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Escorted Tour Highlights
Countries Visited:
Belgium, Holland
Cities Visited:
See Description
Sightseeing Highlights
City Highlights
Day 1 Amsterdam: Welcome to AmsterdamDay 2 Amsterdam (Embarkation): Canal cruise; onboard welcome reception Day 3 Nijmegen. Excursion to Arnhem: Choice of biking tour, or guided sightseeing of Arnhem, or guided tour of Airborne Museum in Arnhem; free time in NijmegenDay 4 Maastricht: Choice of guided tour or walk with your Adventure HostDay 5 Namur: Choice of guided tour or bike with your Adventure HostDay 6 Liège: Guided tourDay 7 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 BrusselsDay 8 Brussels: Choice of guided tour, see the town hall, or attend a chocolate workshop or bike with your Adventure HostDay 9 Brussels (Disembarkation): Your vacation ends this morning
Overview
Title
Tulip Time in Holland & Belgium with 1 Night in Amsterdam
Vacation Overview
Begin your vacation in Holland and Belgium your way with a one-night stay in Amsterdam! Join us for a guided canal cruise through the iconic waterways of this city of the Golden Age. Take free time to explore the colorful streets, galleries, and restaurants here. 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 with a visit to Arnhem 's WWII Airborne Museum, and free time in Nijmegen. If you prefer, take a guided bike ride in the Hoge Veluwe National Park and admire its diversity of scenery. In Maastricht, tour the old cobblestoned university town. On to Belgium for a sightseeing tour of medieval Namur, then Liège to see the ancient quarters of the “Fiery City.” Explore the city of Antwerp—birthplace of the master painter Peter 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, explore landmark buildings of Town Hall with a collection of cafes and shops on the Lower Town streets. Memories of Holland and Belgium will bloom in your memory for seasons to come!
Year Round Offers
- Single Supplement Waived on Select River Cruises
- Save $100 per person on Groups of 5 or more
Day 1:AMSTERDAM, HOLLAND Welcome to Holland. Your day in Amsterdam is free to explore at your leisure.
Day 2:AMSTERDAM (EMBARKATION) Canals of Colorful Amsterdam
CLASSIC Explore the iconic waterways of Amsterdam on a Guided Canal Cruise past stately homes of Amsterdam 's “Golden Age.” During tulip season, 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. Outside of tulip season, join a Guided Optional Excursion to Zaanse Schans to see historic windmills and charming Dutch houses.Later on, board your Avalon Suite Ship®.
EVENING/OVERNIGHT CRUISE TO NIJMEGEN(B,D)Day 3:NIJMEGEN. EXCURSION TO ARNHEM Wildlife, WWII Valor, and Famous Mills
ACTIVE Join a Biking Tour on the Hoge Veluwe National Park and admire its diversity of scenery, from dense forests to sand dune, OR:DISCOVERY Join a Guided Sightseeing to discover Arnhem-a key WWII operations site and home to impressive historical monuments and memorials-then visit a medieval castle for a regional herb and vegetable product tasting, OR:CLASSIC Join a Guided Tour of the Airborne Museum of Hartenstein commemorating the 1944 WWII Battle of Arnhem.You may join a Guided Optional Excursion to the Windmill of Thorn or an Optional Cooking Workshop.
EVENING/OVERNIGHT CRUISE TO MAASTRICH(B,L,D)Day 4:MAASTRICHT Dutch History, School Spirit and an Architectural FeastEnjoy an early morning sailing to Maastricht.
ACTIVE Maastricht's charm awaits, get physical via nordic walking with your Adventure Host, OR:CLASSIC Discover this vibrant university town with its lovely cathedrals, old houses, historical buildings, and impressively cobblestoned town center.Later enjoy live entertainment on board.
OVERNIGHT CRUISE TO NAMUR(B,L,D)Day 5: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 DOCKING IN NAMUR(B,L,D)Day 6: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(B,L,D)Day 7:ANTWERP A Rubenesque Cathedral in Artful AntwerpJoin 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 DOCKING IN BRUSSELS (B,L,D)Day 8: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(B,L,D)Day 9:BRUSSELS (DISEMBARKATION) Your vacation ends with breakfast this morning.
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operator in any way. All information presented is based on promotional material
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are subject to change without notice and at any time by the tour operators.
Availability is limited and must be reconfirmed at time of booking. The prices
on this website are not guaranteed. We are not responsible for errors,
omissions, or changes in pricing. Please call us toll free at 1-800-942-3301 to
confirm availability and pricing.
Avalon Waterways
Hotels:
Moevenpick Amsterdam City
Amsterdam, Netherlands
A stylish 408-room hotel in the perfect location, this waterfront property offers Free Wi-Fi internet access throughout. The chic restaurant serves creative international cuisine and there is a fabulous bar serving drinks and light snacks which is also a great spot for a nightcap. For relaxation there is a Lifestyle Studio featuring a gym, Finnish sauna, bio sauna & ice fountain.
Rating: Superior First-Class
Westcord Jakarta
Amsterdam, Netherlands
A unique sustainable hotel in Amsterdam, where two worlds connect. At the former location where ships left for Jakarta, lies a green oasis in the centre of the city. Hotel offers 200 luxurious rooms with a Indonesian influenced style. Enjoy breakfast, lunch and dinner at Café Jakarta or get a drink at the Malabar. Be pampered in luxury and relax in our wellness and swimming pool with views towards the river IJ.
Rating: Superior First-Class
Sofitel Le Louise
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.
Rating: Deluxe
All prices are per person, double occupancy, subject to availability and are quoted in U.S. Dollars. These pages are not endorsed or supported by the tour
operator in any way. All information presented is based on promotional material
provided by the tour operator. All prices, itineraries, accommodations and dates
are subject to change without notice and at any time by the tour operators.
Availability is limited and must be reconfirmed at time of booking. The prices
on this website are not guaranteed. We are not responsible for errors,
omissions, or changes in pricing. Please call us toll free at 1-800-942-3301 to
confirm availability and pricing.
