Benelux Highlights

Itinerary

 

Day-1: Paris

  • Welcome to Paris - monument-lined boulevards, museums, classical bistros and boutiques are enhanced by a new wave of multimedia galleries, creative wine bars, design shops and tech start-ups.
  • On arrival – get private transfer to your hotel and day at leisure.

Overnight stay at Paris.

 

Day-2: Paris

  • Discover Paris in your own time and at your own pace with the 3 hop-on hop-off loops throughout Paris with over 35 stops at major attractions! Enjoy a comfortable seat each time you take the bus as well as fantastic views from on top of the unique and fun double decker bus.
  • Frequent buses give you the opportunity to visit, at your own pace, the top monuments and sites of Paris. This gives you the freedom to hop-on and hop-off as often as you would like while you explore the historical, romantic, fashionable, fun and shopper friendly Paris you have been looking for. Enjoy free walking tours from Opera and Notre Dame in English as well.

Overnight stay at Paris.

 

Day-3: Brussels

  • After breakfast – morning at leisure . Later tale train transfer to Brussels
  • Totay you are free to explore Brussels - - Historic yet hip, bureaucratic yet bizarre, self-confident yet unshowy, Brussels is multicultural to its roots.

Overnight stay at Brussels.

 

Day-4: Brussels

  • Immerse yourself in the medieval majesty and rich historical heritage of Ghent and Bruges on a full-day trip from Brussels. Accompanied by a knowledgeable guide, marvel at the UNESCO-listed city of Ghent as you visit legendary landmarks like the Castle of the Counts, St. Bavo’s Cathedral, and the picturesque old port. Then, travel through the verdant Belgian countryside to Bruges in order to witness the architectural beauty and winding waterways of the iconic city. Stroll quaint cobbled streets on the way to Market Square and absorb the sacred ambiance of the Basilica of the Holy Blood during your comprehensive tour of the city.

Overnight stay at Brussels.

 

Day-5: Brussels

  • Delve into Europe’s ancient historical heritage on a comprehensive full-day tour of Luxembourg from Brussels. Absorb the antique charm of Luxembourg as you visit landmarks like the Royal Palace, Notre-Dame Cathedral, and the European Court of Justice with your knowledgeable guide. Before heading back to Brussels, stop in the beautiful town of Dinant and see its 13th-century cathedral.

Overnight stay at Brussels.

 

Day-6: Amsterdam

  • Day to relax after breakfast. Board train and see the countryside of Belgium & Holland. Arrival at Amsterdam and check-in at your hotel.

Overnight stay at Amsterdam.

 

Day-7: Amsterdam

  • Enjoy the guided countryside tour of Netherlands.

Iconic Dutch sights

If you ask anybody what pops into their mind when they think of the Netherlands, most people will say windmills, tulip fields and the lively centre of Amsterdam. Its picturesque canals, historic buildings, exotic nightlife, and open-minded culture stand out. And while Amsterdam is undeniably one of the country’s most fascinating tourist destinations, the scenic Dutch countryside and windmills in the surrounding area are often overlooked. Fortunately, you can easily combine your visit to the country’s bustling capital with a phenomenal countryside and windmills tour from Amsterdam. The peaceful villages of Zaanse Schans, Marken and Volendam are only a short drive from the city centre. There you’ll be able to enjoy the tranquillity of the area and immerse yourself in the old way of life as you admire the colourful Dutch windmills.

An open-air museum

When you get outside the Dutch capital you enter a different world, with most of the small towns surrounding the city appearing like open-air museums. The Dutch Countryside and Windmills Tour will take you from Amsterdam to the villages of Zaanse Schans, Volendam and to the former island of Marken; the order of tour can change.

A visit to Zaanse Schans means you can get your fill of historical windmills. Over ten windmills line the banks of the Zaan river and the area around them is free for you to wonder around in as it really is an open-air museum. You can enter some of the windmills at a small extra charge. Zaanse Schans is one of the best places to see windmills in Holland.

Volendam is a typical Dutch fishing village and taking a walk along De Dijk and through the harbour area will not disappoint. Here you will visit the Cheese Factory to learn more about how the Dutch make cheese and have a little taste as well. If you are staying in town for lunch, we recommend the freshly caught fish.

The third location visited on the tour is the village of Marken, a former island in the Markermeer, now a peninsula. You'll travel between Marken and Volendam by boat, with a scenic, 30 minutes trip across the IJsselmeer. Enjoy the view as you sail past the towns of Monnickendam and Katwoude.

When you walk among the houses on Marken, be careful to stay on the road because before you know it you're in someone's garden. A visit to a traditional clog, or wooden shoe, maker completes our tour. Here clogs are still made according to a 100-year-old tradition with steam powered tools. They are surprisingly comfortable as you will be able to try for yourself.

An unforgettable experience

During this tour you will discover a world unlike any other, an experience that is sure to be cherished by adults and kids alike. Take a break from the commotion of the city and unwind as you visit one of the Netherlands’ best-kept secrets.

The Amsterdam countryside is waiting to welcome and introduce you to a completely other side of the Netherlands compared to its bustling capital city. You can buy your ticket for a fun-filled Netherlands windmills tour adventure right here.

Overnight stay at Amsterdam.

 

Day-8: Departure

After breakfast at the hotel, take private transfer to airport. Tour Conclude!

Price Per person: EUR 907

INCLUDES

  • Train Transfers (2nd Class): Paris – Brussels - Amsterdam
  • Paris Hop-on/off throughout the city at your own pace
  • Tour the top monuments and quarters of Paris
  • Visit both UNESCO–listed Bruges and Ghent with ease in one day
  • Explore top attractions like Saint Bavo Cathedral and Walplein Square
  • Full-day excursion to Luxembourg from Brussels Take a scenic drive by comfortable coach through the beautiful Ardennes region
  • Discover Luxembourg highlights such as Notre-Dame Cathedral, the Royal Palace of the Grand Duke, and the Place d’Armes
  • Enjoy free time to wander through Luxembourg's Old Town at your leisure
  • Explore the picturesque town of Dinant and see its impressive 13th-century cathedral
  • An up-close look at the windmills of Zaanse Schans
  • See how cheese is made
  • Everything from the Classic tour, and
  • A 30 minute boat tour between Volendam & Marken unique to this tour
  • See how clogs are made with an antique steam engine
  • Visit an authentic Marker home from the 1940s
  • Visit a windmill still in operation
  • Private Transfer: Paris Airport – Hotel
  • Private Transfer: Amsterdam Hotel – Airport
  • 2 nights stay at Paris with breakfast
  • 2 nights stay at Amsterdam with breakfast
  • 3 nights stay at Brussels with breakfast

Hotels:

Paris                Hauteville Opera, De la Jatte / Similar

Brussels           De France Hotel, Hotel Siru / Similar

Amsterdam     Xo Park, Xo Hotels Couture / Similar