Amsterdam and diamond producer
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We’ll leave by coach for a guided tour of the city. Amsterdam is one of the most unique and extraordinary cities in the world. From its romantic canals to its world-renowned museums and historical significance, it’s a city that never ceases to surprise. Our first stop will be the Riecker Windmill, a windmill located on the riverbanks of the Amstel River, south of the city. This mill was built in 1636 in the village of Sloten and was used as a polder mill for the polder of the same name (Riekerpolder). The pumping of the polder water was taken over by an electric pumping station in 1932 and, when the polder was dug, the mill was then dismantled to create, among other things, Lake Het Nieuw Meer. The mill was rebuilt in 1961 on the riverbanks of the Amstel, around 8 km (approx. 5 miles) away, between the roads leading to Kalfjeslaan and Borcht. This part of the Amstel banks, very popular with tourists and walkers, is a prime location for an old Dutch windmill. A statue of Rembrandt was erected close to this mill to remind us that the painter made many drawings on the banks of this river. Afterwards, we’ll head to the Diamond District to observe how the talented cutters facet the raw diamonds into the jewels we buy. Our guide will explain in detail how a diamond is valued. After our tour, you’ll be able to spend some time browsing the shop. We'll hop back on our coach and continue on towards the Bloemenmarkt, the famous floating flower market. One of the most fragrant places in Amsterdam in any seasons thanks to its thousands of flowers and multitude of varieties, this unique market will make your head spin! At the end of our visit, we’ll return to the ship by coach.
PLEASE NOTE
- Panoramic tour with stops to take pictures and free time.
- The order of the visits can change.
- Times are approximate.
Cruises
This shore excursion is available for one or several cruises
Holland and the romantic Rhine valley (port-to-port cruise)
Strasbourg(5) - AMSTERDAM - COLOGNE - RÜDESHEIM - HEIDELBERG - MANNHEIM - STRASBOURG
From Amsterdam to Strasbourg, we'll sail along the Rhine and discover the world's largest flower garden at the Hoge Veluwe Nature Park(4), not forgetting the Kröller Müller Museum(4), home to Van Gogh's second largest collection. Enjoy a perfectly combined cruise between nature and culture.
* Price based on double occupancy
The romantic Rhine valley and Holland (port-to-port cruise)
STRASBOURG - RÜDESHEIM - COLOGNE - DÜSSELDORF - AMSTERDAM
Cruise along the romantic Rhine Valley between historic castles and legendary landscapes, from Strasbourg to Amsterdam via Rüdesheim and its renowned vineyards. Hear the fascinating story of the Lorelei rock before you reach Cologne, one of the oldest German cities. A cruise that will not fail to charm you.
* Price based on double occupancy
Through authentic Holland (port-to-port cruise)
AMSTERDAM - GOUDA - ROTTERDAM - AMSTERDAM
Be carried away by the history of Holland through its culture and the rustic charm of the cities of Amsterdam, Gouda and Rotterdam. During your cruise, you will discover the traditional Delftware, famous for its finesse and the quality of its enamelling.
* Price based on double occupancy
Springtime in Holland (port-to-port cruise)
ANTWERP - ROTTERDAM - AMSTERDAM
From Antwerp to Amsterdam, discover the Netherlands, land of the tulips, mills and cheese. Through this cruise and its excursions, we invite you to discover the authentic Holland, with many canals and cities which have been classified as UNESCO World Heritage.
* Price based on double occupancy
