Duration: 8 days
Start and end point: Harlingen
Available dates 2025:
- June 25th, 16:00 – July 2nd, 11:00
- July 4th, 16:00 – July 11th, 11:00
- August 20th, 16:00 PM – August 27th, 11:00 - FULL
Experience the magic of the Wadden Sea during this special 8-day journey. Since 2009, the Wadden Sea has been listed as a UNESCO World Heritage Site, and for good reason. This unique area is home to over 10,000 rare plant and animal species and offers a breathtaking landscape of sandbanks, islands, and unspoiled nature. During the Wadden Weeks, you will visit several of the five inhabited islands and experience the unique phenomenon of drying out.
A Dynamic Adventure on the Wadden Sea
The Wadden Sea is known for its dynamic nature. At times, the water is as smooth as a mirror, while at other times, a powerful storm shapes the landscape. The channels between the sandbanks have strong currents due to the continuous influence of ebb and flood. These natural elements form the charm of the Wadden Sea and make every journey unique.
Flexible Travel Itinerary Adapted to Weather and Tides
Because the Wadden Sea is constantly changing, we adjust the route just before departure based on the weather conditions and tides. The goal is to visit three of the Wadden Islands and, if conditions allow, to let the ship Josefien “dry out” on a sandbank.
The Unique Experience of Drying Out
Drying out is one of the most remarkable experiences the Wadden Sea has to offer. At high tide, the ship is intentionally run aground on a sandbank. As the tide goes out, the water slowly recedes, and the ship comes to rest completely dry on the seabed. At that point, you can disembark and take a walk across the bottom of the Wadden Sea — a unique experience that is virtually impossible to find anywhere else in the world. When the tide returns, the ship begins to float again and continues its journey.
Book Your Wadden Week Now
Experience the unspoiled nature and unique dynamics of the Wadden Sea during this unforgettable journey. Whether you’re enjoying the peace and beauty of the islands or the adventure of drying out, the Wadden Weeks offer you an experience you will treasure for a long time. Book your spot today and let yourself be carried away by the rhythm of the Wadden Sea!
You can book this trip for € 1.275 per person based on two people per cabin. This includes 9% VAT and tourist tax. This includes:
- A comfortable double cabin with private shower and toilet
- Made beds, towels, shampoo, soap, and bottled water
- A luxurious breakfast and lunch (packed for on the go)
- Every evening a delicious 3-course dinner, except for one evening when you can dine out
- A geared bicycle from the ship Josefien
- Unlimited coffee, tea, and chilled water on board
- Detailed descriptions of the cycling routes, available on paper and digitally
- You can use a pannier bag, helmet, safety vest, and phone holder
- A Wadden excursion
Optional extras:
- E-bike from the ship Josefien for € 100 (limited availability)
- Parking your own bicycle: € 25 (the bike gets a covered spot on board and can be secured to the ship)
- Parking and charging your own e-bike: € 35 (the e-bike gets a covered spot on board, can be secured to the ship, and charged on board)
- Mini fridge for the cabin, capacity 6 liters: € 5 per day
- Cancellation insurance: 6% of the base price. You can cancel up until departure and will get your payment back, except for the cancellation insurance
