The Hotels

Nestled just a short stroll from the tram and bus stations, both the XO Hotels Blue Square and Blue Tower Amsterdam offer direct access to the bustling city centre of Amsterdam with attractions, such as the famous Rijksmuseum, Van Gogh Museum, and Leidse Square entertainment district at hand. 

Guests are accommodated in air-conditioned rooms that come equipped with flat-screen TVs and tea- and coffee-making facilities. All bedrooms feature light colour schemes, while some offer the views of the picturesque canals. 

At XO Hotels Blue Tower, guests can dine on modern Chinese cuisine at an on-site Saffron restaurant, while at the Blue Square patrons may have lunch at Blue’s Bistro offering French and Chinese-style specialities. 

The Tour

An introduction to Amsterdam is offered by this 75-minute sightseeing cruise presenting the famous Grachtengordel, a UNESCO Heritage Site. More than 100 km of canals, peppered with about 90 islands and crossed by 1550 bridges complemented by specific mansions, monumental buildings and typical houseboats await to be explored. The sites that holidaymakers will pass by include the City Hall, Anne Frank House, the Golden Bend, and Westerkerk, among others. cruise participants will also have a chance to discover some 17th-century gabled houses and old leafy canal paths. Audio commentary and Holland Casino admission are included. 

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.

Options

Option 1: with London flights, standard

• £89-£179 for 2 nights, depending on dates chosen
• £129-£239 for 3 nights, depending on dates chosen
• £199-£309 for 4 nights, depending on dates chosen

Option 2: with Manchester flights, standard

• £119-£189 for 2 nights, depending on dates chosen
• £159-£249 for 3 nights, depending on dates chosen
• £199-£329 for 4 nights, depending on dates chosen

Option 3: with Edinburgh flights, standard

• £139-£199 for 2 nights, depending on dates chosen
• £165-£255 for 3 nights, depending on dates chosen
• £209-£339 for 4 nights, depending on dates chosen

Option 4: with Bristol flights, standard

• £139-£229 for 2 nights, depending on dates chosen
• £189-£289 for 3 nights, depending on dates chosen
• £229-£339 for 4 nights, depending on dates chosen

Option 5: with London flights and a tour

• £109-£199 for 2 nights, depending on dates chosen
• £149-£259 for 3 nights, depending on dates chosen
• £219-£329 for 4 nights, depending on dates chosen

Option 6: with Manchester flights and a tour

• £139-£209 for 2 nights, depending on dates chosen
• £179-£269 for 3 nights, depending on dates chosen
• £219-£349 for 4 nights, depending on dates chosen

Option 7: with Edinburgh flights and a tour

• £159-£219 for 2 nights, depending on dates chosen
• £185-£275 for 3 nights, depending on dates chosen
• £229-£359 for 4 nights, depending on dates chosen

Option 8: with Bristol flights and a tour

• £159-£249 for 2 nights, depending on dates chosen
• £209-£309 for 3 nights, depending on dates chosen
• £249-£359 for 4 nights, depending on dates chosen

Please Note: availability at the advertised rates is extremely limited.

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