7-night Christmas Markets Along The Rhine Northbound Cruise
travel and relax in luxurious amenities and the finest service
Basel to Dusseldorf
Tauck - Cruise Division
/ ms Inspire for Tauck
December 21, 2025
1541511
$ 4,190
Overview
Cruise Itinerary
Avoid the crowds and hustle and bustle associated with a group activity. For a memorable trip ashore, we invite you to consider a private shore excursion. Enjoy the undivided attention of your own driver/guide and the flexibility of experiencing the aspects of the local culture that most interest you. Below are just some samples of the private shore excursions we can arrange for you. Give us a call or email us. Let us personalize your experience!
Stateroom
& Price
Land / cruise price per person, based on double occupancy, includes cruise fare, most meals, port charges, applicable fuel surcharges, and gratuities to Tauck Directors, Tauck Cruise Director, ship staff, local guides & drivers, as well as on all included meals; unlimited complimentary beverages aboard ship include regional wine, beer and premium spirits, in addition to specialty coffee, water and soft drinks.
Itinerary Changes – Although not expected, Tauck reserves the right to alter the sequence of ports or omit or substitute scheduled ports or attractions at any time without prior notice. Museums and attractions may be subject to closure due to state, local or religious holidays.
Note: This cruise includes a fair amount of walking in each city. On December 22 departure, the Christmas markets will be closed on days 5 and 6, and some markets closed in Köln on day7; alternative activities will be arranged.
All fares are quoted in US Dollars.
Cat 7 Diamond Deck Suite 7
Size: 300 sq. ft. Private Balcony: Yes. Stateroom Amenities: Two floor-to-ceiling French balconies, each 98 inches x 75 inches with one sliding door that opens, 32" LED TV, Safe, Minibar stocked with complimentary water and soft drinks, replenished daily, Coffee maker, Breakfast room service, Iron plus ironing board, 220v and 110v outlets in cabin and bathroom, Easy under-bed luggage storage, Telephone and individual climate control, Onboard wi-fi available, a $100 shipboard credit (per stateroom) is provided to be used onboard for spa services, gift shop purchases, etc.SQUARE FEET 300 sq. ft.
PRICE $ 5,690
Cat 6 Ruby Deck 6
Size: 225 sq. ft. Private Balcony: Yes. Stateroom Amenities: One floor-to-ceiling French balcony (98 inches x 75 inches) with one sliding door that opens, 32” LED TV, Full-sized window (98 inches x 37.5 inches), Minibar stocked with complimentary water and soft drinks, replenished daily , Safe, 220v and 110v outlets in cabin and bathroom, Easy under-bed luggage storage, Telephone and individual climate control, Onboard wi-fi available.SQUARE FEET 225 sq. ft.
PRICE $ 5,400
Cat 5 Ruby / Diamond Deck 5
Size: 190 sq. ft. Private Balcony: Yes. Stateroom Amenities: One floor-to-ceiling French balcony (98 inches x 75 inches) with one sliding door that opens, 32” LED TV, Safe, Minibar stocked with complimentary water and soft drinks, replenished daily, 220v and 110v outlets in cabin and bathroom, Easy under-bed luggage storage, Telephone and individual climate control, Onboard wi-fi available.SQUARE FEET 190-225 sq. ft.
PRICE $ 5,280
Cat 4 Ruby Deck 4
Size: 190 sq. ft. Private Balcony: Yes. Stateroom Amenities: One floor-to-ceiling French Balcony (98 inches wide x 75 inches high) with one sliding door that opens, Minibar stocked with complimentary water and soft drinks replenished daily, 32” LED TV, 220v and 110v outlets in cabin and bathroom, Easy under-bed, luggage storage, Telephone, safe and individual climate control, Onboard wi-fi available.SQUARE FEET 190 sq. ft.
PRICE $ 4,960
Cat 3 Emerald Deck 3
Size: 225 sq. ft. Private Balcony: No. Features: Padded headboard with reading lamps, Closets, Storage/drawers, 4 steps up to loft area, Railing, Built-in closet with drawers, 400 thread count cotton linens / white duvets and pillows of mako cotton with 90% down filling. Private Bathroom with shower. Stateroom Amenities: Innovatively designed 225 sq. ft. “split-level” loft cabins, One-and-a-half deck window that opens at the top, electronically controlled, Safe, Minibar stocked with complimentary water and soft drinks, replenished daily, 32” LED TV , Window (98 inches x 114 inches) can be partially opened, 220v and 110v outlets in cabin and bathroom, Easy under-bed luggage storage, Telephone and individual climate control, Onboard wi-fi available.SQUARE FEET 225 sq. ft.
PRICE $ 4,760
Cat 2 Ruby Deck 2
Size: 150 sq. ft. Private Balcony: No. Features: Built-in closet with drawers, 2 chairs, 400 thread count cotton, linens\white duvets and pillows of mako cotton with 90% down filling. Private Bathroom with shower. Amenities: Two 2’ by 3’ fixed windows, Minibar stocked with complimentary water and soft drinks replenished daily, 32” LED TV, 220v and 110v outlets in cabin and bathroom, Easy under-bed luggage storage, Telephone, safe and individual climate control, Onboard wi-fi available.SQUARE FEET 150 sq. ft.
PRICE $ 4,440
Cat 1 Emerald Deck 1
Size: 150 sq. ft. Private Balcony: No. Features: Built-in closet with drawers, 2 chairs, 400 thread count cotton, linens\white duvets and pillows of mako cotton with 90% down filling. Private Bathroom with shower. Amenities: Two 2’ by 3’ fixed windows, Minibar stocked with complimentary water and soft drinks replenished daily, 32” LED TV, 220v and 110v outlets in cabin and bathroom, Easy under-bed luggage storage, Telephone, safe and individual climate control, Onboard wi-fi available.SQUARE FEET 150 sq. ft.
PRICE $ 4,190
Cruise
Inclusions
EXPERIENCE WITH TAUCK
Visits to Christmas Markets in Rüdesheim, Heidelberg, Baden-Baden and Strasbourg*
TAUCK VALUE INCLUDES
- All gratuities to ship staff, drivers, local guides, Tauck Directors & Tauck Cruise Director
- All private Tauck shore excursions – $1,536 Value
- Walking tours of market cities and towns with local guides
- Visits to Old Town Heidelberg and historic Heidelberger Schlöss (Heidelberg Castle)
- Sightseeing in Lucerne and ascent of Mt. Pilatus by gondola
- Storytelling in Strasbourg
- Rüdesheimer Coffee & a visit to Siegfried's Mechanisches Musikkabinett in Rüdesheim
- Lunch at a local beer house in Heidelberg
- Traditional European Christmas dinner & holiday events aboard the riverboat
- Unlimited complimentary beverages aboard ship include regional wine, beer and premium spirits in addition to specialty coffee, water and soft drinks
- All meals included – 20 total; Service charges, taxes, porterage, airport transfers and applicable fuel surcharges
*Please note: Operating dates for the Christmas Markets could be subject to change; every effort will be made to visit as scheduled.
About the Ship
When you make your way onto ms Inspire, climb to the top deck and take a moment to look over the rails and glance out as the riverbanks pass you by. Then, turn around and join back into the festivities, grabbing a cool drink and enjoying the company of loved ones and new friends, ready for the adventures that await...
Wheelchair Access & Special Needs
Tauck regrets that it cannot provide...
Internet Access
Complimentary basic internet is included on...
Al Fresco Dining
Weather permitting
Unlimited Complimentary Beverages
Includes regional wine, beer and premium...
Deck Plan
Statistics
| Year Built | 2014 |
| Year Refurbished | |
| Year entered present fleet | 2014 |
| Previous name | - |
| Country of registry | Switzerland |
| Tonnage (GRT) | 1000 |
| Guests (Lowers) | 134 |
| Total guests | 130 |
| Passenger Decks | 4 |
| Number of crew | 34 |
| officer’s nationality | European |
| cruise/hotel staff nationality | European |
Stateroom Counts
| Suites | 0 |
| Balconies | 0 |
| ocean/river view | 67 |
| interior | 0 |
| Accessible | 0 |
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