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Tulip Time in Holland & Belgium 2025
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 05 Apr 25 — Sunday 13 Apr 25 | Starting at $2,749 |  SPECIAL | Get a Quote |
| Saturday 12 Apr 25 — Sunday 20 Apr 25 | Starting at $2,849 | SPECIAL | Get a Quote |
| Saturday 19 Apr 25 — Sunday 27 Apr 25 | Starting at $2,849 | SPECIAL | Get a Quote |
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 Any promotion can be withdrawn at any time without notice.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
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
ITINERARYDay 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
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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
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BreakfastLunch Dinner
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DinnerDay 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
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BreakfastLunch Dinner
BreakfastLunch DinnerDay 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.
OVERNIGHT CRUISE TO LIÈGE
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BreakfastLunch Dinner
BreakfastLunch DinnerDay 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
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BreakfastLunch Dinner
BreakfastLunch DinnerDay 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.
Later, enjoy dinner and live entertainment.
OVERNIGHT CRUISE TO BRUSSELS
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BreakfastLunch Dinner
BreakfastLunch DinnerDay 7
BRUSSELS Ancient Landmarks and New Haunts
ACTIVE See Brussel's Aquaculture farm on bike with your Adventure Host, OR:
DISCOVERY 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
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BreakfastLunch Dinner
BreakfastLunch DinnerDay 8
BRUSSELS (DISEMBARKATION) Your cruise ends with breakfast this morning.
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Accommodations
Accommodations| Brussels |
Cardo Brussels, Autograph Collection
First-Class
Hotel as shown or similar
Avenue du Boulevard 14 Brussels Belgium
Located minutes away from the historic center of the city, Cardo Brussels Autograph Collection is a trendy landmark in the neighborhood. Playful artworks, wit and wellbeing are key features in all its 532 fully air-conditioned guest rooms with cracking cityscape views. Guestrooms are equipped with a coffee machine, a safety deposit box, and a flat screen TV with international channels. Fitness center, terrace, a restaurant serving international cuisine and a bar are also available. Complimentary Wi-Fi throughout the property.
First-Class
Hotel as shown or similar
Avenue du Boulevard 14 Brussels Belgium
Located minutes away from the historic center of the city, Cardo Brussels Autograph Collection is a trendy landmark in the neighborhood. Playful artworks, wit and wellbeing are key features in all its 532 fully air-conditioned guest rooms with cracking cityscape views. Guestrooms are equipped with a coffee machine, a safety deposit box, and a flat screen TV with international channels. Fitness center, terrace, a restaurant serving international cuisine and a bar are also available. Complimentary Wi-Fi throughout the property.
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.
