Brinkman Travel's Holland and Belgium

Sunday April 25, 2010 Toronto – Amsterdam, NL

An overnight flight will take you across the Atlantic Ocean to Amsterdam.

Monday April 26 Amsterdam

Upon arrival at Amsterdam/Schiphol airport, transfer to the heart of Amsterdam, as the Amacello is moored behind Central Rail Station along the IJ Canal. You will be greeted by the fine Amadeus Waterways staff with a welcome drink and they will take you to your stateroom, your home for the week. The Cruise Director will brief you, and you will have some time to explore the 700 year old European capital with its elegant and classic architecture, cafes, restaurants and lively marketplaces. Perhaps visit a museum, gallery, coffee house or famous back ally. Tonight, meet your fellow passengers onboard for the Welcome Dinner. (D)

Tuesday April 27 Amsterdam – Volendam – Edam

After breakfast, enjoy a comprehensive morning boat ride through the historic canals of Amsterdam. Return to the ship for a scenic lunch, while you cruise the IJsselmeer towards Volendam. Enjoy a late afternoon scenic drive to the village of Edam, famous for its tasty cheese. Cruise through the night to Arnhem. (B, L, D)

Wednesday April 28 Arnhem – Nijmegen

Arrive in Arnhem early morning and see the site of the Battle for Arnhem Bridge during Allied Operation Market Garden. Then visit 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 for lunch and cruise to Nijmegen for some free time in the city. Later on this evening the ship will cruise through Holland and on to Belgium. Imagine the sun setting on the waters while you lounge on deck. (B, L, D)

Thursday April 29 Antwerp, Belgium

This morning, a guided sightseeing tour of Antwerp, one of the world's most important ancient seaports will delight you. See the Grote Market 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 or take an optional excursion to nearby Brussels. After dinner, the Amacello departs for Ghent. (B, L, D)

Friday April 30 Ghent

After breakfast come on the guided sightseeing tour of Ghent, the fourth largest city of Belgium. This city is the diamond of Flanders, preserving its medieval charm while remaining current with the times. Modern architecture blends with remnants of the past. Take the time to visit ''Castle of the Counts'', a real medieval castle in the center of town. The afternoon is yours to explore Ghent at leisure or to take an optional excursion to Brugges, which is one of Europe's most perfectly preserved medieval cities. Brugge's historical city center is a UNESCO World Heritage Site. (B, L, D)

Saturday May 1 Willemstad, NL – Dordrecht

This morning, sail through the Dutch waterways of the province Zeeland. This region is home to one of the world's most complex engineering projects, the Delta Works, which keeps back the North Sea and took more than 30 years to complete. You will pass some of its magnificent structures, and then stop in charming Willemstad for a walking tour. Return to the ship and while you are having lunch enjoy the splendid scenery as you sail towards Dordrecht and the 18^thcentury windmills of Kinderdijk, the largest group of original windmills in Holland. Tonight's entertainment is reserved for a special music onboard performance. (B, L, D)

Sunday May 2 Utrecht – Keukenhof – Amsterdam

A Sunday morning breakfast sailing through the Amsterdam-Rhine Canal on your way to Utrecht, sounds like a dream, but it is happening in front of your eyes. Admire the spectacular display of bulb flowers in bloom during your excursion to the famous Keukenhof Gardens. Keukenhof also contains ponds, sculpture gardens, greenhouses, a windmill which can be toured and several terraces to relax on. Return to your ship in Amsterdam for lunch and enjoy the remainder of the day at your leisure with perhaps a stroll through the city which sits right on your doorstep? And then it is time for the farewell dinner; saying good bye to new found friends and toasting to a grand experience. (B, L, D)

Monday May 3 Disembark Ship – Amsterdam – Toronto
or Join the Liberation Land Tour
After breakfast cruise passengers will bid farewell to the Amacello's crew and take a transfer to the Amsterdam/ Schiphol airport for their flight home or meet Ineke and her companions on the Liberation Land Tour. (B)

Riverboat Cruise only April 26 – May 3, 2010 USD $2399 + $133 port charges

Price per person based on double occupancy. Single supplement: 150% of twin rate in all categories except Junior Suite

Seven nights Deluxe cruise accommodation in an outside stateroom
Infotainment system in all staterooms with internet, movie and music library, and English language TV
Superb dining with all meals included during your cruise – one seating with open seating arrangements
Unlimited, quality red and white wines from Europe's great wine regions with every dinner onboard the ship
Cocktail Reception, Welcome Dinner and 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 and evening piano music
Use of bicycles to explore on your own
Services of a professional onboard Cruise Director
All English language onboard in a non smoking environment (smoking permitted only on the Sun Deck)
All local taxes

Price per person based on double occupancy and includes air from Toronto, Cruise (Category E) and Land Tour
Single supplement: CAD $ 1985 (Cat E; limited availability, book early!) Upgrades to higher categories are available at extra charge
All prices are for payment by cash, cheque or money order; add 3% to the cost when credit card payment is preferred.



	Home About Us News Holland BT/Adventure Tours Pilgrimages Cruises Long Stays Business Travel Travel Links Contact Us	Welcome to the Netherlands and Belgium Tulip Time Riverboat Cruise Aboard the brand new, custom designed riverboat ms Amacello April 25 – May 3, 2010 Sunday April 25, 2010 Toronto – Amsterdam, NL An overnight flight will take you across the Atlantic Ocean to Amsterdam. Monday April 26 Amsterdam Upon arrival at Amsterdam/Schiphol airport, transfer to the heart of Amsterdam, as the Amacello is moored behind Central Rail Station along the IJ Canal. You will be greeted by the fine Amadeus Waterways staff with a welcome drink and they will take you to your stateroom, your home for the week. The Cruise Director will brief you, and you will have some time to explore the 700 year old European capital with its elegant and classic architecture, cafes, restaurants and lively marketplaces. Perhaps visit a museum, gallery, coffee house or famous back ally. Tonight, meet your fellow passengers onboard for the Welcome Dinner. (D) Tuesday April 27 Amsterdam – Volendam – Edam After breakfast, enjoy a comprehensive morning boat ride through the historic canals of Amsterdam. Return to the ship for a scenic lunch, while you cruise the IJsselmeer towards Volendam. Enjoy a late afternoon scenic drive to the village of Edam, famous for its tasty cheese. Cruise through the night to Arnhem. (B, L, D) Wednesday April 28 Arnhem – Nijmegen Arrive in Arnhem early morning and see the site of the Battle for Arnhem Bridge during Allied Operation Market Garden. Then visit 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 for lunch and cruise to Nijmegen for some free time in the city. Later on this evening the ship will cruise through Holland and on to Belgium. Imagine the sun setting on the waters while you lounge on deck. (B, L, D) Thursday April 29 Antwerp, Belgium This morning, a guided sightseeing tour of Antwerp, one of the world's most important ancient seaports will delight you. See the Grote Market 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 or take an optional excursion to nearby Brussels. After dinner, the Amacello departs for Ghent. (B, L, D) Friday April 30 Ghent After breakfast come on the guided sightseeing tour of Ghent, the fourth largest city of Belgium. This city is the diamond of Flanders, preserving its medieval charm while remaining current with the times. Modern architecture blends with remnants of the past. Take the time to visit ''Castle of the Counts'', a real medieval castle in the center of town. The afternoon is yours to explore Ghent at leisure or to take an optional excursion to Brugges, which is one of Europe's most perfectly preserved medieval cities. Brugge's historical city center is a UNESCO World Heritage Site. (B, L, D) Saturday May 1 Willemstad, NL – Dordrecht This morning, sail through the Dutch waterways of the province Zeeland. This region is home to one of the world's most complex engineering projects, the Delta Works, which keeps back the North Sea and took more than 30 years to complete. You will pass some of its magnificent structures, and then stop in charming Willemstad for a walking tour. Return to the ship and while you are having lunch enjoy the splendid scenery as you sail towards Dordrecht and the 18^thcentury windmills of Kinderdijk, the largest group of original windmills in Holland. Tonight's entertainment is reserved for a special music onboard performance. (B, L, D) Sunday May 2 Utrecht – Keukenhof – Amsterdam A Sunday morning breakfast sailing through the Amsterdam-Rhine Canal on your way to Utrecht, sounds like a dream, but it is happening in front of your eyes. Admire the spectacular display of bulb flowers in bloom during your excursion to the famous Keukenhof Gardens. Keukenhof also contains ponds, sculpture gardens, greenhouses, a windmill which can be toured and several terraces to relax on. Return to your ship in Amsterdam for lunch and enjoy the remainder of the day at your leisure with perhaps a stroll through the city which sits right on your doorstep? And then it is time for the farewell dinner; saying good bye to new found friends and toasting to a grand experience. (B, L, D) Monday May 3 Disembark Ship – Amsterdam – Toronto or Join the Liberation Land Tour After breakfast cruise passengers will bid farewell to the Amacello's crew and take a transfer to the Amsterdam/ Schiphol airport for their flight home or meet Ineke and her companions on the Liberation Land Tour. (B) What is this going to cost? Riverboat Cruise only April 26 – May 3, 2010 USD $2399 + $133 port charges Price per person based on double occupancy. Single supplement: 150% of twin rate in all categories except Junior Suite The quote includes the cruise price for Category E, Piano Deck – a deluxe outside 170 sq. ft. stateroom with a fixed window. To upgrade to a higher category, add the following per person: Category Deck Stateroom $ USD D Piano Deck Fixed window $ 169 C Violin & Cello Deck French Balcony $ 499 B Violin & Cello Deck French Balcony $ 699 A Violin Deck French Balcony $ 799 S Violin Deck French Balcony, 255 sq ft $1699 Included in the Brinkman Travel Cruise Package, April 26 – May 3, 2010 Seven nights Deluxe cruise accommodation in an outside stateroom Infotainment system in all staterooms with internet, movie and music library, and English language TV Superb dining with all meals included during your cruise – one seating with open seating arrangements Unlimited, quality red and white wines from Europe's great wine regions with every dinner onboard the ship Cocktail Reception, Welcome Dinner and 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 and evening piano music Use of bicycles to explore on your own Services of a professional onboard Cruise Director All English language onboard in a non smoking environment (smoking permitted only on the Sun Deck) All local taxes Receive at no extra charge Pre tour social night at the beginning of April to meet your travel companions and to obtain complete information packages The warm hospitality of the Dutch people, which is priceless! Not included Air and transfers from gateway of choice and airport taxes (Brinkman Travel gladly arranges best value and schedule) Optional but highly recommended insurance package, which can be obtained through Brinkman Travel Gratuities aboard the cruise ship: recommended is 15 euro per person per day All personal expenses Why not combine this relaxing and beautiful Tulip Time Riverboat Cruise with the Last Grand Celebration of the Liberation of the Netherlands Land Tour, Hosted by Ineke Brinkman and Travel from April 25 – May 10, 2010 for a total price of only CAD $ 5845. Price per person based on double occupancy and includes air from Toronto, Cruise (Category E) and Land Tour Single supplement: CAD $ 1985 (Cat E; limited availability, book early!) Upgrades to higher categories are available at extra charge All prices are for payment by cash, cheque or money order; add 3% to the cost when credit card payment is preferred.
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