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10 DAYS 9 NIGHTS
THE NETHERLANDS IN BLOOM

MARVEL AT THE NETHERLANDS IN FULL COLOR

Begin and end in the storied city of Amsterdam on a 10-day river voyage that travels deep into the heart of the Netherlands.

Avalon The Netherlands in Bloom map

As tulip season reaches its peak, the Dutch countryside bursts into color with fields of blooms and windmills turning above a patchwork landscape. Cobblestone streets and scenic canals lead through villages rich in history, art, and tradition, while historic harbors and modern engineering marvels showcase the Netherlands’ blend of heritage and innovation.

The journey unfolds aboard the Avalon Panorama—featuring two full decks of Panorama Suites with wall-to-wall windows and 200-square-foot Open-Air Balconies. With beds facing the view, each suite offers front-row comfort to the passing scenery. From charming fishing ports to remarkable waterworks, each day reveals a sensory tapestry of natural beauty and human achievement.

INCLUSIVE AVALON EXCURSIONS

Curate Your Curiosities

Pick how you play with exclusive and included Avalon Choice excursions for the perfect way to play to your preferences, passion, and personal style. 

Engaging Experiences

For those eager to try new things, Avalon presents an inspiring selection of interactive excursions designed to shift you from observer to participant.

Cultural Immersion

Avalon Choice excursions put our cruisers in the pursuit of history, mystery, culture, and cuisine with an unparalleled variety in elevated ways.

Avalon Choice Active Excursions
FOR THE MOVER

Whether you enjoy sightseeing by kayak, on two wheels, or on your own two feet, you’ll relish the energy of Avalon’s Active excursion collection. Biking, hiking, and boating tours pack real get-up-and-go for those who like to do the same.

Avalon Choice Discovery Excursions
FOR THE DOER

An awakening for the senses, Avalon’s Discovery excursions present heartwarming, brain-tingling, hands-on adventure. Pull up a chair to hear a Viennese waltz, roll up your sleeves to paint like Van Gogh, or grab an apron to whip up a local delicacy.

Avalon Choice Classic Excursions
FOR THE DREAMER

Nothing beats the classics! Avalon’s Classic excursions put you at the center of the story with timeless tales on guided tours in iconic cities, capitals, and castles. Skip the lines while your heart skips a beat in the places where history was made.

Avalon Choice Active Excursions
FOR THE MOVER

Whether you enjoy sightseeing by kayak, on two wheels, or on your own two feet, you’ll relish the energy of Avalon’s Active excursion collection. Biking, hiking, and boating tours pack real get-up-and-go for those who like to do the same.

Avalon Choice Discovery Excursions
FOR THE DOER

An awakening for the senses, Avalon’s Discovery excursions present heartwarming, brain-tingling, hands-on adventure. Pull up a chair to hear a Viennese waltz, roll up your sleeves to paint like Van Gogh, or grab an apron to whip up a local delicacy.

Avalon Choice Classic Excursions
FOR THE DREAMER

Nothing beats the classics! Avalon’s Classic excursions put you at the center of the story with timeless tales on guided tours in iconic cities, capitals, and castles. Skip the lines while your heart skips a beat in the places where history was made.

10 DAYS 9 NIGHTS RIVER CRUISE AMSTERDAM TO AMSTERDAM

Welcome to Holland! Your Suite Ship® is Ready for Boarding.

Flights into Amsterdam must arrive by 3:30 pm.

Guests must be on board ship by 5 pm.

Your day in Amsterdam is free to explore at your leisure.

You may choose to join a Guided Optional Excursion to beautiful Zaanse Schans to wander through its wonderful collection of well-preserved, historic windmills and Dutch houses.

Enjoy dinner and explore the ship on your first night on board.

  • Evening cruise to Hoorn.

Maritime Atmosphere and Vibrant Culture.

Active Excursion
Take a Bike Tour with your Avalon Adventure Host to explore this lovely town and discover its typical Dutch atmosphere, OR:

Classic Excursion
Join a fascinating Guided Walking Tour through picturesque Hoorn, a bustling base for the Dutch East India Company during the Golden Age.

  • This afternoon, enjoy leisurely sailing to Enkhuizen..
  • Enkhuizen.

Home and Hearth in a Dutch Harbor Town.

Classic Excursion
Take a Guided Walking Tour to experience the charm and beauty of this historic harbor village.

  • Later, enjoy live entertainment onboard.
  • Overnight docking in Enkhuizen.

Tulips Fields, Flower Farms and the Zuiderzee.

Visit the Adventure Center for today’s activities with your Adventure Host.

Classic Excursion
Take a guided tour of Zuiderzee Museum to discover cultural traditions and maritime history, OR:

Discovery Excursion
Join a Guided Tour of local tulip fields and Dutch flower farms.

  • This afternoon, enjoy a relaxing afternoon of sailing.
  • Afternoon/overnight cruise to Nijmegen.

WWII Valor and Climate Research.

Active Excursion
Explore the beautiful landscape of lush fields and blue water on a bike ride through The Ooijpolder Nature Reserve, OR:

Classic Excursion
Join a Guided Tour of Nijmegen—the oldest town in the Netherlands—first built by the Romans more than 2,000 years ago. See the archaeological Roman-era ruins in the city that was also damaged in WWII.

  • This afternoon, enjoy free time on your own and relax at one of the numerous cafes.
  • Later enjoy live entertainment on board.
  • Evening/overnight cruise to Maastricht

Dutch History, School Spirit, and an Architectural Feast.

Join your Adventure Host for today’s special activities.

Classic Excursion
Discover this vibrant university town with its lovely cathedrals, old houses, and historical buildings, and remarkable cobblestoned town center.

  • Evening/overnight cruise to Antwerp

Cathedrals, Carats and Crêpes.

Active Excursion
Explore Antwerp by bike with your Adventure Host, OR:

Classic Excursion
Take a Guided Tour of this sophisticated city to visit the central Grote Markt, lined with 16th-century guildhall houses. You’ll also see the beautiful city hall and the Cathedral of Our Lady with its stunning altarpiece paintings by Rubens.

  • During free time, you might take time on your own to indulge in Antwerp’s signature Belgian waffles and crêpes—or explore this bike-friendly city from its old wharfs to its legendary diamond district
  • Overnight cruise to Willemstad

Historic Harbor and Dutch Specialties.

Active Excursion
See Willemstad by bike with your Adventure Host, OR:

Classic Excursion
Join a Guided Walking Tour of Willemstad and discover its many beautifully restored buildings from the 17th and 18th Century.

Discovery Excursion
Later, enjoy a Cheese Tasting on board as you prepare to sail to Kinderdijk.

  • KINDERDIJK.

Harnessing the Wind for 300 Years.

Active Excursion
See the windmills of Kinderdijk by bike with your Adventure Host, OR:

Classic Excursion
Join a Guided Tour of Kinderdijk where 19 windmills were built in 1740 as flood prevention and water management. You’ll hear about the windmill’s vital role in the Netherland’s history and why it became a national symbol of Holland.

  • This evening, enjoy a quick sailing to Rotterdam.
  • Overnight docking in Rotterdam

Dutch Treats and Flowers Sweet.

Active Excursion
Enjoy Rotterdam by bike with your Adventure Host—cycling in and around is the best way to explore the city, OR:

Classic Excursion
Join a full- or half-day Guided Tour of breathtaking Keukenhof—known as the “Garden of Europe”—for its 70 acres of lush parkland, lakes, and the world’s largest flower gardens—with more than seven million tulips, daffodils and hyacinths as well as other bulbs, planted each year, OR:

Classic Excursion
Join a Guided Sightseeing Tour of Rotterdam featuring innovative architecture, including the marvelous Erasmus Bridge.

Classic Excursion
As an alternative to the full-day tour, you can join an exciting Guided Walking Tour to discover the city of Gouda, famous for its legendary cheese. Join an expert guide to explore some of the 330 historic buildings and monuments that make up this showcase of medieval architecture.

  • Before dinner, enjoy a cruise through Rotterdam harbor.
  • Evening/overnight cruise to Amsterdam.

Canals of Captivating Amsterdam.

Active Excursion
Start your day joining your Adventure Host on a morning walk in Amsterdam, OR:

Classic Excursion
Explore the iconic waterways of Amsterdam on a Guided Canal Cruise past stately homes of Amsterdam’s “Golden Age.”

  • This afternoon, choose among the Guided Optional Excursions available, or take some free time to explore Amsterdam’s vibrant streets and canal houses, galleries, and shops.
  • Overnight docking in Amsterdam.
  • Your cruise ends with breakfast this morning.

THINGS YOU SHOULD KNOW

Price per person in MYR
(from)
Cabin Type Package Rate
Deluxe Stateroom 23,888
29 APRIL 2027

2027 Sailing Dates
April: 2, 11, 20, 29*

Avalon Panorama Suite

Panorama Suite

Avalon Panorama Deluxe Stateroom

Deluxe Stateroom

Avalon Panorama Dining Room

Dining Room

PACKAGE INCLUSIONS

INCLUDED ON EVERY EUROPEAN SHIP

  • Spacious outside deluxe accommodations, with enhanced soundproofing and Avalon’s exclusive Comfort Collection BedSM for a great night’s sleep. (See deck plans for additional stateroom amenities.)
  • Large private bathroom featuring full shower with glass door, hairdryer and premium L’Occitane® bath products.
  • Breakfast, lunch, and dinner on board daily.
  • Complimentary sparkling wine with breakfast; wine, beer, or soft drinks with lunch and dinner are included daily on board your vessel.
  • Included Happy Hour every evening featuring house beer, wine, cocktails and a drink of the day.
  • A professional Cruise Director who delivers educational commentary as you travel through interesting landscapes, and who assists with requests and additional excursions.
  • An Avalon Adventure Hosts available as your guide for fitness activities and active excursions.
  • Friendly, English-speaking staff who deliver consummate personal service throughout your journey.
  • AVALON CHOICES Enjoy included sightseeing with Certified Local Guides, Guided Optional Excursions and Tours, and ample free time to explore on your own.
  • Explore CLASSIC sights, embark on ACTIVE excursions, and make a new DISCOVERY through hands-on cultural and artistic experiences, shared by local residents and experts.

 

ONBOARD DINING MENUS & VENUES

  • Welcome and farewell cocktails, with sparkling wine and canapés.
  • Daily choices of regional recipes, familiar favourites, and Avalon Fresh® vegetarian and healthy cuisine including fresh, local ingredients at every meal.
  • Daily buffet breakfast with full range of classic hot and cold breakfast items and à la carte daily specials.
  • Daily lunch buffet with a wide choice of items and chef’s pasta and carving stations plus à la carte daily specials and complimentary beer, wine and soft drinks.
  • Choice of alternative fare at the Sky Grill on the Sky Deck (weather permitting) or light lunch in the Panorama Lounge.
  • Enjoy our Panorama Bistro for a casual dinner option with a buffet of select dishes and beverages.
  • Daily afternoon tea, featuring tea, coffee, sweet treats and sandwiches.
  • Daily four-course à la carte dinners in the main Panorama Dining Room with choice of appetizers, soups, salads, entrées, desserts or cheese, after-dinner premium coffees or tea, and complimentary wine (including from the region), beer, and soft drinks.
  • Complimentary room service available for Continental breakfast, lunch, and dinner.
  • Flexining® with flexible seating-times to better accommodate your schedule, and more options for menu items and venues, including our Panorama Dining Room, Panorama Bistro for a casual select buffet, Sky Grill for al fresco favourites, complimentary continental breakfast via room service, and made-to-order picnic lunch boxes for independent on-shore excursions.

PACKAGE EXCLUSIONS

  • Port charges & gratuities
  • Return international air ticket
  • Travel insurance
  • Personal expenses

TERMS & CONDITIONS

  • Prices above are in Ringgit Malaysia (MYR) based per person in a twin-share stateroom.
  • Non-refundable deposit of MYR 1,500 per person upon booking.
  • Full payment is required 120-days before departure. Sailings booked within 120-days before departure requires full payment upon booking.
  • Avalon offers seasonal sales and all prices are dynamic basis. Please speak to our travel consultants to find-out more details and dates on sale.
  • Seasonal sales/discounts subject to availability and may be withdrawn at any time without notice.
  • Other terms and conditions apply.
Cancellation Terms
Cancellation Fees: (% of total price)
Cancellation Notice Receive By Cancellation Charge
Final Payment Date – 30 Days 60% of the cruise fare
29 – 1 Days 90% of the cruise fare
Day of departure or later 100% of the cruise fare

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