Tour Netherlands, Belgium & France (Amsterdam To Paris)

Transport

Transport to and from destination included.

Meals

10 breakfasts, 2 lunches, 4 dinners

Guide

Local guides

Accommodation

Day 1 to 3: Swissôtel Day 4 to 5: Hotel Aragon Day 6 to 7: Continental Hotel Day 8 to 10: La Maison Favart

Others

Cook up the local flavors at a hands-on culinary class in Paris. Select from a "menu" of included restaurants in Amsterdam for Diner’s Choice. Grab a drink and some snacks at a family-run brewery before enjoying a dinner of French and Belgian specialties. Stand before the iconic Dutch windmills of Kinderdjik. Make the most of a full-day exploration of Brussels, the bustling capital of Belgium. Immerse yourself in France’s champagne country on a full day of exploration along the Route de Champagne.

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Insurance

Insurance is not included.

Optional

Best of Bruges - $55 pp Bruges Duration: 2.5 Hours Explore the cozy town of Bruges with a guide and get a sense of local traditions. Your day starts with a canal cruise, drifting along the storybook buildings and quaint bridges as you take in the town from a new perspective. Then, get a taste of famous flavors with a chocolate making demonstration and tasting, delving into the world-renowned specialties of Belgian chocolate. After satisfying your sweet tooth, meet with a local lace maker and learn about this intricate craft. Lace has been a product of Bruges for centuries, favored by the high clergy and throughout your day, you’ll get the best of Belgian culture and see just what makes this little town so special. Guests should wear comfortable shoes and be able to walk or stand for one hour at a time. Showtime in Paris! - $169 pp Paris Duration: 5 Hours Your transportation is included Join us for a spectacular evening in one of Paris’s most beloved institutions, the famous Paradis Latin. Situated in a building associated with Napoleon and rebuilt by Gustav Eiffel himself, the Paradis has been running here since 1889. Enjoy a sumptuous dinner with wine, then bring on the champagne and let the show commence! Note that as a typical Parisian cabaret, the show does contain some tasteful nudity and may be considered unsuitable for children — consult with your Tour Manager.

Flights

Flights are not included.

Others

Other activities and services are not included.

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Day 1 Day 1: Overnight Flight
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 1: Overnight Flight

From iconic Dutch windmills and cozy Belgian streets to the world-renowned Champagne region and the “City of Light,” experience the essence of 3 European countries. Connect with deeply rooted cultures as you make your way through the Netherlands, Belgium, and France.
Day 2 Day 2: Amsterdam, Netherlands - Tour Begins
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 2: Amsterdam, Netherlands - Tour Begins

Narrow canals, stone bridges, and bike-brimmed lanes – this is Amsterdam, the lively starting point of your journey. Check into your hotel, located in the heart of the city center and your home for the next 3 nights. Get a taste of the local flavors and meet your fellow travelers at a welcome dinner.
Day 3 Day 3: Amsterdam
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 3: Amsterdam

See the city the way it’s meant to be seen – by canal. On your private boat, cruise under sloping bridges and pass by quintessential Dutch houses. Then, discover Amsterdam’s rich culinary heritage on a locally-led food tour of the multicultural Jordaan district. During your walk, you will get to experience a historic proeflokaal (tasting room) and partake in a tasting of genever, local Dutch gin. As the day draws to a close, meet with a local for a chat about the city’s progressive and often controversial culture. The evening is yours.
Day 4 Day 4: Amsterdam - Optional Excursion
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 4: Amsterdam - Optional Excursion

Make the most of a free day in Amsterdam. You could visit the Van Gogh Museum* and explore the Anne Frank House.* Or opt to spend the day in Royal Delft.** This picture-perfect town has changed little since the times of Johannes Vermeer, who captured its charm in the most iconic paintings of the Dutch Golden Age. Your guided tour concludes with a visit to the Royal Delft porcelain manufacture which has been producing the renowned hand-painted, blue motives since the 16th century. Try your hand at painting a tile before returning to Amsterdam for an evening at leisure.
Day 5 Day 5: Amsterdam - Kinderdijk - Bruges, Belgium
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 5: Amsterdam - Kinderdijk - Bruges, Belgium

Cross the Dutch countryside to Kinderdijk (UNESCO), where iconic Dutch windmills spin slowly over the marshy landscape. Experience the story of wind, water, and of the Dutch willpower that harnessed the elements during a guided tour of the Nederwaard Museum Mill built in 1738. This evening, step into a storybook when you end your day in Bruges, settling in for the next 2 nights.
Day 6 Day 6: Bruges
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 6: Bruges

This morning, wander the cobblestone streets of Bruges while you get familiar with this cozy Belgian town during an orientation walk. Cruise through fairytale canals before connecting with local traditions – tasting Belgian chocolate and learning about the intricate craft of lace making. After an afternoon at leisure, conclude the day with a visit to a local brewery, where you embark on a tasting of Belgium’s most quintessential beverage.
Day 7 Day 7: Bruges - World War I Battlefields - Reims, France
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 7: Bruges - World War I Battlefields - Reims, France

Today, traverse the Flanders, a major battle theatre on the Western Front during the First World War between 1914-18. A local expert recounts the area’s eventful history as you pause to see the stars and stripes raised over the graves of the valiant soldiers who gave their lives in the same battlefields that inspired John McCrae’s poem, “In Flanders Fields.” Early this evening, trade your waffles for wine as you enter Reims, set in the heart of France’s illustrious Champagne region. Settle into your city-centric boutique hotel before dining your way through French cuisine with a 5-course tasting menu and glass of champagne.
Day 8 Day 8: Reims - Champagne Winery - Reims
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 8: Reims - Champagne Winery - Reims

Discover Reims, uncovering the city’s Celtic roots and Gothic architecture during a guided walking tour. Step into the cathedral of Notre-Dame de Reims, gazing up at a sea of colorful stained glass. Cityscapes give way to vineyard rows as you make your way along the Route du Champagne, learning about this world-famous artisan production during a tour and tasting at a nearby maison du champagne.*** Then immerse yourself in the countryside because it’s your choice! Stroll through the vineyards for a visit the eco-museum of Verzenay -OR- climb the 101 steps to the top of the museum’s lighthouse for unencumbered views over the rolling hills of the Champagne countryside.
Day 9 Day 9: Reims - Meaux - Paris
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 9: Reims - Meaux - Paris

Make your way to the French capital this morning. Pause in Meaux, the capital of brie cheese – one of France’s famous soft cheeses. Learn about the artisanal production methods and aging process from a local cheese enthusiast before sampling some of this delectable product for yourself. This afternoon say bonjour to Paris, a hub of innovative cuisine and artistic culture, and your home for the next 3 nights. Explore your new neighborhood until the sun fades and the “City of Light” debuts its sparkling grandeur. Then, spin the wheels of time from the backseat of a retro car, cruising through the chic boulevards to the Montmartre neighborhood, where hip bohemia meets heaven-seeking basilicas.
Day 10 Day 10: Paris - Optional Excursion
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 10: Paris - Optional Excursion

This morning, the ethereal glass pyramid at the Louvre’s**** entrance serves as your gateway into another realm, where ancient sculptures lead to 19th-century canvases. In company of an expert guide-lecturer, marvel at masterpieces such as the Venus of Milo and Delacroix’s Liberty Leading the People before making your way to Da Vinci’s renowned Mona Lisa. Enjoy the afternoon at leisure to explore Paris as you please. Perhaps you’ll take a leisurely stroll through the Tuileries Garden or elegant Place Vendôme with its glittering vitrines displaying jewelry and high-fashion designs. This evening, experience Paris’ nightlife during an optional dinner at the dynamic Paradis Latin***** cabaret show, featuring champagne, can-can dancers, and endless excitement.
Day 11 Day 11: Paris - Optional Excursion
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 11: Paris - Optional Excursion

Be romanced by Paris – today is yours for the taking. Perhaps you’ll visit the Orsay Museum, a former railway station that now houses the world’s best impressionist art. Or channel your inner royal on an optional excursion to the magnificent Royal Palace of Versailles.****** Relive history as you wind your way through sprawling green gardens and palace halls with a local guide. From the prominent Hall of Mirrors to the opulent bedchamber of the queen, take in the palace’s most famous sights before returning to Paris. Tonight, enjoy a romantic dinner cruise along the Seine River. Set against Paris’ glittering skyline, dine on French specialties while peering up at the Eiffel Tower and gently gliding under romantic bridges.
Day 12 Day 12: Paris - Tour Ends
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 12: Paris - Tour Ends

Say au revoir to Europe as you depart for home.

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Netherlands, Belgium & France (Amsterdam To Paris)

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Itinerary of your trip Netherlands, Belgium & France (Amsterdam To Paris)

Day 1: Overnight Flight

Day 2: Amsterdam, Netherlands - Tour Begins

Day 3: Amsterdam

Day 4: Amsterdam - Optional Excursion

Day 5: Amsterdam - Kinderdijk - Bruges, Belgium

Day 6: Bruges

Day 7: Bruges - World War I Battlefields - Reims, France

Day 8: Reims - Champagne Winery - Reims

Day 9: Reims - Meaux - Paris

Day 10: Paris - Optional Excursion

Day 11: Paris - Optional Excursion

Day 12: Paris - Tour Ends

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