8 day River Cruise Amsterdam to Brussels
Cruise WXA
From
£2,231 pp
Cruise only
Departing 12 April 2020
From
£2,758 pp
Cruise with flights & transfers
From London Heathrow
If you’ve dreamed of a view filled with windmills and blooming fields of color in Holland and Belgium, it all comes true on your European river cruise from Amsterdam to Brussels! Cruise on the Rhine River with a visit to Arnhem’s WWII Airborne Museum, and join your ship in Nijmegen and visit the lovely forest setting of ‘s-Hertogenbosch to sample decadent Dutch chocolate desserts. You may alternatively visit a fruit and flower farm to meet with the miller there to hear the history of a 15th-century windmill. A carriage ride takes you through the nearby nature reserve to watch for herons, storks, birds of prey, and wild horses. If you prefer, take a guided bike ride along the Rhine River banks of Arnhem. In Maastricht, choose a sightseeing tour of the old cobblestoned university town.
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 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. Memories of Holland and Belgium will bloom in your memory for seasons to come!
If you’ve dreamed of a view filled with windmills and blooming fields of color in Holland and Belgium, it all comes true on your European river cruise from Amsterdam to Brussels! Cruise on the Rhine River with a visit to Arnhem’s WWII Airborne Museum, and join your ship in Nijmegen and visit the lovely forest setting of ‘s-Hertogenbosch to sample decadent Dutch chocolate desserts. You may alternatively visit a fruit and flower farm to meet with the miller there to hear the history of a 15th-century windmill. A carriage ride takes you through the nearby nature reserve to watch for herons, storks, birds of prey, and wild horses. If you prefer, take a guided bike ride along the Rhine River banks of Arnhem. In Maastricht, choose a sightseeing tour of the old cobblestoned university town.
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 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. Memories of Holland and Belgium will bloom in your memory for seasons to come!
Avalon has designed included activities with a choice of experiences. We invite you to select the tours, activities, and events that interest you most, so you can experience your cruise your way. There are three types of included shore excursion on every Europe cruise:
Classic
Your local expert is ready to guide you through the history and heritage of local destinations. You’ll marvel at the legends, lore, and spectacular architecture of iconic and historic sites.
Active
Embark on energetic excursions to keep you in motion and on the go - from a guided jogging tour of Amsterdam, to biking, paddling, and hiking your way through scenic locales.
Discovery
We’ve found inspiring and interactive activities to speak to your interests - from cooking classes, to painting workshops - to immerse yourself in each culture you explore.
Embark on energetic excursions to keep you in motion and on the go - from a guided jogging tour of Amsterdam, to biking, paddling, and hiking your way through scenic locales.
We’ve found inspiring and interactive activities to speak to your interests - from cooking classes, to painting workshops - to immerse yourself in each culture you explore.
Day 1 AMSTERDAM, HOLLAND (EMBARKATION)
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.
During tulip season, 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. Outside of tulip season, join a Guided Optional Excursion to Zaanse Schans to see historic windmills and charming Dutch houses.
EVENING/OVERNIGHT CRUISE TO ARNHEM
Day 2 ARNHEM-NIJMEGEN
A Duke’s Forest and a Dutch Treat
Classic
Your local expert is ready to guide you through the history and heritage of local destinations. You’ll marvel at the legends, lore, and spectacular architecture of iconic and historic sites.
Join a Guided Tour of the Airborne Museum of Hartenstein commemorating the 1944 WWII Battle of Arnhem, OR:
Active
Embark on energetic excursions to keep you in motion and on the go - from a guided jogging tour of Amsterdam, to biking, paddling, and hiking your way through scenic locales.
Join a Biking Tour on the Hoge Veluwe National Park and admire its diversity of scenery, from dense forests to high sand dune.
Join your ship in Nijmegen and enjoy lunch onboard.
Classic
Your local expert is ready to guide you through the history and heritage of local destinations. You’ll marvel at the legends, lore, and spectacular architecture of iconic and historic sites.
Join a Guided Excursion to‘s-Hertogenbosch (meaning the Duke’s Forest). Sample a Bossche Bol—a decadent cream puff covered in Dutch chocolate, OR:
Discovery
We’ve found inspiring and interactive activities to speak to your interests - from cooking classes, to painting workshops - to immerse yourself in each culture you explore.
Visit a windmill and family-operated fruit and flower farm. Hear the history of a 15th century windmill with a local flour miller. Then enjoy a carriage ride through the Ooijipolder nature reserve-home to herons, storks, birds of prey, and wild horses.
Sail out this evening for Venlo while dining on board.
AFTERNOON/EVENING CRUISE TO VENLO
Day 3 MAASTRICHT
Dutch History, Modern Spirit, and Fresh Pie
Enjoy an early morning sailing to Maastricht.
Classic
Your local expert is ready to guide you through the history and heritage of local destinations. You’ll marvel at the legends, lore, and spectacular architecture of iconic and historic sites.
Discover this vibrant university town with its lovely cathedrals, old houses, and buildings, and impressively cobblestoned town center,
Later, enjoy live entertainment on board.
OVERNIGHT CRUISE TO NAMUR
Day 4 NAMUR, BELGIUM
Ancient Architecture and Charming Cafés
Classic
Your local expert is ready to guide you through the history and heritage of local destinations. You’ll marvel at the legends, lore, and spectacular architecture of iconic and historic sites.
Join a Guided Sightseeing Tour of the picturesque old-town, fortress citadel, and medieval architecture.
OVERNIGHT DOCKING IN NAMUR
Day 5 LIÈGE
Historic Wonders and Wonderful Waffles
Classic
Your local expert is ready to guide you through the history and heritage of local destinations. You’ll marvel at the legends, lore, and spectacular architecture of iconic and historic sites.
Join a Guided Sightseeing Tour of the “Fiery City” of Liège with its beautiful ancient quarters, peculiar alleys, and romantic streets. Don’t miss sampling authentically sweet Liège Waffles.
EVENING/OVERNIGHT CRUISE TO ANTWERP
Day 6 ANTWERP
A Grand Gothic Cathedral in Artful Antwerp
Classic
Your local expert is ready to guide you through the history and heritage of local destinations. You’ll marvel at the legends, lore, and spectacular architecture of iconic and historic sites.
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.
OVERNIGHT DOCKING IN BRUSSELS
Day 7 BRUSSELS
Ancient Landmarks and New Finds
Classic
Your local expert is ready to guide you through the history and heritage of local destinations. You’ll marvel at the legends, lore, and spectacular architecture of iconic and historic sites.
Join a Guided Tour of Brussels, see the Town Hall with its landmark buildings and discover the many local bars, cafés and shops of the Lower Town Streets, OR:
Discovery
We’ve found inspiring and interactive activities to speak to your interests - from cooking classes, to painting workshops - to immerse yourself in each culture you explore.
See the major highlights of Brussels and join a do-it-yourself chocolate workshop for a fun and interactive experience.
The afternoon is free to explore Brussels at your pace
OVERNIGHT DOCKING IN BRUSSELS
Day 8 BRUSSELS (DISEMBARKATION)
Your cruise ends with breakfast this morning.
Start sooner, stay longer. Start your vacation earlier or stay longer with destination options before or after your Avalon cruise.
9 day River Cruise Amsterdam to Brussels
From
£2,693 pp
Cruise only
From
£3,308 pp
Cruise with flights
From £2,231 pp
Prefer to book your own flights and transfers? You have the freedom to do that with our Cruise Only holiday option.
From £2,758 pp
Let us take care of everything. Our package option includes private home pick-up to your chosen airport, return flights, and overseas transfers to your ship.
Sunset in Ghent
Blue skies in Antwerp
Tulips in full bloom
One of 2016's two new additions to the youngest fleet on Europe's waterways, the Imagery II accommodates 128 passengers and continues all of Avalon's excellent Suite Ship traditions. Choose from two full decks of Panorama Suites, featuring wall-to-wall panoramic windows that transform the living space into a unique open-air balcony. Wake each morning with a view of the splendid passing scenery. Onboard amenities include complimentary Wi-Fi access, an expanded fitness centre, hair salon, an elevator, alternative light dining options in the Panorama Bistro or al fresco grill lunch at the Sky Bistro, and an expansive Sky Deck with whirlpool, premium lounge chairs, a shade system and deck games.
If you want to book more than 2 people or single occupancy call us on 0330 058 8243
See our itinerary
Deluxe Stateroom (E)
Indigo Deck Forward (172sq ft)
Deluxe Stateroom (D)
Indigo Deck Aft (172sq ft)
Panorama Suite (B) with floor-to-ceiling windows
Sapphire Deck Aft (200sq ft)
Panorama Suite (A) with floor-to-ceiling windows
Sapphire Deck Forward (200sq ft)
Panorama Suite (P) with floor-to-ceiling windows
Royal Deck (200sq ft)
Royal Suite (S) with floor-to-ceiling windows
Royal Deck (300sq ft)
12 Apr 2020
26 Apr 2020
10 May 2020
Deluxe Stateroom (E)
Indigo Deck Forward (172sq ft)
Cruise only
Cruise with flights & transfers
£ 2,609pp
Total: £ 5,218
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Deluxe Stateroom (D)
Indigo Deck Aft (172sq ft)
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Cruise with flights & transfers
£ 2,758pp
Total: £ 5,516
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Panorama Suite (B) with floor-to-ceiling windows
Sapphire Deck Aft (200sq ft)
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Cruise with flights & transfers
£ 3,459pp
Total: £ 6,918
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Panorama Suite (A) with floor-to-ceiling windows
Sapphire Deck Forward (200sq ft)
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£ 3,509pp
Total: £ 7,018
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Panorama Suite (P) with floor-to-ceiling windows
Royal Deck (200sq ft)
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£ 3,608pp
Total: £ 7,215
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Royal Suite (S) with floor-to-ceiling windows
Royal Deck (300sq ft)
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£ 00pp
Total: £ 00
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Deluxe Stateroom (E)
Indigo Deck Forward (172sq ft)
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£ 2,795pp
Total: £ 5,589
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£ 00pp
Total: £ 00
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Panorama Suite (B) with floor-to-ceiling windows
Sapphire Deck Aft (200sq ft)
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£ 3,644pp
Total: £ 7,288
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Panorama Suite (A) with floor-to-ceiling windows
Sapphire Deck Forward (200sq ft)
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£ 3,694pp
Total: £ 7,388
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Panorama Suite (P) with floor-to-ceiling windows
Royal Deck (200sq ft)
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£ 3,793pp
Total: £ 7,586
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Royal Suite (S) with floor-to-ceiling windows
Royal Deck (300sq ft)
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£ 00pp
Total: £ 00
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Deluxe Stateroom (E)
Indigo Deck Forward (172sq ft)
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£ 2,809pp
Total: £ 5,617
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Deluxe Stateroom (D)
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£ 00pp
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Panorama Suite (B) with floor-to-ceiling windows
Sapphire Deck Aft (200sq ft)
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£ 3,658pp
Total: £ 7,316
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Panorama Suite (A) with floor-to-ceiling windows
Sapphire Deck Forward (200sq ft)
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£ 3,708pp
Total: £ 7,416
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Panorama Suite (P) with floor-to-ceiling windows
Royal Deck (200sq ft)
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£ 3,807pp
Total: £ 7,614
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£ 00pp
Total: £ 00
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