During this cruise, we sail through the scenic landscapes of South and North Holland: impressive polders, beautiful dune areas, and winding waterways. Centuries of history are beautifully preserved in these traditional Dutch towns. Depending on bridge schedules and your preferences, we will sail either via the lakes to Leiden or via Uithoorn to Gouda.
Saturday: Alphen aan den Rijn
Boarding at 4:00 PM. We warmly welcome you with a welcome drink, introduce the crew, and present the trip itinerary. In the evening, you can take a stroll along the Oude Rijn river to the cozy town center of Alphen.
Sunday: Haarlem
We sail across the Kagerplassen lakes and the Ringvaart canal to the Victorian steam pumping station and Cruquius Museum. After a guided tour on the land reclamation of this region, we set sail for beautiful Haarlem. From there, you can cycle through the dunes to the North Sea beach.
Monday: Amsterdam
This morning, we cruise to the capital of the Netherlands. After arriving, you can explore the city at your own pace - for instance, taking a guided city tour or a canal cruise by night.
Tuesday: Lakes Route or Uithoorn
This morning, we sail to the Westeinderplassen. Unwind completely in nature with open views over the water, or visit the charming neighboring town of Uithoorn in the Amstelhoek area.
Wednesday: Leiden or Gouda
Via the scenic lakes route, we cruise to historic Leiden, where you will have time in the evening to walk through Holland's oldest university town. Alternatively, we head via the Reeuwijkse Plassen route to Gouda, the "Little Venice" of Holland - famous for its cheese and stroopwafels. Highlights include the historic city hall and St. John’s Church with its famous stained-glass "Gouda Windows."
Thursday: Polder Cruise
We navigate back toward Alphen aan den Rijn along a scenic route featuring classic Dutch polders, windmills, and picturesque villages.
Friday: Return to Alphen
The journey comes to an end. After breakfast, we say our farewells as you disembark.
