Vincents Homeland and Amsterdam

VINCENT’S HOMELAND AND AMSTERDAM

 

15 – 19 May 2026

Friday - Tuesday

5 Days

From £945

 

Vincent Willem van Gogh was a Dutch Post-Impressionist painter who is among the most famous and influential figures in the history of Western art.  In just over a decade he created approximately 2,100 artworks, most of them in the last two years of his life.  This tour takes on a journey around the Dutch countryside that he loved and to places dedicated to his work including his birth house in Zundert, his family church in Etten-Leur and the famous Van Gogh Museum in Amsterdam.

 

This wonderful new tour is based in the city of ’s Hertogenbosch (also known as Den Bosch) which has a rich history exemplified by its extraordinary museums and the authentic shops, bars and restaurants. The Market Square, on which our hotel in the city centre of Den Bosch is situated, hosts a bustling market three times a week on Wednesdays, Fridays and Saturdays.  If you get time to explore it is also worth visiting Saint John’s Cathedral.

 

HOLIDAY HIGHLIGHTS

Guided walking tours od Den Bosch and Nuenen   |    Vincent Van Gogh House   |   Van Gogh Church Etten-Leur   |  Het Noordbrabants Museum   |   Van Gogh Museum   |   Amsterdam Canal Cruise

 

DAY ONE – Travel to Holland - Arrival

We depart from your home early and travel south to Dover for your crossing to Calais and continue to Holland and your hotel in Den Bosch with time to relax before dinner this evening.

 

DAY TWO – Vincent van Gogh’s homeland

Today after breakfast we Meet up with a local guide for a walking tour of Den Bosch old town. Afterwards, enjoy some free time and lunch and if time allows the option to take a canal cruise.

 

In the afternoon drive to Zundert to visit Van Gogh’s birth house, a house of memory and experience. It is a living art centre on the birthplace of one of the most famous artists in history. Not a classic museum, but an active world of experience

 

Continue to Etten-Leur to visit the Van Gogh family church, where his father was the vicar and where Vincent made the final decision to become an artist.  This was a turning point in his life in 1881 and where he started his artistic career.  During the seven years that his family lived here, he regularly visited the Reformed Church.  In a permanent exhibition in the Van Gogh Church, you can see and hear the story of the importance of Vincent’s time in Etten-Leur. This captivating story is told with a timeline, informative wall panels, showcases, statues, colourful windows and a beautiful animation. And what makes it all even more worthwhile: there is always a guide present in the church who can answer your questions.

 

We then return to the hotel and an evening at leisure.

 

DAY THREE – Van Gogh Village and Art Gallery

After breakfast, we drive to the Van Gogh Village in Neunen where Vincent resided and worked for a short period of his life.  Visit the museum and enjoy a guided village walk.  Vincent Van Gogh’s period in Nuenen was significant and greatly influenced what he painted in France. The fascinating stories about his life in Nuenen and his quest for light, colour and perspective resulted in his first masterpiece, and these are a central theme of the museum. Nuenen is an ‘outdoor museum’ with many buildings and landscapes which have a direct relationship with the artist. He produced a quarter of his total works here, including his first masterpiece The Potato Eaters!

 

We then return to Den Bosch and a visit of the Het Noordbrabants Museum which is dedicated to artists from across the North Brabant region including a collection of Van Gogh works, old masters and many other treasures.

 

The rest of the day and evening is at leisure.

 

DAY FOUR- Amsterdam, Canal Cruise and Van Gogh Museum

After breakfast we head for Amsterdam where you will visit the world famous Van Gogh Museum.  Here you will thoroughly learn about his life from the beginning and explore various exhibitions of his works.  In the permanent collection, you can see Vincent van Gogh’s famous masterpieces, such as Sunflowers, Almond Blossom and The Potato Eaters, as well as his drawings and letters. You will discover the ideas and ambitions behind his art and follow the uninterrupted quest of an artist who was constantly trying to improve himself. This will give you a new perspective on an artist you may have thought you already knew.

 

After the visit, there will be a city canal cruise and some free time to explore the city before returning to Den Bosch for our final evening.

 

DAY FIVE – Departure

Enjoy breakfast before we make our way back to Calais for our ferry crossing and our journey home.

 

YOUR HOLIDAY INCLUDES

Luxury coach travel

Home pick-up

4 nights accommodation, dinner & breakfast

Return ferry crossing – Dover / Calais

90 minute walking tour -Den Bosch

Vincent Van Gogh House

Van Gogh Church Etten-Leur

Van Gogh Village Nuenen

Het Noordbrabants Museum

Van Gogh Museum

Amsterdam Canal Cruise.

 

GOLDEN TULIP CENTRA HOTEL DEN BOSCH

The hotel is located in the most beautiful place of ‘s-Hertogenbosch in the historic market square, the ancient heart of the city.  All bedrooms offer private facilities.  The picturesque “Brasserie Cé” restaurant overlooks  the market square.  It also features 2 bars, as well as a fitness centre which offers a unique view of St. John’s Cathedral from the top floor. Guests can start their day with a wholesome breakfast in the unique 14th-century vaulted cellar. Part of the Brasserie restaurant, Our rooms are decorated with love, each with a unique graphic design that tells the story of 120 years of hospitality in Den Bosch. The hotel has a gym, and all rooms are en suite and have air conditioning, TV, telephone, Wi-Fi, hairdryer & tea/coffee making facilities. The hotel has a lift.

YOUR HOLIDAY INCLUDES

Luxury coach travel

Home pick-up

4 nights accommodation, dinner & breakfast

Return ferry crossing – Dover / Calais

90 minute walking tour -Den Bosch

Vincent Van Gogh House

Van Gogh Church Etten-Leur

Van Gogh Village Nuenen

Het Noordbrabants Museum

Van Gogh Museum

Amsterdam Canal Cruise.

 

GOLDEN TULIP CENTRA HOTEL DEN BOSCH

The hotel is located in the most beautiful place of ‘s-Hertogenbosch in the historic market square, the ancient heart of the city.  All bedrooms offer private facilities.  The picturesque “Brasserie Cé” restaurant overlooks  the market square.  It also features 2 bars, as well as a fitness centre which offers a unique view of St. John’s Cathedral from the top floor. Guests can start their day with a wholesome breakfast in the unique 14th-century vaulted cellar. Part of the Brasserie restaurant, Our rooms are decorated with love, each with a unique graphic design that tells the story of 120 years of hospitality in Den Bosch. The hotel has a gym, and all rooms are en suite and have air conditioning, TV, telephone, Wi-Fi, hairdryer & tea/coffee making facilities. The hotel has a lift.

 

Currency in Holland:  Euro

PLEASE NOTE:  As the UK is no longer in the European Union, there are changes being brought in by Europe it is ESSENTIAL that you read SECTION 14 of our BCH ABTOT Trading Charter (& Booking Conditions) this will inform you of all the up-to-date documents required for travelling into Europe.

 

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JONES HOLIDAYS cannot accept any liability for the consequences of your failure to have the relevant documents when travelling into Europe, so please ensure that you read all the necessary information and apply for any documents required.

 

HOTEL FACILITIES INCLUDE

General	Rooms	Accessibility
4 star	Television	Lift
Bar	Hairdryer	Wheelchair accessible
Restaurant	Wifi
Lounge
Gym

 

DAYS	TOUR DATE	DEPARTS	TERMS	SUPPLEMENT
5	15 – 19 MAY 2026	FRIDAY	£945	£140 SINGLE
JONES HOLIDAY INSURANCE			£88

Rooms are allocated on a first come first served basis and are limited. If no single supplement applies this is limited to the tour single room allocation and therefore additional cost may apply.  Prices displayed are per person unless otherwise stated. If door-to-door pick-up is included there may be additional charges for out of area. Itineraries and hotel inclusions may be subject to change. Seat numbers on the coach may be subject to change. Issues whilst on tour must be raised in the first instance with the driver. Covid-19 restrictions may apply. When making bookings you accept on behalf of yourself and your party the terms in our Trading Charter which can be found in our brochure, on our website at http://www.jonesholidays.co.uk/Jones-holidays-trading-charter, or a copy can be requested from our Sales office.  If your holiday is more than 56 days from departure, we offer a 7-day cooling off period where a full refund will be offered from the date of the initial confirmation invoice (with the exception of flight holidays).

Golden Tulip Central Hotel Den Bosch