Join a 6-day small ship cruise sailing through Holland's treasures aboard the MS Lafayette. Sail across scenic canals and lakes, explore authentic towns like Lemmer, Enkhuizen, and Hoorn, and visit charming Giethoorn. Enjoy guided tours of Amsterdam, Alkmaar’s Cheese Museum, and traditional villages like Volendam and Zaanse Schans. Stroll through the stunning Keukenhof Gardens (seasonal), bike along polders, and admire historic windmills. This journey blends cultural heritage, breathtaking landscapes, and authentic Dutch experiences for an unforgettable adventure.
Highlights
Enjoy guided tours or biking excursions through historic Dutch cities
Explore Enkhuizen’s maritime past and visit the fascinating Zuiderzee Museum
Visit Alkmaar and learn about cheese-making traditions at its museum
Stroll Keukenhof Gardens or explore Volendam’s fishing heritage nearby
Activity options vary depending on destination and operator. Activity level is determined by the range and intensity of activities you choose to participate in. Discuss with your Trip Planner which options are best for you.
This morning, join an optional excursion for both packages: Guided tour of Giethoorn, a charming lakeside town, followed by a boat ride on the canals.
Cruise on the IJsselmeer, one of the largest inland freshwater lakes in Holland. You reach Enkhuizen in the afternoon.
Enjoy time at leisure to discover Enkhuizen on your own. The Zuiderzee Museum gives you a glimpse of everyday life in those former fishing harbors (entrance fee not included).
This afternoon, join an optional excursion for both packages: Stroll through the Keukenhof Gardens(2)(only on pre-booking before departure). Outside the opening dates of the park, this visit is replaced by an optional guided tour of Volendam, a port specializing in eel-fishing, and Zaanse Schans.
Tonight's the gala dinner and evening.
Day 6: Amsterdam | Disembark
1 Breakfast
Enjoy one last buffet breakfast on board before disembarking at 9:00 a.m.
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$1,7862-3 travelers
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Main Deck-Cat A
29 cabins (27 double-occupancy cabins, 2 single cabins) equipped with a TV, telephone, bathroom with a shower and toilet, towel, a safe, independent air-conditioning, electricity 220V, and Wi-Fi.
Main Deck- Cat B
4 double cabins
equipped with a TV, telephone, bathroom with a shower and toilet, towel, a safe, independent air-conditioning, electricity 220V, and Wi-Fi.
Main Deck- Cat C
8 double cabins
3 double cabins
2 single cabins
equipped with a TV, telephone, bathroom with a shower and toilet, towel, a safe, independent air-conditioning, electricity 220V, and Wi-Fi.
Upper Deck-Cat A
14 cabins with large picture windows (11 double-occupancy cabins, 2 single cabins, 1 cabin for persons with disabilities) equipped with a TV, telephone, bathroom with a shower and toilet, towel, a safe, independent air-conditioning, electricity 220V, and Wi-Fi.
Upper Deck-Cat B
1 double cabin
1 PRM cabin
2 single cabins
equipped with a TV, telephone, bathroom with a shower and toilet, towel, a safe, independent air-conditioning, electricity 220V, and Wi-Fi.
Notes
20% discount on children between 2-10 years
30% discount for 3rd person in triple cabin
Initial deposit is 30%, and most travelers will call our office and pay the deposit with a credit card.
Final payment is due 100 days prior to departure by Bank transfer or credit card. All final payments by credit card may be subject to a surcharge and maximum of $20,000 charge
Everything was amazing! The planning with Adventure Life went smoothly. The actual trip was fantastic! One of the best trips I have experienced. The cruise staff members were knowledgeable and attentive. I will be writing more about this on the blog!
