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Description

Summary

Starts
Amsterdam
Duration
8 days
Languages
English
Difficulty
Easy

Description

Embark on a captivating 7-night cruise journey, starting from the enchanting city of Amsterdam. This multi-day tour is a perfect blend of scenic beauty, historical insights, and cultural exploration. Experience the vibrant Dutch countryside, marvel at the medieval cities of Ghent and Bruges, and explore the trendy city of Antwerp. Discover the intriguing history of the Delta Works, indulge in Belgian chocolate making, and visit the world-renowned Keukenhof Gardens. This tour is a perfect blend of leisurely walks, exciting bike rides, and scenic cruises, offering a unique perspective of the Netherlands and Belgium.

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Included

SPACIOUS STATEROOMS

7 nights luxury accommodation in an outside stateroom (most with twin balconies)

Computer for internet access

Entertainment-On-Demand in all staterooms featuring free high-speed internet access, movies, a music library and English language TV stations

Mini-fridge, desk and sitting area

Bottled water replenished daily

AN ARRAY OF AMENITIES

Personalized service from a highly trained Cruise Manager during both cruise and land programs

Internet and Wi-Fi access

Sun deck pool with swim-up bar and walking track

Fitness room, massage services and hair salon

Main Lounge with panoramic views and bar

Daily entertainment including cultural performances

AWARD-WINNING DINING

All onboard dining in a variety of venues

Regionally inspired cuisine made with locally sourced ingredients

The Chef’s Table specialty restaurant

Welcome Cocktail, Welcome Dinner, La Chaîne des Rôtisseurs Dinner, Captain's Cocktail and Gala Dinner

La Chaîne des Rôtisseurs exclusive dining experience

Unlimited fine wine, beer and soft drinks with lunch and dinner

Unlimited sparkling wine and fresh juice with breakfast

Sip & Sail Daily Cocktail Hour withcomplimentary wine, beer, spirits and soft drinks

Tapas, sandwiches, snacks and refreshments served daily in the Main Lounge

A WORLD OF EXPLORATION

Immersive tours in every destination

Gentle, regular, active and late-riser tour options

Bike tours and hikes

Special Interest Tours

Knowledgeable guides

Personal headset for easy exploration

Airport transfers with purchase of air from AmaWaterways

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Map

Attractions

photo of Zuiderzeemuseum open-air museum on a sunny winter day, Enkhuizen, The Netherlands.Zuiderzeemuseum
Wilhelminapark, Sneek, Súdwest-Fryslân, Friesland, NetherlandsWilhelminapark
Fort 4Fort 4
D'Ursel Castle
The Rubens House, Antwerp, Flanders, BelgiumThe Rubens House
Beach House 25
Keukenhof Forest, Lisse, South Holland, NetherlandsKeukenhof Forest
Terra Maris, Oostkapelle, Veere, Zeeland, NetherlandsTerra Maris
Cathedral of Our Lady AntwerpOnze-Lieve-Vrouwekathedraal
Julianapark, Hoorn, North Holland, NetherlandsJulianapark
photo of beautiful morning view at Magere Brug in Amsterdam, the Netherlands.Magere Brug
Flood museum
Clinge Forests
Iguana reptile Zoo, Vlissingen, Zeeland, NetherlandsIguana reptile Zoo

Daily Itinerary

Day 1

Day 1 – Day 1: Amsterdam

  • Amsterdam - Arrival day
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Begin your exciting journey in the beautiful city of Amsterdam. Embark your ship and settle in as you prepare for the adventure that lies ahead. Enjoy a delicious dinner onboard as you sail away from Amsterdam.

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Day 2

Day 2 – Day 2: Amsterdam to Hoorn

  • Amsterdam
  • Hoorn
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  • Zuiderzeemuseum
  • Wilhelminapark
  • Julianapark
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Enjoy a scenic cruise through the IJsselmeer to Hoorn. Choose from four exciting excursions: visit a family-run tulip farm, take a walking tour in Hoorn, visit the Zuiderzee Museum, or go for a guided bike ride through the Dutch countryside. Experience the vibrant colors and species of tulips, or delve into the maritime culture and history of the Zuiderzee region.

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Day 3

Day 3 – Day 3: Hoorn to Middelburg

  • Hoorn
  • Zeeland
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  • Terra Maris
  • Flood museum
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After a scenic cruise through the Delta, explore the medieval city of Middelburg, a significant trading city of the Dutch East India Company. Opt for a guided bike ride or delve into the intriguing history of the Delta Works and the 1953 flood disaster at the Flood Museum.

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Day 4

Day 4 – Day 4: Middelburg to Ghent and Bruges

  • Zeeland
  • Ghent
  • Bruges
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  • Beach House 25
  • Clinge Forests
  • Iguana reptile Zoo
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Discover the medieval cities of Ghent and Bruges. Admire Ghent's canal-side architecture, including the Castle of the Counts and Ghent Cathedral. Visit Bruges, one of the best-preserved medieval cities in Europe, and the Church of Our Lady, home to the beautiful Carrara marble Madonna and Child sculpture by Michelangelo. Alternatively, learn about the art of Belgian chocolate making or enjoy leisure time in Ghent.

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Day 5

Day 5 – Day 5: Bruges to Antwerp

  • Bruges
  • Antwerp
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  • Fort 4
  • D'Ursel Castle
  • The Rubens House
  • Onze-Lieve-Vrouwekathedraal
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Explore the trendy city of Antwerp. Visit Antwerp's Steen Castle, Grote Market, Brabo Fountain, and the UNESCO-designated Cathedral of Our Lady. Visit the Rubens House, the former home of the famous 17th-century Flemish Baroque painter. In the afternoon, choose between a culinary tour indulging in chocolate, waffles, and beer, or a visit to the Floralia, a spring flower show featuring approximately one million bulbs.

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Day 6

Day 6 – Day 6: Antwerp to Rotterdam and Delft

  • Antwerp
  • Rotterdam
  • Delft
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Start your day with a walking tour of Rotterdam, tasting local specialties. Visit Delfshaven, where the Pilgrim fathers departed on their epic journey in 1620. Alternatively, visit Delft, known for its blue earthenware, the painter Johannes Vermeer, and the Royal House. Visit the Royal Delft Porcelain Factory and Museum. In the afternoon, venture to Kinderdijk, renowned for its concentration of 18th-century windmills.

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Day 7

Day 7 – Day 7: Delft to Amsterdam

  • Delft
  • Amsterdam
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  • Keukenhof Forest
  • Magere Brug
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Visit one of the most impressive public gardens in the world, Keukenhof, presenting a spectacular display of millions of flowering tulips spread out over 70 acres. Later in the day, admire Amsterdam's historic harbor and canals, including the beautiful homes lining the water and the fabled Skinny Bridge.

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Day 8

Day 8 – Day 8: Departure from Amsterdam

  • Amsterdam - Departure day
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Disembark the ship in Amsterdam and prepare for your journey home. Carry the memories of this incredible multi-day tour with you as you bid farewell to the beautiful cities of the Netherlands and Belgium.

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