Tour Best Of Holland Belgium And Luxembourg (End Brussels, Small

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Accommodation

Apollo Novotel Kirchberg De’ Medici Sofitel Europe

Meals

1 Be My Guest 1 Dinner 1 Farewell Dinner 1 Welcome Reception 9 Breakfasts

Guide

An expert Travel Director and professional Driver

Transport

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

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Explore the Rijksmuseum in Amsterdam, Luxembourg City and Bruges with a Local Specialist Discover Amsterdam, 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 Floriade Expo in Almere (mid-April until end of September) Tickets for Keukenhof Tulip Bulb fields are included during the flowering season (end of March until mid-May) Connect With Locals Join a Belgian family at their Bruges farmstead to learn about Flanders farm life and enjoy a hearty Belgian Be My Guest dinner. Stays with Stories 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. Dive Into Culture Visit the Rijksmuseum, the national art gallery of the Netherlands, where you’ll enjoy its exceptional collection of works by the Dutch masters. Dive Into Culture Learn about the ’green city of the future’ at Floriade Expo 2022 and feel what it would be like to live in a city created with a green heart at its core. Dive Into Culture See first-hand the famous tradition of Belgian lace at a workshop in Bruges. All hotel tips, charges and local taxes All porterage and restaurant gratuities An expert Travel Director and professional Driver Audio headsets for flexible sightseeing Breakfast daily and up to half of your evening meals Cherry-picked hotels, all tried and trusted Must-see sightseeing and surprise extras Optional Experiences and free time

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AVAILABLE ON DAY 2 Dinner In A Historic Dutch House Join us for a delicious meal of Dutch specialities, including drinks, in the elegant surroundings of this historic house. Adult Price: €63.00* * The Optionals and pricing listed here are a guideline only and subject to change. AVAILABLE ON DAY 2 Hidden Amsterdam Still in use by the Dutch Royal Family, The Royal Palace in Amsterdam was built in 1648. Originally serving as the Town Hall, it was also a Napoleonic Palace before its current role. Its rich history and the interior of this magnificent building in the heart of Amsterdam make this a must see. Adult Price: €45.00 AVAILABLE ON DAY 2 Van Loon Museum In the heart of the canal district lies Museum Van Loon, a magnificent private residence built in 1672. The former residence of the artist Ferdinand Bol, the 18th century interior still evokes the splendour of the Golden Age. We’ll discover the large collection of paintings, fine furniture, precious silver and porcelain from several centuries. A short walking tour in the heart of the city will then take us to the Beguinage (Begijnhof), a hidden courtyard where extremely pious women lived for almost 700 years. This glimpse behind the façades of Amsterdam’s world-famous canals is highly recommended. Adult Price: €42.00 AVAILABLE ON DAY 2 Holland’s Favorite Foods Nibble your way through Amsterdam’s international dining scene on a tasting tour led by a Local Specialist. Learn about the international flavors that have influenced Dutch cuisine, while grabbing bites at a cheese shop, beer garden and family restaurant. Savour handpicked local delicacies including artisanal cheeses, a sweet ‘stroopwafel’ and the best fish in town. We’ll wash them all down with a beer or Jenever. Adult Price: €62.00 AVAILABLE ON DAY 3 Kinderdijk Exploration And Boat Ride Join us to discover the spectacular straight line of 19 working windmills at the Kinderdijk. Part of a UNESCO Cultural Heritage site and situated below sea-level, they were built around 1740 to pump water out of the reclaimed ’polder’ lands. You’ll also admire the classic Dutch landscape between the Rhine river branches of the delta, during a relaxing boat ride. Adult Price: €34.00 AVAILABLE ON DAY 3 Muiderslot, A Genuine Castle We’ll take a short drive to imposing Muiderslot Castle, which will give us a real taste of Dutch history. It’s part of Amsterdam’s Defence Line and is UNESCO World Heritage Listed. During your guided tour, through rooms refurbished in 17th-century style, you’ll imagine yourself in a Rembrandt painting as it evokes the period when Pieter Corneliszoon Hooft, known as the "Dutch Shakespeare," occupied the castle. We’ll also enjoy a garden tour and a refreshment in a typical Dutch Inn is included. Adult Price: €56.00 AVAILABLE ON DAY 5 Roman Trier Discovery And Dinner Your Local Specialist will reveal the historic Roman city of Trier, with free time in the centre before you proceed to the nearby hills, for views over the Moselle River and famous wine region. Here, in a traditional villa converted into a restaurant, you’ll enjoy a three-course dinner with drinks overlooking the valley. Adult Price: €70.00 AVAILABLE ON DAY 6 Ypres Excursion and Last Post Ceremony Travel with your local expert to the historic town of Ypres, a ‘city of peace’ famous for its involvement in World War I. Afterwards, you’ll visit two famous cemeteries and attend the famous Last Post Ceremony, which commemorates the fallen of the British Army and her allies on the surrounding Flanders Fields. You’ll also have the chance to visit Ypres’ famous market square and take in the atmosphere of this unique location. Adult Price: €47.00 AVAILABLE ON DAY 7 Magical Bruges By Horse And Carriage Experience a magical carriage ride by the colourful canals and squares of the Venice of the North. You’ll see the Lake of Love with its gliding swans, the ornate bridges, the step-gabled houses reflecting in the canals and hear the bells of the carillon chiming. Adult Price: €38.00 AVAILABLE ON DAY 7 Belgium’s Best Traditions and Tastes You’ll discover all the secrets and techniques that make Belgian chocolate the most exquisite in the world. Then head to a Belgian Brewery to savour a selection of Belgian beers. Adult Price: €39.00 AVAILABLE ON DAY 8 Waterloo Explored In 1815 Napoleon fought his famous last battle here against the Duke of Wellington. You’ll visit the battlefields and monuments, and discover how the face of Europe was changed forever. You’ll also see the huge iron monument built by the widows of veterans, and hear their story as you gaze at the spectacular panoramic view. Adult Price: €40.00 AVAILABLE ON DAY 9 Antwerp Unveiled Join this half-day experience to Antwerp, the second largest city and biggest port of Belgium. You’ll discover the city with your Local Specialist and visit the largest Gothic cathedral of Belgium to see artworks by Peter Paul Rubens. You can also enjoy a traditional beer or waffle in the beautiful square right by the Cathedral. Adult Price: €40.00

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

Day 1: Welcome To Amsterdam

Fall in love with the Lowlands, launching your holiday in the magical city of Amsterdam, whose labyrinthine canals and vibrant squares you will have an opportunity to explore on your own. Later, you’ll meet your Travel Director and fellow travellers for a Welcome Reception cruise, including a light meal and welcome drink. Cruise the city’s famous waterways admiring the picture-perfect surrounds and gabled façades.
Day 2 Day 2: Explore Amazing Amsterdam
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 2: Explore Amazing Amsterdam

Explore Amsterdam’s historic city centre this morning. Dive Into Culture as you join 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: A Day At Floriade Expo 2022
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 3: A Day At Floriade Expo 2022

Today’s excursion will deliver deep insights into the role of horticulture in city building. Dive Into Culture at the once-in-a-decade International Horticultural Expo, Floriade Expo 2022, where you’ll learn all about what it could be like to live in a green city of the future as you enjoy the tranquillity of all that greenery and a multitude of live events. Tour the location’s three districts – Food, Energy and Health – and its Green Island to understand how the urban landscape could change when a city is built entirely with environmental sustainability at its heart. You’ll return home inspired by the prospects of a better future for the planet and having enjoyed an unforgettable encounter with a unique collection of trees, plants and flowers sourced from across the world.
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 centre stage this morning. We spend some time strolling through its town centre before continuing to Bastogne, the site of bloody skirmishes in the World War II Battle of the Bulge. Visit the 12th-century Cistercian Orval Abbey, renowned for being one of the few breweries that produce Trappist beer before journeying to the Duchy of Luxembourg, where tonight we’ll dine in 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

En route to the enchanting medieval village of Bruges, we stop in Dinant whose famous son, Adolphe Sax, is credited with having invented the saxophone.
Day 7 Day 7: Uncover The Treasures Of Bruges
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 7: Uncover The Treasures Of Bruges

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 on your own, immersing yourself in the old-world allure of this town. This evening, we Connect With Locals, joining a Belgian family at their Bruges farmstead to learn about Flanders farm life and enjoy dinner at an exclusive Be My Guest experience.
Day 8 Day 8: Continue To Ghent And Brussels
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 8: Continue To Ghent And Brussels

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 lodgings 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
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 9: Brussels Your Way

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 at leisure. This evening we celebrate a memorable sojourn through three fascinating countries during a Farewell Dinner.
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 your free airport transfer at trafalgar.com/freetransfers.

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Best Of Holland Belgium And Luxembourg (End Brussels, Small

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

Day 1: Welcome To Amsterdam

Day 2: Explore Amazing Amsterdam

Day 3: A Day At Floriade Expo 2022

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

Day 8: Continue To Ghent And Brussels

Day 9: Brussels Your Way

Day 10: Farewell Brussels

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