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Holland & Belgium

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• 8 Guided Tours
• 3 Countries
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Explore the Low Countries

Journey through the inland waterways of the Low Countries—Holland and Belgium. Enjoy an overnight stay in vibrant Amsterdam. Sail through a vast network of canals and rivers, stopping in key cities to soak up Dutch, German and Flemish culture. Witness feats of Dutch engineering. See modern Rotterdam and the windmills of Kinderdijk, and visit Antwerp, Europe’s diamond capital. In the spring, visit Keukenhof Gardens in bright bloom.

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To learn more about each port of call and our included as well as optional excursions, click on the individual days below.

Itinerary and shore excursions are subject to change and may vary by departure.

More features, services and excursions included

One complimentary shore excursion in every port of call

Free Wi-Fi (connection speed may vary)

Beer, wine & soft drinks with onboard lunch & dinner

24-hour specialty coffees, teas  & bottled water

Port taxes & fees

Ground transfers with Viking Air purchase

Visits to UNESCO Sites

Enrichment lectures & Destination Performances

Your Stateroom Includes:

River-view stateroom

Bottled water replenished daily

110/220 volt outlets

Queen-size Viking Explorer Bed (optional twin-bed configuration) with luxury linens & pillows

Private bathroom with shower, heated floor & anti-fog mirror

Premium Freyja® toiletries

Plush robes & slippers (upon request)

40" or 42" flat-screen Sony® TV with infotainment system featuring Movies On Demand, plus CNBC, CNN, FOX & more

Telephone, safe, refrigerator

Individual climate control

*All amenities on board Viking Longships; amenities vary on other ships.

Pre & Post Cruise Extensions

More days means more to discover, with extension packages you can add before or after your Viking cruise or cruisetour. Enjoy additional days to explore your embarkation or disembarkation city, or see a new destination altogether with a choice of exciting cities. Pre & Post Cruise Extensions vary by itinerary and are subject to change.

Pre: Amsterdam

From $699 | 2 Nights

Pre: Amsterdam Premium

From $1,199 | 2 Nights

Pre: The Hague

Post: Bruges & Ghent

From $1,299 | 3 Nights

Post: Brussels

From $599 | 2 Nights

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EXPERIENCE WITH TAUCK

TAUCK EXCLUSIVE –  Private gala dinner and tour at the Mauritshuis museum in The Hague

TAUCK VALUE INCLUDES

All gratuities to ship staff, drivers, local guides, Tauck Directors and Tauck Cruise Director

All private Tauck shore excursions – $2,505 Value!

Visits to Keukenhof Gardens in Lisse

A scenic cruise along the beautiful 17th-century canals of Amsterdam and a visit to the Rijksmuseum or a visit to the Dutch countryside

SEE WHAT YOUR JOURNEY INCLUDES

Guests should be able to easily walk one to two miles, which may include climbing one or two flights of stairs and walking over uneven pavement, groomed hiking trails or cobblestones. Standing up to one hour or more may be required.

Moderately paced, and may include some early morning hotel departures, one or two on-tour flights, and extended motor coach travel.

Exclusively inclusive river cruising

In the Netherlands, flowers are a way of life... You'll see flower boxes abloom with tulips and an array of colorful potted plants in villages and towns all over Holland. Gardens grace the landscapes everywhere you look, paying homage to an economy which is largely horticultural based...

Old world europe – rhine river cruises, tauck exclusive – private opening at mauritshuis, exclusive evening with dinner, music and golden age art at the mauritshuis.

You're the guest of honor for a Tauck Exclusive private opening, tour and dinner at the acclaimed Mauritshuis museum in Den Haag (The Hague). The museum is housed in a restored, classically styled 17th-century mansion where a world class collection of Dutch Golden Age paintings features masterpieces by Rembrandt, Holbein the Younger and Vermeer, including Vermeer's iconic "Girl with a Pearl Earring." Enjoy a personal welcome from a museum official who shares insights about the art you will see here and dine to live music performed by students from the Royal Conservatory of the Hague.

Visit beautiful Keukenhof Gardens

Spring is definitely in the air at the netherlands' keukenhof gardens.

It's only open to the public two months a year... but during those two months in spring, Keukenhof Gardens in the Dutch town of Lisse puts on an annual show that can best be described in visions. Just picture tulips, multicolored and in the millions; daffodils, golden-hued with beauty unmatched; hyacinths, pink, purple and white perfumed and pretty; and narcissi, cupshaped and showy, all flowering simultaneously as far as your eyes can see. It's a show you won't want to miss.

Had to tell you how fabulous our cruise was! The crew and Tauck staff were extremely professional and accommodating.

William Wildermuth

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Travel Documents

If you are a U.S. citizen traveling internationally , you will need a passport valid for six months beyond the completion of your Tauck journey for entry into the Netherlands and Belgium. You are not required to obtain a visa to enter either country for the short duration of this tour.

If you are a citizen of another country traveling internationally , you should contact an embassy or consulate of the Netherlands and of Belgium to determine what travel documentation is required.

International maritime security guidelines require that your passport information be provided to us prior to your embarkation. You need to provide this information to us as soon as you book your cruise or boarding may be denied. Once you board the riverboat, your passport will be held by the purser temporarily to make copies.

Please Note: Longer stays abroad for any purpose may require additional travel documentation.

We recommend that you make at least two photocopies of all the travel documents that you bring with you. Include copies of the photo page of your passport that contains the date of issuance, the date of expiration and your citizenship, as well as both sides of your driver's license. Secure one set of copies in the safe in your room while traveling and leave one set behind with someone at home who will assist you in the event your documents are misplaced, lost or stolen.

To facilitate Travel Requirements, destinations are increasingly utilizing online forms that require digital proof that you've successfully completed your submission (via an email, QR code, etc.) To ensure smooth travels and peace of mind, we strongly recommend all guests carry a personal smart phone and sign up for international data plans before traveling overseas.

TRAVELING WITH CHILDREN AS A GUARDIAN: If you are traveling as the guardian of a child/children, we strongly suggest that you carry a letter from both parents of the child authorizing emergency treatment in the event of illness or accident. For travel abroad, many foreign countries have specific entry requirements for children under 21 who are traveling internationally without BOTH parents. (These requirements are in response to the increased incidence of children being abducted and taken abroad.) PLEASE NOTE THAT TAUCK IS NOT RESPONSIBLE for the disruption of travel caused by improper documentation for children traveling without both parents.

How to Book a Tour

See your travel advisor, or call Tauck at 800-468-2825 to make a reservation.

At the time of booking, please have the following information ready for all members of your party:

• Tour Name and Departure Date
• Traveler's Name: First and last names as they appear on your passport or driver's license
• Traveler's Address(es)
• Email Address*
• Traveler's Phone Number(s)*
• Emergency Contact Information: Please provide the name and phone number  of a relative or friend (not travelling with you) whom we could contact during the tour in the unlikely event of an emergency
• Interest in purchasing a travel protection plan (US and Canada)
• Interest in extending your trip by staying in a Tauck recommended hotel before your trip begins or after it ends
• Interest in our specially negotiated airfares

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Deposits & Final Payment

The deposit and the fees for the optional Protection Plan or Cancel Fee Waiver [CFW] coverage are due at time of booking.

The deposit amount is $900 per person

Final Payments:

Final Payment is due to Tauck  60  days before departure for lands trips, and  120  days before departure for cruises and rail journeys. If your deposit was made by credit card, final payment will be automatic unless you opted out at time of booking. Bookings without full payment at this time may be subject to cancellation without notice. Failure to make payment will be a considered a cancellation by the guest and all applicable cancellation fees will apply.

Cruise Protection Plan

Effective for plans purchased as of July 1, 2021:

Tauck's Cruise and Event Protection

Tauck's Cruise & Event Protection provides you with cancellation protection before your journey begins as well as insurance benefits while you are traveling. It must be purchased within 10 days of your initial deposit. Guest Protection includes the following:

Cancellation Waiver – Provided by Tauck:

Under Tauck's Cancellation Fee Waiver you can cancel your tour for ANY REASON and Tauck will  reduce the regular cancellation fees outlined herein, provided we are notified of cancellation before your cruise departs. Certain terms and restrictions apply (see below*).

*Extreme Circumstances:  In the event of an act of God, war (whether declared or undeclared), terrorism, accident, natural disaster, outbreak of disease, or other event or circumstance beyond our control that contributes to or results in cancellation rates above our historical cancellation rates in the absence of such event or occurrence, Tauck reserves the right to issue a credit to you in lieu of a money-back refund, applicable to a future Tauck journey.  Travel Insurance Benefits – Underwritten by United States Fire Insurance Company.

• Trip Cancellation –  Should you cancel for covered reasons, the plan reimburses cancellation fees imposed, up to your total trip cost. 
• Trip Interruption –  If you have to interrupt your tour for covered reasons, the plan provides reimbursement to catch up to your tour or return home.
• Travel Delay –  Provides reimbursement for missed, prepaid travel arrangements if you are delayed by a common carrier, natural disaster, unannounced strike, or other reasons as cited in the plan.
• Medical Expense –  Reimburses covered medical expenses incurred in the event you become injured or sick during your trip. 
• Baggage / Personal Effects Protection –  Provides reimbursement in the event your luggage or personal effects are, lost, stolen, damaged or delayed during your trip.

Worldwide Emergency Assistance Services –  Provided by Carefree Travel Assistance; 24-hour emergency telephone assistance hotline for medical and travel related problems.

The cost of Tauck's Cruise and Event Protection is:   $799   per person

This plan provides cancellation coverage for your trip and other insurance coverages that apply only during the covered trip. You may have coverage from other sources that provides you with similar benefits but may be subject to different restrictions depending upon your other coverages. You may wish to compare the terms of this policy with your existing life, health, home and automobile policies. If you have any questions about your current coverage, call your insurer, insurance agent or broker.

This optional Cruise and Event Protection must be requested at time of booking and fee must be included in initial payment. Details will be provided with written confirmation of your reservation. Cruise and Event Protection does not protect travel agent commissions. Reimbursements will be made according to original method of payment. The amount of any refund shall be reduced by any recoveries obtained by you from any third parties.

To obtain your state-specific Certificate of Insurance that contains the complete terms, conditions, limitations and exclusions of the certificate, visit  affinitytravelcert.com/docs/TACCREINTL

If You Have To Cancel

If you cancel within 10 days of initial deposit

Within the first 10 days after you place your initial deposit, you may cancel your reservation for any reason with no cancellation fees.

If you cancel more than 10 days after initial deposit

Regardless of reason, cancellations result in costly charges from our travel and hotel providers covering penalties and fees incurred by canceling confirmed bookings. These fees vary from tour to tour. Therefore, the following fees apply for this tour.

Cancellation Fees with Tauck's Cruise Protection Plan:

120 days or more before departure: Loss of cost of Tauck's Cruise and Event Protection fee per person 119 – 60 days before departure: Loss of 25% of the cost of the cruise, not including air (if applicable), plus loss of Cruise and Event Protection fee, per person 59 – 1 days before departure: Loss of 50% of the cost of the cruise, not including air (if applicable), plus loss of Cruise and Event Protection fee, per person Cancellation Fees without Tauck's Cruise Protection Plan: 120 days or more before departure: $900 per person 119 – 60 days before departure: Loss of 50% of the cost of cruise, not including air (if applicable), per person 59 - 1 days before departure: Loss of 100% of the cost of cruise, not including air (if applicable), per person Time of cancellation will be when notice is received in our Wilton Woods, CT office.

Tour Interruption Fees

If you have to interrupt your tour en route, you may be entitled to a refund for the unused land portion if it exceeds 24 hours; certain restrictions apply. Such refunds are based upon the number of overnights missed less a fee of $40 per person per day for unused transportation and other fixed expenses.

Partial Room Cancellation

A person who cancels or leaves a tour while a roommate remains constitutes a cancellation of one type of accommodation and rebooking of another type of accommodation. The price charged to the remaining person is the new, higher price for the new accommodation.

In the event of an unforeseen circumstance beyond our control, Tauck reserves the right to amend the cancellation and transfer terms outlined herein. Note: All Guests, regardless of residency, who book a Tauck journey have the option of purchasing the Cancellation Waiver provided by Tauck in the event they need to cancel their trip after making their reservations. Tauck's Cruise & Event Protection, which includes both the Cancellation Fee Waiver and the Travel Insurance Benefits and Assistance Services described above, is not available to residents of Puerto Rico.

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Travel Requirements For This Tour

Air Information and Luggage Restrictions

AIRFARE: Airfare to and from this destination is not included in the journey cost. If purchasing your air elsewhere, it is very important to provide us with your confirmed arriving and departing flight information no later than 3 weeks before your arrival date. Flight information can be submitted to Tauck (or verified, if you've already provided it) in the My Account section of Tauck.com.

TAUCK AIRPORT TRANSFERS are included at the start and end of the journey between the airport and the Tauck hotel. Airport transfers are available for any pre tour or post tour hotel stays immediately consecutive to the tour, providing flight information is received in the Tauck office no later than three weeks in advance. Details on locating your transfer upon arrival to the tour start city will be included in your final documents.

AIRLINES and CHECKED LUGGAGE: Due to space limitations during your Tauck journey, we ask that you please limit your checked luggage to one average-size suitcase per person. Besides complying with the Tauck restriction noted above, you should also be sure to research and comply with all airline baggage restrictions relating to your flights to and from your Tauck journey. Airlines have become much more strict in enforcing size and weight limits in recent years, and are free to revise luggage policies without notice. Researching and complying with airline luggage restrictions is the responsibility of the guest, and Tauck cannot be held responsible for any costs or disruptions to travel caused by the failure to research and comply with airline policies. PLEASE NOTE that if you are booked on a tour that includes on-tour flights, the checked luggage weight restrictions for these flights may be lower than the weight restrictions for your international flights.

Checked Luggage – General

Due to space restrictions, we ask that you please limit your checked luggage to one suitcase per person weighing no more than 50 pounds (23 kg) and with overall dimensions (length + width + height) not exceeding 62 inches (158 cm).

Besides complying with the Tauck restriction noted above, you should also be sure to research and comply with all airline baggage restrictions relating to your flights to and from your Tauck journey. Airlines have become much more strict in enforcing size and weight limits in recent years, and luggage exceeding airline standards for size or weight may result in expensive overage fees or other consequences.

Airlines are free to revise luggage policies without notice, and certain airlines have different baggage allowances for different classes of service. Researching and complying with airline luggage restrictions is the responsibility of the guest, and Tauck cannot be held responsible for any costs or disruptions to travel caused by the failure to research and comply with airline policies.

Tauck luggage tags will be provided by your Tauck Director on Day 1 of your itinerary. Please do not attach a Tauck luggage tag to any carry-on items, as the Tauck tags designate luggage that is to be handled and transferred by ground operators and hotel staff during your journey.

Carry-on Luggage - General

Although oversize bags and wheeled, carry-on luggage are popular for airline travel, they are often not convenient or appropriate for motor coach travel. Most modern sightseeing motor coaches offer limited space for numerous or larger items. Space under seats or in the overhead rack is typically small, and designed to accommodate items like coats, hats, purses, and small camera bags, etc.

For your day-to-day travel while on tour, we recommend that you limit your hand luggage to a small, soft-sided carry-on piece, and that you bring only those items you need handy during the day such as make-up, medications, cameras, film, etc. Items too large to fit under the motor coach seat or on the overhead rack must be stored in the luggage bays beneath the motor coach, and may be inaccessible during daytime travel.

Health, Safety and Mobility

HEALTH CONSIDERATIONS

Your riverboat is registered in Basel, Switzerland. Please check with your health insurance provider to determine whether you are covered while traveling. If you will not be covered under your current policy, we strongly suggest that you arrange for adequate coverage while on tour.

If you have a medical condition that might limit your participation in activities, please consult your physician for pre-departure health advice and notify us as soon as possible, if you have not already done so. We will advise your Tauck Director accordingly.

VACCINATIONS

If you are a resident of the U.S. ,  no vaccinations are currently required for travel to The Netherlands or Belgium. For complete vaccination and inoculation information, contact your physician, the public health service in your area, or the U.S. Centers for Disease Control (CDC) in Atlanta, Georgia by clicking here .

If you are a resident of another country , please contact an embassy or consulate of The Netherlands and of Belgium to determine whether vaccinations are required for your travel.

While our cruise through the Netherlands and Belgium is very relaxing and the pace leisurely, to enjoy all the tour has to offer, you should be in good health and able to walk reasonable distances, as some of the most memorable sightseeing can only be accomplished on foot. There is a moderate to significant amount of walking during our excursions, often along cobblestone streets. For the most part, however, the amount of walking you do is at your discretion.

Your riverboat has four decks: Sun, Diamond, Ruby and Emerald. On the ms Treasures, the elevator accesses the Diamond Deck, Ruby Deck, and Diamond Deck, but not the Sun Deck or Emerald Deck. On the ms Inspire , the elevator accesses all decks except the Sun Deck. There is no chair lift between any of the decks.

Because you will be cruising on a river and not on the open sea, you are never far from land and, therefore, there is no doctor on board. In case of emergency, we can easily dock the boat and call for an ambulance or medical assistance.

PLEASE NOTE:  We regret that this Tauck itinerary cannot accommodate wheelchairs or motorized scooters.  Likewise, we regret that we're unable to provide individual assistance to guests with walking difficulties or other personal needs.  The responsibility of the Tauck Director who accompanies your trip is to ensure that the larger group enjoys a relaxing and informative journey, and he or she cannot be relied upon to provide ongoing individual assistance to any one guest.  Guests requiring such individualized assistance must be accompanied by an able-bodied companion who can provide it.

Unfortunately, we cannot accommodate service animals on any river cruise for medical and legal reasons.

SPECIAL DIETARY REQUESTS

The restaurants, hotels, caterers and numerous other partners we work with all do their best to accommodate special dietary requests from Tauck guests. However, given the diverse nature of those food providers (from small wineries to grand hotels to world-famous restaurants in more than 70 countries worldwide), some of our partners are better able than others to accommodate such requests. We therefore cannot guarantee that all dietary requests can be accommodated at every meal. Also, please note that where dietary requests can be accommodated, choices will frequently be limited.

On board the riverboat, smoking is permitted in a limited area of the Sun deck. Smoking (including e-Cigarettes) is not permitted in any cabin, the restaurant, the lounge or any other interior space.

Reading List

We have compiled a reading list of recommended books to give you more information about the destinations you will be traveling to on your upcoming journey!

You can view the reading list  here.

The climate in the Netherlands is temperate. From May through October, the average high temperatures increase as you travel south along the rivers with an average high temperatures of 63 to 71 °F (17 to 22 °C) in Amsterdam and average low temperatures from 45 to 53 °F (7 to 12 °C). Rainfall amounts are moderate in this region and remain constant throughout the year, although late spring and early summer are generally the wetter seasons of the year. To read about current weather conditions, we suggest you log on to the Internet website, noaa.gov , by clicking here.

What To Pack

Bringing the right clothing for your trip is important – we've partnered with Necessary Gear who provide an "easy-to-use, one-stop shop" for your Tauck travel needs, specifically selected for this trip. Click here to visit their site .

Your journey is designed with leisure in mind. Dress for comfort and convenience with a wardrobe that is flexible and allows for layering. Casual, cotton clothing is recommended. Lightweight jackets and sweaters are recommended during springtime when daily high temperatures are still about 60 °F (16 °C). Evenings are very cool as the temperatures fall into the 30's and 40's °F overnight (single digits in Celsius). Pack comfortable yet sturdy walking shoes that have already been broken-in, as many of the sites visited were built centuries ago and have uneven surfaces, some steep inclines and many steps.

During evenings aboard the riverboat, dress is resort casual.  Items such as slacks and collared shirts are appropriate for men.  For women, slacks, a dress or a skirt and blouse are suitable.  For dinner and throughout the evening, guests should refrain from wearing shorts, t-shirts, flip-flops or sneakers.  Your journey also includes one or two special occasion meals, where a sport coat and tie for gentlemen and a dress/pantsuit for ladies are suggested.  (Your Tauck Director will advise you prior to those evenings.)

Bathrobes, slippers and hairdryers are provided in each cabin.

Valet laundry service is available on the riverboat for a fee. There is no valet dry cleaning available on the riverboat. Ironing facilities on the riverboat are available by request to the front desk. Category 7 cabins feature their own irons and ironing boards.

We recommend that you pack an adequate supply of your prescription medication in its original container to last through your entire journey, together with a copy of your doctor's prescription or a letter from your health-care provider on office stationery explaining that the medication has been prescribed for you, a list of the generic names of your medication, your travel documents and a change of clothing in your carry-on bag to avoid any inconvenience in the event that your flight or luggage is delayed. No medications are sold on board the riverboat.

We suggest that you pack the following items for your cruise on the waterways of the Netherlands and Belgium: 

• Flat, rubber-soled walking shoes for shipboard
• Sturdy but comfortable walking shoes that have already been broken-in for onshore
• Casual daytime wear – shorts, slacks, long and short-sleeved shirts
• An optional jacket and tie for men
• Casually elegant evening wear for ladies
• Sunglasses, sunscreen, hat
• A light sweater or jacket for higher elevations or a breezy night
• Camera, lenses, batteries, memory cards and chargers
• Travel alarm clock/cell phone with alarm functions (many hotels do not have clocks in the rooms)
• Rain poncho and collapsible umbrella
• Reusable zipper-lock bags or other waterproof bags
• Daypack for camera equipment
• Sundries and toiletries that may be difficult to find en route
• Copies of your travel documents that should be secured in the safe in your ship cabin while traveling

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We had a wonderful time on this enjoyable cruise in The Netherlands. The itinerary was perfect for our family. The ship's crew were all fantastic: efficient, friendly, welcoming and helpful. And even the weather cooperated. My only (minor) concern was that the information about where and when we could board the ship was not particularly clear, especially as we were traveling independently i.e. we were not met on arrival and escorted to the boat). Fortunately, the public transportation systems in Netherlands are so efficient that this was not a big problem.

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A wonderful experience for our first cruise. The service personnel were first class. The tours were highly organized and loved the guides.

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Holland & Belgium Tulip River Cruise (Amsterdam - Brussels - Amsterdam)

We had a great time but it rained every day and I very much wished I had roughy my winter coat!! The food was good but the portions were small. The room was small but comfortable. Many fellow travelers including myself wished for more to do on the ship. Maybe games to play, cards, etc.

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Springtime in Holland (port-to-port cruise)

Professional, helpful staff, great food.

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We had a wonderful time on this enjoyable cruise in The Netherlands. The itinerary was perfect for our family. The ship's crew were all fantastic: efficient, friendly, welcoming and helpful. And even the weather cooperated. My only (minor) concern was that the information about where and when we could board the ship was not particularly clear, especially as we were traveling independently i.e. we were not met on arrival and escorted to the boat). Fortunately, the public transportation systems in Netherlands are so efficient that this was not a big problem.

The tour was an absolute dream. The itinerary was perfect and the ports were great. What made it extra enjoyable was the crew upon the MS Cruisivista. Especially Jessica, our cruise director. Already looking at other river cruises we can go on next year and bringing my mom. Thank you!

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Holland & Belgium

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Celebrate the spectacular beauty of Holland and Flanders in springtime on this carefully curated, 7-night river cruise. Expert-led excursions include visits to the historical canals of Amsterdam; the 2,000-year-old city of Nijmegen; the world-class Kröller-Müller Museum; Kinderdijk and the Delta Works engineering projects; storybook Bruges; the blue pottery center of Delft; the incomparable Keukenhof Gardens; and the Golden Age trading center of Hoorn. Extend your journey with the Amsterdam Pre-Tour Extension and/or The Hague Post-Tour Extension.

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• Nine-day, 7-night, luxury cruise round-trip Amsterdam, the Netherlands, aboard an exclusively chartered, small river boat, Amadeus Cara.
• Enjoy a walking tour of Nijmegen, a university town originally settled by the Romans in the 1st-century B.C.—and visit the wonderful Kröller-Müller Museum, with its amazing Van Gogh collection and stunning sculpture garden.
• See 3 of Peter Paul Rubens’ masterpieces in Antwerp’s Cathedral of Our Lady.
• Tour of Ghent’s St. Bavo’s Cathedral, whose chapel houses the Adoration of the Mystic Lamb.
• Explore the medieval Flemish jewel of Bruges, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, and the Golden Age trading town of Hoorn.
• Visit to world-famous Keukenhof, the “Garden of Europe,” at the peak of tulip season to see the world’s largest and most colorful display of spring flowers.
• Private cruise along Amsterdam’s UNESCO World Heritage designated canal district.
• Complimentary wine and beer served with lunch and dinner aboard the river boat.
• Amsterdam Pre-Tour Extension and/or The Hague Post-Tour Extension.

Day 1 - Depart Home City

Day 2 - Amsterdam, the Netherlands / Embark boat

Day 3 - Nijmegen for Kröller-Müller Museum

Day 4 - Kinderdijk / Delta Works

Day 5 - Bruges, Belgium / Ghent

Day 6 - Antwerp

Day 7 - Rotterdam for Keukenhof Gardens and Delft

Day 8 - Hoorn / Amsterdam

Day 9 - Amsterdam / Disembark boat / Return to home city

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Amadeus Cara

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The elegant and meticulously crafted Amadeus Cara, launched in 2022, features all the comforts of a refined and traditional hotel. The English-speaking, international crew provides warm hospitality. The Amadeus fleet has earned the “Green Globe Certificate” of environmental sustainability. The 82 stylish staterooms and suites are among the most spacious of any European river boat (172 to 284 square feet). Suites include a private balcony, and select staterooms feature a unique floor-to‑ceiling window that lowers to French-balcony height at the touch of a button. Accommodations have two twin beds or one queen bed, individual climate control, sitting area, private bathroom with shower, and a minibar.

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Amsterdam Pre-Tour Extension

Immerse yourself in historical Amsterdam on an itinerary that includes a visit to Rijksmuseum’s Dutch Master collection, including famous paintings by Rembrandt. During a picturesque neighborhood walking tour, visit the exquisite Our Lord in the Attic museum—a 17th-century canal house with a Catholic church in the attic.

The Hague Post-Tour Extension

Conclude your journey with a visit to The Hague, showcasing stately municipal buildings and structures long adored by the Dutch royal family. Visit the Mauritshuis, a 17th‑century Neoclassical mansion featuring a world‑renowned Dutch and Flemish art collection, including Vermeer’s “Girl with a Pearl Earring.” Amble the streets of Gouda, beloved for its cheese.

The Pre-Tour and Post-Tour Extensions are available at additional cost. Details will be provided with your reservation confirmation.

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Program Itinerary

Days 1 depart home city.

Depart your home city and board an overnight flight.

Day 2 Amsterdam, the Netherlands / Embark

When you arrive embark the deluxe river boat Amadeus Cara once you arrive in Amsterdam—built during the Golden Age of the Middle Ages. Later, attend the Captain’s Welcome Reception with your fellow passengers and enjoy dinner onboard

Day 3 Nijmegen for Kröller-Müller Museum

Visit the world‑class Kröller‑Müller Museum, most lauded for its collection of 90 Vincent van Gogh paintings and 180 of his drawings. See works by Pablo Picasso, Claude Monet, Pierre-Auguste Renoir, and Édouard Manet. Enjoy a walking tour of Nijmegen, a university town layered with more than 2,000 years of history and originally settled by the Romans in the first century B.C. Explore an array of pristinely preserved structures, including the turreted 15th‑century De Waag—formerly one of the city’s gates and currently Amsterdam’s oldest secular building.

Day 4 Schoonhoven/Kinderdijk / Delta Works

In Kinderdijk, see the UNESCO-inscribed network of 19 authentic windmills built between 1722 and 1761. Visit one of the mills among the largest assembly of such in the Netherlands. You will have the option to either discover the Delta Works, an impressive feat of hydraulic engineering hailed as one of the Seven Wonders of the Modern World, or explore Veere, Netherlands, once known for its rich history as the center of the Scottish wool trade.

Day 5 Bruges, Belgium / Ghent

A scenic drive through Flemish countryside takes you to Bruges, where you’ll enjoy a walking tour to the Gothic Town Hall, the famous and UNESCO-inscribed octagonal belfry and tower, and the Church of Our Lady, with a visit to see Michelangelo’s “Virgin and Child” marble sculpture housed at the church. Stroll through Ghent, replete with medieval and classical architecture. Admire the windows and Gothic steeples of St. Bavo’s Cathedral and see Hubert and Jan van Eyck’s magnificent altarpiece “Adoration of the Mystic Lamb”—the most frequently stolen artwork of all time. See the Belfry of Ghent, the tallest belfry in Belgium and a UNESCO World Heritage Site.

Day 6 Antwerp

Discover the Old Town of Antwerp, which preserves its distinct Flemish culture while still maintaining its distinction as the commercial center of Belgium and an established diamond trading center. Visit the UNESCO-inscribed belfry at Cathedral of Our Lady and see 17th‑century Baroque masterpieces by the city’s native son, Peter Paul Rubens.

Day 7 Rotterdam for Delft and Keukenhof Gardens

Saunter through historical Delft, where Johannes Vermeer painted his famous “View of Delft” from 1660 to 1661. Visit the original Delft factory of Royal Porceleyne Fles and watch craftspeople create the iconic “Delft Blue” porcelain. Enjoy lunch at the world‑famous Keukenhof Gardens and stroll through its tableau of blooming tulips meticulously landscaped with tranquil ponds, placid streams, and tree-shaded paths. Attend the Captain’s Farewell Reception and Dinner on board the ship this evening.

Day 8 Hoorn / Amsterdam

Discover Hoorn, which rapidly grew to become a major harbor town during Holland’s “Golden Age” and was an important home base for the Dutch East India Company. Enjoy a private cruise through the charming and picturesque canals of Amsterdam, listed as a UNESCO World Heritage Site.  

Day 9 Amsterdam / Return to Home City

After breakfast, continue on to the post-program, or transfer to the airport for your return flight home.  

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The trip was as advertised...saw tulips and windmills..., i enjoyed the river cruise very much, excellent itinerary and pace., very disapointed in the food. when i went in sept, i loved the food., best trip ever, put your trust in collette when you travel., this was a trip of a lifetime......our bucket list trip to kunkenhof., disappointing.

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Holland & Belgium Springtime River Cruise

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Savor springtime in Holland and Belgium with a cruise that features blooming tulip fields and iconic windmills. Enjoy a canal cruise in the heart of Amsterdam. Stop in Arnhem, the favorite summer retreat of the Dutch royal family. Step into medieval times during a Bruges walking tour. Explore Kinderdijk and see Holland’s iconic windmills. Relax as you make your way along picturesque scenery and visit beloved cities such as Amsterdam and Bruges. Visit Keukenhof Gardens, home to more than 7 million tulips.

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Included Highlights

• 7-Night River Cruise
• Keukenhof Gardens

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Float under picturesque bridges on a canal tour of Amsterdam.

Enjoy a scenic sail along Belgium waterways.

Explore the world-famous Keukenhof Gardens, spanning across 70 acres.

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Stand in awe before the iconic windmills of Kinderdijk, the largest collection in all of Holland.

Step back in time on a guided walking tour of medieval Bruges, then embark on a canal cruise.

Relax as you’re transported through Holland and Belgium on a 7-night cruise.

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Enjoy unlimited wine every evening with dinner.

Begin your journey with a welcome reception and dinner in Amsterdam.

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Cabins are available on Lower ( Haydn),Middle (Strauss) and Upper (Mozart) decks. Please note that river cruises are smaller ships and only have finite number of each cabin category available. Specific categories are available on a first come first basis. Every effort will be made to accomodate your cabin choice at time of booking, however if that cabin category is o longer available, the closest available category will be offered. Please inquire through our Client care center for any upgrade fees which will apply for different cabin category. Suites (Amadeus suites) and singles are very limited and available on a first come first basis.

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This afternoon, it’s your choice! Discover the charming canals, medieval architecture, rich history of Delft on a walking tour, and afterwards, enjoy free time to explore on your own. -OR- Take a walking tour of the Hague and see the historic Binnenhof, the Peace Palace, and more before enjoying free time in this iconic city.

Hotel-Maritim Hotel Amsterdam

Make your way from Middelburg across the storm surge barrier where a guide will stop to share the history about The Floods of 1953. Here, you’ll take time to immerse yourself in a pre-museum lesson about the Deltawerken and how each part makes up Netherland’s largest flood defense system. Arrive at the Watersnoodmuseum (Flood Museum) for a guided tour where you’ll see in-depth before and after photos of the events. End your visit with some free time to walk the museum while reflecting on your new knowledge of the past.

Art lovers will find a wide range of works to peruse at the Kröller Müller Museum. Boasting the world’s second largest Van Gogh collection, you’ll see famous works like Café Terrace at Night among many others. In addition to Van Gogh artwork, the museum also features works by contemporaries of his time like Claude Monet, Georges-Pierre Seurat, and Pablo Picasso; as well as a modern sculpture garden with a seasonal art rotation on its sprawling 60-acre grounds.

Drive through the city of Arnhem, best known for the WWII operation "Market Garden." The British First Airborne Division was given the task of securing the main bridge in Arnhem in order to help Allied troops advance into Northern Germany. Drive past the landmarks from this famous battle, continuing on to the Airborne Museum in Oosterbeek. The museum contains numerous displays and exhibits, which recount in detail the events of the battle including an impressive collection of weapons, uniforms and documents from the battle and the period.

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Celebrate spring in the Netherlands and Belgium when the Keukenhof Gardens and Floralia come alive. Experience Amsterdam's colorful canals, the whimsical Kinderdijk windmills and the art of Rubens and Michelangelo. Discover the timeless traditions of Delft porcelain and revel in the medieval architectural treasures of Bruges, Middelburg and Ghent. Throughout your journey indulge in Belgian chocolates, warm waffles and delicious cheeses—all while savoring the storybook atmosphere of the region.

Arrive: Amsterdam, The Netherlands

Depart: Amsterdam, The Netherlands

• Experience spring in full bloom as you explore the Netherlands and Belgium
• Enjoy the ship's wonderful on-board amenities
• Savor local specialties including delicious cheeses, warm waffles, and Belgian chocolates

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• Most staterooms offer French balconies or revolutionary Twin Balconies
• State-of-the-art Infotainment System in all staterooms featuring free high-speed Internet access, hit Hollywood movies, extensive music library and English language TV stations
• Complimentary Wi-Fi access on board
• Terry cloth bathrobes and white-on-white plush bedding in all staterooms
• Gourmet dining with all meals included during your cruise
• Every lunch and dinner on board includes free-flowing regional wines as well as complimentary beer and soft drinks. In Europe, complimentary sparkling wine is also served with breakfast. Bottled water, specialty teas and coffees are always available free of charge
• Bottled water in every stateroom replenished daily
• Cocktail Reception, Welcome Dinner and Captain's Gala Dinner
• Special highlights including onboard music performances and piano music
• Bicycles to explore on your own and guided bicycle tours
• Services of professional Cruise Manager

Not Included

• Travel to and from the arrival and departure location as indicated in Detailed Itinerary
• Additional hotel nights outside the trip's scheduled dates
• Optional gratuities to guides or staff
• Optional travel insurance
• Other expenses of a personal nature such as laundry
• Any activity described as an upgrade or optional

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Days 1-8 (8 nights)

What the Trip is Like

This cruise is rated Level 1, Easiest, and is appropriate for anyone in good health who is physically active. Daily shore excursions require a moderate amount of walking, often along uneven cobblestone streets and up and down stairs. To better accommodate guests and their individual fitness levels, AMA Waterways programs provide several levels of walking tours whenever possible: "Gentle Walkers" are designed for slower walkers to enjoy the tour in a relaxed manner, "Active Walkers" enjoy the tours at a normal pace, and there is also a "Late Starters" group offered to guests who prefer to sleep in.

Staterooms range from 160-350 square feet (depending on category), and typical hotel room amenities include hair dryer, bathrobe, television, and mini-safe. Every stateroom has individually controlled air conditioning, internet access, wi-fi (free throughout the ship!) and a movie-on-demand system that offers a variety of English language channels, films and music options. Most staterooms have balconies, either walk-on or French, but lower categories just have fixed windows or portholes.

AMA is known for its efforts to bring in regional cuisine, which is always fun as you explore new countries and cultures. Breakfast and lunch are served buffet-style with made-to-order specialties. Dinner is multi-course. Every lunch and dinner includes free-flowing regional wines as well as complimentary beer and soft drinks. Bottled water, specialty teas, and coffees are always available free of charge. All ships have an open seating policy in the main restaurant to encourage you to meet your fellow travelers.

On Board AMA Riverboats

AMA Waterways specializes in high-end river journeys that navigate some of Europe's most famous waterways. Their ships accommodate approximately 150 passengers in comfortable staterooms, all with scenic views. While this might sound like a lot of travelers compared to Wilderness Travel's traditional small group trips, it's a modest number of passengers in the cruise ship world and there are a number of comfortable lounges, dining rooms, bars, and sitting areas on board for you to find a perfect spot to socialize or quietly relax, depending on your mood.

There is a warm and welcoming feel to all AMA cruises. From the moment you step onboard, you will be welcomed by crew, staff, and leaders who are friendly, professional and English speaking. There is a high staff to guest ratio (1:3) that assures a feeling of being well-taken-care-of at all times. Your fellow passengers will come from a variety of English-speaking countries and guests tend to mingle freely. No need to bring fancy clothes as the atmosphere onboard is casual, although guests do tend to dress up for the Captain's dinner.

Daily shore excursions are included in the cost of the cruise, along with free time to explore on your own. Each tour is led by a qualified, local guide. At many stops, you'll be free to choose from one of several options. Complimentary headset systems ensure that you hear every word of your tour. AMA ships carry more than two dozen bicycles and helmets, free of charge, for your use should you want to venture into the countryside.

There is a reception desk onboard that is open 24 hours a day with somebody available to help you, should you need it. All announcements and lectures will be presented in English as the clientele is mainly North American, Australian, and European. All AMA cruises prohibit smoking inside their ships. Smoking is only permitted outside on the sun deck.

Electricity on board all ships is 220v, with 2-pin power outlets. You will need an adapter, and/or converter depending on which electrical appliances you bring with you. There are no medical facilities on board although if medical services are needed, they can easily be called from shore. Laundry services are available for a fee.

All ships are equipped with either a whirlpool or a small, heated swimming pool. If you think you might want to use this, be sure to pack a swimsuit!

Tips are not included in the price of the cruise, and are entirely at your discretion. The recommended rate suggested is 3 Euros per passenger per day to the Cruise Manager and 12 Euros per passenger per day to the crew, which will be divided up and distributed. You can use your credit card for this expense. It is also customary to acknowledge a particularly good performance of a local guide by leaving a tip of 1-2 Euros per tour.

Wilderness Travel enjoys partnering with AMA Waterways because they offer a high quality product with thoughtfully planned itineraries, allowing travelers to experience Europe's most glorious architecture, medieval castles, historic villages, and idyllic countryside with minimal effort. Since these trips are relatively short, you may consider this as part of a longer, European adventure!

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Embark on an 8-day/7-night spellbinding river cruise through Holland and Belgium, brought to you by Adventures by Disney . This Small Ship Adventure takes you on a journey through a rich tapestry of art, engineering marvels, and culinary delights. Glide along the historic waterways and canals, integral to the heritage of the Dutch and Belgian people. Indulge in the renowned local specialties, including Belgian chocolates, world-class beers, delectable stroopwafels, and the famous Dutch cheeses that have captivated taste buds globally. Along the way, be enthralled by the iconic landmarks including picturesque windmills, majestic castles, and museums brimming with history and art.

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Gravensteen Castle Delve into a dark medieval past as you explore this imposing structure that offers a stunning panoramic view at the top.

Kinderdijk Enjoy a half-day tour—on foot and canal boat—of this 18th-century village and UNESCO World Heritage Site that is home to 19 magnificent windmills, one of which you will have the opportunity to visit.

Belgium Chocolate Tour & Candy Making Delight in the decadence of delicious Belgium chocolate as you learn of its importance to the city, then get a hands-on lesson creating candies of your own.

Museum Speelklok Visit this magical musical museum featuring self-playing instruments, while learning to appreciate the complex bell melodies that ring out from church towers throughout the region.

Royal Delft Factory Tour & Workshop Marvel at the artistry of the Royal Delft Factory, which has been creating its iconic hand-decorated, blue and white pottery for over 400 years—and decorate a tile of your own to take home with you.

Plantin-Moretus Museum & Printing Workshop Visit this spectacular printing museum and workshop—the first UNESCO World Heritage Site museum—where you’ll hear stories of the art of printing and then create a print of your own to keep as a souvenir.

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Amsterdam to slash river cruise stays in over-tourism drive.

Amsterdam is planning to slash the number of river boat cruises coming to the city as one of “a hundred” measures the city is taking to reduce over-tourism.

Some 2,300 cruise ships moored on the city waterfront last year but by 2028, the city wants to reduce that to 1150, a measure that would cut tourist numbers by 271,000 and hit the region’s economy to the tune of €73.5 million a year.

The problems caused by the cruises are particularly acute during the spring bulb season when 1,000 river boats anchor in the capital, city finance chief Hester van Buren said. “We have a commitment to keep tourist numbers under 20 million a year.”

“I am not saying this is going to solve the problem of too many tourists,” Van Buren said at Wednesday’s presentation of the plans, when asked if the plan would unfairly impact on elderly tourists who don’t cause trouble.

“But we are not going to divide tourists up into good and bad. This is one of a string of measures to reduce the number of tourists in total. It is about the overcrowding and the coaches parked all over the pavements.”

Research carried out on behalf of the city also shows the measure will lead to almost 200,000 fewer nights being spent in the city’s hotels and cut the number of journeys by coach by 64,400 kilometres.

Hotel owners point out, however, that they will be forced to look for alternative holidaymakers to fill their vacancies instead.

“We don’t take bus tours in general, but we do a lot with river cruises,” said Remco Groenhuijzen, the general manager of the city centre Movenpick hotel. “But we will need to fill the empty rooms. This policy has symbolic value only. It does not solve anything.”

The city has recently launched the second phase of its “stay away” campaign in an effort to cut the number of budget tourists coming to the city to smoke weed and have a good time.

It has hiked tourist taxes to some of the highest levels in the world and research on the impact of ocean-going cruises will also be published before summer with a view to making cuts there too.

“Over tourism is a worldwide problem, and tourists don’t like it when places are so full either,” said Van Buren. “But we can’t simply put a fence around Amsterdam.”

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Backroads Announces New 2025 Family Trips in Scotland & England, Croatia & Slovenia, the Netherlands & Belgium and along the Camino de Santiago

Backroads , the leader in active travel, today announced new 2025 Multi-Adventure Trips for families in the Netherlands & Belgium, Scotland & England, Croatia & Slovenia and along the Camino de Santiago. Also debuting next year is the company’s first North American Snow Adventure for Families with Young Adults 20s & Beyond, a growing demographic in family adventure travel.

Backroads’ expertise in designing and delivering one-of-a-kind family adventures has been honed over three decades in more than 45 countries with thousands of family departures. In 2018, Backroads reimagined small group travel for active families when it introduced trips for three distinct age groups: Families with Teens & Kids (for ages 9–17; ages 4+ welcome); Families with Older Teens & 20s (for ages 17+; younger siblings 14+ welcome); and Families with Young Adults 20s & Beyond (for ages 20+; younger siblings 17+ welcome). With three options and a dedicated Kids Adventure Leader for the youngest children, Backroads gives families with kids of similar ages the chance to enjoy adventures perfectly suited to their stage in life. It continues to be the only company catering to families according to the age of their children.

Underneath the Backroads umbrella of family travel, multigenerational groups continue to be a high-growth area, and the company expects its Private Trips to be especially popular with these families. With hundreds of dates and itineraries recently opened for sale, Backroads is prepared for a busy 2024-2025 family travel season.

Backroads New 2025 Family Trips Available for Immediate Booking  

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“Some of my favorite memories are from summer vacations spent with my wife, Liz, and our three children,” said Tom Hale, Backroads Founder, President and CEO. “Having the freedom to step out of our usual routines and familiar roles opens up amazing opportunities for deeper connections and new ways to have fun together. Now’s a great time for families to decide where they want to go for summer vacation. Personally, I’m very excited about these new trips we’re rolling out. Then again, I’m excited about our entire collection of Backroads Family Trips for 2024 and 2025, but some might say I’m a little biased.”

For a complete collection of Backroads Family Trips and for more information, visit our website or call 800-462-2848.

ABOUT BACKROADS

Backroads was founded in 1979 by Tom Hale and has been a leading innovator in active and adventure travel for 45 years. Guests join Backroads to bike, hike and so much more—on expertly planned active adventures highlighting the unique character of each destination. The company offers multiple ways to go active: Biking, Walking & Hiking and Multi-Adventure tours; Private Trips, Women’s Adventures and Family Trips designed for three distinct age groups: Families with Teens & Kids (for ages 9–17; ages 4+ welcome); Families with Older Teens & 20s (for ages 17+; younger siblings 14+ welcome); and Families with Young Adults 20s & Beyond (for ages 20+; younger siblings 17+ welcome), plus Active Ocean & River Cruises and Dolce Tempo trips for travel at a more relaxed pace but still decidedly active. Backroads also offers Safari, Culinary and Snow Adventures. Repeat guests and referrals from past guests make up many of the travelers that Backroads hosts each year in hundreds of locations across the globe. For more information, please visit backroads.com or call 800-462-2848.

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