See the Dutch tulip fields in full bloom with Adam Frost
THE sight of the Dutch bulb fields bursting into bloom in spring is truly one to behold as the countryside becomes carpeted in bright reds, oranges, pinks and yellows. On this unique five-day cruise you’ll get to see this eyepopping display in the company of landscape designer and Gardeners’ World presenter Adam Frost.
Sailing from the Dutch capital Amsterdam in April 2022 and travelling along Holland’s pretty canals and waterways, you’ll enjoy picturesque views of the fabulous blooms. You will also discover the historic maritime city of Hoorn, beautiful Den Helder, the harbour at Harlingen, and the lively port of Lelystad.
On our cruise you’ll be joined by Adam, who will give a talk about his life and career and answer your horticultural queries in a special question-and-answer session.
Adam will accompany you on an unforgettable visit to the worldfamous Keukenhof Gardens in Lisse, where more than seven million bulbs are planted each year, including a stunning 800 varieties of tulip. He says: ‘Spring is a magical time of year to visit Keukenhof Gardens when the tulip displays are at their most beautiful, and I can’t wait to explore alongside Mail on Sunday readers next year.’
REASONS TO BOOK
Visit Keukenhof Gardens with Adam Frost: The gardens are spread across nearly 80 acres in Lisse and are renowned as among the largest and most beautiful in the world. You’ll enjoy an exclusive visit with Gardeners’ World presenter Adam. As well as thousands of tulips, the gardens feature daffodils and hyacinths amid pretty lakes, trees and pavilions.
Private talk with Adam Frost, and free book:
Adam Frost will give an exclusive talk about his horticultural career and take part in a Q&A session at Keukenhof Gardens, during which you can ask him your own gardening questions. Plus each booking will receive a complimentary copy (one per booking) of Adam Frost’s How To Create Your Garden, which he will be happy to sign for you.
Sail in style: You will sail on Arena’s four-star MS Arena, which has a fitness suite, sun deck, library, lounge bar and restaurant, as well as spacious cabins with floor-to-ceiling panoramic windows and French balconies so you can enjoy river views from the comfort of your room.
Enjoy time in Amsterdam: You’ll have a chance to wander around the Dutch capital’s picturesque centre, stroll along the cobbles or take an optional canal cruise.
Maritime cities: You’ll stop at Hoorn, a former Dutch East India Company base with a charming 17th Century town centre; Den Helder, on the northernmost tip of Holland, with its naval base and lovely nature reserve; and Harlingen, which boasts more than 600 monuments marking its long history of fishing and shipping.
Traditional Dutch specialties: Join an optional excursion to the Medemblik bakery, a quaint twostorey museum where you will be shown how gevulde koek, an almond paste cookie, and speculaas, delicious gingerbread biscuits, are made.