Windmills, Tulips & Belgian Delights

Choose from a selection of ways to travel to Amsterdam. Pick from one of up to 14 UK regional airports or travel direct from London Heathrow. If you prefer not to fly, why not travel Standard Premier Class aboard the Eurostar from St Pancras International to Brussels and then onto Amsterdam on first class rail. You’ll then be transferred to your Scenic Space-Ship

Travel to the sleepy fishing village of Volendam and then head to Edam, famous for its round cheese. You’ll love this village with its beautiful squares, old-style bridges and cheese warehouses. Or, discover Hoorn with a local guide, immersing yourself in local life at cheese and fish tastings. Alternatively, you can choose to explore by bike, as it’s a great village to cycle through. Enrich This evening, a special experience awaits you. You’ll get the chance to commune with the hospitable locals of this quiet pocket of northeastern Holland. Not only is there much friendly conversation in store, you can anticipate a truly sumptuous dinner, in the local style, with accompanying entertainment. What a fabulous way to celebrate your time in this charming region.

This exciting post-war city is filled with modern influences. Freechoice Join a knowledgeable local guide on a tour of Rotterdam – a dynamic, international city with a bold and passionately beating heart. Known as the architectural capital of the Netherlands, you’ll see highlights such as the Erasmus Bridge and the Beeldenroute Westersingel – the Westersingel Sculpture Route that runs along the Westersingel Canal and displays various works of art by renowned local artists. Or if you’d prefer, you could choose to explore beautiful Delft, before dropping in to a pottery factory and museum to discover more about world-famous Delft Blue Pottery. Alternatively, discover picturesque Kinderdijk, famous for its beautiful historic windmills.

Freechoice Take a guided tour of Veere or embark on a cycling tour of Veere and its surroundings. Alternatively, visit Holland’s Delta Works. Sundowners Raise a toast to the end of a wonderful day. As the sun sets, you’ll be able to reflect on what you’ve seen so far.

Today you’ll be greeted with the opportunity to explore one of two fascinating Belgian cities. Where you visit is up to you. Freechoice Let a local expert guide you through Bruges, the charming World Heritage-listed city with a hive of picturesque canals and cobblestone streets. Alternatively, explore Antwerp, Belgium’s second city, renowned as the diamond capital of the world and located on the banks of the River Scheldt. The city offers an abundance of world-class restaurants, striking architecture and is home to some of Belgium’s finest fashion designers.

Freechoice Explore the Arnhem Airborne Museum and learn about the Battle of Arnhem.  The 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.  The museum portrays impression of daily life for the average Dutchman over the past few centuries. Or, if you’re feeling more active you might wish to journey to the nearby Hoge Veluwe National Park and enjoy cycling on one of their white bicycles.  The national park is one of the largest continuous nature reserves in Holland, and the best way to explore it is by bicycle.

From its quirky cafés to abundant museums, Amsterdam is a cosmopolitan hub of intrigue. With 165 canals that stretch over 100km, the city’s magnificent waterways weave a complex route through the streets which pay homage to the grandeur of the Golden Age. You’ll enjoy a visit to Keukenhof Gardens, which have delighted visitors for over 60 years. Known as the Garden of Europe, Keukenhof Gardens is the world’s second largest flower garden and explodes with colour against a backdrop of neatly manicured lawns. An expert tour guide will be delighted to show you around this springtime spectacular.

After breakfast, transfer to Amsterdam airport for your return flight home. Travel direct to London or one of up to 14 UK regional airports. Alternatively, travel by first class rail to Brussels and then Standard Premier Class aboard the Eurostar to St Pancras International.