Magical Rhine Tulip Cruise

Magical Rhine Tulip Cruise

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Magical Rhine Tulip Cruise

8 Days Starting in Cologne and ending in Arnhem

Visiting: Germany

Tour operator:

Indus Travels

Guide Type:

Fully Guided

Group size:

1 - 30

Physical rating:

Easy

Trip Styles:

Cruise

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Tour Overview

About This Trip



This cruise will start in Cologne in Germany and take you through scenic and famous landmarks. You will get a chance to visit the oldest city in the Netherland, Nijmegen. Then you will sail to Rotterdam which is a major European port city and famous for its gigantic seaport. Rotterdam is the center of contemporary architecture, home to the famous cube houses with their Kijk-Kubus (show cube) and the Witte Huis (the White House), the first skyscraper in Europe. Thereafter you will reach Amsterdam and If you want to see Tulips, come with us and see for yourself as this will be the best time of the year to witness the beautiful Tulips blossom. In the Keukenhof flower gardens, they bloom and can be found in all colors and shapes in spring. A visit to Amsterdam is also on the program, with a tour of the famous canals, past the traditional townhouses. The region of North Holland stands above all for idyllic nature and is home to the typical windmills. You will also get the opportunity to experience The Markermeer Lake and IJsselmeer Lakes. Visit Enkhuizen, a beautiful harbor town overlooking IJsselmeer lake and Arnhem best known as the site of one of the infamous battles of World War 2 before ending your journey and returning to the historic city of Cologne.

Highlights

  • Admire the famous Tulip blossom in Keukenhof, the largest flower garden in the worldSail over the Lakes in Northern Holland and see its characteristic windmillsWonder at Rotterdam's impressive skyline, featuring Euromast Tower and Erasmusbrug bridgeVisit one of the oldest cities in the Netherlands Nijmegen which is a small town with a long history

  • Admire the famous Tulip blossom in Keukenhof, the largest flower garden in the world

  • Sail over the Lakes in Northern Holland and see its characteristic windmills

  • Wonder at Rotterdam's impressive skyline, featuring Euromast Tower and Erasmusbrug bridge

  • Visit one of the oldest cities in the Netherlands Nijmegen which is a small town with a long history

Itinerary

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Day 1: Cologne Arrival & Embarkation (-/-/D)

Upon arrival in Cologne, find your own way to the port (transfer not included). Embarkation begins at 03:00 PM and departure will be at 4 PM. Today you embark the vessel and get settled into your cabin. This evening enjoys your welcome dinner with live music in the lounge



Dinner and overnight on board

Day 2: Cologne - Nijmegen – Rotterdam (B/L/D)

Today you will arrive in Nijmegen at 0400 AM. After breakfast on board this morning, day free to explore the city of Nijmegen on your own or you can opt for the following optional tour. Departure from Nijmegen at 0100 PM towards Rotterdam.



Dinner and overnight on board



Optional: City tour through the cozy Hanseatic city of Nijmegen: Price is Part of Excursion package



Step out into a piece of living history today, as you explore Nijmegen, the oldest city in the Netherlands. Built by the Romans over 2,000 years ago. Squeezed between the Rhine, Meuse and Waal rivers in an undulating landscape famed for its excellent wines, hiking and superb natural flora and fauna, this gem of a city features beautifully preserved buildings laced with museums and superb eateries, great shopping and a real laidback lifestyle.

Day 3: Rotterdam (B/L/D)

After breakfast on board this morning, day free to explore the city of Rotterdam on your own or you can opt for the following optional tour.



Dinner and overnight on board



Optional: City tour through modern Rotterdam:  Price is Part of Excursion package



Explore the Europes biggest port city Rotterdam. You will see its impressive skyline, featuring the Euromast tower and the Erasmusbrug bridge spread out before you. You wont be surprised to learn that this is a centre of contemporary architecture, home to the famous cube houses with their Kijk-Kubus (show cube) and the Witte Huis (the White House), the first skyscraper in Europe. The home of the continents largest sea port is a thriving metropolis that doesnt scrimp on cutting-edge buildings or show-stopping international flair. Over the past 20 years, a number of impressive new skyscrapers have sprung up.



Optional: Visit the windmills in Schiedam and Jenever Museum:  Only Bookable onboard

Day 4: Enkhuizen – Amsterdam (B/L/D)

After breakfast on board this morning as you cruise over Markermeer and Ijsselmeer. Rest of the day free to explore the city of Enkhuizen on your own or you can opt for the following optional tour. Departure from Amsterdam at 1100 PM



Optional: City tour of Enkhuizen with the open-air museum: Price is Part of Excursion package



The picturesque little town of Enkhuizen in the province of North Holland invites thousands of tourists all year round. During the Golden Age, Enkhuizen recorded even more residents than today. The city defense gate, known as Drommedaris (from 1540), the Waag building (1559), the Zuiderkerk and the classical town hall are testimonies to the prosperity of the past. In addition to this, there's also an idyllic old city with historic buildings, where pretty shops and cozy restaurants have set up home today. You will also visit Zuiderzee Museum is the most important museum in the city. There, you'll get a good impression of the history of Enkhuizen. The museum revives the stories of people who once lived on the shores of the Zuiderzee. The five-acre Open Air Museum, offers visitors a glimpse of more than 140 historical buildings.

Day 5: Amsterdam (B/L/D)

In the morning enjoy your breakfast. Rest of the day free to explore the city of Amsterdam on your own or you can opt for the following optional tour.



Dinner and overnight on board



Optional: Highlights of Amsterdam Tour: Price is Part of Excursion package



In the afternoon enjoy \"Highlights of Amsterdam\" with a canal tour. With Amsterdam you can expect a city that is as vibrant as it is diverse. A modern attitude towards life and the flair of the golden age combine to create an incomparable symbiosis. State-of-the-art architecture and trendy bars can be found here as well as idyllic cafés, flea markets and traditional canal houses. Nowhere in the world are there so many listed old buildings from past centuries as in the Dutch metropolis. The houses are so close together, as if they had to give each other support so as not to fall over. The canals give the city a special charm and remind you at every turn that you are at the heart of a seafaring and trading nation. They form a canal system that runs through the entire urban area and thus shapes the face of the city. Meanwhile, the multitude of canals extends over a total length of 80 kilometers, which has earned the city the nickname \"Venice of the North.



Optional: Excursion into the elegant government seat of Den Haag and seaside resort of Scheveningen: Only Bookable onboard

Day 6: Amsterdam – Arnheim (B/L/D)

In the morning after breakfast day free to explore the city of Amsterdam on your own or you can choose the following optional tours. Depart for Arnheim at 0430 PM.



Dinner and overnight on board

Day 7: Arnhem - Cologne (B/L/D)

After breakfast, you will have a day free to explore the city of Arnhem on your own or you can opt for the following optional tour. Departure from Arhem at 0200 PM towards your destination, Cologne where you will end this amazing journey.



Optional: Guided tour of Arnhem including Eusebiuskerk and Duivelhuis: Only Bookable onboard

Day 8: Cologne (Disembarkation) – Usa / Canada (B/-/-)

Enjoy breakfast on board before you disembark this morning from 0800AM. Make your own way to the Cologne airport (transfer not included) for your flight back home.

What's Included

  • 07 nights accommodation on double sharing basis in superior vessel

  • Full board meal plan while on board cruise

  • Welcome and farewell reception with the captain

  • Festive Gala Dinner

  • On board entertainment

  • Coffee/tea after lunch and dinner

  • Midnight snacks depending on the daily program

  • Services of an experienced and Bilingual English/German tour guide

  • All Passenger fees and Port taxes

What's Not Included

  • Items of personal nature, tips and gratuities

  • Arrival and departure transfers

  • Visa fees if applicable

  • Items not mentioned as included

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Check out our Q&As

  • Can I join the tour once it has departed?

    Yes, but only in case it was previously agreed by both sides and arranged by us.

  • What documents will I receive before I travel?

    Our e-document package includes all local contact details, daily itinerary, airline e-ticket information, service vouchers, and travel tips which should be everything you require to go on your trip.

  • If I need one, who is responsible to obtain my visa?

    You are responsible for obtaining the proper travel documents for the destinations on your itinerary, including having a passport that is valid for at least 6 months before the date of departure and a visa if required. Please check the Visa section in the Know Before You Go document for the countries you will be visiting.

  • Do you operate a “single share” option and how does it work?

    No, not as standard. Solo travellers can book and occupy their own room for a supplement.

  • How long has the tour company been trading?

    We have been organizing unforgettable trips since 2001.

  • Will the accommodation included meet local health and safety regulations?

    Yes.

  • What happens if I need to change my holiday date once I’ve booked?

    Changes to an existing reservation up to the Final Payment Date, whatever the cause, will incur a $100 per person amendment fee, potential loss of any supplier fees (such as non-refundable event tickets, park permits, and sea cruise reservations) plus any costs for replacement services. On/ after the Final Payment Date, the $100 change fee is no longer valid, instead cancellations terms apply.

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  • Low Deposit

    Indus Travels requires a minimum deposit of 25% or the full booking value, whichever is less, with the final balance not due until 45 days before departure.

  • Cancellation Policy

    We don't charge a cancellation fee, here is a summary of indus travels charges.

    Up to 75 days before tour starts: Forfeit 100% of deposit.

    At 74 days before tour starts: Forfeit 100% of booking price.

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