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Holland & Belgium in Bloom on Emerald Sky

Amsterdam, Netherlands Round-trip
Length: 8 Days - Departs: Fri, Mar 27, 2026
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Departure
Mar 27, 2026
Arrival
Apr 03, 2026

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Traveling solo on a river cruise has become one of the easiest ways to enjoy a relaxing voyage entirely in your own way. Receive free single supplement on selected sailings. From the moment you step foot on board, you have the freedom to do as much or as little as you please. Whether you want to tour each stunning destination in depth, or simply unwind in the contemporary surrounds of your award-winning Star-Ship, you'll revel in the delights of cruising solo. (Not all dates may apply, contact your Travel Consultant for applicable sailings)
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Free single supplement is available on select departures. Full payment required. Single supplement is applied to the 2 for 1 Fares; single guest pays one guest fare. Free single supplement is not combinable with any other offers. Other dates may have a 45% single supplement; can be converted to a 25% supplement when paid in full within 30 days of booking or 90 days prior to departure, whichever is soonest. Single supplement offers not applicable on S, RA or SA categories. Not combinable with any other offers. Offer is capacity controlled.

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We are honored to recognize the selfless service of those who have served our nation. As a token of our appreciation, enjoy this exclusive savings of $300 per suite ($150 per person) to all US military personnel, veterans, first responders, and their families. Plus as always, receive our AffordableTours.com 5% extra savings.
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US military personnel, veterans, first responders, and their families take an additional $150 per person savings on Emerald Cruises River with proof of current or past military status. This offer is combinable with 2-for-1 savings, pay-in-full offers, key account exclusives, Flash sales, Scenic Select, and Emerald Cruises. Combinable with groups. Not combinable with any other offers. Taxes & port charges are included in the price. Offer available to residents of the 50 United States only. Offers may be withdrawn at any time without notice. Visit scenicusa.com for complete terms and conditions.

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Choose from four flexible fare options designed to reward early booking, all while enjoying the same truly all-inclusive river cruise experience across Europe.

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Full Fares: Full Fares reflect full fare pricing and include applicable port charges. Deposit is due within 48 hours of booking, with final payment due no later than 90 days prior to departure. Fares displayed are based on double-occupancy cabins unless otherwise noted. Standard Fares are combinable with flash sales, boosts, account exclusive offers, Military and First Responder offers, wire savings, and group bookings. Standard Fares are not combinable with EDO, third-party offers, interline rates, or other low- or non-revenue offers. Additional restrictions may apply.
Select Fares: Select Fares offer up to 15% savings off Standard Fare pricing and include applicable port charges. Deposit is due within 48 hours of booking, with final payment due no later than 120 days prior to departure. Select Fare promotions expire 120 days prior to sailing. Any percentage-based savings are calculated on the base cruise fare only and exclude port charges, air, land programs, transfers, hotel stays, or other supplemental offers included in the booking. Fares displayed are based on double-occupancy cabins unless otherwise noted. Select Fares are combinable with flash sales, boosts, account-exclusive offers, Military and First Responder offers, wire savings, and group bookings. Select Fares are not combinable with EDO, third-party offers, interline rates, or other low- or non-revenue offers. Additional restrictions may apply.
Preferred Fares: Preferred Fares offer up to 15% savings off Standard Fare pricing and include applicable port charges. Preferred Fares include complimentary air on select departures or enhanced savings in lieu of air, depending on the promotion selected. Deposit is due at the time of booking. For sailings outside of 10 months, full payment is due 10 months prior to departure. For sailings within 10 months, full payment is due within 30 days of booking or at standard final payment date, whichever occurs first. Any percentage-based savings are calculated on the base cruise fare only and exclude port charges, air, land programs, transfers, hotel stays, or other supplemental offers included in the booking. Air offers are subject to availability and are booked at Emerald Cruises’ discretion on its choice of airline and routing. Complimentary air has a maximum ticket value of $2,000 per guest. Reduced-rate air also has a maximum ticket value of $2,000 per guest, inclusive of the reduced fare amount paid by the guest. Air offers are available to residents of the United States of America only; guests from Latin America will receive "in lieu of air" savings offer. Preferred Fare promotions expire 120 days prior to sailing. Fares displayed are based on double-occupancy cabins unless otherwise noted. Preferred Fares are combinable with flash sales, boosts, account-exclusive offers, Military and First Responder offers, wire savings, and group bookings. Preferred Fares are not combinable with EDO, third-party offers, interline rates, or other low- or non-revenue offers. Additional restrictions may apply.
Preferred+ Fares: Preferred+ Fares provide an additional $300 savings per guest and is offered as a combinable promotion. Full payment is due within 7 days of booking. Preferred+ bookings are non-refundable once paid. Preferred+ are combinable with Preferred Fares, as well as boosts, account-exclusive offers, Military and First Responder offers, wire savings, and other eligible promotions. Not combinable with group bookings, EDOs, third-party offers, interline rates, or other low- or non-revenue offers. Additional restrictions may apply.
All offers are inventory-controlled and may be extended, cancelled, or withdrawn at any time without notice. Emerald Cruises reserves the right to correct errors or omissions and to change all fares and promotions at any time. Port charges are included in the price shown. For the most up-to-date pricing, availability, and offers, please visit emeraldcruises.com or contact your Professional Travel Advisor. Offers applicable for residents of the 50 United States of America & Washington D.C.


River Cruise Itinerary

  1. Day 1
    Amsterdam
    Fri, Mar 27, 2026

    Welcome to Amsterdam, where you’ll be greeted by one of our Emerald Cruises representatives and transferred to your contemporary Emerald Cruises Star-Ship.


    Meals: Dinner
  2. Day 2
    Amsterdam – Zaanse Schans
    Sat, Mar 28, 2026

    This morning, you will have the opportunity to visit one of Holland’s main attractions as you venture to Zaanse Schans. Historic windmills, distinctive wooden houses, and artisan workshops make up this quintessentially Dutch town, where the smell of freshly baked goods and the sight of spinning windmills offers a truly memorable experience. Alternatively, enjoy a guided bike tour to Waterland, passing picturesque scenery and iconic fields of tulips. 

    Relax on board your Star-Ship this afternoon, as we welcome a local clog painter on board for a demonstration. As part of our EmeraldPLUS programme, you’ll have the opportunity to try your hand at this unique craft. 

    Included Excursion
    Tour to Zaanse Schans windmills

    EmeraldPLUS
    Clog painting on board

    EmeraldACTIVE
    Guided bike tour to Waterland


    Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
  3. Day 3
    Rotterdam (The Hague) - Willemstad
    Sun, Mar 29, 2026

    Today, you will have an exclusive visit to the beautiful Mauritshuis museum, home to the best of Dutch painting from the age of Rembrandt and Vermeer – and specially known for being the home of the “Girl with the pearl earring”.
    In the afternoon, those feeling more active can enjoy a guided bike tour through the Dutch countryside.

    EmeraldPLUS
    Private visit to the Mauritshuis

    EmeraldACTIVE
    Cycling and tasting tour of Rotterdam

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    Visit to Delft pottery factory (extra expense)

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    Royal Delft Tile Workshop (extra expense)


    Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
  4. Day 4
    Rotterdam
    Mon, Mar 30, 2026

    Rotterdam is a unique example of a Dutch city. Following the air raids of WWII, reconstruction efforts utilised a patchwork of architectural styles, forever altering the skyline. Today, you’ll have the opportunity to explore this contemporary city, which currently boasts the tallest commercial and residential buildings in the Netherlands. The reputation as the city of high rises has historical roots, beginning with the construction of the 45-metre-high office building, the Witte Huis, which, for quite some time, was the tallest office building in Europe. 

    Included Excursion
    Architectural tour of Rotterdam

    EmeraldACTIVE
    Guided bike tour through the Dutch countryside


    Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
  5. Day 5
    Antwerp
    Tue, Mar 31, 2026

    This morning, you’ll arrive in Belgium's largest port Antwerp. Located on the River Scheldt, the city's large harbour provides a link to the sea. Home to the famous Baroque artist Pieter Paul Rubens, Antwerp attracts art-lovers from all over the world.

    Enjoy a guided tour of the city centre, with its café-lined cobbled lanes. Admire the Renaissance city hall and Hat Steen, a medieval fortress that was built during the early Middle Ages and one of the oldest buildings in Belgium. Afterwards, enjoy free time to explore Antwerp at your leisure.

    Included Excursion
    Walking tour of Antwerp

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    Excursion to Bruges (extra expense)


    Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
  6. Day 6
    Nijmegen
    Wed, Apr 01, 2026

    Welcome to Nijmegen, the Roman settlement of Noviomagus and the oldest town in the Netherlands. Join a walking tour through its centre, exploring its architectural wonders and learn more about the International Four Days Marches Nijmegen that takes place every year, welcoming tens of thousands of people. If you are feeling more active, join a bike ride along the river, embracing the unique countryside features along the Waal river.

    Included Excursion
    Walking tour of Nijmegen

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    Visit to Paleis Het Loo (extra expense)

    EmeraldACTIVE
    Guided bike tour


    Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
  7. Day 7
    Amsterdam
    Thu, Apr 02, 2026

    Experience traditional Holland today during a visit to the beloved Keukenhof Gardens. Nestled in the middle of the region’s tulip farms, where row-upon-row of technicolour flowers stretch as far as the eye can see, the gardens boast incredible displays of millions of bulb varieties, all perfectly assembled by an expert landscape architect.

    Included Excursion
    Visit to Keukenhof Gardens

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    Visit to the flower auction at Royal FloraHolland in Aalsmeer (extra expense)

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    Dutch apple pie making (extra expense)

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    Private hidden Gems tour of Amsterdam (extra expense)


    Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
  8. Day 8
    Amsterdam
    Fri, Apr 03, 2026

    After breakfast, it’s time to bid farewell to your fellow guests as you disembark your Star-Ship for your transfer to the airport, taking memories of wooden windmills and blossoming flowers with you.

    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 for further information.


    Meals: Breakfast

Countries Visited

Belgium, Netherlands

Rivers Visited

Rhine

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Questions & Answers
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Question: Will the day-by-day itinerary change?

Yes, the river cruise itineraries may change due to reasons such as inclement weather or unforeseen events. Your safety is the number one concern aboard and all precautions necessary will be taken in order to ensure passenger safety, including changing itineraries. Please note that when itineraries do change, the ship staff will do their best to substitute any missed port with an alternative destination.

Question: In what language is the river cruise conducted?

The river cruise will be conducted in English only.

Customer Reviews

Overall Rating
4.8
Accommodations
5
Itinerary
4.6
Professional Staff
5
Repeat with Operator
4.6
Value for Money
5

Ratings based off 5 reviews - currently showing 3 reviews with comments only

The staff and crew of the ship was fantastic. Christmas Markets are not to be missed.

Was great, food was good, cabin small but nice, excursions were good.

Emerald provided a very memorable experience. Everything went according to plan. There were many activity options to pick from. The food and drink and staff were excellent. I liked the pool and bikes which gave us additional activities to enjoy, which Viking Cruises did not offer when I went on a previous river boat cruise with them 3 years ago.

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