Experience Holland Like a Local—With Luxurious AmaWaterways
Join Ilja Chapman, owner of Voyage Blue Travel and a native of the Netherlands, as your personal host aboard the stunning AmaSiena on this exclusive sailing!
This Tulip Time Cruise is more than just a vacation—it’s a beautifully curated cultural journey through Holland’s iconic tulip fields, enriched by Ilja’s personal insight and local expertise.
AmaWaterways Tulip Time Cruise
April 18-25 2027
During the magical Tulip Time season, Ilja will take you beyond the guidebooks—sharing her favorite hidden cafés, off-the-beaten-path museums, and cherished local traditions.
✨ Travel like a local—not a tourist—with Ilja’s personal touch guiding every step of the journey.
Embark on an Authentic Dutch Adventure with a Local!
235 sq. ft,
Category AA
Amasiena staterooms
French & Outside Balcony
155 sq. ft,
Category CB
*Prices are subject to change based on availability.
French Balcony
210 sq. ft,
Category BA
French & Outside Balcony
Prices are per person and based on double occupancy
Prices are per person and based on double occupancy
Prices are per person and based on double occupancy
*Prices are subject to change based on availability.
All meals, wine & beer during meals, daily shore excursions, use of bikes, wellness program, Wifi, & entertainment
Exclusive access to Ilja as your local host during your cruise.
What is not included
Airfare, airport transfers, travel insurance, other beverage, private tours, Pre- or post-cruise hotel stay
NOTES:
$500 Per Person Deposit Due at time of booking
Final pay January 8, 2027
2-night or 3- night Pre-cruise Amsterdam available at $1060 per person hosted by agency owner Ilja Chapman
Dates, prices & itineraries are subject to change.
Single supplement available upon request. Please call for pricing details.
Please select bedding configuration at the time of booking.
Option A: Two twin beds Option B: One large bed (larger than queen size).
- 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
- Wellness Activities with a dedicated Wellness Host leading various exercise classes
- Personalized service from a highly trained Cruise Manager during both cruise and land programs
- 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
- 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
- April 9 - Fly to Amsterdam
- April 10- Pre- tour
- April 11- Pre-tour
- April 18- Amsterdam- EMBARKATION
- April 19- Bruinisse, Netherlands
- April 20- Ghent/Bruges, Belgium
- April 21- Antwerp, Belgium
- April 22- Nijmegen, Netherlands
- April 23- Dordrecht, Netherlands
- April 24- Amsterdam, Netherlands
- April 25- Amsterdam- Disembark
- 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, snacks and refreshments served daily in the Main Lounge
"Traveling with Ilja to the Netherlands was just great. Ilja added "local" flavor to our experience. There are so many tourists there at tulip time and we felt like a small group with a much more local experience.
I would do it again."
- Tulip time cruiser
"Traveling with a local is a must do! Ilja is enthusiastic, personable and professional. We had so much fun!! The seven days were packed full of just the right amount of activities! The tulips were unforgettable! The Magnifique III Boat was beyond our expectations. Seeing the area by bike was glorious!!
Looking forward to more trips with Ilja!!!"I would do it again."
- Tulip time Boat and Bike cruiser
"Valerie contributed in many ways to the success of our tour. She provided a firm scholarly footing, but helped us all in many ways. She was exceptionally approachable and helpful and fun. "
- Smithsonian Travelers- Highlights of Italy
"Valerie's knowledge about the subjects of her presentations, her enthusiasm, her sense of humor all made her presentations outstanding - informative and fun. She made herself available to answer questions outside of her presentations as well."
- Smithsonian Travelers -Village Stay in Southeast Italy - Apulia
"Absolutely outstanding! She was exceptional in her knowledge and delivery! She went above and beyond to make this a great trip!"
- Smithsonian Traveler, Highlights of Italy
All rates are per person for cruise only, based on double occupancy in an entry level category stateroom unless stated otherwise. Offer is valid on select sailings only and applicable to new bookings only. Unless explicitly stated that single supplement is waived, solo travelers in a double occupancy stateroom must pay an additional single supplement amount before receiving any discounts. Ask about Solo Traveler promotions. Offer is not combinable with any other promotions/discounts, limited to availability, capacity controlled and subject to change or termination without notice. Port charges, land programs and round-trip airfare are not included in cruise price. Other restrictions apply. Registration as a seller of travel does not constitute approval by the State of California. CST#2065452-20.
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