Tulipmania

13 days
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From the floor of the world’s largest flower auction to prized botanical gardens to the works of the Golden Age Masters, discover the history of the iconic tulip.
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Overview

Trip type
Group Tour
Lodging level
Standard - 3 star
Physical level
Easy
Trip pace
Balanced schedule

Highlights

    • On the floor of the world’s largest flower auction watch as more than 20 million flowers are bought and sold in a daily flurry of activity
    • A tulip farmer discusses the art and the business of growing tulips bulbs at his farm
    • Art experts at museums in Amsterdam highlight Vermeer, Frans Hals and other masters of the Dutch Golden Age

What's this trip about?

    From the floor of the world’s largest flower auction to prized botanical gardens to the works of the Golden Age Masters, discover the history of the iconic tulip.

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Details

Itinerary focusClassic Highlights
Group sizeIntimate group - 12 max
Age rangeNo age restrictions
Flights and transportAll internal ground transport included
Start CityHaarlem
End CityGhent

Travel Themes

  • Cultural
  • Nature & Wildlife
  • 50 Plus
  • Education / Learning
  • National Parks

Destinations

Activities

  • History
  • Nature

Trip includes

    • 12 nights of accommodations
    • 25 meals (11B, 5L, 9D)
    • 3 expert-led lectures
    • 17 expert-led field trips
    • An experienced Group Leader
    • Customary gratuities throughout the program
    • Road Scholar Assurance Plan
    • Taxes

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Itinerary

Travel Map

Day 1

In Transit to Program
In Flight

Day 2

Arrive Amsterdam, Check-in, Orientation, Welcome Dinner
Location: Haarlem Meal: D Hotel: Van der Valk Hotel Haarlem

Activity note: Hotel check-in from 3:00 p.m.

Afternoon: Orientation: 4:00 p.m. The Group Leader will greet everyone and lead introductions. We will review the up-to-date program schedule, discuss roles...

Day 3

Haarlem, Frans Hals Museum
Location: Haarlem Meal: B,L,D Hotel: Van der Valk Hotel Haarlem

Activity note: Walking about 3 miles over approximately 4 hours; some unavoidable stairs and cobblestones; periods of standing in the museum. Use of public transportation.

Breakfast: In the hotel d...

Day 4

Flower Auction in Aalsmeer, Bulb Farm
Location: Haarlem Meal: B,L,D Hotel: Van der Valk Hotel Haarlem

Activity note: Driving about 30 miles (50 km); approximately 1.5 hours total for the day, with stops. Walking up to 4 miles total throughout the day, some places can be very crowded; some stairs in the fl...

Day 5

Canals, Amsterdam Historical Museum
Haarlem B,L,D Hotel: Van der Valk Hotel Haarlem

Activity note: Getting on/off motorcoach; driving about 37 miles (60 km) throughout the day; approximately 1 hour total, with stops. Walking up to 4 miles total throughout the day, some places can be very crowded; cobble...

Day 6

De Keukenhof Gardens
Location: Haarlem Meal: B,D Hotel: Van der Valk Hotel Haarlem

Activity note: Getting on/off motorcoach; driving about 30 miles (48 km) roundtrip; approximately 1 hour total. Amount of walking at de Keukenhof Gardens dependent on personal interest; some uneven terrain ...

Day 7

Rijksmuseum, Free Time
Location: Haarlem Meal: B Hotel: Van der Valk Hotel Haarlem

Activity note: Getting on/off motorcoach; driving about 37 miles (60 km) roundtrip; approximately 1 hour total. Walking about 2 miles; approximately 2 hours; city sidewalks and in the museum; some places may ...

Day 8

Transfer to Ghent, Royal Delft Factory
Location: Ghent Meal: B,D Hotel: Ghent River Hotel

Activity note: Getting on/off motorcoach; driving about 136 miles (229 km) total throughout the day; approximately 2.5 hours total, with stops for field trips. Walking about 2 miles; approximately 3 hours in the Delft...

Day 9

Welcome to Ghent, Historical Walk, Independent Exploration
Location: Ghent Meal: B Hotel: Ghent River Hotel

Activity note: Walking about 2 miles during group activities; approximately 2.5 hours; city sidewalks and unavoidable cobblestones. Opportunities for additional walking according to personal interest during time for ind...

Day 10

Antwerp, Rockoxhuis Museum, Cathedral of Our Lady
Location: Ghent Meal: B,L,D Hotel: Ghent River Hotel 

Activity note: Getting on/off motorcoach; driving about 75 miles (120 km) total throughout the day; approximately 2 hours. Walking up to 4 miles total throughout the day, uneven pavement, cobblestones in the old ci...

Day 11

Zeeland Flanders, Visit a Private Garden
Location: Ghent Meal: B,L,D Hotel: Ghent River Hotel

Activity note: Getting on/off motorcoach; driving about 75 miles (120 km) total throughout the day; approximately 2 hours total, with stops. Walking about 2 miles throughout the day; uneven terrain in the garden and...

Day 12

Bruges, Groeninge Museum
Location: Ghent Meal: B,D Hotel: Ghent River Hotel

Activity note: Getting on/off motorcoach; driving about 62 miles (100 km) total throughout the day; approximately 2.5 hours, with stops. Walking up to 4 miles total throughout the day; city sidewalks, some unavoidable...

Day 13

Departures
Location: Ghent Meal: B

Activity note: Hotel check-out by 11:30 a.m. See your program’s “Transportation Information” regarding transfers. Driving transfer to the airport is about 42 miles; approximately 1.5 hours.

Breakfast: Hotel buffet.

Morning: Once c...

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Dates & Availability

Price From $3,599
Price per day$277
Last Updated: 1/24/2022

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Meals Included
  • 25 Meals
  • 11 Breakfasts
  • 5 Lunches
  • 9 Dinners
  • The following choices may be available when requested in advance: Low Fat, Low Salt, Vegetarian, Gluten Free
Age Requirements
No age restrictions
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