What You Get
Included in all options: 2-night cruise in inside cabin aboard ferry with 1- or 2-night stay in standard room at Best Western Blue Square Hotel, arriving on dates between Nov-Dec 2016
Services included in dedicated options: Tour: Amsterdam canal cruise
- £79-£139 for 3 nights, depending on dates chosen
- £109-£149 for 3 nights with tour, depending on dates chosen
- £119-£169 for 4 nights, depending on dates chosen
- £139-£179 for 4 nights with tour, depending on dates chosen
*Per Person Offer Customers must purchase two vouchers to complete booking
Please Note: availability at the advertised rates is extremely limited.
- Bookings fulfilled by Crystal Travel
- For more on Tour Operator partners, see the FAQ
The Hotel
Nestled at the edge of the centre of the capital city of Netherlands, Best Western Blue Square Hotel beckons travellers with four star facilities and serves as a suitable base to discover the hot spots of Amsterdam, like the Anne Frank House, Rijksmuseum or Van Gogh museum.
- The casual rooms feature en suite bathrooms, flat-screen TVs, and tea and coffee making facilities
- On-site restaurant and bar
- Check-in from 2pm; check-out by 11am
- Staff speaks English
- Complimentary Wi-Fi; pets not allowed
Optional Tour Details:
Amsterdam Canal Cruise: the city of Amsterdam is best seen from water. Enjoy a special canal cruise which offers audio guided commentaries in 19 languages. This number one canal cruise will show you all of Amsterdam’s highlights in one hour. Sit back and enjoy a sightseeing cruise through the unique Unesco World Heritage Canal district!
Please note:
Cruise may be cancelled in the event of bad weather or if the canals are frozen.
3 Nights Itinerary:
Day 1: Outbound: Newcastle departing at 5pm, overnight stay in cruise (1st night)
Day 2: Amsterdam arriving at 9.30am, stay in Amsterdam hotel (2nd night)
Day 3: Inbound: Amsterdam departing at 5.30pm, overnight stay in cruise (3rd night)
Day 3: Newcastle arriving at 9.30am
4 Nights Itinerary:
Day 1: Outbound: Newcastle departing at 5pm, overnight stay in cruise (1st night)
Day 2: Amsterdam arriving at 9.30am, stay in Amsterdam hotel (2nd night)
Day 3: In Amsterdam (3rd night)
Day 4: Inbound: Amsterdam departing at 5.30pm, overnight stay in cruise (4th night)
Day 5: Newcastle Arriving at 9.30am
Groupon’s Guide To Amsterdam
Sitting on the south bank of IJ Lake, Amsterdam is a port city connected to the North Sea, with Amstel River flowing through from south to north. Mixing vibrant nightlife and many diverse festivals with Renaissance architecture and cultural events, Amsterdam, the capital city of Netherlands, is a convenient spot for exploration and relaxation.
Guests can take a breath of fresh air with a stroll through the Erasmus Park, where ponds, gardens and local attractions make for a nice day of adventure or lazing in the sunshine. Moving inside, travellers can visit the Van Gogh Museum, which exhibits the works of the great master alongside pieces painted by his contemporaries. In this city of many tastes, tourists may enjoy Asian or Indonesian cuisine at one of the city’s restaurants or have dessert in one of the famous pancake houses, before renting a bicycle for a refreshing ride along the canals. Amsterdam also boasts shopping streets, filled with a wide range of stores and street markets selling food and clothes.
The weather in the capital city of Netherlands features an oceanic climate, strongly influenced by the North Sea. The temperatures during the summer season are mild, with the average high of about 20°C. The city gets a great level of sunshine throughout the season. However, the average low temperature, especially in the evenings, reaches about 12°C. Starting from mid-September, autumn is a rainy and wet period, with October having an average of 13°C and November one of 9°C. Amsterdam rarely sees the temperatures drop below 0°C in winter, with the average high around of 5°C. The level of sunshine drops to one hour per day in December, but this improves as the season progresses. In the spring, the weather starts to heat up. Although March and April are still chilly, May is often very pleasant with highs reaching 20°C.
Fine Print
Valid for arrivals on dates from Nov to Dec 2016.
Price per person (pp) based on double occupancy. You must buy 2 vouchers min. to complete booking. If you want to travel alone, single supplements will apply based on the departure date and time. Please enquire with the Travel Provider at the time of booking.
Validity period depends on option purchased (date and number of nights)
Booking:
Must book within 7 days from voucher purchase.
Booking required by phone: 02037333545.
Book your place immediately after buying the voucher to confirm holiday and avoid disappointment. Purchasing the voucher does not guarantee the holiday, customers must book before travel and Not possible to just turn up. Confirmations will be sent out within 3 working days from the date the booking is completed with the Travel Provider.
No modification or cancellation allowed after booking confirmation. Bookings are non-refundable and non-transferable to another destination once confirmed.
Limit 4 vouchers per person. May buy extra as gifts but cannot buy more to extend deal.
Transportation details:
The hotel is located in Amsterdam, the Netherlands.
Valid for mini cruise from Newcastle (North Shields) ferry port to Amsterdam (Ijmuiden) ferry port.
Ferry departure points, dates and hours are subject to availability and cannot always be guaranteed. Supplements may apply if busy dates get overbooked and you must always purchase the Groupon Voucher first.
Luggage allowance: 40 kg per person.
Hold luggage: not included but can be booked with the Travel Provider at the time of booking.
Cost for extra luggage: always depends on the Ferrys and will be advised on the time of the booking by the Travel Provider.
Not included: in-ferry meals. Included: ferry taxes.
Other Information:
City tax: 5 % city tax per person per night to be paid at the hotel directly.
A valid passport is mandatory.
Valid for stay in inside cabin on ferry and in standard room at the hotel for 2 people.
*Price from £79, per person, based on double room occupancy.
Vouchers sold by Groupon International Travel GmbH.