Calling all tulip lovers to explore the land of tulips at tulip time with ToursbyMarie
This is a 5-day tour that explores the land of tulips when they are in full bloom. Since the 16th century, tulips have been closely tied to the Netherlands, especially during the tulipmania. Today, Holland remains the largest producer of tulips worldwide. Furthermore, it is a bucket list destination for tulip lovers and those fascinated by the mystery of bulbs. After all, how can a dry onion can produce such a diverse array of colorful blooms?
Tulip Tour to Holland Highlights
This tour offers an immersive experience in the heart of Holland’s tulip season. Blending garden exploration, local insights, and cultural gems:
- Private Garden Visits: Spend the first two days visiting private gardens with stunning bulb displays. Meet the owners and discuss the joys and challenges of bulb growing.
- Inspiration for Gardeners: Get inspired by the creative use of bulbs in perennial borders and discover new ideas for incorporating bulbs into your garden.
- Historic Garden Experience: Visit Het Loo, the royal palace garden restored to its 17th-century splendor, showcasing unique bulb arrangements.
- Amsterdam Dinner Cruise
- Keukenhof Show Garden: Explore Keukenhof, the world-famous Dutch bulb garden, featuring 20 million bulbs in bloom.
- Iconic Tulip Fields: Visit the iconic bulb fields without the crowds and meet an organic bulb grower to learn about the industry firsthand.
- Aalsmeer Flower Market: For early risers, visit the world’s largest flower market at Aalsmeer, where over 20 million flowers are traded daily.
- City Exploration and Farewell Dinner: In the afternoon, take some free time to walk through Amsterdam’s secret courtyards and gardens and conclude the tour with a farm-to-table farewell dinner.
Accommodation Overview
Our first two nights were at a five-star hotel close to Het Loo, and the last three nights were at a four-star hotel in Amsterdam.
Why a Tulip Tour with ToursbyMarie?
- 15 years experience in arranging bespoke garden tours, access to private gardens, unique bespoke experience
- Limited to a maximum of 14 participants
