Arrive in Holland, MI this afternoon, meet your local Costumed Guide for a city tour.  Enjoy an inside look at Holland and the Tulip Festival.  Next, visit the Windmill Island Gardens is a beautiful oasis on the edge of downtown Holland, MI.  It features a 249 year old working Dutch windmill “De Zwaan” (meaning graceful bird).  The windmill, which reaches 125 feet from the ground to the top of the blades, towers over 36 acres of manicured gardens, dikes, canals and picnic areas.

Then stop at the Tulip Gardens, Holland’s only tulip farm is ablaze with acres of tulips from late April to mid-May.

Next, tour the De Klomp Wooden Shoe and Delft Factory, a store that words cannot describe.  From the time you walk into the door, your eyes will not believe the beauty and splendor of the items on the shelves.  Talk with the wonderful staff as they explain how they make products from beginning to end production.  See the detail and pride of work that goes into each piece of product made.  There are over 400 different pieces hand-painted by highly trained staff.

Check into your Holland, MI hotel for a two night stay.  Dinner is included tonight at a local restaurant. (D)

This morning, visit the Dutch Village. Step back in time to the Netherlands of 100 years ago where you’ll enjoy Dutch architecture, canals, and beautiful gardens.  Learn a few steps from the klopen dancers, watch artisans make cheese and carve candles.  While here, enjoy a Dutch Culinary Experience.  Learn how to make a traditional Dutch “Koffee kletz” and Ban’ket along with lunch.

Next, you will have reserved seats to watch either the Kinderparade and Volksparade.  Tulip Time parades are some of the largest and most spectacular events in Michigan. All entries have a “Dutch Touch,” making each parade a unique experience!

This afternoon you will enjoy a Tour & Tasting at either Fenn Valley Winery or Coppercraft Distillery.  Tonight, enjoy a dinner and show.  Schedule to be determined. (B,L,D)

After breakfast, depart for home. (B)