Tulip Time in Holland & Belgium 2024 - 8 Day River Cruise Amsterdam to Brussels

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Tulip Time in Holland & Belgium 2024

8 Day River Cruise Amsterdam to Brussels



Tour Description:

If you’ve dreamed of a view filled with windmills and blooming fields of color 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!

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Dates & Pricing

Saturday 06 Apr 24 — Sunday 14 Apr 24Starting at $2,848Check Mark Icon SPECIALGet a Quote
Sunday 14 Apr 24 — Monday 22 Apr 24Starting at $4,298Check Mark Icon SPECIALGet a Quote
Sunday 28 Apr 24 — Monday 06 May 24Starting at $2,849Check Mark Icon SPECIALGet a Quote
Check Mark Icon Disclaimer: Prices listed are per person, based on double occupancy, and in USD. All promotions are valid for new bookings only, capacity controlled and valid on select dates and departures. Individual Terms and Conditions will apply to all promotions. Any promotion can be withdrawn at any time without notice. Please speak with your Pavlus Travel Planner for complete vendor terms and conditions, including eligible tour and cruise dates.


Destination & Sightseeing

Day 1 Amsterdam (Embarkation): Onboard welcome reception
Day 2 Nijmegen. Excursion to Arnhem: Choice of biking tour in the Ooijpolder Nature Reserve, or guided walk in Nijmegen, or guided tour of Airborne Museum in Arnhem; free time in Nijmegen
Day 3 Maastricht: Choice of guided tour or walk with your Adventure Host
Day 4 Namur: Choice of guided tour or bike with your Adventure Host
Day 5 Liège: Guided tour
Day 6 Antwerp-Brussels: Choice of guided tour in Antwerp, visit the central Grote Markt or bike with your Adventure Host; free time in the evening in Brussels
Day 7 Brussels: Choice of guided tour, see the town hall or attend a chocolate workshop or bike with your Adventure Host
Day 8 Brussels (Disembarkation): Your cruise ends this morning
Notes:
  • In the event of technical or water level issues, it may be necessary to operate the itinerary by motorcoach or alter the program, including hotel overnight when necessary.
  • Guided Tours, Optional Excursions, activities, sailing and docking schedules may be contingent on weather conditions or other issues outside of our control and could therefore be subject to change at any time.
  • Please check visa requirements with your local consulate(s); responsibility for obtaining visas rests with the traveler.

ITINERARY

Day 1
AMSTERDAM, HOLLAND (EMBARKATION) 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. 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. EVENING/OVERNIGHT CRUISE TO NIJMEGEN AMSTERDAM-CANAL.jpg

Day 2
NIJMEGEN. EXCURSION TO ARNHEM 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. EVENING/OVERNIGHT CRUISE TO MAASTRICH NIJMEGEN.jpg
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Day 3
MAASTRICHT Dutch History, School Spirit and an Architectural Feast Enjoy an early morning sailing to Maastricht. ACTIVE Maastricht's charm awaits, Follow your Adventure Host for a walk in this lovely town., OR: CLASSIC Discover this vibrant university town with its lovely cathedrals, old houses, and historical buildings, and impressively cobblestoned town center. Later enjoy live entertainment on board. OVERNIGHT CRUISE TO NAMUR MAASTRICHT.jpg
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Day 4
NAMUR, BELGIUM Ancient Architecture and Charming Cafés 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 cafés and bookshops. EVENING/OVERNIGHT CRUISE TO LIÈGE NAMUR.jpg
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Day 5
LIÈGE Historic Wonders and Wonderful Waffles CLASSIC Join a Guided Sightseeing Tour of the “Fiery City” of Liège with its beautiful ancient quarters, peculiar alleys, and romantic streets. Don’t miss sampling authentically sweet Liège Waffles. EVENING/OVERNIGHT CRUISE TO ANTWERP LIEGE.jpg
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Day 6
ANTWERP 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 CRUISE TO BRUSSELS ANTWERP-GROTE-MARKT.jpg
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Day 7
BRUSSELS 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, cafés and shops of the Lower Town Streets. The afternoon is free to explore Brussels at your pace. OVERNIGHT DOCKING IN BRUSSELS BRUSSELS-TOWN-HALL.jpg
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Day 8
BRUSSELS (DISEMBARKATION) Your cruise ends with breakfast this morning. BRUSSELS-SCENIC.jpg

Accommodations

Brussels
Le Louise Hotel Brusels MGallery
Deluxe

Hotel as shown or similar

40 Avenue de la Toison d Or  Brussels Belgium

Enjoying a unique location in the exclusive Avenue Louise district surrounded by quiet streets lined with chestnut trees and art deco houses. This luxurious property was designed by the famous architect Antoine Pinto to reflect light in a stylish ambiance and perfectly combines the charm of Brussels with the French 'art de vivre. The elegant main restaurant offers gourmet creations; Belgian beer and hamburgers can be enjoyed whilst soaking up the Zen atmosphere of the large outdoor leafy terrace. Other amenities include a chic bar, fitness center, and free Wi-Fi access is available throughout.
Check Mark Disclaimer: Prices listed are per person, based on double occupancy, and in USD. All promotions are valid for new bookings only, capacity controlled and valid on select dates and departures. Individual Terms and Conditions will apply to all promotions. Any promotion can be withdrawn at any time without notice. Please speak with your Pavlus Travel Planner for complete vendor terms and conditions, including eligible tour and cruise dates.

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