THE NETHERLANDS
5 DAYS
5 DAYS
Historic Triangle Steam Train
Mauritshuis Museum; Inset: Gouda Cheese Experience
Amsterdam & Traditional Holland
Land Train, Museums, Cheese & Waffles
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Experience Holland’s ‘Historic Triangle’ by steam & ship on this fantastic tour and enjoy a day at leisure in the vibrant capital of Amsterdam, where there is so much to see and do. We end our holiday with an authentic taste of Holland, visiting a traditional cheese farm and clog factory!
Join us for a wonderful tour of discovery as we visit The Hague, discover a slice of Dutch life and find out how Gouda Cheese & Syrup Waffles are made, soak up the famed Dutch masterpieces of the Golden Age and visit to a charming 18th century palace.
PACKAGED ITINERARY
PACKAGED ITINERARY
Day 1 Arrival We arrive at our hotel in time for dinner. Day 2 Historic Triangle (Hoorn-Medemblik-Enkhuizen)
Day 1 Arrival We arrive at our hotel in time for dinner.
Day 2 Boulevard Land Train, Museum Beelden and a walking tour in The Hague This morning, we board the Boulevard Train to take us to the Beelden aan Zee Museum . The museum focuses exclusively on contemporary sculpture. After free time for lunch, we join a local guide for a gentle 2-hour walking tour of The Hague. Day 3 Mauritshuis Museum and Escher in the Palace This morning, we have an artistic treat, a visit to the Mauritshuis Museum for a self- guided tour. In the afternoon, we take a short leisurely stroll to Escher in the Palace for a self-guided tour to discover the charming 18th-century palace dedicated to the works of M.C. Escher. NB: Escher in the Palace is a listed building, which means they have limited facilities and accessing the Palace is by several steps. Day 4 Gouda Cheese Experience & The Syrup Waffle Experience & Gouda This morning, we embark on an interactive journey at the Gouda Cheese Experience . We follow this with a Syrup Waffle Experience to learn more about the Kamphuisen syrup waffle. The remainder of the day is at your own leisure to explore Gouda. Day 5 Departure After breakfast, we begin our journey home. INCLUSIONS
This morning we drive to Hoorn for a full day ‘Historic Triangle’ adventure starting with a one-way steam train journey to Medemblik. We explore Medemblik before we board our historic motor ship for a cruise to Enkhuizen. Enjoy a Dutch styled lunch and soak up the endless views of the former Zuiderzee sea. We disembark in Enkhuizen to visit the Zuiderzee Museum to learn about life by the Zuiderzee sea in bygone times. This afternoon, we have leisure time to discover the historic town. Day 3 Amsterdam We enjoy a full day at leisure in Amsterdam, the vibrant capital of the Netherlands, where are can sightsee, visit some of the wonderful museums, enjoy a taster at the We start our day with a visit to Simonehoeve , a traditional cheese farm and clog factory where we enjoy a cheese-tasting contest. Afterwards, we spend some time at leisure in Volendam to explore and have lunch. This afternoon, we head to Zaandam and the village of Zaanse Schans, with its wooden houses, windmills and museums. Day 5 Departure After breakfast, we begin our journey home. INCLUSIONS • Return short sea crossing • Full day ‘Historic Triangle’ tour, including steam train, cruise, entrance to Zuiderzee Museum • Entrance to Simonehoeve & cheese tasting Heineken Experience or relax on a canal cruise. Day 4 Cheese Tasting, Volendam & Zaandam
• One way on the Boulevard Land Train • Entrance to Museum Beelden aan • Guided walking tour in The Hague • Entrance to Mauritshuis Museum
• Entrance to Escher in the Palace • Entrance to Gouda Cheese Experience • Entrance to The Syrup Waffle Experience
The Hague Marriott Hotel Den Haag, The Hague plus
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In a central city location, the modern styled Leonardo Hotel Almere City Centre offers all the comforts for a relaxing stay. It is close to the city theatre, restaurants and cafes and shops. Many hotel rooms have a view of the beautiful Lake Weerwater. Hotel facilities include a welcoming buffet restaurant, terrace bar and lounge. Leonardo Hotel Almere City Centre Almere (predicted)
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Centrally positioned, the modern Hague Marriott Hotel offers luxurious accommodation with modern and stylish public areas including the Great Room with floor to ceiling windows and a bar offering a wide range of drinks & snacks. The 306 rooms feature air- conditioning, Wi-Fi, a sitting area, coffee & tea making facilities and a hairdryer. A delicious buffet breakfast with hot and cold options is served daily in the Gallery Breakfast Room.
• Lift • Coach parking is off-site & chargeable 4 Nights Bed & Breakfast 3 Nights are also available
• Buffet dinner • Lift • Coach parking is off site & charges apply 4 Nights Half Board 3 Nights are also available
ADDITIONAL ACCOMMODATION Carlton Beach Hotel - see page 64 for full description. Leonardo Hotel Papendrecht- see page 64 for full description. NEW Carlton Ambassador, The Hague - ask for details.
ADDITIONAL ACCOMMODATION Leonardo Hotel Amsterdam Rembrandtpark is also available. See page 62 for full description. Ask your Account Manager for details.
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