Windmills, Tulips & Belgian Delights

The Netherlands in bloom

There’s something irrepressibly joyful about nature springing to life, and nowhere more so than in beautiful Holland.

Commencing in Amsterdam, with a cruise that takes in the very best of The Netherlands and Belgium. From the sleepy towns of Veere and Delft, to thriving modern centres like Rotterdam; from famous windmills and canals to timeless bridges and unique architectural styles, there is no better time to discover it all for yourself.

8 Day Cruise

Day 01

Amsterdam

Let your journey of wonder commence. You will be warmly welcomed by your friendly crew as you embark on your Scenic Space-Ship. Tonight raise your glass at this evening’s welcome reception.

Meals: D

Day 02

Dordrecht f

Freechoice: Join a knowledgeable local for a guided tour of Rotterdam. A dynamic, international city with a bold and passionately beating heart, Rotterdam is known as the architectural capital of the Netherlands or choose to explore beautiful Delft before dropping into the pottery factory and museum to discover more about the world famous Delft Blue Pottery.

Alternatively, discover picturesque Kinderdijk, famous for its historic windmills. This UNESCO World Heritage listed site is most renowned for its collection of 19 authentic windmills or visit Gouda, a town synonymous with cheese. Explore the cities small lanes, alleyways and tree lined canals before your tour culminates with a visit to its local cheese market that dates back centuries.

Meals: B.L.D

Day 03

Veere f

Freechoice: Visit the Delta works, including the famous Storm Surge Barrier, an incredible feat of modern engineering, purpose-built to protect the flooding Delta Plain. Alternatively, you can choose to explore the charming village of Veere, located on a series of regional dykes, with a history that extends all the way back to the 15th century. Or, for something more active, embark on an enjoyable guided cycling tour of Veere and its surroundings. The cold conditions of the North Sea make it a perfect location for top quality, fresh and delicious Oysters and this afternoon your Cruise Director has organized a special treat with a tasting of these juicy, mouthwatering gastronomic treats on board your Scenic Space-Ship.

Meals: B.L.D

Day 04

Antwerp f

Freechoice: Let a local expert guide you through Ghent, one of Belgium’s most historic cities with a myriad of medieval buildings and charming canals, or join your local guide on a walking tour through the beautiful city of Antwerp, renowned as the diamond capital of the world. See sights such as the impressive Cathedral of Our Lady, the Medieval fortress and the main square lined with many ornately decorated buildings.

Meals: B.L.D

Day 05

Arnhem f

Freechoice: Explore the Arnhem Airborne Museum and learn about the Battle of Arnhem. The Airborne Experience allows you to follow in the footsteps of the British parachutists who made their way across dangerous terrain to Arnhem in September 1944 or visit the Netherlands Open Air Museum and discover historic houses, farms and windmills. Alternatively, tour Paleis Het Loo, a former Royal Palace that now houses a museum dedicated to the history of the Dutch Royal family.

Meals: B.L.D

Day 06

Hoorn fe

Freechoice: Visit the Veldzicht Hoeve cheese Farm, here you will meet the family that owns and runs it. During your tour you will learn about their passion for energy neutral and sustainable dairy farming as well as how their delicious Beemster cheese is produced, or discover Hoorn with a local guide and be immersed into the local life while tasting fine regional cheese and seafood. Alternatively, you can choose to explore Hoorn by bike, or perhaps discover the long held family secrets to making traditional apple pie with a cooking class hosted by a local, while learning about life in this region. This afternoon your Scenic Space-Ship sets sail for your final destination, the Dutch capital, Amsterdam.

730km Cruised | 2 Countries | 6 Ports

Day 08

Amsterdam

After breakfast you will be transferred to Amsterdam airport with a lifetime of wonderful memories.

Meals: B

16 Scenic Freechoice Excursions including 2 Active, Your Way

4 Moments, Masters & Music

3 Interactive Encounter

See pages 34-39 for details.

This itinerary is a guide only and may be amended for operational reasons such as high and low water. As such, the cruise may operate altered from that stated above. Please refer to our terms and conditions on pages 136-139.

Truly all-inclusive ultra-luxury cruising in a class of its own

2024 Pricing And Special Offers

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During after hours access be welcomed with a glass of champagne as you visit Fabrique des Lumierès. Today this 19th century former gas plant has been repurposed and turned into an impressive and immersive art installation.

Meals: B.L.D

Day 07

Amsterdam

Discover Keukenhof Gardens, complete with over seven million flowering bulbs. Your local guide will walk you through the magnificent displays of one of the most magical gardens in the world.

Meals: B.L.D

For the latest offers and up to date availability visit scenic.ca, call 1 866 689 8611 or contact your nearest Scenic Travel Advisor all terms and conditions please refer to pages 136-139 or visit scenic.ca/terms-and-conditions.

For the latest offers and up to date availability visit scenic.ca, call 1 866 689 8611 or contact your nearest Scenic Travel Advisor

Romantic Rhine & Moselle

Romance is alive and well on the Rhine

Anyone who doesn’t believe in the power of romance has never travelled along the Rhine or its idyllic tributary, the Moselle.

From the vine-covered slopes of the Moselle Valley to the castle-lined Rhine Gorge, on this itinerary there’s always a fairytale moment waiting just beyond the next river bend.

Day 01

Zurich > Basel

Raise your glass to the marvellous cruise ahead.

Meals: D

Day 02 Breisach f

Freechoice: Journey into the picturesque Black Forest region for a tour and tasting of the iconic Black Forest cake. Alternatively, enjoy a wine tasting in the Kaiserstuhl region, or visit the beautiful Alsace city of Colmar.

Meals: B.L.D

Day 03

Day 04 Mannheim f

Freechoice: Take an orientation tour of Heidelberg, followed by free time or join a more in-depth tour of Heidelberg including a visit to its Renaissance castle. Alternatively, visit the wine region of Bad Durkheim.

Meals: B.L.D

Day 05

Rüdesheim > Rhine Gorge f

iconic Reichsburg Castle, or join a bicycle tour and explore the beautiful region.

Meals: B.L.D

Day 07

Bernkastel fe

Freechoice: Discover beautiful Bernkastel, with its perfectly preserved half timbered houses or take a guided walk through Trier, a city with an important Roman past. Alternatively, taste delicious Moselle wines at a local vineyard.

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Tonight you are in for a special treat with a private classical concert in the UNESCO-listed Liebfrauenkirche located in the heart of the Roman city of Trier.

Meals: B.L.D

Day 08

Moselle Valley Cruising

Marksburg Castle for a guided tour. Perched high above the river, this is the only castle on the Middle Rhine that has avoided destruction.

Meals: B.L.D

Day 10

Düsseldorf f

Freechoice: Discover Düsseldorf on a walking tour, or join a cycling tour along the river to the historic district of Keiserswerth. Alternatively, learn about the city’s beer-producing traditions as you visit some local microbreweries, you will also get to taste the local Altbier, a dark beer traditional to this region.

Meals: B.L.D

Day 11

Arnhem f

Kehl

> Strasbourg f

Freechoice: Visit Strasbourg, where you’ll discover the unique historic quarter and its impressive cathedral, or see the picturesque city on board a canal cruise. Alternatively, journey to Mittelbergheim and sample some of the best wines the region has to offer.

Meals: B.L.D

Freechoice: Visit Siegfried’s Mechanical Musical Instrument Museum before a cable car ride to the Niederwald Monument. Alternatively, join a cycling tour through the vines to Schloss Johannisberg. Later, enjoy unrivalled views across the spectacular World Heritage-listed Rhine Gorge.

Meals: B.L.D

Day 06

Cochem f

Freechoice: Explore Cochem during a tour and visit the

Today sail along the curvaceous path of the Moselle River past quaint half timbered villages, vine covered slopes and hilltop castles that are perched proudly on their lookout over the river.

Meals: B.L.D

Day 09

Koblenz f

Freechoice: On arrival to Koblenz take advantage of a guided tour of this historic city, or visit the medieval town of Limburg, located on the Lahn River. Alternatively, visit

Freechoice: Explore the Arnhem Airborne Museum and learn about the Battle of Arnhem, or take a tour of Palais Het Loo, the former Royal palace. Alternatively, visit the Netherlands Open Air Museum and discover historic houses, farms and windmills or take an active bicycle tour throughout the city.

Meals: B.L.D

Day 12

Antwerp f

Freechoice: Take a walking tour through the capital of the Flemish region, Antwerp or be seduced by beautiful World Heritage-listed Bruges.

34 Scenic Freechoice Excursions including 5

Active, Your Way

5 Moments, Masters & Music

4 Interactive Encounters

See pages 34-39 for details.

Alternatively, visit the towns of Ypres & Passchendaele to learn about the World War I battle of Passchendaele.

Meals: B.L.D

Day 13

Veere f

Freechoice: Choose a guided tour through the streets of Veere, or cycle through the town with a local guide and admire the surrounding dykes. Alternatively, marvel at the modern wonder that is

Holland’s Delta Works, and learn about the Storm Surge Barrier.

Meals: B.L.D

Day 14

Utrecht f NEW IN 2024

Utrecht is a canal-lined city boasting a multitude of green space.

Freechoice: Explore the city’s many canals and alleyways during a city tour or visit the fairytale Castle of De Haar.

Meals: B.L.D

Day 15 Amsterdam

Farewell Amsterdam after breakfast and take a lifetime of memories with you.

Meals: B

This itinerary is a guide only and may be amended for operational reasons such as high and low water. As such, the cruise may operate altered from that stated above. Please refer to our terms and conditions on pages 136-139.

2024 Pricing And Special Offers

charges. Not all suite types are available on all Space-Ships. Single supplement available on application. For all terms and conditions please refer to pages 136-139 or visit scenic.ca/terms-and-conditions.