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Tulip
cruise itinerary 2010
Day 1, ARRIVE IN AMSTERDAM, HOLLAND.
Welcome to Amsterdam, a modern city with a rich and fascinating
history. Explore the 700 year-old European capital with its elegant
and classic architecture, cafés, restaurants, lively marketplace
and exciting nightlife. Perhaps visit one of the city's renowned
museums such as the Rijksmuseum, the Van Gogh Museum or the Anne
Frank House. Tonight, meet your fellow passengers on board for the
Welcome Dinner. (D)
Day 2, AMSTERDAM - VOLENDAM - EDAM.
After breakfast, enjoy a comprehensive morning cruise through the
historic canals of Amsterdam. Once back on board, a short cruise on
the Ijsselmeer takes you to Volendam. The afternoon tour takes you
from Volendam to the village of Edam, famous for its wonderful
cheese. (B,L,D)
Day 3, ARNHEM.
Arrive in Arnhem early this morning. Tour the Airborne Museum
Hartenstein, which shows the course of events during the Battle of
Arnhem, one of the major battles of World War II. After the tour,
return to the ship around lunchtime and spend a leisurely afternoon
and evening cruising through Holland and on to Belgium. (B,L,D)
Day 4, ANTWERP, BELGIUM.
This morning, enjoy a guided sightseeing tour of Antwerp, one of the
world's most important ancient seaports. See the Grote Markt with
its beautiful city hall and the Church of Our Lady, and admire the
city's superb architecture. The afternoon is free to explore Antwerp
on your own or take an optional excursion to nearby Brussels. After
dinner, your cruise departs for Ghent. (B,L,D)
Day 5, GHENT.
Disembark after breakfast for a guided sightseeing tour of Ghent,
the fourth largest city of Belgium. This city is the real diamond of
Flanders. In its own way, Ghent has preserved its medieval charm
while remaining current with the times. The afternoon is yours to
explore Ghent further or to take an optional excursion to Brugges,
one of Europe's most perfectly preserved medieval cities. (B,L,D)
Day 6, WILLEMSTAD, HOLLAND - DORDRECHT.
This morning, sail through the Dutch region of Zeeland. This region
is home to one of the world's most complex engineering projects, the
Delta Works, which took over 30 years to complete. During this
morning's cruise, you will pass some of these magnificent projects,
then stop in charming Willemstad for a walking tour and spend some
free time to shop or explore on your own. During lunch, continue
cruising towards Dordrecht and the 18th-century windmills of
Kinderdijk, the largest group of original windmills in Holland.
Tonight, enjoy a special music performance on board. (B,L,D)
Day 7, UTRECHT - KEUKENHOF - AMSTERDAM.
Cruise along the Amsterdam-Rhine Canal to Utrecht, where you
disembark for a morning excursion to the famous Keukenhof Gardens to
admire the spectacular display of bulb flowers in bloom. Keukenhof
also offers several ponds, sculpture gardens, greenhouses, a
windmill which can be toured and several terraces to relax in.
Return to your ship in Amsterdam for lunch. (B,L,D)
Day 8, DEPART AMSTERDAM.
Disembark this morning and optional transfer to the airport for your onward
flight. Extra nights are available if you wish to extend your stay
in Amsterdam. (B)
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Day
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Destination |
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Activities |
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1
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Amsterdam |
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Arrival in Amsterdam, embarkation,
welcome cocktail and dinner |
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2
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Amsterdam |
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Canal Boat sightseeing tour |
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Cruise on the Ijsselmeer |
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Volendam |
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Walking tour |
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Edam |
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Walking tour |
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3
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Arnhem |
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Tour of Airborne Museum |
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4
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Antwerp |
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City tour |
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Brussels |
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Optional tour to Brussels |
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5
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Ghent |
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City tour |
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Brugges |
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Optional tour to Brugges |
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6
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Willemstad |
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City tour |
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Cruise through Zeeland |
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Dordrecht |
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Windmills of Kinderdijk |
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7
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Keukenhof |
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Keukenhof guided tour |
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Amsterdam |
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Farewell Dinner |
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8
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Amsterdam |
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DISEMBARKATION |
Includes:
- 7-night Deluxe Cruise Accommodation in an Outside Stateroom
- 82% of the Staterooms with large French Balconies
- Infotainment System in all Staterooms with Internet, Movie
and Music Library & English Language TV Stations
- Terry Bathrobes and White-on-white plush Bedding in all
Staterooms
- Superb Dining with all Meals included during your Cruise
- Unlimited Quality Red & White Wines from Europe's great
Wine Regions with every Dinner on board the Ship
- Cocktail Reception, Welcome Dinner & Captain's Gala
Dinner
- Daily Sightseeing Program as outlined in the Itinerary
- Special Highlights including Folklore Dances, Lectures,
Theme Dinners, on board Music Performances and afternoon &
evening Piano Music
- Use of Bicycles to explore
- Services of Professional Cruise Director
- All English Language on board in a non-smoking Environment
(smoking permitted only on the Sun Deck)
- All local Taxes
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Departures dates
and prices 2010:
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Departure
Date - 2010
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Start
City
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Ship
Name
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Cruise
Price
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Apr 2
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Amsterdam
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Amalegro
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$1,999
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Apr 5
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Amsterdam
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Amalyra
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$1,999
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Apr 11
Sold out |
Amsterdam
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Amadolce
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$1,999
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| Apr 12 |
Amsterdam
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Amalyra
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$2,099
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| Apr 18 |
Amsterdam
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Amadolce
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$2,199
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| Apr 19 |
Amsterdam
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Amalyra
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$2,199
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| Apr 23 |
Amsterdam
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Amalegro
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$2,299
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| Apr 26 |
Amsterdam
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Amacello
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$2,399
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Port Charges (2010): $133 per person
Single Supplement for Cruise: 50% of twin price; Jr. Suites 100% of
twin price.
Prices are per person in Category E in a deluxe outside stateroom
with window.
To upgrade to a higher Category, add the following amount per
person:
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Cat.
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Deck
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STATEROOM
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Price - 2010
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D
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Piano
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Window
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$ 169
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C
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Cello
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French Balcony
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$ 499
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B
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Cello
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French Balcony
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$ 699
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A
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Violin
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French Balcony
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$ 799
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A+
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Violin
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French Balcony
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$ 999
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S
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Violin
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French Balcony
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$ 1699
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NOTE: Please select bedding configuration
at the time of booking.
The choices are:
Choice A: Two twin beds
Choice B: One large bed (larger than queen
size)
Guaranteed Departures |
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All Cabins are with
windows and 2 lower beds
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