The Netherlands and Belgium

Monday September 19: Arnhem - Roermond

You are welcome on board from 17:00. At the beginning of the evening, the crew will be introduced to you while enjoying a welcome cocktail. Afterwards, a delicious dinner will be served in the restaurant. After dinner, you can get acquainted with your fellow passengers in the cosy lounge.

Tuesday September 20: Roermond

While you’re enjoying breakfast we set out on the River Maas in the Dutch province of Limburg and arrive at our destination, Roermond. This attractive town, often called the ‘Beating Heart of Limburg’ is rich in cultural sights. Roermond has a lively shopping centre and a unique position on the Maas Lakes. The town centre with its lovely squares contains a wealth of historic buildings, including churches and old merchants’ houses. Or you can go to the nearby outlet centre.

Wednesday September 21: Roermond - Maastricht

We leave Roermond early in the morning and sail to Maastricht. There’s plenty to experience in Maastricht including various museums, treasures, art galleries and theatres. The centre abounds in monuments, such as stately old houses, convents, centuries’ old city walls with towers and ingenious underground defence works. You should also not miss the St Servatius Church, the shopping streets and the lively pavement cafes on the Vrijthof square during your visit. Back on board we will serve you a delicious slice of Limburg vlaai (flan)!

Thursday September 22: Maastricht - Hasselt

We sail along the Albert Canal to Hasselt in Belgium, where we will moor early in the afternoon. This town has the nickname ‘Capital of Taste’ thanks to its many catering and fashion businesses. Did you know that Hasselt and jenever (juniper gin) are inseparable? There is a Jenever Museum in the middle of the town that is certainly worth visiting.

Friday September 23: Hasselt - Antwerp

We continue our journey along the Albert Canal to Antwerp where we will arrive late afternoon. Antwerp is a lively city and the centre is compact and mostly pedestrianised, so it’s an ideal place to explore on foot. Antwerp’s focal point is the Grote Markt market place with the towering Cathedral of Our Lady around the corner.

Saturday September 24: Antwerp - Willemstad

During a short tour(*) in the morning you will see Antwerp’s most beautiful places, after which you will have the chance to explore the city by yourself. We leave Antwerp early in the afternoon and set sail for Willemstad where we stay overnight.

Sunday September 25: Willemstad - Wijk bij Duurstede

Today we’ll have another pleasant day sailing through the Dutch countryside. During the afternoon we will reach Wijk bij Duurstede, an attractive town on the River Lek where you can walk straight into the town centre from the harbour. In the evening you are invited to the Farewell Dinner.

Monday September 26: Wijk bij Duurstede - Arnhem

The journey is almost over and after sailing for a few more hours we’ll arrive back in Arnhem. At 11:00 we’ll take our leave of you after a champagne brunch. We’re certain you will have enjoyed this exceptional holiday and we wish you a safe journey home!