For Companies · December 5 to 12, 2026
A Year-End Leadership Retreat on the Rhine
Reward your top performers or bring your leadership team together for seven nights from Frankfurt to Nuremberg. Christmas markets by day, an evening magic program by night, aboard a privately chartered river ship.
Why It Works
A Thank-You That Feels Like One
A reward people talk about
Seven nights on the Rhine at Christmas, with a different magic performance every evening. It is the kind of thank-you your team remembers long after a bonus cheque is spent.
Turnkey for you
One booking, one invoice, and one point of contact. Phoenix Voyages handles staterooms, flights and every detail so your team simply shows up.
Small ship, real time together
A privately chartered river ship for 120 guests means relaxed dinners, shared market days and evenings where your group is never lost in a crowd.
Flights covered up to US$2,500 per guest
Book by November 15, 2026 and receive up to US$2,500 per guest toward the flights we book for your group. Ask us about flexible flight arrangements.
The Ship
Transcend Connect
Staterooms of 210 sq ft with floor-to-ceiling river glass, chef-driven dining, lounges, a wellness centre and The Forum, a two-story venue for the evening performances.
Photos of Transcend Connect courtesy of Transcend Cruises.
Meeting Space
Room to Work, Too
Planning a strategy session, an awards moment or a year-in-review? Transcend Connect has The Forum, a two-story venue with tiered seating and a full AV suite, plus private dining rooms for up to 12 that double as meeting rooms.
Meeting time for your group can be arranged around the daily excursions and the evening program. Tick “meeting space” when you request your quote and we’ll include the options and any costs in your proposal.
Meeting space is subject to availability and the onboard schedule, and is confirmed in writing before booking.
The Week
Seven Nights, Frankfurt to Nuremberg
Calling at Aschaffenburg, Wertheim, Würzburg, Kitzingen, Bamberg. Each day brings a Christmas market town; each evening brings an intimate performance by renowned magicians curated by Magicorp Productions.
- World-renowned magicians and exclusive performances
- Intimate nightly performances for just 120 guests
- Chef-driven holiday culinary program
- Pastry & café experiences
- Wine, beer & whisky tastings
- 2,600 sq ft wellness center — spa, sauna, hydrotherapy & gym
- Firepit lounge, BBQ deck & yacht cinema
- Privately chartered atmosphere
Pricing
Per Person, All-In
Ask about group arrangements for 4 or more cabins, single occupancy and suites.
Prices are per person, based on double occupancy, in Canadian dollars (US dollar equivalent shown), and include taxes, port charges and gratuities. Airfare and travel insurance are not included; travel insurance is available and recommended. Payment in full is required at booking and is non-refundable. Subject to availability. Air credit: Book by November 15, 2026. The credit applies to flights booked for you by Phoenix Voyages, has no cash value, and any unused amount is forfeited. Further information is available from a Phoenix Voyages travel advisor at 1-855-561-7333.
Group Quote
Planning for your team? Let’s talk.
Tell us about your group and we’ll call you to walk through staterooms, pricing, flights, meeting space and group arrangements for 4 or more cabins. No obligation.
Want the full guest experience, the cast and the itinerary? See The Christmas Spectacular