Windmills, Tulips & Belgian Delights with London

2021 Departure Date: April 15

FREE AIRFARE

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12 DAY RIVER CRUISE HOLIDAY Including three nights in London, England

Windmills, Tulips & Belgian Delights with London12 Days • 24 Meals There’s no better way to enjoy Europe in the springtime than with an itinerary that combines an unforgettable visit to London with the very best that the Netherlands and Belgium have to offer. Take in iconic sights of London and the stunning beauty of Keukenhof Gardens in Amsterdam. From sleepy towns like Edam and Volendam, to thriving modern centers like Rotterdam; from famous windmills and canals to timeless bridges and unique architectural styles, it all awaits your discovery.

HOTEL AND CRUISE ACCOMMODATIONS Days Two through Four – The May Fair Hotel or similar,

London, England

Days Five through Eleven - Aboard a Scenic Space-Ship

EXCEPTIONAL INCLUSIONS E 24 meals: 10 breakfasts, 6 lunches and 8 dinners E Airport transfers on tour dates when air is provided by Mayflower Cruises & Tours E 3 night hotel stay and touring in London, England before cruising E Ticket aboard the high-speed, EuroStar train from London to Amsterdam E 5-star Scenic Space-Ship featuring Scenic Sun Lounges E Exclusive Scenic Enrich experience E Your choice of Scenic Freechoice activities E Up to five onboard dining options, from casual to fine dining E Complimentary beverages all day, every day while onboard the Scenic vessel E Butler service for all guests onboard the ship E Exclusive “Scenic Tailormade” available throughout your cruise E Complimentary use of our e-bikes – electronically assisted bicycles E Cruise Director to guide and assist E Expert local guides E Complimentary Wi-Fi E All tipping and gratuities

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DAY 1 – Depart the USA Depart the USA on your overnight flight to London, England. DAY 2 – London Welcome to England. Upon arrival in London you will be met by a representative of Mayflower Cruises & Tours and transferred to your hotel. The remainder of the day is yours to become acquainted with your surroundings and explore “merry ole England.” DAY 3 – London Take in the sights of unforgettable London on a guided tour. You’ll see highlights like Trafalgar Square, Buckingham Palace, Big Ben and Kensington Gardens, the former private gardens of Kensington Palace, followed by a visit to historic Westminster Abbey. Tonight, enjoy a delicious dinner of hearty English fare with your fellow travelers. Meals: B, D

DAY 4 – London The day is yours to explore magnificent London at your leisure. Perhaps you will journey to Tower Bridge, witness the changing of the guard, soak in the atmosphere of Piccadilly Circus or simply stroll through the London neighborhoods and relax in a cozy pub. Your tour director is on hand to help you plan your day. Meal: B DAY 5 – London to Amsterdam Begin your journey to the Netherlands. Board the high-speed Eurostar train from London to Amsterdam and embark your Scenic Space-Ship, home for the next seven nights. Enjoy time to explore your new accommodations and this evening, raise your glass to commemorate the occasion during the welcome reception. Meals: B, D DAY 6 – Rotterdam Join a knowledgeable local for a guided tour of Rotterdam. A dynamic, international city with a bold and passionately beating heart, Rotterdam is known as the architectural capital of the Netherlands. See such sights as the Erasmus Bridge and the Beeldenroute Westersingel, displaying various works of art by renowned local artists. Or, you could choose to explore beautiful Delft before dropping into a pottery factory and museum to discover

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more about the world-famous Delft Blue Pottery. Alternatively, discover picturesque Kinderdijk, famous for its historic windmills. You can also opt to explore Gouda, a town synonymous with cheese. Visit its local cheese market, which dates back centuries! Meals: B, L, D DAY 7 – Veere Visit the Delta works, including the famous Storm Surge Barrier, an incredible feat of modern engineering, purposely built to protect the flooding Delta Plain. Alternatively, you can choose to explore the charming village of Veere, located on a series of regional dykes, with a history that extends all the way back to the 15th century. Or, for something more active, embark on an enjoyable guided cycling tour of Veere and its surroundings. Discover the town square with its impressive Town Hall, cycle past the town’s beautiful harbor, and see the picturesque windmill located on the outskirts. As another option, choose to visit an oyster farm for a tour and tasting. Meals: B, L, D DAY 8 – Antwerp Let a local expert guide you through Ghent, one of Belgium’s most historic cities with its many medieval buildings and charming canals or walk the cobbled streets of Bruges on a guided tour of this fairytale city. Alternatively, explore Antwerp, Belgium’s second city, renowned as the diamond capital of the world and located on the banks of the Scheldt River. Or, choose to learn about the life of famous Flemish painter Peter Paul Rubens during a guided tour in Antwerp. Visit his former residence and the cathedral that is now home to some of his most important work. Meals: B, L, D DAY 9 – Arnhem Explore the Arnhem Airborne Museum and learn about the Battle of Arnhem that took place in September 1944. Alternatively, visit the Netherlands Open Air Museum and discover historic houses, farms and windmills. Or, if you’re feeling more active, join a cycling tour and pedal through the pretty surroundings. Meals: B, L, D

DAY 10 – Hoorn Travel from Hoorn to the sleepy fishing village of Volendam, with its unusual raised homes and its quaint wooden church. Then continue to Edam, famous for its round cheese. You’ll simply love this village

and its beautiful squares, old-style bridges and cheese warehouses. Or, discover Hoorn with a local guide and immerse yourself in the local life with tastings of fine cheese and delicious seafood. Alternatively, for a different perspective you can choose to explore Hoorn by bike, a great village for cycling. A special experience awaits when you meet the hospitable locals of this quiet pocket of northeastern Holland. Enjoy friendly conversation and a sumptuous local dinner with entertainment to celebrate your time in this charming region. Meals: B, L, D

DAY 11 – Amsterdam Visit Keukenhof Gardens, complete with over seven million flowering bulbs, and discover why it is called ‘The Garden of Europe’. Keukenhof has delighted visitors for more than 70 years and you are sure to be impressed. Meals: B, L, D

DAY 12 – Amsterdam / USA Depart Amsterdam after breakfast for your homebound flight, leaving with memories of your life enriching experiences in London, the Netherlands and Belgium. Meal: B

Itinerary is subject to change.

Antwerp, Belgium – the diamond capital of the world The dynamic city of Rotterdam

Flowers and fragances fill Keukenhof Gardens

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Seven nights accommodations aboard a

Scenic Space-Ship Built: 2015 Suites: 85 Length: 443 ft. Crew: 53 Passengers: 169

Riverview Terrace Wheelhouse Sun Deck Walking Track Panorama Deck Portobellos Restaurant River Cafe Lounge & Bar Gift Shop Reception Elevator

Crystal Dining Table La Rive Galley Massage Hairdresser Fitness Centre Vitality Pool

Royal Balcony Suite 360ft2

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Royal Panorama Suite 475ft2

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Junior Suite 250ft2

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Deluxe Balcony Suite 225ft2

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Travelers Protection Plan (TPP) for River Cruises This nonrefundable fee will provide a refund to you during the instance that you have to cancel your trip. The cancellation has to be for a covered reason (see Plan for details on coverage) and we have to be notified at least one day prior to de-parture. If you must leave the tour early due to personal illness or the illness or death of an immediate family member, TPP will provide a refund for any unused services after the departure of the tour. Other benefits include medical expenses for illness and injury, emergency transportation, 24 hour hot line and lost or stolen baggage assistance. Return air trans-portation is included ONLY if your air tickets are purchased through Mayflower Cruises & Tours. Please review the Plan for details on coverage. Cancellation Charges Without Traveler’s Protection Plan (TPP) • 91 days or more . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Deposit Amount • 90 days to day of departure . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 100% of the total tour • No refund on unused portions of the tour

Plan and benefits offered and administered by Trip Mate, Inc.

Free airfare from major U.S. cities when booked by May 31, 2020. Call for schedules from your city to London, England, returning from Amsterdam, the Netherlands.

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Above prices are per person, twin. Call for single rates.

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