One Week in Amsterdam

• Visit two European Capitals in Amsterdam and Brussels along with the historic cities of Gouda and Antwerp
• Enjoy the peace and quiet of Holland's Green Heart and the Flemish countryside with mostly flat cycling
• Delight in Dutch and Belgian treats - stroopwafels, cheese, moules & frites, luxury chocolates, gaufres and beer!

• Walk the picturesque waterways and cobbled streets of Bruges, maybe visit a local brewery and try one of the iconic regional beers.
• Explore the many romantic districts and hidden alleyways of Paris, discover the history and culture of this beloved city at the many museums and galleries and tick the Eiffel Tower off your bucket list in your free time.
• From the arts district and museums to the unmatched cafe culture and leafy parks, Amsterdam has it all. Maybe grab a bike and see the city the way the locals do.
• Find the best Belgium fries in Brussels and wander the incredible façade of the Grand Palace as you get lost in the quaint city streets.
• Explore at your own pace, with plenty of free time to see the bits you want to see! Your local leader will be on hand to help you make the most of your time in each city with the best recommendations and tips.
• By travelling on this trip, you’ll directly support our Intrepid Foundation partner, Eden Reforestation Projects. Donations help them provide local employment opportunities and tackle climate change one tree at a time as they restore forests across 10 different countries.

• Discover the cities of Amsterdam, Zandvoort, The Hague, Rotterdam, Gouda, & Utrecht with easy cycling between
• Ride through typical Dutch landscapes passing windmills, canals, drawbridges & through picturesque villages
• If travelling in April and early May take in Holland's famous Tulip fields

CRUISE HIGHLIGHTS

• THE CANARY ISLANDS: A BIOSPHERE RESERVE
  • Black sand beaches; lush forests; steep cliffs; dark, ragged crags; waves of dunes; charming, colonial towns; and bustling cities: The Canaries are a study in contrasts.
• VISIT THE HEART OF SIX ISLANDS
  • Three national parks: Teide, Garajonay, and Timanfaya
  • Tours of Gran Canaria, La Gomera, and Fuerteventura
• A DELICIOUS EXPERIENCE
  • Local wine and cheese tastings

HIGHLIGHTS

• Crossing through the splendid Cho Gao canal
  
• EXCURSIONS INCLUDED
  • Discover historical cities: Phnom Penh and Ho Chi Minh City
  • Meet the locals and learn about their daily lives in Sa Dec, Cai Be...

CRUISE HIGHLIGHTS

• Celebrate Christmas during an unforgettable cruise full of joyful, enchanting surprises.

• The romantic Rhine valley and the celebrated rock of the Lorelei
• Discover the Christmas market in Strasbourg
• EXCURSIONS INCLUDED:
  • Cologne, one of the oldest cities in Germany
  • Volendam and Zaanse Schans
  • Amsterdam, the "Venice of the North”
• Midnight Mass in Cologne(1-2)
• Christmas present
• Christmas Eve dinner (including wine)

CRUISE HIGHLIGHTS

• From the Three Countries Bridge to Holland, discover a unique blend of nature and culture
• Discover:
  • Colmar and the Unterlinden Museum(1)
  • Haarlem, the golden age of the 17th century

HIGHLIGHTS

• Exclusive itinerary between Sicily and Malta
• The antique ruins and picturesque villages of Sicily
• Malta, a patchwork of cultures with megalithic ruins, baroque architecture, and superb natural sites
• THE MUST-SEE SITES:
  • Historical Syracuse
  • The baroque Sicilian villages of Noto, Ragusa, and Modica
  • Valletta, the island’s capital
  • The neighboring island of Gozo
    

CRUISE HIGHLIGHTS

• THE CANARY ISLANDS: A BIOSPHERE RESERVE
  • Black sand beaches; lush forests; steep cliffs; dark, ragged crags; waves of dunes; charming, colonial towns; and bustling cities: The Canaries are a study in contrasts.
• VISIT THE HEART OF SIX ISLANDS
  • Three national parks: Teide, Garajonay, and Timanfaya
  • Tours of Gran Canaria, La Gomera, and Fuerteventura
• A DELICIOUS EXPERIENCE
  • Local wine and cheese tastings

HIGHLIGHTS

• Exclusive itinerary around Sicily and up the Italian Peninsula
• THE MUST-SEE SITES:
  • Agrigento and the Valley of the Temples
  • Trapani and its salt flats
  • The dramatic Amalfi Coast
  • The fascinating ruins in Pompeii and Herculaneum

CRUISE HIGHLIGHTS

• From Holland to the Three Countries Bridge, discover a unique blend of nature and culture
• EXCURSIONS INCLUDED:
  • Amsterdam and its unique atmosphere
  • Delightful scents and springtime colors at the Keukenhof floral gardens(1)
  • Haarlem, the golden age of the 17th century
  • Colmar and the Unterlinden Museum(2)

CRUISE HIGHLIGHTS

• Cruise along the most beautiful canals and lakes in Holland
• EXCURSIONS INCLUDED:
  • Fishermen's huts typical of the Dutch countryside
  • Amsterdam by coach or by bike for a tour of its most secret and unique spots
  • The ancestral know-how of cheese and clog makers in Zaanse Schans

CRUISE HIGHLIGHTS

• UNIQUE ITINERARY : CRUISE THROUGH THE LEGENDARY STRAIT OF GIBRALTAR and along the Moroccan coastlines
• ALL EXCURSIONS INCLUDED:
  • SPAIN
    • Granada and the Alhambra, the palace from the Nasrid dynasty and a marvelous example of Andalusian architecture
  • MOROCCO
    • Chefchaouen, a gorgeous blue-wash town nestled high up in the Rif Mountains
    • The magical atmosphere of Casablanca
    • Rabat, a coastal Imperial City
    • Enchanting and colorful Marrakesh
    • Southern Morocco: Authentic Taroudant and the Tiout palm grove
• Visit exceptional sites
  • Opulent Hassan II Mosque, dominating the seaside landscape
  • Delightful Jardin Majorelle, one of the most phenomenal botanical gardens in Morocco
• DELICIOUS, COLORFUL CUISINE
  • Spanish cocktail hour on board with tapas and sangria
  • Tasting of Moroccan pastries and mint tea on board
  • Typical Moroccan lunch at the heart of the Medina of Marrakesh
  • Tastings of wine and cheese from the Canary Islands
• Participation of Alain Loisin, lecturer(1)
  • During the years I have spent traveling, I have given presentations on several CroisiEurope cruises'from the banks of the Red Sea to the Canary Islands, the Greek islands to the Bosporus, Russia at the time of the czars to the splendors of the Adriatic.
  • Conference themes:
    The Strategic Challenges of the Strait of Gibraltar
    Casablanca, Morocco's Young Economic capital
    Following the Footsteps of the Conquistadors
• Onboard lecture

CRUISE HIGHLIGHTS

• UNIQUE ITINERARY : Port of calls in Roses and Palamos, little-known cities on the Costa Brava
• ALL EXCURSIONS INCLUDED:
  • The best sites in Barcelona
  • The Gaudi masterpieces La Sagrada Familia and Park Güell
  • The Dali Theater-Museum, the world's largest Surrealist work of art
  • The Monastery of Sant Pere de Rodes and its Catalan Romanesque architecture
  • The Fishing Museum in Palamos and wine tasting
  • Historical Tarragona
  • Cartagena, an old port city
  • Malaga, the birthplace of Pablo Picasso
  • Granada and its Alhambra
• DELICIOUS SPANISH CUISINE
  • Tasting of Spanish cold cuts at La Boqueria Market in Barcelona
  • Onboard Spanish cocktail party with Sangria and tapas
  • Paella, one of Spain's delicious dishes
  • Tasting of Spanish pastries on board
• Participation of Alain Loisin, lecturer(1)
  • During the years I have spent traveling, I have given presentations on several CroisiEurope cruises, from the banks of the Red Sea to the Canary Islands, the Greek islands to the Bosporus, Russia at the time of the czars to the splendors of the Adriatic.
  • Conference themes:
    Barcelona, Capital of the Distinctive Autonomous Community of Catalonia.
    Gaudi, Dali, and Picasso, Spain's Three Contemporary Geniuses
    The Culture, Contrasts, and History of Andalusia
• Onboard lecture

CRUISE HIGHLIGHTS

• Cruise along the majestic Rhine from Amsterdam to Strasbourg
• Explore unique flavors and traditions
• EXCURSIONS INCLUDED:
  • The distinctive architecture of Amsterdam by bus or by bike
  • Delightful scents and springtime colors at the Keukenhof floral gardens(1) 
  • Charming Rüdesheim and its Museum of Mechanical Musical Instruments
  • Heidelberg, typical German town

HIGHLIGHTS

• Crossing through the splendid Cho Gao canal
  
• EXCURSIONS INCLUDED
  • Discover historical cities: Phnom Penh and Ho Chi Minh City
  • Meet the locals and learn about their daily lives in Sa Dec, Cai Be...

CRUISE HIGHLIGHTS

• Visit the most beautiful sites in Upper Egypt: The Karnak Temple Complex, Luxor, Edfu, the Philae Temple Complex, and Kom Ombo
• Local boat tour around the island of Elephantine
• THE MUSTS:
  • The Valley of the Kings and four of its tombs, including Seti I
  • The magnificent Philae Temple Complex

CRUISE HIGHLIGHTS

• EXCURSIONS INCLUDED:
  • Fantastic variety of architecture
  • Stunning landscapes and the splendid Bay of Kotor
  • Each island is more beautiful than the last
  • Untamed spectacle of natural waterfalls
  • Beautiful walled cities along the Dalmatian Coast

CRUISE HIGHLIGHTS

• Cruise on Lake Markermeer and the Dutch canals
• All excursions included:
  • Edam and Volendam, quaint villages on the banks of the IJsselmeer
  • Gouda, where the famous cheese was born
  • The Windmills of Kinderdijk, the iconic reflection of the country
• Tasting of regional products
• Delicious Edam and Gouda
• Smoked eel in Volendam
• Stroopwafel, caramelized wafers
• Poffertjes, Dutch mini-pancakes

CRUISE HIGHLIGHTS

• From the Three Countries Bridge to Holland, discover a unique blend of nature and culture
• EXCURSIONS INCLUDED:
  • Colmar and the Unterlinden Museum(2)
  • Amsterdam and its unique atmosphere
  • Delightful scents and springtime colors at the Keukenhof floral gardens(1)
  • Haarlem, the golden age of the 17th century