Tour Best Of Holland, Belgium And Luxembourg (End Brussels, 10 Da

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All guests travelling with Trafalgar through December 31, 2022 are required to be fully vaccinated against Covid-19, which may include a booster shot to keep the vaccination status current and valid, depending on the travel destination. Children not eligible for vaccination and/or booster at the time of travel must provide a verifiable and negative Covid-19 test result, taken within 72 hours prior to the start of the tour (taking time zones into consideration) for all tours departing until December 31, 2022. While highly recommended, COVID-19 vaccinations and boosters are no longer required for guests traveling with us from January 1, 2023 onward. It is your client’s responsibly to comply with specific vaccine and/or booster requirements imposed by airlines and/or authorities in the destinations visited, as well as requirements for accessing restaurants and venues, which may be more restrictive than the above. No refunds will be given if they are unable to undertake some or all of their vacation due to failure to comply with these requirements.

Accommodation

Apollo Hotel Amsterdam, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel DoubleTree by Hilton, Parc Hotel Alvisse Luxembourg De’ Medici De’ Medici, NH Brugge Sofitel Europe

Meals

1 Welcome Reception (WR) 9 Breakfast (B) 1 Be My Guest (BMG) 1 Dinner (D) 1 Farewell Dinner (FD)

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Amsterdam: Go Dutch and share a gezellig Be My Guest dinner, savoring delicious local cheeses, with the Pauw family on their dairy farm near Amsterdam. Amsterdam: Visit the Rijksmuseum, the national art gallery of the Netherlands, where you’ll enjoy its exceptional collection of works by the Dutch masters. Delft: Visit the Delft Pottery factory to see how this delicate porcelain is created. Bruges: See first-hand the famous tradition of Belgian lace at a workshop in Bruges. Amsterdam: Cruise along the old waterways with your Travel Director and fellow travelers. Discover the architectural gems of the old city, including mansions dating from the Golden Age of the 17th Century. Rotterdam: Witness the impressive market hall and Erasmus Bridge on your orientation of this modern city. Maastricht: Maastricht is one of the oldest cities in Holland, where churches, city walls, monumental merchant houses and big squares merge seamlessly with contemporary boutiques and restaurants. Bastogne: Visit the Mardasson Monument, where American troops who fought for liberation of the Belgian people are memorialised with the inscription ’’They who live now can witness the grandness of those who died here, they all fought with an increasing respect for freedom for which they went through an ordeal of fire to achieve it.’’ : Stop in Villers-devant-Orval to visit the 12th-century Orval Abbey, renowned for its local production of the Trappist beer. Venture beyond the dominant yellow stone façade to discover a variety of architectural styles that evoke the building’s storied history. Luxembourg City: With your Local Specialist, enjoy views over the Petrusse Ravine and walk through the Old Town, a UNESCO World Heritage site. See the cathedral, the Palace of the Grand Duke and visit the grave of U.S. General George S. Patton. Dinant: Stop for time at leisure in Dinant and see the towering Collegiate Church of Our Lady. Bruges: Visit the Market Square and famous belfry of the Market Hall with your Local Specialist. See the Gothic town hall in Burg Square and the frescoes on the walls of the Holy Blood Chapel. Ghent: Stroll along the Lys River to the historic city center of Ghent and discover one of Europe’s finest panoramas of water, spires and centuries-old grand houses. Brussels: Join your Travel Director for an orientation of Brussels. See the Atomium, Mannekin Pis and Grand Palace. : Explore the Rijksmuseum in Amsterdam, Luxembourg City and Bruges with a Local Specialist : Discover Amsterdam, Rotterdam, Maastricht, Ghent and Brussels : Visit General George Patton’s Grave in Luxembourg City, Orval Abbey, Dinant and a lace making workshop in Bruges : View The American Memorial at Bastogne : Scenic Cruise on the canals of Amsterdam and Bruges : Tickets for Keukenhof Tulip Bulb Gardens are included during the flowering season (end of March until mid-May) Brussels: Stay where Europe’s movers and shakers do when they visit Brussels. The elegant Sofitel Brussels Europe lies in the leafy European District of the city. : An expert Travel Director and professional Driver : Cherry-picked hotels, all tried and trusted : All porterage and restaurant gratuities : All hotel tips, charges and local taxes : Breakfast daily and up to half of your evening meals : Must-see sightseeing and surprise extras : Audio headsets for flexible sightseeing : Luxury air-conditioned coach with Wi-Fi in most countries or alternative transportation (such as rail journeys) : Optional Experiences and free time An expert Travel Director and professional Driver Cherry-picked hotels, all tried and trusted All porterage and restaurant gratuities All hotel tips, charges and local taxes Breakfast daily and up to half of your evening meals Must-see sightseeing and surprise extras Audio headsets for flexible sightseeing Optional Experiences and free time

Transport

Luxury air-conditioned coach with Wi-Fi in most countries or alternative transportation (such as rail journeys)

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Day 1 Day 1: Welcome To Amsterdam
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 1: Welcome To Amsterdam

Get ready to fall in love with the beautiful ’Lowlands’, beginning your holiday in the magical city of Amsterdam. You will have an opportunity to explore its labyrinthine canals and vibrant squares on your own before meeting your Travel Director and fellow travelers for a Welcome Reception cruise, including a light meal and welcome drink. Admire the city’s famous waterways, gabled façades and cosmopolitan atmosphere as we launch our adventure together.
Day 2 Day 2: Explore Amazing Amsterdam Dive Into Culture
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 2: Explore Amazing Amsterdam Dive Into Culture

Explore Amsterdam’s historic city center this morning. Dive Into Culture on a Small Group Sightseeing tour of the Rijksmuseum with a Local Specialist. Come face-to-face with such masterpieces as Rembrandt’s ’The Night Watch’, Van Gogh’s self-portrait, and ’The Milkmaid’ by Vermeer. Celebrate spring and enjoy an included visit to Keukenhof (subject to season) where you’ll stroll through an enchanting wonderland of tulips, daffodils and hyacinths with millions of blooms planted across the 32-hectare site.
Day 3 Day 3: Discover Delft And Rotterdam Dive Into Culture
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 3: Discover Delft And Rotterdam Dive Into Culture

Soak up the gezellig Dutch atmosphere this morning, before heading to Delft via The Hague. We Dive Into Culture during a visit to the Royal Delft Pottery workshop and admire the delicate blue and white porcelain that has made this historic town famous. We continue our journey south, arriving in the edgy port city of Rotterdam where we will enjoy an informative orientation tour. Heading back to Amsterdam, tonight we Connect With Locals over a traditional Dutch meal at our Be My Guest Dinner with the Pauw family on their farm.
Day 4 Day 4: Onwards To Maastricht, Bastogne And Luxembourg City
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 4: Onwards To Maastricht, Bastogne And Luxembourg City

The fortified city of Maastricht, with its beautiful old churches, ancient city walls, and stunning merchant houses, takes center stage this morning. We spend some time strolling through its town center before continuing to Bastogne, the site of bloody skirmishes in the World War II Battle of the Bulge. Later we visit the 12th century Cistercian Orval Abbey, renowned for being one of the few breweries that produce Trappist beer, before journeying onward to the Duchy of Luxembourg, where tonight we’ll dine at our hotel.
Day 5 Day 5: See The Sights Of Luxembourg City
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 5: See The Sights Of Luxembourg City

This morning, we pay tribute to Allied Forces hero, General George S. Patton, whose final resting place is the Luxembourg American Cemetery and Memorial. Later, we embark on a leisurely walking tour of Luxembourg City with a Local Specialist. Our route takes us past the Cathedral and the Grand Ducal Palace, with its Flemish Renaissance façades, and includes spectacular views of the gorge of the rivers Alzette and Petrusse. Spend the rest of the day at leisure soaking up the quaint atmosphere of this tiny country or indulge in a coffee while you people-watch in the leafy Place d’Armes – the choice is yours.
Day 6 Day 6: Journey To Bruges
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 6: Journey To Bruges

Today we journey across Belgium, making a stop in Dinant, whose famous son, Adolphe Sax, is credited with having invented the saxophone. Later we arrive in the enchanting medieval town of Bruges, where you can explore the cobbled streets and perhaps try the delicious local chocolate and Belgium’s famous frites – the perfect fried chips!
Day 7 Day 7: Uncover The Treasures Of Bruges Dive Into Culture Connect With Locals
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 7: Uncover The Treasures Of Bruges Dive Into Culture Connect With Locals

Wake up in beautiful Bruges and join a Local Specialist for a walking tour of the town. Take to the water and enjoy a whimsical sightseeing cruise along the city’s wonderful canals lined with Gothic façades. Dive Into Culture next and admire the delicate art of Belgian lace. Spend the rest of the day at leisure, immersing yourself in the old-world allure of this town.
Day 8 Day 8: Continue To Ghent And Brussels Stays With Stories
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 8: Continue To Ghent And Brussels Stays With Stories

Delve into centuries of trade heritage in the medieval port city of Ghent, with its picturesque riverine backdrop. See the three famous towers – Saint Nicholas Church, the Belfry and Saint Bavo’s Cathedral – before continuing to Brussels, a multi-cultural melting pot, which you will have an opportunity to explore after your Travel Director shows you the city’s highlights. See the Atomium, designed for the 1958 Brussels World’s Fair, Mannekin Pis and the exquisite Grand Place with its opulent and ornate guildhalls. This evening, consider sampling mouth-watering Belgian cuisine washed down with the city’s best beers. Our Stays With Stories hotel is the elegant Sofitel Brussels Europe. The hotel has long been the lodging of choice for the world’s movers and shakers, including Mark Zuckerberg and Angela Merkel. It’s surrounded by leafy parks, cafes and museums, in the heart of the tranquil European District.
Day 9 Day 9: Brussels Your Way Make Travel Matter
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 9: Brussels Your Way Make Travel Matter

Embrace this day at leisure to explore the Belgian capital as you wish. Stroll past the Royal Palace and through the leafy lanes of Brussels Park or indulge in tasting delicious chocolate. Your Travel Director will assist you to make the most out of your free day. This evening, join us for a Farewell Dinner to celebrate our memorable sojourn through three fascinating countries.
Day 10 Day 10: Farewell Brussels
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 10: Farewell Brussels

We bid Belgium a fond adieu this morning as we prepare to close the curtain on a memorable holiday. Find out more about available airport transfers at trafalgar.com/freetransfers.

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Best Of Holland, Belgium And Luxembourg (End Brussels, 10 Da

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Itinerary of your trip Best Of Holland, Belgium And Luxembourg (End Brussels, 10 Da

Day 1: Welcome To Amsterdam

Day 2: Explore Amazing Amsterdam Dive Into Culture

Day 3: Discover Delft And Rotterdam Dive Into Culture

Day 4: Onwards To Maastricht, Bastogne And Luxembourg City

Day 5: See The Sights Of Luxembourg City

Day 6: Journey To Bruges

Day 7: Uncover The Treasures Of Bruges Dive Into Culture Connect With Locals

Day 8: Continue To Ghent And Brussels Stays With Stories

Day 9: Brussels Your Way Make Travel Matter

Day 10: Farewell Brussels

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