Amsterdam, Netherlands
Overview
Overview
Shore Excursions
Shore Excursions
Amsterdam Candlelight Cruise
Treat yourself to a unique evening with a cruise through Amsterdam’s magically lit canals. As you glide past some of the city’s most interesting buildings and landmarks, sit back and enjoy a snack—a cheese platter, French bread, nuts and red or white wine—while your guide reveals some fascinating facts about the waterways of Holland.
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Amsterdam Highlights & The Hermitage
Amsterdam is the city of canals and bridges, full of its own special charm. During a short canal cruise, watch for the many mansions and buildings dating from the Golden Century when Dutch merchants traded prolifically with the Far East. The Amstel River flows through Amsterdam and on its northern bank you will find the beautiful Hermitage Museum—opened in 2009 and housed in a former retirem...
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Amsterdam Highlights & Van Gogh
Tour Amsterdam, passing Dam square and the Mint Tower to arrive at Museum Square. Here you will visit the famous Van Gogh Museum to see the unique collection by this master. In the museum guiding is not permitted; however, you will be briefed before entering the museum and an audio device will be provided. Experience the painter's life while browsing among the paintings. After this visit, your ...
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Amsterdam Private Touring - Full Day (Car)
Explore at your own pace with a private vehicle, driver and English-speaking guide at your service. This exclusive tour is designed to allow you the chance to customize your time ashore and discover the most interesting sights in the comfort and privacy of your own vehicle. With your private vehicle, and the personalized attention of your driver and English-speaking guide, you will have the flexib...
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Amsterdam Private Touring - Full Day (Minivan)
Explore at your own pace with a private vehicle, driver and English-speaking guide at your service. This exclusive tour is designed to allow you the chance to customize your time ashore and discover the most interesting sights in the comfort and privacy of your own vehicle. With your private vehicle, and the personalized attention of your driver and English-speaking guide, you will have the flexib...
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Amsterdam Private Touring - Half Day (Car)
Explore at your own pace with a private vehicle, driver and English-speaking guide at your service. This exclusive tour is designed to allow you the chance to customize your time ashore and discover the most interesting sights in the comfort and privacy of your own vehicle. With your private vehicle, and the personalized attention of your driver and English-speaking guide, you will have the flexib...
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Amsterdam Private Touring - Half Day (Minivan)
Explore at your own pace with a private vehicle, driver and English-speaking guide at your service. This exclusive tour is designed to allow you the chance to customize your time ashore and discover the most interesting sights in the comfort and privacy of your own vehicle. With your private vehicle, and the personalized attention of your driver and English-speaking guide, you will have the flexib...
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Amsterdam, City of Diamonds
Amsterdam is the city of canals and bridges, full of special charm. During a short canal cruise, discover the many mansions and buildings dating from the “Golden Century” when merchants traded with the Far East. The Amstel River flows through Amsterdam. On its northern bank is the former Jewish area where diamond traders and cutters produced the most beautiful stones. See this process ...
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Amsterdam, City of Diamonds with Airport Transfer (with prepaid transfer voucher
Amsterdam is the city of canals and bridges, full of special charm. During a short canal cruise, discover the many mansions and buildings dating from the “Golden Century” when merchants traded with the Far East. The Amstel River flows through Amsterdam. On its northern bank is the former Jewish area where diamond traders and cutters produced the most beautiful stones. See this process ...
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Amsterdam, City of Diamonds with Airport Transfer (without prepaid transfer vouc
Amsterdam is the city of canals and bridges, full of special charm. During a short canal cruise, discover the many mansions and buildings dating from the “Golden Century” when merchants traded with the Far East. The Amstel River flows through Amsterdam. On its northern bank is the former Jewish area where diamond traders and cutters produced the most beautiful stones. See this process ...
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Grand Holland
Drive first through the Lake District to Delft, best known for its famous blue pottery. See the weighing houses, historical buildings and canals that typify Dutch cities, and stop at Porceleijne Fles pottery, where a copy of Rembrandt’s Night Watch has been made in Delft Blue tiles. See the process of pottery-making and the results in the workshop and exposition room. At Scheveningen, a s...
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Windmills & Edam
Enjoy a lesson in the art of cheese-making and a scenic ride through the colorful Dutch countryside. Just a short distance from Amsterdam lies the village of Zaanse Schans, located on the banks of the River Zaan. Bring your camera as the scenery packed into this tiny park/village is quite remarkable—the windmills dotted along the river are quintessentially Dutch. There is a small cheese f...
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Weather
Weather
| Month | Temp Avg | Temp High | Temp Low | Rainfall |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | 36.6 | 40.0 | 34.0 | 5.6 |
| Feb | 36.0 | 41.0 | 34.1 | 5.6 |
| Mar | 41.4 | 45.7 | 36.9 | 4.3 |
| Apr | 48.2 | 51.9 | 42.8 | 5.5 |
| May | 55.7 | 59.2 | 49.3 | 3.3 |
| Jun | 61.1 | 64.5 | 54.5 | 5.0 |
| Jul | 63.7 | 67.8 | 58.3 | 5.6 |
| Aug | 63.3 | 67.3 | 58.4 | 6.6 |
| Sep | 58.8 | 62.9 | 54.9 | 9.0 |
| Oct | 51.7 | 55.4 | 47.6 | 9.3 |
| Nov | 44.3 | 46.8 | 40.6 | 8.3 |
| Dec | 40.1 | 41.0 | 35.0 | 8.0 |
Departure Information
Departure Information
Ship's Terminal
Passenger Terminal Amsterdam
Piet Heinkade 27
1019 BR Amsterdam
The Netherlands
Driving and Parking
Information
DIRECTIONS BY CAR:
From Amsterdam Schiphol Airport
(AMS)
Head southeast on Tweeduizend El toward Sloterweg.
Turn left at Sloterweg.
Turn left at N232/Schipholweg.
Turn right at Amsterdamse Baan/s106.
At the traffic circle, take the 3rd exit onto the A9 ramp
to Amsterdam/Utrecht.
Merge onto A9.
Take the E19/A4 exit toward Amsterdam.
Follow signs for Amsterdam and merge onto A4/E19.
Take the exit onto A10/E22 toward Ring
Amsterdam/Zaanstad/Leeuwarden.
Take exit s102-Westpoort 3000-9000 toward IJmuiden.
Keep right at the fork, follow signs for s102.
Turn right at s102/Transformatorweg (signs for s102).
Slight right at s101/Spaarndammerdijk Continue to follow
s101.
Slight left at s100/Van Diemenstraat Continue to follow
s100.
Make a U-turn at Blauwhoedenveem.
Parking Info
Parking is available at the Passenger Terminal click here for parking information.
Local Contacts
Holland America Line has hired Holland International as
the local representative in Amsterdam. Should you find
yourself needing assistance while in Amsterdam please
contact them directly at their office:
011-31-20-517-1813. They can also assist you should you
become separated from your luggage.
Please note that this office cannot answer questions
related to reservations, shore excursions, or upgrades.
WHERE TO STAY BEFORE OR AFTER YOUR CRUISE VACATION:
Holland America Line will gladly make all the arrangements for your
Pre-cruise or Post-cruise stay in Amsterdam. Please call 1-877-932-4259 to add a hotel stay. Guests who book their hotel stays through Holland America Line will enjoy extra special attention such as:
- An onsite Holland America Line representative will assist you in your stay; just visit them in the lobby.
- A welcome letter upon check-in letting you know about local life and how to make reservations for dinner, tours, and other Amsterdam must-see attractions.
- Leave transportation arrangements to us.
For Post-Cruise Guests we include transportation from the ship to the hotel and from the hotel to the airport.
In both cases, these transportation arrangements to/from the hotel and airport are for guests that have HAL Fly Cruise arrangements or that have purchased a transfer voucher for this and advised us of their flight arrangements at least 14 days prior to arrival.
Look for our agents with Holland America Line Signage directly outside the Customs area at the airport.
If you would like to book on your own may we suggest one of the following hotels:
Renaissance Amsterdam Hotel - (011) 31-20-621-2223
Embarkation / Check-In
WHAT TO KNOW ABOUT CHECKING-IN:
Get to the Pier
Please arrive no earlier than 9:30AM. The building may
not be open before this time.
Check Your Luggage
Attach a Holland America Line Bag Tag to all pieces of
checked luggage. Upon arrival, staff will meet you and
give instructions regarding your baggage. Please show
your cruise ticket to the security personnel. Your bags
will be scanned and then loaded onboard and delivered to
your stateroom.
Check Your Documents
ONLINE CHECK-IN DOCUMENTATION
Guests who have completed the Online Check-In
requirements are only required to present the following:
- Proof of Citizenship
- Signature Preferred Boarding Pass
- Credit Enrollment Form along with the credit card you wish to use for onboard expenses.
- Holland America Line Health Questionnaire.
Guests who prefer to check-in at the Terminal will need to bring the following items:
- Cruise Ticket
- Handwritten Immigration Form
- Credit Enrollment Form, along with the credit card you wish to use for onboard expenses
- Proof of Citizenship
- Holland America Line Health Questionnaire
ONLINE CHECK IN
Step into the following check-in line:
- Signature Preferred
Check-In
Click here to complete Online Check-In and receive
your Signature Preferred Boarding Pass
Step into one of the following check-in lines:
- Penthouse and Deluxe Verandah Check-In
- Non-US / Non-Canadian Check-In.
- Standard Check-In
Board Your Ship
In Amsterdam, embarkation starts at about 10am.
An announcement will be made once the embarkation
process
is ready to start.
Visa Requirements
Voyages departing from Amsterdam typically go throughout
Europe. Some passports from assorted nations need a
Schengan Visa in order to board. Please carefully review
your itinerary and discuss your personal requirements
with the proper consular officials prior arriving in
Amsterdam. Those guests who require a visa and do not
obtain one will be denied boarding.
WHAT TO KNOW ABOUT LEAVING YOUR SHIP:
Approximate Time of Disembarkation
In Amsterdam, disembarkation typically starts at approximately 7:30AM and ends at 9AM.
Government Clearance
All Guests are subject to Customs and Immigration
clearance prior to disembarking the ship. Please keep
your passport and citizenship documents with you at all
times.
All luggage is either laid down in the disembarkation hall by color/number order, or is taken to the airport and lined up for guests to claim prior to checking in with the airlines. Once you are invited to exit the ship please come and find your color/number or you will be directed to the buses and will claim your bags at the airport. Please exit the building with all family members and luggage, once you leave you cannot re-enter.
Your Transportation
Immediately outside the doors of the disembarkation hall you will be directed to the Holland America Line motorcoach transfers and taxis.
In Amsterdam, guests usually choose to take Holland America Line arranged transportation, as it is faster and there is little to no confusion. There is also limited long distance taxi service available to/from the ship's terminal.
Holland America Line offers transfers between the A International Airport (CPH), Recommended Hotels and Ship's Terminal via motorcoach.
If you would like to book a transfer please call 1-877-SAILHAL and tell them you would like to add a transfer.
Depending on your air arrival time and date, special instructions have been included in your ticket book advising where to find your Holland America Line Guest Service Representative at the airport.
Distances
Amsterdam Schiphol Airport (AMS) To Ship: 9 miles or
about 30 mins
by vehicle.
Amsterdam Schiphol Airport (AMS) To Downtown: 9 miles or
about 30 mins by vehicle.
Ship's Terminal to Downtown: 1 mile or about 5 minutes by
vehicle.
Ship's Terminal to Hotel: 1 mile or about 5 minutes by
vehicle.