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Celebrate the very best of Holland and Belgium
Whatever comes to mind when you think of the Netherlands and Belgium-countless colorful canals, whimsical windmills, vibrant tulips, the art of Rembrandt and Van Gogh, rich maritime history-you will experience them in all their real-life glory.

Sail during the beauty and warmth of spring
This perfectly-paced springtime cruise takes you to the historic windmills of Kinderdijk, to the Belgian treasure, Bruges, to a 70-acre showcase of more than seven million flowers at the Keukenhof Gardens, to museums rich in art by the famed Dutch Masters, and to the Zuider Zee Museum where you'll discover the impressive maritime history of days gone by.

Savor the grand tastes of the region
All along the way, you'll indulge in the famous treats of the region. Sample delicate handmade chocolates, among the finest in the world. Feast on warm Belgian waffles with berries and cream. Taste delicious cheeses along with hearty beer all while savoring the storybook atmosphere of some of Europe's most charming towns.

Who will enjoy this cruise: Those with a green thumb will enjoy the Keukenhof Gardens, only open nine weeks out of the year. Those who appreciate the art of Vermeer, Rembrandt, Van Gogh and Rodin will enjoy explorations of the Rijksmuseum and Kršller-MŸller Museum. And those who enjoy great food and robust beer will find this cruise filled with lots of tasty treats to savor while onboard and to take home as gifts.

Amsterdam to Antwerp - 11 days

DAY 1: Depart Home Gateway City to Amsterdam    

DAY 2: Amsterdam 
Arrive at Amsterdam Schiphol Airport where you will be greeted by a Uniworld representative and transferred to your ship. (D)

DAY 3: Amsterdam 
Featured Excursion: City Tour including Rijksmuseum visit.
Spend your first full day in Holland’s largest city, Amsterdam. Your scenic tour will take you through canal-lined streets as you enjoy the sights of Mint Tower, Dam Square, the Royal Palace and Museum Square. Visit the renowned Rijksmuseum, with priceless works of art by Vermeer, Rembrandt and other Dutch Masters of the Golden Age. In the afternoon, enjoy leisure time to explore this fascinating city on your own. (BB, L, Captain’s Welcome Dinner)

DAY 4: Amsterdam and Hoorn 
Featured Excursion: Keukenhof Gardens and Hoorn walking tour.
During the morning, enjoy a visit to the Keukenhof Gardens, a 70-acre showcase of seven million flowers, before your floating hotel cruises to the rich seafaring town of Hoorn, once the leading port on the Zuider Zee. As you walk along the attractive 17th-century streets lined with gabled houses, listen to your guide provide insight on history and famous natives like Abel Tasman. (BB, L, D)

DAY 5: Hoorn and Enkhuizen 
Featured Excursion: Enkhuizen Walking Tour.
 Cruise to Enkhuizen, a lively trading center since the 17th century. (BB, L, D)

DAY 6: Nijmegen 
Featured Excursion: Kröller-Müller Museum.
Spend the morning cruising before reaching Nijmegen. From here, you’ll head to the famed Kröller-Müller Museum, home to 278 of Van Gogh’s paintings, as well as pieces by Monet, Gauguin and Picasso. You’ll also see the museum’s beautiful sculpture garden, which is the largest in Europe and features works by Rodin. (BB, L, D) Note: On Mondays, the Liberation Museum will be visited instead.

DAY 7: Rotterdam (Kinderdijk) and Dordrecht 
Featured Excursion: Kinderdijk Windmills.
Irresistible Optional Tour: Visit famous Delft, home to Dutch Master Vermeer and to Delft Blue Pottery.
Sail to Rotterdam, and cruise through its harbor, since 2004 the world’s third largest after Shanghai and Singapore. Then head to Kinderdijk, where you will discover 19 astonishingly well-preserved windmills dating back to the 1500s and listed as a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Later in the afternoon sail to quaint Dordrecht, one of Holland’s oldest cities, and enjoy leisure time to explore this charming town. (BB, L, D)

DAY 8: Veere 
Featured Excursion: Delta Works and leisure time in Veere.
Irresistible Optional Tour:
Onboard Highlights:
In the morning, stroll through charming Veere before visiting the engineering marvel known as the Delta Works. You’ll sail to Antwerp in the evening. (BB, L, D)

DAY 9: Antwerp 
Featured Excursion: Walking tour of Antwerp with cathedral visit
Irresistible Optional Tour: Experience bustling Brussels
Spend a full day in the exciting diamond capital of the world, Antwerp. You will be guided to the Cathedral of Our Lady that houses four masterpieces by Peter Paul Rubens, who was born in Antwerp; visit Market Square, where you’ll see the Brabo Fountain; and discover charming hidden sidestreets. In the afternoon, you may choose to take a shuttle to Diamondland, Antwerp’s largest diamond manufacturer and shop. (BB, L, Captain’s Farewell Dinner)

DAY 10: Antwerp and Bruges 
Featured Excursion: Full-day Bruges with canal cruise
Your second day docked in Antwerp takes you to Bruges, one of the best-preserved medieval cities in Europe and a UNESCO World Heritage Site. See the town as its original visitors did – aboard a canal boat – and discover why Bruges is often called the “Venice of the North.” (BB, D)

DAY 11: Depart Antwerp    
Disembark the ship in Antwerp and transfer to the airport in Brussels for your flight home.

Antwerp to Amsterdam - 11 days
 
DAY 1: Depart Home Gateway City to Brussels    

DAY 2: Transfer to Antwerp (embark)  
Arrive at Brussels Airport where you will be greeted by a Uniworld representative and transferred to your ship in Antwerp. (D)

DAY 3: Antwerp 
Featured Excursion: Walking tour of Antwerp with cathedral visit. Evening shuttle to Diamondland.
Spend a full day in the exciting diamond capital of the world, Antwerp. You will be guided to the Cathedral of Our Lady that houses four masterpieces by Peter Paul Rubens, who was born in Antwerp; visit Market Square, where you’ll see the Brabo Fountain; and discover charming hidden side streets. In the afternoon, you may choose to take a shuttle to Diamondland, Antwerp’s largest diamond manufacturer and shop. (BB, L, Captain’s Welcome Dinner)

DAY 4: Antwerp (Bruges) 
Featured Excursion: Full-day Bruges with canal cruise
Today you’ll visit Bruges, one of the best-preserved medieval cities in Europe and a UNESCO World Heritage Site. See the town as its original visitors did – aboard a canal boat – and discover why Bruges is often called the “Venice of the North.” (BB, D)

DAY 5: Veere 
Featured Excursion: Delta Works walking tour and leisure time.
Irresistible Optional Tour:
Onboard Highlights:
Sail to Veere and stroll through the charming town before visiting the engineering marvel known as the Delta Works. (BB, L, D)

DAY 6: Rotterdam (Kinderdijk), Dordrecht 
Featured Excursion: Kinderdijk Windmills
Irresistible Optional Tour: Visit famous Delft, home to Dutch Master Vermeer and to Delft Blue Pottery
Sail to Rotterdam, and cruise through its harbor, since 2004 the world’s third largest after Shanghai and Singapore. Then head to Kinderdijk, where you will discover 19 astonishingly well-preserved windmills dating back to the 1500s and listed as a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Later in the afternoon sail to quaint Dordrecht, one of Holland’s oldest cities, and enjoy leisure time to explore this charming town. (BB, L, D)

DAY 7: Dordrecht, Nijmegen 
Featured Excursion: Kröller-Müller Museum
Spend the morning cruising before reaching Nijmegen. From here, you’ll head to the famed Kröller-Müller Museum, home to 278 of Van Gogh’s paintings, as well as pieces by Monet, Gauguin and Picasso. You’ll also see the museum’s beautiful sculpture garden, which is the largest in Europe and features works by Rodin. (BB, L, D) Note: On Mondays, the Liberation Museum will be visited instead.

DAY 8: Enkhuizen, Hoorn 
Featured Excursion: Hoorn Walking Tour
Enjoy a walking tour of Hoorn. As you walk along the attractive 17th-century streets lined with gabled houses, listen to your guide provide insight on history and famous natives like Abel Tasman. (BB, L, D)

DAY 9: Hoorn, Amsterdam 
Featured Excursion: City Tour including Rijksmuseum visit
Irresistible Optional Tour: Daily life in Amsterdam
Spend your day in Holland’s largest city, Amsterdam. Your scenic tour will take you through canal-lined streets as you enjoy the sights of Mint Tower, Dam Square, the Royal Palace and Museum Square. Visit the renowned Rijksmuseum, with priceless works of art by Vermeer, Rembrandt and other Dutch Masters of the Golden Age. In the afternoon, enjoy leisure time to explore this fascinating city on your own. (BB, L, D)

DAY 10: Amsterdam 
Featured Excursion: Keukenhof Gardens
Visit the Keukenhof Gardens, a 70-acre showcase of seven million flowers. Enjoy a full day in one of the most impressive public gardens in the world. Open only nine weeks out of the year, the Keukenhof is a visual feast for the eyes. (BB, L, Captain’s Farewell Dinner)

DAY 11: Amsterdam (disembark), transfer to airport 
Disembark the ship in Amsterdam and transfer to the airport for your flight home.