Tulip Time River Cruise

Cruise starts in Amsterdam on April 18, 2027.  Ends in Amsterdam on April 25, 2027.  It is the peak of the peak season for tulips.

Special Discounted Cruise Fares

All fares are per person and include port fees.  Substantial savings over AMA Waterways published rates as of February 1, 2026. 
• Category BA — $5,798 (Save $1580 per person from published rate of $7378)
• Category AB — $5,998 (Save $1580 per person from published rate of $7578)
• Category AA — $6,198 (Save $1580 per person from published rate of $7778)
• Category SS — $7,428 (Save $1750 per person from published rate of $9178)

A $500 per person deposit reserves your places(s) and allows you to select your state room. An additional $1000 is due by May 1, 2026.  Fifty percent of the cruise fare is due 8 months before departure, and the final balance is due 4 months before departure.

Book your AmaWaterways River Cruise with Confidence through The Traveling Professor

We are a certified AmaWaterways Advisor and Partner. Every Traveling Professor guest receives the exact same onboard experience as those who book directly with AmaWaterways or through any travel agency.

The difference? Our travelers enjoy better pricing and the added pleasure of cruising with a familiar, like-minded group.

After booking, you’ll receive official confirmation and reference details from both us and AmaWaterways. You are always welcome to call AmaWaterways directly to verify your reservation and cruise details at any time.

Have a question?  Call us directly at 413.528.2125 and talk to a person who can help you - not a call center. 

Exclusive Small-Group Availability

25 of the best staterooms are put aside for Traveling Professor guests.  We have exclusive stateroom availability not currently displayed on the AMA Waterways website.

Join Steve and Linda on an Unforgettable River Cruise

Celebrate spring in Europe on a river cruise through the Netherlands and Belgium, timed for peak tulip season. Stroll the world-famous Keukenhof Gardens, where millions of blooms paint the landscape, and enjoy the vibrant displays of Floralia. Glide past the iconic Kinderdijk windmills, a UNESCO treasure that captures the spirit of Holland.

Explore charming cities rich in history and culture. See how Delft porcelain is crafted, then soak up the medieval magic of Bruges or Ghent with their canals and storybook streets. Indulge in Belgian chocolates, warm waffles, cheeses, and other local specialties.

A River Cruise Experience Like No Other

A Tulip Time river cruise sails through the Netherlands and Belgium during spring bloom, featuring Keukenhof Gardens, Kinderdijk windmills, historic towns, scenic canals, and vibrant flower-filled landscapes.

• 2-nights at 5* NH Collection Barbizon Palace or 5* Anantara Grand Hotel or 5* Hyatt Regency (or similar)
• Transfer from hotel to the vessel
• All hotel taxes
• Baggage handling at the hotel
• Daily breakfast at hotel
• Haarlem Canal Cruise
• City walking tour of Amsterdam with free time to visit Museumplein
• English-speaking AmaWaterways host or hostess at the hotel
• Price:  $999 per person double occupancy.  Discounted from $1060 per person AmaWaterways price.  $1599 for single occupancy, discounted from $1700 AmaWaterways price.

Enjoy Exceptional Value and Luxury Inclusions

Your fare includes spacious staterooms, world-class amenities, award-winning dining, and all shore excursions—everything you’d expect on a first-class Tulip Time river cruise. Plus, enjoy the warm companionship and expertise of Steve and Linda, your Traveling Professor hosts.

Not Included

• Tips
• Travel Insurance
• Airfare
• Personal Expenses