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7-night Europe cruise: Basel to Amsterdam on Emerald Astra

The Christmas Markets on the Rhine from Basel is a 7-night Europe cruise aboard Emerald Astra, operated by Emerald Cruises. Departing Basel on December 8, 2028 and arriving in Amsterdam on December 15, 2028, the voyage visits 10 ports including Breisach, Kehl, Strasbourg. Fares start from $3,384 per person.

Length
7 nights
Departs
Dec 8, 2028
Returns
Dec 15, 2028
Ports of call
10

Voyage code EWXZ081228.2

Basel

7 nights · Europe

from $3,384 pp

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Why this route stands out

A closer look at the journey

Basel

Founded right on the spot where Switzerland, Germany and France meet, Basel soon became an important European hub and centre of trade due to its special location. A popular attraction in the city is Switzerland’s oldest zoo – which the locals affectionately call the ‘Zolli’. It is one of the most important zoos in Switzerland and has gained global recognition for its breeding programmes. Basel also has eight churches with historical organs that still fill the naves with excellent music today.

Breisach

Breisach is a town with approximately 16,500 inhabitants, situated along the Rhine in the Rhine Valley, in the district Breisgau-Hochschwarzwald, Baden-Württemberg, Germany, about halfway between Freiburg and Colmar — 20 kilometres away from each — and about 60 kilometres north of Basel near the Kaiserstuhl.

Kehl

The Roman commander Drusus founded Strasbourg as a military outpost in 12 BCE. Today it is a thriving metropolis that has maintained many small half-timbered houses and an historic old town. Even the briefest glance at Strasbourg Cathedral will tell you that you are standing before one of the most important of its kind in Europe – and one of the largest sandstone buildings in the world.

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Current fares
Verified 3 days ago
Oceanview
$3,384
Suite
$4,581
Tracked range
13 days
Price history by cabin type
CabinCurrentLowestHighest
Oceanview $3,384 $3,384 on Aug 27 $3,384 on Aug 27
Suite $4,581 $4,581 on Aug 27 $4,581 on Aug 27
Cabin grades
8 total
Emerald StateroomOceanview · D
Emerald StateroomOceanview · E
Emerald Single StateroomOceanview · ES
Emerald Panorama Balcony SuiteSuite · A
Emerald Panorama Balcony SuiteSuite · B
Emerald Panorama Balcony SuiteSuite · C
Grand Balcony SuiteSuite · S
Owner's One Bedroom SuiteSuite · SA

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Current prices

Per person · 2 guests · incl. taxes & fees

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Oceanview

from $3,384

$483 / night

Fare rows

Emerald Stateroom

Cabin grade

Available

from $3,384

$483 / night

per person · incl. taxes & fees

Emerald Single Stateroom

Cabin grade

Available

from $4,248

$606 / night

per person · incl. taxes & fees

Emerald Stateroom

Cabin grade

Available

from $4,384

$626 / night

per person · incl. taxes & fees

Emerald Stateroom

Cabin grade

Available

from $4,384

$626 / night

per person · incl. taxes & fees

Emerald Single Stateroom

Cabin grade

Available

from $5,248

$749 / night

per person · incl. taxes & fees

Emerald Single Stateroom

Cabin grade

Available

from $5,248

$749 / night

per person · incl. taxes & fees

Emerald Single Stateroom

Cabin grade

Available

from $5,505

$786 / night

per person · incl. taxes & fees

Emerald Stateroom

Cabin grade

Available

from $6,705

$957 / night

per person · incl. taxes & fees

Emerald Stateroom

Cabin grade

Available

from $7,760

$1,108 / night

per person · incl. taxes & fees

Emerald Stateroom

Cabin grade

Available

from $8,815

$1,259 / night

per person · incl. taxes & fees

Balcony

Not available

Suite

from $4,581

$654 / night

Fare rows

Emerald Panorama Balcony Suite

Cabin grade

Available

from $4,581

$654 / night

per person · incl. taxes & fees

Emerald Panorama Balcony Suite

Cabin grade

Available

from $4,781

$683 / night

per person · incl. taxes & fees

Grand Balcony Suite

Cabin grade

Available

from $5,180

$740 / night

per person · incl. taxes & fees

Emerald Panorama Balcony Suite

Cabin grade

Available

from $5,581

$797 / night

per person · incl. taxes & fees

Emerald Panorama Balcony Suite

Cabin grade

Available

from $5,581

$797 / night

per person · incl. taxes & fees

Emerald Panorama Balcony Suite

Cabin grade

Available

from $5,781

$825 / night

per person · incl. taxes & fees

Emerald Panorama Balcony Suite

Cabin grade

Available

from $5,781

$825 / night

per person · incl. taxes & fees

Grand Balcony Suite

Cabin grade

Available

from $6,180

$882 / night

per person · incl. taxes & fees

Grand Balcony Suite

Cabin grade

Available

from $6,180

$882 / night

per person · incl. taxes & fees

Owner's One Bedroom Suite

Cabin grade

Available

from $6,310

$901 / night

per person · incl. taxes & fees

Owner's One Bedroom Suite

Cabin grade

Available

from $7,310

$1,044 / night

per person · incl. taxes & fees

Owner's One Bedroom Suite

Cabin grade

Available

from $7,310

$1,044 / night

per person · incl. taxes & fees

Emerald Panorama Balcony Suite

Cabin grade

Available

from $9,225

$1,317 / night

per person · incl. taxes & fees

Emerald Panorama Balcony Suite

Cabin grade

Available

from $9,645

$1,377 / night

per person · incl. taxes & fees

Emerald Panorama Balcony Suite

Cabin grade

Available

from $10,280

$1,468 / night

per person · incl. taxes & fees

Emerald Panorama Balcony Suite

Cabin grade

Available

from $10,700

$1,528 / night

per person · incl. taxes & fees

Emerald Panorama Balcony Suite

Cabin grade

Available

from $11,335

$1,619 / night

per person · incl. taxes & fees

Emerald Panorama Balcony Suite

Cabin grade

Available

from $11,755

$1,679 / night

per person · incl. taxes & fees

Grand Balcony Suite

Cabin grade

Available

from $12,595

$1,799 / night

per person · incl. taxes & fees

Owner's One Bedroom Suite

Cabin grade

Available

from $14,975

$2,139 / night

per person · incl. taxes & fees

Prices verified Sep 4, 2026

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The journey

7 nights, in order

Basel

Day 1 Dec 8, 2028

Basel

Founded right on the spot where Switzerland, Germany and France meet, Basel soon became an important European hub and centre of trade due to its special location.

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The full itinerary

11 scheduled calls
Emerald Astra

Your ship

Emerald Astra

Emerald Astra will mark the next evolution of Emerald Cruises’ award-winning river fleet. Designed to mirror the sleek elegance of the line’s luxury superyachts, the ship features a modern, grey-tinted glass exterior and will welcome 180 guests. The updated design focuses on both style and functionality, offering guests’ favorite amenities such as the pool/cinema combination, multiple dining options, and a sun deck dedicated to relaxation and panoramic views. All interiors have also been enhanced with a sleek, contemporary design, ensuring a sophisticated and spacious atmosphere for travelers on Europe’s rivers.

5★ 180 Passengers Built 2025
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