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Amsterdam is the Netherlands’ capital, known for its artistic heritage, elaborate canal system (a UNESCO World Heritage Site), narrow houses with gabled facades on miles of colorful, quaint cobblestone streets, legacies of the city’s 17th-century Golden Age. Its Museum District houses the Van Gogh Museum, works by Rembrandt and Vermeer at the Rijksmuseum, and modern art at the Stedelijk. Cycling is key to the city’s character, and there are numerous bike paths.
March 21 - 23, 2023 Arrive in Amsterdam for a 2 night pre-cruise hotel stay in Amsterdam at either the Barbizon Palace or Grand Hotel Krasnapolsky Hotels (or similar). Included is a city tour where we will follow our guide through the charming capital of the Netherlands, with its iconic meandering canals, the whimsical Kinderdijk windmills, bridges and distinctive architecture. Complete with a Haarlem excursion visit, and daily breakfast.
March 21 - 23, 2023 Arrive in Amsterdam for a 2 night pre-cruise hotel stay in Amsterdam at either the Barbizon Palace or Grand Hotel Krasnapolsky Hotels (or similar). Included is a city tour where we will follow our guide through the charming capital of the Netherlands, with its iconic meandering canals, the whimsical Kinderdijk windmills, bridges and distinctive architecture. Complete with a Haarlem excursion visit, and daily breakfast.
March 23, 2023 AMSTERDAM, THE NETHERLANDS – EMBARKATION
Embark on the AmaMora in Amsterdam for our 7-night cruise. (D)
March 24, 2023 AMSTERDAM – HOORN
Enjoy a scenic cruise through the IJsselmeer to Hoorn, where you have a choice of four excursions. Visit a family-run tulip farm with over one million tulips, each in different phases of growth and in many species and colors. For those seeking to travel back in time, you can go on a walking tour in Hoorn or visit the Zuiderzee Museum, providing insight into the maritime culture and history of the lively Zuiderzee region. And for more active adventurers, go for a guided bike ride through the Dutch countryside. (B,L,D)
March 25, 2023 MIDDELBURG
After enjoying a scenic cruise through the Delta, you can explore medieval Middelburg, which was the second largest trading city of the Dutch East India Company. Or, if you feel like exploring the city on two wheels, a guided bike ride is the perfect choice. Alternatively, you may discover the intriguing history of how the Delta Works, a unique storm surge barrier, came to be while visiting the Flood Museum. More than half of the Netherlands lies below sea level, and the Delta Works were built to prevent a recurrence of the 1953 flood disaster. (B,L,D)
Embark on the AmaMora in Amsterdam for our 7-night cruise. (D)
March 24, 2023 AMSTERDAM – HOORN
Enjoy a scenic cruise through the IJsselmeer to Hoorn, where you have a choice of four excursions. Visit a family-run tulip farm with over one million tulips, each in different phases of growth and in many species and colors. For those seeking to travel back in time, you can go on a walking tour in Hoorn or visit the Zuiderzee Museum, providing insight into the maritime culture and history of the lively Zuiderzee region. And for more active adventurers, go for a guided bike ride through the Dutch countryside. (B,L,D)
March 25, 2023 MIDDELBURG
After enjoying a scenic cruise through the Delta, you can explore medieval Middelburg, which was the second largest trading city of the Dutch East India Company. Or, if you feel like exploring the city on two wheels, a guided bike ride is the perfect choice. Alternatively, you may discover the intriguing history of how the Delta Works, a unique storm surge barrier, came to be while visiting the Flood Museum. More than half of the Netherlands lies below sea level, and the Delta Works were built to prevent a recurrence of the 1953 flood disaster. (B,L,D)
March 25, 2023 GHENT, BELGIUM
There are several choices of excursions, depending on your interests. For those who wish to discover two medieval cities, Ghent, and Bruges, you’ll wish to go on a highlights tour. Admire Ghent’s canal-side architecture and some of its famous sights, including the Castle of the Counts and Ghent Cathedral, and then visit Bruges, one of the best-preserved medieval cities in Europe. Alternatively, you may go on a full-day excursion to Bruges, which includes a visit to the Church of Our Lady, home to the beautiful Carrara marble Madonna and Child sculpture by Michelangelo. Those more inclined to learn about the art of Belgian chocolate making can join a master chocolatier as he shares his insights. And for those who wish to enjoy more free time, join a walking tour of Ghent, followed by leisure time. (B,L,D)
March 26, 2023 ANTWERP
Explore this trendy city on a walking tour where you’ll see Antwerp’s Steen Castle, Grote Market and Brabo Fountain, along with the UNESCO-designated Cathedral of Our Lady. For a more active exploration of the area, join a guided bike tour. Or you can visit the Rubens House, the former home of the famous 17th-century Flemish Baroque painter. Later in the afternoon, you have a choice of two excursions. Foodies will want to go on a culinary tour to indulge in chocolate, waffles and beer. Flower lovers and gardeners can roam through the Floralia, an annual spring flower show featuring approximately one million bulbs that are hand-planted each year by the castle staff. (B,L,D)
There are several choices of excursions, depending on your interests. For those who wish to discover two medieval cities, Ghent, and Bruges, you’ll wish to go on a highlights tour. Admire Ghent’s canal-side architecture and some of its famous sights, including the Castle of the Counts and Ghent Cathedral, and then visit Bruges, one of the best-preserved medieval cities in Europe. Alternatively, you may go on a full-day excursion to Bruges, which includes a visit to the Church of Our Lady, home to the beautiful Carrara marble Madonna and Child sculpture by Michelangelo. Those more inclined to learn about the art of Belgian chocolate making can join a master chocolatier as he shares his insights. And for those who wish to enjoy more free time, join a walking tour of Ghent, followed by leisure time. (B,L,D)
March 26, 2023 ANTWERP
Explore this trendy city on a walking tour where you’ll see Antwerp’s Steen Castle, Grote Market and Brabo Fountain, along with the UNESCO-designated Cathedral of Our Lady. For a more active exploration of the area, join a guided bike tour. Or you can visit the Rubens House, the former home of the famous 17th-century Flemish Baroque painter. Later in the afternoon, you have a choice of two excursions. Foodies will want to go on a culinary tour to indulge in chocolate, waffles and beer. Flower lovers and gardeners can roam through the Floralia, an annual spring flower show featuring approximately one million bulbs that are hand-planted each year by the castle staff. (B,L,D)
March 27, 2023 ROTTERDAM, THE NETHERLANDS – KINDERDIJK - SCHOONHOVEN
During the morning, you can go on a walking tour of Rotterdam, nicknamed the "Gateway to Europe,” and taste local specialties. Or visit Delfshaven, where, on August 1, 1620, the Pilgrim fathers departed on their epic journey aboard the Speedwell. Stopping in Southampton, many then boarded the Mayflower and concluded their journey at Plymouth Rock in Massachusetts. Alternatively, go on an excursion to Delft, known as the home of the painter Johannes Vermeer, Delft Blue earthenware, and the Royal House. While here, you’ll visit the Royal Delft Porcelain Factory and Museum. If you prefer a more active adventure, then go on a bike ride through Rotterdam and past some of its famous landmarks and architecture. In the afternoon, venture to the UNESCO World Heritage Site of Kinderdijk, a lovely village renowned for having the country’s greatest concentration of windmills, all dating from the 18th century. You may also pedal past the windmills from the seat of a bike. (B,L,D)
March 28, 2023 AMSTERDAM
One of the most impressive public gardens in the world, Keukenhof, presents a spectacular display of millions of flowering tulips spread out over 70 acres. Spend time ambling through this legendary garden, open only nine weeks a year and sometimes referred to as the "Garden of Europe." Later in the day, admire Amsterdam’s historic harbor and canals, where you’ll see beautiful homes lining the water and the fabled Skinny Bridge. (B,L,D)
March 29, 2023 DISEMBARKATION – DEPART AMSTERDAM
Disembark the ship and prepare for your flight home. (B)
During the morning, you can go on a walking tour of Rotterdam, nicknamed the "Gateway to Europe,” and taste local specialties. Or visit Delfshaven, where, on August 1, 1620, the Pilgrim fathers departed on their epic journey aboard the Speedwell. Stopping in Southampton, many then boarded the Mayflower and concluded their journey at Plymouth Rock in Massachusetts. Alternatively, go on an excursion to Delft, known as the home of the painter Johannes Vermeer, Delft Blue earthenware, and the Royal House. While here, you’ll visit the Royal Delft Porcelain Factory and Museum. If you prefer a more active adventure, then go on a bike ride through Rotterdam and past some of its famous landmarks and architecture. In the afternoon, venture to the UNESCO World Heritage Site of Kinderdijk, a lovely village renowned for having the country’s greatest concentration of windmills, all dating from the 18th century. You may also pedal past the windmills from the seat of a bike. (B,L,D)
March 28, 2023 AMSTERDAM
One of the most impressive public gardens in the world, Keukenhof, presents a spectacular display of millions of flowering tulips spread out over 70 acres. Spend time ambling through this legendary garden, open only nine weeks a year and sometimes referred to as the "Garden of Europe." Later in the day, admire Amsterdam’s historic harbor and canals, where you’ll see beautiful homes lining the water and the fabled Skinny Bridge. (B,L,D)
March 29, 2023 DISEMBARKATION – DEPART AMSTERDAM
Disembark the ship and prepare for your flight home. (B)
Special World Cruises & Travel cruise only pricing:
Suite regular price $6598 with discounts = $5598 2 Nights pre hotel with tours and breakfast $750 per person
Cat. AA regular price $5298 with discounts = $4298
Cat. AB regular price $5098 with discounts = $4098
Cat. BA regular price $4898 with discounts = $3898 See deck plan here...
Cat. BB regular price $4698 with discounts = $3698
Cat. CA regular price $4098 with discounts = $3098
Cat. CB regular price $3798 with discounts = $2798
Cat. E regular price $2999 with discounts = $1998
Cat. D regular price $3298 with discounts = $2298
Limited time, special pricing can be withdrawn without notice
Suite regular price $6598 with discounts = $5598 2 Nights pre hotel with tours and breakfast $750 per person
Cat. AA regular price $5298 with discounts = $4298
Cat. AB regular price $5098 with discounts = $4098
Cat. BA regular price $4898 with discounts = $3898 See deck plan here...
Cat. BB regular price $4698 with discounts = $3698
Cat. CA regular price $4098 with discounts = $3098
Cat. CB regular price $3798 with discounts = $2798
Cat. E regular price $2999 with discounts = $1998
Cat. D regular price $3298 with discounts = $2298
Limited time, special pricing can be withdrawn without notice
