HOLLAND AND BELGIUM IN BLOOM ON EMERALD LUNA
A fascinating trip through time, this insightful itinerary acknowledges the history of working-Dutch communities, dating as far back as the 13th century, before a guided tour to the Hague and a visit to Mauritshuis. Discover what attracts art lovers to Antwerp’s intriguing medieval centre before technicolour Amsterdam and Keukenhof Gardens, which leaves a lasting impression on the senses.
Enjoy Emerald's Generous Inclusions
- Airport transfers to and from your luxury Star-Ship
- 7 nights stylish accommodation on board our Star-Ship
- 23 meals: 7 breakfasts, 6 lunches and 7 dinners including a Welcome and Farewell Reception & Dinner
- Wine, beer and soft drinks with lunch and dinner while cruising
- Bottled water restocked daily
- ESPA luxury toiletries on board
- First-class service from an English speaking crew
- Included excursions almost every day
- EmeraldPLUS and EmeraldACTIVE experiences and activities
- Knowledgeable local guides
- Wi-Fi on board
- Bicycles on board
- Earn EmeraldEXPLORER loyalty points
- All port charges and taxes
- all gratuities
March 22, 2026 - Amsterdam
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
March 23, 2026 - Amsterdam – Zaanse Schans
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 offer 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 program, you’ll have the opportunity to try your hand at this unique craft.
- Clog painting on board
- Guided bike tour to Waterland
Meals: Breakfast, lunch and dinner
March 24, 2026 - Rotterdam
Rotterdam is a unique example of a Dutch city. Following the air raids of WWII, reconstruction efforts utilized 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-metrehigh office building, the Witte Huis, which, for quite some time, was the tallest office building in Europe.
- Architectural tour of Rotterdam
- Cycling and tasting tour of Rotterdam
- Visit to Delft pottery factory (extra expense)
Meals: Breakfast, lunch and dinner
March 25, 2026 - The Hague
Today, you will visit the royal and administrative capital of the Netherlands, The Hague. Situated on the North Sea coast, the city is home to a thriving cultural and culinary scene, a lengthy coastline, and several historical monuments. It’s also famously home to the Peace Palace housing the United Nations International Court of Justice, sometimes known as the World Court. Within your guided tour, you’ll visit the beautiful Mauritshuis Museum, home to the best of Dutch painting from the age of Rembrandt and Vermeer. In the afternoon, those feeling more active can enjoy a guided bike tour through the Dutch countryside.
- Guided bike tour through the Dutch countryside
Meals: Breakfast, lunch and dinner
March 26, 2026 - Antwerp
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.
Meals: Breakfast, lunch and dinner
March 27, 2025 - Arnhem
Relax in the comfortable surroundings of your Star-Ship this morning as you sail along the Dutch waterways, passing quaint, time-honoured villages. Visit the Paleis Het Loo, which once served as the summer residence of the Dutch royal family. Today, the palace stands as a magnificent museum. The palace’s decorations and its gardens are bound to stun. Alternatively, embark on a guided bike tour of Arnhem, famous for its postcard-worthy streets, scenic parks, and fine museums.
- Guided bike tour in Arnhem
Meals: Breakfast, lunch and dinner
March 28, 2025 - Amsterdam
Experience traditional Holland today during a visit to the beloved Keukenhof Gardens. Nestled in the middle of the region’s tulip farms, where row-uponrow 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.
- Visit to the flower auction at Royal FloraHolland in Aalsmeer (extra expense)
Meals: Breakfast, lunch and dinner
March 29, 2026 - Amsterdam
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.
Meals: Breakfast
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*Terms and Conditions: Offers valid for new bookings only made by 19 March, 2025 and are non-transferable. Offers apply to above featured tour EWTU220326.1. A nonrefundable $500 per person deposit due at time of booking. Group discount, port taxes & fees included in above pricing. Promotions not calculated into above featured prices: Best Available Offer: Fly Economy for $795 per person + Save $800 per person or Save $1,800 per person applies to Category SA. Fly Economy for $895 per person + Save $600 per person or Savings of $1,500 per person applies to Categories C, B, A and S. Fly Economy for $895 per person + Save $400 per person or Save $1,300 per person applies to Category E and D. Best Available Offer applies when paying in full 10 months prior to departure. If full payment is not received 10 months prior to departure, the Best Available Offer will be removed from the booking without recourse. If choosing the savings, apply discount to the above featured prices. If choosing Air Promotion, maximum ticket value including taxes is $1,800 per person. Emerald Cruises reserves the right to ticket the airfare at 8 months prior to departure. Flights are booked in Economy class only on Emerald Cruises choice of airlines and routes. Included flights are booked from 11 major Canadian gateways: YHZ, YYZ, YOW, YUL, YQR, YXE, YWG, YEG, YYC, YVR, & YYJ. Flight departures from all other Canadian cities may be subject to additional surcharges. Flights are subject to availability of appropriate airline class and once sold out, surcharges will apply. Full airline terms and conditions apply at all times. Flexi Fare: Savings of $800 per person applies to Category SA, $600 savings per person applies to Categories C, B, A and S and $400 savings per person applies to Category E and D. Flexi Fare requires full payment 90 days prior to departure. Best Available Offer and Flexi Fare are not combinable. Prices are in Canadian dollars, per person based on double occupancy. Pricing and promotions subject to change after 19 March, 2025. Cabin availability subject to change. Future Travel Credit (FTC) holders with an air credit must rebook Best Available Offer with the air offer. Offers may be changed, cancelled or withdrawn at any time without notice. For full booking terms and conditions, visit emeraldcruises.ca. © EMERALD CRUISES | ALL RIGHTS RESERVED | BC CONSUMER PROTECTION #40178.
