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DISCOVERING BELGIUM
Exploring Belgium aboard a river cruise means getting to know this country from a different perspective, impossible to obtain in any other way. Our cruise not only impresses with large metropolises on the banks of the rivers, but also small villages with lots of charm. This river cruise on the Belgian rivers offers a variety and cultural harmony that you would not get otherwise.
Dates
Itinerary
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Duration | 6 days | |
Departure date | 17-03-2024 | 20-03-2025 | 25-03-2025 | 30-03-2025 | | |
Cities | Brussels, Antwerp, Dordrecht, Willemstad, Ghent | |
DAY 1 BRUSSELS Boarding from 15:00. Welcome
cocktail. Dinner and overnight on board.
DAY 2 AN?WERP Full board on board. We wake
up in Antwerp, the largest city in Flanders. The city is famous for its
fashion, cuisine and of course the paintings of Rubens, Belgium's most
influential painter. Antwerp is also known as the diamond capital of the world.
Our optional guided tour will take you through the most important sights of the
historic center. Be sure to taste another jewel of Antwerp, the Koninck beer
served in a traditional Bolleke glass. Afternoon at leisure. Overnight on
board.
DAY 3 DORDRECHT / WILLEMSTAD Full board on board. Today we
dawn in Dordrecht from where we will offer a visit to Rotterdam, a Dutch city known for its excellent reputation for
architecture. The city also has a rich cultural life with a wide range of
museums, including two of the most important museums in Holland: the Boijmans van
Beuningen and the Kunsthal. Optional guided tour in the morning to discover the
fantastic sightseeing the city has to offer. At dinner time, we will arrive
in Willemstad, a town in the North Brabant region, a province with a rich
history, great natural sites and one of the best cultural and gastronomic
offerings in the country. Overnight stopover in the city. Dinner and overnight
on board.
DAY 4
WILLEMSTAD Full board
on board. The city is located inside a fortress in the shape of a 6-pointed
star. A relaxing stroll through the city is a good idea to discover its tourist
attractions. Highlights include the Mauritshuis, a former residence of the son
of William of Orange, the fortress bastions, the windmill and several military
buildings. After lunch, the ship sails to Ghent. Overnight on
board.
DAY 5 GHENT Full board
on board. Early morning arrival in Ghent, a Belgian city with an interesting
network of canals and a beautiful medieval city center. Our optional guided
tour will take in the most important sights of the historic center. Afternoon
at leisure. In the evening, the Captain's dinner will take place. Overnight on
board.
DAY 6
BRUSSELS We will
arrive in the Belgian capital at breakfast time. In this wonderful city one can
lose oneself in beautiful gardens, have a refreshment on a busy terrace or
simply enjoy its unique architecture.
Don't miss the opportunity to taste the best Belgian chocolates or beers. Disembarkation
after breakfast. End of our services.
INCLUDED:
accommodation in outside cabins; full board from dinner on the first day to
breakfast on the last day; mineral water in cabins (in refillable container),
water in jugs during lunch and dinner service on board; welcome cocktail
(limited schedule); 5 o'clock tea with pastries or midnight snack; coffee
station; live music; welcome and farewell cocktail with one drink included;
Captain's dinner; medical assistance insurance; luggage handlers on board.
pax); porters on board.
NOT
INCLUDED: optional excursion package; beverages not mentioned; individual
transfers; flights; cancellation insurance; gratuities (60€ pax/cruise); wi-fi;
laundry service; minibar.
TOUR
PACKAGE INCLUDED (FREE for min. 10 pax): Rotterdam
sightseeing tour Tour of
Antwerp Tour of
Ghent IMPORTANT: *Minimum
group for each tour: 10 pax. If the minimum group size is not reached, the
price of the 3 tours package is 140 eur/pax. *Only the
package of 3 optional tours is available for pre-sale.
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Day 1 | BRUSSELS Boarding at the river port from 15:00 onwards. Welcome cocktail. Dinner and night on board.
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Day 2 | ANTWERP Full board on board. We wake up in Antwerp, the largest city in Flanders. The city is famous for its fashion, cuisine, and of course for the paintings of Rubens, the most influential painter in Belgium. Antwerp is also known as the world diamond capital. Our optional guided tour will take you through the most important points of interest in the historic center. Don't miss trying another gem of Antwerp, the Koninck beer served in a traditional Bolleke glass. Free afternoon. Night on board.
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Day 3 | DORDRECHT/ WILLEMSTAD Full board on board. Today we wake up in Dordrecht, near Rotterdam, a Dutch city known for its excellent reputation in architecture. The city also boasts a rich cultural life with a wide range of museums, including two of the most important in the Netherlands: the Boijmans van Beuningen and the Kunsthal. Optional guided tour in the morning to discover the fantastic tourist offerings the city has to offer. At dinner time, we will arrive in Willemstad, a town in the North Brabant region, a province with a rich history, vast natural landscapes, and one of the best cultural and culinary offerings in the country. Overnight stay in the city. Dinner and night on board.
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Day 4 | WILLEMSTAD Full board on board. The city is located within a fortress in the shape of a 6-point star. Taking a leisurely stroll through the city is a great way to discover its tourist attractions. The most prominent ones include Mauritshuis, a former residence of the son of William of Orange, the bastions of the fortress, the windmill, and several military buildings. After lunch, the ship will set sail towards Ghent. Night on board.
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Day 5 | GENT Full board on board. In the early morning, we will arrive in Ghent, a Belgian city with an interesting network of canals and a beautiful medieval city center. Our optional guided tour will take you through the most important points of interest in the historic center. Free afternoon. In the evening, Captain's dinner will be served. Night on board.
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Day 6 | BRUSSELS We will arrive in the Belgian capital at breakfast time. In this wonderful city, one can get lost in beautiful gardens, enjoy a drink at a bustling terrace, or simply admire its unique architecture. Our optional guided tour will show you the most emblematic places of this great city with the charm of a small town. Don't miss the chance to taste the best Belgian chocolates or beers. Disembarkation after breakfast. End of our services.
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Ship MS "Crucevita"
Technical Details
Length: 104.5 m | Beam: 11.4m | Draft: 1.4m | Speed: 24 km/h | Remodeling: 2018 | Currency on board: Euro | Accepted cards: Visa, Mastercard. | Passenger capacity - 110. | Voltage 220V. *Vessel classification has been given at our own discretion
Amenities
Accommodation
The passenger cabins are distributed between two decks: Promenade and Main. They are spacious rooms of about 12m2 that have two beds that convert into a sofa during the day to create extra space (Main deck). The cabins have a large desk with a chair and a large mirror. All cabins are equipped with air conditioning/heating that can be regulated individually, satellite TV with several channels with a remote control, safe, telephone and hairdryer. An elegant bathroom is equipped with a shower and a sink. The cabins on the Main deck have panoramic windows, while the cabins on the Promenade deck have a French balcony.