13-day cultural crossing with brugge & Falmouth
13-night Europe cruise from Amsterdam, Netherlands to Ft. Lauderdale, Florida aboard Rotterdam.
Calling at Zeebrugge, Portland, Cornwall, Kings Wharf and Ft. Lauderdale, with 8 days at sea. 6 ports of call across Netherlands, Belgium, England, Bermuda and Florida.
Rotterdam is a Holland America Line Pinnacle-class ship that entered service in 2021, the seventh ship in the line’s history to carry the name. Carrying around 2,670 guests, she features the World Stage theatre, Music Walk live-music venues and Holland America’s signature dining line-up.
Stateroom category on this sailing: Interior.
- 18 Oct 2026 – 31 Oct 2026
from $1,619 pp twin share *
* Prices and category availability are subject to change without notice.
Itinerary
Day 1 – Amsterdam, Netherlands
Departs 06:00 pm.
Mention Holland and most people think of tulips, windmills, and wooden shoes. In reality, Amsterdam has been a vital European cultural center since the Middle Ages.The Dutch boast that God may have made the world, but they made the Netherlands. Dams, sea gates, and the 19-mile dyke walling out the Zuider Zee have allowed the Dutch to reclaim their low-lying country from the North Sea. The marsh that originally surrounded Amsterdam steadily disappeared beneath the expanding city. Vibrant, fascinating and always alive, Amsterdam is imbued with the quality the Dutch call “gezelligheid.” Explore the city’s 700-year-old streets and marvel at its stepped-gable houses. Cruise down its bustling canals and browse the colorful flower markets. Did we mention that you can shop for everything from cheese and chocolates to diamonds and Delftware?
Day 2 – Zeebrugge (for Brussels/Bruges), Belgium
Arrives 08:00 am, departs 05:00 pm.
Zeebrugge is your gateway to Brussels. The capital of Belgium, Brussels is really two cities in one. Old Brussels is a city of superb Baroque architecture with ornate guildhalls, cobbled lanes and one of the finest squares in Europe. New Brussels is the modern city, the capital of the European Union, the home of NATO and the seat of the European Atomic Energy Community. It is a city of fascinating contrasts.
Day 3 – Portland, England
Arrives 08:00 am, departs 07:00 pm.
Situated along the southernmost part of the Dorset Coast site lies the fabled island of Portland. This natural harbor was used for over 500 years by the British Royal Navy, and when breakwater construction was performed between 1848 and 1905, it created one of the largest man-made harbors in the world. An important launch site during both World Wars, the harbor was used for naval exercises until 1995, after which the waters became popular for tourism and were used for the sailing events during the 2012 Olympic Games. The tiny limestone island is home to the Abbotsbury Swannery, the only place in the world where you can walk freely through colonies of nesting mute swans, and is a perfect jumping-off point to visit the stone ruins of Corfe Castle, built by William the Conqueror. Take in the nearby magnificent Salisbury Cathedral, and experience the ancient mystery of the somber plinths of Stonehenge. Just four miles long by a mile and a half wide, Portland is ruggedly beautiful, with endless vistas and wild, natural landscapes.
Day 4 – Cornwall (Falmouth), England
Arrives 08:00 am, departs 05:00 pm.
England’s southwest corner is steeped in legend and history. Tintagel Castle in Cornwall is the traditional birthplace of King Arthur. Falmouth, which boasts a superb deep-water harbour – the third-largest in the world – shares the Cornish coast’s colorful history of shipwrecks, smuggling, and privateering. Cornwall is scenic England at its best, with superb seascapes, picturesque harbours, and countryside of green fields and hedgerows, quaint villages and low-slung granite farmhouses.Cornwall’s natural beauty has long made it a draw for British vacationers.Note: Your ship will anchor in Falmouth and use launches to transport all passengers ashore.
Day 5 – At Sea
Day 6 – At Sea
Day 7 – At Sea
Day 8 – At Sea
Day 9 – At Sea
Day 10 – At Sea
Day 11 – Kings Wharf, Bermuda
Arrives 09:00 am, departs 05:00 pm.
Day 12 – At Sea
Day 13 – At Sea
Day 14 – Ft. Lauderdale, Florida
Arrives 07:00 am.
According to the popular 1960 beach movie, Fort Lauderdale is “where the boys are.” The city’s reputation as America’s Spring Break capital, however, has been replaced with the more favorable image of a prime family tourist destination, attracting more than 10 million visitors annually. The most popular beach resort in Florida is even more rightly famed as the “Yachting Capital of the World,” with more than 40,000 registered crafts calling its waters home. The city also prides itself on being the “Venice of America” with more than 300 miles of navigable waterways. Fort Lauderdale boasts world-class theaters, museums, sightseeing, and shopping. The city sits 24 miles north of Miami and is named after a series of forts built by the United States during the second Seminole War. The forts took their name from Major William Lauderdale, who was the commander of the detachment of soldiers who built the first fort. Look hard and you might find remnants of three of them today. More people seem to be interested in taking a water tour aboard the “Carrie B.”
Highlights
- Dining in main Dining Room and casual venues included
- Live music venues and nightly entertainment throughout voyage
- Enrichment programme and port talks provided onboard
13-night Europe cruise from Amsterdam, Netherlands to Ft. Lauderdale, Florida aboard Rotterdam.
Calling at Zeebrugge, Portland, Cornwall, Kings Wharf and Ft. Lauderdale, with 8 days at sea. 6 ports of call across Netherlands, Belgium, England, Bermuda and Florida.
Rotterdam is a Holland America Line Pinnacle-class ship that entered service in 2021, the seventh ship in the line’s history to carry the name. Carrying around 2,670 guests, she features the World Stage theatre, Music Walk live-music venues and Holland America’s signature dining line-up.
Stateroom category on this sailing: Interior.
Inclusions
- Dining in the main Dining Room and casual venues
- Live music venues and nightly entertainment
- Fitness centre and swimming pools
- Enrichment programme and port talks
FAQs
Rotterdam is a Holland America Line Pinnacle-class ship that entered service in 2021, the seventh ship in the line’s history to carry the name. Carrying around 2,670 guests, she features the World Stage theatre, Music Walk live-music venues and Holland America’s signature dining line-up.
Stateroom categories available on this sailing: Interior.
How long is this journey?
This itinerary runs for 14 days and 13 nights.
When can I travel?
Departures are currently scheduled between 18 Oct 2026 and 31 Oct 2026, subject to live availability.
What is generally included?
Inclusions typically cover guided touring and selected experiences, with exact details listed in the itinerary.
What style of accommodation is used?
Accommodation is pre-arranged as part of the journey, with specific properties shown in the trip details.
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