Shot of Vienna's gothic city hall which has one tall clock tower and four smaller towers, two on each side, all with pointy turrets. The building is a gold colour and is in front of a bright blue night sky. In front, is a Christmas Market, showing strips of cabin-like stalls and a variety of lit up Christmas decorations, one in the forefront reading 'Merry Christmas' in Austrian. People can be seen, although blurry as they are moving around.

Christmas Market Cruises

Sail to some of Europe’s largest and most spectacular Christmas markets as some of the continent’s most exciting cities put on an unforgettable show for the season.

Few things can get you into the festive spirit faster than a visit to a Christmas Market. Our Christmas Market cruise range offers you the chance to make your pre-Christmas shopping extra special as you sail to your chosen destination aboard a comfortable cruise vessel.

Cruise to Germany, and step ashore to wander the wonderfully decorated stalls in Berlin or Hamburg, as you savour the aromas of gluhwein, gingerbread and sweet Christmas biscuits. Alternatively, take a festive mini-cruise to Dublin and take in the city’s festive atmosphere as Christmas approaches. Start your seasonal celebrations on a cruise to the beautiful city of Antwerp, with its pretty cobbled streets and seasonal market stalls, or a trip to Rouen's colourful, traditional Christmas market.

Collect unusual decorations for your Christmas tree, buy stocking-fillers from local craftspeople, and explore exciting cities all decked out in their festive finery.

Whichever one of our Christmas market cruises you choose, you'll find a winter-warming, twinkling Christmas Market experience waiting to help you start your festive celebrations in style.

Our Christmas Market Cruises

Hamburg, Germany
Christmas Markets from Tilbury (A12531)
Germany, Netherlands
Begin your Christmas time holiday in historic and vibrant Hamburg, Germany. Cruise to Amsterdam, a city adorned with enchanting canals, iconic landmarks, and a vibrant cultural scene. Continue to Zeebrugge for optional tours to Brugges, famed for its Yuletide sprit and sparkle. This voyage offers an ideal blend of city exploration and coastal beauty, inviting you to savour the distinctive charm of each destination along the picturesque Northern European coastline during the festive season.
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    7 days from £619 pp

  • Dates Available

    14 December 2025

  • Duration

    7 days

  • Depart From

    London, Tilbury

  • Operator

    Ambassador

  • Ship

    Ambience

Hamburg, Germany
Hamburg Christmas Markets in Five Nights from Southampton (L2531)
Germany
Join us for this festive getaway, designed by Fred. Olsen's Journey Planners to visit Germany during the Christmas Markets season. An extended stay in Hamburg invites you to immerse yourself in the enchanting ambiance of wooden huts adorned with twinkling lights, offering a delightful array of food, confectionery and handicrafts. Wander through this cosy festive haven, discovering unique gifts and savouring traditional treats like lebkuchen and stollen, paired with a cup of warming Glühwein. Delve into the rich history of these markets, a cherished and time-honoured German tradition, making it an unforgettable experience that blends cultural discovery with the joyous spirit of the festive season.
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    6 days from £649 pp

  • Dates Available

    27 November 2025

  • Duration

    6 days

  • Depart From

    Southampton

  • Operator

    Fred Olsen

  • Ship

    Balmoral

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