Experience the best of the Netherlands on this 4-day journey, combining Amsterdam's rich art and history with the scenic charm of the Dutch countryside where you will discover more traditional ways of life.
NOTE: Due to implemented restrictions on tour coaches in the city center, there will be a short walk (0.4 miles) from your hotel to the bus staging area for your tours each day. This program does include moderate walking at the various stops.
Day 1
After flying into Amsterdam’s Schiphol Airport, you will be met outside the customs and baggage claim area and transferred to your hotel in the city center by private vehicle.
Hotel check-in time is at 3:00pm.
Although we are not able to guarantee that rooms will be available before this time, luggage storage will be available at Reception so that you may begin exploring the city at your leisure or enjoy the facilities of the hotel. Should you have an early arriving flight, you may wish to book an extra night to ensure a room will be ready upon your arrival.
Depending on your arrival time, the afternoon and evening will be spent at leisure and all meals on this day are on your own.
Nearby sights include the Royal Palace on Dam Square and Anne Frank’s House. Amsterdam’s nightlife also offers diverse options for dining and entertainment.
Note: A private van or SUV will be used to transfer couples or parties of two while solo travelers will transfer by private sedan. Vans hold a maximum of 4 pieces or large luggage and 2 carry on pieces per person and sedans hold a maximum of 2 large suitcases and a carry-on. Transfers are with driver only.
Day 2
Your day starts with breakfast at the hotel, followed by a short coach transfer to the world-renowned Rijksmuseum which showcases Dutch art and history, featuring masterpieces like Rembrandt's The Night Watch. A private guide will lead you through the highlights of the museum during a 1,5-hour guided visit.
Afterwards, you will enjoy a short stroll to the canal boat pontoon, where a private saloon boat awaits you for a nearly two-hour cruise along Amsterdam’s canals.
After disembarking the boat, take a guided walk through the city center. This is followed by an afternoon at leisure. Perhaps linger over lunch, browse the shops, or explore other museums such as the Rembrandt house, Van Gogh Museum, the Hermitage or the Jewish Historical Museum.
Day 3
Following breakfast at the hotel, you will enjoy a scenic coach drive into the Green Heart of Holland. In contrast to the urban atmosphere in Amsterdam, you can expect a more natural environment.
Enjoy a tranquil canal cruise through the Green Heart of Holland, during which you will get to taste some local Dutch delicacies and stop at a charming local windmill.
Continue to the historic town of Gouda, where you’ll have time to enjoy lunch at your leisure before a guided walk through the picturesque streets. Get a taste of some Gouda cheeses at one of the many cheese stores. Delight in a hands-on Stroopwafel workshop to learn how to make this sweet snack and savor coffee or tea at a local bakery.
Return to your hotel enriched by the day’s unique experiences.
Day 4
After breakfast and check out, depart for The Zaanse Schans, where you will step back in time. Zaanse Schans is a picturesque Dutch village famous for its iconic windmills, historic wooden houses, and artisan workshops. Discover traditional crafts like wooden clog making and cheese production, explore working windmills, and enjoy the charming views of the surrounding countryside.
Your guide will give a tour of the highlights and afterwards there is some free time to get some last Dutch souvenirs at one of the many local shops.
Head back to the port to get ready for your cruise.
Land Program Details Step by Step
•The order of sites visited may vary to avoid congestion. Program times are approximate, given here for general reference purposes and subject to change.
•Itineraries with the up-to-date details will be issued when you are emailed your final cruise documents 21 days prior to sailing. You will then receive a final itinerary from our ground operator with a Welcome Letter upon arrival or at your hotel. Please review the letter and your final itinerary carefully for further amendments.
•The hotels used for your land program will be the hotels listed in this document unless you have been advised otherwise in advance of the land program start date.
•Guests failing to arrive on Day 1 of a scheduled land program will be considered a no-show and their hotel space released.
Extra Nights
•If you book extra nights through the cruise line, you will be met as per the flight details provided and transferred to your hotel. Check-in is 3:00pm (subject to change). Meals other than breakfast, as well as activities, are on your own until day 2 of the program.
•If you have an early-arriving flight, you may wish to book an extra night as your room will not be ready for occupation until approximately 3:00pm.
•If you book extra nights on your own, transfers are not included.
DAY 1
Fly into Amsterdam Airport Schiphol, where you will be met outside Customs and baggage claim
Transfer to the hotel
3:00pm check-in at your hotel
Meals on own today
Overnight at the Radisson Blu (or similar hotel)
Meet and Greet and transfers
•Final cruise documents will be emailed 21 days prior to sailing. The local ground agent’s telephone number will be on page 1, if you can’t locate the meet-and-greet representative upon arrival. Be aware that the representative may be assisting others and may not be in sight when you first exit Customs and the luggage claim area.
•Look for someone holding a sign with the cruise line logo and possibly your name. If in doubt, ask the airport staff to direct you to the meeting area for transfers or to page our representative.
•Meet and Greet and transfers are arranged for guests arriving on Day 1 of a land program or for extra nights booked through the cruise line and are arranged based on the flight details received by guests at least 14 days before sailing. Guests arriving independently before the program start date will not have a transfer included.
•If we have not received your flight details or your flights have changed, and the Destination Services Land Team has not been notified, then a transfer cannot be provided, and guests will be responsible for getting to the land program hotel at their own expense. Please immediately contact our Reservations Department for any flight changes before departure.
DAY 2
7:15am Breakfast at the hotel
8:15am Short walk with your guide (0.4 miles) to the coach loading area
8:30am Drive to Rijksmuseum
9:00am Guided visit of the Rijksmuseum
10:30am Short walk to the canal boat pontoon
10:45am Canal cruise
12:15pm Guided walk
1:30pm End of guided walk back at the hotel
Remainder of day at leisure
Lunch and dinner on own
Overnight at the Radisson Blu (or similar hotel)
DAY 3
7:00am Breakfast at the hotel
8:00am Meet with guide in hotel Lobby
Short walk with your guide (0.4 miles) to the coach loading area
8:15am Drive to Green Hearth of Holland
9:15am Short walk to canal boat pontoon
9:30am Canal cruise through the Green Hearth of Holland
10:00am Stop at a local windmill
10:30am Continue canal cruise
11:00am Drive to Gouda
12:00am Free time for lunch on your own
2:00pm Guided walk of Gouda
2:45pm Sirop Waffle Workshop
3:30pm Coffee and/or tea at local bakery
4:00pm Walk back to coach
4:15pm Drive back to hotel
5:30pm Arrive at the hotel
Dinner on own
Overnight at the Radisson Blu (or similar hotel)
DAY 4
AM Breakfast at the hotel
9:00am Check out and meet with guide
Luggage will be transfered to the port by van
Short walk with your guide (0.4 miles) to the coach loading area
9:15am Drive to Zaanse Schans
9:45am Guided visit of Zaanse Schans
10:45am Free time at Zaanse Schans
11:30pm Short walk back to the coach
11:45pm Transfer to the port
12:15pm Arrival at the port for embarkation
Expected Weather:
In September, Amsterdam experiences the transition from summer to autumn. The average daily temperature in Amsterdam ranges from 12°C (54°F) to 19°C (66°F)
What to Bring
Weather-appropriate clothing, raincoat, comfortable walking shoes, sun protection and an umbrella.
Currency
Euro
Electricity
220 Volts. We recommend bringing your own travel converter if you have electric devices.
Documents and Visa Requirements
A valid passport for at least six months after travel is required
Accommodation
Radisson Blu Hotel
Rusland 17, 1012 CK Amsterdam, Netherlands
Phone: +31 20 623 1231
*We will only source different hotels in unforeseen situations. If similar hotels are required, they will be of equal ratings and standards guests will be notified in advance. If guests are not notified of changes before departure, then the hotel listed in this program will be used
Program Includes
3 nights at the Radisson Blu (or similar hotel) – Superior Room
English-speaking tour guide
All sightseeing per the itinerary
Private airport transfer
Breakfasts
Please Note: Guests booking their own flights (independent of the cruise line) are responsible for ensuring that the cruise line has the updated arrival information, so your transfer can be arranged. If you book additional nights independently of the cruise line, an arrival transfer is not provided. If we do not receive flight details a minimum of 14 days in advance, transfers will not be provided.
Program Excludes
Personal expenses
Extras at the hotel, including mini bar and room service
Meals and beverages where not specified
Porterage at hotels
Gratuities to the drivers and guides
Please note: Land programs that encompass multiple days ashore customarily include extensive and prolonged activity, while those of shorter durations typically have more moderate activity levels. However, each program varies, and participants should be prepared to negotiate a mixture of surfaces which may include inclines, cobblestones, sand, and gravel or natural paths. There may also be a need to climb steps or stairs on occasion. Guests who utilize a wheelchair and those with mobility concerns are advised to check with the cruise line in advance to see if any portion of the tour program may not be considered suitable for their individual situation. Weather appropriate clothing; hats; sunglasses; and flat, comfortable walking shoes are generally recommended.
Please note: All land programs are capacity controlled and subject to availability. Programs falling under the minimum number of required participants are subject to cancellation. Pricing listed is also subject to change to meet unexpected cost increases for transportation, land arrangements or currency fluctuations. Once purchased, pricing is guaranteed and not subject to change. Land Programs must be purchased no later than 90 days prior to your sail date. Cancellations made within 90 days or less prior to the sail date are subject to 100% cancellation penalty. There are no refunds for unused portions of any program. Guests failing to arrive on Day 1 of a scheduled land program will be considered a no-show and their hotel space released.
Price: $2,199 per guest based on double occupancy.
Hotel and Land Program pricing is not combinable with FREE 1-Night Pre-Cruise Luxury Hotel Package. If applicable, please contact Regent Seven Seas Cruises or your travel agent for multi-night pre-cruise hotel pricing information. Land program promotions are subject to terms.
