Cruise · AMAWaterways · 7 nights

Tulip Time

Accommodation aboard luxury AmaWaterways river ships throughout journey
Choice of included excursions including bike tours, walking tours and special interest activities
Scenic cruising through Dutch waterways and tulip fields

$4,612 pp twin share

7 nights

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16 departures

Wed 22 Mar 2028 → Wed 29 Mar 2028 7 nights · Amsterdam · AmaViola Outside $4,612 Balcony $6,337 Suite $10,654 from $4,612 pp twin share Select
Fri 24 Mar 2028 → Fri 31 Mar 2028 7 nights · Amsterdam · AmaSerena Outside $4,612 Balcony $6,913 Suite $10,654 from $4,612 pp twin share Select
Sat 25 Mar 2028 → Sat 1 Apr 2028 7 nights · Amsterdam · AmaSofia Outside $4,612 Balcony $6,337 Suite $10,654 from $4,612 pp twin share Enquire
Sun 26 Mar 2028 → Sun 2 Apr 2028 7 nights · Amsterdam · AmaSiena Outside $4,612 Balcony $6,337 Suite $10,654 from $4,612 pp twin share Select
Tue 28 Mar 2028 → Tue 4 Apr 2028 7 nights · Amsterdam · AmaVenita Outside $5,475 Balcony $7,776 Suite $11,517 from $5,475 pp twin share Select

Cruise Snapshot

7 Nights

Spring river cruise through Netherlands and Belgium celebrating tulips, windmills and medieval cities

Keukenhof Gardens and Floralia spring flower shows with millions of blooms
Kinderdijk windmills and Delft porcelain factory visits
Medieval Bruges, Ghent and Antwerp with Belgian chocolate and waffles

Trip Details

Departs: Sat 25 Mar 2028
Returns: Sat 1 Apr 2028
Embarks: Amsterdam
Ship: AmaSofia
Operator: AMAWaterways

Celebrate spring in the Netherlands and Belgium when the Keukenhof Gardens and Floralia come alive. Experience the whimsical Kinderdijk windmills. Discover the timeless traditions of Delft porcelain and revel in the medieval architectural treasures of Bruges or Ghent. Throughout your journey indulge in Belgian chocolates, warm waffles and delicious cheeses—all while savoring the storybook atmosphere of the region.

This river cruise journeys through Netherlands and Belgium, calling at Amsterdam, Amsterdam, Ghent, Antwerp, Nijmegen, Dordrecht, Amsterdam and Amsterdam.

You'll sail aboard the AmaWaterways river ships AmaViola, AmaSerena and 4 sister ships.

On our river cruises, you will enjoy an extensive lineup of included tours. In many cases, you will have a choice of excursions, such as standard tours, bike tours, hikes and Special interest tours. We always include a large variety of activities so that you can choose how you want to explore. No matter your preference, your days will be full of discovery and wonder.

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AmaSofia

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Deck plans: 4

AmaSofia · Deck plans

Piano Deck

Source: AmaWaterways, captured 10 October 2026. Deck plans are provided by the cruise line and are subject to change at any time.

Day by day

Itinerary

1
Amsterdam
Sat 25 Mar
AMSTERDAM – EMBARKATION. Begin your journey in Amsterdam, where you will board your luxury ship and set sail along Dutch waterways. There, you’ll glide past Amsterdam’s historic harbor and canals.
2
Amsterdam
Sun 26 Mar
AMSTERDAM – BRUINISSE. Venture into the heart of the Dutch countryside, where canals, bridges, and thatched-roof homes transport you straight into a fairytale. Traverse through the serene countryside by bike, or wander Flevoland’s vibrant tulip fields, delighting in the timeless vistas of The Netherlands’ floral-filled landscape.
3
Ghent
Mon 27 Mar
GHENT. Let the Delta’s serene waterways lead you to Zierikzee, where history, harbors, and quaint cafés await. Explore the marvels of the Delta Works at Neeltje Jans, or pedal through the picturesque streets of Bruinisse, enjoying the region’s scenic beauty and storied history.
4
Antwerp
Tue 28 Mar
ANTWERP. Explore this trendy city on a walking tour where you’ll see Antwerp’s Steen Castle, Grote Market and Brabo Fountain, along with the UNESCO-designated Cathedral of Our Lady. For a more active exploration of the area, join a guided bike tour. Later in the afternoon, you have a choice of two excursions. Foodies will want to go on a culinary tour to indulge in chocolate, waffles, and beer. Flower lovers and gardeners can roam through the Floralia, an annual spring flower show featuring approximately one million bulbs that are hand-planted each year by the castle staff.
5
Nijmegen
Wed 29 Mar
ANTWERP. Stroll through Antwerp’s vibrant streets, from the historic Steen Castle and Brabo Fountain to the UNESCO-protected Cathedral of Our Lady, or explore the city on a guided bike tour. Later in the day, indulge in the city’s flavors on a culinary tour of chocolate, waffles, and beer, or wander the Floralia spring flower show, where a million hand-planted bulbs create a breathtaking tapestry of color.
6
Dordrecht
Thu 30 Mar
DORDRECHT, THE NETHERLANDS - ROTTERDAM. During the morning, venture to the UNESCO World Heritage Site of Kinderdijk, a lovely village renowned for having the country’s greatest concentration of windmills, all dating from the 18th century. Visit a private windmill via electric boat. You may also pedal past the windmills from the seat of a bike. In the afternoon, you can go on a walking tour of Rotterdam, nicknamed the "Gateway to Europe,” and taste local specialties. Alternatively, go on an excursion to Delft, known as the home of the painter Johannes Vermeer, Delft Blue earthenware and the Royal House. While here, you’ll visit the Royal Delft Porcelain Factory and Museum. Or, if you wish to explore the history of US immigration, join an excursion that visits Delfshaven, where, on August 1, 1620, the Pilgrim fathers departed on their epic journey aboard the Speedwell, plus tour the FENIX Museum of Migration, a former harbor warehouse transformed into a unique educational experience.
7
Amsterdam
Fri 31 Mar
AMSTERDAM. Enjoy a morning of scenic cruising before venturing out in the afternoon on a smaller boat specially designed to glide beneath the many bridges of Amsterdam. Admire the city’s historic harbor and canals, where you’ll see beautiful homes lining the water and the fabled Skinny Bridge. Alternatively, marvel at one of the most impressive public gardens in the world, Keukenhof, which presents a spectacular display of millions of flowering tulips spread out over 70 acres. Spend time ambling through this legendary garden, open only nine weeks a year and sometimes referred to as the "Garden of Europe." Note: Included on most departures; An alternative tour will operate on sailings that visit Amsterdam outside of Keukenhof’s open dates.
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Amsterdam
Sat 1 Apr
DISEMBARKATION – DEPART AMSTERDAM. Begin your journey home. – Indicates Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner are included on this day.