Take in the sights from the water as you sail from Cologne, visiting three of Holland's vibrant cities.
Spring is the perfect season to visit, as the country's flower fields burst into kaleidoscopic colour.
You'll be joined for the duration of your cruise by award-winning gardener and presenter Adam Frost, who'll give an exclusive talk and a Q&A, and will join you on a trip to Keukenhof Gardens. Here, you'll witness an incredible seven million flowers covering 80 colourful acres.
Explore vibrant Amsterdam, with its canals, art museums, and stylish nightlife; Rotterdam, where you'll see the old harbour contrasting with modern architecture; and charming Utrecht, with its mix of historical landmarks and cultural attractions.
Sail on board A-ROSA Sena, with all your meals included and soak in brilliant views from the ship's panoramic windows. With a day of scenic cruising before returning to Cologne, why not unwind in the spa or make the most of the rest of the facilities.
Adam Frost has designed gardens worldwide and won seven gold medals at the Chelsea Flower Show. Adam is a popular presenter on Gardeners' World, an RHS Ambassador for Education and an author of four gardening books.
Fly from London Heathrow or Manchester to Dusseldorf. Upon arrival, transfer to Cologne port and embark A-ROSA Sena for your five-night Northern Rhine river cruise.
Rotterdam is full of contemporary architecture, and home to the famous cube houses with their Kijk-Kubus (show cube), as well as the Witte Huis (the White House), the first skyscraper in Europe.
You'll have plenty of time to explore Rotterdam and the vibrant waterfront area at the Old Harbour is a thriving hub of activity. Enjoy a late afternoon or evening drink and settle into the laidback Dutch lifestyle.
Amsterdam is a lively city, full of treasures. Explore the centre of the city, Dam Square, with its copious museums including the Rijksmuseum and Van Gogh Museum, or visit Anne Frank's House. You'll soon lose yourself in the city's pretty streets and canals - with the iconic 'wonky' houses lining the banks.
Join Adam Frost for an excursion to Keukenhof Gardens. Known as 'the Garden of Europe', the floral wonders span nearly 80 acres. Wandering among this kaleidoscopic tapestry set in a landscape of lakes, trees, pavilions and water features is truly magical. Adam will offer his expert insights throughout the visit, also giving an exclusive talk.
Utrecht is a delightful city criss-crossed with canals. You could choose to book a canal cruise (not included). Alternatively, meander the streets of the medieval old town; climb the 14th century bell tower and admire the city views, or visit the Gothic Cathedral of St. Martin located on Domplein square.
With a day of scenic cruising, why not relax out on the sun deck or make the most of your river ship's facilities. The tranquil Spa-Rosa is the perfect place to visit with a calm space dedicated to unwinding, a fantastic sauna, and treatment rooms if you fancy a pamper. Sit in the welcoming lounge with a drink and let the views unfold as you glide down the river past towns, villages and rolling hills blanketed in vines and forests.
Disembark and transfer to Dusseldorf airport for your return flight to London Heathrow or Manchester.
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