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7 Night Windmills Tulips and Belgian Delights

From Amsterdam to Amsterdam

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Cruise #: 13934782
Departs: Mon, Apr 14, 2025
Returns: Mon, Apr 21, 2025

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Monday - Apr 14, 2025

Day
1

Amsterdam, Netherlands

Welcome to Amsterdam. The capital city of the Netherlands is a treasure trove of architectural beauty, masterpiece-filled galleries, tranquil scenes of boats putting along 16th-century canals, narrow cobbled laneways filled with boutiques and cafes, and streets busy with cyclists criss-crossing their way about town. Often referred to as the Venice of the North, much of the UNESCO World Heritage-listed canal system exists today as it did hundreds of years ago, lined with well-preserved canal houses and intersected by charming bridges. A warm welcome awaits you from the crew of your Scenic Space-Ship. Raise your glass to the marvelous cruise ahead of you at this evening's welcome reception. Please book your flight to arrive into Amsterdam prior to 6 PM. Inclusions: Dinner. ...
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Tuesday - Apr 15, 2025

Day
2

Dordrecht, Netherlands

You'll arrive in Dordrecht, one of the oldest cities in the Netherlands, this morning. Once an important trade city for wood, grain, and wine, it's made up of an historical city center with buildings dating to the Middle Ages, as well as merchant houses and warehouses along the harbor. From here, you will explore surrounding cities and villages. Freechoice: Explore your way with one of today's Scenic Freechoice activities: Excursion to Delft: Take an excursion to Delft, a pretty town whose center is a maze of narrow canal-lined streets. It has a historic association with the Dutch Royal Family and is the origin of the globally regarded Delft Blue Pottery, created here from the 16th century. Enjoy a guided tour of the charming city of Delft before a visit to a pottery factory and museum. Excursion to Kinderdijk: Picturesque Kinderdijk is a UNESCO World Heritage Site, famous for its 19 historic windmills that are recognized as a Dutch icon throughout the world. See these authentic windmills on today's tour while learning about how their hydraulic works have been used to drain the land for agriculture and settlement for centuries. Gouda Cheese Markets: A local guide will show you around the beautiful historic city of Gouda, known for its namesake cheese. Explore the city including the small alleyways, tree-lined canals, and the main square where a traditional cheese market that was first initiated in 1395 is still operating. (Note: the cheese market is open every Thursday morning; tours that fall on a different day will still visit Gouda but not the market.) Walking tour of Dordrecht: Discover the city of Dordrecht during a walking tour with your local guide. The city of Dordrecht is located next to the most picturesque nature reserve in the Netherlands, De Biesbosch National Park. Surrounded by beautiful landscapes, including the river and wetlands, Dordrecht started out as an important merchant city, trading in wood, grain, and wine and the subsequent history, wealth, and culture remains today and will be evident during this walking tour. Among the highlights will be Groothoofd quay, the Grote Kerk (Great Church), and the Old Water Tower as well as the many merchant houses and warehouses that line the harbor. Your Scenic Space-Ship will depart Dordrecht after dinner so you have ample time to explore the lovely town of Dordrecht at leisure this afternoon. Inclusions: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner. ...
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Wednesday - Apr 16, 2025

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3

Veere, Netherlands

You will arrive in Veere this morning, one of prettiest villages of the Netherlands whose historic harbor is filled with bobbing yachts. While its beginnings date to the 13th century, Veere flourished in the 16th century when it became an important port for Scottish wool. This prosperity lasted two centuries and to this day the Scottish ties remain strong. Freechoice: Choose from one of this morning's Scenic Freechoice excursions: Guided City Tour: Discover many of the hundreds of heritage buildings of Veere on a guided tour. Set on the Veerse Meer lake, the village is home to a harbor lined with Scottish merchant houses; a 15th-century town hall with tower; a defensive tower that was later used as an inn and lighthouse; and Grote Kerk, an imposing Gothic church that has also been used as a hospital and poorhouse. Cycling Tour: Join your local guide as you ride though the village of Veere, seeing all its key sights as well as the unspoilt natural beauty along the dykes in the surrounding area. Delta Works Visit: Transfer from Veere to tour the Delta Works, a complex series of dams purposely created to protect the population on the Delta plain from flooding. Discover this impressive engineering feat that is over 3 kilometers long. Back onboard this afternoon, you may wish to join in the oyster tasting. The cold conditions of the North Sea make it a perfect location for top quality, fresh oysters. Your cruise director will have some of these mouth-watering gastronomic treats for you to sample. Inclusions: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner. ...
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Thursday - Apr 17, 2025

Day
4

Antwerp, Belgium

This morning, you will arrive in Belgium's second city, Antwerp. Full of historical and cultural contrasts, Antwerp has a melange of architectural wonders, a medieval center with cobbled streets and Gothic buildings, many that were severely bombed during WWII, blended with modern architecture. It's also the diamond capital of the world, with 70 percent of the world's diamonds traded there. Freechoice: Select from these Scenic Freechoice excursions this morning. Guided walking tour of Antwerp: Join your local guide on a walking tour through this beautiful city, known as the diamond capital of the world. Explore sights such as the impressive Cathedral of Our Lady, Steen Castle, the medieval fortress, and main square lined with extravagant buildings. Excursion to Ghent: Visit one of Belgium's most historic cities, where you can explore the myriad of medieval buildings and charming canals with your local guide. Ghent also has a rich industrial past, which is evident in its old factories, many of which are being gentrified as cultural hotspots. The city was also named a Creative City of Music by UNESCO in 2009. It's all aboard your Scenic Space-Ship this afternoon as you cruise towards the Dutch city of Arnhem, perhaps enjoy a regional beer or wine in the Panoramic Bar & Lounge. Inclusions: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner. ...
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Friday - Apr 18, 2025

Day
5

Arnhem, Netherlands

Arrive in Arnhem, a city made famous by the Battle of Arnhem, a bold but failed attempt to outflank German forces in north-west Europe during WWII. It resulted in thousands of British and Polish troops being killed, wounded, or taken prisoner. Much of the city and its river bridges were destroyed by the battle and subsequent bombings, but Arnhem has been rebuilt and is now an attractive and picturesque city. Freechoice: A range of Scenic Freechoice activities are on offer to choose from this morning. Arnhem Airborne Museum: Visit the Arnhem Airborne Museum with your local guide to learn about the Battle of Arnhem. The Airborne Experience allows you to follow in the footsteps of British parachutists as they made their way to Arnhem in September 1944. The museum is housed in the beautiful Villa Hartenstein, the former headquarters for the British troops. Netherlands Open Air Museum: Discover the stories and immerse yourself in life in the Netherlands from years gone by. Your local guide will take you on an exploration of this fascinating 44-hectare outdoor museum, to see replicas of historic houses, mills, and farmhouses, and to learn about Dutch work, customs, and traditions. Het Loo Royal Palace: Het Loo Palace dates to 1685 and served as the royal family's summer home for centuries. Since 1984 it has been turned into an incredible museum showcasing the rich history of the Dutch royal family. Guests can admire the elaborately decorated rooms, an impressive collection of coach stables, and the magnificent gardens. Inclusions: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner. ...
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Saturday - Apr 19, 2025

Day
6

Hoorn, Netherlands

Amsterdam, Netherlands

The wonderful town of Hoorn was a prosperous trading center from the Middle Ages to the 17th century. Its main harbor, Binnenhaven, houses beautiful traditional warehouses, while there are many historical buildings and monuments throughout town including a defense tower used in the 16th and 17th centuries, and a well-preserved city gate first built in 1578. Freechoice: Explore the region with one of today's selection of Scenic Freechoice activities: Guided tour of Hoorn with tasting: Join a local guide for a walking tour of Hoorn, including a visit to its charming inner harbor area. You will also have the opportunity to sample some of Hoorn's delicious specialities such as local fish and cheese. Cheese farm: Discover the tradition of cheese making in the Netherlands. Meet a local producer and learn the art of cheese making while you tour the farm and learn about long-standing techniques. Ancestry of the Kitchen: Traditional Dutch apple pie making class: Traditional recipes have long been passed down through generations. Today you'll be let in on the secrets of a family recipe as you learn how to make traditional Dutch apple pie with a local. Cycling tour of Hoorn: Join your local guide on an active cycling tour of the harbor city of Hoorn. See some of the key sights of the city such as the Oosterkerk (Old Church) as you cycle towards Lake Ijssel dyke, the biggest lake in the Netherlands. This afternoon, enjoy some time at leisure as you cruise towards Amsterdam. You may wish to spend time in the wellness center, relaxing with a massage, or head to the exclusive Salt Therapy Lounge, which has natural anti-viral, anti-inflammatory, and anti-bacterial properties. Enrich: Tonight's Scenic Enrich - Fabrique des Lumieres: During after-hours access be welcomed with a glass of champagne as you visit Fabrique des Lumieres. Located in a former 19th-century gas works, you will see the works of the worlds most renowned artists projected onto the 17-meter-high walls, accompanied and complemented by a musical soundtrack. Inclusions: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner. ...
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Sunday - Apr 20, 2025

Day
7

Amsterdam, Netherlands

Bus Travel

Keukenhof, Netherlands

Bus Travel

Amsterdam, Netherlands

Wake this morning in Amsterdam and enjoy an excursion with your fellow guests to Keukenhof Gardens to see the most magnificent display of tulips. Transfer via motorcoach to Keukenhof Gardens, where you'll witness a display of more than seven million tulips in bloom. There are around 800 varieties of tulips carefully arranged here in beautiful patterns and colors, making it one of the most magical public gardens in the world. Return to Amsterdam this afternoon for free time to explore this city steeped in history, art, and quirky culture. You could fill an afternoon wandering the labyrinth of narrow laneways and canals that are lined with beautifully preserved 17th-century buildings. Or visit the Rijksmuseum to see masterpieces by Rembrandt, Vermeer, and Van Gogh; take a poignant walk-through Anne Frank's House; or hop aboard a scenic cruise along some of the 100 kilometers of canals, passing elegant merchant's residences, churches, and warehouses that date from the Golden Age. Inclusions: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner. ...
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Monday - Apr 21, 2025

Day
8

Amsterdam, Netherlands

After breakfast, transfer to Amsterdam airport or train station for your onward journey. Inclusions: Breakfast.; Note: This itinerary is a guide only and may be amended for operational reasons such as high and low water. As such, the cruise may operate altered from that stated above.

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