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Tulip Time River Cruise: Amsterdam, Bruges & Dutch Waterways
An 8-day spring river cruise roundtrip from Amsterdam with tulip season, Dutch waterways, Ghent, Bruges, Antwerp and Kinderdijk.
Length8 days / 7 nights
FormatPremium spring river cruise
ActivityLight to moderate; excursion choices vary
Route
Amsterdam • Bruinisse • Ghent / Bruges • Antwerp • Nijmegen • Dordrecht / Kinderdijk • Amsterdam
Why This Trip Stands Out
This spring river cruise is built around the Netherlands and Belgium when tulip season changes the scenery. The 8-day roundtrip Amsterdam route mixes flower country and windmills with Ghent, Bruges, Antwerp and smaller Dutch waterways.
- Sail roundtrip from Amsterdam during spring tulip season.
- Explore Ghent with the option to spend time in Bruges.
- Visit Antwerp, Nijmegen and the windmills around Kinderdijk.
- Choose from included cultural, culinary and active shore experiences on many days.
Sample Itinerary
Day 1 | Amsterdam
Board in Amsterdam and settle into the ship before sailing into the Dutch waterways.
Days 2–3 | Bruinisse, Ghent & Bruges
Move through the Netherlands into Belgium, with countryside and spring scenery followed by medieval Ghent and an opportunity to experience Bruges.
Days 4–6 | Antwerp, Nijmegen & Kinderdijk
Continue through Belgium and the Netherlands for historic cities, local food, cycling or walking options, and the famous windmill landscape around Kinderdijk.
Days 7–8 | Amsterdam
Return to Amsterdam with spring flower experiences and final sightseeing before disembarkation.
What You Get
What’s Included
- 7 nights aboard a premium river ship
- All meals on board
- Wine, beer and soft drinks with lunch and dinner
- Daily Sip & Sail cocktail hour
- Wi-Fi on board
- Included guided shore excursions with multiple activity choices on many days
- Port charges
- Spring sightseeing through the Netherlands and Belgium
Your Stay
Where You’ll Stay
Seven nights are aboard a premium river ship. Exact ship and stateroom category depend on the departure selected.
Getting Around
Transportation
The journey is primarily by river ship, with included transportation for shore excursions where needed.
Food & Dining
Meals & Dining
All meals on board are included, along with wine, beer and soft drinks at lunch and dinner and a daily Sip & Sail cocktail hour.
Life Onboard
Onboard Experience
Expect a polished river-ship atmosphere with panoramic lounges, open deck space, regionally inspired dining and time to watch the Dutch and Belgian waterways pass by. Wi-Fi, a daily cocktail hour and a choice of included shore excursions are part of the experience.
More to Add
Optional Experiences
Some departures offer optional land programs or additional specialty experiences beyond the included shore-excursion choices.
Stay a Little Longer
Extensions Available
Pre- and post-cruise hotel or land programs may be available on select departures.
Make It Yours
Ways to Customize It
I can coordinate international flights, extra hotel nights in Amsterdam and other European travel around the fixed sailing.
Group Details
How the Group Works
The ships scheduled for this itinerary carry approximately 152 to 162 guests, with shore excursions organized into smaller groups.
A Good Match?
Who This Trip Is Best For
Travelers who want a spring river cruise centered on tulips, windmills, Dutch and Belgian cities, and a premium inclusive onboard experience.
Before You Choose It
A Few Things to Know
Tulip bloom timing depends on weather and cannot be guaranteed for an exact date. River conditions can affect docking locations or sailing times, and some historic-city excursions use cobblestones or uneven streets.
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