Jennifer Morton

Yellow Bug Travels

Tulip Time 2026

Mar 27, 2026 to Apr 3, 2026
7 night cruise with Amsterdam and Lake Como Extensions

 
 
Tulip Time
March 27, 2026
AmaSerena
Optional Land Extensions in
2 nights Amsterdam pre cruise
 
 

Round trip Amsterdam

Celebrate spring in the Netherlands and Belgium when the Keukenhof Gardens and Floralia come alive. Experience the whimsical Kinderdijk windmills. Discover the timeless traditions of Delft porcelain and revel in the medieval architectural treasures of Bruges or Ghent. Throughout your journey indulge in Belgian chocolates, warm waffles and delicious cheeses—all while savoring the storybook atmosphere of the region.
 

What's included in this trip:

SPACIOUS STATEROOMS

  • 7 nights luxury accommodation in an outside stateroom (most with twin balconies)
  • Entertainment-On-Demand in all staterooms featuring free high-speed internet access, movies, a music library and English language TV stations
  • Mini-fridge, desk and sitting area
  • Bottled water replenished daily

AN ARRAY OF AMENITIES

  • Wellness Activities with a dedicated Wellness Host leading various exercise classes as well as discussions on healthy eating and relaxation techniques, both on board and on shore.
  • Personalized service from a highly trained Cruise Manager during both cruise and land packages
  • Internet and Wi-Fi access
  • Sun Deck pool with swim-up bar and walking track
  • Fitness room, massage services and hair salon
  • Main Lounge with panoramic views and bar
  • Daily entertainment including cultural performances

AWARD-WINNING DINING

  • All onboard dining in a variety of venues
  • Regionally inspired cuisine made with locally sourced ingredients
  • The Chef’s Table specialty restaurant
  • Welcome Cocktail, Welcome Dinner, La Chaîne des Rôtisseurs Dinner, Captain's Cocktail and Gala Dinner
  • La Chaîne des Rôtisseurs exclusive dining experience
  • Unlimited fine wine, beer and soft drinks with lunch and dinner
  • Unlimited sparkling wine and fresh juice with breakfast
  • Sip & Sail Cocktail Hour with complimentary wine, beer, spirits and soft drinks
  • Tapas, sandwiches, snacks and refreshments served daily in the Main Lounge

A WORLD OF EXPLORATION

           Immersive tours in every destination
           Gentle, regular, active and late-riser tour options
           Bike tours and hikes
           Special interest tours
           Knowledgeable guides
           Personal headset for easy exploration
          Airport transfers with purchase of air from AmaWaterways
 

 

What's not included:

Airfare 
Read about Amawaterways reduced air, AirpLus
 
Travel Insurance 
Allow me to quote you an Allianz insurance policy for your vacation
 
Gratuities
Generally your gratuities will be between $310-$360 for a 7 night European cruise
 

 

Itinerary:

Day 1

AMSTERDAM – EMBARKATION
Embark your ship in Amsterdam for your 7-night cruise.

 
 

Day 2

AMSTERDAM – KAMPEN
Enjoy a scenic cruise through the IJsselmeer to Kampen. Venture to the charming, canal-laden village of Giethoorn, nicknamed the “Dutch Venice.” Capture wonderful photos of the picturesque thatched-roof farmhouses, which are seemingly lifted straight from the pages of a fairytale. In the afternoon, go for a guided bike ride through the Dutch countryside or visit Flevoland's vibrant tulip fields. 

 

Day 3

BRUINISSE
After enjoying a scenic cruise through the Delta, join a guided tour to the medieval harbor town of Zierikzee, brimming with delights, from its 16th-century stone-built Gravesteen to its lovely harborside shops and cafes. This excursion includes a photo stop at the Oosterschelde Kering, the largest storm surge barrier of the Delta Works. Alternatively, focus your tour on the history of the Delta Works at Neeltje Jans, one of the world's most impressive storm surge barriers. More than half of the Netherlands lies below sea level and the Delta Works were built to prevent a recurrence of the 1953 flood disaster. Prefer discovering Bruinisse on two wheels? Join our guide for an exhilarating bike tour. 

 

Day 4

GHENT – BRUGES, BELGIUM
Admire Ghent’s canal-side architecture and some of its famous sights, including the Castle of the Counts and St. Bavo’s Cathedral and its Adoration of the Mystic Lamb. Those with a sweet tooth can visit a chocolate maker's shop. After being greeted with a glass of champagne, a master chocolatier will brief you on the history of chocolate. You will also have the opportunity to taste different types of pralines - and try your hand at making your own. Alternatively, take a full-day tour of Bruges, one of the best-preserved medieval cities in Europe and a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Stroll through Grote Markt and Burg Square, visit the centuries-old Church of Our Lady with its prominent spire, and, if you choose, sample some of the local specialties, from Belgian fries to waffles to chocolate, before returning to the ship. 

 

Day 5

ANTWERP
Explore this trendy city on a walking tour where you’ll see Antwerp’s Steen Castle, Grote Market and Brabo Fountain, along with the UNESCO-designated Cathedral of Our Lady. For a more active exploration of the area, join a guided bike tour. Later in the afternoon, you have a choice of two excursions. Foodies will want to go on a culinary tour to indulge in chocolate, waffles and beer. Flower lovers and gardeners can roam through the Floralia, an annual spring flower show featuring approximately one million bulbs that are hand-planted each year by the castle staff.

 

Day 6

ROTTERDAM, THE NETHERLANDS – KINDERDIJK
During the morning, you can go on a walking tour of Rotterdam, nicknamed the "Gateway to Europe,” and taste local specialties. Alternatively, go on an excursion to Delft, known as the home of the painter Johannes Vermeer, Delft Blue earthenware and the Royal House. While here, you’ll visit the Royal Delft Porcelain Factory and Museum. If you prefer a more active adventure, then go on a bike ride through Rotterdam and past some of its famous landmarks and architecture. In the afternoon, venture to the UNESCO World Heritage Site of Kinderdijk, a lovely village renowned for having the country’s greatest concentration of windmills, all dating from the 18th century. Visit a private windmill via electric boat. You may also pedal past the windmills from the seat of a bike. Or, if you wish to explore the history of US immigration, join us on an excursion that visits Delfshaven, where, on August 1, 1620, the Pilgrim fathers departed on their epic journey aboard the Speedwell, plus tour the FENIX Museum of Migration, a former harbor warehouse currently being transformed into this unique educational experience. 

 

Day 7

AMSTERDAM
Enjoy a morning of scenic cruising before venturing out in the afternoon on a smaller boat specially designed to glide beneath the many bridges of Amsterdam. Admire the city’s historic harbor and canals, where you’ll see beautiful homes lining the water and the fabled Skinny Bridge. Alternatively, marvel at one of the most impressive public gardens in the world, Keukenhof**, which presents a spectacular display of millions of flowering tulips spread out over 70 acres. Spend time ambling through this legendary garden, open only nine weeks a year and sometimes referred to as the "Garden of Europe."



 

Day 8

DISEMBARKATION – DEPART AMSTERDAM
Disembark the ship and prepare for your flight home.  
 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Please read important cancellation policy link (click)

 
NOTE: 
I have Future Cruise Benefits available first come, first serve.  ASK ME!
 
By applying these, you will receive a 50% discount on your deposit ($200 pp rather than $400 pp).  You will also receive an additional 5% off of your cruise fare. 
Prices below do not include any promotions or discounts, they do include port charges. 
 

Available Packages

Category E cabin
Available until December 26, 2025

$3,499.00
Deposit: $400.00 per person

Piano Deck Fixed Windows, 160 sq. ft.
 
 
 
 
 
 

Category D cabin
Available until December 26, 2025

$3,798.00
Deposit: $400.00 per person

Piano Deck Fixed Windows, 160 sq. ft.
 
 

Category C cabin
Available until December 26, 2025

$4,998.00
Deposit: $400.00 per person

Violin & Cello DeckFrench Balcony, 170 sq. ft.
 
 

BB Cabin
Available until December 26, 2025

$5,598.00
Deposit: $400.00 per person

Cello Deck French Balcony & Outside Balcony, 210 sq. ft.
 
 
 
 

Category BA cabin
Available until December 26, 2025

$5,798.00
Deposit: $400.00 per person

Violin Deck French Balcony & Outside Balcony, 210 sq. ft.
 

Category AB cabin
Available until December 26, 2025

$5,998.00
Deposit: $400.00 per person

Cello Deck French Balcony & Outside Balcony, 235 sq. ft.
 
 
 
 

Category AA cabin
Available until December 26, 2025

$6,198.00
Deposit: $400.00 per person

Violin Deck French Balcony & Outside Balcony, 235 sq. ft
 

Category SS cabin
Available until December 26, 2025

$7,498.00
Deposit: $400.00 per person

Suite Violin Deck French Balcony & Outside Balcony, 300 sq. ft.
 

Extra Options

Optional Land Extension
Available until July 29, 2026

$950.00

2 nights Amsterdam pre cruise

Included:

Stays at world-class 4- and 5-star hotels conveniently located near the major sites

Daily breakfast at the hotel

Convenient transfers and portage service between your hotel and river cruise ship

The services of one of our extraordinary Cruise Managers throughout your journey

Enriching city tours and excursions led by knowledgeable local guides

Price is per person

 

 
 

AirPlus
Unavailable as of April 30, 2025

$999.00
Deposit: $350.00

Economy Class Air 

AirPlus
Unavailable as of April 30, 2025

$2,299.00
Deposit: $350.00

Premium Economy Class Air

AirPlus
Unavailable as of April 30, 2025

$4,299.00
Deposit: $500.00

Business Class Air

Allianz Travel Insurance
Unavailable as of December 26, 2024

$0.00

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Trip Cancellation | Up to 100% of insured trip cost Reimburses your prepaid, non-refundable trip expenses if you must cancel your trip due to a covered reason. Maximum purchasable coverage:
 
$100,000. Trip Change Protector | $500 Reimburses fees or extra expenses from a carrier or supplier if you must cancel or change your airline, rail, cruise, or tour itinerary for a covered reason. Trip Interruption | Up to 150% of insured trip cost Reimburses the unused, non-refundable portion of your trip expenses and the additional transportation costs required to continue your trip or return home if you need to interrupt your trip for a covered reason. Maximum purchasable coverage:
 
$150,000. Travel Delay | $1,000 If your trip is delayed for five or more hours due to a covered reason, this benefit reimburses up to $200 per person, per day for incidental or lost prepaid expenses. If this benefit is used to rejoin your cruise/tour, the daily limit does not apply. SmartBenefit: Proactive payments of $100 per day may be issued for covered delays on monitored flights.∆ No receipts required for non-monitored flights to qualify for a $100 payment per day—just proof of covered delay. Emergency Medical and Dental |
 
$50,000 This primary benefit provides reimbursement for expenses incurred during your trip due to covered medical and dental emergencies. No deductible. $750 maximum for emergency dental care. Emergency Transportation |
 
$500,000 Provides benefits for the cost of medically necessary transportation to the nearest appropriate facility and can also provide benefits for the cost of your transportation back home following a covered illness or injury. Baggage Loss/Damage |
 
$1,000 Benefits for the loss, damage, or theft of baggage and personal effects. $500 maximum for high-value items. Baggage Delay |
 
$300 Reimburses the reasonable additional purchase of essential items during your trip if your baggage is delayed or misdirected by a travel supplier for six hours or more.