14 Day Netherlands River Cruise with Amsterdam & Paris

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Overview

Trip type
Group Tour
Lodging level
Premium - 4 star
Physical level
Moderate
Trip pace
Balanced schedule

Highlights

    • In Amsterdam, board a glass-top boat and cruise the winding canals Explore the city of Utrecht, dating back to the Middle Ages Visit the windmill park in Kinderdijk built in the 1700s and still in use today Take a walking tour of the medieval city of Schoonhoven, known for its silver Tour the Woerden Cheese Warehouse to get a glimpse into the world of cheese making Discover Giethoorn, a charming Dutch village, often referred to as the "Venice of the Netherlands" due to its many canals Tour Brussels' re-created 15th century town square with decorated guild houses Discover Paris, the "City of Lights", with its endless treasures

What's this trip about?

    2 Amsterdam, 7 Cruise, 3 Paris

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Details

Itinerary focusClassic Highlights
Group sizeSmall Group - 24 max
Age range18 years and up
Flights and transportAll internal ground transport included
Start CityOperator does not provide
End CityOperator does not provide

Travel Themes

  • Cultural
  • 50 Plus

Destinations

Trip includes

    • Flights New York-Amsterdam, Paris-New York Other departure cities available. Click on date of departure for selection and prices Airline taxes & fuel surcharges 12 nights accommodations
    • 2 nights Amsterdam 7 nights outside cabin aboard the Deluxe Monarch Empress or the First Class Monarch Princess 3 nights Paris River port charges of $190 per person Cruise & hotel porterage All transfers included only with airfare purchase on package arrival & departure dates† 25 meals: 12 breakfasts, 6 lunches, 7 dinners Cruise director & activities host throughout cruise Local host in Amsterdam & Paris Services of local guides in all major cities Shore excursions per itinerary Entrance fees per itinerary Comfortable wireless earphones for enhanced touring during excursions

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Itinerary

DAY 1, Thursday - Depart for the Netherlands
Depart for the Netherlands

DAY 2, Friday - Arrive in Amsterdam
Welcome to Amsterdam, Holland's sophisticated and modern capital; transfer to your hotel. The remainder of the day is free to discover the many cultural sites this delightful city has to offer. Tonight, enjoy a Welcome Drink and orientation meeting with your local host at the hotel at approximately 6 PM. We recommend that you select flights which arrive no later than 4 PM Overnight: Amsterdam

DAY 3, Saturday - Amsterdam City Tour
Awake this morning in Amsterdam, one of the greatest small cities in the world, with its world-famous museums and historical sites. Today's panoramic tour of 700-year-old Amsterdam introduces you to both the old and the new sections of this city. View the Royal Palace on...
DAY 4, Sunday - Rijksmuseum Tour & Cruise Embarkation
This morning visit the world famous Rijksmuseum. On your guided tour you will explore the vast collection of works from some of the world's greatest artists including the Dutch masters Vermeer and Rembrandt. This afternoon transfer to the port for embarkation. After arri...
DAY 5, Monday - Morning in Amsterdam, Utrecht
Spend the morning at leisure to further discover Amsterdam on your own. Perhaps experience a taste of real Dutch life by renting a bike to discover the little alleyways, hidden courtyards and canal-side treasures. Return to the ship and continue sailing. Arrive in the ci...
DAY 6, Tuesday - Willemstad, Afternoon Windmill Tour in Kinderdijk
Begin your exploration of Willemstad, located on Holland's Diep River. The city, named after King Willem of Orange, is best-known for its well-preserved fortifications. View the Mauritshuis, De Koepelkerk Church, d'Orangemolen, a stately white windmill, and Old Town Hall...
DAY 7, Wednesday - Schoonhoven Walking Tour, Woerden Cheese Warehouse, Delft
This morning, take a walking tour of Schoonhoven, located on the banks of River Lek. The medieval city is known for its silver, hence its nickname "Silver City." View well preserved medieval buildings, the Dutch Silver Museum and many silversmiths. Spend time at leisure ...
DAY 8, Thursday - Groningen City Tour
Spend the morning at leisure on board. In the afternoon head to Groningen, a city in the Northern Netherlands with a rich history and culture. Discover Groningen with a local guide and gain insight into the city's past. View popular landmarks including the Martinikerk ch...
DAY 9, Friday - Sneek Walking Tour
Today, take a walking tour of Sneek, a city known for its water sports, due to its location in the Frisian lake district. Highlights of the tour include views of the famous 17th century Waterpoort (Water Gate), Town Hall with its Rococo façade and Martini. Spend the afternoon at leisure. This evening, set sail for Lemmer Overnight: River Cruise Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

DAY 10, Saturday - Tour of Giethoorn, Afternoon in Lemmer
Begin the day with a tour of Giethoorn, a charming Dutch village in Overijssel, often referred to as the "Venice of the Netherlands" due to its many canals. Explore this fairy-tale village on foot and by boat. Step back in time as you wander the narrow footpaths. View tr...
DAY 11, Sunday - Tour Brussels, Travel to Paris
This morning, meet your local host as you disembark your ship and travel through the countryside to reach Brussels. In Belgium's capital city, view the gigantic Atomium, that still remains from the 1958 World Expo, the Palace of Justice and the Grand Place, a recreated 1...
DAY 12, Monday - Tour of Paris
Drive along the famous Champs Elysees to the Arc de Triomphe and the iconic Eiffel Tower, a symbol of Paris. On to the celebrated "Rive Gauche", the vivacious Left Bank where artists, philosophers, and writers in a long gone era flourished in the artistic community at Mo...
DAY 13, Tuesday - Full Day in Paris
The day is yours to explore this exciting city independently. See spectacular views of the city, the Basilica of Sacre Coeur, and walk the winding streets to mingle with the street artists selling their wares at Place du Tertre. This evening, perhaps stop at a bistro for dinner coupled with great wine Overnight: Paris Meals: Breakfast

DAY 14, Wednesday - Depart France
This morning, transfer to the airport for your departure flight Meals: Breakfast

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Last Updated: 7/13/2023

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