Indulge in Art, Heritage, and Flavors on a Cruise along Belgian Canals (port-to-port cruise)
Cruise
GHENT - ASPER - OUDENAARDE - PERONNES-LEZ-ANTOING - MONS - STREPY-THIEU - HALLE
Belgium has a dense network of waterways crossing Flanders and Wallonia from east to west and north to south. Join us for a gentle cruise focusing on the good things in life. With the abundance of cultural riches concentrated on the canal banks, you'll discover the characteristic cities, exciting sites, and unique flavors only Belgium can offer. Indulge in local specialties such as chocolate, beer, wine, and other delicacies. Discover Ghent, Bruges, Oudenaarde, Mons, and Brussels. Enjoy a visit to the Château de Beloeil—nicknamed the Belgian Versailles—and the award-winning Chant d’Éole vineyard and wine cellar.
HIGHLIGHTS:
- Exclusive cruise to the heart of Wallonia and Flanders
- The Strépy-Thieu Boat Lift and the Ronquières Inclined Plane—two extraordinary achievements
- EXCURSIONS INCLUDED
- THE MUST-SEE SITES:
- Ghent, a city on a human scale, a true cultural cocktail
- Bruges, Flemish architecture at its best
- Oudenaarde throughout the centuries
- Château de Beloeil, nicknamed the Belgian Versailles, and its immense gardens
- The Chant d’Éole vineyard and its sparkling wines with a Belgian flair
THE CROISIEUROPE DIFFERENCE
- All meals included - DRINKS INCLUDED with meals and at the bar
- Refined French cuisine - Gala dinner and evening - Welcome cocktail
- Free Wi-Fi onboard
- Headsets are included for excursions
- Bicycles available on board
- Official welcome from the captain and crew
- Travel assistance and repatriation insurance
- All port fees included
Brussels and its captivating way of life, where history and chocolate intersect
Route
Boarding. We’ll introduce our crew at a welcome cocktail.
This morning, join us for a guided tour of Ghent.
Return on board at Gavere-Asper (or surroundings) for lunch.
In the afternoon, join us for a guided tour of Bruges.
After the excursion, we will rejoin the boat at Oudenaarde.
Overnight stay.
Guided tour of Oudenaarde and the Tapestry Museum.
Afternoon cruising to Péronnes-lez-Antoing.
We'll spend the morning cruising to Mons.
We'll visit the Château de Beloeil (1) and the Chant d’Éole vineyard for a tour and tasting.
Food tour in Mons.
Afternoon cruise to Strépy-Thieu.
Passage through the Strépy-Thieu Boat Lift and the Ronquières Inclined Plane.
Guided tour of Brussels and a tasting at a Belgian chocolate maker.
Tonight is our festive gala evening.
Disembarkation.
Dates & Prices
Choose your departure dateSTART IN 2027
Lowest available all-inclusive price per person in a twin cabin for the selected cruise references and dates, excluding supplements, transport, transfers, fees, taxes and optional services. The final price varies depending on cabin category, deck and selected options.
the full-board cruise from dinner on D1 to buffet breakfast on D7 - drinks included on board (except special cards) - accommodation in air-conditioned double cabins with shower and WC - welcome cocktail - assistance from our purser - gala evening - excursions and visits mentioned in the programme - assistance/repatriation insurance - port taxes.
Ships
Several ships available for this cruiseShore Excursions
No shore excursion on the non listed daysFor reasons of navigation safety, the company and the ship's captain have sole discretion to modify the cruise itinerary.
(1) The Castle of Beloeil is closed in October and is replaced by a visit to the Castle of Seneffe.
(2) In the event of the closure of Gruut Brewery, another equivalent brewery will be offered.
Alcohol can be dangerous to your health. Please drink in moderation.
Valid information for year 2027