Ten years ago, Tauck saw exceptional bookings for its European river cruises featuring the Floriade International Horticultural Expo. In anticipation of the 2022 iteration of the Netherlands’ once-every-decade festival, the company is quadrupling its offerings from a single itinerary to a total of four different river cruises.

Floriade’s expo theme in 2022 is Growing Green Cities, showcasing elements from green architecture to healthy living, situated on 148 acres of land in Almere. The city was raised and reclaimed from the sea and after the festival’s conclusion, the buildings and facilities will function as an environmentally friendly urban center. With a collection from more than 40 countries, Floriade will also feature entertainment, exhibits, a range of cuisine and a diverse campus.

Tauck guests will enjoy a full day at the festival, with early-access admission one hour before the expo opens to the general public and a 90-minute, small-group tour of key attractions with a Floriade expert. They also receive a Tauck-issued, €25 credit card to enjoy lunch or purchase mementos. Tauck secured docking privileges in Huizen, a 10-minute drive from festival grounds, with shuttle services offered. The four itineraries including the Floriade excursion are Amsterdam to Budapest by Riverboat, The Rhine and Moselle, Belgium & Holland in Spring and Cruising the Dutch Waterways.