Group tour operator and DMC for tours to the Netherlands
Dutch Bulbfields Mini Cruise
Keukenhof Gardens
The perfect short-break getaway to Holland with departures from Hull to Rotterdam, Newcastle to Amsterdam and Harwich to the Hook of Holland – the choice is yours. Enjoy many of the on-board facilities that the cruise ships have to offer, including en-suite cabin accommodation, eateries, cafes, restaurants, bars and some even have entertainment. These tours include a full day ashore for sightseeing. The cruise ferries are operated by P&O Ferries, DFDS Seaways and Stena Line. Meals on board (breakfast and dinner packages) can be arranged in advance.
At this time of year, the Dutch bulbfields are ablaze with flowering tulips, hyacinths, daffodils and a host of other spring flowers. Visit the world famous Keukenhof gardens, one of the world’s finest bulbfields and flower parks. Each year the Dutch bulb growing industry stage their annual petal spectacular. Keukenhof Flower Gardens was once a modest kitchen and herb garden for the Dutch Royal House. Today, however, each year between March and May, seven million bulbs planted across the park’s 70 acres burst into bloom. Visitors enjoy a spectacular rainbow carpet of flowers. For over 50 years, Keukenhof has been displaying its floral art with a different theme each year and a fresh look.
Dates
mid March to mid May 2025 (dates to be confirmed)
Suggested itinerary by coach
Day 1
Cruise from UK to Holland
Arrive at your chosen port of departure, check-in and embark your relaxing cruise ferry for the overnight sailing to Holland. Enjoy many of the on board facilities before retiring to your cabin
Day 2
Full Day At Keukenhof Gardens and Delft Pottery – (Arrive/Depart Holland)
Prepare for disembarkation early morning. Take a leisurely drive to Keukenhof and spend a few hours walking around over 70 acres of spring flowers and gardens. The park has easy walking, plenty of seating, with flat paths and several eateries and shops on-site. As an optional extra, relax as you enjoy the peace and quiet typical Dutch landscape around Keukenhof in an electrically-propelled whisper boat. The boat trip takes 45 minutes and will be enriched by an audio tour about the flower bulb region.
** If time permits, on the way to your departure port, make a visit to Delft Royal Blue Pottery famous for is blue porcelain and world renowned for its artistry (entrance cost payable locally)
Embark on the cruise ferry for the overnight crossing to the UK, once again enjoying the facilities on board.
(**applicable to Rotterdam and Hook of Holland departures)
Day 3
Arrive UK
Disembark early morning and continue on your journey home.
Dates |
Based on 2 berth inside shared cabin (low berth) Hull/Rotterdam route |
mid March-mid May 2025 | price on request |
Supplements apply for single cabin occupancy and upgrades for outside cabins and meal packages