Cruise from the colourful canals of cosmopolitan Amsterdam through beautiful Flemish countryside to Belgium's fine medieval cities, ancient Viking folklore and WWII legacy. With a wide range of included shore excursions, butler service in all cabin grades and a choice of dining options, this is river cruising at its best.
Begin your luxury river cruise in Amsterdam. Explore the quaint maze of canals lined with elaborate buildings on a glass top boat cruise or head to beautiful Keukenhof Gardens. Explore romantic Veere and pass traditional Dutch windmills en route to historic Antwerp, now a compact seaport city buzzing with world class shopping, fashion houses and galleries.
Visit the beautiful city of Delft or discover the traditional windmills of Kinderdijk during your time in Rotterdam, before heading to Arnhem, where you can visit the Airbourne Museum. Explore picturesque Volendam or Edam, renowned for its cheese, before enjoying an exclusive Scenic Enrich experience with the locals in Hoorn.
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Dutch Sights and Belgian Delights
Day 1 - UK - Amsterdam (Holland)
Fly from a choice of regional airports to Amsterdam or travel by Eurostar from St. Pancras International to Brussels and on to Amsterdam by first class rail. A representative will transfer you to your luxury ship. Tonight enjoy dinner onboard. (D)
Day 2 - Amsterdam
Board a glass top boat to explore Amsterdam's canals or explore the famous Keukenhof Gardens, the second largest flower garden in the world. Rejoin the ship and cruise towards historic Veere. Captain's Welcome Dinner this evening. (B,L,D)
Day 3 - Veere
Join a guided walking tour of the charming village of Veere with its maze of picturesque streets and spectacular ancient buildings. For those feeling active, there is a guided cycling tour of Veere. This evening, raise a toast at a Scenic Sundowner and reflect on a wonderful day. (B,L,D)
Day 4 - Antwerp (Belgium)
Antwerp is a bustling seaport with many boutiques, cafes and art galleries. Choose from a guided walking tour of Antwerp or a visit to the World-Heritage listed city of Bruges with its network of canals. Alternatively, explore independently with your Scenic Tailormade device. (B,L,D)
Day 5 - Rotterdam - Kinderdijk
Join a guided tour of Rotterdam or head to Delft with its beautiful centre and canals, where you can visit a pottery factory and museum. Alternatively, head to Kinderdijk, renowned for its traditional windmills. (B,L,D)
Day 6 - Arnhem
Enjoy a visit to the Arnhem Airborne Museum where you can learn about the Battle of Arnhem. Alternatively, head to the Netherlands Open Air Museum which portrays daily life over the centuries. If you're feeling active, travel to the Hoge Veluwe National Park where you can cycle. (B,L,D)
Day 7 - Hoorn
From Hoorn, head to Volendam, with its quirky raised homes and magnificent wooden church, before continuing to Edam, renowned for its cheese. Alternatively, explore Hoorn with a local guide or join a guided bike ride through the village. Scenic Enrich: Enjoy dinner with the locals in this tranquil region of northeastern Holland.
Day 8 - Amsterdam - UK
After breakfast disembark and transfer to the airport for your return flight to the UK or take the Eurostar to London St Pancras. (B)
The Captain reserves the right to alter the itinerary to suit wind and weather conditions.