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28th April - 1 May 2012 |
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Up to a million people take to the streets of Amsterdam for the annual Queen's Birthday celebrations to join in with the dancing and the fun. The already eclectic city of Amsterdam is transformed into a sea of orange as carnival floats, parades, street theatre, fireworks, DJ music and a decorated canal boats create a celebration not to be missed!
The party goes kicks off on 'Koninginnenacht' (Queens Night) 29th April and goes through the night, until the evening of the next day ‘Koninginnedag’ (Queens Day).
Bargain hunters are sure to find some treats in the massive flea market that takes place on the streets of the city. Many people set up stalls or blankets in parks, on sidewalks and even on the roads themselves to sell their second hand goodies, as this is the only day of the year when the Government does not charge the seller taxes!
For Royalty watchers there is the chance to glimpse the present Queen Beatrix, whose mother Queen Juliana’s birthday was on 30th April.
Join us for a weekend of indulgence in the city that never sleeps. This is one of Europe’s biggest & brightest street parties and a definite must for the 2012 Calendar.
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Coach Transport:
Transport is via coach and ferry. All of our coaches are executive models meaning they are equipped with a stereo, TV and video player, and a toilet. The coach journey from London to Amsterdam is around 8-9 hours and of course we make stops along the way for food, drink and cigarette breaks. Please note: First Festival Travel tours are all about great parties so we do allow moderate drinking aboard the coaches.
Accommodation:
Our accommodation for this tour is in ‘Chalet’ style dorm rooms on a popular campsite only 8 kms out of the city centre. The Dorm rooms are spacious, modern, clean and have the option of heating (although hopefully we will not be needing this!). The campsite has excellent facilities including clean bathrooms, hot showers, a campsite shop, FREE WIFI throughout, a large kitchen & dining area with full self catering facilities, an onsite laundry and bicycle hire shop.
Please note, dorms are 6-8 people per dorm. If you wish to share with your friends, please notify us upon booking who you wish to share with so that we can ensure this request is added to your booking.
The campsite is a short walk from the Metro station, where you can get the train directly into the heart of Amsterdam in around 20 minutes. Alternatively, this is also a bus into the centre which runs 24 hours a day! Our coach will also be doing regular shuttles inbetween the campsite & the city centre for your convenience. |
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Saturday 28th April 2012:
An early start this morning for our departure from London. We drive towards Dover before boarding our ferry to the Continent! The entire journey will take approx 8 Hours (including ferry crossing) and we aim to be at our accommodation by late afternoon today. The party starts on the Coach, so feel free to bring drinks and music!
After arriving in Amsterdam, we will make our way to our Campsite accommodation and check in. Later in the evening the group gathers together and gets ready to hit the town for our 1st taste of the ‘Dam! This is a great opportunity for you to get acquainted with the city centre, as we hit the Red Light District tonight for the optional (but highly recommended) Live Sex Show! Welcome to Amsterdam! Welcome to Queens Day 2012!
Sunday 29th April 2012: Queens Night
After shaking off our hangovers with some breakfast, we meet again and head out into the town centre for more celebrations, Queens Day Style!
This morning our group will head to the famous Heineken Factory Experience [entry included in your tour] to sample Holland’s most famous export. This afternoon is free for you to explore the many exceptional museums and sights that Amsterdam has to offer. Your tour leader will be on hand to suggest some highlights and point you in the right direction.
Tonight, is the biggest night of the tour as Amsterdam warms up for Queens Day! Queens Night is the party night of the year in Amsterdam, and we will be getting right in the thick of it!
Monday 30th April 2012:
This is the day you have all been waiting for, and it will not disappoint! With free live stages in every corner of the city, special events in every bar, canal boat floats and free street parties and markets, this is going to be one eventful day! Wear as much orange as you possibly can! A bit of a sleep in today, before we hit the city and join the sea of orange!
Tuesday 1st May 2012:
All good things must come to an end, and after breakfast, this morning we check out of our campsite accommodation and make our way slowly back to London! Approx arrival time in London at our drop off point is early evening.
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 3 nights hostel accommodation at local campsite [shared cabins]
Executive Coach Transport from London
Regular shuttles from campsite to city
Queens Day celebrations
Services of a First Festival Travel Tour leader
Entry into the Heineken Experience
Orange Party Pack
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 Personal expenses
Meals & Drinks |
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