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The old heritage and traditions associated with Holland are widely vivid in the mind of many tourists. From clogs to round cheese, discover this world with our tour to the region of North Holland and fi nd that these traditions are still very much alive. We visit the peninsula between the North Sea and the great Dutch inland sea, the Ijsselmeer, a land of charming old fishing villages and towns . We see people in traditional costumes and clogs and visit producers of huge rounds of Gouda and Edam cheese. A trip into the past of old world Holland provides a highly att racti ve and fun programme.
- Marken, Volendam and AlkmaarFull Day
Morning visit to the ancient fishing village of Marken built on wooden piles on a former island, where locals still wear traditional costumes. Take a cruise to on the Ijsselmeer up to Volendam, famous for its fisherman's houses, tiny canals and draw bridges and many craft shops. (Alternative boat trip available from the Hotel Purmerend in Purmerend to Edam.) Travel this afternoon to Alkmaar, a historic town with many old gabled houses and canals. Visit the folk or cheese museums. Return to hotel. - Zaandam and AmsterdamFull Day
Make a visit to the Zaanse Schaans open-air living museum in Zaandam with 17th century working windmills, traditional houses, pewterers, bakers and a number of indoor museums. Continue into Amsterdam for the rest of the day. Take a cruise or tour some of the many sights (pre-book one of the exciting ICT optional ideas). - Noord Holland region and the Ijsselmeer Inland SeaFull Day
A very special day out travelling first to the lovely old town of Hoorn to board the steam train to Medemblik, crossing countless bulbfields in season. From Medemblik, board a special cruise boat for a trip on the Ijsselmeer inland sea to the Zuiderzee open air museum, with houses, shops historic ships and much more depicting life in a Dutch harbour town over the past seven centuries. - Cheese and Clogs towards UKFull Day
We visit the traditional Irene Hoeve Cheese and Clog makers for a tour, seeing the cheese making process and clogs being actually carved out before a tasting and a chance to buy the produce including local drinks. We then retrace our steps for our return sea crossing to the UK.
Golden Tulip Fashion
Amsterdam
The brand new 4* Golden Tulip Fashion Hotel Amsterdam (open from summer 2009) is conveniently located within the Amsterdam Ring Road, near the World Fashion Centre. Trams (routes 1 and 17) stop directly outside the hotel and take just 10 minutes to the very centre. Facilities include the Sky bar, a restaurant and a fitness centre with an indoor pool, sauna, solarium and spa / wellness treatment. The 260 comfortable airconditioned guest rooms are of a reasonable size and have bathroom with hair dryer. Nearby, there is public parking for coaches.
Casa 400
Amsterdam
The 3* Casa 400 is open from June until October, hense it's a summer hotel. The hotel is within easy reach of the A10 ringroad and nearby attractions include the Frankendael Park and the Middenweg shopping centre. There's a newly renovated bar and restaurant. The 400 rooms have private bathroom with shower and a TV.
Best Western Spaander
Volendam
The 3* Best Western Spaander is situated in the historic centre of Volendam. The hotel is decorated with 1200 19th Century paintings. Dining options include the sun lounge, the Old Inn or the brasserie catering for a wide variety of palates. Leisure facilities include a swimming pool, fitness suite, sauna and turkish bath. The 79 rooms are each unique and offer a view of either Lake Ijsselmeer or the Volendamer Dike.
Lake Land
Monnickendam
The 3* Lake Land Hotel in Monnickendam is built on top of poles along the waterfront, on the shoreline of Ijsselmeer. The hotel has a traditional pub and cosy restaurant. The rooms are light and airy with all standard 3* amenities.
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