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Escape to Holland & Belgium

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£399.00

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4 Night Ocean Cruise

This autumn midweek mini cruise to the Netherlands and Belgium presents the opportunity to enjoy picturesque canals and experience the best of Dutch and Belgian heritage. Soak up the atmosphere of an authentic Dutch city in IJmuiden, known for its coastal charm and where you can watch the comings and goings of a bustling harbour and the historic North Sea Canal. Alternatively, from here, why not take a trip into amazing Amsterdam with its canal network and wealth of attractions. Zeebrugge is a seaside resort as well as a hectic port. It is also your gateway to adorable Bruges, an enchanting town with incredibly well preserved medieval architecture, leafy canals and horses’ hooves clip-clopping on cobbled lanes. A fun and relaxing day at sea brings you back to the UK, docking at Bristol Royal Portbury, a port renowned for its maritime heritage.

Key information
Duration:
5 days
Category:
Cruise
Date from:
22/09/2026
Hotel:
Ambition - Ambassador
Price includes
  • Ports of call as stated
  • All meals and snacks onboard
  • Door to Door* service
  • Return coach travel
  • ABTA bonded for your peace of mind
  • A valid UK passport and travel insurance cover is a requirement for travel

Available Dates

Departing
Tue 22 Sep, 2026
Tour Ref
OCAMHN5 1
Days
5
Price From
£399
Pickup Points
  • BATHGATE
  • DUNDEE (GLENTON HOLIDAYS)
  • DUNFERMLINE
  • EDINBURGH
  • FALKIRK
  • GLASGOW
  • HAMILTON
  • HOME PICK UP
  • PERTH
  • STIRLING
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Overview

This autumn midweek mini cruise to the Netherlands and Belgium presents the opportunity to enjoy picturesque canals and experience the best of Dutch and Belgian heritage. Soak up the atmosphere of an authentic Dutch city in IJmuiden, known for its coastal charm and where you can watch the comings and goings of a bustling harbour and the historic North Sea Canal. Alternatively, from here, why not take a trip into amazing Amsterdam with its canal network and wealth of attractions. Zeebrugge is a seaside resort as well as a hectic port. It is also your gateway to adorable Bruges, an enchanting town with incredibly well preserved medieval architecture, leafy canals and horses’ hooves clip-clopping on cobbled lanes. A fun and relaxing day at sea brings you back to the UK, docking at Bristol Royal Portbury, a port renowned for its maritime heritage.

Holiday Highlights & Inclusions

• Ports of call: IJmuiden (Holland) and Zeebrugge (Belgium)
• Four nights in ensuite cabin as selected
• All meals and snacks onboard
• Door to Door* service
• Return travel to and from port
• ABTA bonded for your peace of mind

Your Holiday Itinerary

Day One. You will be picked up at home and transferred to Newcastle-upon-Tyne to board Ambition. Settle into your cabin then explore the ship before the lunchtime departure. 

Day Two. We arrive at the bustling port city of IJmuiden. This off the beaten track Dutch delight has wide swathes of golden sands and a beach pavilion cafe, as well as two long piers from where you can spot seabirds. The city is also home to a selection of fascinating museums and the historic North Sea Canal – the gateway to the world. From here, you could take a trip into Amsterdam, home to many museums and art galleries as well as sightseeing canal boat trips.

Day Three. Ambition arrives in the world port and seaside resort of Zeebrugge this morning. Relax on the gorgeous beach or explore the historic docks. Perhaps take a trip into Bruges, an absolute gem where you can take a horse drawn carriage ride, visit the many chocolate shops, or admire the medieval buildings from aboard a canal boat.

Day Four. Relax, unwind and take in the sea air as your ships sails back to the UK. Enjoy daytime activities such as quizzes, games and various classes or relax in the Green Sea Spa. Tuck into delicious cuisine then settle down for top notch entertainment.

Day Five. We arrive in Bristol Royal Portbury this morning from where your transfer vehicle will take you home after delightful tastes of Holland and Belgium.

Ambition

Ambition, is Ambassador Cruise Lines second lady of the sea. Her name speaks to our dedication to inspire and delight every guest with an authentic cruise experience that is both effortless and sustainable. 

Indulge your taste buds with a variety of dining options, from two main restaurants to speciality dining* and a casual bistro-style café. Unwind with a drink in one of her four bars, lounges, or pub. Enjoy a spectacular show in the tiered main theatre, or explore new interests in the card room, library, and craft studio.

Ambition also features a wellness centre, gym, two swimming pools, and a range of retail shops—perfect for those leisurely days at sea.

(*Speciality dining may incur additional charges.)

bar lift entertainment pool gym sauna waiter

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Door to Door Service for Ocean Cruise

Our OCEAN CRUISE holidays† start in style when a driver picks you up from your own front door and takes you to port. This service is available to customers living within 15 miles of the pick up points specified below. If you live outside this area, please ask your advisor to check if we can still provide the Door to Door service (additional charges may apply).
  • Bathgate - Bus bay outside new railway station
  • Dundee - Green Market layby (near science centre)
  • Dunfermline - Bus station
  • Edinburgh - Edinburgh Park station, opposite TK Maxx
  • Falkirk - Meeks Road car park (near station)
  • Glasgow - Buchanan bus station
  • Hamilton - Bus station
  • Perth - Bus stop, Canal street opposite Speygate
  • Stirling - Train station

For more details on Door to Door Service please click here

†Door to Door service not available on taster cruises.

Escape to Holland & Belgium