Northern Gems - A European River Cruise from Belgium to Germany. (port-to-port cruise)
Cruise
BRUSSELS - ANTWERP - ROTTERDAM or surroundings(2) - AMSTERDAM or surroundings(2) - NIJMEGEN - COLOGNE - RÜDESHEIM - Heidelberg(1) - MANNHEIM - STRASBOURG
Welcome aboard our cruise through the heart of Europe! Get ready to discover iconic cities and unforgettable landscapes. From Brussels to Strasbourg—with ports of call in Antwerp, Amsterdam, and Cologne in between—where each stop is an immersion in European history, culture, and way of life. You’ll visit iconic sites such as Volendam, Zaanse Schans, the hidden courtyards in The Hague, and other revered places.Let the magic take you away on an unforgettable, unique vacation.
CRUISE HIGHLIGHTS
- Cruise between Belgian canals and the Rhine River on one of the largest European waterways
- THE MUST-SEES:(1)
- The world of Belgian chocolates in Brussels
- The royal city of The Hague
- Surprising Amsterdam: Discover its hidden secrets and out-of-the-way sites
- Volendam, a former fishing village on the banks of the Ijsselmeer, and picturesque Zaanse Schans
- The Mechanical Music Cabinet Museum in Rüdesheim
THE CROISIEUROPE DIFFERENCE
- All meals included - DRINKS INCLUDED with meals and at the bar
- Refined French cuisine - Gala dinner and evening - Welcome cocktail
- Free Wi-Fi onboard
- Headsets are included for excursions
- Official welcome from the captain and crew
- Onboard activities
- Travel assistance and repatriation insurance
- All port fees included
Romantic Heidelberg and its castle(1)
Route
Passengers are welcome to board our ship at 6:00 p.m. After comfortably settling into your cabins, we'll introduce our crew at a welcome cocktail. The evening is free to do as you please.
Join us for the optional excursion proposed: Guided tour of Brussels, discover a stately historical heart between town and village. Afternoon spent cruising to Antwerp. This lively city has retained its charm with narrow streets and immense squares lined with gable houses. Stroll in the old city in the company of our onboard hostess.
Our ship will sail towards Rotterdam. We will cruise up the Scheldt River, cross the border between Belgium and the Netherlands, and travel though the Volkerak and Kreekak locks. Enjoy an evening of entertainment.
Morning spent cruising to Utrecht. The afternoon, join us for the optional excursion proposed: Visit of The Hague and its inner courtyards. Return on board in Amsterdam. Free evening.
Join us for the optional excursion proposed: Amsterdam by canal boat. This tour will give you an overview of the many historical treasures and curiosities of the Dutch capital. A fascinating and dynamic city where the old and the modern coexist harmoniously, Amsterdam is a city rich in history, art and culture, where every street corner reserves a surprise. It is during a boat ride on the picturesque canals classified as World Heritage by Unesco that you can admire the architecture so particular with the many narrow houses with gables, the mansions of the seventeenth century, or all these magnificent bridges that span the canals and offer an extraordinary urban landscape.
This afternoon, join us for the optional excursion proposed: Visit of the traditional fishing village of Volendam and the Zaanse Schans, a museum presenting Dutch crafts still produced in authentic 17th and 18th century windmills and picturesque barns. Tonight's our gala dinner and evening.
Enjoy buffet breakfast on board. Free day and lunch in Amsterdam. Boarding at 6:00 PM. Meet the crew and enjoy a welcome cocktail.
Evening at leisure.
Free day or optional excursion DISCOVERY : Amsterdam by bike, discovering secret and unusual spots.
Night navigation towards Nijmegen.
Join us for the optional excursion for both packages: Visit of the Dutch Open Air Museum of Arnhem.
We'll spend the morning cruising to Cologne on what is known as the "Romantic Rhine," the dazzling section between Rüdesheim and Koblenz.
This afternoon, join us for the optional excursion for both packages: Guided walking tour of Cologne.
Our ship will cruise during the morning. When we arrive in Rüdesheim, join us on the optional excursions proposed:
CLASSIC: Depart by tourist train and stop at a wine tasting cellar, followed by a visit to the Museum of Mechanical Musical Instruments.
DISCOVERY: Hiking through the vineyards in Rudesheim.
Our ship will cruise during the morning. Join us on an optional excursion for both packages: Visit of Heidelberg. Tonight is our gala dinner and evening.
Enjoy one last buffet breakfast on board before disembarking at 9:00 a.m. End of our services.
Dates & Prices
Choose your departure dateSTART IN 2026
- From€2,379/pers.
Lowest available all-inclusive per-person price in a double cabin for the selected cruise references and dates, excluding supplements, transportation, transfers, fees, taxes, and optional services. The final price varies depending on cabin category, deck, and selected options.
- Child discount (2-9 years) : - 20%
- 30% off for the 3rd occupant of the triple cabin
- Under 2 years of age, meals and accommodation are provided free of charge by CroisiEurope
Ships
Several ships available for this cruiseShore Excursions
No shore excursion on the non listed daysFor navigational safety reasons, the company and the captain are the only authorized persons who can modify the cruise itinerary.
(1) Optional excursions.
(2) The Ports of Amsterdam and Rotterdam may unexpectedly decide to change the mooring places for cruise ships. In case of modification, an alternative will be set up as close as possible to these cities.
Alcohol can be harmful to your health. Please drink in moderation.