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Short Breaks
Kayak the
Channel Islands
There’s no better way to explore the stunning coast of
Guernsey than by kayak. Join a guided tour, taking you
to the pretty sheltered bays and tucked away coves only
accessible by sea. Your instructors will give you the tools
needed to paddle like a pro so that you can experience the
excitement of the sea safely and at your own pace. Once
you’ve mastered the basics, you can simply glide along
the coast while your guides share their knowledge of the
environment, history and wildlife of Guernsey. The perfect
way to take in the scenery and explore this beautiful island.
Experience Amsterdam’s
diversity by day and night
With an overnight stay in Amsterdam, you’ll have plenty of
time to explore the canal-lined city. Pack your comfiest walking
shoes, have your camera at the ready and indulge your sense
of adventure…
Rise and shine for the Aalsmeer Flower Auction; a one-of-a-kind
opportunity to observe the inner workings of the world’s largest
flower trading centre. You’ll have a bird’s-eye view over trading,
where 19 million flowers are bought and sold daily.
Amsterdam’s Museum Quarter is well worth a visit. Waves
of masterpieces can be found in one walkable stretch. From
Rembrandt to Van Gogh, to Banksy and Matisse, there’s plenty
to see between the Rijksmuseum, Moco, Stedelijk and Van
Gogh museums.
Soak up the laid-back buzz on a walking tour with a cheese
and wine tasting treat to boot. Your local guide will lead you
around the narrow, cobbled streets to landmarks like the Royal
Palace, Dam Square and the unforgettable floating Flower
Market – the only one of its kind in the world.
In the evening, why not enjoy a gentle canal boat ride? Take
a seat on a glass-topped boat along the famous crescent-
shaped Herengracht, Keizersgracht, and Prinsengracht canals
and UNESCO listed waterways (whatever the weather). You’ll
sail through the ages, passing well-known monuments like the
house where Anne Frank wrote her secret diary.
Make the night your own. Get cosy or “gezellig” as they say
in Holland, and pick one of the city’s brown cafés (a Dutch
pub). You’ll most likely find wood panelling, low lighting and
good beer – perfect for a relaxed evening. And if you fancy
something a little more energetic, you won’t have trouble As your travel experts, we can arrange many of these
finding the city’s buzzing nightlife… adventures for you. For more information, please visit
pocruises.com/short-breaks or go online to book
your shore experiences at my.pocruises.com
from 365 days before you sail.
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