There is no better time to visit Holland than when the tulips are in full bloom. The fields of western Holland
explode in a riot of colourful displays that you will not see anywhere else. We include a full day at the
Keukenhof Flower Show where the magnificent Bloemencorso flower parade is taking place. We also enjoy a
variety of excursions to explore the beautifully historic and sometimes unconventional Netherlands.
The four-star Fletcher Hotel-Restaurant De Korenbeurs is situated in the village of Made just a short
distance from Biesbosch National Park. Rooms are modern, comfortable and public areas are spacious and
welcoming. For more information: www.korenbeurs.nl/en/
Thursday
We make an early start and travel from Cornwall to Dover where we board the ferry for Calais. On arrival in France
we travel to the Belgian border where we have an overnight stop at the Aparthotel Alize Mouscron.
Friday
After breakfast we make our way to the Belgian city of Ghent. The mesmerising city centre is a pedestrian area that
is like a museum to early Flemish architecture and its canals add a beautiful dimension. After lunch we make our
way to Made and settle into the Fletcher Hotel.
Saturday
Today we have a full day visit to Keukenhof. For over fifty years the Ornamental Flower Industries have honed their
skills in producing the finest displays of floral art and each year has a different theme to wow the thousands of
visitors that attend this monumental event. During the day the wonderful Bloemencorso flower parade will pass
the main road past Keukenhoff. See the colourful floats and richly decorated vehicles accompanied by joyful
music, impressive floral designs and an atmosphere that awakens the senses.
Sunday Our excursion this morning takes us to ‘s-Hertogenbosch, one of the oldest medieval cities in the
Netherlands. The maze of narrow medieval streets and alleyways is easily explored on foot. In the afternoon we
visit the moving Kamp Vught, the only SS concentration camp outside Nazi Germany during the Second World
War. We learn stories of sadness, strength, prisoners and SS commanders.Monday
The Kinderdijk UNESCO World Heritage site will be our first stop today. Here we have the opportunity to admire
the beautiful windmills up close and experience this unique piece of the Netherlands while cruising along the
winding paths and picturesque waterways. There will be time to enjoy the pumping station and unique museum
mills. In the afternoon we visit the pearl of Brabant, Breda.
Tuesday
Leaving our hotel we make our journey via Calais and Dover, back to Cornwall arriving home during the evening.
TOUR COST INCLUDES:
Premier Class coach travel
Return ferry crossings
Financial failure insurance
5 Nights dinner, bed & breakfast
Excursions as detailed
Admission to Keukenhof Gardens
Admission to Kamp Vught
Admission to Kinderdijk museums & cruise
Local city tax
Free parking at depot
Pick up points at selected central locations
PLEASE NOTE:
Single rooms available at a supplement of £252 per person.
All singles are twin/double for sole use
Fixed starter and dessert at main hotel
PASSPORTS ARE REQUIRED FOR THIS TOUR
ETIAS (European Travel Info & Authorisation System) is likely to be a travel requirement by 2026
Full payment will be required on booking as balance now due.
TO BOOK: CONTACT cavent@cornwallwi.org.uk
Contact reception@cornwallwi.org.uk with any enquiries.
