Day 1:
(Sat.) Board your overnight flight to Amsterdam.

Day 2:
Arrive in Amsterdam, Holland. (Embarkation) (Sun.) Welcome to Amsterdam! Holland’s capital is sophisticated and modern, with a rich and fascinating history. This delightful 700-year-old city with its elegant and classic architecture, cafés, restaurants, and lively marketplace has a distinct ambiance. The works of famous Dutch masters can be seen in worldrenowned museums such as the Rijksmuseum or the Van Gogh. This afternoon, the crew of your vessel waits to welcome you aboard. (D)

Day 3:
Arnhem–Dordrecht. (Mon.) One of the major tragedies of World War II was the Battle of Arnhem, featured vividly in the AIRBORNE MUSEUM HARTENSTEIN and the inspiration for the movie A Bridge Too Far. Sitting between two branches of the Rhine, charming Dordrecht inspired many painters in the 17th and 18th centuries. Nearby is KINDERDIJK with its picturesque row of windmills. (FB,L,D)

Day 4:
Antwerp, Belgium. (Tue.) Antwerp is Belgium’s secondlargest city and one of the world’s most important ancient seaports. Its superb architecture, the GROTE MARKT with its beautiful city hall, and the Church of Our Lady make this city well worth a visit. An optional excursion to nearby Brussels, Belgium’s capital and home of the European Union, is available. (FB,L,D)

Day 5:
Ghent. (Wed.) In a unique way, Ghent, the “diamond” of Flanders, has managed to preserve its medieval charm and power while keeping up with the times. The city center alone is a showcase of medieval Flemish wealth and commercial success. From here, an optional excursion to fascinating Bruges, with its criss-crossed canals and charming old patrician houses, is available. (FB,L,D)

Day 6:
Middelburg, Holland–Veere–Delta Works. (Thu.) It is certain that Middelburg was originally built as a stronghold to protect the population of Zeeland from the water and enemies. Later, it became a prosperous merchant city with great wealth invested in the construction of important buildings such as the town hall. The eye-catching high tower of the town hall dominates the charming town of Veere, which was once an important wool-trading center. One of the most complex engineering projects, the DELTA WORKS, is located nearby. After the flood of 1953, during which more than 1,800 people drowned in one night, the Delta Plan was born to prevent another disaster of this magnitude. The final defense in the battle against the water is the storm flood barrier, almost six miles long and considered a technical miracle. The project took 30 years to complete. (FB,L,D)

Day 7:
Rotterdam. Excursion to Keukenhof Gardens. (Fri.) Rotterdam is a bustling port city that was leveled by German bombs in WWII. Today, it has a modern, high-tech look and boasts the world’s busiest port. The gardens of KEUKENHOF near Lisse encompass over 70 acres of parkland with lakes, sculpture gardens, greenhouses, and a windmill to explore. Millions of flower bulbs are grown here that present a spectacular display of blooms every year. (FB,L,D)

Day 8:
Amsterdam–Volendam. Excursion to Edam. (Sat.) There is no better way to see Amsterdam than by CANAL BOAT, cruising through the elegant grachten lined with stately homes dating back to Amsterdam’s “Golden Age.” To the north of the city, located on the IJsselmeer, is Volendam, a maze of fishermen’s houses built on poles and a unique open harbor. The small timbered church dates back to 1658. Edam cheese has become famous worldwide, and cheese markets are still held in the town of Edam in the summer months. The old town center, especially the Kwakelsteeg, features lovely characteristic Waterland houses. (FB,L,D)

Day 9:
Amsterdam (Disembarkation) (Sun.) Your homebound flight arrives the same day. (FB)

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Price Details US Port charges: $84 per person. Please call for single accommodation price. Triples not available. Extra nights per person in Amsterdam: in single room $410, in twin room $240 Prices shown above include cruise in Category E in a deluxe outside stateroom on Indigo Deck. To upgrade to a higher category (all staterooms Twin/Double), add per person: Category Decks Price D Indigo Deck 99 B Sapphire Deck 449 A Sapphire Deck 499 P Royal Deck 599 Jr. Suite Royal Deck 1099

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Standard Offers and Specials provided by Globus

Discount for young travelers

Share the pleasure of a Globus vacation with your children and grandchildren and take advantage of a 10-percent discount on the land-only price. For eligibility, children must be under 18 years of age on the departure date and must be accompanied by an adult. On escorted vacations we don’t accept children under eight years old because we have found that they are too young to enjoy these vacations.

Pay less for your second vacation

We charge you vacation price for your first vacation in 2008, but for every additional Globus vacation you take in the same year, you pay US$35 under list. Our vacations are designed and scheduled so you can combine them almost any way you want. It’s fun to play the add-a-vacation game yourself or talk to your travel agent.

Triple room reduction

On most Globus vacations you receive a reduction when three people travel together and share the same accommodations. Triple room reductions, when available, are listed on the itinerary pages. A word of caution: Triple rooms usually are no larger than twin rooms and the third bed, if there is one, is often a rollaway put in a twin-bedded room.

Avoid the single room supplement

We do not take reservations on a “share” basis because we have found that strangers rarely enjoy sharing a room for the duration of their vacation. Avoid the single room supplement by traveling with a friend. It’s less expensive and much more fun!

Do you have a large party of friends or family that wants to travel?

Right now when you book between 5 and 7 people before December 31, 2008, each passenger will save $75.* For example, book 5 passengers and receive a $375 discount, 6 passengers equals a $450 discount and 7 passengers will receive a $525 discount. With an offer like this, the world’s greatest destinations are now closer than ever!

*Book a 2009 Globus vacation for five, six or seven travelers to receive the $75 off per person offer. Booking must be made, under deposit, and discount applied between Jun 4 and Dec 31, 2008 for travel through December 31, 2009. Individuals must be traveling together from the same origination point to receive the discount. Not valid with any other offer and applies to new 2009 bookings only. Offer reliant on space availability. Full cancellation penalties will apply. Additional restrictions may apply.