Best of Holland & Belgium

Embarkation from 4:00pm

Welkom! Experience the perfect blend of Dutch charm and Austrian hospitality. A grand welcome dinner sets the tone for the adventure, accompanied by the lively melodies of our Shanty Choir that immediately infuse the ship with maritime charm.

Nordic Flaire in Amsterdam

After a delicious breakfast, your spirit of adventure calls: Amsterdam shows itself at its best, with historic architecture and over a thousand bridges, some of which you explore on a morning canal cruise. In the afternoon, you have a choice: visit the open-air museum Zaanse Schans with its windmills, cheese, and wooden clogs, or take an active e-bike tour to the magnificent De Haar Castle, exploring its extensive gardens and parklands. Later on board, raise a glass on the River Terrace to your day's adventures.

Maastricht – Medieval Treasures & River Strolls

Sail the Dutch waterways and savor a midday lunch before stepping into Maastricht, a city where medieval architecture, charming alleyways, and Romanesque churches await. A riverside walk along the Maas completes the perfect afternoon of discovery and relaxation.

Citadel, city history & sambre bliss

Arriving in Huy, enjoy breakfast before a short bus ride to Namur. From the heights of its citadel, take in sweeping views over Wallonia's capital and explore the centuries-old fortress with a captivating multimedia presentation. In the afternoon, stroll Namur's charming streets on a guided tour, pause for coffee along the Sambre, and return to Huy by evening, bidding farewell to the citadel and the West Tower of Notre-Dame Church.

Sweet Temptations in Antwerp

Drift along Belgium's waterways to Antwerp and savor quiet moments on the Sun Deck. After docking, explore the historic center, delighting in freshly baked Belgian waffles. Later, wander through romantic streets, browsing for small treasures and souvenirs to bring home.

Ghent & Bruges – Canals, Cathedrals & Chocolate

Morning in Ghent offers a gentle walking tour of the old town and the magnificent St. Bavo Cathedral with its famous altarpiece. Stroll past scenic canals, hidden squares, and ornate guild houses that give the city its unique character. In the afternoon, continue to Bruges, where a guided tour of the historic center reveals stunning architecture, complemented by Belgian pralines. A local beer tasting before returning to the ship for the gala dinner completes the day.

Kinderdijk's historical Windmills

Experience the iconic windmills of Kinderdijk up close during a morning excursion, then return to the ship for lunch in Rotterdam. The afternoon brings a choice: discover The Hague's historic and modern sides, including the Mauritshuis Museum with Vermeer's Girl with a Pearl Earring and works by Rembrandt, or set sail on a harbor cruise through Europe's largest port. Later, explore Rotterdam's famous Market Hall before the evening winds down with cocktails and live entertainment in the Panorama Lounge.

Disembarkation after breakfast

As your journey concludes in the Venice of the North, depart with cherished memories and perhaps a longing to set sail again aboard AMADEUS.