Staying in Central Amsterdam, explore the city of canals & culture and visit the incredible Floriade Expo
Staying in Central Amsterdam, explore the city of canals & culture and visit the incredible Floriade Expo
The horticultural highlight of 2022 will be the amazing Floriade Expo 2022, showcasing the best Flora and Fauna in the most highly anticipated horticultural event in Europe.
Floriade Expo 2022 will be an extraordinary expo. Visitors will have a unique and meaningful experience: while visiting the expo they will be invited to explore, touch and change.
The theme of this years decennial Expo will be growing green cities, focusing on the sustainability of our cities of the future illustrating the most innovative verdure exhibits. Held in Almere, a city located a short distance away from Amsterdam, will transform into a living laboratory showcasing fascinating and ingenious horticultural exhibitions provided by many countries, cities and innovative businesses.
Combine this with a visit to this fantastic event and explore the iconic Dutch capital city, Amsterdam, you'll be staying in the upscale Park Centraal Hotel, a fantastic base in the centre of Amsterdam. Settling here for 3 nights you'll find your self amidst its canals and cobbled streets. Youll also find an abundance of excellent museums and art galleries within a short walking distance. From Van Gogh to Rembrandt, theres something to suit every taste in this cultural hub.
The dutch capital is a captivating city and it is clear to see why so many visit each year, throughout all times of year. Spend a day exploring the narrow walkways or see the sights traversing the citys famous canals. Also, if your visit to Floriade didnt fulfill your floral appetite, why not head to the Bloemenmarkt, where vibrant colours and fragrances of fresh flowers every Monday to Saturday fill the city centre.
Day 1
Make your own way to Amsterdam, transfer from the airport to your hotel, Park Centraal, Amsterdam will be included
Day 2
Spend a full day exploring the living laboratory that is Floriade. Discover new developments and be touched by what you see and see the many attractions, lots of art and culture, and with a unique collection of trees, shrubs, and flowers. The expo site will be developed as a Green City Arboretum, serving as a model for green structure development in cities. This arboretum will consist of a variety of trees, shrubs, perennials, creepers, hydrophytes and flower bulbs, all of which contribute to a green, healthy and sustainable city. Around 3000 species have been selected that contribute to the green city in terms of biodiversity, air purification, food production and city climate management.
CBDay 3
Today, discover the wonderful city of Amsterdam. Have some free time to explore the city at your leisure or we can arrange for you to see the sights on board a leisurely canal cruise, cruising past 17th century gabled houses along tree-lined canals. Also, you may want to explore Amsterdam's many museums and galleries. If you haven’t had your fill of flowers, why not head to the Hortus Botanicus Gardens – the oldest Botanical Gardens in the World! Originally a small medicinal herb garden opened in 1638, they are now home to over 4,000 different species of plant. Guided tours can be arranged.
CBDay 4
Transfer from your hotel to the airport, then make your own way back to the UK
CBCB=Continental Breakfast
Return airport transfers from Amsterdam Schipol Airport to Park Centraal Hotel
3 nights bed and breakfast
Transfer and entrance to Floriade Expo
Services of a Greatdays rep in the Hotel
Set in a traditional canal house with a modern annex, this upscale hotel is a 3-minute walk from the nearest tram stop and 2 km from Dam Square. Rooms and suites come with free Wi-Fi, flat-screen TVs, and tea and coffeemakers, plus iPod docks and minibars. Upgraded rooms add canal and/or city views. Theres a gallery and a lounge that serve light bites and drinks, plus a refined Pan Asian restaurant with a trendy bar. Other amenities include a gym and secured parking (fees apply).
Deposit due: £50.00 per person
Balance due date: Friday 24 June 2022
Please note, flights are not included but can be arranged. For excursions and entrance to attractions please email us at bookings@greatdays.co.uk or call us on 0161 928 1928 for more information.
Prices are based on a minimum of 15 paying passengers and at an exchange rate of £1 = 1.160.
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