Overview
On to Belgium for a sightseeing tour of medieval Namur and free time to browse its ancient architecture, charming cafes, and bookshops. In Liège, see the ancient quarters of the “Fiery City” as well as its romantic...read more streets, steps, and tiny alleyways. Next, you’ll explore the city of Antwerp—birthplace of the master painter Pieter Paul Rubens. Stroll its cobbled lanes amid 16th-century guildhall houses and the cathedral’s stunning altarpiece paintings by the famous artist on your guided tour of the diamond capital. In Brussels, you’ll find landmark buildings of Town Hall with a collection of cafes and shops on the Lower Town streets on your guided tour. This river cruise through Holland and Belgium will bloom in your memory for seasons to come!
Itinerary
Welcome to Holland. Your Suite Ship is Ready for Boarding. Flights into Amsterdam must arrive by 2 pm. Guests must be on board ship by 5 pm. Your day in Amsterdam is free to explore at your leisure. You may take a Guided Optional Excursion to Keukenhof gardens - with more than seven million tulips, daffodils, and hyacinths, as well as other bulbs, planted each year.
EVENING/OVERNIGHT CRUISE TO NIJMEGEN (D)
Wildlife, WWII Valor, and Famous Mills
- Active: Explore the beautiful landscape of lush fields and blue water on a bike ride through The Ooijpolder Nature Reserve, OR:
- Discovery: Join a Guided Tour of Nijmegen - the oldest town in the Netherlands. Learn how this city was first built more than 2,000 years ago by the Romans and see the archaeological Roman - era ruins in the city that was also damaged in WWII, OR:
- Classic: Join a Guided Tour of the Airborne Museum of Hartenstein commemorating the 1944 WWII Battle of Arnhem.
EVENING/OVERNIGHT CRUISE TO MAASTRICH (B/L/D)
Dutch History, School Spirit and an Architectural Feast
Enjoy an early morning sailing to Maastricht.
- Active: Maastricht's charm awaits, Follow your Adventure Host for a walk in this lovely town, OR:
- Classic: Discover this vibrant university town with its lovely cathedrals, old houses, and historical buildings, and impressively cobblestoned town centre.
Later enjoy live entertainment on board.
OVERNIGHT CRUISE TO NAMUR (B/L/D)
Ancient Architecture and Charming Cafes
- Active: Explore Namur's countryside by bike with your Adventure Host, OR:
- Classic: Join a Guided Sightseeing Tour of the picturesque old-town, fortress citadel, and medieval architecture.
Take free time to stroll along Namur's cobblestone lanes and visit its charming cafes and bookshops.
OVERNIGHT CRUISE TO LIEGE (B/L/D)
Historic Wonders and Wonderful Waffles
- Classic: Join a Guided Sightseeing Tour of the "Fiery City" of Liege with its beautiful ancient quarters, peculiar alleys, and romantic streets. Don't miss sampling authentically sweet Liege Waffles.
EVENING/OVERNIGHT CRUISE TO ANTWERP (B/L/D)
A Rubenesque Cathedral in Artful Antwerp
Join your Adventure Host for today's special activities.
- Active: Explore Antwerp by bike with your Adventure Host, OR:
- Classic: Take a Guided Tour of this sophisticated city to visit the central Grote Markt, lined with 16th-century guildhall houses. You'll also see the beautiful city hall, the Cathedral of Our Lady with its stunning altarpiece paintings by Rubens.
Later, enjoy dinner and live entertainment.
OVERNIGHT CRUISE TO BRUSSELS (B/L/D)
Ancient Landmarks and New Haunts
- Active: See Brussel's Aquaculture farm on bike with your Adventure Host, OR:
- Discovery: Join a do-it-yourself chocolate workshop for a fun and interactive experience, OR:
- Classic: Join a Guided Tour of Brussels, see the Town Hall with its landmark buildings and discover the many local bars, cafes and shops of the Lower Town Streets.
The afternoon is free to explore Brussels at your pace.
OVERNIGHT DOCKING IN BRUSSELS (B/L/D)
Your cruise ends with breakfast this morning. (B)
Life Onboard Avalon Tranquility II
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