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Classic
Edition 2025
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Cruise on the IJsselmeer, one of Holland's treasures

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MS Lafayette
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FROM$2161
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20252026

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AMSTERDAM - LEMMER - ENKHUIZEN - HOORN - AMSTERDAM

Cruise on one of the largest lakes in the Netherlands in the heart of authentic towns and villages. Between historical monuments and unmissable traditions, discover the beauty of Holland through its canals, the cheese museum, the mills of the seventeenth century, old fishing ports and the village of Giethoorn. The Keukenhof Gardens, true haven of peace, are considered the most beautiful floral gardens in the world.

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CRUISE HIGHLIGHTS

  • Cruise along the most beautiful canals and lakes in Holland
  • EXCURSIONS INCLUDED:
    • Fishermen's huts typical of the Dutch countryside
    • See Amsterdam and its Architecture from the Canals or on a Bike
    • The ancestral know-how of cheese and clog makers in Zaanse Schans
All inclusive on board

THE CROISIEUROPE DIFFERENCE

  • All meals included - DRINKS INCLUDED with meals and at the bar
  • Refined French cuisine - Gala dinner and evening - Welcome cocktail
  • Free Wi-Fi onboard
  • Headsets are included for excursions
  • Official welcome from the captain and crew
  • Onboard activities
  • Travel assistance and repatriation insurance
  • All port fees included

Route

Discover your itinerary day by day
AMSTERDAM or surroundings(2)

Passengers are welcome to board our ship at 6:00 p.m. After comfortably settling into your cabins, we'll introduce our crew at a welcome cocktail before dinner. Free evening.

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D1
AMSTERDAM or surroundings(2) - LEMMER

This morning, join us for the excursions proposed:
CLASSIC: Guided tour of Amsterdam.
DISCOVERY: Bike tour in Amsterdam. You'll be able to explore and learn about all the must-see and out-of-the-way sites.
We'll spend all afternoon sailing towards Lemmer.

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D2
LEMMER - ENKHUIZEN

This morning, join us on an excursion for both packages: Guided tour of Giethoorn, a charming lakeside town, followed by a boat ride on the canals.
We'll cruise on the IJsselmeer, one of the largest inland freshwater lakes in Holland. We'll reach Enkhuizen in the afternoon.
Enjoy time at leisure to discover Enkhuizen on your own. The Zuiderzee Museum will give you a glimpse of everyday life in those former fishing harbors (entrance fee not included).

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D3
ENKHUIZEN - HOORN

We'll spend this morning cruising on the Markermeer towards Hoorn.

This afternoon, join us for the excursions proposed:
CLASSIC: Guided tour of Alkmaar and its Cheese Museum.
DISCOVERY: Bike tour on the polders.

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D4
HOORN - AMSTERDAM or surroundings(2)

We'll spend this morning cruising towards Amsterdam.

This afternoon, join us on an excursion for both packages: Stroll through the Keukenhof Gardens(1)(only on pre-booking before departure). Outside the opening dates of the park, this visit will be replaced by an optional guided tour of Volendam, a port specialized in eel-fishing, and Zaanse Schans.

Tonight's our gala dinner and evening.

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D5
AMSTERDAM or surroundings(2)

Enjoy one last buffet breakfast on board before disembarking at 9:00 a.m. End of our services.

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D6
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  • Child discount (2-9 years) : - 20%

Ships

Several ships available for this cruise

Shore Excursions

No shore excursion on the non listed days
Mandatory information
FormalitiesSome administrative formalities to take into account in order to prepare your trip

For the safety of our passengers, the captain and crew of the boat may decide to modify the navigational itinerary.

(1) Open from March 20th to May 11th, 2025. The opening dates are subject to change by Keukenhof Flower Park.

(2) The Port of Amsterdam may unexpectedly decide to change the mooring places for cruise ships. In case of modification, an alternative will be set up as close as possible to the city of Amsterdam.

Alcohol can be harmful to your health. Please drink in moderation.