Visiting Delft and its pottery factories
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We'll leave by coach with our guides for the city of Delft.
We'll discover this charming city made famous by its blue and white ceramics, Delftware, as well as its connections to the Dutch Royal Family and the renowned painter Johannes Vermeer. We'll stroll through the enchanting city center—where you'll be able to experience a bit of authentic Dutch living: calm canals shaded by trees, petite bridges, and historical buildings. We'll also visit a delft pottery factory in the city (or nearby) where you'll discover the secrets of making this famous imitation porcelain. We'll then head to the Oude Kerk, Nieuwe Kerk, and the Prinsenhof - where William of Orange was assassinated in 1584. Afterwards, we'll travel by coach to Rotterdam. We'll then return on board.
PLEASE NOTE
- Good walking shoes are recommended.
- The order of the visits can change.
- Times are approximate.
Cruises
This shore excursion is available for one or several cruises
Through Authentic Holland
AMSTERDAM - GOUDA - ROTTERDAM - AMSTERDAM
Be carried away by the history of Holland through its culture and the rustic charm of the cities of Amsterdam, Gouda and Rotterdam. During your cruise, you will discover the traditional Delftware, famous for its finesse and the quality of its enamelling.
