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7-day gourmet and cultural cruise between Belgium and the Netherlands

Main features
Boat type: river boat
Number of cabins: 43
Maximum capacity: 82 travelers
Crew members: 24

Cabins

Upper Deck - Double Cabin - Cat A
Capacity: 2 Berths maximum
Cabins with French balconies and panoramic sliding windows. Premium location cabins.
Upper Deck - Double Cabin - Cat B
Capacity: 2 Berths maximum
Cabins with French balconies and panoramic sliding windows. Cabins with an "intermediate" location.
Upper deck - People with reduced mobility - Cat B
Capacity: 2 Berths maximum
Cabins with French balconies and panoramic sliding windows. Cabins with an "intermediate" location.
Superior Deck - Single - Cat B
Capacity: 1 Berth maximum
Cabins with French balconies and panoramic sliding windows. Cabins with an "intermediate" location.
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NB : The pictures, information, and visuals presented are not contractually binding. The itinerary and program indicated may be modified without notice for technical reasons (captain's decision).

Itinerary

Brussels
Boarding at 6pm. Introduction to the crew and welcome cocktail.
Breakfast
Lunch
Diner
Brussels Antwerp
Morning optional excursions:

Authentic: Brussels, the must-sees. The tour of Belgium’s capital... more+ will begin with a panoramic drive to discover the city’s famous landmarks, such as the Royal Park of Laeken and the Atomium, built for the 1958 World Expo. You will then head to the historic center of Brussels, home to an exceptional architectural heritage that bears witness to the city’s great historical moments. The Grand Place, surrounded by guild houses, the Town Hall, and the King's House, is a UNESCO World Heritage Site. The beautifully decorated façades of the buildings offer a harmonious blend of Gothic, Classical, and Baroque styles. You will also admire the Royal Palace of Brussels, the working palace of the King, the Saint-Hubert Gallery, the Sablon district, and the famous Manneken Pis. Enjoy some free time to taste local specialties (chocolate, waffles, fries…)—a variety of flavors to delight your taste buds.

Experience: Brussels, the capital of comics. Did you know? Belgium has the highest number of comic book authors per square kilometer in the world. Brussels pays tribute to these icons with murals featuring beloved comic book characters and creators. Discover street art dedicated to Tintin, Gaston Lagaffe, Lucky Luke, Asterix, Corto Maltese, and many more. Spot additional references such as street name plaques and statues honoring the "ninth art." By the end of the tour, you’ll know everything about the history of comics. You will also visit the Belgian Comic Strip Center, a magical place where comics reign supreme. Located in the heart of Brussels, this must-see museum has been celebrating the ninth art for over 30 years.

Return on board. Afternoon navigation towards Antwerp. You will travel along the Brussels-Scheldt canal, also known as the Willebroek canal, one of the oldest navigable canals in Belgium and even in Europe. You will then reach the Scheldt River, which flows through three countries—France, Belgium, and the Netherlands—before emptying into the North Sea. Evening arrival in Antwerp. Overnight stop. 
Optional services: Discover Brussels: the capital of comics, Brussels guided tour: must-sees, more+
Breakfast
Lunch
Diner
Antwerp Ghent
Optional excursions:

Authentic: Antwerp, Het Steen Castle, and the historic heart. Overlooking... more+ the Scheldt, the city's oldest building, the magnificent medieval Het Steen Castle, was built between 1200 and 1225 to defend and protect the city from invaders. Now transformed into the "The Antwerp Story" museum, it offers a fascinating and original way to explore the city's history through its various rooms. As you journey through the centuries, you will discover anecdotes, hidden secrets, and iconic buildings that make up Antwerp’s heritage. The panoramic terrace provides a breathtaking view of the Scheldt, the city, and the port—the second-largest port in Europe. After this immersive introduction, the tour continues to the historic center and the Grand Place. The UNESCO-listed Renaissance-style Town Hall is undoubtedly the most remarkable building. The Grand Place is lined with numerous richly decorated guild houses adorned with statues. At its center stands the famous Brabo Fountain, and just a few steps away is the Cathedral of Our Lady of Antwerp, a Gothic architectural masterpiece, with its north tower and 123-meter-high spire that has dominated the skyline for over five centuries.

Experience: Antwerp, the Red Star Line Museum, and the Nottebohm Room. This morning, we will begin our exploration of Antwerp at the Grand Place, where elegant façades of historic residences line the square. We will pause in front of the Town Hall (exterior view), a building inspired by Italian Renaissance architecture. Then, we will visit the Hendrik Conscience Heritage Library, one of the most beautiful and prestigious libraries in Belgium. Here, you will discover the Nottebohm Room, one of Antwerp’s best-kept secrets. Located in the library’s oldest wing, it was designed in 1936 as a ceremonial hall. The tour will then continue with a visit to the Red Star Line Museum, which chronicles the great wave of emigration to the United States between 1850 and 1930.

We will return to the ship for lunch and continue our navigation towards Ghent. As we sail along the Scheldt, we will pass through vast salt marshes, followed by the great plain leading to the Terneuzen lock and the Ghent-Terneuzen canal. Arrival in Ghent in the evening. 
Optional services: Visit Het Steen Castle and the historic heart of Antwerp, Visit to the Red Star Line Museum and the Nottebohm Hall in Antwerp, more+
Breakfast
Lunch
Diner
Ghent Bruges Ghent
Optional authentic excursions/experiences: Morning: Ghent: Discover the highlights of East... more+ Flanders' largest city on this tour. Follow in the footsteps of Charles I of Spain and admire the monuments of one of Europe's best-preserved medieval cities. Ghent's city center is a pedestrian area that resembles an open-air museum, where typical Flemish architecture reveals an undeniable medieval heritage. Then, enjoy a beer tasting in a brewery. Ghent's city center once had a large number of breweries. Today, brewers seem to be rediscovering Ghent. The best known is Gruut, which produces its beer not with hops but with spices. Afternoon: Bruges. Departure by coach to Bruges. Its art collections, gentle way of life, romantic aura and architectural appeal are just some of the attractions of the little Venice of the North, the jewel of Flanders and an unmissable stop in Northern Europe. A wealthy maritime city in the 14th century, the city retains its rich and masterful architecture from this period, with its discreet and elegant finishes. Then, visit a brewery whose history began in 1856 and enjoy a tasting. Return on board. Free evening. 
Optional services: Excursion to Bruges, masterpiece of Flemish art and architecture: Venice of the North, Visit Ghent, the Flemish beauty, more+
Breakfast
Lunch
Diner
Ghent Veere
Morning sailing on the Ghent-Terneuzen Canal towards Veere. Passage through the Terneuzen lock,... more+ which connects Ghent to the sea via the Scheldt. Continue on the Scheldt and the Walcheren Canal before reaching Veere in the early afternoon.
Free time or optional authentic excursion/experience: the Delta Plan. Drive to the world's largest flood defense system, located on the territory and coastline of the Netherlands. Its purpose is to combat sea flooding, particularly in the provinces of Zeeland, South Holland, and North Brabant. The Delta Works is the result of several decades of work. It consists of five storm surge barriers, two sluices, and six dams. During the Delta Expedition, the impressive engineering structures of the Delta Works come to life. During your visit, you will explore part of the Delta Works. Return on board for dinner. Overnight sailing to Dordrecht. 
Optional services: Expedition Delta, the world's largest storm surge barrier, more+
Breakfast
Lunch
Diner
Veere Dordrecht
Sailing to Dordrecht. In the morning, optional authentic excursion/experience: the windmills of... more+ Kinderdijk. Discover the magnificent windmills of Kinderdijk and see how the Dutch have managed to control the water for over 1,000 years thanks to their unique expertise. Walk to the famous windmill site. This is the only place in the world where you can see so many windmills together. This is one of the reasons why the windmills of Kinderdijk have been listed as a World Heritage Site since 1997. Return to the ship.
Afternoon sailing to Brussels on the Holland Canal, the widest of the Rhine delta's tributaries in the Netherlands. Gala evening 
Optional services: Discover the beautifully preserved windmills of the historic village of Kinderdijk, more+
Breakfast
Lunch
Diner
Dordrecht Brussels
Arrival in Brussels during the night. Buffet breakfast on board. Disembarkation at 9 a.m. End of... more+ our services. 
Breakfast
Lunch
Diner

included

The price includes
Port taxes
Assistance / repatriation insurance
Welcome cocktail
Gala dinner and evening
Drinks included on board (excluding special cards)
Assistance from the onboard entertainment team
Onboard entertainment
Refined French cuisine
Bed linen, towels, shower gel and shampoo
Meals included in the program
The price does not include
Cancellation/luggage insurance
Personal expenses
Drinks on special menus
Beverages taken with meals during excursions or transfers
Activities not included in the program
Meals not included in the program
Tips for guides and/or crew
Additional information
Excursions must be added at least two weeks before the cruise departure date. Any changes made after the reservation has been confirmed will incur a €50 change fee per booking
Optional services
Flights not included in the programme are available on request
Activities and excursions upon request more+

Activities

Discover Brussels: the capital of comics
Did you know that Brussels claims to have the largest number of comic book authors per square mile? In honor of their artists, the city has decorated its walls with its well-known authors and characters. We'll set out on an urban hike to spot the murals that... more+ include Tintin, Gaston Lagaffe, Lucky Luke, Astérix, Corto Maltese, and many others. We'll find other affirmations along the way, such as street signs and statues referencing the "9th Art." Then, dive into the world of comics at the Belgian Comic Strip Center—a marvelous universe where comics are in the limelight. Inaugurated in 1989, the center houses permanent and temporary exhibits focusing on European comics and their progression. PLEASE NOTETimes are approximate.The order of the visits can change. 
Not included 104 € / people
Brussels guided tour: must-sees
Our tour of the Belgian capital begins with a panoramic view by coach to discover the city's most famous monuments such as Laeken Park and the 1958 World's Fair Atomium landmark. We'll then head to the city center, which is jam-packed with exceptional... more+ architecture attesting to its deep history. The Grand-Place is surrounded by extravagant guildhalls, the City Hall, and the Broodhuis museum—listed as a UNESCO World Heritage Site. The magnificent, ornate building exteriors present a harmonious mix of Gothic, classic, and baroque styles. We'll also see the Royal Palace—where the Belgian royal family members carry out their work—the Royal Saint-Hubert Galleries, the Sablon neighborhood, and, of course, the famous Manneken Pis. Enjoy some free time to have a bite of some local specialties, including chocolate, waffles, fries, and much more.PLEASE NOTETimes are approximate.The order of the visits can change. 
Not included 78 € / people
Visit Het Steen Castle and the historic heart of Antwerp
The oldest building in the city sits on the banks of the Scheldt River. The medieval fortress Het Steen was built between 1200 and 1225 to defend and protect the inhabitants from invaders. Today, it houses a multimedia exhibition called The Antwerp Story,... more+ which traces the city through time in a surprising and innovative fashion. Travel from century to century as you traverse the rooms. Discover the tales, hidden secrets, and historic sites in the surprising city of Antwerp. The fortress roof offers an uncluttered view of the river, city, and the second-largest shipping port in Europe. After this immersive intro, we'll head over to the historic center and Grand-Place. The city hall—listed as a UNESCO World Heritage Site—is, without a doubt, the most remarkable building. Richly decorated guildhalls line the edges of the Grand-Place. The square's center contains the eclectic Brabo Fountain. The stunning Gothic masterpiece—the Cathedral of Our Lady and its single belfry—has dominated the horizon for over five centuries.PLEASE NOTETimes are approximate.The order of the visits can change. 
Not included 92 € / people
Visit to the Red Star Line Museum and the Nottebohm Hall in Antwerp
We'll begin our tour of Antwerp this morning at the Grand-Place, surrounded by the elegant facades of ancient halls. We'll stop in front of the Flamboyant-style city hall. Then, we'll head over to the Hendrik Conscience Heritage Library for a visit to one of... more+ the country's most prestigious book rooms. We'll visit the Nottebohm Room to learn about the rare historic collection it holds. The room is located in the library's oldest wing and was made into a showroom in 1936. Afterwards, we'll visit the Red Star Line Museum, which traces the saga of the great wave of Europeans emigrating to the USA between 1850 and 1930. PLEASE NOTETimes are approximate.The order of the visits can change. 
Not included 96 € / people
Excursion to Bruges, masterpiece of Flemish art and architecture: Venice of the North
We'll leave from Ghent for Bruges (plan on a one-hour trip each way). Its works of art, tranquil ambiance, romantic aura, and stunning architecture make it one of the top places to visit during any European vacation. The city has meticulously preserved the... more+ elegance and class it exuded during its golden age as a maritime trade center. Among the sites we'll see are the market square with its medieval belfry, the Provinciaal Hof, and colorful stepped-gabled houses. We'll then visit a brewery for a taste of ale. Located in the historic center of the city, the brewery was founded in 1856. Six generations later, it is a dynamic brewery still attached to its origins and the authentic Brugse Zot. Explore the brewery as the earthy smell of malt and fresh hops permeates the air, while beer is brewed before our eyes. Of course, we'll get to drink a nice glass of ale! We’ll return to the ship in Ghent.PLEASE NOTETimes are approximate.The order of the visits can change. 
Not included 103 € / people
Visit Ghent, the Flemish beauty
Take a tour of the top sites in the largest city in the East Flanders Province. Follow the footsteps of Charles V and admire the monuments in one of the best-preserved medieval cities in Europe. Ghent's city center is a pedestrian's dream—an open-air... more+ museum where Flemish architecture accents the indisputable beauty of its medieval heritage. Afterwards, we'll drop by a brewery to knock back a bottle. Ghent's city center was once home to a large number of breweries. Today, breweries have begun to pop up once again. Gruutbeer is the most famous, as they don't use hops to brew their beers; instead, they rely on a mixed of medieval herbs.PLEASE NOTETimes are approximate.The order of the visits can change. 
Not included 107 € / people
Expedition Delta, the world's largest storm surge barrier
We'll set out to visit the largest flood protection system in the world, located along the Dutch coastline. The Delta Works was built to battle maritime inundations affecting the local provinces. Construction of the works lasted over 40 years and includes... more+ five storm surge barriers, two locks, and six dams. Traveling the Expedition Delta route brings the impressive works to life.PLEASE NOTETimes are approximate.The order of the visits can change. 
Not included 100 € / people
Discover the beautifully preserved windmills of the historic village of Kinderdijk
We’ll leave by coach to visit the windmills of Kinderdijk. It’s the only place in the world where we can see so many windmills in one place, and that’s one of the reasons why they were listed as a prestigious UNESCO World Heritage Site in... more+ 1997. The mills were built in the 18th century to remove water from the polder as everything is below sea level. The Dutch are masters at water management, and this attraction is the best place to learn how they have dealt with their struggles against the sea over the centuries. The area was also the inspiration for a familiar children’s game. Legend has it that after a flood in 1491, as someone from the local village was inspecting the damage, they saw a cradle floating in the water. As the floating cradle came nearer, a cat was seen trying to keep it balanced by jumping back and forth so that no water could get in. When the cradle came close enough for someone to pick it out of the water, they saw a baby quietly sleeping inside. This folktale is now well known as "The Cat and the Cradle." PLEASE NOTE The order of the excursions can change. Times are approximate.  
Not included 95 € / people

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