--- type: cruise schema_type: TouristTrip id: 20b06cac-7584-432a-98f2-4452606754db slug: 2242309 voyage_code: None cruise_line: A-ROSA ship: A-ROSA AQUA departure_date: return_date: nights: 4 embarkation_port: Cologne disembarkation_port: Cologne starting_price_usd: None bookable: false last_updated: 2026-05-05T05:27:26Z --- # Rhine Christmas Markets 2025 > A-ROSA · A-ROSA AQUA · Dec 6 – 10   (4 nights) ## Quick Facts | Attribute | Value | |-----------|-------| | **Cruise Line** | A-ROSA | | **Ship** | A-ROSA AQUA | | **Duration** | 4 nights | | **Departure Date** | N/A | | **Return Date** | N/A | | **Embarkation Port** | Cologne | | **Disembarkation Port** | Cologne | | **Starting Price** | N/A USD per person | | **Voyage Code** | None | ## Itinerary ### Day 1: Cologne **Arrives:** 12:00 AM · **Departs:** 05:00 PM It’s not just the locals who consider Cologne to be among the best cities in the world. The typical friendliness that you find at every turn makes visitors feel at home right away. It’s not unusual to quickly get chatting to strangers and even go for a couple glasses of Kölsch with them. The main landmark – Cologne Cathedral – watches over the whole city. It is the third-tallest church building in the world, at 157.38 metres. It might be a bit of a trek up to the top of the tower, but i... ### Day 2: Rudesheim **Arrives:** 10:00 AM · **Departs:** 04:00 PM In the Upper Middle Rhine Valley – a UNESCO World Heritage Site – the town of Rüdesheim marks the end of several old merchants’ routes. This strategically important point used to be protected by four castles. Picturesque Rüdesheim is known all around the world for its outstanding wines. Make sure you take a walk through the charming little streets of the old town. Drosselgasse, an alleyway with half-timbered facades, is known as ‘The World’s Longest Wine Bar‘ and is reputed to be t... ### Day 2: Mainz **Arrives:** 07:00 PM · **Departs:** 11:59 PM Halfway between Lake Constance and the North Sea, the Rhine meets Mainz. This carnival city is known for its cheerful atmosphere and its hospitality. Why not go for a stroll along the tranquil riverbank or enjoy a good glass of local wine while you’re there? You could also visit the city’s main landmark: Saint Martin’s Cathedral. It boasts one of the richest church interiors in the Christian world. Another important building in Mainz is the Kurfürstliche Schloss (Electoral Palace). Thi... ### Day 3: Frankfurt **Arrives:** 06:00 AM · **Departs:** 12:00 AM ‘Hier bin ich Mensch, hier darf ich’s sein’ (‘Here I am man, dare man to be’). This quote by Frankfurt’s most famous son – Johann Wolfgang von Goethe – actually comes from his play Faust (and the English translation by Bayard Taylor), but it is also a very fitting way to describe Goethe’s hometown. Frankfurt’s combination of modern skyscrapers housing major finance companies and the old town with its historic buildings and half-timbered houses is unique. And if you fancy a br... ### Day 4: Frankfurt **Arrives:** 12:00 AM · **Departs:** 02:00 AM ‘Hier bin ich Mensch, hier darf ich’s sein’ (‘Here I am man, dare man to be’). This quote by Frankfurt’s most famous son – Johann Wolfgang von Goethe – actually comes from his play Faust (and the English translation by Bayard Taylor), but it is also a very fitting way to describe Goethe’s hometown. Frankfurt’s combination of modern skyscrapers housing major finance companies and the old town with its historic buildings and half-timbered houses is unique. And if you fancy a br... ### Day 4: Koblenz **Arrives:** 03:00 PM · **Departs:** 09:30 PM What do you get when you cross modern rationality with southern nonchalance? Koblenz. This is where you’ll find Roman history, a high-tech research hub and a buzzing cultural scene all in one place. Don’t miss the delightful Kaiserin-Augusta-Anlagen, the southern part of the Rhine promenade. It was turned into a landscaped park with artistic historical monuments and sculptures between 1856 and 1861. If you fancy a treat, try Debbekooche. Originally eaten by those who couldn’t afford goose ... ### Day 5: Cologne **Arrives:** 05:00 AM · **Departs:** 12:00 AM It’s not just the locals who consider Cologne to be among the best cities in the world. The typical friendliness that you find at every turn makes visitors feel at home right away. It’s not unusual to quickly get chatting to strangers and even go for a couple glasses of Kölsch with them. The main landmark – Cologne Cathedral – watches over the whole city. It is the third-tallest church building in the world, at 157.38 metres. It might be a bit of a trek up to the top of the tower, but i... ## Pricing Prices shown are per person based on double occupancy in USD. | Cabin Type | Starting Price | |------------|----------------| | Pricing | Contact for latest fares | ## Cabin Options ### Outside Cabins **2-Bed Outside Cabin** (Code: S) Spacious and comfortable outside cabin. Elegant design and first-class materials ensure an atmosphere of well-being. Cabin facilities: safe, air-conditioning, TV, hair dryer, bathroom with shower and toilet, sauna towel, wool blanket, telephone, bathrobe. **2-Bed Outside Cabin** (Code: A) Spacious and comfortable outside cabin. Elegant design and first-class materials ensure an atmosphere of well-being. Cabin facilities: safe, air-conditioning, TV, hair dryer, bathroom with shower and toilet, sauna towel, wool blanket, telephone, bathrobe. **2-bed outside cabin with extra bed** (Code: A3) 2-bed outside cabin with extra bed ## Ship Information ### A-ROSA AQUA And the countless meanders of the Rhine, Danube and Rhône are not the fastest way to get from A to B either. But that’s precisely what we want to give you: a little time for you to relax and unwind. As you leisurely take in the breathtaking riverscape, you can really take time for yourself. Make yourself comfortable in your cosy cabin or simply daydream in SPA-ROSA and on the sun deck. If you like, you can also take part in our many exciting activities. #### Specifications | Specification | Value | |---------------|-------| | Passenger Capacity | 202 | | Crew | 0 | | Gross Tonnage | 3,524.0 | | Length | 0.0 ft | | Total Cabins | 99 | ## Ports of Call ### Cologne *Coordinates: 50.9407, 6.95991* It’s not just the locals who consider Cologne to be among the best cities in the world. The typical friendliness that you find at every turn makes visitors feel at home right away. It’s not unusual to quickly get chatting to strangers and even go for a couple glasses of Kölsch with them. The main landmark – Cologne Cathedral – watches over the whole city. It is the third-tallest church bu... ### Rudesheim *Coordinates: 49.979, 7.92637* In the Upper Middle Rhine Valley – a UNESCO World Heritage Site – the town of Rüdesheim marks the end of several old merchants’ routes. This strategically important point used to be protected by four castles. Picturesque Rüdesheim is known all around the world for its outstanding wines. Make sure you take a walk through the charming little streets of the old town. Drosselgasse, an alleyway... ### Mainz *Coordinates: 49.9951, 8.24725* Halfway between Lake Constance and the North Sea, the Rhine meets Mainz. This carnival city is known for its cheerful atmosphere and its hospitality. Why not go for a stroll along the tranquil riverbank or enjoy a good glass of local wine while you’re there? You could also visit the city’s main landmark: Saint Martin’s Cathedral. It boasts one of the richest church interiors in the Christ... ### Frankfurt *Coordinates: 50.1115, 8.68051* ‘Hier bin ich Mensch, hier darf ich’s sein’ (‘Here I am man, dare man to be’). This quote by Frankfurt’s most famous son – Johann Wolfgang von Goethe – actually comes from his play Faust (and the English translation by Bayard Taylor), but it is also a very fitting way to describe Goethe’s hometown. Frankfurt’s combination of modern skyscrapers housing major finance companies an... ### Koblenz *Coordinates: 50.3567, 7.59948* What do you get when you cross modern rationality with southern nonchalance? Koblenz. This is where you’ll find Roman history, a high-tech research hub and a buzzing cultural scene all in one place. Don’t miss the delightful Kaiserin-Augusta-Anlagen, the southern part of the Rhine promenade. It was turned into a landscaped park with artistic historical monuments and sculptures between 1856 and... ## Booking Information - **Book This Cruise:** https://cruisepirate.ai/cruise/2242309 - **Compare Prices:** CruisePirate compares prices across multiple booking channels - **Price Alerts:** Set up alerts for price drops on this sailing - **Support:** Contact our AI-powered cruise assistant for personalized recommendations ### Why Book with CruisePirate? - Real-time price comparison across booking channels - AI-powered cruise recommendations - Transparent pricing with no hidden fees - Expert cruise search and filtering --- ## Technical Metadata - **Canonical URL:** https://cruisepirate.ai/cruise/2242309 - **Markdown URL:** https://cruisepirate.ai/cruise/2242309.md - **API Endpoint:** https://cruisepirate.ai/api/cruises/2242309/ - **Primary Image:** https://images.cruisepirate.ai/v3/static/cruise-lines/arosa/arosa-aqua/other/50108.webp - **Data Source:** CruisePirate Cruise Database - **Last Updated:** 2026-05-05 05:27:26 UTC