Tour Belgian Holiday Markets (2024) (Brussels To Brussels, 2024)

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7-night cruise in a riverview stateroom on the imperial River Empress Lavishly appointed riverview staterooms and suites have handcrafted Savoir® Beds of England, high thread count 100% Egyptian cotton sheets and European duvets, and a menu of pillow options Free Internet and Wi-Fi access

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3 countries: Belgium, the Netherlands and Germany 2 UNESCO World Heritage sites Services of an experienced Uniworld Cruise Manager Cultural enrichment, including a Signature Lecture Group Transfers are included on arrival and departure days (please see terms and conditions for transfer guidelines) Gratuities for onboard personnel (ship staff, crew, Cruise/Tour Manager) are included during the cruise/tour Captivating onboard local entertainment Excursions included: - Brussels City Tour with Chocolate Tasting - Brussels Christmas Market - Hasselt Walking Tour with Christmas Market - Aachen Christmas Market - Christmas in the Caves - Antwerp Walk with Concert Additional excursions to choose from: - Ghent Walking Tour with Christmas Market - Bruges Walking Tour with Christmas Market - The Nottebohm Room - Antwerp Beer Tasting

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Day 1 Day 1: Brussels (Embark)
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 1: Brussels (Embark)

Arrive at Brussels Airport. If your cruise package includes a group arrival transfer, or if you have purchased a private arrival transfer, you will be greeted by a Uniworld representative and transferred to the ship.
Day 2 Day 2: Brussels
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 2: Brussels

Brussels, the capital of Belgium, offers a treasure trove of historic architecture, along with a rich culinary tradition—chocolate!—and a vibrant culinary capital. Food lovers will be lured by the divine aromas drifting from the many holiday market stalls, while others will be attracted to the city’s enchanting architecture and elaborate Christmas displays.

Excursions included:
- Brussels City Tour with Chocolate Tasting
- Brussels Christmas Market
Day 3 Day 3: Ghent
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 3: Ghent

Visit one of two national gems: beautiful Bruges, the capital of West Flanders and one of the best-preserved medieval cities in Europe, or fascinating Ghent, the capital city of East Flanders, whose long history does not weigh on its vibrant present. Belgium’s second-largest city, Ghent abounds in medieval architecture, which makes for a particularly magical canvas for the town’s Christmastime decorations.

Excursions to choose - pick 1:
- Ghent Walking Tour with Christmas Market
- Bruges Walking Tour with Christmas Market
Day 4 Day 4: Hasselt
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 4: Hasselt

Today, you’ll explore the trendy-yet-quaint town of Hasselt. A blend of city interest—with plenty of cafés, shopping and the area’s largest Christmas market—and an easygoing, small-town atmosphere, the mostly car-free Hasselt is a charming place to explore on foot. It is also, as you can discover at one of the tasting booths in the market, known as the unofficial capital of Belgium’s famous spirit, Jenever.

Excursions included:
- Hasselt Walking Tour with Christmas Market
Day 5 Day 5: Maastricht
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 5: Maastricht

Venture into the Netherlands to visit Maastricht, known as one of the most beautiful and romantic cities of Holland and loved for its convivial lifestyle and historic center, which has long played a strategic role in European politics. Not only will you explore this city’s Christmas market, but you will also have the opportunity to head into Germany to visit the famous Aachen Christmas Market.

Excursions included:
- Aachen Christmas Market
- Christmas in the Caves
Day 6 Day 6: Antwerp
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 6: Antwerp

Discover an eclectic mix of historic and modern in Belgium’s “Second City,” Antwerp. The town intersperses its well-preserved medieval buildings with artful modern architecture, but you’ll find your final Christmas market for this journey centered in Antwerp’s Old Town, lighting up nostalgic facades and the local castle to create the perfect backdrop for this festive event.

Excursions included:
- Antwerp Walk with Concert
Day 7 Day 7: Antwerp
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 7: Antwerp

You’ll find a penchant for all things high quality in the country’s biggest port city. Diamonds, art, fashion, and more compete for attention here, so you’re sure to find just the thing to make your time in Antwerp memorable.

Excursions to choose - pick 1:
- The Nottebohm Room
- Antwerp Beer Tasting
Day 8 Day 8: Brussels (Disembark)
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 8: Brussels (Disembark)

Disembark the ship. If your cruise package includes a group departure transfer, or if you have purchased a private departure transfer, you will be transferred to Brussels Airport for your flight home.

8 days tour

Belgian Holiday Markets (2024) (Brussels To Brussels, 2024)

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Itinerary of your trip Belgian Holiday Markets (2024) (Brussels To Brussels, 2024)

Day 1: Brussels (Embark)

Day 2: Brussels

Day 3: Ghent

Day 4: Hasselt

Day 5: Maastricht

Day 6: Antwerp

Day 7: Antwerp

Day 8: Brussels (Disembark)

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