The Netherlands In Bloom
10 Days
Tour Description
If you’re dreaming of flowers waving and windmills whirling, cobblestones and canals, and delicious Dutch treats, this Avalon cruise through the Netherlands brings it all to life. Sail while Holland is blooming during tulip season to see your visions blossom with history, beauty, and breath taking natural splendour for the senses. From maritime marvels of a proud fishing tradition of the harbours of the “low countries” to the heights of modern science and engineering from A to Zuiderzee!
Please note: Itinerary is based on 2025, and is subject to change. Full details will be confirmed in 2025.
Please note: Itinerary is based on 2025, and is subject to change. Full details will be confirmed in 2025.
Priced From:
$ 8038pp *
Start Location: Amsterdam, Netherlands
End Location: Amsterdam, Netherlands
Major Destinations: Amsterdam Canal cruise ,Enkhuizen,Maasright,Kinderdijk,Keukenhof
Breakfast Meals Included:
9
Lunch Meals Included:
8
Dinner Meals Included:
9
Itinerary
Day
1
AMSTERDAM, HOLLAND (EMBARKATION)
Welcome to Holland. Your Suite Ship is Ready for Boarding.
Flights into Amsterdam must arrive by 3:30 pm.
Guests must be on board ship by 5 pm.
Your day in Amsterdam is free to explore at your leisure.
You may choose to join a Guided Optional Excursion to beautiful Zaanse Schans to wander through its wonderful collection of well-preserved, historic windmills and Dutch houses.
Enjoy dinner and explore the ship on your first night on board.
EVENING CRUISE TO HOORN (D)
Day
2
HOORN
Maritime Atmosphere and Vibrant Culture
ACTIVE Take a Bike Tour with your Avalon Adventure Host to explore this lovely town and discover its typical Dutch atmosphere, OR:
CLASSIC Join a fascinating Guided Walking Tour through picturesque Hoorn, a bustling base for the Dutch East India Company during the Golden Age.
This afternoon, enjoy a leisurely sailing to Enkhuizen.
ENKHUIZEN
Home and Hearth in a Dutch Harbour Town
CLASSIC Take a Guided Walking Tour to experience the charm and beauty of this historic harbour village.
Later, enjoy onboard live entertainment.
OVERNIGHT DOCKING IN ENKHUIZEN (B,L,D)
Day
3
ENKHUIZEN
Tulips Fields, Flower Farms and the Zuiderzee
Visit the Adventure Centre for today's activities with your Adventure Host.
CLASSIC Take a guided tour of Zuiderzee Museum to discover cultural traditions and maritime history, OR:
DISCOVERY Join a Guided Tour of local tulip fields and Dutch flower farms.
This afternoon, enjoy a relaxing afternoon of sailing.
AFTERNOON/OVERNIGHT CRUISE TO NIJMEGEN (B,L,D)
Day
4
NIJMEGEN
WWII Valor and Climate Research
ACTIVE Join an exclusive visit to Hoge Kempen National Park and a visit to Research centre Ecotron to experience the simulation of the climate changes effects, OR:
CLASSIC Join a Guided Tour of Nijmegen-the oldest town in the Netherlands-first built by the Romans more than 2,000 years ago. See the archaeological Roman-era ruins in the city that was also damaged in WWII.
This afternoon, enjoy free time on your own and relax at one of the numerous cafes.
Later enjoy live entertainment on board.
EVENING/OVERNIGHT CRUISE TO MAASTRICHT (B,L,D)
Day
5
MAASTRICHT
Dutch History, School Spirit, and an Architectural Feast
Join your Adventure Host for today's special activities.
CLASSIC Discover this vibrant university town with its lovely cathedrals, old houses, and historical buildings, and remarkable cobblestoned town centre.
EVENING/OVERNIGHT CRUISE TO ANTWERP (B,L,D)
Day
6
ANTWERP, BELGIUM
Cathedrals, Carats and Crepes
ACTIVE Explore Antwerp by bike with your Adventure Host, OR:
CLASSIC Take a Guided Tour of this sophisticated city to visit the central Grote Markt, lined with 16th-century guildhall houses. You'll also see the beautiful city hall and the Cathedral of Our Lady with its stunning altarpiece paintings by Rubens.
During free time, you might take time on your own to indulge in Antwerp's signature Belgian waffles and crepes-or explore this bike-friendly city from its old wharfs to its legendary diamond district.
OVERNIGHT CRUISE TO WILLEMSTAD (B,L,D)
Day
7
WILLEMSTAD, HOLLAND
Historic Harbour and Dutch Specialties
ACTIVE See Willemstad by bike with your Adventure Host, OR:
CLASSIC Join a Guided Walking Tour of Willemstad and discover its many beautifully restored buildings from the 17th and 18th Century.
DISCOVERY Later, enjoy a Cheese Tasting on board as you prepare to sail to Kinderdijk.
KINDERDIJK
Harnessing the Wind for 300 Years
ACTIVE See the windmills of Kinderdijk by bike with your Adventure Host, OR:
CLASSIC Join a Guided Tour of Kinderdijk where 19 windmills were built in 1740 as flood prevention and water management. You'll hear about the windmill's vital role in the Netherland's history and why it became a national symbol of Holland.
This evening, enjoy a quick sailing to Rotterdam.
OVERNIGHT DOCKING IN ROTTERDAM (B,L,D)
Day
8
ROTTERDAM
Dutch Treats and Flowers Sweet
CLASSIC Join a full- or half-day Guided Tour of breathtaking Keukenhof-known as the "Garden of Europe"-for its 70 acres of lush parkland, lakes, and the world's largest flower gardens-with more than seven million tulips, daffodils and hyacinths as well as other bulbs, planted each year, OR:
CLASSIC Join a Guided Sightseeing Tour of Rotterdam featuring innovative architecture, including the marvellous Erasmus Bridge.
CLASSIC As an alternative to the full-day tour, you can join an exciting Guided Walking Tour to discover the city of Gouda, famous for its legendary cheese. Join an expert guide to explore some of the 330 historic buildings and monuments that make up this showcase of medieval architecture.
Before dinner, enjoy a cruise through Rotterdam harbour.
EVENING/OVERNIGHT CRUISE TO AMSTERDAMV(B,L,D)
Day
9
AMSTERDAM
Canals of Captivating Amsterdam
ACTIVE Start your day joining your Adventure Host on a morning walk in Amsterdam, OR:
CLASSIC Explore the iconic waterways of Amsterdam on a Guided Canal Cruise past stately homes of Amsterdam's "Golden Age."
This afternoon, choose among the Guided Optional Excursions available, or take some free time to explore Amsterdam's vibrant streets and canal houses, galleries, and shops.
OVERNIGHT DOCKING IN AMSTERDAM (B,L,D)
Day
10
AMSTERDAM (DISEMBARKATION)
Your cruise ends with breakfast this morning. (B)
Dates & prices
Dates
Prices
Status
Departure Date :
2026-04-16
Return Date :
2026-04-25
Single :
12522 NZD
Twin :
8360 NZD
Open
Departure Date :
2026-04-07
Return Date :
2026-04-16
Single :
12522 NZD
Twin :
8360 NZD
Open
Departure Date :
2026-03-29
Return Date :
2026-04-07
Single :
12023 NZD
Twin :
8038 NZD
Open