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Destinations
Short Escapes, Cruises, Solo
Duration
6 Nights
Price
From $8,290
Ship
A&K Panache
Lovely Panache cruises past the quaint canalside towns of Alsace. Visit Strasbourg’s Gothic cathedral, stroll the charming Petit France district, drive the scenic Route des Vins d’Alsace and admire Chagall’s stained glass at a 13th-century chapel.
Operated by Abercrombie & Kent aboard A&K Panache.
Unwind in the salon with some TV or music on the stereo system
The sun deck is partially covered for open-air dining and features a spa tub
Bicycles are on hand for a relaxing ride along the towpath
Sleeps 12 in six queen/twin cabins, each outward facing with en suite bathroom
A crew of six ensures your comfort on board
Fabulous cuisine is provided by the barge's own Master Chef from sumptuous breakfast to a delicious buffet or picnic ending in a four or five course dinner each evening
You are met in Amsterdam and transferred to the barge, moored in Alkmaar, where a welcome reception awaits followed by dinner on board.
In the town of Alkmaar today, visit the Dutch Cheese Museum. After lunch on board the barge, visit Zaanse Schans. This recreation of life in the 17th and 18th centuries features authentic houses, a working windmill, historic shipyard and pewter factory.
Cruise to the historic city of Haarlem for a visit to Keukenhof Gardens, Holland's premier springtime attraction. From late March to early May, an ever-changing display of lovely flowers is showcased here. Dinner this evening is ashore at a local restaurant.
In Haarlem today, visit the Frans Hals Museum with its impressive collection of 17th-century paintings. Later, cruise to the quiet town of Oude Wetering.
Cruise to the old university town of Leiden this morning. Also the birthplace of Rembrandt, Leiden is full of charm with pretty tree-lined canals. On your guided tour, visit St. Pieterskerk where the Pilgrims gathered to pray before departing for America.
After a morning cruise to Delft, visit the tableware factory to learn how the world-famous porcelain is produced. There is time to wander the cobbled streets and pedestrian bridges of the town before a gala farewell dinner aboard the barge this evening.
After breakfast on board, return to Amsterdam.
From $8,290
per guest · 6 nights
Prices are a guide and vary with season, cabin category and party size. Your advisor will confirm the exact cost before anything is booked.
The graceful canal barge Panache accommodates 12 guests among six en suite cabins. Stretching 129 feet in length, the vessel affords ample room to relax with a salon, sun decks and spa tub. Guests enjoy fine regional food and wine while taking in the stunning scenery as it drifts by, pausing every so often for local shore excursions on foot or bicycle.
Cabin
oceanview · sleeps 2
