Netherlands and Flanders Dutch Symphony Intermediate Deluxe (2024)

Day 1

Cruise. Embarkation.Transfer to the port of AMSTERDAM (or surroundings, Zaandam/ Cohenhaven) for embarkation. We welcome you aboard the MS DUTCH SYMPHONY. Check-in will take place at 16.00 hrs, however, if you arrive earlier, you can leave your luggage at the reception to explore the resort on your own. Welcome cocktail, and presentation of the crew. Dinner on board.

Day 2

Cruise.Full Board.Known worldwide as one of the most cheerful, cosmopolitan and liberal cities in Europe, Amsterdam also offers many places of interest such as Damm Square, Flower Market or its famous red-light district. In the morning we will visit the city and you will have free time before returning to the boat for lunch. Free time in the afternoon or possibility to visit Volendam and Zaanse Schans. Overnight on board.

Day 3

Cruise.Full board.We wake up in ROTTERDAM, a city that was able to rebuild itself after the terrible bombings it suffered in 1940. It did so by looking to the future with avant-garde architecture that set a trend that endures today, forming one of the most impressive skylines in the world. Free time in the afternoon or possibility to visit The Hague and Delft.

Day 4

Cruise.Full board.We wake up sailing through Belgian waters and shortly after breakfast we will arrive in Charles I´s hometown, GHENT. After breakfast, we´ll visit this monumental and historic city, strolling through its historic center surrounded by canals. In the afternoon, after lunch, free time to continue enjoying Ghent or possibility of optional tour to the charming and touristic city of Bruges.

Day 5

Cruise.Full board.After enjoying a good breakfast we’ll arrive in BRUSSELS. The capital of Belgium is a city that combines the characteristics of a big city with the charm of quieter small towns. Modern, but with a classic twist, the streets of Brussels are steeped in charm and history. The Grand Place, the Grand Sablon, the Atomium and the Manneken Pis are some of the places we´ll visit. Free time in the afternoon or possibility to visit Leuven and Mechelen. Overnight on board.

Day 6

Cruise.Full board.We arrive in ANTWERP early in the morning to visit the city, after breakfast. An important cultural centre of the early 17th century, Antwerp has always been one of the most important trading cities in northern Europe. The combination of its historic centre, with its imposing Cathedral, the Grote Mark, or its castle, with the modern part where one of the most important fashionable neighbourhoods in Europe stands out or the largest diamond production centre in the world, make the city a must-see place. Free afternoon. Overnight sailing.

Day 7

Cruise.Full board.Before breakfast we arrive in DORDRECHT, the oldest city in Holland. In the morning we will get to know the historical monuments of the city such as the ́Groothoofdspoort ́ (main gate of the city), the town hall and the courthouse, the church of Our Lady, the old warehouses and the elegant houses that once belonged to prosperous merchants. In the afternoon we resume sailing to enjoy the beautiful landscapes back to Amsterdam where we will arrive after dinner.

Day 8

Cruise. Disembarkation.Breakfast.After breakfast, disembarkation will take place at 09.00.End of our services.