Best of Holland & Belgium

Settle into the rhythm of Amsterdam as you arrive and check into your hotel. Explore the city’s graceful waterways, admire gabled houses, and stroll café-lined streets as you soak in its seamless blend of old-world elegance and modern energy.

Join your guide for a stroll through Amsterdam’s storybook lanes, explore bridges and canals that reveal the city’s rich history. Admire centuries-old townhouses and vibrant local life as you discover why Amsterdam remains one of Europe’s most beloved capitals.

Choose from a variety of activities to enjoy on your cruise

• Walking Tour

Check out of your hotel and visit Zaanse Schans, a picturesque village where authentic windmills, houses, and shops recreate life in the Netherlands during the 17th and 18th centuries. After exploring this charming area, transfer to your ship to continue your journey.

Choose from a variety of activities to enjoy on your cruise

• Zaanse Schans visit

Embarkation
Step aboard your luxurious ship in Amsterdam, where cobblestone streets meet glistening canals and bicycles glide past gabled townhouses. Settle in and watch the charm of this storybook city unfold as your European adventure begins.
 

Enjoy a morning canal cruise through Amsterdam’s historic waterways, where gabled houses and houseboats line the banks. Later, sail toward Utrecht, a city steeped in history and charm. Visit the fairytale De Haar Castle or stroll through the medieval streets and hidden courtyards that have defined this spiritual center for centuries.

Choose from a variety of activities to enjoy on your cruise

• Amsterdam Canal Cruise
• Scenic Cruising
• Walking Tour with Museum Speelklok (organ Museum) Visit
• Slot Zuylen Visit
• Slot Zuylen Bike Tour

Cruise through the scenic delta where land and sea meet in harmony. In Hellevoetsluis, explore a charming harbor town lined with colorful boats and cobblestone streets. Learn about the country’s remarkable flood defenses at the Delta Works or enjoy a cycling adventure along the Haringvlietdam, surrounded by sparkling water and coastal breezes.

Choose from a variety of activities to enjoy on your cruise

• Scenic Cruising
• Zierikzee “Medieval Harbor Town” Walking Tour
• Delta Works and Flood Museum Tour
• Traditional Dutch Flat Bottom Boat Visit
• Haringvlietdam Bike Tour

Arrive in Belgium and step into the storybook scenery of Ghent, with its elegant canal houses and medieval spires. Choose to explore Bruges, one of Europe’s best-preserved towns, where cobblestone lanes lead to market squares and the sound of church bells fills the air. Every corner reveals another postcard-perfect scene.

Choose from a variety of activities to enjoy on your cruise

• Ghent “capital of East Flanders” Walking Tour
• Full Day Bruges “capital of West Flanders” Walking Tour and Church of Our Lady Visit
• Bike Tour
• Highlights of Bruges Tour
• Castle of the Counts of Flanders
• Castle of the Counts of Flanders

Discover the beauty and sophistication of Belgium’s capital. From grand squares and Gothic buildings to peaceful parks and modern landmarks, Brussels blends old-world charm with cosmopolitan energy. Indulge in a chocolate tasting or visit the impressive Gaasbeek Castle for a glimpse into the country’s noble past.

Choose from a variety of activities to enjoy on your cruise

• “Capital of Belgium” Tour
• Belgian Chocolate Tasting
• Laeken Bike Tour
• Bouchout Castle Visit

Explore Antwerp, a city of diamonds, artistry, and maritime history. Admire the striking Cathedral of Our Lady and the lively Grote Markt, or cycle through the city’s stylish neighborhoods. Later, sample local specialties–from Belgian beer to crisp waffles–as the city’s creative spirit surrounds you.

Choose from a variety of activities to enjoy on your cruise

• “City of Diamonds” Walking Tour and Cathedral Visit
• Bike Tour•\
• Belgian Beer Tour
• Flavors of Belgium
• Bike Tour with Red Star Line Museum

Step into the Netherlands’ oldest city, where waterways weave between historic buildings. Wander Dordrecht’s charming streets or travel to nearby Rotterdam, known for its modern architecture and vibrant harbor. In the afternoon, visit the UNESCO-listed windmills of Kinderdijk—iconic symbols of Dutch craftsmanship and resilience.

Choose from a variety of activities to enjoy on your cruise

• “Holland’s Oldest City” Walking Tour
• Rotterdam Tour and Delfshaven
• Bike Tour
• Kinderdijk UNESCO Windmills
• Kinderdijk Bike Tour

Disembark your ship and bid farewell to Amsterdam as you prepare for your return flight home.