Your itinerary
Day 1
Day 1: London to Amsterdam
Depart London and see the White Cliffs of Dover before taking the ferry to Calais. Travel through Belgium to Amsterdam. Dinner is included, followed by time to explore the festive streets or take an optional canal cruise.
Meals: Dinner
Day 2
Day 2: Amsterdam
Visit a local clog and cheesemaker in the countryside for a demonstration and cheese tasting. Enjoy a Dutch Christmas feast in Edam, then return to Amsterdam for free time.
Meals: Breakfast,Lunch
Day 3
Day 3: Amsterdam
Spend a free day in Amsterdam. Suggested activities include visiting the Rijksmuseum, the Heineken Experience or the STRAAT museum, and strolling along the waterways to admire the Neo-Gothic architecture.
Meals: Breakfast
Day 4
Day 4: Amsterdam to London
Travel from Amsterdam back to London via Calais and Dover. Say goodbye to the group.
Meals: Breakfast
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Dining Summary
- 1 Dinner (D)
- 3 Breakfast (B)
- 1 Lunch (L)
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Included Experience
- Amsterdam: Time to eat like it’s Christmas in the Netherlands! (Spoiler alert: after this, you won’t want to spend Christmas any other way.)
- Edam: Love cheese? Love clogs? Love learning too? Today is your lucky day. We’ll visit a local farm where both cheese and clogs are made, and we’ll get a demonstration of both. You’ll also get to sample lots of cheese (and an aperitif too if you like).
Dutch Christmas Feast in Historic Edam
Celebrate a Dutch Christmas feast in the storybook town of Edam, where a warm, candlelit setting frames platters of seasonal Dutch specialties alongside the region’s beloved cheeses. Share toasts with your group as you savor comforting winter flavors near brick-gabled lanes and quiet canals.
Embrace the Dutch idea of gezelligheid—cozy togetherness—while learning how holiday treats and hearty dishes reflect centuries of maritime spice routes and dairy craftsmanship. This hosted meal is included, showcasing real North Holland festivity rather than a generic hotel dinner.
Amsterdam Evening Canal Cruise (Festive Lights)
Join an optional canal cruise to glide through Amsterdam’s UNESCO-listed Canal Ring as arches of illuminated bridges shimmer on dark water and Golden Age gabled houses line the banks. From the glass-topped boat, enjoy tranquil views of narrow quays, clock towers, and mirror-calm reflections.
Hear tales of 17th-century city planning and trade shaping the Herengracht, Keizersgracht, and Prinsengracht, with time to capture atmospheric photos. This experience is at additional cost and bookable on tour, offering a serene vantage on the city’s winter sparkle.
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Edam Countryside Visit: Clog Carving & Cheese-Making Demonstration
Discover North Holland’s rural traditions as you visit a local clog and cheesemaker near Edam. Step into the workshop to watch artisan clog-carving and see fresh curds pressed and waxed into classic Edam rounds. Conclude by sampling regional cheeses with warm farmhouse hospitality amid the flat, wind-brushed polder landscape.
Gain insight into how sturdy klompen served farmers in watery fields, and how Edam’s mild, wax-sealed cheese fueled trade across Europe in the 16th and 17th centuries. Heritage techniques, living craft, and tastings combine for an authentic window onto Dutch countryside life.
