Day 1 - Arrival in Amsterdam
The adventure begins as you board your five-star ship in Amsterdam.
Day 2 - Keukenhof & Amsterdam
Marvel at the colours of Keukenhof, the heart of the glorious Dutch bulbfields then spend an afternoon at leisure in Amsterdam.
Day 3 - Arnhem
Relax with a morning cruising, then visit the battle HQ of the British 1st Airborne Division at Oosterbeek.
Day 4 - Antwerp
Spend the morning at leisure before a guided tour of Antwerp, birthplace of Rubens – the Baroque master.
Day 5 - Ghent or Ypres
Choose a guided tour of Ghent with the afternoon to explore or join a full-day tour to Ypres.
Day 6 - Bruges
Discover Bruges on a guided tour, with free time to explore the city further.
Day 7 - Amsterdam
After a final morning sailing, explore Amsterdam on a glass-topped canal boat before free time.
Day 8 - Return home
It’s time to say goodbye to your crew and start the journey home.
As with all Riviera Travel cruise ships, MS George Eliot was built to the highest specifications and strict safety regulations by Scylla AG, world-renowned builders of the most modern cruisers in Europe.
Guests are welcomed in the elegant lobby with its gleaming marble floor, well-lit by sophisticated lighting. Thoughtful design is on tasteful display throughout the ship – sustainable hardwood furniture, intricate wrought-iron work, and polished copper and brass are beautifully complemented by soft leather and sumptuous Italian fabrics.
MS George Eliot offers the convivial ambience and personal service of a luxury boutique hotel with an enjoyable and intimate service.
There are 70 luxuriously appointed suites and cabins, which all feature an en-suite bathroom with shower, individually controlled air-conditioning, flat-screen TV, hairdryer, safe, mini fridge, telephone and facilities for making tea and coffee. Complimentary Wi-Fi is available throughout the ship.
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