Itinerary
- Day 1
Cologne
You'll arrive in Cologne with the morning and afternoon ahead of you. The ship doesn't leave until 17:00, so there's time to wander through this cathedral city on your own. Check out the monuments and various attractions at whatever pace suits you before heading back to board around late afternoon.
- Meals
- Dinner (A-ROSA ALEA, CLEA and ALVA dinner partly à la carte)
Optional Activities
- Explore Cologne cathedral city and its monuments
- Relax in Cologne before cruise departure
Landmarks Cologne Cathedral 
- Day 2
Willemstad
Docking in Willemstad at 11:00 gives you a solid day to explore this quiet former Dutch fortress village. Walk through the charming harbor area and keep an eye out for the typical windmill as you wander the town's peaceful streets. You'll need to be back before the 20:30 departure.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner (A-ROSA ALEA, CLEA and ALVA dinner partly à la carte)
Optional Activities
- Walk through Willemstad and discover the windmill
- Explore the harbor of Willemstad
Landmarks Willemstad Fortress - Day 3
Ghent
Your early 05:00 arrival in Ghent means you have most of the day to work with. Start by checking out Saint Bavo's Cathedral with its baroque architecture, then head to Gravensteen castle to see the impressive fortification. Walk around the old town and grab some Belgian coffee and local food along the way. The ship leaves at 21:00, so you've got plenty of time.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner (A-ROSA ALEA, CLEA and ALVA dinner partly à la carte)
Optional Activities
- Visit Saint Bavo's Cathedral
- Explore Gravensteen castle
- Wander Ghent's old town
- Sample Belgian coffee and delicacies
Landmarks Saint Bavo's Cathedral Gravensteen - Day 4
Vlissingen
Arriving very early at 02:00 in Vlissingen gives you a full day at this seaside resort. You can relax on the beautiful beaches and take a walk along the long promenade to soak in the maritime feel. If you're interested, the muZEEm museum has modern multimedia displays covering the region's history. Ship departs at 20:00.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner (A-ROSA ALEA, CLEA and ALVA dinner partly à la carte)
Optional Activities
- Relax on the beaches of Vlissingen
- Walk along the promenade
- Visit muZEEm museum
Landmarks muZEEm - Day 5
Brussels
You'll arrive in Brussels at 08:00 with most of the day ahead in Belgium's capital and EU headquarters. Walk around to see the famous Manneken Pis statue, try some Belgian specialties, and pick up authentic Belgian chocolates to take with you. There's time to explore before boarding at 22:00.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner (A-ROSA ALEA, CLEA and ALVA dinner partly à la carte)
Optional Activities
- Visit Manneken Pis statue
- Explore Brussels attractions
- Sample Belgian specialties
- Purchase Belgian chocolates
Landmarks Manneken Pis 
- Day 6
Gorinchem
Arriving at 13:00 in Gorinchem, the largest fortified town in the Netherlands, gives you the afternoon and evening. You can walk the special footpath along the well-preserved fortifications for nice views of the town. After that, head to Langendijk, which is the town's main shopping street featuring modern shops set in historic buildings. The ship departs at 23:00.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner (A-ROSA ALEA, CLEA and ALVA dinner partly à la carte)
Optional Activities
- Walk the footpath over the ramparts
- Shop on Langendijk shopping street
Landmarks Gorinchem Fortifications - Day 7
Emmerich
You'll get to Emmerich at 09:00 with a few hours to spend in this small Rhine town. Take a stroll along the promenade and enjoy the views of the river. Look for the 'Golden Gate Bridge of the Lower Rhine', a striking red suspension bridge that makes for a good photo. The ship leaves at 15:00, so time is a bit tighter this stop.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch
Optional Activities
- Stroll along the promenade
- View the Rhine
- Photograph the Golden Gate Bridge of the Lower Rhine
Landmarks Golden Gate Bridge of the Lower Rhine - Day 8
Cologne
Your ship arrives back in Cologne at 06:00 and it's time to disembark. If you want more time in the cathedral city, you could explore additional monuments and attractions before heading out, or stick with your departure plans.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Optional Activities
- Explore Cologne cathedral city and its monuments
Landmarks Cologne Cathedral
