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Holland in Bloomwith Alan Titchmarsh

Sarah Raven A regular contributor to The Daily Telegraph for more than 20 years, Sarah has also presented on BBC Gardeners’ World. Her gardening and cookery books have won a number of awards including Best Specialist Gardening book for The Cutting Garden.

Join this luxurious all-inclusive 7 day voyage, part of the Telegraph Tours portfolio. Enjoy a superb itinerary which includes a visit to the magnificent Keukenhof Gardens in the company of Alan Titchmarsh. Journey through the picturesque Netherlands whilst enjoying the luxury and opulence of our Scenic Space-Ship.

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Alan TitchmarshAlan Titchmarsh, MBE, is a weekly columnist for The Sunday Telegraph and one of Britain’s most recognisable television presenters. Born in Ilkley, Yorkshire, Alan became an apprentice gardener at the age of 15 before attending horticultural college. After gaining a diploma at the Royal Botanic Gardens in Kew, he made the move into gardening journalism and he has since written almost 40 gardening publications. His television appearances have included BBC2’s Gardeners’ World, the Chelsea Flower Show as well as The Alan Titchmarsh Show, Britain’s Best Back Gardens and Love Your Garden for ITV. He also presents on Classic FM.

To book call 0808 274 6065 or visit telegraph.co.uk/titchmarshtour

Highlights include...Keukenhof Gardens Each year these magnificent gardens located just outside Amsterdam boast one of the most exuberant displays of spring you will see anywhere. The idea for using the landscaped gardens as a spring park was first mooted in 1949. Now with more than 800 varieties of tulips, and around seven million bulbs in bloom, the gardens are a joyous attraction and have justly become world famous.

Presentation and Q&A with Alan Titchmarsh Alan will host an informal chat on board, sharing his fascinating stories about his life in gardening. You will also have the chance to ask Alan questions and gain a unique insight into his fascinating career.

Sarah Raven - The Telegraph’s Gardening Expert Sarah will be talking about some of her favourite gardens during a visit to Hortus Bulborum, as well as hosting an informal talk on-board, sharing tips on her gardening techniques.

Kinderdijk Windmills Along with tulips, windmills are an unofficial emblem of The Netherlands and nowhere are they more beautiful than in the empty marshes around Kinderdijk. Part of a UNESCO world heritage site, the 19 looming windmills – all kept in working order – are testament to Dutch ingenuity, keeping floods at bay.

Kinderdijk Windmills

Terms and Conditions: All prices and upgrades per person are based on two guests sharing, departing on 19 April 2016 and is subject to availability at the time of booking. Single supplements may apply, please call for details. Butler services vary. Laundry restrictions apply. Deposit of £750 per person is required at time of booking and full payment is required 90 days before departure. A 1.5% credit card charge (1.95% AMEX) may apply when booking. Prices correct at time of going to print (November 2015). For full booking conditions, please visit scenic.co.uk. *All drinks are included on board except for a very small number of rare, fine and vintage wines, champagnes and spirits. This Telegraph tour is operated by the partner specified, companies wholly independent of Telegraph Media Group Ltd. Travel insurance is not included. In the case of unforeseen circumstances experts may be substituted. Please note: Due to reasons beyond our control, Scenic may be required to make alterations to your planned itinerary. In such circumstances, Scenic will make every effort to offer a comparable alternative.

To book call 0808 274 6065 or visit telegraph.co.uk/titchmarshtour

Day 1 UK – AmsterdamChoose from a range of UK airports for your flight to Amsterdam. On arrival, transfer to your ship, followed by a welcome reception and dinner. Enjoy an evening with The Telegraph columnist Alan Titchmarsh, who chats about his life in gardening and broadcasting, followed by a Q & A.

Day 2 Amsterdam/Keukenhof GardensAlan accompanies you to Keukenhof Gardens, one of the largest flower gardens in the world and an extraordinary sight especially in spring. Bursting with elaborate flower displays and tulips, against a backdrop of manicured lawns and meandering waterways, it was first turned into a spring garden in 1949 and has bloomed in popularity since. You will then have free time to explore Amsterdam. This evening, The Telegraph’s Sarah Raven joins the group for a informal talk and Q & A.

Day 3 Hortus Bulborum/VoornThis morning enjoy a special visit to Hortus Bulborum, along with Sarah. Established in 1928, the Hortus Bulborum is the only museum garden in the world devoted to the conservation of historic bulb varieties. Head back to the ship for lunch then enjoy time to explore the port of Hoorn to the north of Amsterdam. Once a mighty trading city, including a base for the Dutch East India Company, Hoorn has a bustling, picturesque harbour, an intriguing history and some absorbing museums.

Day 4 AntwerpSee the key sights in Antwerp, the historic Belgian port, now often referred to as the diamond capital of the world. Located on the banks of the River Scheldt, the city has a striking medieval heart with first-rate galleries, historic churches, cutting-edge boutiques and world-class restaurants. You also visit the city’s botanic gardens.

Day 5 Delta Project/VeereToday you have the chance to see the Delta Project, the storm surge barrier and flood defences constructed after the devastating North Sea floods of 1953. Alternatively explore Veere, an historical seafaring village on foot, or take a guided cycling tour of the village and its surroundings. This evening, you cruise past the delightful villages on the banks of the River Scheldt as we travel towards Rotterdam.

Day 6 Rotterdam/KinderdijkEnjoy a tour of dynamic Rotterdam, which includes a visit to Arboretum Trompenburg, the city’s beautifully landscaped botanical garden with a large collection of trees, shrubs, perennials, bulbs and tubers. Alternatively, choose to explore Vermeer’s birthplace, Delft, lined with remarkable historic buildings as well as the renowned Blue Pottery factory and museum. Later take in the panoramas at Kinderdijk, a UNESCO world heritage site known for its beautiful historic windmills.

Day 7 AmsterdamFollowing breakfast you will be transferred to Amsterdam airport for your flight home.

7 day luxury river cruise > departs on 19 April 2016 > from £1,495 per person

Flights from the UK from a choice of 12 regional airports

Airport transfers 6 nights luxury cruise

accommodation The largest suites in Europe All meals included in a variety

of dining venues on board Unlimited complimentary

premium branded drinks on board*

Complimentary mini-bar Personal Butler service All tipping, gratuities

and porterage Visit to Keukenhof Gardens

with Alan Titchmarsh Hortus Bulborum visit with

Sarah Raven All excursions, tours, activities

and entrance fees as detailed in the itinerary

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AntwerpDelta Works

Amsterdam

Royal Panorama Suite

Scenic Space-ship

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Scenic Space-Ships boast the largest suites on Europe’s rivers and carry just 169 guests in 85 suites, with a generous staff-to-guest ratio of 1:3. The vessels feature a contemporary lounge bar, sun deck and indulgent wellness centre. The balcony suites include a unique sun lounge system that transforms your balcony into an all-weather conservatory-style space at the touch of a button. All suites have luxurious amenities: a private butler service for every guest, HDTVs, Mac mini system, L’Occitane toiletries and a mini-bar that is restocked daily. Guests enjoy fine dining in a choice of five on board venues whilst enjoying unlimited complimentary premium branded drinks*.