2025 tulip time river cruise

2 nights hotel in Amsterdam at either the Barbizon Palace or Grand Hotel Krasnapolsky Hotels (or similar), including city tour, Haarlem excursion visit and daily breakfast. Follow your guide through the charming capital of the Netherlands, with its iconic meandering canals, bridges and distinctive architecture. (B)

Enjoy an enchanting cruise along the canal in Haarlem outside of Amsterdam, passing historic architecture, bridges and even a windmill iconic of the region. Later in the day, transfer to your ship. (B,D)

Cruise through the IJsselmeer to Kampen and explore the charming village of Giethoorn, known as the "Dutch Venice." Photograph picturesque thatched-roof farmhouses, reminiscent of a fairytale. In the afternoon, enjoy a guided bike ride through the Dutch countryside or visit Noordoostpolder’s vibrant tulip fields. (B,L,D)

After a scenic cruise through the Delta, explore the medieval harbor town of Zierikzee on a guided tour, featuring its 16th-century Gravesteen and charming harborside spots. Visit the Oosterschelde Kering, the Delta Works' largest storm surge barrier, or delve into Delta Works' history at the Flood Museum. Opt for an invigorating bike tour to discover Bruinisse with our guide. (B,L,D)

Explore Ghent's canal-side architecture, including the Castle of the Counts and St. Bavo’s Cathedral. Visit a chocolate maker's shop for a champagne welcome, a chocolate history briefing, praline tasting, and a chance to make your own. Alternatively, take a full-day tour of Bruges, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, wandering through Grote Markt and Burg Square, visiting the Church of Our Lady, and savoring local specialties like Belgian fries, waffles, and chocolate before returning to the ship. (B,L,D)

Discover Antwerp on a walking tour, visiting Steen Castle, Grote Market, Brabo Fountain, and the UNESCO Cathedral of Our Lady. Opt for an active exploration with a guided bike tour. In the afternoon, choose between a culinary tour for chocolate, waffles, and beer indulgence or a visit to Floralia, an annual spring flower show with one million hand-planted bulbs. (B,L,D)

During the morning, enjoy a walking tour of Rotterdam or explore Delft's cultural treasures. Opt for an active bike ride in Rotterdam or visit the UNESCO World Heritage Site, Kinderdijk, in the afternoon. Choose between exploring windmills by electric boat or bike. Alternatively, delve into the history of US immigration with an excursion to Delfshaven and the FENIX Museum of Migration. (B,L,D)

Indulge in morning scenic cruising, followed by an afternoon adventure on a smaller boat designed for navigating Amsterdam's numerous bridges. Witness the city's historic harbor, canals, and the iconic Skinny Bridge. Alternatively, explore the breathtaking Keukenhof, one of the world's most impressive public gardens, showcasing millions of tulips over 70 acres. Stroll through this legendary garden, open only nine weeks a year and often called the "Garden of Europe." (B,L,D)