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A-ROSA River Cruises, Experience the Northern Rhine from Cologne, May 21, 2023
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Cruising from: Cologne, Germany;
Departure Date: 21 May, 2023;
Cruise Line: A-ROSA River Cruises;
Cruise Ship: A-ROSA Aqua;
Duration: 7 days;
Ports of Call: Cologne, Willemstad, Ghent, Antwerp, Amsterdam, Hoorn, Emmerich, Cologne;
7-day cruise to Cologne, Willemstad, Ghent, Antwerp, Amsterdam, Hoorn, Emmerich, Cologne on board A-ROSA Aqua.
Day 0 Cologne, Germany
Cologne is fourth largest city in Germany and largest city of the Land of North Rhine-Westphalia. One of the key inland ports of Europe, it is the historic, cultural, and economic capital of the Rhineland. Cologne is famous for its 12 great Romanesque churches - especially the magnificent Cologne Cathedral - all an easy walk from the historic Old Town. Its university is one of the oldest and largest in Europe. Among its attractions are Roman remains, medieval churches, Baroque palaces, and museums that reflect such diverse subjects and the various products for which it is known: fragrances, mustard, and chocolate.
Day 1 Willemstad, Netherlands
Willemstad, Netherlands. Cruising Dutch-Belgian Waterways. Netherlands river cruise.
Day 2 Ghent, Belgium
Ghent is the Belgium's fourth-largest - and most beautiful - city and home to a quarter of a million people and a flourishing flower export trade. An important port, Ghent's city center is a pedestrian area that is like. Ghent is a perfect blend of industry and medieval architecture which will appease every travellers European city palette. Nightlife and food are also good with some truly great food being served at a range of restaurants that will suit all budgets. Beer is king in Belgium and Ghent is home to the famous Gruut beer.
Day 3 Antwerp, Belgium
Antwerp is Belgium's second city and one of the biggest port in the world, second in Europe. Famous for its vibrant fashion and entertainment scene, along with its architectural and cultural contrasts, Antwerpen is a favorite destination of travelers. The old city, within the arc once formed by the 16th-century fortifications, has many narrow, winding streets and old buildings. This area contains the Cathedral of Our Lady, one of the nation's finest Gothic buildings.
Day 4 Amsterdam, Netherlands
Amsterdam is the capital and most populous city of the Netherlands. Amsterdam has a rich history and famous Amsterdam residents include the diarist Anne Frank, artists Rembrandt and Van Gogh, and philosopher Baruch Spinoza. Beside many parks, open spaces, and squares throughout the city, Amsterdam is famous for De Wallen, the red-light district. It is an unusual city to explore.
Day 5 Hoorn, Netherlands
Hoorn, a municipality and a town in the Netherlands, is a small shopping paradise with lots of terraces and restaurants to enjoy and rest. For visitors who want to be active for a few hours, Hoorn offers excellent water sports facilities. The dunes and beaches nearby are perfect spots for nature lovers. The shopping center of Hoorn is a real shoppers paradise with many independent boutiques, original gift shops, some fascinating antique stores, as well as some really interesting craft shops.
Day 6 Emmerich, Germany
Emmerich, Germany. Cruising Rhine. Germany river cruise.
Day 7 Cologne, Germany
Cologne is fourth largest city in Germany and largest city of the Land of North Rhine-Westphalia. One of the key inland ports of Europe, it is the historic, cultural, and economic capital of the Rhineland. Cologne is famous for its 12 great Romanesque churches - especially the magnificent Cologne Cathedral - all an easy walk from the historic Old Town. Its university is one of the oldest and largest in Europe. Among its attractions are Roman remains, medieval churches, Baroque palaces, and museums that reflect such diverse subjects and the various products for which it is known: fragrances, mustard, and chocolate.
Enjoy magnificent scenery and unique experiences on this Rhine river cruise with A-ROSA River Cruises. Sail with A-ROSA River Cruises from Cologne to Rhine on board A-ROSA Aqua. Discover the best of Germany, Netherlands, Belgium on this Rhine cruise and discover amazing Cologne, Willemstad, Ghent, Antwerp, Amsterdam, Hoorn, Emmerich, Cologne. A-ROSA Aqua leaving Cologne, Germany for 7 day from May 21, 2023.
Port order and/or content may vary, please check specific sailing date for details at A-ROSA River Cruises website. Port arrival and departure times are approximate and subject to change without notice. For more information please visit the A-ROSA River Cruises website.