Itinerary
- Day 1
Amsterdam
You'll arrive in Amsterdam and board your luxury cruise ship where you'll meet other guests at a welcome reception this evening, setting the stage for your journey through the Netherlands and Belgium.
Landmarks Amsterdam Canal System 
- Day 2
Dordrecht
The ship docks early in Dordrecht, one of Holland's oldest cities with roots going back to the 11th century. You can choose between a walking tour of the city itself, a pottery excursion to Delft, a visit to the UNESCO windmills at Kinderdijk, or head to the traditional cheese market in Gouda.
Optional Activities
- Walking tour of Dordrecht including Groothoofd Quay, Grote Kerk (Great Church) and Old Water Tower
- Excursion to Delft to visit the only remaining 17th-century pottery factory
- Excursion to Kinderdijk to see World Heritage listed windmills
- Gouda Cheese Markets with local guide and visit to historic cheese market
Landmarks Dordrecht Historic Centre Grote Kerk Kinderdijk Windmills Delft Gouda 
- Day 3
Bruinisse
You dock in Bruinisse, a mussel fishing village that serves as a gateway to Veere, a 13th-century town. Choose a guided tour of Veere's port and historic landmarks or visit Delta Works, an engineering project. Back on board, you'll have a farm-to-table oyster experience for dinner.
- Meals
- Lunch (Locally grown oysters in farm-to-table experience with shellfish from North Sea)
Included Activities
- Farm-to-table oyster tasting with shellfish from the North Sea
Optional Activities
- Guided tour of Veere including port area, Scottish merchant houses, impressive church and 15th-century town hall
- Delta Works visit to see system of dams, locks and levees
Landmarks Veere Delta Works - Day 4
Antwerp
The ship crosses into Belgium and docks in Antwerp, one of the world's major seaports. You can explore Belgium's second city with a walking tour of the diamond district, join a beer and chocolate tasting, or take a guided trip to the historic city of Ghent.
Optional Activities
- Walking tour of Antwerp including Cathedral of Our Lady, Steen Castle and main square
- Craft Beer & Chocolate pairing experience
- Excursion to Ghent with local guide to explore medieval buildings, charming canals and cultural hotspots
Landmarks Cathedral of Our Lady Steen Castle Ghent 
- Day 5
Arnhem
After lunch, you arrive in Arnhem. This evening, there's an on-board lecture about the Netherlands' famous tulips. During the day, you can visit the Airborne Museum, the Netherlands Open Air Museum, or the Palais Het Loo royal estate.
Included Activities
- On board lecture about Dutch tulips and their cultivation
Optional Activities
- Arnhem Airborne Museum visit to learn about the Battle of Arnhem
- Netherlands Open Air Museum guided tour of 44-hectare outdoor museum with replicas of historic houses, mills and farmhouses
- Palais Het Loo visit to see royal family's summer home and art collection
Landmarks Airborne Museum Netherlands Open Air Museum Palais Het Loo - Day 6
Hoorn
You'll spend the morning in Hoorn, a historic port from the Dutch East India Company days. Options include a walking tour with local tastings, a cheese farm visit to see traditional cheesemaking, a Dutch apple pie class, or a cycling tour. The afternoon is yours to relax as the ship cruises toward Amsterdam, with spa services available.
Included Activities
- Scenic Enrich - Fabrique des Lumières exclusive after-hours visit with champagne and immersive digital art installation
Optional Activities
- Walking tour of Hoorn with local guide and sampling of local delicacies such as fish and cheese
- Cheese farm tour to learn tradition of cheesemaking and meet local producer
- Ancestry of the Kitchen - traditional Dutch apple pie making class with local cook
- Cycling tour of Hoorn including Oosterkerk and Ijssel Lake dyke
- Massage service (additional cost)
- Salt Therapy Lounge access
Landmarks Hoorn Binnenhaven Oosterkerk Fabrique des Lumières - Day 7
Keukenhof Gardens
You'll visit Keukenhof Gardens to see over seven million tulips from 800 varieties in artistic displays. Later, return to Amsterdam for the afternoon where you can cruise the canals, rent a bike, visit the Rijksmuseum, or see Anne Frank's House at your own pace.
Included Activities
- Excursion to Keukenhof Gardens to see tulip display with seven million tulips from 800 varieties
Optional Activities
- Rijksmuseum visit to see masterpieces by Rembrandt, Vermeer and Van Gogh
- Anne Frank's House visit
- Canal cruising
- Cycling tour
Landmarks Keukenhof Gardens Rijksmuseum Anne Frank's House 
- Day 8
Bruges
You disembark from the cruise ship and transfer by coach to Bruges, the historic Flemish city founded in the 9th century. Check into your hotel in the city centre and settle in for the evening.
Landmarks Bruges Medieval Centre 
- Day 9
Bruges
Join a guided walking tour through Bruges' medieval centre, wandering down cobbled streets and through town squares. You'll see the Belfry of Bruges and learn about the city's history. Dinner this evening features traditional Flemish cuisine.
- Meals
- Dinner (Flemish cuisine)
Included Activities
- Walking tour of Bruges medieval centre with local guide including Belfry of Bruges
- Included dinner featuring Flemish cuisine
Landmarks Belfry of Bruges - Day 10
Bruges
You have options for the day including a scenic canal cruise or a beer and chocolate tasting. The afternoon is free to climb the Belfry Tower on your own, try Belgian waffles, or just wander around exploring whatever interests you.
Optional Activities
- Canal Cruise through Bruges canals with views of medieval architecture and swans
- Beer & Chocolate tasting with local guide and city history
- Climb 366 steps of Belfry Tower for city views
- Belgian waffles at nearby eatery
Landmarks Bruges Canals - Day 11
Bruges to Brussels
After breakfast, you'll transfer by coach to Brussels Airport for your flight home, carrying memories from your time exploring the Netherlands and Belgium.
- Meals
- Breakfast
