Holland and Belgium Springtime River Cruise April 2026 with the Texan Trippers!

Savor springtime in Holland and Belgium with a cruise highlighting the blooming Dutch tulip fields. Relax as you go along seemingly endless fields of vibrant flowers and iconic windmills.

7-Night River Cruise, Amsterdam with Canal Cruise, Keukenhof Gardens, Arnhem, Middelburg, Belgium Waterways Scenic Sail, Bruges, Antwerp, Kinderdijk Windmills

This springtime river cruise gets underway in Holland’s colorful capital of Amsterdam. This 700-year-old city offers an abundance of classic architecture, cafés, and restaurants to explore before you embark on your river cruise through Holland and Belgium. During our trip, we will visit the breathtaking colors of Keukenhof, also known as the “Garden of Europe.” With 70 acres of parkland and lakes, it’s one of the world’s most extensive flower gardens with nearly 7 million flowering bulbs bursting with color. We will explore towns rich in architecture, history, and art!

Day 1 | Your journey opens in Amsterdam, the 800-year-old capital of the Netherlands, where you will board your ship in the afternoon. Your home for the next 7 nights, this beautifully appointed vessel has all the modern amenities you need, plus a panoramic deck and bar, outstanding service, and delicious food and wine at every dinner. As arrival times will vary, there’s no scheduled sightseeing today. There will be a welcome room for early arrivals in one of the hotels. Tonight, enjoy a cocktail overlooking the city skyline before you’re welcomed aboard with a lovely dinner.
Day 2 | See Amsterdam the way it’s truly meant to be seen – by canal. On your private boat, cruise under sloping bridges and pass by quintessential Dutch houses. This afternoon, explore the world-famous Keukenhof Gardens, featuring acres of tranquil ponds, shaded paths, and more than 7 million tulips and other flowers on exhibit. This evening, your ship leaves Amsterdam.
Day 3 |Arrive in Arnhem, the favorite summer retreat of the Dutch royal family. With a full day to explore, perhaps you’ll wander through one of the city’s many parks or delve into the local history at a WWII museum. In the morning, consider joining an optional tour to the Airborne Museum to learn about the Battle of Arnhem. After lunch, you may opt for an afternoon visit to the Kröller-Müller Museum that holds the second largest Van Gogh collection in the world. This evening, pass by lovely Dutch scenery as your journey continues.
Day 4 | This morning, enjoy sailing along scenic Dutch waterways before spending an afternoon in Middelburg, the capital of the Dutch province of Zeeland. Join your Tour Manager for a walk through the twisting lanes and take in the city’s relaxed atmosphere or explore it on your own. See how the local trading legacy remains in the architecture, passing by timeless brick houses, a Gothic town hall, and medieval towers. Consider taking an optional excursion to the storm surge barrier and Flood Museum to learn about Netherland’s largest flood defense system.
Day 5 | Say hello to Belgium this morning during a scenic cruise. This afternoon, travel by coach to the fairytale city of Bruges, and explore it on foot during a guided walking tour,* then board a scenic canal cruise featuring cozy town squares and medieval dwellings.
Day 6 | Join a local expert in Antwerp for a city tour that explores its’ rich history and Gothic and Baroque architecture. Enjoy a free afternoon and prepare for the elegant Captain’s Gala Dinner, followed by evening entertainment.
Day 7 |Stop in Kinderdijk, a UNESCO World Heritage Site and village, to experience Holland’s iconic 18th-century windmills. Walk along the winding paths and venture inside one of these working windmills, seeing how the country’s heritage blends into modern day society. This afternoon, it’s your choice! Discover the charming canals, medieval architecture, and rich history of Delft on a walking tour, and afterwards, enjoy free time to explore on your own -OR- take a walking tour of the Hague and see the historic Binnenhof, the Peace Palace, and more before enjoying free time in this unique city. Aboard the ship, toast to the end of your journey at a farewell dinner.
Day 8 |Your tour comes to a close today, leaving you with memories of vibrant flowers and towering windmills.
**email us to reserve your seat: a.maltz@cruiseplanners.com**
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