Cruise |
Avalon Imagery II, Tulip Time In Holland & Belgium ex Amsterdam to Brussels |
Cruise Line |
Avalon Waterways |
Ship |
Avalon Imagery II |
Destination |
EU Rivers |
Brief Description |
7 Night Cruise sailing from Amsterdam, Rivers onboard Avalon Imagery II |
Type of Cruise |
River |
Departure Date |
29 Apr 2024 |
Cruise Description |
If you’ve dreamed of a view filled with windmills and blooming fields of colour in Holland and Belgium, it all comes true on your European river cruise from Amsterdam to Brussels! Cruise on the Rhine River to visit Nijmegen—the oldest city in the Netherlands. Choose a visit to Arnhem’s WWII Airborne Museum or a bike ride. In Maastricht, tour the old cobblestoned university town.
On to Belgium for a sightseeing tour of medieval Namur and free time to browse its ancient architecture, charming cafes, and bookshops. In Liège, see the ancient quarters of the “Fiery City” as well as its romantic streets, steps, and tiny alleyways. Next, you’ll explore the city of Antwerp—birthplace of the master painter Pieter Paul Rubens. Stroll its cobbled lanes amid 16th-century guildhall houses and the cathedral’s stunning altarpiece paintings by the famous artist on your guided tour of the diamond capital. In Brussels, you’ll find landmark buildings of Town Hall with a collection of cafes and shops on the Lower Town streets on your guided tour. This river cruise through Holland and Belgium will bloom in your memory for seasons to come!
Day 1
Welcome to Holland. Your Suite Ship is Ready for Boarding. Flights into Amsterdam must arrive by 2 pm. Guests must be on board ship by 5 pm.
Your day in Amsterdam is free to explore at your leisure. During tulip season, you may take a Guided Optional Excursion to Keukenhof gardens-with more than seven million tulips, daffodils, and hyacinths, as well as other bulbs, planted each year. Outside of tulip season, join a Guided Optional Excursion to Zaanse Schans to see historic windmills and charming Dutch houses.
EVENING/OVERNIGHT CRUISE TO NIJMEGEN (D)
Day 2
Wildlife, WWII Valor, and Famous Mills
ACTIVE
Explore the beautiful landscape of lush fields and blue water on a bike ride through The Ooijpolder Nature Reserve OR
DISCOVERY
Join a Guided Tour of Nijmegen the oldest town in the Netherlands. Learn how this city was first built more than 2,000 years ago by the Romans and see the archaeological Roman-era ruins in the city that was also damaged in WWII OR:
CLASSIC
Join a Guided Tour of the Airborne Museum of Hartenstein commemorating the 1944 WWII Battle of Arnhem.
You may join a Guided Optional Excursion to the Windmill of Thorn or an Optional Cooking Workshop.
EVENING/OVERNIGHT CRUISE TO MAASTRICH (B,L,D)
Day 3
Dutch History, School Spirit and an Architectural Feast
Enjoy an early morning sailing to Maastricht.
ACTIVE - Maastricht's charm awaits, get physical via nordic walking with your Adventure Host, OR:
CLASSIC - Discover this vibrant university town with its lovely cathedrals, old houses, historical buildings, and impressively cobblestoned town centre.
Later enjoy live entertainment on board.
OVERNIGHT CRUISE TO NAMUR (B,L,D)
Day 4
Ancient Architecture and Charming Cafes
ACTIVE - Explore Namur's countryside by bike with your Adventure Host, OR:
CLASSIC - Join a Guided Sightseeing Tour of the picturesque old-town, fortress citadel, and medieval architecture.
Take free time to stroll along Namur's cobblestone lanes and visit its charming cafes and bookshops.
OVERNIGHT DOCKING IN HUY (B,L,D)
Day 5
Historic Wonders and Wonderful Waffles
CLASSIC - Join a Guided Sightseeing Tour of the "Fiery City" of Liege with its beautiful ancient quarters, peculiar alleys, and romantic streets. Don't miss sampling authentically sweet Liege Waffles.
EVENING/OVERNIGHT CRUISE TO ANTWERP (B,L,D)
Day 6
A Rubenesque Cathedral in Artful Antwerp
Join your Adventure Host for today's special activities.
ACTIVE - Explore Antwerp by bike with your Adventure Host, OR:
CLASSIC - Take a Guided Tour of this sophisticated city to visit the central Grote Markt, lined with 16th-century guildhall houses. You'll also see the beautiful city hall, the Cathedral of Our Lady with its stunning altarpiece paintings by Rubens.
Enjoy cocktail or coffee aboard your ship as you sail to Brussels this afternoon. Later, enjoy dinner and live entertainment.
OVERNIGHT DOCKING IN BRUSSELS (B,L,D)
Day 7
Ancient Landmarks and New Haunts
ACTIVE - See Brussel's Aquaculture farm on bike with your Adventure Host, OR:
DISCOVERY - See the major highlights of Brussels and join a do-it-yourself chocolate workshop for a fun and interactive experience, OR:
CLASSIC - Join a Guided Tour of Brussels, see the Town Hall with its landmark buildings and discover the many local bars, cafes and shops of the Lower Town Streets.
The afternoon is free to explore Brussels at your pace
OVERNIGHT DOCKING IN BRUSSELS (B,L,D)
Day 8
Your cruise ends with breakfast this morning. (B) |
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Sailing Dates |
15 Apr 2024 |
29 Apr 2024 |
Pricing |
Please enquire for pricing |
Cruise Itinerary
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Port |
Arrive |
Depart |
29 Apr 2024 |
Amsterdam, Rivers |
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Embark |
30 Apr 2024 |
Nijmegen, Netherlands |
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1 May 2024 |
Maastricht, The Netherlands |
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2 May 2024 |
Namur, Belgium |
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3 May 2024 |
Liege, Belgium |
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4 May 2024 |
Antwerp, Belgium |
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5 May 2024 |
Brussels (Brugge), Belgium |
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6 May 2024 |
Brussels (Brugge), Belgium |
Disembark |
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All itineraries and ports of call at the discretion of the cruise line subject to local weather conditions and may change without notice.
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