Tulips & Windmills

Amsterdam to Antwerp | 10 Days

Seas of flowers, picturesque windmills, and the balmy days of spring combine for a memorable cruise

All the things that come to mind when you think of the Netherlands and Belgium—colorful canals, whimsical windmills, vibrant tulips, rich maritime history, the art of Rubens and Rembrandt—are yours to experience in all their real-life glory.

This perfectly paced springtime cruise takes you to the historic windmills of Kinderdijk, the Belgian treasure of Bruges, the 70-acre Keukenhof Gardens with more than seven million flowers, and museums rich in art by the famed Dutch Masters. While visiting Enkhuizen and Hoorn, you’ll discover the impressive maritime history of days gone by. Stroll through cosmopolitan Amsterdam and trendy Antwerp, and learn about Dutch art, WWII history, and the Netherlands’ struggle against the sea on three guided museum visits.

Along the way, you’ll indulge in the famous treats of the region. Sample delicate, handmade Belgian chocolates that are among the finest confections in the world. Feast on warm waffles with berries and cream. Taste delicious cheeses along with hearty beer—all while savoring the storybook atmosphere of some of Europe’s most charming towns.

Who will enjoy this cruise:  Flower lovers can experience the exquisite Keukenhof Gardens, which are open only nine weeks out of the year. Artists can discover treasures from the Golden Age of Dutch art in the Rijksmuseum. WWII historians can get a first-hand account of the war during a visit to the Liberation Museum. And those who simply love delicate chocolates and hearty cheeses will certainly enjoy this cruise.

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Itinerary

Day
Day 1 Amsterdam (embark) MotorcoachEmbark/Disembark
Day 2 Amsterdam MotorcoachMuseum VisitWelcome Dinner
Day 3 Zaanse Schans Motorcoach
Day 4 Hoorn, Enkhuizen
Day 5 Nijmegen (Groesbeck or Venlo, Floriade) MotorcoachMuseum Visit

Note: Choice to visit Floriade World Horticultural Expo in Venlo, the Netherlands is offered on cruise departures from April 5 – October 7, 2012
Day 6 Rotterdam, Kinderdijk, Dordrecht Motorcoach
Day 7 Veere MotorcoachMuseum Visit
Day 8 Ghent (Bruges or Ghent) Motorcoach
Day 9 Antwerp Farewell DinnerMuseum Visit
Day 10 Antwerp (disembark) Embark/DisembarkMotorcoachReturn Flight

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Pricing Details Per Person 2012

Cruise Start Date Cruise Only† Port Charges Per Person Total Per Person Twin Share Single Supplement Option†
Mar 23 A$2,425 A$171 A$2,596 A$1,599
Mar 26 A$2,425 A$171 A$2,596 A$1,599
Apr 1* A$2,875 A$171 A$3,046 A$1,599
Apr 4* A$2,875 A$171 A$3,046 A$1,599
Apr 10 A$3,325 A$171 A$3,496 A$1,599
Apr 13 A$3,799 A$171 A$3,970 A$1,599
Apr 19* A$3,799 A$171 A$3,970 A$1,599
Apr 22* A$3,799 A$171 A$3,970 A$1,599

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*On these dates cruise operates from Antwerp to Amsterdam.

†Prices exclude additional port charges of A$171 and are per person, cruise-only based on double occupancy. Other restrictions may apply.

A limited number of singles are available for an additional supplement.

To upgrade to a higher category, add per person the following prices below:

Suite A$2,025
Category 1 A$1,099
Category 2 A$850
Category 3 A$599
Category 4 A$250