft)
River-view stateroom with floor-to-ceiling sliding glass door opening to full-size veranda
Suite
Explorer Suite (445 sq ft) · Veranda Suite (275 sq ft)
River-view suite with private wraparound balcony offering 270-degree views off a spacious, separate sitting room, and French balcony (floor-to-ceiling sliding glass door) in sleeping quarters
Prices per person, double occupancy, cruise only. Taxes & fees included.
Dates and prices
7 nights, Christmas on the Rhine
On Viking Einar
- Dec 9, 2026 – Dec 16, 2026Viking Einar · this sailingFrom $3,999
- Dec 8, 2027 – Dec 15, 2027Viking EinarFrom $3,499
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- Nov 28, 2027 – Dec 5, 2027Viking HlinFrom $3,499
- Nov 28, 2027 – Dec 5, 2027Viking LagaFrom $3,499
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- Dec 4, 2027 – Dec 11, 2027Viking AlrunaFrom $3,549
- Dec 4, 2027 – Dec 11, 2027Viking RanFrom $3,499
- Dec 5, 2027 – Dec 12, 2027Viking FullaFrom $3,549
- Dec 5, 2027 – Dec 12, 2027Viking KaraFrom $3,499
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- Dec 9, 2027 – Dec 16, 2027Viking ValiFrom $3,499
- Dec 10, 2027 – Dec 17, 2027Viking EirFrom $3,499
- Dec 10, 2027 – Dec 17, 2027Viking MimirFrom $3,499
- Dec 11, 2027 – Dec 18, 2027Viking HakiFrom $3,499
- Dec 11, 2027 – Dec 18, 2027Viking TialfiFrom $3,499
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Questions about Christmas on the Rhine on Viking Einar
How much does the Christmas on the Rhine cruise on Viking Einar cost?
Fares start at $3,999 per person (Standard). Lowest current fare by cabin type: Standard $3,999 and French Balcony $4,799. Taxes & fees included.
Where does this cruise leave from and what does it visit?
Departs Basel and ends in Amsterdam. Ports: Breisach, Strasbourg, Mannheim, Cologne and Amsterdam.
What is included in the fare?
Taxes & fees included.
What is the cheapest date for this cruise?
Of 42 dates with a current fare, Dec 13, 2027 on Viking Egdir is lowest at $3,299 per person.
How do I book this cruise?
Send a request and an advisor confirms the current fare and availability and books it for you. You do not pay on the website.