Holland In Bloom – Keukenhof Gardens
- Duration: 4 days
- Board Basis: Half Board
- Tour Ref: D2TCRO9091
Holiday Summary
- Travel Type: Coach
4 days
Holland in Bloom – Keukenhof Gardens | Crosskeys Short Breaks
A vibrant sea of flowers in an array dazzling colours is a wonderful sight and a springtime visit to the popular Dutch bulbfields is a delight not to be missed. The highlight of our tour is our excursion to the spectacular Keukenhof Gardens, a truly spellbinding attraction for gardeners and anthophiles alike. Also known as 'The Garden of Europe', Keukenhof is the world's largest permanent flower garden where we can admire fantastic floral displays along with tranquil ponds, water features and inspiring sculptures. Our comprehensive tour also features other must-see attractions of the Netherlands including an excursion to the historical neighbourhood of Zaanse Schans and a visit to a traditional cheese-maker.
INCLUSIONS
- 3 nights’ dinner, bed & breakfast
- A glass of draft beer, wine or soft drink at dinner
- Entrance to Keukenhof Gardens
- Excursion to a local cheese farm
- Visit to Edam
- Excursion to Zaanse Schans
PLEASE NOTE: Price is per person and based on two people sharing a twin/double room. Single room supplements and upgrades are not included.
Itinerary
Itinerary
Day 1: After arriving in Calais we will travel through Belgium into Holland and onto our hotel.
Day 2: Today is the highlight of our tour, our visit to Keukenhof Gardens; the most beautiful spring garden in the world! Keukenhof is a truly unforgettable experience where more than 7 million flower bulbs planted every year. Gardens and pavilions show a fantastic collection including tulips, hyacinths, daffodils, orchids and many more; the spectacle of colour and perfume is truly overwhelming. Besides the spacious 32 hectares of flowers, you will be able to enjoy the spectacular flower shows, surprising inspirational gardens, unique artwork and wonderful events; a day not to be forgotten.
Day 3: After breakfast, we travel to the charming town of Katwoude for our visit to a local cheese farm. We will be greeted by staff in local Volendam costume and enjoy a demonstration of cheese making. Following our visit we make a stop in Edam a typical Dutch town lined by canals, traditional Dutch houses, white draw bridges and, of course, famed for its cheese. This afternoon we make our way to Zaanse Schans, a living and working traditional Dutch community. This unique part of the Netherlands is full of distinctive thatched-roof windmills, handicraft shops and museums where you will see clog-crafting and cheese making. Claude Monet was so enthralled by the picturesque Zaan area that he created an astounding 25 paintings and 9 sketches of the landscape.
Day 4: Today we travel homeward making a stop en-route in Ostend before our return crossing home.
Van der Valk Hotel Breukelen
Zaanse Schans
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Van der Valk Hotel Breukelen, Breukelen
The Van der Valk Hotel Leusden is a modern 4 star hotel and within easy reach of all the main sights in the Netherlands. The hotel has a stylish restaurant and bar. All rooms are en-suite with TV, air conditioning, tea & coffee making facilities, hairdryer, safe and free Wi-Fi.
There is a lift at the hotel. Leisure facilities include an indoor swimming pool, fitness studio, gym, sauna, steam cabin and spa. The hotel has a lift.
NB: The hotel does not offer porterage
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