Springtime In Holland Including Keukenhof Gardens - River Cruise
- Duration: 7 days
- Board Basis: Full Board
- Tour Ref: D2TPAL8638
Holiday Summary
- Travel Type: Coach
7 days
7 Days - Full Board - River Cruise
Highlights: Bruges - Antwerp - Keukenhof Gardens - Amsterdam - Zaanse Schans - The Hague
Springtime in Holland heralds the advent of the beautiful bulbfields season, creating a vibrant blanket of colours and sweet aromas of gigantic proportions. This seven day holiday combines visits to the world-famous Keukenhof Gardens - the most spectacular array of gardens and floral displays in the world - and the cosmopolitan city of Amsterdam, with great on board hospitality and service.
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
Your Cruise Itinerary
Friday: We head to Bruges, a delightful medieval city distinguished by its canals, cobbled streets and medieval buildings. We spend free time here, then head to Antwerp and board MS Monet in time for cocktails and dinner.
Saturday: This morning, discover the old city of Antwerp, dating back to the Middle Ages, best known as the centre of Belgium’s diamond industry, returning for lunch onboard. Later, we sail towards Rotterdam, crossing small inland seas and immense locks. This evening, enjoy a gala dinner on board.
Sunday: We travel by coach to the world-famous Keukenhof Gardens. Here, there is time to stroll around the park and explore the amazing displays of spring flowers exhibited in the extensive grounds and indoor pavilions. This afternoon, relax on board before dinner. Later, marvel at the colourful sight and aromas of the bulbfields as we set sail and cruise towards Amsterdam.
Monday: This morning, we visit the vibrant city of Amsterdam and include a guided walking tour to show us the sights and learn about its history. Lunch is served back on board the ship. This afternoon we visit Volendam, a pretty harbour town, and then on to Zaanse Schans, a traditional Dutch experience with windmills and a working community dating back to the 18th century. We rejoin our vessel for our final evening on board.
Tuesday: After breakfast we disembark and make our way to the seaside resort of Scheveningen then onto The Hague, home to the Dutch Royal family. Later we head to our overnight ferry back to Hull.
River Cruise Includes
- Door to door service*
- Luxury coach travel
- Reserved seats on tour coaches
- Return overnight ferry crossings (including dinner, bed & breakfast)
- Services of CrosiEurope onboard hosts
- Cruise itinerary and sightseeing excursions as stated
- Accommodation in twin cabins
- Full board & complimentary drinks on board CroisiEurope vessels (including breakfast, set menu lunch and dinner)
- Regular entertainment
River Cruising
Life on Board
Step aboard to a world of comfort. Sit back and relax in one of the expansive lounges or enjoy the views and landscapes from the welcoming sun deck. The staff are dedicated to excellent service, offering attentiveness and great knowledge and speaking both English and French to add a continental flavour to your stay. Throughout your cruise, CroisiEurope’s onboard hosts are there to help you enjoy your cruise to the maximum, answering questions, organising excursions and even providing orientation walks in some destinations.
Inside your cabin unwind in comfort. All cabins have shower and toilet, satellite TV, a safe and a hairdryer. Each also has air-conditioning and all are outside cabins offering your own view of the river.
Upgrades are available for cabins higher on the vessel and some cabins have French balconies or private terraces. Free Wi-Fi is also available on board.
European Flavours
Start your day at the impressive selfservice buffet, offering an expansive continental breakfast that could include pastries, breads, jams, sausages and cold meats, eggs, fresh fruit and yoghurts.
Each lunch and dinner is prepared daily from local specialties, with fresh ingredients, and carefully planned with an eye on the traditions of fine French gastronomy. And what’s more, each dish is paired with excellent complimentary wines. The overall atmosphere on board is informal and casual clothing is normal, although most people like to dress up in the evening.
Unlimited Complimentary Drinks†
Complimentary drinks are part of the package during your time on board, including soft drinks, beer, house wines and most spirits. Premium brands are available to purchase from the drinks menu. Each cruise also includes a welcome cocktail with the crew and a gala dinner evening.
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MS Monet
Named after the famous French impressionist artist, the MS Monet has 78 comfortable cabins over two decks. The spacious public areas include an elegant restaurant and bar lounge with dance floor on the upper deck, the sundeck has loungers and a shaded area. No lift.
Cabin facilities include: Twin beds, shower & toilet ✦ Satellite television ✦ Internal use telephone ✦ Safe ✦ Air-conditioning ✦ Wi-Fi ✦ 220v electricity sockets
Please note: Cabins are located on main and upper decks and have either large or picture windows