Itinerary
Day One
Travel by coach from your selected pick-up point, cross the Channel, and continue to join Olympia in Amsterdam. Settle in and enjoy your first dinner on board.Day Two
This morning's optional canal cruise is the perfect way to discover this vibrant city of canals and cobblestones, with its imposing Royal Palace, renowned Rijksmuseum and Van Gogh museum, and countless cafes. Shortly after lunch, Olympia slips away from the city, and cruises into the delightful countryside of South Holland, arriving in Schoonhoven after dinner.Day Three
Discover historic Schoonhoven, famed for its gold and silverware, celebrated in the town's fascinating museum. This afternoon, enjoy our included walking tour of the UNESCO-listed village of Kinderdijk, with its historic windmills. Later, Olympia sails on to the great maritime city of Rotterdam, where, on arrival you will enjoy a tour of the harbour.Day Four
Join the optional morning excursion to the beguiling 'Golden Age' town of Delft, former home to painter Johannes Vermeer, and visit its renowned pottery factory, famed for its distinctive ceramics. This afternoon, Olympia sails north to the Markermeer fishing port of Hoorn.Day Five
Wander the pretty streets of Hoorn this morning, then join this afternoon's included excursion to Keukenhof Gardens. Have your camera at the ready to capture the wonderful sight of some seven million flowers carpeting the ground in a breathtaking horticultural display.Day Six
Bid farewell to Olympia, and begin your return journey back to the UK.
Further Information
Joining your holiday
Your final travel documents, including the exact time and place of departure, will be sent to you approximately 10 days prior to departure, providing all payments have been made. We are unable to give exact departure times before this.Meal arrangements
Where meals are not included, your coach driver will ensure there are suitable stops made for you to purchase and enjoy lunch and/or dinner each day.Special requirements
If you have notified us of any special requirements, please check that they have been noted and acknowledged. This is especially important with any dietary needs you may have.Disabled access
The majority of our tours involve a certain amount of walking, including a short walk from the coach stop to the town, attraction or venue you're visiting. If you are bringing a wheelchair, please let us know at the time of booking so that appropriate arrangements can be made.Dress code
The dress code on board and ashore is casual. After 7pm, in the lounge and restaurant, shorts are not permitted, and footwear and a shirt or T-shirt must be worn.Tipping
Tipping is not compulsory, but from experience we know that many passengers like to leave gratuities for the crew. An envelope will be left in your cabin for this purpose.Optional shore excursions
Optional excursions are available on all cruises, and we recommend that you book now to secure your place. If the number of bookings needed to operate any excursion is not reached, the excursion may be cancelled. In this case your payment will be refunded in full.Luggage
Where possible, non-rigid suitcases are easier to store within your cabin.Drinking water
The tap water on board is safe to drink, but may not be to your taste due to the purification system.Itinerary changes
On rare occasions, the Captain may need to alter the Cruise Itinerary. If this happens, the Cruise Manager will keep passengers informed.Cabin sizes
The majority of cabins on board are 10.5m square. Single cabins are approximately 7.7m square. (These measurements include the bathroom.) Standard Promenade cabins are 15m square and most have double beds (which do not convert to sofas), but they do not have a table or stool and will by subject to engine noise during overnight and early morning sailing.Pre-paid drinks package
Spend just £17.50 per person per night, and enjoy unlimited draught beer, house wine and soft drinks (including water, tea and coffee) between 10am and midnight while on board Olympia. All other drinks are not included. The drinks package must be purchased by every person occupying a particular cabin.
*This offer applies to new bookings made between 24th February and 17th March 2017 (inclusive) and to the cruise departing on 20th April 2017 only. Prices shown when booking do not include the discount. The discount amount will be added to your booking once the promo code has been entered and will be confirmed before purchase. Single cabin full fares will be discounted by 25 per cent when the promo code is applied. The offer may not be used in conjunction with any other offer, and may be withdrawn at any time.
