EUROPE | Switzerland, France, Germany, The Netherlands
Rhine River Cruise: Christmas Markets
‘Tis the season to set sail for festive destinations in Switzerland, France, Germany and the Netherlands on an Adventures by Disney Rhine River Cruise: Christmas Markets. Get in the holiday spirit as you shop world-renowned Christmas Markets, discover the beauty of Strasbourg from aboard the famed Petit Train, add some thrills to your holiday with a visit to a unique theme park, cruise the canals of Amsterdam and much more on this very merry river cruise adventure.
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- What steps is Adventures by Disney taking regarding health and safety?
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We've been working to develop health and safety measures after considering guidance from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention as well as local and international health authorities. Learn more.
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All Guests sailing with Adventures by Disney on a river cruise must follow the AmaWaterways vaccination requirements. For more information, please contact a Vacationista at 800-543-0865.
End of content - How do I book my Adventures by Disney vacation?
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To book your vacation, please call our Reservation Center at (800) 543-0865† and speak with a Vacationista or contact your travel agent.
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If you are outside the U.S., please call (866) 983-7872† and speak with a Vacationista or contact your travel agent. - When will I receive my Digital Adventure Handbook?
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You should receive your Digital Adventure Handbook approximately 90 days prior to your departure.
End of content - What airport do I fly into and out of?
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Arrival: On this itinerary, we will pick you up from Basel Airport (BSL) upon your arrival. Your flight should arrive no later than 2:00 PM.
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Departure: On the final day of the itinerary, we will transfer you to Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS). Your flight may depart anytime. However, all Guests must check out of their staterooms by 9:00 AM. - Are transfers included if I arrive or depart from different locations or at different times from the itinerary?
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No. Transfers are only included from the specified arrival/departure airports and hotels.
End of content - Can I extend my vacation beyond the Adventures by Disney itinerary?
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Yes, there are several options to extend your Adventures by Disney Rhine River Cruise: Christmas Markets itinerary.
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You may stay in Basel before or Amsterdam after the itinerary. Extended stays are available at special rates if booked though Adventures by Disney Travel Services, Inc. in conjunction with a cruise package and cannot be combined with any other offer.
Please contact a Vacationista at (800) 543-0865† for further information. - How will our group travel between destinations?
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During this adventure, transportation between destinations is provided by private ship. Transportation to and from excursions is on private motor coaches.
End of content - How strenuous are the activities?
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While this adventure is not considered physically strenuous, most days will include 2 or more hours of city walking, sometimes on uneven cobblestone streets. While nearly all of the trip's featured activities are gentle if examined separately, the full range of activities requires a moderate amount of stamina in order to get the most of your vacation.
End of content - What ages are appropriate for this adventure?
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While we welcome children ages 5 and up for our River Cruise trip, we recommend that children be at least 8 years old at the time of travel. This is based on several factors, such as flight time, jet lag, time zone differences between destinations, vacation duration, extended hours of daily activity programming and the amount of physical activity (e.g., walking) involved. Because each child is different, call a Vacationista at (800) 543-0865† to discuss whether this is the right trip for your little ones.
End of content - Is alcohol included on my trip?
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Wine and beer are included during scheduled meals in the ship's dining room.
End of content - Can you accommodate special dietary needs?
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Adventures by Disney will make a reasonable effort to accommodate some special dietary needs at no additional charge. Unfortunately, we may not be able to accommodate all special dietary needs requested. Please contact a Vacationista at (800) 543-0865† in advance of your departure to advise us of your needs.
End of content - Is this itinerary appropriate for travelers with special needs?
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Please note that this vacation includes activities that present certain challenges to Guests with special needs. It is strongly recommended that persons requiring assistance be accompanied by a companion who is capable of and totally responsible for providing assistance. Neither Adventures by Disney nor its suppliers may physically lift or assist Guests onto transportation vehicles. Contact a Vacationista at (800) 543-0865† to discuss your needs.
End of content - What types of meals are served on this Adventures by Disney Trip?
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Typically, breakfast is family style. Dinners and lunches usually include fish, meat and pasta or rice entrées; vegetables and salad; and desserts and fruit. Some meals on the trip are served family style while others offer a limited-choice menu. Given the nature of group travel, we regret that à la carte menu choices may not always be available when off the ship, however, while on board the ship, à la carte meals are always available. Child-friendly choices are available at all meals, however. Menu items are subject to change due to the availability and seasonality of foods.
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If you have any questions or concerns about dining at any time during your vacation, your Adventure Guides will be happy to assist you. - What if Adventures by Disney cancels the adventure prior to departure?
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We will make every reasonable effort to operate the vacations as advertised; however, we reserve the right to curtail or modify the itinerary, or to substitute activities, hotels, meals or transportation as we deem necessary. We further reserve the right to reduce the number of Adventure Guides, and to modify other services to accommodate a smaller group. Please also note that during certain holidays and peak periods, some activities may be disrupted or unavailable. None of these modifications or changes shall affect the package price. We reserve the right to cancel a trip at any time prior to its commencement for any reason, such as if there are too few Guests, or if the quality of the trip or the safety of the Guests would, in our opinion, be compromised, such as may result from unforeseen circumstances (acts of God) or other circumstances beyond our reasonable control. If we cancel your trip prior to its commencement because there are too few Guests: (i) we will attempt to re-book you on another departure of the same itinerary, subject to availability, and we will bear any reasonable airline re-booking charges; however, if we are unable to rebook you, we will issue a full refund of your land package price and Plan (unless you have filed a claim); and (ii) if you booked airfare through us, we will issue a full refund of your airfare; and (iii) if you did not book airfare through us, we will reimburse you for your reasonable out-of-pocket (subject to proof) airline cancellation charges or, in the case of bookings using frequent flier miles, a reasonable cancellation service fee, provided you have exercised best efforts to mitigate such charges/fees; and (iv) the aforesaid payments.
End of content - Is trip cancellation insurance available?
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Yes, you can protect your vacation investment by adding the Adventures by Disney Vacation Protection Plan to your reservation.
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Get details about the Adventures by Disney Vacation Protection Plan.
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