Friday, April 28th:
Keukenhof Gardens
We will begin the day with a trip to the Keukenhoff growing fields and park. Keukenhof has a rich history. For centuries, the area was part of the estate of Teylingen Castle. During the 15th century, game was hunted and food collected in the region’s untamed woods and dunes, for the kitchens of the castle of Jacoba van Beieren. This is where ‘Keukenhof’ gets its name, which means ‘kitchen courtyard’ in Dutch.
Fam Flower Farm
We will make a special stop at a family owned tulip farm where we can explore and speak directly to Dutch growers. You will have the opportunity to walk through gorgeous, colorful tulip fields and take tons of photos while learning about all of these varieties and how they cultivate their blooms. After visiting Fam Flower Farm, we will head back to the city center where students will have time to explore until dinner.