Operated by Collette

Holland and Belgium Springtime River Cruise

From

CAD 7,399

Duration

9 days

Countries

Netherlands

Activity

moderate

Rating

4.3 · 134 reviewsvia Collette

The adventure

Experience the color and glory of spring on this leisurely river cruise through Holland and Belgium. Float past blooming fields of flowers and windmills. Visit the expansive tulip fields of Keukenhof Gardens, home to more than 7 million tulips and one of the most visited attractions in all of Europe! Visit Kinderdijk, and see Holland’s largest concentration of windmills. Enjoy a canal cruise in the heart of Amsterdam. Step back to medieval times during a Bruges sightseeing tour. Sample artisanal cheese at a Dutch farm. Stop in Arnhem, the favorite summer retreat of the Dutch royal family.

At a glance

Duration

9 days

Route

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Countries

Netherlands

Activity level

moderate

Style

Wellness & Yoga

Group size

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Flights

Not included

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Day by day

Serene scene of a windmill reflecting in calm water during sunset, showcasing nature's beauty.

Your journey through

Netherlands

Day 1Overnight FlightSavour springtime in Holland and Belgium with a cruise that highlights the blooming Dutch tulip fields. Relax as you make your way along seemingly endless fields of vibrant flowers and iconic windmills.

Capture of cityscape from airplane with FlySafair wing visible.

Overnight Flight

Savour springtime in Holland and Belgium with a cruise that highlights the blooming Dutch tulip fields. Relax as you make your way along seemingly endless fields of vibrant flowers and iconic windmills.

Day 2Amsterdam, Netherlands - Board ShipArrive today in Amsterdam,* the 800-year-old capital of the Netherlands. As arrival times will vary, there is no scheduled sightseeing today. For those arriving earlier in the day, you may relax in the ship’s lounge and enjoy refreshments until your cabin is ready in the late afternoon. You may also consider visiting one of Amsterdam's famed museums, such as the Van Gogh Museum** or the Anne Frank House.** Tonight, join your fellow travellers for a welcome reception onboard your ship, savouring a cocktail and dinner as you toast to the journey ahead.

Arrive today in Amsterdam,* the 800-year-old capital of the Netherlands. As arrival times will vary, there is no scheduled sightseeing today. For those arriving earlier in the day, you may relax in the ship’s lounge and enjoy refreshments until your cabin is ready in the late afternoon. You may also consider visiting one of Amsterdam's famed museums, such as the Van Gogh Museum** or the Anne Frank House.** Tonight, join your fellow travellers for a welcome reception onboard your ship, savouring a cocktail and dinner as you toast to the journey ahead.

Day 3Amsterdam - Keukenhof Gardens - AmsterdamSee Amsterdam the way it’s truly meant to be seen – by canal. On your private boat, cruise under sloping bridges and pass by quintessential Dutch houses before having the opportunity to explore this iconic city on your own. This afternoon, head to the world-famous Keukenhof Gardens, featuring acres of tranquil ponds, shaded paths, and more than 7 million tulips and other flowers on exhibit. This evening, your ship leaves Amsterdam.

Amsterdam

See Amsterdam the way it’s truly meant to be seen – by canal. On your private boat, cruise under sloping bridges and pass by quintessential Dutch houses before having the opportunity to explore this iconic city on your own. This afternoon, head to the world-famous Keukenhof Gardens, featuring acres of tranquil ponds, shaded paths, and more than 7 million tulips and other flowers on exhibit. This evening, your ship leaves Amsterdam.

Day 4ArnhemArrive in Arnhem, a city known for its rich cultural heritage and history. With a full day to explore, Arnhem is yours to discover. Join your Tour Manager for a city walk, delve into local history at a WWII museum,*** or pave your own way in the city. Perhaps you'll join an optional morning tour to the Airborne Museum to learn about the Battle of Arnhem. After lunch, you may consider opting for an afternoon visit to the Kröller-Müller Museum, which holds the second-largest Van Gogh collection in the world. Then this evening, pass by lovely Dutch scenery as your journey continues.

A picturesque view of the John Frost Bridge over the Rhine river on a cloudy day.

Arnhem

Arrive in Arnhem, a city known for its rich cultural heritage and history. With a full day to explore, Arnhem is yours to discover. Join your Tour Manager for a city walk, delve into local history at a WWII museum,*** or pave your own way in the city. Perhaps you'll join an optional morning tour to the Airborne Museum to learn about the Battle of Arnhem. After lunch, you may consider opting for an afternoon visit to the Kröller-Müller Museum, which holds the second-largest Van Gogh collection in the world. Then this evening, pass by lovely Dutch scenery as your journey continues.

Day 5MiddelburgThis morning, sail along scenic Dutch waterways before spending an afternoon in Middelburg, the capital of the Dutch province of Zeeland. Join your Tour Manager for a walk through the twisting lanes and take in the city’s relaxed atmosphere or explore it on your own. See how the local trading legacy remains in the architecture, passing by timeless brick houses, a Gothic town hall, and medieval towers. Consider taking an optional excursion to the storm surge barrier and Flood Museum to learn about the Netherlands' largest flood defence system.

Middelburg

This morning, sail along scenic Dutch waterways before spending an afternoon in Middelburg, the capital of the Dutch province of Zeeland. Join your Tour Manager for a walk through the twisting lanes and take in the city’s relaxed atmosphere or explore it on your own. See how the local trading legacy remains in the architecture, passing by timeless brick houses, a Gothic town hall, and medieval towers. Consider taking an optional excursion to the storm surge barrier and Flood Museum to learn about the Netherlands' largest flood defence system.

Day 6Ghent, Belgium - BrugesSay hello to Belgium this morning during a scenic cruise. This afternoon, travel by motorcoach from the port of Ghent**** to the fairytale city of Bruges and explore it on foot during a guided walking tour***** featuring cozy town squares and medieval dwellings.

Say hello to Belgium this morning during a scenic cruise. This afternoon, travel by motorcoach from the port of Ghent**** to the fairytale city of Bruges and explore it on foot during a guided walking tour***** featuring cozy town squares and medieval dwellings.

Day 7AntwerpJoin a local expert in Antwerp for a city tour that explores its rich history and Gothic and Baroque architecture. This afternoon, consider joining your Tour Manager on a walk****** from the port area to Antwerpen Centraal, one of the world’s most beautiful train stations, or enjoy free time to do as you please. Whatever you choose, spend your evening enjoying an elegant farewell cocktail reception, followed by dinner.

Antwerp

Join a local expert in Antwerp for a city tour that explores its rich history and Gothic and Baroque architecture. This afternoon, consider joining your Tour Manager on a walk****** from the port area to Antwerpen Centraal, one of the world’s most beautiful train stations, or enjoy free time to do as you please. Whatever you choose, spend your evening enjoying an elegant farewell cocktail reception, followed by dinner.

Day 8Kinderdijk, Netherlands - RotterdamStop in Kinderdijk, a UNESCO World Heritage Site and village, to experience Holland’s iconic 18th-century windmills. Walk along the winding paths and venture inside one of these working windmills, seeing how the country’s heritage blends into modern day society. This afternoon, it’s your choice! Travel by motorcoach******* to Delft to discover its charming canals, medieval architecture, and rich history on a walking tour followed by some free time to explore -OR- to The Hague for a guided stroll past landmarks like the historic Binnenhof and the Peace Palace, followed by some time to take in the area your own way. Back aboard the ship, toast to the end of your journey.

Stop in Kinderdijk, a UNESCO World Heritage Site and village, to experience Holland’s iconic 18th-century windmills. Walk along the winding paths and venture inside one of these working windmills, seeing how the country’s heritage blends into modern day society. This afternoon, it’s your choice! Travel by motorcoach******* to Delft to discover its charming canals, medieval architecture, and rich history on a walking tour followed by some free time to explore -OR- to The Hague for a guided stroll past landmarks like the historic Binnenhof and the Peace Palace, followed by some time to take in the area your own way. Back aboard the ship, toast to the end of your journey.

Day 9Amsterdam - Disembark Ship - Tour EndsYour tour comes to a close today, leaving you with memories of vibrant flowers and towering windmills.

Amsterdam

Your tour comes to a close today, leaving you with memories of vibrant flowers and towering windmills.