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Holland

Considered by many to be the waterways kingdom of the North, enjoy the fields of tulips, wooden windmills and slender town houses on a boating break in Holland.

Regional Highlights

  • Dutch masterpieces by Vermeer, Rembrandt and Ruisdael at Amsterdam's Rijksmuseum
  • The Dom Tower in Utrecht. Climb 465 steps to the top for superb views over the town’s beautiful canals and waterside restaurants
  • Sneek – the watersports centre of the Friesland region. Have fun on the water, visit its colourful shops and try a ‘Boterdrabbel’cake at a local café
  • Muiderslot – home to Holland’s most famous medieval castle and fabulous herb garden
  • The great lock at Muiden
  • Giethoorn – the ‘Little Venice’ of Holland

Boating is a way of life in Holland, so come on board and discover the best way to see this beautiful country! Make friends with the friendly Dutch nation on the waterways, admire the traditional windmills that border your cruising routes, head off on the waterside cycle routes or moor up in smart new marinas where modern facilities are plentiful and good.

Here are some cruising suggestions...

Week Breaks

The Capital Cruise
Strand Horst - Amsterdam - Utrecht - Strand Horst
Cruise along the River Vecht and admire the waterfront country houses that line your route. Get some cultural and cosmopolitan fun in Amsterdam. Admire brilliantly cut gems at the famous diamond polishing factories and discover great works by Rembrandt, Vermeer and Ruisdael at the Rijksmuseum. Visit the Rietveld-Schroder house in ...
Duration: One Week
Cruise Type: Return Trip
Distance: 180 km
Locks: 4
Cruise Time: 33 hrs

The Lakes & Cities Cruise
Sneek - Grouw - Lemmer - Sneek
Depending on the route you take, this delightful journey can be done in 10hrs (80kms) or 20hrs (200kms). Cruise to Grouw and explore the sailing base, before moving to Princehof and taking some photographs at the nature reserve. Workum is home to many of painter Jopie Huisman’s works, visit the town’s museum ...
Duration: One Week
Cruise Type: Return Trip
Distance: 200 km
Locks: 0
Cruise Time: 20 hrs

The Best of Holland Cruise
Sneek - Loosdrecht - Strand Horst
This superb cruise takes you on a journey from the northern lakelands through to the vibrant cities in the centre of Holland - Amsterdam, Utrecht, with many opportunities to enjoy sailing, sightseeing and shopping en route. Picturesque cottages line the dyke at Workum; soak up the sun beside the great lock at Muiden ...
Duration: One Week
Cruise Type: One Way
Distance: 200 km
Locks: 6
Cruise Time: 35 hrs

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BASES IN THIS AREA

SELF DRIVE BOATS IN THIS REGION RUN BY LBO

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Caprice

4 stars 4 Permanent Berths 2 Temporary Berths
The Caprice is a modern design, with a light and airy interior, ample headroom and features normally associated with larger boats. The 2 en-suite cabins are located towards the front of the boat, leaving the rear of the boat open for relaxing! The glass sliding doors in the sitting area lead...
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Classique Star

4 stars 8 Permanent Berths 2 Temporary Berths
An elegant and spacious cruiser comfortably sleeping eight people. 4 cabins/lounge/3 bathrooms Two rear cabins, each with two single beds convertible into one double bed both with en suite bathrooms. Two forward cabins, one with double bed and the other with two cross over single bunk...
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Clipper

4 stars 4 Permanent Berths 2 Temporary Berths
Sumptuously spacious for four – in two separate large cabins each with en suite toilet/shower. 2 cabins / lounge / 2 bathrooms Front cabin with double bed and en suite toilet and shower Rear cabin has two single beds convertible to a double and en suite toilet and shower...
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Elegance

4 stars 6 Permanent Berths
A beautiful light, spacious and well-appointed boat. The big brother to the Caprice with an emphasis on comfort, space and light. The 3 en-suite cabins are located towards the front of the boat, with the dining room and kitchen to aft. Glass sliding doors open onto a rear deck with steps up...
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Grand Classique

4 stars 10 Permanent Berths 2 Temporary Berths
Unrivalled for style, comfort and space and is ideal for big families or groups! 5 cabins/Lounge/3 Bathrooms Two rear cabins, each with two single beds convertible into one double bed One central cabin with two single bunk beds Two forward cabins, one with double bed and the other...
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Royal Classique

4 stars 6 Permanent Berths
The most luxurious of the Classique range. A new classic look for our Classiques These boats have had their interiors completely revamped using a range of designer soft furnishings fitted to improve their overall appeal for 2009. These boats will surely please everyone who goes on board...
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Cirrus

3 stars 2 Permanent Berths 2 Temporary Berths
Generous accommodation for a small family, or two people. 1 cabin/lounge/1 bathroom  Model 1 Main rear cabin with two single beds Saloon with settee convertible to double bed Upper sundeck with a second steering position Door from saloon to forward sundeck sitting area...
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Classique

3 stars 8 Permanent Berths
A beautiful boat with a stylish interior and sleek exterior. A new classic look for our Classiques These boats have had their interiors completely revamped using a range of designer soft furnishings fitted to improve their overall appeal. These boats will surely please everyone who goes on...
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Countess

3 stars 4 Permanent Berths 2 Temporary Berths
Stylish and spacious boat with rear sundeck - newly upgraded for greater onboard comfort 2 cabins/lounge/2 bathrooms Newly modernized lounge with new upholstery and wood-effect flooring Spacious and comfortable lounge with convertible settee and inside steering position Music system...
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Crusader

3 stars 6 Permanent Berths
A smart cruiser offering excellent accommodation for six people. 3 cabins/lounge/3 bathrooms Three separate cabins each with en suite bathrooms with shower and toilet Forward cabin with two single beds Two rear cabins each with single beds convertible to double Lounge with...
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Sheba

2 stars 3 Permanent Berths 2 Temporary Berths
Nice spacious boat for a couple or young family 1 cabin/lounge/1 bathroom Aft cabin with double bed and convertible single settee Convertible double bed in saloon Two steering positions, one inside and one outside Shore power Radio/CD player Headroom : 1. 88m...
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Tamaris

2 stars 4 Permanent Berths 2 Temporary Berths
A popular family boat 2 cabins/lounge/2 bathrooms Forward cabin with two single bed convertible to a double bed (not in Alsace and Burgundy) Spacious lounge with interior steering position, opening roof, dining table, convertible double bed or two single beds Rear cabin with double...

SPECIAL OFFERS

  • Discounts with Le Boat

    Temporary discounts:

    These special offers are valid for all bookings confirmed by 31/05/2013:


    - May: All destinations: 20% off all durations
    - June - July: 15% for these destinations:
                 - France: Alsace, Brittany, Midi/ Camargue , Burgundy Nivernais and Loire, Aquitaine
                 - Germany, Italy, Holland, Norfolk, Ireland
    - June: 15% for these destinations:
                 - France - Burgundy, Thames, Belgium, Scotland
    - July: 10% for these destinations:
                 - Germany, Thames, Belgium, France - Charente
    - August: 10% for these destinations:
                 - Germany, Italy, Norfolk, Belgium, France: Alsace, Aquitaine , Midi,  Camargue
    - September: 10% for these destinations:
                 - France, Brittany, Norfolk
    - October: 15% for France
    - June - October: 15% (10% in September) for these boats
                 - Cirrus, Consul, Caprice, Continentale , Crusader, Magnifique , Salsa
    - August: 10% for only the boat Minuetto
    - From 26th  August to 9th September: 10% for these destinations:
                 - Ireland, Holland, France: Lot, Aquitaine
    - For all months and all destinations: Family discount available through high season.
    - May and June: For all destinations: Selected one-ways in May and June with up to 40% discount, contact the sales team for more information.
    - June: For all destinations: 10% off all short breaks (3-5 nights)
    - August: 10% off Midi and Camargue .
    - May, June and October: For all destinations: Senior discount - 60€/person up to 4 - up to 15%.

     

    Offers can be cumulated up to 15%.  
    These special offers are not applicable to the Royal Mystique, Royal Mystique II, Mystique and Vision unless specified above.

     

    Permanent discounts:

    Short breaks:
    You can book a short break at any time for departure completed by 28th June 2013 or departing after 19th August 2013. Short breaks are also possible during the summer season and can be booked up to 4 weeks before departure.
    3 nights = 55% of weekly price
    4 nights = 65% of weekly price
    5 nights = 75% of weekly price

    Group discounts:
    2 boats -10%
    3 boats -12,5%
    4 boats -15%
    5 boats -17,5%
    6 boats - 20%

    Extended cruise discount:
    book 14 nights or more and get 10% discount off second and subsequent weeks

    Family discount:
    -5% discount if you have one child under 16 on board.
    -10% discount if you have two children or more under 16 on board.

     

    Offers can be cumulated up to 15%.
    5 and 6 anchors boats do not benefit from any reductions.