Tour Features • 7-night Deluxe Cruise Accommodation in an Outside Stateroom - 82% of the Staterooms with large French Balconies • Infotainment System in all Staterooms with Internet, Movie and Music Library & English Language TV Stations • Terry Bathrobes and White-on-white plush Bedding in all Staterooms • Superb Dining with all Meals included during your Cruise • Unlimited Quality Red & White Wines from Europe's great Wine Regions with every Dinner onboard the Ship • Cocktail Reception, Welcome Dinner & Captain's Gala Dinner • Daily Sightseeing Program as outlined in the Itinerary • Special Highlights including Folklore Dances, Lectures, Theme Dinners, onboard Music Performances and afternoon & evening Piano Music • Use of Bicycles to explore on your own • Services of Professional Cruise Director • All English Language onboard in a non-smoking Environment (smoking permitted only on the Sun Deck) • All Transfers with the Purchase of Cruise & Air package • All local Taxes

Day   Destination   Activities 1     Overnight flight to Holland 2   Amsterdam   Transfer to the ship     EMBARKATION     Welcome Cocktail & Dinner 3   Amsterdam   City tour & canal cruise   Volendam   Walking tour   Edam   Walking tour 4   Arnhem   City tour     Airborne Museum     Nijmegen Free time 5   Antwerp   City tour   Brussels   Optional tour to Brussels 6   Ghent   City tour   Brugges   Optional tour to Brugges 7   Willemstad   Walking Tour     Cruise by Delta Works   Kinderdijk   Kinderdijk Windmills 8   Utrecht   Keukenhof Excursion 9   Amsterdam   DISEMBARK

Day   Destination   Activities 5   Antwerp   City tour   Brussels   Optional tour to Brussels 6   Ghent   City tour   Brugges   Optional tour to Brugges 7   Willemstad   Walking Tour     Cruise by Delta Works   Kinderdijk   Kinderdijk Windmills 8   Utrecht   Keukenhof Excursion 9   Amsterdam   DISEMBARK

Day 1, Depart USA. Board your overnight flight to Amsterdam, Holland. Day 2, Arrive In Amsterdam, Holland. Welcome to Amsterdam, a modern city with a rich and fascinating history. Explore the 700-year-old European capital with its elegant and classic architecture, cafes, restaurants, lively marketplaces and exciting nightlife. Perhaps visit one of the city's renowned museums such as the Rijksmuseum, the Van Gogh Museum or the Anne Frank House. Tonight, meet your fellow passengers onboard for the Welcome Dinner. (D) Day 3, Amsterdam - Volendam - Edam. After breakfast, enjoy a comprehensive morning cruise 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 tasteful cheese. Cruise through the night to Arnhem. (B,L,D) Day 4, Arnhem - Nijmegen. Arrive in Arnhem early this morning and see the site the Battle for Arnhem Bridge during Operation Market Garden. Then visit the Arnhem 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 on your own. Enjoy scenic cruising this evening as you sail through Holland, and on to Belgium. (B,L,D) Day 5, Antwerp, Belgium. This morning, enjoy a guided sightseeing tour of Antwerp, one of the world's most important ancient seaports. 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 on your own or take an optional excursion to nearby Brussels. After dinner, your cruise departs for Ghent. (B,L,D) Day 6, Ghent. After breakfast take a 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) Day 7, Willemstad, Holland - Dordrecht. This morning, sail through the Dutch region of Zeeland. This region is home to one of the world's most complex engineering projects, the Delta Works, which took more than 30 years to complete. During this morning's cruise, you will pass some of these magnificent projects, and then stop in charming Willemstad for a walking tour. Return to the ship to enjoy a scenic lunch as you sail towards Dordrecht and the 18thcentury windmills of Kinderdijk. Kinderdjik is the largest group of original windmills in Holland. Tonight, enjoy a special music performance onboard. (B,L,D) Day 8, Utrecht - Keukenhof - Amsterdam. During breakfast, enjoy some scenic cruising along the Amsterdam- Rhine Canal to Utrecht. Admire the spectacular display of bulb flowers in bloom during your morning excursion to the famous Keukenhof Gardens. Keukenhof also offers several ponds, sculpture gardens, greenhouses, a windmill which can be toured and several terraces to relax in. Return to your ship in Amsterdam for lunch. The rest of the day is for you to enjoy at your leisure. (B,L,D) Day 9, Depart Amsterdam. Disembark for your transfer to the airport. (B)

Tulip Time Cruise for 2010 Now that you have chosen your package, the following chart below shows “Land Only” rates. To add your airfare, go to Book your Package, select "Flight + Land", select your departure date and departure city and you will add our most competitive airfares to your land price.  Once we have received your deposit, the price is guaranteed from any future fluctuations in the rate of exchange.

Dates Ship Name Start City Cruise Cruise+Land Air+Cruise+Land Mar. 28, 2010 Amalyra Amsterdam   $1,899   Apr. 01, 2010 Amalegro Amsterdam   $1,999   Apr. 04, 2010 Amalyra Amsterdam   $1,999   Apr. 10, 2010 Amadolce Amsterdam   $1,999   Apr. 11, 2010 Amalyra Amsterdam   $2,099   Apr. 17, 2010 Amadolce Amsterdam   $2,199   Apr. 18, 2010 Amalyra Amsterdam   $2,199   Apr. 22, 2010 Amalegro Amsterdam   $2,299   Apr. 25, 2010 Amacello Amsterdam   $2,399

 

City 2 Star 3 Star 4 Star 5 Star

Amsterdam Cordial Eden Hotel NH Grand Hotel Krasnapolsky

Leidse Square Park Plaza Vondelpark

Singel The Park Hotel

Guaranteed Departures

Special Airfares are available for this selected packages.

Plus applicable airport taxes and fees.

Conditions for 2010

Port Charges $133 per person
single Prices 50% of Twin Price, Jr. Suites 100% of Twin Prices

Prices are per person in Category E in a deluxe outside stateroom with window. To upgradeto a higher Catergory, add per person.

CAT.  DECK   STATEROOM   PRICE
D  Piano Deck Window   $169
C  Cello Deck French Balcony $499
B  Cello Deck French Balcony $699
A  Violin Deck French Balcony $799
A+ Violin Deck French Balcony $999
S  Violin Deck French Balcony $1699

NOTE: Please select bedding configuration at the time of booking. The choices are:
Choice A: Two twin beds
Choice B: One large bed (larger than queen size)

MS AmalyraView Deck Plan

The MS Amalyra has redefined European river cruising with innovations that have set new standards in the industry, setting new standards in river cruising and offering a number of features, which no other European river cruise ship can match. The MS Amalyra carries 148 passengers in unequaled luxury, comfort and style and is staffed by a highly-trained professional crew, with an ongoing emphasis on personal service. Staterooms: Inside your exquisitely decorated stateroom, you'll find all the amenities of a fine hotel with white-on-white plush bedding, a cozy sitting area, Infotainment System, hair dryer, safe, terry bathrobes, individually controlled air-conditioning and ample closet space. All staterooms and Jr. Suites are outside; over 82% feature large French balconies, which are a true delight when relaxing in your stateroom. Junior Suites: aboard our ship are extra spacious at 255 square feet, featuring a comfortable sitting area with a sofa and two chairs, floor-to-ceiling windows with French balconies and luxurious, bathrooms with bathtubs and showers. The MS Amalyra’s maiden voyage took place on March 23, 2009. Technical Data: Built: 2009 - Built in: Holland - Length: 360 feet - Width: 38 feet - Crew: 41 (European) - Staterooms: 71 - Jr. Suites: 4 - Ship Registry: Built in Switzerland - Home port: Basel

Amenities
State-of-the-art Public Areas. This vessel features an array of amenities specifically designed for comfort, convenience and luxury with The latest high-tech features: Wellness Area: Located in the aft area of the Violin Deck, including a glassed-in fitness room, massage and beauty salon. The ship has an Elevator, which very few river cruise ships feature, reaching four different levels: the Restaurant level (1), the Staterooms on the Cello Deck (2), the Lobby and Panorama Lounge (3) and the Staterooms on the Violin Deck (4). Infotainment Systems: Every stateroom is equipped with monitor, keyboard with Internet access, English language TV stations, a large movie selection and numerous music programs. Our satellite telephone system allows you to call home for a nominal fee. Bicycles: Each ship has plenty of bicycles which can be used to explore the small towns. Most regions offer well-maintained bicycle river side paths.

Dining
Our onboard culinary staff offers sophisticated menus comprised of wonderful soups, fresh produce, high quality choice cut meats, and fresh fish and seafood. Start your day with a lavish gourmet champagne breakfast buffet. Choose from a rich assortment of breads, croissants and pastries, a variety of fresh fruit, yogurt, cereals, and smoked salmon. Sample the delicious cheeses, cold cuts and local sausages, as well as our daily regional specials. Return from your shore excursion to a delicious lunch with mouth-watering hot or cold appetizers, homemade soups, a selection of great entrees, finish off with a delectable dessert and complimentary cappuccino. In the evening, be our honored guest for an elegant dinner or a traditional theme night with a feast of regional specialties. Enjoy delicious cuisine and complimentary free-flowing wines from the local vintners. A truly memorable dining experience.