Europe 2025

HOLLAND/BELGIUM

5 DAYS

6 DAYS

Dutch Windmills and Tulips

Keukenhof Gardens

ALL INCLUSIVE

NO SINGLE SUPPLEMENT Please ask for details

FULL BOARD

Springtime in Holland This cruise provides a perfect mix of vibrant cities, scenic riverscapes and delightful spring colour. As we sail along the Dutch and Belgian waterways, we discover superb springtime scenery, the colourful Keukenhof

Holland in Bloom Prepare for the perfect mix of cities, waterways and seasonal colour on this charming cruise which truly captures the essence of springtime in Holland – the delightful Dutch vistas at Keukenhof

Cruise Highlights • Take in amazing springtime scenery on a relaxing cruise • Admire the floral displays at Keukenhof Gardens

Cruise Highlights

• Take in magical riverside scenery & stunning landscapes • Admire the famous floral spring displays at Keukenhof Gardens

Gardens and bustling Amsterdam. SUGGESTED ITINERARY

Gardens are not to be missed! SUGGESTED ITINERARY Day 1 Embark in Cologne - Zaandam We arrive in Cologne and board our ship at 14.00, before cruising to Zaandam. Day 2 Zaandam Today’s optional excursions include a city tour of Amsterdam, the vibrant capital of the Netherlands, and a visit to the famous Keukenhof Gardens, covering an area of 32 colourful hectares (79 acres) it’s been welcoming visitors since 1949! Day 3 Zaandam - Enkhuizen - Rotterdam We may wish to enjoy an optional Windmills & Delicacies experience today – a classic Dutch combination! Day 4 Rotterdam - Dordrecht - Nijmegen Enjoy exploring with today’s optional excursions, starting with visits to Rotterdam and Delft – known for its blue and white Delftware pottery – followed by an evening walking tour of Dordrecht. Day 5 Nijmegen - Cologne On arrival in Nijmegen we may wish to embark on a walking tour of the city before cruising to Cologne. Day 6 Disembark in Cologne After breakfast, we disembark at 09.00 and make our way home.

Day 1 Embark in Amsterdam (or nearby port) We arrive in Amsterdam and board our ship at 18.00. Day 2 Amsterdam (or nearby port) - Wijk-bij-Duurstede

Choose from 2 optional excursions: A guided tour of Amsterdam, begins at the Rieker Windmill, built in 1636 on the banks of the Amstel River, before heading to the Diamond District to visit a diamond merchant. Our last stop is Amsterdam’s famous floating flower market, Bloemenmarkt. In the afternoon, enjoy the fishing village of Volendam and Zaanse Schans with its iconic windmills and wooden houses. Day 3 Wijk-bij-Duurstede - Rotterdam We spend the morning cruising before making our way to the world-famous Keukenhof Gardens (included), which celebrated its 75th Anniversary in 2024. Covering an area of 32 hectares (79 acres), around 7 million flower bulbs are planted in the gardens annually and it is widely known for its tulips, with flower shows, inspirational gardens and royal pavilions to explore. Tonight is our gala evening. Day 4 Rotterdam - Antwerp Today we cruise towards Antwerp with time to explore the old city in the company of our host/hostess. Day 5 Disembark in Antwerp After breakfast, we disembark at 09.00 and make our way home.

• Amsterdam city tour • Keukenhof Gardens • Windmills & Delicacies • Rotterdam & Delft • Dordrecht evening walking tour • Nijmegen walking tour OPTIONAL SHORE EXCURSIONS

Please note, this cruise operates in reverse on selected dates.

Enkhiuzen

Zaandam

Rotterdam Keukenhof Dordrecht

• Amsterdam guided city tour & diamond merchant visit • Volendam & Zaanse Schans OPTIONAL SHORE EXCURSION

Nijmegen

Zaanse Schans

Amsterdam Volendam

Rhine

Meuse

Rotterdam Keukenhof

Scheldt

Wijk-bij-Duurstede

Cologne

Belgium

Meuse

France

Germany

Antwerp

Scheldt

Rhine

Belgium

Germany

France

CRUISE SHIP

5 Nights Full Board MAR - APR 2025 Inclusions • Return short sea crossing • Porterage • Soup on embarkation • Welcome & farewell cocktail receptions • Lunch (choice menu) on 4 days • Dinner (choice menu) on 5 nights • Tea/coffee from breakfast to dinner DCS Amethyst Classic (standard ship)

CRUISE SHIPS

Choice of standard & premium ships available – please contact the sales team for information.

4 Nights Inclusive APR 2025 Inclusions • Return short sea crossing • Porterage

• 3 course lunch (set menu) on 3 days • 3 course dinner (set menu) on 3 nights • Gala evening with 4 course dinner (set menu) on 1 night • On-board entertainment, activities, informative speakers and local performers • Excursion to Keukenhof Gardens

• Midnight snack • On-board entertainment • Daily music programme at Panorama bar

• Captain’s welcome cocktail reception • Complimentary drinks (water, juice, soft drinks, tea, coffee, beer, most spirits and house wine)

Drinks package available

Cruise itineraries are based on 2024 schedules and may be subject to change for 2025

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