Date

July 2 – 9, 2025
Netherlands: July 9 - 12, 2025

Price

$5,400
$3,500

Duration

8 DAYS
4 DAYS

Availabilty

Open
Open

INTRODUCTION

When you look at a map of the dense interlacing network of inland waterways crossing Flanders and Wallonia from east to west and north to south, they depict patterns similar to those on the famous breakfast treat that features the country’s name. The same can be said of the break lines on bars of Belgium’s incredible chocolate; they, too, resemble the Belgian waffle.

Start your tour in Brussels to sample its captivating way of life, where history and chocolate intersect. Then join us for a gentle cruise focusing on the good things in life. With the abundance of cultural riches concentrated on the canal banks, you'll discover the characteristic cities, exciting sites, and unique flavors only Belgium can offer. Indulge in local specialties such as chocolate, beer, wine, and other delicacies. Discover Halle, Mons, Oudenaarde, Bruges and Ghent. Enjoy a visit to the Château de Beloeil — nicknamed the Belgian Versailles — and also tour the award-winning Chant d’Éole vineyard and wine cellar.

A memorable week awaits you aboard the beautiful hotel barge Raymonde — our home while we sample the delicious cuisine and dazzling cultural highlights of the region. Extend your stay with a three-night tour of the Netherlands, staying in fabulous Amsterdam. Don’t waffle on your decision to join this intimate tour. Our ten staterooms aboard Raymonde are sure to sell quickly!


BELGIUM HIGHLIGHTS

  • Welcome reception and dinner in Brussels
  • City tour of Brussels
  • Exclusive cruise to the heart of Wallonia and Flanders
  • The Strépy-Thieu Boat Lift and the Ronquières Inclined Plane—two extraordinary engineering achievements
  • Château de Beloeil, nicknamed the Belgian Versailles, and its immense gardens
  • The Chant d’Éole vineyard and its sparkling wines with a Belgian flair
  • Oudenaarde seen throughout the centuries
  • Bruges - Flemish architecture at its best
  • Festive Gala Dinner at conclusion of the cruise
  • All meals included
  • All drinks included with meals and at the bar


  • NETHERLANDS HIGHLIGHTS

    • The International Peace Palace at The Hague
    • Amsterdam city tour
    • Rijksmuseum
    • Canal cruise
    • Zaanse Schans
    • Edam
    • Volendam
    • Marken
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