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Weekend Escape to Holland & Belgium Cruise

Weekend Escape to Holland & Belgium Cruise

Join us for a festive weekend cruise to Holland and Belgium, visiting three incredible cities at their most magical. Explore Bruges’ chocolate-scented lanes, Amsterdam’s sparkling canals and Rotterdam’s lively waterfront. With Christmas lights, winter markets and the comfort of your cruise ship throughout, it’s the ideal December escape.

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Join us for a festive weekend cruise to Holland and Belgium, visiting three incredible cities at their most magical. Explore Bruges’ chocolate-scented lanes, Amsterdam’s sparkling canals and Rotterdam’s lively waterfront. With Christmas lights, winter markets and the comfort of your cruise ship throughout, it’s the ideal December escape.

Ambition (Ambassador Ship)

Ambition carries up to 1200 passengers in 680 cabins. There are 2 main restaurants on board, along with other speciality dining options and a casual bistro-style café. Enjoy a drink in 1 of the 4 bars, lounges and pub. You’ll also find a theatre, card room, library and craft studio on board. Other facilities include a wellness centre, gym, swimming pool and a range of shops. There are numerous lifts on this ship.

The price of your holiday includes:

  • Coach transfers to/from Tilbury Port

  • A driver or hostess on board the cruise throughout

  • 4 nights en suite accommodation on Ambition

  • Exceptional full board cuisine (breakfast, lunch and dinner throughout)

  • All port taxes, fees and charges 

  • Porterage of luggage between the coach and cabin

  • Spa access 

  • Use of gym, swimming pool and hot tubs 

  • Range of fitness, dance and wellness classes 

  • Amazing entertainment 

 

 

 

 

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Friday

Friday - London Tilbury
Today we take you to London Tilbury via coach to embark on your Ambassador Cruise! A member of Belle Coaches staff will join you on your cruise. You set sail this evening and make your way to Bruges!

Saturday

Saturday - Zeebrugge for Bruges
You arrive in Zeebrugge at approximately 8 o'clock this morning, nestled along Belgium's coast. There will be a transfer available for you to book (chargeable) to take you into Bruges if you so wish*. Bruges is home to one of Europe's most charming Christmas markets. With an abundance of twinkling lights and impressive Christmas decorations, you'll no doubt leave here feeling very festive! You depart Zeebrugge at around 6 o'clock this evening.

Sunday

Sunday - Ijmuiden for Amsterdam
You dock into Ijmuiden, on the Dutch coast, at around 8 o'clock this morning. There will be a transfer available for you to book (chargeable) to take you into Amsterdam if you so wish*. Perhaps take a canal cruise in Amsterdam, visit a Christmas market or the Diamond Museum (not included). You depart Ijmuiden at around 6 o'clock this evening.

Monday

Monday - Rotterdam
This morning you arrive into Rotterdam at approximately. 8 o'clock. Rotterdam is the Netherlands' modern metropolis, boasts a skyline melding maritime heritage with contemporary innovation. Explore the historic Delfshaven district, ascend the iconic Euromast tower for panoramic views, and experience the delights of Markthal, a bustling food market showcasing local delicacies. You depart here at around 6 o'clock this evening to begin your journey back to the UK.

Tuesday

Tuesday - London Tilbury
You arrive back at London Tilbury at around 8 o'clock this morning. A Belle Coach and driver will be there to pick you up this morning and bring you back to East Anglia!

Please note: Unless otherwise stated, admission prices into places of interest are not included. Christmas market details are subject to 2025 dates. A £200.00 per person non-refundable deposit is required to secure your place on this cruise.

 

You can upgrade to the Ambassador Fare for £160.00pp at the time of booking which includes gratuities and premium drinks on board. Gratuities are charged at £7 per person per night and are compulsory. Upgrading to this fare at a later date than the time of booking will incur additional charges.

 

You will be required to check in yourself online 72 hours prior to the cruise departing, this is mandatory, and details will be sent to you via email directly from Ambassador, so please ensure you provide us with your correct email address.

 

You must make us aware of any dietary requirements and allergies at the time of booking. If you have an airborne allergy unfortunately this cruise is not suitable for you due to the makeup of the ship. 

 

Travel Insurance is compulsory for this cruise; it must cover cruising and all medical conditions. If you do not have adequate insurance, Ambassador reserve the right to refuse entry onto the ship.

 

*Excursions and transfers will be available to book around 8 weeks before you travel via your Ambassador account. These will be charged to your on-board account to be paid whilst on board.

 

Full Terms & Conditions can be found on our website www.bellecoaches.co.uk.  Alternatively, a copy can be obtained from one of our booking offices. Your attention is also drawn to the Bonded Coach Holiday Group Trading Charter that will apply to these coach package holidays. Details of the Package Travel and Linked Travel Arrangements Regulations 2018 can be found at    www.legislation.gov.uk/ukdsi/2018/9780111168479/contents

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