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DUTCH & BELGIAN DISCOVERY
Grand Tulip and Historical Discovery Cruise Aboard the Avalon Imagery II
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B: Breakfast L: Lunch D: Dinner
Amsterdam, The Netherlands
Antewerp, Belgium
Poppy, Flanders Field, Belgium
HIGHLIGHTS
The presence of history looms large when you enter Belgium and the Netherlands. From the soaring medieval cathedrals that scrape the sky to the haunting relics of both World Wars, everywhere you look, history speaks across the generations.
On our journey through this incredible region aboard the state- of-the-art Avalon Imagery II, we sail not from Amsterdam to Brussels, but through the rivers of time. In Bruges, bear witness to a city un- changed by the passage of centuries, while in Ypres, pay homage to those who passed before.
At every stop of this journey, from Keukenhof Gardens to the Grand Place, your Journey Manager and local guides will bring the history of this region to life like never before.
01 DEPART FOR AMSTERDAM, THE NETHERLANDS
Enjoy a private car ride to the airport. Guests departing from the Toronto airport are assisted with their check-in. Meet your Journey Manager and fellow travellers
04 MAASTRICHT
Today we explore Maastricht, one of the
07 ANTWERP
Our morning begins with a tour of
and board your flight to Amsterdam, the Netherlands. Overnight flight
Netherlands’ most historically significant cities. Marvel at the medieval architecture, from the Gothic Sint Janskerk church to the Romanesque Basilica of St. Servatius, home to a collection of priceless religious artwork. The rest of the afternoon is yours to spend discovering the secrets of this enchanting city. (B,L,D)
beautiful Antwerp, with its vibrant fashion and entertainment scene as well as the magnificent Cathedral of Our Lady. As we wander down antique lanes lined with cozy cafés and bustling bars, surprises wait around every corner. In the evening, savour a coffee or cocktail as we sail to Brussels. (B,L,D)
02 WELCOME TO AMSTERDAM Although The Hague is the official seat of
05 NAMUR, BELGIUM
In Namur, a thriving modern university sits
08 BRUSSELS
Today we visit Belgium’s capital, the ancient
government, Amsterdam represents the heart and soul of the Dutch people. After arriving
in this historic capital, enjoy a short drive through the city before boarding the Avalon Imagery II, your elegant home for the next 14 nights. (L,D) Avalon Imagery II (14 nights)
in the shadow of one of Europe’s mightiest fortresses in an dramatic symbol of Belgium itself. Experience this balance firsthand as we visit the great citadel’s underground tunnels before emerging to tour its bustling old town. Ancient yet new, grand yet welcoming, Namur truly is a city like no other. (B,L,D) Namur
yet modern Brussels. While the quaint corridors could occupy days by themselves, the real heart of the city is the Grand Place, considered by many as the most beautiful market square in all of Europe. Experience the kind of opulence you would expect at an Emperor’s palace, not a public square. (B,L,D) Brussels
03 ARNHEM
Arnhem is the capital of the province of
Gelderland and in recent years has become
a thriving hub for Dutch art and fashion. Discover the fascinating history surrounding one of World War II’s most significant battles as we join a guided tour of the Airborne Museum of Hartenstein commemorating the 1944 Battle of Arnhem. We then sail to the oldest town in the Netherlands: Nijmegen. Spend the afternoon exploring its medieval core at your leisure. (B,L,D)
06 LIÈGE
The cultural centre of the Wallonia region,
09 BRUGES
Traverse winding streets and historic
Liège epitomizes the unmatched warmth of the Belgian people. Savour sights and sounds taken straight from the pages of a fairy tale as we visit Fort De Loncin and amble through the city’s romantic alleys. Don’t miss your chance to sample authentically sweet Liège waffles. (B,L,D)
whitewashed houses on our way to the
iconic Belfry of Bruges. Follow both a guided walking tour and a canal boat cruise as we step into Belgium’s past in one of the world’s best-preserved medieval towns. We then visit the Adegem Canadian War Cemetery before returning to the ship. (B,L,D) Exclusive to Journeys by Van Dyke: Bruges City Tour