Holland & Belgium at Tulip Time with Uniworld

A Contemporary Flair to the Classic Tulip Time Experience
2021 Early Payment Savings
Specials Classic From $5,899

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This itinerary adds a contemporary flair to the classic tulip time experience, where you’ll find an ideal mix of old and new, historic and modern, in some of Europe’s liveliest cities. You’ll spend time in Amsterdam and Maastricht, allowing you to discover great shopping, countless active options and mouthwatering foodie destinations. Explore Belgium’s historical and contemporary capital city of Brussels, home of a rich and vibrant culinary tradition. Discover Antwerp’s penchant for tasty treats, including Belgian waffles, beer, pralines and chocolate on a walking discovery tour of the diamond capital of the world. In splendid Maastricht, a city with hundreds of national heritage sites, you’ll uncover why it’s known as one of the most beautiful cities in all of Holland. Follow in Van Gogh’s footsteps with a stroll through Nuenen, where you’ll wander through the sites that inspired much of his art. Or venture into the town of Heusden and marvel at a historic working mill, learn to make bread at a local bakery, or wander through the remnants of a 13th-century fortress. Delight in a visit to Kinderdijk to see it’s 19 well-preserved windmills that have stood the test of time. In colorful Amsterdam, you’ll be treated to an exclusive “Morning with the Masters" visit without crowds to the Amsterdam Hermitage Museum–the perfect ending to an unforgettable journey.

  • 32702
  • River
  • 01 Jan 24
  • Amsterdam
  • Brussels
  • Europe
  • 21 Mar 21, 04 Apr 21
  • 29Mar21, 12Apr21
  • 8 nights
  • Uniworld
  • Multiple Cruiseships 5.5 stars
  • Cruise Only

  • Amsterdam, Schoonhoven, Heusden, Cujk, Maastricht, Antwerp, Brussels

Inclusions

  • 2021 Early Payment Savings: SAVE 5% on all Suite category staterooms; SAVE 10% on all other stateroom categories. Book by 30 June 2020 and pay in full at time of booking to be eligible for this offer.
  • Fly free to Europe or upgrade to business class from $3,999pp* or save $1,000pp on your cruise. Offer is combinable with Uniworld's 2021 Early Payment Discount offer.

Important Terms

  • * Rates quoted are in Australian dollars.
  • Book by 29May20
  • Prices shown are fully inclusive of taxes unless otherwise stated.
  • Advertised price includes any bonus nights, special offers or discounts listed in the inclusions.
  • Surcharges may apply due to demand, Christmas & New Year's Eve, school or public holidays, trade shows, special events & other unforeseen circumstances.
  • Prices may be based on Dynamic Rates and as such, may fluctuate at anytime without notice, due to matters outside our control, such as adverse currency fluctuations, fuel surcharges, taxes and airfare increases, or at the property's discretion.
 
Cabin Name/Category From Price/person  
Classic $5,899 Book Now
Deluxe $6,799 Book Now
French Balcony $7,699 Book Now
Suite $10,699 Book Now
Grand Suite $14,199 Book Now
* All prices quoted are PER PERSON based on twin share in Australian Dollars and include taxes, fees and port expenses (if applicable). All prices quoted are for the cruise departing on 21Mar21. Reverse direction also available. Certain departure dates and embarkation points may be at an additional supplement. For more information please contact one of our Travel Specialists.

 

2021 Early Payment Savings


SAVE 5% on all Suite category staterooms or
SAVE 10% on all other stateroom categories.
Book by 30 June 2020 and pay in full at time of booking to be eligible for this offer.


 

2021 Air Offer


Fly free to Europe or upgrade to business class from $3,999pp* or save $1,000pp on your cruise.
Offer is combinable with Uniworld's 2021 Early Payment Discount offer.


 

*Rates are based on per person for two adults sharing. For solo travellers or single person occupancy rates, or other cabin types not listed, please contact our Travel Specialists for a quote.

 


Suite

Lavishly appointed riverview suite (215 sq ft – 20 sq m)

Handcrafted Savoir® Beds of England, built-in closet, hair dryer, safe, individual thermostat, flat-screen TV with infotainment center and satellite, and bottled water

Marble bathroom with Hermès bath and body products, plush towels, waffle bathrobes, and slippers

Additional special amenities and services



French Balcony

Lavishly appointed riverview stateroom (151 sq ft – 14 sq m)

Handcrafted Savoir® Beds of England, built-in closet, hair dryer, safe, individual thermostat, flat-screen TV with infotainment center and satellite, and bottled water

Marble bathroom with L’Occitane en Provence bath and body products, plush towels, waffle bathrobes, and slippers



Deluxe

Lavishly appointed riverview stateroom (151 sq ft – 14 sq m)

Handcrafted Savoir® Beds of England, built-in closet, hair dryer, safe, individual thermostat, flat-screen TV with infotainment center and satellite, and bottled water

Marble bathroom with L’Occitane en Provence bath and body products, plush towels, waffle bathrobes, and slippers



Classic

Lavishly appointed riverview stateroom (151 sq ft – 14 sq m)

Handcrafted Savoir® Beds of England, built-in closet, hair dryer, safe, individual thermostat, flat-screen TV with infotainment center and satellite, and bottled water

Marble bathroom with L’Occitane en Provence bath and body products, plush towels, waffle bathrobes, and slippers

 

Note: The itineraries presented are subject to modification due to water levels, closures because of public holidays or other uncontrollable factors. Every effort will be made to operate programs as planned, but changes may still be necessary throughout the cruise. This day-to-day schedule is subject to change. Your final day-to-day schedule will be provided onboard on the first day of your cruise.

 

DAY 1: Amsterdam (Embark)

Arrive at Amsterdam Schiphol Airport. If your cruise package includes a group arrival transfer or if you have purchased a private arrival transfer, you will be greeted by a Uniworld representative and transferred to the ship.

 

DAY 2: Amsterdam

The Netherlands’ largest city, Amsterdam has been an international port and financial center for 400 years, endowing it with a lively cosmopolitan feeling to match its historic architecture. The famous Keukenhof Gardens is a 70-acre park planted with millions of tulips and other flowers—an extraordinary sight in the spring. Spend the day here or enjoy an exclusive “Morning with the Masters” at the Amsterdam Hermitage Museum before it opens to the pubic for the day.

Featured Excursion:
Amsterdam canal cruise

Choice of Full day at Keukenhof Gardens or Exclusive “Morning with the Masters” at the Amsterdam Hermitage Museum

 

DAY 3: Amsterdam, Schoonhoven, Heusden

Bike around the town of Schoonhoven, best known for its silversmiths, abundant clock makers and quaint shop-lined avenues. Or venture forth to Kinderdijk to see its 19 well-preserved, UNESCO-designated windmills that were originally erected in the 1700s. Learn about the historical significance of these engineering marvels in the Netherlands’ long quest to hold back the sea. If you wish, you’ll have an opportunity to venture inside one of these iconic structures and marvel at Holland’s largest concentration of old windmills.

Choice of Kinderdijk windmills or “Let’s Go” biking the dams and windmills

 

DAY 4: Heusden, Cuijk

Follow in Van Gogh’s footsteps today as you stroll through Nuenen, where the artist once lived and painted “The Potato Eaters.” After lunch in an old water mill, which was even painted by Van Gogh, view the Hieronymus Bosch exhibit at the Noordbrabants Museum, or choose to walk or cycle through Heusden, where you can observe a working mill, learn to make bread at a local bakery, explore the remnants of a 13th-century fortress, and marvel at the memorial in front of town hall dedicated to the Heusden Town Hall Massacre.

Featured Excursions:
Heusden “Village Day”
Van Gogh “Village Day” in Nuenen with a country lunch at the old mill

 

DAY 5: Maastricht

Your next stop in the Netherlands— Maastricht—is a city with more than 1,670 national heritage sites, some of which can be seen on your Old Town walking discovery tour. And not only that, but it’s known as one of the most beautiful and romantic cities of Holland and loved for its convivial lifestyle and historic center, which has long played a strategic role in European politics. Or you can choose to make a pilgrimage to the 65-acre Netherlands American Cemetery and Memorial, the final resting place of 8,301 U.S. soldiers who perished during the Second World War. The cemetery is the only American military center in the Netherlands and sits near the famous Cologne-Boulogne highway that was constructed by the Romans for Caesar to use for his conquests. Choose to explore the beguiling banks of the Meuse River, the second oldest river in the world.

Featured Excursion:
“Let’s Go” Maas River biking

Choice of Maastricht’s historic walls, Burgundian culinary hub and chic European lifestyle or Netherlands American Cemetery and Memorial visit

 

DAY 6: Antwerp

It may be the diamond capital of the world, but Antwerp is also known for many other sought-after cultural gems, including Golden Age art, Belgian beer, waffles, pralines, fries, chocolate and more. Your walking discovery tour of Antwerp features the City Hall, Market Square and the UNESCO-designated Cathedral of Our Lady, which houses four extraordinary works by one of the city’s most beloved sons—Peter Paul Rubens. At the old riverside dock area, there is a 19th-century warehouse that has been transformed into a restaurant and brewery where you can enjoy a beer tasting, specifically, Pakhuis’ unfiltered blonde beer.

Featured Excursion:
Antwerp walking discovery tour with Belgian treats

 

DAY 7: Brussels

Brussels, the capital of Belgium, offers a treasure trove of historic architecture, along with a rich culinary tradition, chocolate, and a vibrant culinary capital. Food lovers will be lured by the divine aromas drifting from delightful cafés and chocolate shops. After a panoramic tour of Belgium’s historical and contemporary capital city, get an up-close view of the city center with a guided tour on foot. Then, treat yourself to something delicious at Planet Chocolate, or visit Castle Groot-Bijgaarden, a magnificent Renaissance castle just outside of Brussels, where beautiful gardens open to the public for a few months each year–attracting some 50,000 plant lovers annually.

Featured Excursion:
Brussels city tour with Planet Chocolate demonstration and tasting

 

DAY 8: Brussels (Disembark)

Disembark the ship in Brussels. If your cruise package includes a group departure transfer or if you have purchased a private departure transfer, you will be transferred to Brussels International Airport for your flight home.

River Queen

One of the most unique ships cruising Europe’s waterways, the River Queen has an exterior resembling the steamships of the 1930s and an elegant Art Deco interior. Decorated in richly textured blue and white fabrics—with marble bathrooms and inspiring artwork—River Queen is a sublime floating hotel designed with your every comfort in mind. River Queen was rated the #1 ship in the entire cruise industry (both river and ocean) in the 2012 Conde´ Nast Traveller Readers’ Cruise Poll.

 

Staterooms

Lavishly appointed riverview staterooms and suites have handcrafted Savoir® Beds of England draped in high-thread count 100% Egyptian cotton sheets and European duvets, along with a menu of pillow options.

 

Deck Plans

Uniworld’s meticulously designed ships feature enticing public areas and luxurious amenities, including a lounge with full-service bar, well-equipped fitness center, restaurant, Serenity River Spa, and a Sun Deck where you can relax and take in the ever-changing views.

 

Quick Facts

River Rhine River, Danube River,
Moselle River, Main River
Guests 128
Staff 42
Suites 4 (215 sq ft)
Staterooms 60 (151 sq ft)
Length 361 ft
Width 37.5 ft

 

Uniworld

World-class river cruising that’s all about choices

Whether you’ve visited Europe once or a dozen times, you haven’t really experienced the best of Europe until you’ve sailed with Uniworld Boutique River Cruises. Uniworld has been cruising the waterways of the world for more than 30 years. Their river cruises combine the charms and landmarks of different destinations with exquisite accommodation, award-winning hospitality, and world-class cuisine of a five-star boutique hotel.

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Accommodations

Staterooms offer beautiful river views, and luxury hotel-style beds. These lavish accommodations feature bespoke décor, plush bedding, and modern amenities. Each suite is a sanctuary of elegance, designed to provide ultimate relaxation and comfort during your journey.

Personalised Service

Our dedicated staff delivers exceptional personalised service, with one crew member for every three guests, we cater to your every need with warmth and professionalism. Professionally trained all English-speaking staff, Condé Nast ‘Gold List’ winners with highest honours in hospitality.

Ship Capacity and Regions Visited

Enjoy an intimate cruising experience aboard our boutique ships, each accommodating an average of 130 guests. Sail historic waterways through picturesque regions across Europe, Russia, Egypt, Asia, and beyond, exploring enchanting destinations.

Included Shore Excursions

Discover the hidden treasures of every port with our expertly curated shore excursions led by local English-speaking guides. Enjoy complimentary access to exclusive experiences, local tours, and cultural events designed to immerse you in the local culture.

Itineraries

With over 40 itineraries, 500 departure ports in over 20 countries, we sail 12 of the world’s most breathtaking rivers each offering unique experiences and insights. Whether you prefer a leisurely journey or an adventure-filled expedition, Uniworld Cruises have the perfect cruise for you.

All-inclusive Cruises

Uniworld allows you to experience the epitome of luxury with all-inclusive amenities, finely tailored to your tastes. Uniworld’s all-inclusive packages allow passengers to enjoy an unmatched level of inclusions to ensure their cruise is truly carefree and effortless.

Unlimited premium spirits and wines

Primary Inclusions:

  • Unlimited premium spirits and wines
  • Delicious, five-star, farm-to-table cuisine
  • Your choice of carefully curated excursions
  • Airport meet and greet
  • All onboard gratuities
  • Onboard fitness centre and wellness classes with a certified wellness instructor
  • All scheduled airport transfers
  • Bicycles and Nordic walking sticks for onshore use
  • Shipwide Internet and Wi-Fi access
  • Onboard entertainment and enrichment

Quality

  • Travel+Leisure’s “World’s Best Top 10 Small Cruise Lines"
  • Condé Nast Traveller’s “Gold List"
  • Condé Nast Reader’s Cruise Poll Winner for “Top Small Cruise Ships"
  • Condé Nast Reader’s Choice Award for “World’s Top 10 Small Cruise Lines

Hospitality

  • Over 98% guest service satisfaction rates
  • One crew member for every three guests
  • Professionally trained all English-speaking staff
  • Condé Nast “Gold List" winners with highest honours in hospitality
  • Meet and Greet transfers on arrival and departure days

Comfort

  • Staterooms offer beautiful river views, modern amenities and luxury hotel-style beds
  • Meals prepared with the regions’ freshest ingredients by a gourmet culinary staff
  • Intimate ambiance of 130 guests on average
  • Local English-speaking experts leading shore excursions to the hidden treasures of each port.

 
 

Call a Luxury Cruise Specialist on 1300 308 081 and Quote #32702

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