ISAL presents “VISIT KEUKENHOF 2018”
The best day out among flowers on Saturday, April 21

No matter how long the winter, spring is sure to follow!!! Nature begins its celebration, the land opens up its wonders, and daisies peep through the pea-green grass.  The trees glow in different colored blossoms and spread the fragrance all around. Spring with its diverse beauty is awaited with excitement all around the world.

This spring, nature is throwing one of its unique spring parties at Keukenhof and make sure you are attending it with us on Saturday, April 21, 2018. Keukenhof is the largest and most famous flower park in the world, located in Lisse, Netherlands and can be visited on a day trip from Leuven. It is home to more than 7 million flower bulbs that are planted every year. Gardens and four pavilions show a fantastic collection of tulips, hyacinths, daffodils, orchids, roses, carnations, irises, lilies and many other flowers. You will be overwhelmed by a spectacle of colors and perfumes.
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The day with us, offers you a unique opportunity to witness Bloemencorso Bollenstreek, the annual flower parade, which is a feast, brimming with colorfully decorated cars. Additionally, you can also see the blooming Dutch tulip fields around Keukenhof on a bike or boat ride. This scintillating view is a paradise for photography enthusiasts.
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Do not miss the opportunity to experience these gorgeous views with ISAL. You’re sure to be delighted on the visit. We are looking forward to welcoming you on board!
PARTICIPATION INFORMATION
The event is open to everyone regardless of their background. ISAL is in the 9th year of trips organisation. Since the inception of ISAL trips, student and non-students from diverse background and nationalities have participated in our events, creating an ideal platform for the interaction and building new friends amidst fun-filled travel experience.

Prices
Student                                    33 Euro
Non-student                            38 Euro
kids (4-11 yrs)                          29 Euro
kids (0-3 yrs)                            21 Euro

Price includes
  • Transport to and from with a private comfort class coach
  • Entry ticket to Keukenhof 
  • Light snacks/breakfast on the bus during the onward journey
  • ISAL's easy guide with maps, brochures, and tips
  • 2-3 ISAL student trip leader
  • A stress-free itinerary

​Extra information
  • The coach includes AC and WC facilities.
  • For attendees with children, as per law, a child should be given a full seat. If your child needs "Autostoel" (baby car seat), then please bring your own.  Autostoel is not provided. The baby strollers can be stored in the coach trunk.

Important
All non-EU citizens should ensure to bring their passport and permit (valid visa or residence card).  All EU-citizens should bring their identity card. The border officials might ask to check.
We have limited spots and will be assigned on first come first serve basis. Hurry up and reserve your spot now!!
​ITINERARY

Schedule:
Date:  Saturday, APRIL 21, 2018

Departure from Leuven
06:40 Hrs. at Parking Bodart, Veilingweg, Leuven (map)
06:50 Hrs. at Diestsepoort, Leuven station (map)
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Estimated arrival time at Keukenhof: 10:00 Hrs.
Drop off point: Parking lot at the main entrance of Keukenhof Park (map)

Self-guided tour of the park and more information will be provided on the bus. During the park visit, we may witness, official Dutch Flower Parade: Bloemencorso Bollenstreek, passing the road Westelijke Randweg (N208) just opposite the main entrance around 15:40 Hrs.

Departure from Keukenhof: 18:30 Hrs.
Pick up point: Parking lot at the main entrance of Keukenhof Park (map)

Estimated arrival in Leuven (approximately)
22:00 Hrs. Parking Bodart, Veilingweg, Leuven (map), and Diestsepoort, Leuven station (map)
VISIT INFORMATION
  • The park entrance ticket and map will be provided on boarding the bus. The map will guide you to the various flower exhibitions and displays. The park has several restaurants or cafeteria to choose for Lunch. The locations marked on the map will guide you to places to eat. Consult the park map here.
  • Cycling in the area - Explore the beautiful, colorful surrounding flower fields on a bicycle! Outside the park near the main entrance, Keukenhof hires out women's, men's and children's bicycles and even tandems. They have prepared four different signposted routes for you, with distances ranging from 5 km to 25 km. The bicycle company provides more details and map for the flower fields while renting the bicycle. The bicycle rent is NOT included in the ISAL trip ticket price. Participants are free to explore at their choice. Please find more information here.
  • Whisper boat trips around Keukenhof : Relax as you enjoy the peace and quiet of the endless bulb fields around Keukenhof in an electrically-propelled whisper boat. These boats travel through the beautiful Dutch flower bulb landscape in virtual silence. The boat trip takes 45 minutes. Spectacular photos are guaranteed! At the mill in the park, you can buy tickets for boat trips on the day of purchase. This activity is NOT included in the ISAL trip ticket price. Participants are free to explore at their choice. Please find more information here.
  • The flower parade (Bloemencorso Bollenstreek) : The flower parade is a feast brimming with beautiful colors and delicious perfumes. Twenty huge floats and thirty lavishly decorated cars follow a 42-kilometer route from Noordwijk to Haarlem. The flower parade passes Keukenhof around 15:30 Hrs. along the road Westelijke Randweg (N208) just opposite the main entrance. If you plan to enjoy this spectacular sight where the natural beauty of flowers meets human skill, then do come early to find a good spot. Please find more information here.
​CONTACT
If you have further queries, please write us @ [email protected]