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Rhine Experience Netherlands & Belgium 2026

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Start and end in Cologne
4.1 (10 reviews)

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River Cruise
Cruise scenic waterways for effortless exploration
Fully Guided
An experienced guide will be with you for the entire tour
Low Intensity
Travelers can expect some light physical activities
Guided in English
Other languages on request: German
Group Size 15 - 202
All Ages Welcome

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Itinerary

  1. Intro

    Introduction

  2. Day 1

    Cologne

    Cologne
    Meals
    Breakfast (Comprehensive breakfast buffet with live-cooking stations), Lunch (Comprehensive lunch buffet with live-cooking stations), Dinner (Comprehensive dinner buffet with live-cooking stations), Snack (Embarkation snack, daily tea and coffee time)

    Included Activities

    • Free e-bikes for independent exploration (subject to availability)

    Optional Activities

    • Climb Cologne Cathedral tower for city views
    • Walk along the Rhine
    • Visit local cafes and bars for Kölsch beer
    Landmarks
    Cologne Cathedral
  3. Day 2

    Willemstad

    Willemstad
    Meals
    Breakfast (Comprehensive breakfast buffet with live-cooking stations), Lunch (Comprehensive lunch buffet with live-cooking stations), Dinner (Comprehensive dinner buffet with live-cooking stations), Snack (Daily tea and coffee time)

    Included Activities

    • Free e-bikes for independent exploration (subject to availability)

    Optional Activities

    • Walk through the town and harbour
    • Discover the windmill
    • Explore historic fortifications
    Landmarks
    Willemstad Fortress
    Willemstad Windmill
  4. Day 3

    Ghent

    Ghent
    Meals
    Breakfast (Comprehensive breakfast buffet with live-cooking stations), Lunch (Comprehensive lunch buffet with live-cooking stations), Dinner (Comprehensive dinner buffet with live-cooking stations), Snack (Daily tea and coffee time)

    Included Activities

    • Free e-bikes for independent exploration (subject to availability)

    Optional Activities

    • Visit cultural attractions
    • Explore nightlife and restaurants
    • Attend Gentse Feesten festival (July only)
    • View illuminated architectural monuments
    Landmarks
    Ghent Historic City Centre
  5. Day 4

    Middelburg

    Middelburg
    Meals
    Breakfast (Comprehensive breakfast buffet with live-cooking stations), Lunch (Comprehensive lunch buffet with live-cooking stations), Dinner (Comprehensive dinner buffet with live-cooking stations), Snack (Daily tea and coffee time)

    Included Activities

    • Free e-bikes for independent exploration (subject to availability)

    Optional Activities

    • Climb Tall John tower at the abbey for views
    • View the Gothic town hall
    • Walk along the canals
    • Visit cafes and boutiques along the canals
    • Explore Zeeuws Museum
    Landmarks
    Middelburg Abbey
    Tall John (Abbey Tower)
    Middelburg Town Hall
    Zeeuws Museum
  6. Day 5

    Brussels

    Brussels
    Meals
    Breakfast (Comprehensive breakfast buffet with live-cooking stations), Lunch (Comprehensive lunch buffet with live-cooking stations), Dinner (Comprehensive dinner buffet with live-cooking stations), Snack (Daily tea and coffee time)

    Included Activities

    • Free e-bikes for independent exploration (subject to availability)

    Optional Activities

    • Visit Manneken Pis statue
    • Explore Brussels city centre
    • Sample Belgian specialities and cuisine
    • Purchase Belgian chocolates
    Landmarks
    Manneken Pis
    Brussels Grand Place
  7. Day 6

    Gorinchem

    Gorinchem
    Meals
    Breakfast (Comprehensive breakfast buffet with live-cooking stations), Lunch (Comprehensive lunch buffet with live-cooking stations), Dinner (Comprehensive dinner buffet with live-cooking stations), Snack (Daily tea and coffee time)

    Included Activities

    • Free e-bikes for independent exploration (subject to availability)

    Optional Activities

    • Walk the rampart footpath
    • View fortifications
    • Shop on Langendijk street
    • Explore historic town
    Landmarks
    Gorinchem Fortifications
    Langendijk
  8. Day 7

    Emmerich

    Emmerich
    Meals
    Breakfast (Comprehensive breakfast buffet with live-cooking stations), Lunch (Comprehensive lunch buffet with live-cooking stations), Dinner (Comprehensive dinner buffet with live-cooking stations), Snack (Daily tea and coffee time)

    Included Activities

    • Free e-bikes for independent exploration (subject to availability)

    Optional Activities

    • Walk along the promenade
    • Enjoy Rhine views
    • Photograph the Golden Gate Bridge
    Landmarks
    Golden Gate Bridge of the Lower Rhine
    Emmerich Rhine Promenade
  9. Day 8

    Cologne

    Cologne
    Meals
    Breakfast (Comprehensive breakfast buffet with live-cooking stations), Lunch (Comprehensive lunch buffet with live-cooking stations), Dinner (Comprehensive dinner buffet with live-cooking stations), Snack (Daily tea and coffee time)

    Included Activities

    • Free e-bikes for independent exploration (subject to availability)

    Optional Activities

    • Revisit Cologne Cathedral
    • Climb cathedral tower
    • Explore remaining areas of the city
    Landmarks
    Cologne Cathedral

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4.0 (190 reviews)
Response time
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Response rate
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A-ROSA Ship

  • A-ROSA AQUA
    A-ROSA AQUA
    Cruising on a river is certainly not the fastest mode of transportation. ­  And the countless meanders of the Rhine are not the fastes… Read more
    Capacity
    Built
    2009
    Built
    2009
    Guests
    202
    Guests
    Crew
    Crew
    54
    Length
    135 m / 443 ft
    Length
    135 m
    Width
    11.4 m / 36 ft
    Width
    11,4 m
    Suites
    Staterooms
    99
    Staterooms
    Registry
    Gross Tonnage
    Gross Tonnage
    3600 gt
    Electricity
    four 331 kW/overall 1.800 PS
    Beam
    Cruising Speed
    12 kn / 22 kph / 14 mph
    Cruising Speed
    max. 22 km/h
    Generators
    Engines
    Draft
    Cabin
    Deck
    Deck with Cabins
    Country/Region
    Belgium, Netherlands, Germany

Traveler Moments

Traveler Reviews

4.1
Overall rating based on 10 Reviews
  • Itinerary
    4.4
  • Transport
    4.2
  • Guide
    3.8
  • Accommodation
    4.3
  • Food
    4.5
  • 4.0

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  • Adam5.0•September 2026
    This was our first cruise, so our expectations were based only on what we imagined. The booking process with...
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    Traveled in September 2026
    Reply from: A-ROSA
    Dear Adam, Thank you so much for your lovely feedback! We’re delighted that you enjoyed your first cruise experience with A-ROSA, from our friendly crew and cuisine to exploring the wonderful destinations along the Rhine. We would love to welcome you back on board for another A-ROSA cruise in the future! The A-ROSA Team
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  • DOMITIAN5.0•September 2026
    OK.The whole cruise was excelent.
    Traveled in September 2026
    Reply from: A-ROSA
    Dear Domitian, thank you for your excellent review. We hope to welcome you back aboard one of our ships soon. The A-ROSA Team
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  • Wendy5.0•June 2026
    We enjoyed our cruise. It was great! 👍 We were the only English speaking onboard, an all German cruise. However when...
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    Traveled in June 2026
    Reply from: A-ROSA
    Dear Wendy, thank you so much for your wonderful review! 😊 We are delighted to hear that you enjoyed your cruise and had such a positive experience on board. It’s great to know that, you always felt comfortable and well taken care of by our crew. We’re especially happy that you appreciated the unique itineraries and charming, less touristy destinations. We will gladly pass your compliments on to Karina. We truly appreciate you taking the time to share your experience and hope to welcome you on board again soon. The A-ROSA Team
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  • Amy5.0•May 2026
    Our family of five recently sailed with A-ROSA, and we are already talking about when we can go again. What stood...
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    Traveled in May 2026
    Reply from: A-ROSA
    Dear Amy, thank you so much for spending your holiday with us on board. We always appreciate such detailed reviews, and of course we’re even more delighted when they’re so positive. We’re looking forward to sharing this review with our crew, and can’t wait to welcome you back as our guests. Best wishes! The A-ROSA Team
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  • Erna
    Erna4.0•May 2026
    The itinerary was great with many wonderful stop. Unfortunately the Cruise information on board was only in German...
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    Traveled in May 2026
    Reply from: A-ROSA
    Dear Erna, thank you very much for your positive review of our river cruise. We have taken note of your comments for future reference and passed them on to the relevant departments. We hope to welcome you back on board one of our ships soon. The A-ROSA Team
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  • Paula5.0•November 2025
    very comfortable room, pleasant staff, excellent food.
    Traveled in September 2025
    Reply from: A-ROSA
    Dear Paula, thank you so much for your review. We’re glad you enjoyed your cruise! We would be very happy to welcome you back on board for another cruise soon. Best regards, A-ROSA Team
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  • Helen2.0•October 2025
    My overall experience in relation to spoken English language throughout the cruise by the ships...
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    Traveled in October 2025
    Reply from: A-ROSA
    Dear Helen, thank you for your review. We are disappointed to hear that our bilingual standard was not maintained during your trip. Our aim is to offer river cruises in both German and English. In this regard, the information on the TourRadar website is correct. We forwarded your message to our Complaints Department and you will receive a detailed reply. Best regards, A-ROSA Team
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  • Peter
    Peter4.0•September 2025
    Service on board was excellent! Waiters and room service were great. But entertainment wise was rather poor. Cruise...
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    Traveled in August 2025
    Reply from: A-ROSA
    Dear Peter, thank you so much for your review. We are delighted that you were satisfied with the service on board. We will pass on your comments regarding the lack of information in English. This is not our standard. Best regards, A-ROSA Team
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  • Ines
    Ines2.0•September 2025
    When booking such a river cruise and the details say that the language on board will be in German and English, it...
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    Traveled in August 2025
    Reply from: A-ROSA
    Dear Inez, thank you for your review. We are disappointed to hear that our bilingual standard was not maintained during your trip. We will pass this on accordingly, as our aim is to offer river cruises in both German and English. Best regards, A-ROSA Team
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  • elizabeth
    elizabeth4.0•July 2024
    Clean boat, staff efficient, abundant food, but where were the ten destinations
    Traveled in July 2024
    Reply from: A-ROSA
    Dear Ms. Adams, thank you for leaving a review. We are very glad that you enjoyed your time on board. We always strive to create the best experiences and our crew is the heart and soul of it! We have checked the listing and corrected the title to match the itinerary accordingly. Apologies for the inconvenience. Kindest regards, Team A-ROSA
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    Karen

    Asked on September 6th, 2025

    are shore excursions included in the guided tout

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    • A-ROSAOperator•Written September 2025

      Shore excursions are at an add-on cost. They are to be reserved before departure and paid for once you embark on the cruise.

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    Jordan

    Asked on December 22nd, 2024

    I'm interested in your Belgium tour package I have to travel in April 2025 with my wife and my son. You have any package available in this month

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    Tour Details
    • A-ROSAOperator•Written December 2024

      Yes, indeed we do have departure dates in the month of April of 2025. Could you kindly let us know the exact age of your child so that we can quote you pricing and relevant details?

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    Kate

    Asked on October 2nd, 2024

    Just a little confused, on this rhine Netherlands, two separate quotes one includes Emmerich, but without this the quote is cheaper. where would we be on day seven, surely the same place.

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    Tour Details
    • A-ROSAOperator•Written October 2024

      That's a really good question. I've taken a look and it seems like our website has a duplicate of the same itinerary as both of them include Emmerich. The base price difference must be that the itineraries are displaying different cabin categories. I have advised our tech team to remove one of the pages. The correct itinerary is 7 Nights from Cologne, Willemstad, Ghent, Vlissingen, Brussels, Gorinchem and Emmerich to Cologne. At the moment we have the following availability on July 26th, 2025: Category A 2-bed outside cabin, Deck 1 with porthole windows- Price per person €898.00, around 774.92 GBP. Category C 2-bed outside cabin, Deck 2 with Juliette balcony - Price per person €1,198.00, around 1,060.82 GBP. Category D 2-bed outside cabin, Deck 3 with Juliette balcony - Price per person €1,298.00, around 1,149.80 GBP.

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    Samuel

    Asked on April 29th, 2024

    Are excursions and tours in English?

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    • S

      Samuel

      Traveler•Written April 2024

      I am a repeated traveler with TourRadar and A-Rosa and used to get a discount applied to my final charge. Can the discount be applied again?

    • A-ROSAOperator•Written April 2024

      Excursions will be conducted in English and German

    • A-ROSAOperator•Written April 2024

      This travel date does have a significant discount that we are more than happy to extend to you once you select a cabin category.

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      Samuel

      Traveler•Written May 2024

      Do you have any news for me about the discount that was offered in the voucher that I sent?

    • A-ROSAOperator•Written May 2024

      The operator has responded and has provided clarity. Since this itinerary and travel date is already discounted up to 30% they will not allow you to stack the voucher.

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