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7-night Holland and Belgium Upstream Cruise: Medievel History and Scenic Waterways

Amsterdam/Brussels
7-night Holland and Belgium Upstream Cruise: Medievel History and Scenic Waterways
April 26, 2026
Lindblad Expeditions: Connect
Amsterdam/Brussels
Vacation Offer ID 1630561
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Overview
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Ship Info
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Activities & Services
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Cruise Inclusions

  • 7-nights accommodations
  • All meals aboard ship
  • And more

Available Add-Ons

Optional roundtrip airfare.
Optional pre or post cruise nights
  • Destination Guide
  • Suggested Shore Excursions
Destination Arrival Departure
Amsterdam

Optional Private Excursions

Avoid the crowds and hustle and bustle associated with a group activity. For a memorable trip ashore, we invite you to consider a private shore excursion. Enjoy the undivided attention of your own driver/guide and the flexibility of experiencing the aspects of the local culture that most interest you. Below are just some samples of the private shore excursions we can arrange for you. Let us personalize your experience!

Amsterdam: An Introduction to Amsterdam – 4 hours
Meet your driver at the Port in Amsterdam for a private transfer to the city centre where your guide is waiting to meet you for a walking tour of this beautiful city. Begin at Dam Square, bordered by the Royal Palace and enjoy wonderful views of the canals and gabled houses of the mercantile quarter before visiting the house in which Anne Frank wrote her celebrated diary during the last war*. After your tour, transfer in the comfort of your own private vehicle back to your ship.

*tickets for the Anne Frank House sell out very quickly and are subject to availability. Guides are not allowed to accompany you into the house itself, but will be waiting for you at the end of your visit (approx. 45-90 mins)

Highlights:
  • Tour Anne Frank's house

Tour Duration: 4 Hours

Tour Can Operate: Morning/ Afternoon

Wheelchair Accessible: Please enquire for more information

Physical Activity Level: Light

Inclusions:
  • Private transport by luxury car or minivan
  • An expert local guide for 4 hours
  • Entrance fees to all sights and museums
  • All taxes
Exclusions:
  • All cruise travel, personal items, meals and associated costs
  • Gratuities
Amsterdam: Highlights of Amsterdam - 8 Hours
Spend the day exploring Amsterdam in the hands of your expert guide. You are met at the port and transferred to Dam Square where your morning’s walking tour includes the notable Royal Palace.  Admire the views of the canals and the gabled houses of the Canal Ring district, where you will visit the house in which Anne Frank wrote her celebrated diary during the last war*.

After lunch explore the beautifully-restored Rijksmuseum, to admire the stunning collection of masterpieces from the seventeenth-century Golden Age, including works by Rembrandt and Vermeer. No visit to Amsterdam would be complete without seeing the delightful Van Gogh Museum, home to many of his famous works as well as those of other Impressionists and Post-Impressionists.

*tickets for the Anne Frank House sell out very quickly and are subject to availability. Guides are not allowed to accompany you into the house itself, but will be waiting for you at the end of your visit (approx. 45-90 mins)


Highlights:
  • Visit Anne Frank's House
  • Explore the Van Gogh Museum

Tour Duration: 8 Hours

Tour Can Operate: Morning/ Afternoon

Wheelchair Accessible: Please enquire for more information

Physical Activity Level: Light

Inclusions:
  • Private transport by luxury car or minivan
  • An expert local guide for 8 hours
  • Entrance fees to all sights and museums
  • All taxes
Exclusions:
  • All cruise travel, personal items, meals and associated costs
  • Gratuities
Amsterdam: The Three Sisters, Delft & Den Haag - 8 Hours
You are met at Amsterdam port for a full-day excursion outside of the city. Head south into the countryside for a photo opportunity at the impressive Three Sisters Windmills in Stompwijk. As over a third of the Netherlands lies below sea level, windmills were initially designed to pump vast amount of water out, thus protecting land from flooding. Today, these silent giants draw many visitors every year for their charming appearances.

From here, you travel on to Delft, world-renowned for its famous blue and white pottery and one of the most beautiful towns in the Netherlands. Take in the town’s architectural gems and charming ambience, which are best appreciated by walking along its small canals with their graceful humpbacked bridges.

Following this, enjoy a privately-guided tour at the Royal Delft Experience, where a painter shares the passion behind the production of this stunning 17th-century earthenware during a special demonstration.


After lunch at leisure, you continue to the Hague, the home of the Dutch Royal Family and the administrative capital of the Netherlands; walk the Inner court past the Government buildings and take the opportunity for a photo stop at the International Court of Justice. You may like to visit the Mauritshuis Museum, which holds one of the world's finest collections of paintings, including Rembrandt, Steen, Hals, Rubens and Van Dyck, or you may choose to visit the Panorama Mesdag, which hosts the Panorama, one of the largest canvas paintings in the world (subject to opening times).

On your return journey, stop at Scheveningen beach for some spectacular views before continuing back. (8 hours, driver and guide)



Highlights:
  • Witness the majestic windmills known as the Three Sisters
  • Delve into Delft's artistic heritage

Tour Duration: 8 Hours

Tour Can Operate: Morning/ Afternoon

Wheelchair Accessible: Please enquire for more information

Physical Activity Level: Light

Inclusions:
  • Private transport by luxury car or minivan
  • An expert local guide for 8 hours
  • Entrance fees to all sights and museums
  • All taxes
Exclusions:
  • All cruise travel, personal items, meals and associated costs
  • Gratuities
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Giethorn
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Arnhem
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Rotterdam
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The Hague
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Delft
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Kinderdijk
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Ghent
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Antwerp
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Brussels
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Lindblad Expeditions: Connect
Constructed in 2025, Connect is a brand-new, state-of-the-art European river ship joining the growing collection of bespoke charter vessels next year. With cutting-edge technology, luxurious amenities and wrap-around picture windows, this sleek 120-guest ship is uniquely designed to sail through the heart of storied destinations in Germany, France, The Netherlands and beyond. Sustainability and regional connection are at her core, creating a refined and meaningful experience that elevates every journey.
Ship Highlights
  • The top deck includes fitness zones, a lounge, and a grill and bar for al fresco dining and entertainment
  • It features sixty staterooms with spa showers, large closets, and floor-to-ceiling windows
  • A fleet of bikes offers guests the opportunity for independent exploration along riverside trails and countryside
Ship Statistics
Built Year
2025
Beam
38 ft (11.6 m)
Ship Length
442 ft (134.7 m)
Passenger Capacity
120
Number of Crew
54
Number of Decks
3
Number of Staterooms
60
Dining / Restaurants
1
Bars / Lounges
1
Spa
Yes
Fitness Center
Yes

Dining

Dining Room
Enjoy breakfast, lunch and dinner in a single seating at the Main Restaurant.

Bars & Lounges

Bars & Lounges
Enjoy a drink from the fully-stocked bar in the Aft Lounge.

Wellness

Sauna
The spa includes a state-of-the-art sauna with a floor-to-ceiling window.

Balcony

Balcony Stateroom (C1) $7,095
Balcony Stateroom
  • Category: C1
  • Main Deck
These 210-square-foot cabins located at the back of the Main Deck feature floor-to-ceiling windows, sash window balcony and quiet sleep sound cancellation system. The cabins each have a European king bed or two twin beds (configured upon request), a 55-inch smart TV, desk and chair, minibar, individual climate control, mini library and ample storage including two wardrobes. Amenities include Wi-Fi, unlimited tea/coffee, bathrobe and slippers, hair dryer and sustainable bath products in the ensuite bathroom.
Balcony Stateroom (C2) $7,253
Balcony Stateroom
  • Category: C2
  • Main Deck
These 210-square-foot cabins located at the front of the Main Deck feature floor-to-ceiling windows, sash window balcony and quiet sleep sound cancellation system. The cabins each have a European king bed or two twin beds (configured upon request), a 55-inch smart TV, desk and chair, minibar, individual climate control, mini library and ample storage including two wardrobes. Amenities include Wi-Fi, unlimited tea/coffee, bathrobe and slippers, hair dryer and sustainable bath products in the ensuite bathroom. Two category C2 cabins can be combined into a category S2 Suite.
Balcony Stateroom (C3) $7,306
Balcony Stateroom
  • Category: C3
  • Upper Deck
These 210-square-foot cabins located at the back of the Upper Deck feature floor-to-ceiling windows, sash window balcony and quiet sleep sound cancellation system. The cabins each have a European king bed or two twin beds (configured upon request), a 55-inch smart TV, desk and chair, minibar, individual climate control, mini library and ample storage including two wardrobes. Amenities include Wi-Fi, unlimited tea/coffee, bathrobe and slippers, hair dryer and sustainable bath products in the ensuite bathroom. Two category C3 cabins can be combined into a category S3 Suite.
Balcony Stateroom (C4) $7,570
Balcony Stateroom
  • Category: C4
  • Upper Deck
These 210-square-foot cabins located at the front of the Upper Deck feature floor-to-ceiling windows, sash window balcony and quiet sleep sound cancellation system. The cabins each have a European king bed or two twin beds (configured upon request), a 55-inch smart TV, desk and chair, minibar, individual climate control, mini library and ample storage including two wardrobes. Amenities include Wi-Fi, unlimited tea/coffee, bathrobe and slippers, hair dryer and sustainable bath products in the ensuite bathroom. Two category C4 cabins can be combined into a category S4 Suite.

Suite

Suite (S2) $11,605
Suite
  • Category: S2
  • Main Deck
These one-bedroom suites are located at the front of the Main Deck and offer 420 square feet of thoughtfully designed space, including a separate sitting room with comfortable lounge seating. Floor-to-ceiling windows and sash window balconies provide panoramic views. The bedroom features a European king bed or two twin beds (configured upon request), plus a 55-inch smart TV, desk and chair, minibar, individual climate control, mini library, and ample storage with four wardrobes. The ensuite bathroom includes sustainable bath products, a hair dryer, bathrobe and slippers. Additional amenities include Wi-Fi and unlimited tea/coffee.
Please note: This suite includes one bedroom only. Twin bed configuration will place both beds in the same room.
Suite (S3) $11,690
Suite
  • Category: S3
  • Upper Deck
These one-bedroom suites are located at the back of the Upper Deck and offer 420 square feet of space, featuring a separate sitting room ideal for relaxing after a day of exploration. Floor-to-ceiling windows and sash window balconies connect you with the scenery. The bedroom includes a European king bed or two twin beds (configured upon request), along with a 55-inch smart TV, desk and chair, minibar, individual climate control, mini library, and four wardrobes. The ensuite bathroom is stocked with sustainable bath products and includes a hair dryer, bathrobe and slippers. Wi-Fi and unlimited tea/coffee are included.
Please note: This suite includes one bedroom only. Twin bed configuration will place both beds in the same room.
Suite (S4) $12,112
Suite
  • Category: S4
  • Upper Deck
These one-bedroom suites are located at the front of the Upper Deck and provide 420 square feet of well-appointed space, including a separate sitting room with lounge seating. Large floor-to-ceiling windows and sash window balconies create a seamless indoor-outdoor connection. The bedroom includes a European king bed or two twin beds (configured upon request), plus a 55-inch smart TV, desk and chair, minibar, individual climate control, mini library, and four wardrobes. The ensuite bathroom features sustainable bath products, bathrobe and slippers, and a hair dryer. Wi-Fi and unlimited tea/coffee are included.
Please note: This suite includes one bedroom only. Twin bed configuration will place both beds in the same room.
Family Suite (F1) $14,190
Family Suite
  • Category: F1
  • Main Deck
These spacious two-bedroom family suites are located at the back of the Main Deck and offer 420 square feet of well-appointed living space. Each bedroom features floor-to-ceiling windows, sash window balconies, and a quiet sleep sound cancellation system for maximum comfort. Bedrooms include a European king bed or two twin beds (configured upon request), a 55-inch smart TV, desk and chair, minibar, individual climate control, mini library, and ample storage with four wardrobes. The ensuite bathroom is equipped with sustainable bath products, a hair dryer, bathrobe and slippers. Wi-Fi and unlimited tea/coffee are included.
Please note: This suite can accommodate up to four guests.

Prices are per person and include cabin fare, taxes, fees, excursions and all meals while onboard.  Airfare is available at an additional charge unless otherwise stated.

Price is per person, double occupancy.

Cost Includes: All accommodations aboard ships or in hotels per itinerary or similar, all meals and nonalcoholic beverages aboard ship, meals on land as indicated, air transportation where indicated as included, shore excursions, sightseeing and entrance fees, special access permits, transfers to and from group flights, use of snorkeling equipment and wet suits, use of kayaks (where available), tips (except to ship’s crew), taxes and service charges, services of a ship physician on most voyages, and services of our expedition staff.

Not Included: Air transportation (except where shown as included), extensions, passport, visa, immigration fees, scuba diving (where available), meals not indicated, baggage/accident/travel protection plan, items of a personal nature, such as alcoholic beverages, e-mail, laundry. Gratuities to ship’s crew at your discretion.

All fares are quoted in US Dollars.

Sun Deck

Stateroom Key

  • Suite (S2)
  • Suite (S3)
  • Suite (S4)
  • Family Suite (F1)
  • Balcony Stateroom (C1)
  • Balcony Stateroom (C2)
  • Balcony Stateroom (C3)
  • Balcony Stateroom (C4)
Upper Deck

Stateroom Key

  • Suite (S2)
  • Suite (S3)
  • Suite (S4)
  • Family Suite (F1)
  • Balcony Stateroom (C1)
  • Balcony Stateroom (C2)
  • Balcony Stateroom (C3)
  • Balcony Stateroom (C4)
Main Deck

Stateroom Key

  • Suite (S2)
  • Suite (S3)
  • Suite (S4)
  • Family Suite (F1)
  • Balcony Stateroom (C1)
  • Balcony Stateroom (C2)
  • Balcony Stateroom (C3)
  • Balcony Stateroom (C4)