Amsterdam for Christmas | 2024/2025
Amsterdam for Christmas | 2024/2025
$875
Amsterdam for Christmas | 2024/2025
4 Days Starting and ending in London, United Kingdom
Visiting: Amsterdam, London
Tour operator:
Tour code:
WAXMA19
Specialist Group:
18-30 Somethings
Guide Type:
Fully Guided
Age range:
18-35
Special diets catered:
Vegetarians
Tour operated in:
EnglishTrip Styles:
Interests:
Activities:
Tour Overview
Experience the magic of Christmas in Amsterdam with this enchanting tour that takes you from London to the heart of the Netherlands. Begin your festive journey by marveling at the iconic White Cliffs of Dover before crossing into France and Belgium, finally arriving in Amsterdam. Immerse yourself in the city's vibrant Christmas spirit with a walking tour of its illuminated canals. Enjoy a traditional Dutch Christmas feast in Edam, complete with a visit to a clog maker and cheese farm. With guided tours and meals included, this unforgettable holiday adventure promises a unique blend of culture, tradition, and festive cheer.
Highlights
Itinerary
Day 1: London To Amsterdam
Location: Amsterdam
Accommodation: Hotel
Accommodation Name: Holiday Inn Express Amsterdam North Riverside (or similar)
Meals Included: Dinner
Our family joins forces today in London filled with an invigorating mix of Christmas cheer and eagerness to explore Amsterdam. A festive ride across countries and into Amsterdam - that's not the most usual Christmas time experience, but by Santa it's a good one! Shortly before we find our ferry for France, we'll be taking in the English coastline beauty of the White Cliffs of Dover. They owe their gorgeousness to their composition of chalk - you're in awe and we haven't even left the UK! Off the ferry we arrive in the port town of Calais - French soil! We travel north via Belgium before reaching ... Amsterdam! Cross off another country off your list as you cruise through Belgium on your way to Amsterdam. Fun fact: the city has 1539 bridges, 165 canals, and 2500 house boats. Yes, you read that right, and it's all here for you to explore. On arrival it's dinner on us, then get out and make the most of the spirited streets all lit up and Christmas-y with a walking tour around pretty canals.
Day 2: Amsterdam
Location: Amsterdam
Accommodation: Hotel
Accommodation Name: Holiday Inn Express Amsterdam North Riverside (or similar)
Meals Included: Breakfast
Today is yours to explore...visit some iconic museums, stroll the gorgeous waterways & admire the Neo-gothic architecture. Tonight, if we decide to treat ourselves to drinks as we cruise through the canals, we’ll see the city illuminated by night whilst getting excited for the possibilities of tomorrow.
Day 3: Amsterdam
Location: Amsterdam
Accommodation: Hotel
Accommodation Name: Holiday Inn Express Amsterdam North Riverside (or similar)
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch
Wakey wakey…time to wish your wolf pack a very Gelukkig Kerstfeest (that’s Merry Christmas in Dutch!) Off to the countryside for a taste of tradition (and cheese.) We’ll visit a local clog and cheesemaker's house to learn how two of the country's most famous symbols are made. This Christmas, you'll enjoy a delicious Christmas feast with a uniquely Dutch twist in Edam! Afterwards, we'll head back to Amsterdam where you’re free to take a walk and let your food digest. One to remember? You bet.
Day 4: Amsterdam To London
Location: London
Meals Included: Breakfast
That's a wrap on Christmas in Amsterdam folks! Time to head back to the big smoke & get prepared for a new year of travel ventures. There's something pretty special about sharing the festive season together. Take your last group hug and promise to reunite in the not too distant future.
What's Included
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Meals
Meals are included as detailed in the itinerary, including 1 dinner, 3 breakfasts, and 1 lunch.
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Fully Guided
The tour is fully guided.
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Included Experience
Experience the iconic chalk-white coastline of Dover, enjoy Christmas dining in Amsterdam, and visit a clog maker and cheese farm in Edam.
What's Not Included
Travel insurance is not included.
Dining Summary
- 1 Dinner (D)
- 3 Breakfast (B)
- 1 Lunch (L)
Included Experience
- Dover: See the iconic chalk-white coastline. So special that it’s had songs dedicated to it.
- 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: Visit a clog maker and a cheese farm. It may be a cliché, but it’s so much fun we’re not even slightly apologetic.
Mode of Transport
Travel from London to Amsterdam via a scenic ferry ride across the English Channel, passing through France and Belgium, before arriving in the Netherlands for a memorable Christmas experience.
Accommodation
Stay at the Holiday Inn Express Amsterdam North Riverside or a similar hotel, offering comfortable accommodations during your festive journey in Amsterdam.
FAQs
- London: Travelling to (and through) the UK & Northern Ireland? You’ll need Essential Electronic Travel Authorization (ETA)From January 8, 2025, UK law means that if you’re entering/transiting through the United Kingdom (UK) and Northern Ireland you’ll need an Electronic Travel Authorization (ETA) before you travel. Confused? Don’t be – just read on here.
Check out our Q&As
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What kind of meals are included during the tour?
The tour includes 1 dinner, 3 breakfasts, and 1 lunch as detailed in the itinerary.
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Is the tour fully guided?
Yes, the tour is fully guided.
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What unique experiences are included in the tour?
The tour includes seeing the iconic White Cliffs of Dover, enjoying a Christmas feast with a Dutch twist in Amsterdam, and visiting a clog maker and cheese farm in Edam.
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What can I expect on the first day of the tour?
On the first day, you will travel from London to Amsterdam, see the White Cliffs of Dover, cross into France at Calais, and arrive in Amsterdam for dinner and a walking tour of the Christmas-lit streets.
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What activities are planned for Christmas Day in Amsterdam?
On Christmas Day, you will visit the countryside to learn about traditional Dutch clogs and cheese making, enjoy a Christmas feast in Edam, and have free time to explore Amsterdam.
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What is the final day of the tour like?
The final day involves traveling back from Amsterdam to London, marking the end of the Christmas tour experience.
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How long has the tour company been trading?
In 1961, a guy called John Anderson founded Contiki in New Zealand. Whilst later bought by The Travel Corporation, the tour company had already been using the name ‘Contiki’ since its inception.
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Who will be my travelling companions on the tour?
Contiki trips are designed & operated exclusively for those aged 18-35 years. Your travelling companions will be like-minded adventurers within that age range. The age range is adhered to strictly.
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What policies are in place for Covid-19?
Please contact us for latest COVID-19 policies
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Will the accommodation included meet local health and safety regulations?
Yes
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What Ethical Travel credentials does the tour company have?
MAKE TRAVEL MATTER® is our commitment to protect people, wildlife and the incredible planet we all share. Powered by The TreadRight Foundation, a non-profit organisation and Contiki’s guiding hand when it comes to making travel matter.
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What documents will I receive before I travel?
All documentation will be sent via email around 21 days prior to your trip departure. You can also access information on your trip by signing up to My Contiki via the top right icon of the homepage.
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Transfer as credit to Future Tours
Contiki allows you to transfer existing payments to a future tour to avoid cancellation fees if you can't travel and inform contiki, 60 days before departure.
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Low Deposit
Contiki requires a minimum deposit of 200 USD per person or the full booking value, whichever is less, with the final balance not due until 60 days before departure.
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Cancellation Policy
We don't charge a cancellation fee, here is a summary of contiki charges.
Up to 61 days before tour starts: Forfeit 100% of deposit.
At 60 days before tour starts: Forfeit 25% of booking price.
At 21 days before tour starts: Forfeit 50% of booking price.
At 7 days before tour starts: Forfeit 75% of booking price.
At 1 days before tour starts: Forfeit 100% of booking price.
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