NetherlandsMiniCruise
From
£455.00
£455.00
The Netherlands
2 nights in United Kingdom | Full Board
What to expect
Fabulous Facilities
Restaurants, bars, pools & casino
Sightseeing
Optional excursion to Amsterdam
Broadway Shows
Enjoy West End style entertainment
On-board Spa
Pamper yourself in the Green Sea Spa
About this trip...
Yet to experience a cruise and want to test the water? Hop on board this Taster cruise, the perfect introduction for those who are new to cruising and are thinking of embarking on an ocean cruise in the future. And an ideal choice for those curious about solo travel but yet to experience it!
Amsterdam, the fabled city of canals and cycles is perhaps the most relaxed capital you’ll find anywhere – and certainly one of the most cultured. Whether you prefer van Gogh, Rembrandt, Vermeer or modern art, the galleries here are unrivalled anywhere in Europe. But that’s only part of what makes Amsterdam unique: we haven’t mentioned the cosmopolitan shops and inviting pavement cafés, where you can relax and watch the world go by. There’s so much to see and do that you’ll want to return time and again.
Activity Level:
What's this?What's included
Single Outside Cabin
Full Board
Tour Leader 
Fully Financially Protected
What's extra:
Coach Transfer: London Victoria - 1 Suitcase - £40.00
Car Parking: This is available at a cost of £32.00 (spaces limited so reservations need to be made as soon as possible - you will not be able to pay on arrival if you have not pre-booked and will be refused entry to the car park.)
Insurance see here
Itinerary
- Embark MS Ambience, London Tilbury (United Kingdom)
- IJmuiden, The Netherlands
- Disembark MS Ambience, London Tilbury (United Kingdom)
What you will be doing
Day One: London Tilbury, UK
Embark MV Ambience. Our ship will depart Tilbury at 17.00hrs.
After dinner, we can sit back and enjoy a show by the talented onboard entertainment team in the Palladium Theatre.
The night is yours after the show. To enjoy a relaxing drink in one of the bars and lounges, or dance the night away. There's plenty to keep us entertained.
Day Two: Ijmuiden
Ijmuiden on the Dutch coast, showcases the comings and goings of a bustling harbour. Explore historic landmarks like the North Sea Canal, visit Felison Cruise Terminal, and experience the unique atmosphere of this Dutch city along the North Sea. You can also take an excursion into Amsterdam if you wish.
- Full Board
Day Three: London Tilbury
Breakfast is served between 7am and 9am.
We can enjoy breakfast at our leisure before disembarking MS Ambience.
Accommodation
MV Ambience
Ambassador's flagship of the fleet: Ambience. Derived from the French word for ‘surrounding’, the ambition at Ambassador is to create the optimum atmosphere onboard; one that brings out the best in each of us. The perfect ambience. With an average 1,400-guest capacity and careful configuration, she offers both a feeling of spaciousness and freedom, whilst retaining that sense of intimacy and camaraderie we each crave; it’s whatever makes you comfortable.
Facilities include
Entertainment-wise, you'll be spoilt for choice. Let your hair down at the Observatory and bring out your finest ensembles for shows at The Palladium. Whether you like it shaken or stirred, there are numerous bars to whet your whistle. Dining options are plentiful at their Buckingham restaurant or the Borough Market and the glorious Alfresco Grill. Wining and dining are more than fine at Saffron*, Sea & Grass* or our deluxe Chef’s Table*, where a speciality gastronomic experience is offered that’s not to be missed. Ambience offers the Aces & Eights bridge and card room and the Ambassador Casino, the gym and Wellness Centre, Brontë’s library, the shopping galleria, not to mention a swimming pool, two hot tubs and a large screen for outdoor movies. *Supplementary charges apply
Room includes
A range of cabins span seven accommodation decks from the Aloe deck 4 up to the Ambassador deck 11. The cabins are more spacious to cater to today’s climate, averaging 17-18 square meters. All cabins are air-conditioned with en-suite facilities including a shower and ample storage space with room under the beds to store suitcases. Most of cabins can be converted to a double bed. All cabins have a tea and coffee making facilities and a fridge, hair dryer, personal safe, UK three pin electrical sockets and USB ports. There is also a flat screen TV (please note, TV reception is subject to weather conditions and the geographic location of the ship).
Dates & Prices
Essential Information
Passports
A passport is essential for all cruises, including mini-cruises and sailings around the British Isles and Republic of Ireland and all British Citizens, must hold a full ten-year passport. For travel to an EU country (except Ireland), or Switzerland, Norway, Iceland, Liechtenstein, Andorra, Monaco, San Marino or Vatican City, you must meet the Schengen area rules. Your passport must meet 2 requirements. It must be:
- 1. less than 10 years old on the day you enter (check the ‘date of issue’)
- 2. valid for at least 3 months after the day you plan to leave (check the ‘expiry date’).
For travel outside of the EU your passport should be valid for 6 months after the date of your return. If you do not hold a valid 10-year British passport, please note it can take up to twelve weeks to obtain a new one.
It is the responsibility of holders of non-British passports to check with the relevant consular authorities of the countries to be visited to ascertain if there are any specific restrictions or requirements for their planned itinerary. Any guest arriving at the departure port without a passport, or with incorrect documentation, will not be allowed to embark. Such circumstances are not covered by insurance and no refund claims will be entertained.
Security
For your complete security and peace of mind, there are stringent security measures in force, particularly at UK ports. All cabin baggage will be electronically screened, hand baggage may be examined, and you will be required to pass through an X-Ray arch before boarding the vessel. At embarkation, the barcode on your boarding pass will be used for gangway control purposes and will validate you as a bona fide guest. Once onboard, you will find your personalised ID cruise card in your cabin and this will be used for all onboard purchases and also, as security each time to leave and re-join the vessel.
Smoking Policy
Smoking is not permitted inside the ships. Consequently, all internal areas, comprising cabins, lounges, restaurants and other public rooms are non-smoking areas. Designated areas for smokers are available externally in selected areas of the open decks. Ambassador reserve the right to alter their smoking policy during the cruising season and should new national or international maritime legislation subsequently affect this policy, guests will be informed on board accordingly. E-cigarettes or similar are only permitted to be used in designated smoking areas.
Valuables
Each cabin has the facility of a personal safe for your valuables and important papers. The Company is not responsible for any theft or loss of any items not kept in the safety boxes. The Company does not accept responsibility for loss or theft of cameras, video cameras, chargers and other valuable electrical items which are your responsibility at all times
Cruise Documentation
As a sustainable cruise line, all cruise information and documentation will be available through the ‘My Ambassador Sailing’ page on the website or through the Ambassador App. You will need an email address to be able to update your information, book destination experiences, drinks packages, car parking or coaching, as well as check-in for your cruise. Please note we do not offer any printed documentation.
Electrical Appliances
All cabins feature 110v and 220v current and have an electrical socket to allow small appliances such as electric shavers, electric rollers and hair stylers to be used. All cabins have UK 3 pin sockets. For safety reasons, irons and water heating devices are not permitted to be used onboard.
Onboard Payments
All prices onboard are quoted in sterling. A cashless system is in operation for all your onboard purchases. An account is opened for you at the start of your cruise for purchasing goods and services on board. All purchases are charged to your shipboard account and a final invoice is presented at the end of the cruise itemising all charges. This can be settled by MasterCard or Visa credit cards, or by Visa debit cards.
Guests who prefer to pay by cash may top-up their cruise card by visiting reception. Guests wishing to charge onboard expenditure to their credit card must register their chosen card during the embarkation process. Your card will be pre-authorized for £150. This pre-authorization will appear on your bank statement as a pending transaction until the end of your cruise.
During your cruise Ambassador will top-up your pre-authorised or pending amount in line with your account activity. You can check your account balance at any time using the ALL ABOARD APP, or at the self-service kiosks located around the ship. Your account will be closed at 0300 hrs on the day of disembarkation, at which point your onboard balance will be settled automatically and any remaining pre-authorised amount will be cancelled within 24 hours.
Please note any purchases made after this point must be cash only. Please allow 3-5 days for this to be reflected in your bank account.
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