Andre Rieu in Antwerp Tour

To help keep the festive spirit going in the lull that is January, why not see the ‘King of Waltz’ Andre Rieu live in Antwerp at the Sportpaleis. His annual ‘New Year’ concerts in his home country are always popular, and will be the highlight of this tour, which also includes a guided walking tour of Antwerp during your three-night stay in this historic and bustling city.

ITINERARY

Day 1: Eurostar and local train from St Pancras to Antwerp.
Take the train from London St Pancras to Antwerp via Brussels. On arrival, transfer the short distance on foot across the square to the excellent Radisson Blu Hotel, a favourite of Travel Editions’ clients for many years. Evening welcome drink and dinner at the hotel.

Day 2: Walking tour of Antwerp, Cathedral of Our Lady and Museum Plantin-Moretus. 
This morning we depart the hotel with a local guide for a walking tour of Antwerp, from the Art Nouveau Central Station to its Gothic Cathedral amongst the myriad of sights in the city. This will be followed by an internal visit to the Cathedral of Our Lady and its enormous treasure trove of works of art by world-famous painter Peter Paul Rubens. There will be free time for lunch (at own expense) followed by a visit to the Museum Plantin-Moretus, the only museum in the world to be inscribed in the UNESCO World Heritage List. The Plantin-Moretus family began their printing office in the 16th century and their printing works are a strong part of Antwerp's heritage with the museum still being housed in the original building and workshops. Presenting 300 years of book printing, art and family history it offers the chance to admire the oldest printing presses in the world, a rich collection of art including portraits by Rubens and the renowned Gutenberg Bible, one of only 13 in the world. Evening at leisure.

Day 3: Rubenshuis and evening concert at Sportpaleis.
Morning walk to Rubenshuis to view Rubens’ work and its neoclassical courtyard and gardens. The artists residence is temporarily closed to the public until 2030 due to renovations however the Rubens Experience offers a wonderful insight into the life and times of one of the great Flemish Masters. We will have a guided tour to delve deeper into Rubens life and work including various valuable pieces from the museum collection plus a chance to walk around the newly redesigned flower and plant garden which is partly based on Rubens painting 'The Garden Walk'. After lunch (at own expense) you will have the rest of the afternoon at leisure to explore Antwerp before the evening concert. Belgium's second city, Antwerp, is one of the world's largest ports, with a characteristically Flemish old town at the heart of a thriving modern city. Home and birthplace of Rubens, the city has a strong artistic heritage reflected in its host of churches and museums, including KMSKA The Royal Museum of Fine Arts, dating back to 1810 and newly open after an 11 year restoration. As with many Flemish settlements, Antwerp boasts a market square surrounded by 16th and 17th century guildhalls, whilst other unmissable sights include the church of St Paul, home to a collection of paintings by Antwerp masters. Evening departure by coach to the Sportpaleis for the main event of the tour – the concert featuring Andre Rieu and his orchestra. The package price includes a “Tribune” ticket in block 149/150 with upgraded seats available in block 153 (closest to the stage) at a supplement. Transfer by coach back to the hotel after the concert.

Day 4: Depart Antwerp by train to St Pancras via Brussels.
Morning at leisure for any further exploration before transferring on foot to Antwerp Station for return train to Brussels and onward Eurostar to St Pancras. 

NB: Exact order of excursions may vary according to local conditions and tour manager's discretion

Please note the maximum group size on this tour is 35 passengers.

INCLUDED

• Return standard class Eurostar train from St Pancras to Brussels, and regional train between Brussels and Antwerp
• Concert tickets to see Andre Rieu on 11 January 2026 at the Sportpaleis, in Tribune section, block 149/150
• Three nights accommodation on bed and breakfast basis at the Radisson Blu Hotel Antwerp, based on shared occupancy of a twin room
• Welcome drink at the hotel and group dinner with wine at the hotel restaurant on the first night
• Guided walking tour and entrance fees as detailed in the itinerary
• Return coach transfers to the concert
• Tour manager throughout

NOT INCLUDED

• Double for sole use supplement 
• Holiday insurance
• Standard Premier/1st class upgrade on Eurostar, this constitutes upgraded seating and a light meal with complimentary drink
• Meals other than those stated
• Items of a personal nature such as drinks, laundry, telephone calls etc
• Porterage and gratuities
• Upgraded ticket at concert to Block 153 – please contact us for cost

PLEASE NOTE: As with most trains, passengers are responsible for carrying baggage onto and off the train. Baggage can be stored on overhead shelves or at the entrance to the carriages. Trollies are available at St Pancras and Paris, but bags do need to be carried on to the platform.

Travel Editions recommends a luggage delivery service called thebaggageman, where your suitcase can be picked up from your home before departure and delivered straight to your hotel; therefore removing the worry about carrying your cases onto and off the trains. Please click here for more information and we have arranged a 10% discount exclusive to Travel Editions clients off the thebaggageman service. Tel: 01844 264890

HOTEL

Radisson Blu Hotel, Antwerp

Popular with our guests for many years, this modern four-star hotel is located in the city centre close to Antwerp Central Station. Offering an indoor pool, fitness centre, bar, and restaurant, and comfortable rooms with modern facilities, it is the ideal place to stay in this appealing city. Bedroom facilities include en-suite bathroom, TV, free wifi, air-conditioning/heating control, safe, hairdryer and tea/coffee making facilities. 

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