Holland & Belgium
| Resort: | Holland & Belgium |
| Operator: | Viking River Cruises |
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| Price From: | £2795.00 |
OverviewExplore the Low CountriesSet sail on our 10-day itinerary through the inland waterways of the Low CountriesHolland and Belgium. Enjoy scenic cruising through the vast network of canals and rivers, with stops in key cities that allow you to soak up Dutch and Flemish culture and immerse yourself in their history. Cycle through tulip fields or stroll the renowned Keukenhof Gardens. See the windmills of Kinderdijk, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, and fascinating Rotterdam, one of Europes most dynamic cities. Finish your cruise with an overnight stay in Europes diamond capital, Antwerp. ItineraryDay 1 Amsterdam, The NetherlandsCapital of The Netherlands, Amsterdam is renowned for its museums, colorful gardens, abundance of bicycles and endless lattice of canals. Day 2 Amsterdam, The NetherlandsThe Dutch Golden Ages legacy lives on in gilded manses that line Amsterdams canals and in the lush paintings that adorn the Rijksmuseum. Day 3 Haarlem, The NetherlandsA bustling metropolitan city of fine cafs, grand museums and canals amid cobblestone streets lined with historic buildings. Day 4 Hoorn, The NetherlandsFounded in 1300, Hoorn was named for its horn-shaped harbor along the Ijsselmeer, the artificial lake created by massive dams. Day 5 Rotterdam, The NetherlandsRotterdam, at the heart of a maze of rivers and artificial waterways, is considered the worlds largest port. Day 6 Kinderdijk, The NetherlandsThe South Holland village community of Kinderdijk includes a set of 19 windmills and other ingenious technologies built in the 18th century to control flooding. Day 7 Nijmegen, The NetherlandsThis 2,000-year-old city is home to Europes busiest waterway, the Waal River, and has transitioned from a Roman military camp to a thriving modern municipality. Day 8 Maastricht, The NetherlandsBordered by Belgium and Germany, Maastricht has been influenced by its neighbors, resulting in the rich pan-European character that it reflects today. Day 9 Antwerp, BelgiumAntwerps Cathedral of Our Lady, Belgiums largest Gothic church, is a masterpiece of murals and stained glass. Day 10 Antwerp, BelgiumBelgiums second city, Antwerp is brimming with character and charm. |
