Itinerary
- Day 1
Brussels
You'll arrive at Brussels Airport and connect with your Uniworld representative for the transfer to the S.S. Victoria. Once on board, settle into your riverview stateroom and get comfortable on the ship. This evening you can unwind after traveling and prepare for a week exploring Christmas markets across Belgium, the Netherlands, and Germany.
- Day 2
Bruges or Ghent
Pick between two options for the day. Bruges offers one of Europe's best-preserved medieval towns with cobblestone streets and historic architecture, while Ghent brings together medieval buildings with a contemporary vibe. Whichever you choose includes a walking tour and time to wander through the Christmas market setup. Both cities have that festive holiday feeling starting to build.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Optional Activities
- Bruges Walking Tour with Christmas Market
- Ghent Walking Tour with Christmas Market
Landmarks/POIs Bruges Ghent 
- Day 3
Antwerp
Head to Antwerp, Belgium's largest port city, which has a reputation for diamonds, art galleries, and fashion. You'll have two optional excursions to select from here. One takes you to the Nottebohm Room for cultural insights, or try Chocolate Nation to learn about the city's chocolate heritage and traditions. Either way, there's plenty to see in the historic center.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Optional Activities
- The Nottebohm Room
- Chocolate Nation
Landmarks/POIs Antwerp 
- Day 4
Hasselt and Liège
Start in Hasselt, a largely car-free town where you can walk through cafes and local shops at your own pace. After that, head to the Christmas Market in nearby Liege for the festive atmosphere and holiday shopping. Both activities are included, so you'll spend the day moving between these two charming Belgian spots.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Hasselt Walking Tour
- Liège Christmas Market
Landmarks/POIs Hasselt Liège - Day 5
Maastricht and Aachen or Caves
Travel to Maastricht in the Netherlands, a romantic city with historic streets worth exploring. You'll take a walking tour through the center and have an evening outing to see the Christmas lights. Later, decide between two options: visit Aachen's famous Christmas Market just across the border in Germany, or explore the unique Christmas in the Caves experience. Both offer something different for your evening.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Maastricht Walking Tour
- Nights Out: Maastricht Christmas Lights
Optional Activities
- Aachen Christmas Market
- Christmas in the Caves
Landmarks/POIs Maastricht Aachen 
- Day 6
Antwerp
Return to Antwerp and see how the city blends its medieval buildings with modern architecture. The included Antwerp Walking Tour comes with a private Christmas concert, so that's a nice addition to the day. The Christmas Market is there if you want to explore on your own, though note it won't be operating during the December 2 sailing.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Antwerp Walking Tour with Private Christmas Concert
Landmarks/POIs Antwerp - Day 7
Brussels
Spend your last day in Brussels taking in the capital's historic architecture and holiday decorations throughout the city. The Brussels Christmas Market is included in your itinerary. Choose between a city tour with chocolate treats tasting or a walking tour paired with a visit to the Belgian Beer Museum. Either option gives you a nice way to finish the trip before heading home.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Brussels Christmas Market
Optional Activities
- Brussels City Tour with Chocolate Treats
- Brussels Walking Tour with Belgian Beer Museum
Landmarks/POIs Brussels - Day 8
Brussels Departure
Your week on the water ends here. Disembark the S.S. Victoria and transfer to Brussels Airport for your flight home. You'll head back with memories from Christmas markets and medieval towns across three countries.
- Meals
- Breakfast
