Visit the renowned Keukenhof Bulb Gardens (world’s largest floral display) and Aalsmeer flower auction, where some 17 million cut flowers are auctioned every day. Seeing the splendor of the colorful fields and scenic Dutch cities and unpacking once while enjoying the comforts aboard your home away from home is the perfect way to travel.
Your Itinerary
Day 1 (Sunday) - After meeting at l' Hotel de l' Europe in Amsterdam, we are whisked to 'Marjorie or Marjorie II', moored nearby. After a drink to welcome us aboard we start cruising. The River Vecht is to Holland what the Loire is to France, whose banks are lined with 17 Century mansions dating from the Dutch " Golden Age ", we cruise through the very heart of Holland to our overnight mooring at a cheese farm. (D).
Day 2 (Monday) - After breakfast we take a trip to the Aalsmeer flower auction, where some 17 million cut flowers are auctioned every day. Returning to our boat, we cruise on to Montfoort. (B/L/D).
Day 3 (Tuesday) - This morning's route takes us along the Hollandse IJssel towards Gouda, on a canal so narrow that we can nearly touch the banks where lambs graze at this time of the year. (B/L/D).
Day 4 (Wednesday) - We cruise during breakfast and then leave from one of the locks for a number of sightseeing possibilities. From our mooring at Gouda we walk right into town, where our sightseeing includes St.John's Church, famous for its 70 magnificent stained glass windows and St.Catherine's Hospice, decorated with paintings from the School of The Hague. Our last stop is the town square, home to the Stadhuis, Gouda's town hall and Waag, where cheese is weighed. After lunch we cruise through Rotterdam, largest port in the World, en route to Delft, famous for the blue- and white porcelain which bears its name. (B/L/D).
Day 5 (Thursday) - Delft is a fascinating town full of small canals and humpback bridges and is best explored by bike or on foot. Many beautiful buildings illustrate the city's historic connection with the Dutch east India Company. The birthplace of Jan Vermeer, Delft is also famous for its Delft tableware, and we visit a factory to learn how this world-famous porcelain is made. Then, back on the barge, a scenic cruise brings us to Haarlem. (B/L/D).
Day 6 (Friday) - After meeting at l' Hotel de l' Europe in Amsterdam, we are whisked to 'Marjorie or Marjorie II', moored nearby. After a drink to welcome us aboard we start cruising. The River Vecht is to Holland what the Loire is to France, whose banks are lined with 17 Century mansions dating from the Dutch " Golden Age ", we cruise through the very heart of Holland to our overnight mooring at a cheese farm. (B/L/D).
Day 7 (Saturday) - After breakfast, return to Amterdam. This route may be run in reverse. Children under 14 welcome on charters only. Departures are guaranteed with a minimum of 4 passengers. (B/L/D).
Specifications:
Size: 129”X16’5”
Capacity: 12
Crew: 5
Cabins: 6
Accommodations: 6 Doubles/Twins
Heat & Air: Central Heating & Air Conditioning
Cruising Region: Between Bruges and Haarlem
Length of Cruise: 6 Nights
Departure Day: Sunday
Remodeled: 2006
Meals: All Included
Beverages: All Included
Entrance Fees: Al Included
Laundry Facilities: Not available
Transportation: Transfer from Bruges or Amsterdam (depending on the direction of cruise)
Pick-Up Time: 2:00 PM
Recreational Items: TV, email access, sondsystem with CD, 8 bicycles, Library of books & games
Theme Cruises: Golf
Cruising Season: Holland Tulip Cruise, April & May
Notes:
Airfare is not included in the tour price.
$37,950 Marjorie II charter (12 pass); $24,150 Marjorie charter (8 pass). Tandem Cruises Available.
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