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Springtime in the Netherlands and Belgium

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 Trip Length
15 Days
 Trip Starts
Amsterdam
 Trip Finishes
Amsterdam
15 Day Springtime in the Netherlands and Belgium Itinerary (Travelmarvel)
Countries Explored: Holland, Belgium
Ship
Departures
Passengers
182
Crew
44
Launched
2020
Cruise Code
EUTCS15

Overview

Book online and enjoy exclusive savings on Travelmarvel's 15 Day Springtime in the Netherlands and Belgium. Explore the colourful and quirky Netherlands from the water on a 14-night cruise to neighbouring Belgium. Glide past windmills, discover historic WWII sites and delight in the individual flair of Dutch cities and towns. Wander the lively streets of Amsterdam, visit The Hague, enchanting Ghent and Antwerp.

Itinerary

Arrive in Amsterdam and transfer to your river ship. Perhaps grab a map to explore this carefree, cosmopolitan city.

This evening meet your Cruise Director and fellow passengers at a Captain's Welcome Reception. Stay 14 Nights: aboard your Travelmarvel river ship (D)

Enjoy a relaxing morning cruising along over the IJmeer and Markermeer. After lunch, arrive in Hoorn where you will join a walking tour through the iconic sights. Discover its splendid horn-shaped harbour, which is how it earned its name. (B/L/D)

Enjoy a guided exploration of The Hague and see the Dutch Parliament building and the Peace Palace.

After your morning activity, there will be free time to head off and explore Rotterdam on your own. (B/L/D)

Visit the World Heritage-listed Kinderdijk, known for having the country's greatest concentration of 18th-century windmills. Your ship will then set sail for Willemstad, where you'll have free time to explore. (B/L/D)

Today cruise into the Zeeland region. (B/L/D)

Insider Experience: Visit the Delta Works, one of the world's most complex modern engineering projects. Learn about the series of flood protection systems that took more than 30 years to complete.

Today, visit the Memorial Museum Passchendaele, Tyne Cot Cemetery and the Polygon Wood battlefield. (B/L/D)

Enjoy a guided discovery of Ghent, including a canal cruise. Alternatively, you may wish to join an optional excursion to soak up the historic wonders of Bruges, including the Markt Plaza and medieval bell tower. (B/L/D)

Arrive in Antwerp and enjoy a walking tour. See the market in the Grand Square, the Steen Castle and the Cathedral of Our Lady. The afternoon is at your leisure to further explore. (B/L/D)

Enjoy a day at leisure to explore Antwerp at your leisure. Alternatively, you may like to join a full day optional tour visiting the Battlefields of Fromelles, including the Flanders Field Museum and Pheasant Wood Cemetery. (B/L/D)

Set out on a guided tour of Maastricht, the birthplace of the modern European Union. Developed as a Roman settlement around 50BC, it is a city of many personalities having undergone a number of identity changes throughout its history. Admire the beautiful Basilica of Our Lady, one of the oldest remaining religious buildings in the city, see traces of the Middle Ages in the city walls, stroll along the city's iconic cobblestone roads, and enjoy the welcoming feel of what is today an energetic university city. (B/L/D)

Enjoy a guided tour of the fortified city of Nijmegen, the oldest city in the Netherlands. Situated close to the German border in the east of the country, Nijmegen celebrated its 2,000 birthday in 2005. Nijmegen's fame stretched to new corners when legendary America singer Nina Simone bought a home there in 1988, staying until 1990. Admire the city's many beautiful historic buildings and landmarks, and do your best to visit one of the city's many bars to soak up a slice of authentic Dutch frivolity. (B/L/D)

In Arnhem visit the Airborne Museum, viewing a depiction of the Battle of Arnhem in which the Allied Forces attempted to form a bridgehead on the northern banks of the Rhine River in September 1944. (B/L/D)

Board a glass-top boat and glide through Amsterdam's maze of waterways with a local guide, before enjoying some free time to explore this lively city.

Later, your ship will set sail as you prepare for tonight's special Gala Dinner. (B/L/D)

Tonight, sit down to the Captain's Farewell Dinner. (B/L/D)

Insider Experience: Visit Keukenhof Gardens, encompassing more than 70 acres of renowned gardens and parklands. Relish the chance to admire the spectacular display of bulb flowers in bloom, including colourful tulips.

Sadly today, your journey draws to a conclusion. Say your farewells, disembark your ship and be transferred to the airport. (B)

Trip Inclusions

  • Visit the Delta Works, one of the world's most complex modern engineering projects
  • Visit Keukenhof Gardens to admire the spectacular display of bulb flowers in bloom

  • 14 nights cruising on a Travelmarvel river ship
  • Services of a Travelmarvel Cruise Director and local guides
  • Explore 15 towns, villages and cities
  • Transfers, port charges and tipping

  • 41 meals - 14 breakfasts, 13 lunches and 14 dinners
  • Onboard water stations, plus tea and coffee, soft drink, beer and local wine during lunch and dinner on your cruise

  • Itinerary, inclusions and pricing are subject to change
  • Prices are for cruise only. Flights are not included unless specified
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Deck Plans

 
Category LD
Window Stateroom
Lower Deck (Level 1)
 
Category MD
French Balcony
Main Deck (Level 2)
 
Category UD
French Balcony
 
Owners Suite
Upper Deck (Level 3)
Sun Deck (Level 4)

Cabins

Category LD (Window Stateroom)

  • 153 sq ft/ 14.2 sq m
  • Ensuite with a shower, air-conditioning, a hair-dryer, a safe and flatscreen TV
  • Superior queen or twin bedding with plush linen
  • Each room has windows that offer stunning views
  • Seating area with a chair and small desk

Category MD (French Balcony)

  • 167 sq ft/ 15.5 sq m
  • Ensuite with a shower, air-conditioning, a hair-dryer, a safe and flatscreen TV
  • Superior queen or twin bedding with plush linen
  • Floor-to-ceiling sliding glass door with french balcony
  • Seating area with a chair and small desk

Category UD (French Balcony)

  • 167 sq ft/ 15.5 sq m
  • Ensuite with a shower, air-conditioning, a hair-dryer, a safe and flatscreen TV
  • Superior queen or twin bedding with plush linen
  • Floor-to-ceiling sliding glass door with french balcony
  • Seating area with a chair and small desk

Owners Suite

  • 258 sq ft/ 24 sq m
  • Ensuite with a shower, air-conditioning, a hair-dryer, a safe and flatscreen TV
  • Floor-to-ceiling sliding glass door with french balcony and windows that offer stunning views
  • Seating area with chair

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