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Windmills, Tulips & Belgian Delights
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Windmills, Tulips & Belgian Delights
9 DAYS • 20 MEALS Experience the epitome of the Dutch and Belgian countrysides as your cruise through these two wonderful countries during springtime. Picturesque villages, fields of flowers in full bloom and historic ports of call are your to explore on this fantastic voyage.
The dynamic city of Rotterdam
DAY 1 Depart the USA: Depart the USA on your overnight flight to Amsterdam, the Netherlands.
DAY 2 Amsterdam, the Netherlands: Let your journey of wonder commence. You will be warmly welcomed by your friendly crew as you embark on your Scenic SpaceShip. Tonight raise your glass at this evening’s welcome reception. Meal: D
DAY 3 Dordrecht: Freechoice: Join a knowledgeable local for a guided tour of Rotterdam. A dynamic, international city with a bold and passionately beating heart, Rotterdam is known as the architectural capital of the Netherlands. Or, you could choose to explore beautiful Delft before dropping into the pottery factory and museum to discover more about the world famous Delft Blue Pottery. Alternatively, discover picturesque Kinderdijk, famous for its historic windmills. Or visit Gouda, a town synonymous with cheese, and visit its local cheese market that dates back centuries.
Alternatively, take an excursion to Leiden, the vibrant university city with its traditional Dutch architecture and artistic heritage. Discover the city’s fascinating history with a local guide, from its link to the Pilgrims who sailed to America on the Mayflower to the birthplace of renowned artist Rembrandt van Rijn. Meals: B, L, D
DAY 4 Veere: Freechoice: Visit the Delta works, including the famous Storm Surge Barrier, an incredible feat of modern engineering, purpose-built to protect the flooding Delta Plain.
Amsterdam
Keukenhof
English Channel
Gouda Delft Dordrecht NETHERLANDS
Kinderdijk
Veere
Delta Works Rotterdam 7
Arnhem
Ghent Antwerp
BELGIUM
Cruise Overnight Visit Freechoice Cruise Route
• 20 meals: 7 breakfasts, 6 lunches and 7 dinners • Airport transfers on tour dates when air is provided by Mayflower Cruises & Tours • 5-Star Scenic Space-Ships with up to 163 guests • Spacious Balcony Suites with an innovative
Scenic Sun Lounge • 1 Scenic Enrich experience awaits as you’ll be treated to a choir performance in the 17th-century
Dutch reformed church of Oosterkerk – Exclusive to Scenic • Personalize your trip with 20 included Scenic
Freechoice activities
• Dine at your choice of up to five onboard venues, from casual to fine dining • Complimentary premium beverages all day, every day – not just at meal times • Butler service for every suite • Complimentary full mini-bar restocked daily • Innovative Salt Therapy Lounge and fitness area • Scenic Tailormade App for river commentary and independent exploration • The freedom of our e-bikes – electronically assisted bicycles • Scenic Cruise Director to guide and assist and expert local guides • Complimentary Wi-Fi throughout your cruise • All tipping and gratuities onboard and on shore
Windmills, Tulips & Belgian Delights
Alternatively, you can choose to explore the charming village of Veere, located on a series of regional dykes, with a history extending back to the 15th century. Or, for something more active, embark on an enjoyable guided cycling tour of Veere and its surroundings. Alternatively, choose to visit an oyster farm for a tour and tasting.
Meals: B, L, D
DAY 5 Antwerp, Belgium: Freechoice: Let a local expert guide you through Ghent, one of Belgium’s most historic cities with a myriad of medieval buildings and charming canals, or explore Antwerp, renowned as the diamond capital of the world. See sights such as the impressive Cathedral of Our Lady, the Medieval fortress and the main square lined with many ornately decorated buidings.
Meals: B, L, D
DAY 6 Arnhem, the Netherlands: Freechoice: Explore the Arnhem Airborne Museum and learn about the Battle of Arnhem. The Arnhem Airborne Experience allows you to follow in the footsteps of the British parachutists who made their way across dangerous terrain to Arnhem in September 1944. Alternatively, visit the Netherlands Open Air Museum and discover historic houses, farms and windmills.
Alternatively, join a cycling tour through pretty surrounds of Nijmegen, or visit the Gardens of Appelltern, home to over 200 inspiration gardens. From the sustainable to the colourful, enjoy walking through these incredible gardens at your leisure. Meals: B, L, D
DAY 7 Hoorn: Freechoice: Visit the Veldzicht Hoeve Cheese Farm where you will meet the family that owns and runs it. During your tour you will learn about their passion for energy neutral and sustainable dairy farming as well as how their delicious Beemster cheese is produced, Or, discover Hoorn with a local guide and be immersed into the local life while tasting fine regional cheese and seafood.
Antwerp, Belgium – the diamond capital of the world Explore the Arnhem Airborne Museum
Discover Hoorn with a local guide Flowers and fragrances fill Keukenhof Gardens
Alternatively, discover the long held family secrets to making traditional apple pie with a cooking class hosted by a local, while learning about life in this region.
Alternatively, you can choose to explore Hoorn by bike, or if you are feeling a little more adventurous, sail into open waters on a Tall Ship sailing experience. Enrich: A special experience awaits as you are treated to a choir performance in the 17th-century Dutch reformed church of
Oosterkerk. Meals: B, L, D DAY 8 Amsterdam: During the visit to Keukenhof Gardens, discover why it’s called the “Garden of Europe” as you wander along the paths admiring gorgeous flowers at the peak of tulip season! Meals: B, L, D
DAY 9 Amsterdam / USA: After breakfast, disembark the vessel and depart for the airport with wonderful memories of your voyage through Holland and Belgium. Meal: B
Itinerary and vessel subject to change.
2023 Departure Date
Windmills, Tulips & Belgian Delights
CAT STATEROOM / SUITE
E Standard Suite
D Standard Suite
C Balcony Suite BA Balcony Suite BB Balcony Suite
A Balcony Suite PA Balcony Suite PP Balcony Suite BD Deluxe Balcony Suite PD Deluxe Balcony Suite
DECK Jewel Jewel Sapphire Sapphire Sapphire Diamond Diamond Diamond Sapphire Diamond APR 11
PER PERSON TWIN
$4,545 $4,795 $5,745 $5,745 $5,995 $5,995 $5,995 $6,145 $6,195 $6,345
Call for details on Free Airfare between your city and Amsterdam, the Netherlands.
CRUISE ACCOMMODATIONS
Days 2 through 8 – Aboard a Scenic Space-Ship (pg. 55)
TOUR ACTIVITY LEVEL 1 2 3 4 5
EASY ENERGETIC
