193 Trips found for "valley of the flowers"

• Amsterdam: Cruise along the old waterways, discovering the architectural gems of the old city, including mansions dating from the Golden Age of the 17th Century.
• Aalsmeer: The colossal Aalsmeer Flower Auction is the size of 200 football pitches and even has its own fire brigade, hairdresser and bicycle repairman! Over 30,000 species are featured, with 43 million flowers and 5 million plants are sold daily Monday to Friday. The most popular varieties are roses, tulips and chrysanthemums.
• Bruges: Visit the Market Square and famous belfry of the Market Hall with your Local Expert. See the Gothic town hall in Burg Square and the frescoes on the walls of the Holy Blood Chapel.
• Giverny: Visit the fascinating house and gardens where Claude Monet, the Master of Impressionism, lived and worked from 1883 until his death in 1926. Revel in an oasis of color, both within the house and in the fragrant gardens.
• Chambord: The stunning Loire Valley is world-famous for its magnificent Chateaux, as well as beautiful landscapes and delicious wine. Visit two of the most famous Chateaux: Chenonceau Castle, and Chateau de Chambord, and be transported back in time as you explore them and their gardens.
• Versailles: Visit the Château de Versailles, one of the most beautiful achievements of 18th century French art. This former royal residence is world renowned for its architecture, grandeur and extravagant gardens.
• Paris: Explore the iconic sights and streets of Paris. See famous landmarks including Notre Dame Cathedral, the Eiffel Tower and the facades of the Louvre. Stroll the banks of the River Seine and admire romantic bridges, and enjoy a drive along the Champs Elysées to the Arc de Triomphe.
• London: Experience the world-famous Chelsea Flower Show, an inspiring and enjoyable showcase of fabulous floral displays and cutting-edge garden design. Immerse yourself in colour and ingenuity as you enjoy the very best show gardens, flowers, and gardening from around the world.
• Monnickendam: Journey through the polder landscape to visit Monnickendam. Along the way, visit a rustic cheese workshop to learn the secrets of the dairy industry and witness the ancient art of clog making.

CRUISE HIGHLIGHTS

• Exceptional cruise to discover Corsica from north to south
• ALL EXCURSIONS INCLUDED
• Dinner with Corsican music and songs in a traditional inn
• The island’s major areas: Ajaccio, Calvi, Bonifacio, and Porto-Vecchio
• Cap Corse
• The natural wonders : the Îles Sanguinaires, the Calanques de Piana(1) and the Balagne Region

• In the Netherlands
• flowers are a way of life... You'll see flower boxes abloom with tulips and an array of colorful potted plants in villages and towns all over Holland. Gardens grace the landscapes everywhere you look
• paying homage to an economy which is largely horticultural based... Everywhere you look
• a kaleidoscope of colorful images... on walking tours and bicycle rides... in the seasonal pageantry of tulips
• daffodils and hyacinths abloom in Keukenhof Gardens... in Kinderdijk windmills and coastal villages steeped in cultural treasures... at a Tauck Exclusive dinner in a palace museum rich with Old Dutch art masterpieces... in gabled houses dressed in maritime lore along Amsterdam's tree-lined canals... on walking tours of cobblestoned Ghent and the fairy tale streets of Bruges... during discoveries about immigrant voyages and sculpted monuments and chocolate in Belgium...

• In the Netherlands
• flowers are a way of life... You'll see flower boxes abloom with tulips and an array of colorful potted plants in villages and towns all over Holland. Gardens grace the landscapes everywhere you look
• paying homage to an economy which is largely horticultural based... Everywhere you look
• a kaleidoscope of colorful images... on walking tours and bicycle rides... in the seasonal pageantry of tulips
• daffodils and hyacinths abloom in Keukenhof Gardens... in Kinderdijk windmills and coastal villages steeped in cultural treasures... at a Tauck Exclusive dinner in a palace museum rich with Old Dutch art masterpieces... in gabled houses dressed in maritime lore along Amsterdam's tree-lined canals... on walking tours of cobblestoned Ghent and the fairy tale streets of Bruges... during discoveries about immigrant voyages and sculpted monuments and chocolate in Belgium...

• In the Netherlands
• flowers are a way of life... You'll see flower boxes abloom with tulips and an array of colorful potted plants in villages and towns all over Holland. Gardens grace the landscapes everywhere you look
• paying homage to an economy which is largely horticultural based... Everywhere you look
• a kaleidoscope of colorful images... on walking tours and bicycle rides... in the seasonal pageantry of tulips
• daffodils and hyacinths abloom in Keukenhof Gardens... in Kinderdijk windmills and coastal villages steeped in cultural treasures... at a Tauck Exclusive dinner in a palace museum rich with Old Dutch art masterpieces... in gabled houses dressed in maritime lore along Amsterdam's tree-lined canals... on walking tours of cobblestoned Ghent and the fairy tale streets of Bruges... during discoveries about immigrant voyages and local brew in Antwerp and sculpted monuments and chocolate in Belgium...

• In the Netherlands
• flowers are a way of life... You'll see flower boxes abloom with tulips and an array of colorful potted plants in villages and towns all over Holland. Gardens grace the landscapes everywhere you look
• paying homage to an economy which is largely horticultural based... Everywhere you look
• a kaleidoscope of colorful images... on walking tours and bicycle rides... in the seasonal pageantry of tulips
• daffodils and hyacinths abloom in Keukenhof Gardens... in Kinderdijk windmills and coastal villages steeped in cultural treasures... at a Tauck Exclusive dinner in a palace museum rich with Old Dutch art masterpieces... in gabled houses dressed in maritime lore along Amsterdam's tree-lined canals... on walking tours of cobblestoned Ghent and the fairy tale streets of Bruges... during discoveries about immigrant voyages and local brew in Antwerp and sculpted monuments and chocolate in Belgium...

• In the Netherlands
• flowers are a way of life... You'll see flower boxes abloom with tulips and an array of colorful potted plants in villages and towns all over Holland. Gardens grace the landscapes everywhere you look
• paying homage to an economy which is largely horticultural based... Everywhere you look
• a kaleidoscope of colorful images... on walking tours and bicycle rides... in the seasonal pageantry of tulips
• daffodils and hyacinths abloom in Keukenhof Gardens... in Kinderdijk windmills and coastal villages steeped in cultural treasures... at a Tauck Exclusive dinner in a palace museum rich with Old Dutch art masterpieces... in gabled houses dressed in maritime lore along Amsterdam's tree-lined canals... on walking tours of cobblestoned Ghent and the fairy tale streets of Bruges... during discoveries about immigrant voyages and sculpted monuments and chocolate in Belgium...

• In the Netherlands
• flowers are a way of life... You'll see flower boxes abloom with tulips and an array of colorful potted plants in villages and towns all over Holland. Gardens grace the landscapes everywhere you look
• paying homage to an economy which is largely horticultural based... Everywhere you look
• a kaleidoscope of colorful images... on walking tours and bicycle rides... in the seasonal pageantry of tulips
• daffodils and hyacinths abloom in Keukenhof Gardens... in Kinderdijk windmills and coastal villages steeped in cultural treasures... at a Tauck Exclusive dinner in a palace museum rich with Old Dutch art masterpieces... in gabled houses dressed in maritime lore along Amsterdam's tree-lined canals... on walking tours of cobblestoned Ghent and the fairy tale streets of Bruges... during discoveries about immigrant voyages and sculpted monuments and chocolate in Belgium...

• In the Netherlands
• flowers are a way of life... You'll see flower boxes abloom with tulips and an array of colorful potted plants in villages and towns all over Holland. Gardens grace the landscapes everywhere you look
• paying homage to an economy which is largely horticultural based... Everywhere you look
• a kaleidoscope of colorful images... on walking tours and bicycle rides... in the seasonal pageantry of tulips
• daffodils and hyacinths abloom in Keukenhof Gardens... in Kinderdijk windmills and coastal villages steeped in cultural treasures... at a Tauck Exclusive dinner in a palace museum rich with Old Dutch art masterpieces... in gabled houses dressed in maritime lore along Amsterdam's tree-lined canals... on walking tours of cobblestoned Ghent and the fairy tale streets of Bruges... during discoveries about immigrant voyages and local brew in Antwerp and sculpted monuments and chocolate in Belgium...

• In the Netherlands
• flowers are a way of life... You'll see flower boxes abloom with tulips and an array of colorful potted plants in villages and towns all over Holland. Gardens grace the landscapes everywhere you look
• paying homage to an economy which is largely horticultural based... Everywhere you look
• a kaleidoscope of colorful images... on walking tours and bicycle rides... in the seasonal pageantry of tulips
• daffodils and hyacinths abloom in Keukenhof Gardens... in Kinderdijk windmills and coastal villages steeped in cultural treasures... at a Tauck Exclusive dinner in a palace museum rich with Old Dutch art masterpieces... in gabled houses dressed in maritime lore along Amsterdam's tree-lined canals... on walking tours of cobblestoned Ghent and the fairy tale streets of Bruges... during discoveries about immigrant voyages and local brew in Antwerp and sculpted monuments and chocolate in Belgium...

• Be as active as you like as you venture off-the-beaten rivers to charming inland waterways in Belgium and the Netherlands. Here daily life unfolds in leisurely bicycle rides along country lanes
• guided walking tours in quintessential Dutch villages steeped in history and cultural riches
• a beer tasting at a Belgian brewery
• a visit to the newly opened Royal Museum of Fine Art in Antwerp
• a canal boat cruise in Amsterdam and an unforgettable dinner at a 14th-century castle on a private island open just for Tauck guests.

• Be as active as you like as you venture off-the-beaten rivers to charming inland waterways in Belgium and the Netherlands. Here daily life unfolds in leisurely bicycle rides along country lanes
• guided walking tours in quintessential Dutch villages steeped in history and cultural riches
• a beer tasting at a Belgian brewery
• a visit to the newly opened Royal Museum of Fine Art in Antwerp
• a canal boat cruise in Amsterdam and an unforgettable dinner at a 14th-century castle on a private island open just for Tauck guests.

• Old Town in Luxembourg City an UNESCO World Heritage Site.
• St Bavo's Cathedral, Ghent.
• Brussels: Visit the Grand Place and view the Mannekin Pis.
• Brussels: Learn about Napoloean's final defeat on a visit to the Panorama of the Battle of Waterloo. This neoclassical building houses a monumental panoramic painting depicting the battle.
• Brussels: See the Atomium, and the Chinese and Japanese Pavilions.
• Ghent: Visit St. Bavo's Cathedral with a Local Expert, former home of the Van Eyck masterpiece, and see the Castle of the Counts.
• Bruges: Visit the Market Square and famous belfry of the Market Hall with your Local Expert. See the Gothic town hall in Burg Square and the frescoes on the walls of the Holy Blood Chapel.
• Luxembourg City: With your Local Expert, enjoy views over the Petrusse Ravine and walk through the Old Town, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. See the cathedral, the Palace of the Grand Duke and visit the grave of U.S. General George S. Patton. Lookout from the Pont Adolphe.
• Bastogne: Experience a fascinating insight into the history of the World War II at the modern Bastogne War Museum. Visit the Mardasson Monument, dedicated to those who fell during the Battle of the Bulge.
• Rotterdam: Witness the impressive market hall and Erasmus Bridge on your orientation of this modern city.
• Delft: Visit one of the manufacturers of original Delft blue pottery and see the potters at work on your guided tour.
• The Hague: See the Binnenhof courtyards and the Peace Palace.
• Amsterdam: Led by your Travel Director, wander the city to see the floating flower market, Dam Square and the Royal Palace.
• Amsterdam: Cruise along the old waterways, discovering the architectural gems of the old city, including mansions dating from the Golden Age of the 17th Century.
• Amsterdam: Explore the Rijksmuseum, the Dutch national museum and largest art museum in the Netherlands, with a local art historian. Witness famous works by Van Gogh, Vermeer, and Rembrandt.
• Monnickendam: Journey through the polder landscape to visit Monnickendam. Along the way, visit a rustic cheese workshop to learn the secrets of the dairy industry and witness the ancient art of clog making.
• Brussels: Experience a Dine-Around Evening. Diverse options reflect the cosmopolitan nature of the city, including We Exist, an initiative supporting Syrian immigrants.
• Brussels: Your delightful first evening also includes a Welcome Dinner with wine at a local restaurant in the heart of the Old Town with an opportunity to mingle with your fellow travelers.
• Brussels: Join a private chocolate truffle-making lesson and tasting with a master chocolatier, before exploring Brussels with your Local Expert.
• Abbaye Notre Dame de Scourmont: Visit the late 19th century abbey, surrounded by the lush greenery of the Molignée valley. Then, learn about the production secrets of the Maredsous Benedictine beers and cheeses before sampling freshly brewed beer along with a taste of creamy, golden-crusted cheese.
• Luxembourg City: At restaurant Les Écuires du Parc, savor a freshly prepared farm-to-table meal of locally sourced, seasonal produce.
• Monnickendam: Enjoy a Celebration Dinner with wine in an elegant restaurant in the quaint village of Monnickendam.
• Optional - Choose between two carefully selected activities
• Optional - Brussels: Join a private chocolate truffle-making lesson and tasting with a master chocolatier, before exploring Brussels with your Local Expert.
• Optional - Brussels: Learn about Napoloean's final defeat on a visit to the Panorama of the Battle of Waterloo. This neoclassical building houses a monumental panoramic painting depicting the battle.

• Old Town in Luxembourg City an UNESCO World Heritage Site.
• St Bavo's Cathedral, Ghent.
• Brussels: Visit the Grand Place and view the Mannekin Pis.
• Brussels: Learn about Napoloean's final defeat on a visit to the Panorama of the Battle of Waterloo. This neoclassical building houses a monumental panoramic painting depicting the battle.
• Brussels: See the Atomium, and the Chinese and Japanese Pavilions.
• Ghent: Visit St. Bavo's Cathedral with a Local Expert, former home of the Van Eyck masterpiece, and see the Castle of the Counts.
• Bruges: Visit the Market Square and famous belfry of the Market Hall with your Local Expert. See the Gothic town hall in Burg Square and the frescoes on the walls of the Holy Blood Chapel.
• Luxembourg City: With your Local Expert, enjoy views over the Petrusse Ravine and walk through the Old Town, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. See the cathedral, the Palace of the Grand Duke and visit the grave of U.S. General George S. Patton. Lookout from the Pont Adolphe.
• Bastogne: Experience a fascinating insight into the history of the World War II at the modern Bastogne War Museum. Visit the Mardasson Monument, dedicated to those who fell during the Battle of the Bulge.
• Rotterdam: Witness the impressive market hall and Erasmus Bridge on your orientation of this modern city.
• Delft: Visit one of the manufacturers of original Delft blue pottery and see the potters at work on your guided tour.
• The Hague: See the Binnenhof courtyards and the Peace Palace.
• Amsterdam: Led by your Travel Director, wander the city to see the floating flower market, Dam Square and the Royal Palace.
• Amsterdam: Cruise along the old waterways, discovering the architectural gems of the old city, including mansions dating from the Golden Age of the 17th Century.
• Amsterdam: Explore the Rijksmuseum, the Dutch national museum and largest art museum in the Netherlands, with a local art historian. Witness famous works by Van Gogh, Vermeer, and Rembrandt.
• Monnickendam: Journey through the polder landscape to visit Monnickendam. Along the way, visit a rustic cheese workshop to learn the secrets of the dairy industry and witness the ancient art of clog making.
• Brussels: Experience a Dine-Around Evening. Diverse options reflect the cosmopolitan nature of the city, including We Exist, an initiative supporting Syrian immigrants.
• Brussels: Your delightful first evening also includes a Welcome Dinner with wine at a local restaurant in the heart of the Old Town with an opportunity to mingle with your fellow travelers.
• Brussels: Join a private chocolate truffle-making lesson and tasting with a master chocolatier, before exploring Brussels with your Local Expert.
• Abbaye Notre Dame de Scourmont: Visit the late 19th century abbey, surrounded by the lush greenery of the Molignée valley. Then, learn about the production secrets of the Maredsous Benedictine beers and cheeses before sampling freshly brewed beer along with a taste of creamy, golden-crusted cheese.
• Luxembourg City: At restaurant Les Écuires du Parc, savor a freshly prepared farm-to-table meal of locally sourced, seasonal produce.
• Monnickendam: Enjoy a Celebration Dinner with wine in an elegant restaurant in the quaint village of Monnickendam.
• Optional - Choose between two carefully selected activities
• Optional - Brussels: Join a private chocolate truffle-making lesson and tasting with a master chocolatier, before exploring Brussels with your Local Expert.
• Optional - Brussels: Learn about Napoloean's final defeat on a visit to the Panorama of the Battle of Waterloo. This neoclassical building houses a monumental panoramic painting depicting the battle.

CRUISE HIGHLIGHTS

• UNIQUE ITINERARY : CRUISE THROUGH THE LEGENDARY STRAIT OF GIBRALTAR and along the Moroccan coastlines
• ALL EXCURSIONS INCLUDED:
  • MOROCCO
    • Enchanting and colorful Marrakesh
    • Southern Morocco: Authentic Taroudant and the Tiout palm grove
    • The magical atmosphere of Casablanca
    • Rabat, a coastal Imperial City
    • Chefchaouen, a gorgeous blue-wash town nestled high up in the Rif Mountains
  • SPAIN
    • Granada and the Alhambra, the palace from the Nasrid dynasty and a marvelous example of Andalusian architecture
• Visit exceptional sites
  • Opulent Hassan II Mosque, dominating the seaside landscape
  • Delightful Jardin Majorelle, one of the most phenomenal botanical gardens in Morocco
• DELICIOUS, COLORFUL CUISINE
  • Tastings of wine and cheese from the Canary Islands
  • Tasting of Moroccan pastries and mint tea on board
  • Typical Moroccan lunch at the heart of the Medina of Marrakesh
  • Spanish cocktail hour on board with tapas and sangria
• Participation of Alain Loisin, lecturer(1)
  • During the years I have spent traveling, I have given presentations on several CroisiEurope cruises—from the banks of the Red Sea to the Canary Islands, the Greek islands to the Bosporus, Russia at the time of the czars to the splendors of the Adriatic.
  • Conference themes:
    The Strategic Challenges of the Strait of Gibraltar
    Casablanca, Morocco's Young Economic capital
    Following the Footsteps of the Conquistadors

CRUISE HIGHLIGHTS

• UNIQUE ITINERARY : CRUISE THROUGH THE LEGENDARY STRAIT OF GIBRALTAR and along the Moroccan coastlines
• ALL EXCURSIONS INCLUDED:
  • SPAIN
    • Granada and the Alhambra, the palace from the Nasrid dynasty and a marvelous example of Andalusian architecture
  • MOROCCO
    • Chefchaouen, a gorgeous blue-wash town nestled high up in the Rif Mountains
    • The magical atmosphere of Casablanca
    • Rabat, a coastal Imperial City
    • Enchanting and colorful Marrakesh
    • Southern Morocco: Authentic Taroudant and the Tiout palm grove
• Visit exceptional sites
  • Opulent Hassan II Mosque, dominating the seaside landscape
  • Delightful Jardin Majorelle, one of the most phenomenal botanical gardens in Morocco
• DELICIOUS, COLORFUL CUISINE
  • Spanish cocktail hour on board with tapas and sangria
  • Tasting of Moroccan pastries and mint tea on board
  • Typical Moroccan lunch at the heart of the Medina of Marrakesh
  • Tastings of wine and cheese from the Canary Islands
• Participation of Alain Loisin, lecturer(1)
  • During the years I have spent traveling, I have given presentations on several CroisiEurope cruises'from the banks of the Red Sea to the Canary Islands, the Greek islands to the Bosporus, Russia at the time of the czars to the splendors of the Adriatic.
  • Conference themes:
    The Strategic Challenges of the Strait of Gibraltar
    Casablanca, Morocco's Young Economic capital
    Following the Footsteps of the Conquistadors
• Onboard lecture