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Avalon Waterways Tulip Time

Discover picturesque Holland and Belgium in the spring on this marvelous river cruise vacation! Enjoy a canal cruise in Amsterdam, take photos of the charming windmills at Kinderdijk, discover St. Baaf’s Cathedral in medieval Ghent, explore Antwerp, and learn about Holland’s complex flood controls at the fascinating Delta Works. Choose between a visit to Floriade, an international exhibition of flowers and gardening held every 10 years in the Netherlands, or an excursion to Maastrict, a vibrant university town on the borders of Belgium and Germany. Drink in the colorful blooming beauty of famous Keukenhof Gardens with the world’s largest bulb flower park. All of this is waiting for you on this cruise vacation sure to delight all of your senses!!

Highlights & Sightseeing CRUISE:

Deluxe 7-night cruise from Amsterdam to Amsterdam in an outside stateroom with hotel-style beds

AMSTERDAM:

Welcome reception; canal cruise

VENLO REGION:

Choice of excursion to Floriade horticultural show or guided visit of Maastricht

ANTWERP:

Guided sightseeing; see the Grote Markt

GHENT:

Guided sightseeing, visit St. Baaf’s Cathedral

MIDDELBURG:

Guided sightseeing

VEERE:

Orientation; excursion to the Delta Works

KINDERDIJK:

See the windmills

ROTTERDAM:

Excursion to Keukenhof Gardens

 

DEPARTURE DATES AND PRICING

DEPART   START      FINISH   CODE     SHIP        CAT E        CAT A, B , P  SUITE

03/30/12 03/31/12 04/07/12 20331    Luminary  $2,079.00 $2,628.00    $3,378.00   

04/06/12 04/07/12 04/14/12 20407    Luminary  $2,179.00 $2,728.00   $3,478.00  

04/07/12 04/08/12 04/15/12 20408    Affinity   $2,179.00 $2,728.00    $3,478.00   

04/13/12 04/14/12 04/21/12 20414    Luminary  $2,299.00 $2,848.00   $3,598.00  

04/20/12 04/21/12 04/28/12 20421    Luminary  $2,399.00 $2,948.00   $3,698.00   

04/28/12 04/29/12 05/06/12 20429    Affinity   $2,449.00   $2,998.00   $3,748.00   

05/05/12 05/06/12 05/13/12 20506    Affinity   $2,549.00   $3,098.00   $3,848.00 

Prices shown are "starting at" prices and do not include airfare.

Port charges: $105

Please call for single accommodation price. Triples not available.

Extra nights per person in Amsterdam:

Departure March 30: in single room $275, in twin room $165

Departures March 31- May 5: in single room $330, in twin room $200

Prices shown above include cruise in Category E in a deluxe outside stateroom on Indigo Deck.

To upgrade to a higher category, add per person:

Category / Decks / Price

B / Sapphire Deck / $549

A / Sapphire Deck / $599

P / Royal Deck / $699

Suite / Royal Deck / $1,299

US$ Price Details Applicable taxes and fees (Land-Only or Cruise-Only Vacation)

 

For complete river cruise information and availability, please contact us. specialgrouptours@yahoo.com or 866 725 5250

 

Why Avalon Waterways?

It’s about you. You are the reason we’ve used our 80-plus years of travel expertise to design the very best river cruise experience. Inspired by you, we’ve taken everything special about river cruising and made it even better.

Here are some of the features and amenities you’ll experience with Avalon:

  • Panoramic windows throughout every ship.
  • Spacious designs provide personal space.
  • Included shore excursions with Local Guide.
  • Headsets for shore excursions.
  • Highest-quality craftsmanship.
  • Premium coffees, cappuccinos and lattes.
  • Coffee self-serve beverage station.
  • A lounge serving premium spirit cocktails.
  • Maintain your routine in the fitness center.
  • The Comfort Collection by AvalonSM.
  • Premium L’Occitane bath amenities.
  • Daily early- and late-riser breakfast.
  • Full buffet breakfast with sparkling wine.
  • Made-to-order egg station is at buffet.
  • Chef-inspired regional recipes.
  • Four-course dinners with open seating.
  • Choice of appetizers, soups & salads.
  • Nightly option of entree, dessert or cheese.
  • Complimentary regional wines at dinner.
  • Beer or soft drinks free with dinner.
  • Night Fare served at 10:30 p.m.
  • Remarkable service through the cruise.
  • English-speaking crew.
  • Non-smoking interior.
  • Large bathrooms - showers w/ glass doors.
  • Flatscreen satellite TV with movie channels.
  • Spacious 3-door closets for ample storage.
  • Internet access to stay in touch with family.
  • And, much more.

Notes:

  • In the event of water level problems on stretches of any river, it may be necessary to operate part of the itinerary by motorcoach.
  • Included visits and special features are subject to change. If a change becomes necessary, a substitute will be offered.

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