Marjorie II
Barging in Holland

Passengers: 12
Size: 129 feet long
Rating: Deluxe, A/C, Families
2008 Holland-Belgium Rates
Whole Boat Charter for 12: $41,750
Individuals:$3,800
Single Supplement: $1,900
Please ask us about special prices for whole-boat charters of 8, 9, 10 and 11 guests
2008 Holland - Belgium Cruise Dates
6 - night cruises between Haarlem, Holland and Bruges, Belgium from March 30 - May 24, 2008

MARJORIE II is owned by Ronny and Damienne Muyshandt, a hardworking Belgian couple - both with extensive background on the waterways of Europe. Captain Muyshondt is the perfect host for this cruise which takes in the top sights of his home country. Damienne supervised the interior decoration of this sleek, modern and elegant vessel. The six equal cabins boast CNN on the television and each has a bathroom with a double sink. Relax in the on-deck jacuzzi as you cruise on a lengthy and beautiful itinerary.

Marjorie II is the only barge to cruise in both Holland and Belgium at Tulip Time. Be sure to check out this special itinerary.

Marjorie II

Holland-Belgium Itinerary

2008 "Holland and Belgium Cruise" Dates
Six-night cruises from March 30 to May 25

Haarlem, Holland to Bruges, Belgium

Sunday
Transfer from your hotel in Amsterdam to the Marjorie II, moored in Haarlem. After a drink to welcome us on board, we can visit the Frans Hals Museum and its collection of Old Masters. Other highlights include St. Bavo's Cathedral on the main square where both Handel and Mozart played the magnificent Muller organ.

Monday
After an early breakfast we take a trip to the Aalsmeer flower auction, where some 17 million cut flowers are auctioned every day. Returning to our boat, we cruise on to Leiden. This is a very charming University town with the American Pilgrim museum how tells the stories of the founders of New England, the Pilgrims.

Tuesday
This morning marks a cruising highlight: a walk through the glorious Keukenhof Gardens, Holland's best-known gardens park, with more than 70 acres filled with over 6 million flowering bulbs. We stroll through breathtaking waves of color on this unforgettable half -day excursion. Back on board, we cruise through beautiful landscapes to Delft.

Wednesday
Delft is a fascinating town, full of small canals and humpbacked bridges and best explored by bike or on foot. Many beautiful buildings illustrate the city's historic connection with the Dutch East India Company. The birthplace of Jan Vermeer, Delft is also famous for its tableware, and we visit a factory to learn how this world-famous porcelain is made. Then, back on the barge, we cruise through Rotterdam, the largest port in the World direction Antwerp.

Thursday
Antwerp, where the three "must-see" sights are baroque painter Pieter Paul Rubens' house, the Plantin-Moretus house, a printing plant and shop in service between 1555 and 1876, and of course Belgium's largest Gothic cathedral. This evening you should go to the "Grote Markt" to drink one of the more than 100 kinds of Belgian Beers. Today we need to cruise on the Schelde River to Ghent. This river has a tide difference of more than 20 feet and a strong current.

Friday
A first and lasting impression of Ghent is of its marvelous medieval structures whose sturdy stone facades reflect well in canal waters. We visit the Castle of the Counts. This magnificent, almost unrivaled, example of a feudal fortress of the Counts of Flanders has a massive medieval shape that rises from the reflective waters of its moat; it was built about 1180. We cruise to our final mooring, Bruges. The day ends with this evening's Farewell Dinner.

Saturday
After breakfast, we transfer you to your hotel or airport.

Please note:This is a sample itinerary which may be subject to change depending on local conditions. The route will run in reverse on alternate weeks.

Contact The Barge Lady for reservations and more information about Barge cruises in Holland and Belgium Or call us toll free at (800) 880-0071.

Marjorie II
Guest Book

"A gastronomical experience! Besides the meals, which could favorably with some of the meals we have had in New York or Paris, we had the pleasure of savoring eighteen cheeses and sixteen wines. We also found fascinating the descriptions of these wines and cheeses by our knowledgeable staff. My wife's birthday was celebrated with a custom-baked cake!

"For the past twenty one years we have traveled the world. Our week on Marjorie II was one of our most relaxing and enjoyable weeks ever."

"This is our second cruise on Marjorie II. The barge, the crew, the excursions and especially the food and wine are still superb." "This was an opportunity for forget time as an ever-changing landscape filled with old world charm passed by. The days consisted of enjoying exceptional food and wine, excursions through beautiful towns and being pampered by the crew. No detail was overlooked. This was the most enjoyable vacation we've ever taken and surpassed our expectations."

Marjorie II Floor Plan

128 Feet long
-Six Large cabins 170 sq ft with twin or queen beds, TV, and good sized windows.
-Elegant, modern decor with big picture windows in salon, dining room.
-Jacuzzi on deck.