Dutch Waterways
Cruise through the Netherlands and Belgium for seven nights
AHI Travel
800-323-7373
Rileigh Hageman
hageman.97@osu.edu
Trip overview
Unpack once and relish a carefree, seven-night cruise packed with fascinating history and springtime splendor in the Netherlands and Belgium! Delight in the charming canals of Amsterdam and the wonderland of vibrant tulips at Keukenhof Gardens. Appreciate Antwerp’s impressive medieval old town and Bruges’ well-preserved Gothic gems. Other ports of call introduce you to Enkhuizen, a beautiful Dutch Golden Age city, and Veere, a laid-back harbor town. Enjoy enriching insights from guides and lecturers, plus a choice of included excursions. See history come alive at a recreated seaside village; stroll through picture-perfect, 17th-century Hoorn; or bike amid the scenic West Frisian countryside. Study celebrated masterpieces at the Mauritshuis in The Hague; watch artisans at the Royal Delft porcelain factory; or sample farm-fresh cheeses in Gouda. In Bruges, visit a chocolaterie, discover the beer culture or take in renowned Belgian art. Aboard your exclusively chartered, first-class ship, savor generous meals with wine and beer at lunch and dinner. Solo-friendly with no single supplement!
Optional Pre-Tour: Antwerp
Optional Post-Tour: Amsterdam
Registration Coming Soon: If you would like to be added to our early interest list to be notified when registration is available, please email adv-alumnitours@osu.edu.
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Tour highlights
- Unpack once and sail for 7 nights aboard the exclusively chartered, first-class MS Amadeus Riva.
- Seven breakfasts, five lunches and seven dinners.
- Welcome and Farewell Receptions and Dinners to mingle with fellow travelers.
- Tea or coffee with all meals, plus wine, beer or soft drinks with lunch and dinner.
- Enrichment by expert speakers enhances your insight into the region.
- Engaging excursions showcase the local culture, heritage and history.
- Personalize Your Journey | PYJ | A choice of excursions in selected locales.
- Electives and free time to pursue your individual interests.
- A personal VOX headset to hear your English-speaking guide clearly.
- Tipping of guides and drivers.
- Complimentary travel mementos.
- AHI Sustainability Promise: We strive to make a positive impact wherever we travel.
*Prices are per person, based on double occupancy. Dates, itineraries and prices are subject to change.
Itinerary
Day 1: Depart your gateway city for Brussels, Belgium
Day 2: Brussels, Belgium | Antwerp
Day 3: Bruges | Veere, Netherlands
Day 4: Veere | Willemstad
Day 5: The Hague • Delft • Gouda
Day 6: Enkhuizen • Hoorn
Day 7: Amsterdam
Day 8: Amsterdam
Day 9: Depart for gateway city
Preferred Travel Insurance
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Cancellations
CANCELLATION
All cancellations must be submitted in writing to AHI Travel.
-Cancellation received up to 151 days prior to trip departure will incur a $500 per person administrative fee.
-Cancellation received 150 to 121 days prior to departure will result in forfeiture of 25% of the entire cost of the trip per person.
-Cancellation received 120-91 days prior to departure will result in forfeiture of 50% of the entire cost of the trip per person.
-Cancellation received 90-61 days prior to departure will result in forfeiture of 75% of the entire cost of the trip per person.
-Cancellation received 60 days prior to departure to the time of departure (or no show) will result in 100% forfeiture of the entire cost of the trip.
TRIP CANCELLATION INSURANCE IS HIGHLY RECOMMENDED. AN INSURANCE APPLICATION WILL BE SENT TO YOU AFTER YOU RESERVE (U.S. RESIDENTS ONLY).
If a tour is canceled by AHI Travel before the date of departure for reasons other than Force Majeure and the cancellation is not caused by your fault or negligence, you will have the choice of accepting one of these options from AHI Travel: i) transfer to another date of the same tour, if available; ii) book another tour of equal or greater value, if available (you will be responsible for paying any difference in price); or iii) book another tour of lesser value, if available (with a refund payable to you for the difference in price); or iv) receive a full refund for the land-only portion of the applicable tour
CANCELLATION GRACE PERIOD
Reservations made prior to 150 days before a tour's scheduled departure date may be canceled within 7 days following the reservation date for a full refund. Reservations made within 150 days prior to a tour's scheduled departure will not qualify for the grace period.
CANCELLATION OF TRIP OPTIONS
Purchases of optional excursions, pre- and/or post-tour extensions, additional hotel nights, private transfers or other trip options become fully non-refundable 60 days prior to departure. Air transportation purchases are subject only to penalties assessed by the airlines.