Rhine Experience Netherlands & Belgium 2025

Experience the historic fortified city on Hollands Diep. Willemstad got its name from William of Orange, who was considered the "father of the fatherland" and was murdered in 1584. Willemstad was particularly characterised by its strategically favourable location on Hollands Diep. Stroll past the old town hall, the domed church and the star-shaped fortress and visit one of the old bunkers.

Welcome to a bike tour through enchanting Willemstad, a historic city with a unique charm. By bike, you will not only explore the rich history, but also the picturesque canals of this Dutch pearl. Willemstad is known for its well-preserved fortifications, which you will pass on the tour. Continue through the small town of Klundert and on to Fort Sabrina. Enjoy the passing landscape!

The excursion cannot be booked for cruises with the A-ROSA ALEA or A-ROSA CLEA.

Experience the port and university city of Ghent. In the Middle Ages, Ghent was a powerful city state, today the city has many sights to offer. Stroll past the St. Bvo Cathedral or visit the Count's Castle. Your English-speaking guide will tell you everything you want to know about the city and take you to the corners of Ghent that are worth seeing.

As a university and port city, Ghent has a lot to offer. Let us drive you comfortably to the picturesque old town and pass the Belfort and St. Bavo's Cathedral. A visit to the Gravensteen Castle or a visit to the numerous museums is also recommended. If desired, an English-speaking guide can be booked to introduce you to the history of Ghent.

The picturesque old town of Ghent with its beautiful buildings such as the St. Bavo Cathedral or the 100m high bell tower Belfry offer an unforgettable cityscape. Discover the port and university city of Ghent as a couple and let yourself be driven from A to B in your private car.

Experience Ghent from a new perspective on this private e-boat tour. You will be picked up in front of the ship and driven comfortably to the canal boat moorings and then you are ready to go. In the comfort of the e-boat, the historic city centre with its various sights passes you by. For example, you will pass the St. Bavo Church, the Belfort and the Gravensteen Castle. Typical for Belgium is not only the delicious chocolate, but also the beer! During your cruise you can taste two typical beers and fortify yourself with a mixed platter.

Discover the highlights of this Flemish city as you are driven past Ghent Belfry (a bell tower that’s almost 100 metres high), the baroque Saint Bavo’s Cathedral, the moated castle and the beautiful guild houses that line the bank of the Lieve Canal. You’ll also have some free time to look around the city centre and sample typical Belgian specialities such as waffles, frites and local beer.

The excursion cannot be booked for cruises with the A-ROSA ALEA or A-ROSA CLEA.

After a short walk from the ship, we will take you on a 40-minute canal tour, where you will experience Ghent from a whole new perspective. Listen to anecdotes about medieval sights and marvel at the panoramic views. Passing the St. Bavo Church, the Gravensteen Castle and the Belfry of Ghent, you will explore the highlights of the city on the Leie.

Bruges is considered the most beautiful city in Belgium. No wonder, because the medieval old town within the ramparts is still almost completely preserved. As early as the 12th and 13th centuries, the city blossomed into a world-famous trading metropolis. Your excursion takes you through a beguinage, along the canals through the old town to the market square with its pretty gabled houses and to the 12th century Basilica of the Holy Blood. After visiting this beautiful old town, you have some free time before returning to the ship in Ghent.

One of the most exciting towns in the Dutch province of Zeeland is undoubtedly Vlissingen. The main attractions of Vlissingen are the long promenade - the longest in the Netherlands, by the way - and the pretty beaches. You could almost forget that the town has 300 buildings to which it owes its typical seaside character. Explore them on a guided walk through the coastal city.

Join us on an excursion to the impressive Delta Works, a masterpiece of hydraulic engineering. Marvel at the imposing scale of the Delta Works, which protects the Netherlands from the rough waves of the North Sea. After an introduction to the Delta Works, explore the storm surge barrier and hear fascinating stories about this impressive project. Afterwards, enjoy some leisure time at Delta Park before returning to the ship by coach.

Join us on a bike tour with the soothing sounds of the sea in your ears. First discover the centre of Vlissingen with its maritime atmosphere and rich history. Then let yourself be enchanted by the beautiful coastal route and enjoy the view of the North Sea. Past a peaceful landscape with windmills, you will get to know the surroundings of Vlissingen at a leisurely pace.

The excursion cannot be booked for cruises with the A-ROSA ALEA or A-ROSA CLEA.

This tour will take you around Belgium’s exciting capital city. It’s a place that immigrants from all corners of the earth have made their home, bringing elements of their own cultures with them. It’s also where modern architecture meets historical pomp and splendour. And, of course, Brussels is the capital of Europe, home to the Council of the European Union, the European Commission, NATO and Euratom. As well as seeing the city’s landmarks such as the Atomium and Manneken Pis, you’ll visit the Grand-Place. With its baroque guild houses and Gothic town hall, it is considered one of the most beautiful squares of its kind in the world and is a UNESCO World Heritage Site.

Welcome to Brussels, the vibrant capital of Belgium, where history, culture and delicious chocolate meet! From our mooring place, you will travel by coach to the centre of Brussels, where you can experience fascinating streets and squares. Discover the charm of the metropolis during individual sightseeing tours and let yourself be enchanted by the impressive architecture.

Would you like to explore Brussels in more detail? Or would you like to find out where to get the best chocolates? Your private, local tour guide knows the city inside out and will show you the highlights of Brussels. Depending on your interests, you decide the route.

Your private people carrier will take you comfortably through the city, whether to the Grote Markt, the Atomium or the Parc du Cinquantenaire. An expert tour guide can also be booked on request. Enjoy Brussels as you wish.

Let your private driver show you the highlights of Brussels and take you across the city. Whether to the Atomium or the Grote Markt, the choice is yours. An expert tour guide can also be booked on request. This way you will also learn everything you need to know about this beautiful city.

Discover the architectural highlights of Brussels on this excursion and explore a different side of the city. After a short bus ride, you will reach the impressive Tour & Taxis, a former industrial area that is now a cultural centre and pioneer of modern urban development. During a walk through the restored halls and buildings, you will experience the fascinating combination of history and contemporary design. After some free time, you will continue on to Brussels' landmark, the Atomium. During a short photo stop, you will learn fascinating details about the history and symbolism of this extraordinary building.

Welcome to Gorinchem, where history blends charmingly with modern flair! Our guided walking tour takes you on a journey past the picturesque canals and historic squares of this fascinating town on the banks of the river Merwede. Stroll across the Grote Markt, past Gothic churches and elegant half-timbered houses. Be enchanted by the picturesque waterways that criss-cross Gorinchem and learn why these canals were once so important for trade.

Join us on a bike tour through Emmerich. Starting on the banks of the Rhine, explore the picturesque Rhine cycle path. Accompanied by the Rhine, you cycle in the direction of De Bijland beach to the largest bridge across the Rhine, the "Golden Gate" bridge. Along Emmerich's Rhine promenade to St Vitus Church, you will learn exciting information about the city.

The excursion cannot be booked for cruises with the A-ROSA ALEA or A-ROSA CLEA.

Experience the Hanseatic city of Emmerich and discover the story of the ferrywoman Marieken von Emmerik. Join us on a journey through time along the banks of the Rhine with a view of the "Golden Gate" bridge of the Lower Rhine and learn how life was in those days. Our ferrywoman will give you a humorous first-hand account of the old professions, the ferrymen, the raftsmen, the fishermen and the pilots. Be excited and get to know Emmerich in a new way.