9 Day Tulip Time River Cruise

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Overview

Trip type
Group Tour
Lodging level
Premium - 4 star
Physical level
Moderate
Trip pace
Balanced schedule

Highlights

    • In Amsterdam, board a glass-top boat and cruise the winding canals
    • Dock in the historic Flanders port of Ghent, a showcase of Flemish wealth
    • Visit the windmill park in Kinderdijk built in the 1700s and still in use today
    • Explore the magnificent flower displays at Keukenhof Gardens

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Details

Itinerary focusClassic Highlights
Group sizeSmall Group - 24 max
Age range18 years and up
Flights and transportN/A
Start CityOperator does not provide
End CityOperator does not provide

Travel Themes

  • 50 plus
  • Cultural

Destinations

  • Europe

Attractions

  • Amsterdam
  • Antwerp

Trip includes

    • Round trip flights New York-Amsterdam, Amsterdam-New YorkOther departure cities available. Click on date of departure for selection and prices
    • Airline taxes & fuel surcharges
    • 7 nights outside cabin aboard the Deluxe Monarch Empress, Deluxe Monarch Queen, First Class Monarch Princess or the First Class Monarch Governess
    • River port charges of $190 per person
    • Cruise & hotel porterage
    • All transfers included only with airfare purchase on package arrival & departure dates†
    • 20 meals: 7 breakfasts, 6 lunches, 7 dinners
    • Cruise director & activities host throughout cruise
    • Services of local guides in all major cities
    • Shore excursions per itinerary
    • Entrance fees per itinerary
    • Comfortable wireless earphones for enhanced touring during excursions

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Itinerary

DAY 1, Thursday - Depart for the Netherlands
Depart for the Netherlands

DAY 2, Friday - Cruise Embarkation in Amsterdam
Arrive in Amsterdam and transfer to the port. Embarkation begins at 2 PM. After arrival formalities, time to relax on board. Tonight, meet your Cruise Director and enjoy a gala Welcome Dinner as it sets the mood for your delightful river cruise Overnight: River Cruise Meals: Dinner

DAY 3, Saturday - Panoramic Tour of Amsterdam
Awake this morning in Amsterdam, one of the greatest small cities in the world, with its world-famous museums and historical sites. Today's panoramic tour of 700-year-old Amsterdam introduces you to both the old and the new sections of this city. View the Royal Palace on...
DAY 4, Sunday - Antwerp City Tour
Today you arrive in Antwerp, one of Europe's largest and most historic port cities, where more than half of the world's diamonds are traded. Evidence of the wealth produced from trade during the 16th century can be seen in the opulent homes that line the city streets. Du...
DAY 5, Monday - Tour Ghent, the Historic Flanders Port
Discover the historic Flanders port of Ghent today, a showcase of Flemish wealth. Your tour of this medieval city includes views of the 7th century St. Bavo's Cathedral and the imposing Gravensteen Castle. At the town center, view the gigantic Belfry, a symbol of the cit...
DAY 6, Tuesday - Willemstad, Afternoon Windmill Tour in Kinderdijk
Begin your exploration of charming Willemstad, located on Holland's Diep River. The town, named after King Willem of Orange, is best-known for its well-preserved fortifications. View some of the town's architectural landmarks; the Mauritshuis, De Koepelkerk Church, the f...
DAY 7, Wednesday - Morning Tour of Enkhuizen
Embark on a morning tour of the charming city of Enkhuizen. Discover the city's historic landmarks and step into the Dutch Golden Age of the 17th century when you stroll through Enkhuizen's historic streets. Learn about the city's local culture and hear facts about the...
DAY 8, Thursday - Morning in Keukenhof Gardens, Afternoon Zaandam
Depart this morning for beautiful Keukenhof Gardens, the largest and most spectacular flower gardens in the world, where a sea of multicolored tulips stretches out over the flat Dutch landscape as far as the eye can see. Return to the ship for lunch. Spend a relaxing aft...
DAY 9, Friday - Depart the Netherlands
This morning, disembark and transfer to the airport for your departure flight. Disembarkation will end at 9:30 AM Meals: Breakfast

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Last Updated: 2/23/2024

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    • Not Included:Optional shore excursions and gratuities.
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Optional Activities
Full Day Bruges City Tour with lunch Visit Bruges, also known as the “Venice of the North” and home to some of Europe’s best preserved medieval buildings. Here, view the Lake of Love (Minnewater), the Beguinage Convent and walk along the picturesque winding cobbled alleys and romantic canals. Approximate tour duration is 8 hours. OnDay : 4 Price : $98 Half Day Delta Works A fascinating excursion this morning to the Delta Works. After the 1953 flood in the Netherlands, where more than 1800 people drowned in one night, the Delta Plan was created to prevent a disaster of this magnitude from ever happening again. Taking 30 years to complete, the storm flood barrier, almost six miles long, stands as the final defense in the battle against the water and is considered a technical miracle. Approximate tour duration is 4 hours. OnDay : 5 Price : $80 Full Day Bruges City Tour with lunch Visit Bruges, also known as the “Venice of the North” and home to some of Europe’s best preserved medieval buildings. Here, view the Lake of Love (Minnewater), the Beguinage Convent and walk along the picturesque winding cobbled alleys and romantic canals. Approximate tour duration is 8 hours. OnDay : 5 Price : $98 Half Day Delta Works A fascinating excursion this morning to the Delta Works. After the 1953 flood in the Netherlands, where more than 1800 people drowned in one night, the Delta Plan was created to prevent a disaster of this magnitude from ever happening again. Taking 30 years to complete, the storm flood barrier, almost six miles long, stands as the final defense in the battle against the water and is considered a technical miracle. Approximate tour duration is 4 hours. OnDay : 6 Price : $80 Full Day Bruges City Tour with lunch Visit Bruges, also known as the “Venice of the North” and home to some of Europe’s best preserved medieval buildings. Here, view the Lake of Love (Minnewater), the Beguinage Convent and walk along the picturesque winding cobbled alleys and romantic canals. Approximate tour duration is 8 hours. OnDay : 5 Price : $98 Half Day Delta Works A fascinating excursion this morning to the Delta Works. After the 1953 flood in the Netherlands, where more than 1800 people drowned in one night, the Delta Plan was created to prevent a disaster of this magnitude from ever happening again. Taking 30 years to complete, the storm flood barrier, almost six miles long, stands as the final defense in the battle against the water and is considered a technical miracle. Approximate tour duration is 4 hours. OnDay : 6 Price : $80 Full Day Bruges City Tour with lunch Visit Bruges, also known as the “Venice of the North” and home to some of Europe’s best preserved medieval buildings. Here, view the Lake of Love (Minnewater), the Beguinage Convent and walk along the picturesque winding cobbled alleys and romantic canals. Approximate tour duration is 8 hours. OnDay : 4 Price : $98 Half Day Delta Works A fascinating excursion this morning to the Delta Works. After the 1953 flood in the Netherlands, where more than 1800 people drowned in one night, the Delta Plan was created to prevent a disaster of this magnitude from ever happening again. Taking 30 years to complete, the storm flood barrier, almost six miles long, stands as the final defense in the battle against the water and is considered a technical miracle. Approximate tour duration is 4 hours. OnDay : 5 Price : $80
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Additional Information: Cruise only price does not include arrival/departure transfers.
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