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Tulips and Windmills

See the colourful tulip fields, traditional windmills and charming villages on this 9-night river cruise from Amsterdam to Antwerp. Includes guided excursions, unlimited complimentary drinks and gratuities

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9 nights from £3899pp

River Cruise Holiday
Keukenhof Gardens
Zuiderzee Outdoor Museum, Enkhuizen
Kinderdijk windmills near Rotterdam

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Discover the best of the Netherlands and Belgium from the canals of Amsterdam to the canals of Bruges on this colourful springtime cruise.

A highlight of this cruise is a visit to the Keukenhof Gardens, described as the most beautiful in the world and home to millions of flowers in full bloom. See the 19 UNESCO-designated windmills of Kinderdijk and wander through the picturesque villages of Veere, Hoorn and Enkhuizen.

All along this cruise you'll learn about the history of the countries from historic villages to medieval city centres and battlefields, whilst garden lovers will enjoy seeing the colourful fields of tulips.

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Tulips & Windmills Itinerary

Day 1 - Amsterdam

Arrive at Amsterdam Airport Schiphol. If your cruise package includes a group arrival transfer or if you have purchased a private arrival transfer, you will be greeted by a Uniworld representative and transferred to the ship.

Day 2 - Amsterdam

The Netherlands’ largest city, Amsterdam, has been an international port and financial center for 400 years. Your day begins with a morning visit to the Fabrique des Lumières. Later, see the sites by canal boat. A special Captain’s Welcome Reception and Dinner will be prepared for you this evening.

Day 3 - Haarlem

Spend half a day among millions of brilliantly colored flowers in Keukenhof, then mix it up a bit with a visit to and exploration of Haarlem’s art, history and Dutch lifestyle.

Day 4 - Hoorn

Spend some time exploring the picture-perfect town of Enkhuizen and leave the modern world far behind as you visit a recreated 19th-century Dutch village. Later, you’ll discover the town of Hoorn’s seafaring past, where the swashbuckling derring-do of Dutch explorers will come to life on a guided walking tour of this historic locale.

Day 5 - Nijmegen

For your choice of excursions today, visit the Kröller-Müller Museum, which is home to 97 works by native son Vincent van Gogh as well as other notable artists and sculptors. Or opt for a walking tour of Nijmegen.

Day 6 - Rotterdam

Rotterdam is thoroughly modern—you’ll soon understand why it’s sometimes called “Manhattan on the Meuse”: The Maas Tower, the Montevideo, the Millennium Tower and the spectacular Erasmus Bridge make for a dazzling skyline. Begin your day by exploring this modern city on a Dutch culinary stroll, with a stop at the architectural milestone, Market Hall. Erected in 2014, it’s known for its futuristic look and unique culinary offerings. Later, head to Kinderdijk to discover why windmills are such an iconic symbol of Holland; marvel at their engineering and learn about their role in changing the course of Dutch history.

Day 7 - Veere

Your ship docks this morning in the quaint Zeeland village of Veere, which will be your base for explorations of this charming town. A harbor village on the shores of the Western Scheldt, Veere may be a small town now, but its stately 15th-century town hall tells of a grander past. For three centuries it was the bustling center of the wool trade with Scotland; the wealth from this trade built the splendid church with its tall and ornate steeple that dominates the village, as well as the handsome mansions on its main street.

Day 8 - Ghent

Your first day in Belgium offers you the chance to visit one of two national gems: beautiful Bruges, the capital of West Flanders and one of the best-preserved medieval cities in Europe, or fascinating Ghent, the capital city of East Flanders, whose long history does not weigh on its vibrant present. Belgium’s second largest city, Ghent abounds in medieval architecture, but there’s nothing museum-like about the city. It’s lively and brims with cutting-edge boutiques and galleries.

Day 9 - Antwerp

It may be the diamond capital of the world, but Antwerp is also known for a number of other sought-after cultural gems, including Golden Age art and Belgian beer, waffles and fries. Visit Antwerp’s striking Cathedral of Our Lady, with its UNESCO-designated belfry and its historic surroundings, or, if you’re feeling adventurous, hop on the metro and experience the city like a local. A special Captain’s Farewell Reception and Dinner will be prepared for you this evening.

Day 10 - Antwerp

Disembark the ship in Antwerp. If your cruise package includes a group departure transfer or if you have purchased a private departure transfer, you will be transferred to Brussels International Airport for your flight home.

Price Includes

  • 9-night full board cruise on River Duchess, River Queen or SS Maria Theresa
  • Flight inclusive package prices include return flights from the UK and transfers
  • Unlimited beverages on board, including fine wine, beer, spirits, soft drinks, speciality coffee, tea and bottled water (premium wine and premium spirits not included)
  • Shore excursions with English speaking guides, as per itinerary (subject to change)
  • State-of-the-art 'Quietvox' portable audio headset systems for all excursions, and complimentary internet access and Wi-Fi on board
  • All gratuities onboard and onshore
  • Captain's Welcome and Farewell Dinners
  • Onboard entertainment and insightful lectures
  • All airport taxes, security charges and UK Air Passenger Duty.
  • All port charges and Airline imposed fuel surcharge
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2024 Departures £ price per person based on 2 people sharing

  • March
    • Mar 28th - Antwerp to Amsterdam - Sailing on: River Princess From: £3899
      Classic Window Cabin Deluxe Window Cabin French Balcony
      Blue Water Price from: £3899 Blue Water Price from: £4499 Blue Water Price from: £5099
  • April
    • Apr 6th - Amsterdam to Antwerp - Sailing on: River Princess From: £4899
      Classic Window Cabin Deluxe Window Cabin French Balcony
      Blue Water Price from: £4899 Blue Water Price from: £5499 Blue Water Price from: £6099
    • Apr 15th - Antwerp to Amsterdam - Sailing on: River Princess From: £4899
      Classic Window Cabin Deluxe Window Cabin Suite
      Blue Water Price from: £4899 Blue Water Price from: £5499 Blue Water Price from: £8499
    • Apr 24th - Amsterdam to Antwerp - Sailing on: River Princess From: £4899
      Classic Window Cabin Deluxe Window Cabin
      Blue Water Price from: £4899 Blue Water Price from: £5499

Price Information

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