River cruises through the Netherlands and Belgium bring spring into full view, with tulip fields, windmills, canals and historic towns along one easy 7-night roundtrip Amsterdam itinerary. With AmaWaterways, travelers can experience the season from the river, sailing through Dutch and Belgian waterways while enjoying onshore experiences and thoughtfully designed ships.
This itinerary is built around spring travel in Europe, when gardens are in bloom and cities feel especially easy to explore. Guests can visit places shaped by water, art and local tradition, from the windmills of Kinderdijk to the medieval streets of Bruges and the beer culture of Ghent.
For a limited time, select AmaWaterways Tulip Time sailings include $2,500 savings and up to $550 onboard credit when booking with our travel agency. Our travel advisors can help compare dates, ships, cabin options and available offers, so guests can choose the sailing that fits their plans and travel with extra confidence.
Why Cruise During Tulip Time?
Tulip Time is one of the best-known spring experiences in the Netherlands and Belgium. The route combines classic seasonal scenery with cities and towns that offer history, food, architecture and local culture.
Bruges, Belgium
Guests can look forward to:
• Tulip fields, gardens and spring blooms across the countryside
• Windmills and waterways that show the character of the Dutch landscape
• Belgian towns known for beer, medieval streets and local flavor
• Onshore Experiences designed around culture, history and active discovery
• One easy river cruise itinerary with no need to repack between stops
Because AmaWaterways ships dock close to many city centers, guests can spend more time exploring each destination and less time managing transfers.
What Makes This Itinerary Stand Out
In Kinderdijk, guests can cycle past 18th-century windmills at a UNESCO World Heritage Site and see how Dutch engineering has shaped the land for centuries. In Ghent, travelers can explore Belgian beer culture, from monastic Trappist ales to local craft beers, while discovering one of Belgium’s most interesting historic cities. In Bruges, a guided walking tour brings guests through cobbled lanes, quiet canals, Market Square and views of the Belfry bell tower. It is a good fit for travelers who enjoy walkable cities, architecture and European history.
Featured Sailing: 7-Night Tulip Time
AmaSerena
AmaSerena
March 19, 2027
Amsterdam, Netherlands; Bruinisse, Netherlands; Ghent, Belgium; Antwerp, Belgium; Nijmegen, Netherlands; Rotterdam, Netherlands; Dordrecht, Netherlands; Amsterdam, Netherlands
Special Pricing Starting from $2,979 per person
Ghent, Belgium
AmaLucia
March 25, 2027
Amsterdam, Netherlands; Bruinisse, Netherlands; Ghent, Belgium; Antwerp, Belgium; Nijmegen, Netherlands; Rotterdam, Netherlands; Dordrecht, Netherlands; Amsterdam, Netherlands
Special Pricing Starting from $2,979 per person
Antwerp, Belgium
AmaVenita
March 30, 2027
Amsterdam, Netherlands; Bruinisse, Netherlands; Ghent, Belgium; Antwerp, Belgium; Nijmegen, Netherlands; Rotterdam, Netherlands; Dordrecht, Netherlands; Amsterdam, Netherlands
Special Pricing Starting from $4,079 per person
Amsterdam, Netherlands
AmaViola
April 7 and 28, 2027
Amsterdam, Netherlands; Bruinisse, Netherlands; Ghent, Belgium; Antwerp, Belgium; Nijmegen, Netherlands; Rotterdam, Netherlands; Dordrecht, Netherlands; Amsterdam, Netherlands
Special Pricing Starting from $3,479 per person
