Tulip Serenade - AMADEUS Riva (Amsterdam - Amsterdam)
Description
Summary
Description
Embark on an unforgettable 8-day journey through the heart of Europe, exploring the rich history, vibrant culture, and stunning landscapes of the Netherlands and Belgium. This multi-day tour offers a unique blend of traditional and contemporary experiences, from the bustling streets of Amsterdam to the serene beauty of the Dutch countryside. You'll discover the artistic heritage of Arnhem, the culinary delights of Middelburg, the medieval charm of Ghent and Bruges, the diamond brilliance of Antwerp, and the floral splendor of Rotterdam. With guided tours, museum visits, and ample free time, you'll have the opportunity to immerse yourself in the local culture and history at your own pace. Whether you're a history buff, a foodie, an art lover, or simply a curious traveler, this tour promises a wealth of experiences that will captivate your senses and create lasting memories.
Included
AMADEUS digital audio system for all guided excursions
Variety of enriching onboard programs, including fascinating lectures, cooking demonstrations, local cultural performances, and music by our onboard musicians
Complimentary use of onboard bicycles for independent exploration
Onboard fitness center open 24 hours a day
All port taxes, embarkation, disembarkation and lock fees included in your cruise fare
Cruise ship
Gourmet dining featuring breakfast, multi-course lunches and dinners with menu choices (including vegetarian options), afternoon tea and late-night snack
Free-flowing hand-selected wines from the best wine regions of Europe served with dinner on board
Coffee and tea available 24 hours a day in the Amadeus Club
Welcome and Farewell Cocktail Reception, Welcome Dinner and Captain’s Gala Dinner
Luxury accommodation in an outside river-view stateroom of your choice: Spacious Mozart Suites with a walk-out balcony, stateroom cabins on Mozart and Strauss Decks with drop-down Panorama Retractable Windows offering a wide-open view (except Amadeus Brilliant)
Individual climate control and in-room safe
Choice of bed configuration in all categories (double or twin bedding)
Amadeus Riva: Suite
Personalized service of an experienced, multilingual AMADEUS Cruise Director
Destinations
Map
Attractions
Daily Itinerary
Day 1 – Day 1: Amsterdam
- Zeeland
- Amsterdam - Arrival day
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Your Dutch adventure begins in Amsterdam, where you will embark in the afternoon. Following a Welcome Cocktail and a celebratory Welcome Dinner, you will be treated to a performance on board by a traditional shanty choir, setting the perfect mood for the days ahead.
Day 2 – Day 2: Arnhem to Middelburg
- Arnhem
- Zeeland
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- Kröller-Müller Museum
- Estate Kernhem
- Netherlands Open Air Museum
- MORE Museum
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Today, explore the green city of Arnhem, known for its artistic vibe, fine museums, and beautiful parks. Join the morning city tour to appreciate its beautiful sights and delve deeper into the history of World War II at the War Museum. Later in the day, choose between a trip to the Open Air Museum with views of charming Dutch buildings, industries and crafts of bygone times and the Kröller-Müller-Museum, housing the second-largest collection of Van Gogh paintings in the world. Relax on board in the evening, enjoying a delicious dinner as your vessel cruises onwards to Middelburg.
Day 3 – Day 3: Middelburg
- Amsterdam
- Zeeland
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- Museum Veere
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Before lunchtime, your cruise ship will dock in Middelburg. As one of the centers where the Dutch East India Company flourished in the 17th century, this lovely city features historic merchant houses and storefronts lining its canals. This afternoon, take part in a guided walking tour and learn more about its history and culture, or join us for a culinary tour in the historic village of Veere.
Day 4 – Day 4: Ghent and Bruges
- Ghent
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- Basilica of the Holy Blood
- Gravensteen
- Bruges City Hall
- Het Belfort van Gent
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At night, your vessel will dock in Ghent, the ultimate medieval city, which you can explore in the morning. Admire architecture preserved since the late Middle Ages and visit 13th century residence of the Counts of Flanders, the Gravensteen or “Castle of the Counts“. In the afternoon, join the excursion to Bruges, the capital of the province of West Flanders and enchanting its visitors with its cobbled streets, crooked bridges, meandering canals and World Heritage-listed medieval buildings. Bruges is famous for its brews, boutique chocolate-makers and canalside bars. There’s also the Basilica of the Holy Blood, a double-decker chapel which has a Romanesque church down below and a neo-Gothic church up above.
Day 5 – Day 5: Antwerp and Brussels
- Antwerp
- Brussels
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- Brussels City Museum
- Bunker Museum Antwerp
- Onze-Lieve-Vrouwekathedraal
- Aventure Parc
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Antwerp, the second-largest city in Belgium, welcomes you today. After breakfast, join the excursion to the politically and culturally significant city of Brussels. View the iconic Atomium, which was created for the 1958 Brussels World’s Fair and, thanks to its popularity, was not torn down as originally planned. Visit the Cinquantenaire Park with its triumphal arch, built to celebrate the 50th anniversary of Belgium’s independence. In the afternoon, explore Antwerp in a comfortable coach. Famous for its diamond trade, the city also boasts many cultural highlights such as the Cathedral of Our Lady with paintings by the famous Baroque artist Peter Paul Rubens. In the evening, enjoy dinner, while your vessel returns to the Netherlands.
Day 6 – Day 6: Rotterdam
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- Huys Clingendael
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Early morning, your ship will arrive in Rotterdam, the second largest city in the Netherlands. After breakfast, you can pay a visit to Kinderdijk, which houses the most unique windmill complex in the world. Built to drain water from the soil, these windmills are now protected by UNESCO and are one of the Netherlands’ most popular tourist destinations. After lunch, explore the world–famous Keukenhof gardens fields of flowers. During dinner, the ship departs for the final leg of the cruise back to Amsterdam.
Day 7 – Day 7: Amsterdam
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- The Goose Market
- BODY WORLDS Amsterdam
- Palendijk
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Amsterdam welcomes you back today with its enchanting blend of old-world charm and contemporary allure. In the morning, cruise through the lovely, verdant canals of Amsterdam while learning more about the city’s history and significance. After lunch, you can visit Waterland in North Holland, where you will stop in the charming fishing village of Volendam and the equally picturesque town of Edam. Renowned for its cheeses, this is the perfect spot for a cheese tasting (included in the excursion). This evening, the festive Captain’s Gala Dinner will provide a fitting finish to the day.
Day 8 – Day 8: Amsterdam
- Amsterdam - Departure day
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Enjoy one more leisurely breakfast on board before disembarking. The AMADEUS team wishes you a safe journey home and looks forward to seeing you again in future.
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