Group tour operator and DMC for tours to the Netherlands
Dutch Bulbfields Mini-Cruise
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Keukenhof Gardens ©Keukenhof
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Keukenhof Gardens ©Keukenhof
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Royal Delft Pottery
In Springtime 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 where, 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 but now, between March and May every year, seven million bulbs are planted across the park’s 70 acres which burst into bloom for the visitors to enjoy a spectacular rainbow carpet of flowers which has a different theme each year.
Enjoy this perfect short-break getaway to Holland with departures from Hull to Rotterdam (P&O Ferries), Newcastle to Amsterdam (DFDS Seaways) and Harwich to the Hook of Holland (Stena Line) – the choice is yours. Enjoy many of the on-board facilities that the cruise ships have to offer, including ensuite cabin accommodation, eateries, cafes, restaurants, bars and some even have entertainment. These tours include a full day ashore for sightseeing. Meals on board the ferry (breakfast and dinner packages) can be arranged in advance for groups also group meals in local restaurants can be arranged in Holland.
Dates
Mid-March to Mid-May (Keukenhof 2027 dates to be confirmed)
Suggested itinerary via Hull - Rotterdam
Day 1
Cruise from UK to Holland
Travel to Hull for mid-afternoon check-in and embark on your relaxing cruise ferry for the overnight sailing to Holland. Enjoy many of the on board facilities and a buffet dinner before retiring to your cabin.
Day 2
Keukenhof Gardens and Delft Pottery
Disembark after breakfast and take a leisurely drive to Keukenhof and spend a few hours walking around 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 (cost not included).
En-route back to Rotterdam port, and if time allows make an optional stop at Delft Royal Blue Pottery famous for is blue porcelain and world renowned for its artistry and the option to make some purchases in the on-site shop. Guided tours possible.
Board your cruise ferry for the overnight crossing back to the UK, once again enjoying the facilities that the ship has to offer and an included buffet dinner.
Note: Opening dates of Keukenhof Gardens 2027 to be confirmed
Day 3
Arrive UK
Disembark after breakfast and continue the journey home.
All sailing schedules are subject to confirmation.
| Departure date | 2 nights / 3 days – 2 berth inside cabin (lower berths) | Single supplement (inside cabin) |
| March, April, May | Price on request | Price on request |
