b'River CruiseSpringtime Tulips &United Kingdom Medemblik NetherlandsHoornAmsterdamKeukenhof Gardens London Start & End 7 ArnhemBrugesYpres GhentTo/FromGermanyLondon BelgiumSail into Belgium and the Netherlands, discovering the Rhines history and beautiful gardens, plus expert talks from Colonel Piers Storie-Pugh and Charlie Dimmock. by Coach by Railby Ship 1 Nights by Ship FranceAMSTERDAM HOORN CHOCOLATE TASTINGYOUR ITINERARYDay 1. To Amsterdam & our ship Bruges or a guided sightseeing tourDay 6. Medemblik Steam RailwayMeeting at London St Pancras thisof Ghent, which includes medievalWaking to harbour views, we reach morning, your cruise holiday beginsarchitecture and a chocolate tasting. one of the Netherlands oldest cities, as we journey on the Eurostar toHoorn. Here, we enjoy a guided tour of Amsterdam. Here, we are welcomedDay 4. Ypres Battlefields or Ghentthe historic centre before embarking aboard our luxurious ship. After timeThis morning, you can opt for anon a nostalgic journey aboard the to settle into your cabin, savour aexcursion to the poignant YpresMedemblik steam train. This scenic welcome drink in the lounge beforeBattlefield and Sanctuary Woodjourney takes us through landscapes dining in the panoramic restaurant. Cemetery with entrance included.of tulip fields and windmills. We sail to Alternatively, explore attractiveAmsterdam and dock overnight. Day 2. Amsterdam canal boat cruise Ghent at leisure, seeing sights such Our day starts with a sightseeingas St Bavos Cathedral and the Belfry.Day 7. Keukenhof Gardenscanal cruise of Amsterdam, admiringDuring lunch, we set sail and theresCharlie Dimmock joins us onboard its unique architecture. After lunchtime to enjoy the ships facilities. this morning to talk about her time onboard, you are free to explore theon BBCs Ground Force and provide city, discovering Dam Square, the RoyalDay 5. Arriving in Arnhem horticulture tips. We then experience a Palace or visiting the Rijksmuseum. WeBreakfast and lunch are served onhighlight of our cruise at the incredible set sail for Ghent this afternoon andboard as we sail to the historic townKeukenhof Gardens. Called the dinner is served on board this evening. of Arnhem, arriving in the afternoon.Garden of Europe, its known for its Here you can choose to take a guidedcolourful displays of tulips. Tonight, we Day 3. Touring Ghent or Bruges tour of the excellent Hartensteinenjoy a gala dinner while a sea shanty The whole trip was Our ship arrives in Ghent, in FlemishAirborne Museum in Oosterbeek,choir provides the entertainment.Belgium, this morning. Here, Colonellearning about the Battle of Arnhem inmind-blowing and Ill Piers Storie-Pugh OBE delivers anWorld War Two. Alternatively, chooseDay 8.er forget the tigers.nev Homeward boundinformative talk about the battlefieldsto visit the interactive NetherlandsAfter breakfast, we transfer to the Brian, 2024in the region. After a relaxed lunch,Open-Air Museum, with fascinatingstation to take the train to Brussels, take either an afternoon coach tourdisplays about the storied history ofjoining the Eurostar service to London to the enchanting medieval town ofthis proud European country. St Pancras where your holiday ends. 32 For more information on dates and prices, visit greatrail.com/NER26'