Holland & Belgium in Bloom with Carol Klein & Joe Swift

Resort: | Holland & Belgium in Bloom with Carol Klein & Joe Swift |
Operator: | Emerald Waterways |
Destination: | Belgium, Europe, Netherlands |
Price From: | Contact for latest offers |
Amsterdam has much to offer visitors but, in April, when the flowers are at their best, you simply cant miss out on seeing the colourful fields full of blooming tulips. On this eight-day river cruise, youll discover the cuisine and heritage of this historic corner of northern Europe and making your stay extra special are exclusive events in the company of BBC Gardeners World presenters Carol Klein and Joe Swift. Together, you will explore the renowned Keukenhof Gardens, one of the largest and most beautiful of its kind in the world. You will also hear Carol and Joes tips and stories from both of their careers during a private talk and Q&A session. ItineraryDay 1 – AmsterdamHolland in the spring is a truly memorable sight, and the perfect introduction to any river cruising itinerary that touches on the traditional side of Dutch life. You will be met and transferred from the airport to your luxurious Emerald Waterways Star-Ship. Meals Included:Dinner Day 2 – Amsterdam Zaanse SchansThis morning, you will have the opportunity to experience one of Hollands many highlights as you venture to Zaanse Schans. Relax on board your Star-Ship, as your delightfulEmeraldPLUS experience this afternoon involves welcoming a local clog painter for a demonstration and the opportunity to try your hand at this unique craft. Meals Included:Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner Day 3 – RotterdamRotterdam is a unique example of a Dutch city because it had to be reconstructed following the air raids of WWII, leaving behind a patchwork of different styles. Meals Included:Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner Day 4 – VeereToday, you will arrive in Veere, a delightful historic town where normal houses are adorned with miniature classical palace gardens and elegant architecture adorns the surprisingly quiet streets that you will stroll down during your guided tour. Meals Included:Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner Day 5 – AntwerpThis morning youll arrive in Antwerp, Belgiums biggest port, positioned on the River Scheldt with a large harbour linking to the sea. Home to the famous Baroque artist Pieter Paul Reubens, it attracts art-lovers and diamond dealers from all over the world. Meals Included:Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner Day 6 – ArnhemRelax in the comfortable surrounds of your Star-Ship this morning as you sail down Dutch waterways, passing wonderful windmills and quaint traditional villages. Meals Included:Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner Day 7 – AmsterdamExclusive Event:This morning, meet Carol & Joe at Keukenhof Gardens the most beautiful spring garden in the world and Europes largest. Situated in the heart of the tulip farm area of Holland, it boasts incredible displays of different flower and plants, with more than seven million tulips, daffodils and hyacinths filling over 79 acres with colour and fragrance. Meals Included:Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner Day 8 – Depart AmsterdamAfter breakfast, its time to bid farewell to your fellow guests and quintessential Holland as you disembark the ship for your transfer to the airport, taking memories of wooden windmills and spring-blooming flowers with you. Meals Included:Breakfast |