Classic Paris to Amsterdam

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From France to the Netherlands, travel Europe like a local

Set off on a rail journey through west Europe’s biggest cities, visiting local makers, low-key cities and cultural hotspots. Start the adventure learning all the secrets of Montmartre with a local guide. Bid adieu to Paris and hallo to Belgium with a walking tour of Brussels from a diverse perspective. Stop by Bruges and explore the city of canals, then catch a train headed for the Netherlands featuring Rotterdam urban farms, tile-painting in Delft and the local charm of Amsterdam. Discover the most out of the region with a local leader and plenty of free time to explore.

Map of Classic Paris To Amsterdam including Belgium, France and Netherlands
Trip code: ALKB
Start
Paris, France
End
Amsterdam, Netherlands
Destinations
Belgium, Netherlands, France
Meals
7 breakfasts, 2 dinners
Transport
Train, Public Bus, Metro
Accommodation
Hotel (7 nights)
Days
8
Group size
Min 1 - Max 12
Ages
Min 15
Theme
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Rail
Style
Basix: Simple accommodation, local transport and lots of free time

Original: Tourist-class hotels, some meals included and a great mix of included activities and free time

Comfort: Comfortable accommodation, with a relaxed pace of travel and many included meals and activities

Premium: 4+ star accommodation, exclusive premium inclusions, our most experienced leaders
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Why you'll love this trip

  • Discover the best of west Europe on a trip through the region’s most popular cities: Paris, Amsterdam, Bruges, Rotterdam and Brussels.
  • Learn about urban farming on a rooftop in Rotterdam with a taste of the local produce, then grab a tipple of Jenever from a local distillery.
  • Sit down for dinner with a purpose in Le Reflet, a restaurant in Paris that helps the local community while serving authentic French food.
  • See into the culturally diverse side of Belgium on a private Brussels walking tour with a Zinneke (foreign-born Brussels inhabitant) guide.
  • Hear about the history of the intricate Blue Delft pottery before you paint your own tile art to keep as a memento when you get home.

Itinerary

Map of Classic Paris To Amsterdam including Belgium, France and Netherlands

Inclusions and activities

Meals

7 breakfasts, 2 dinners

Transport

Train, Public Bus, Metro

Accommodation

Hotel (7 nights)

Included activities
  • Paris - Dinner with Purpose at Le Reflet in Le Marais
  • Paris - Welcome Meeting
  • Paris - Hidden Montmartre tour with local guide
  • Brussels - Beer and Chocolate tour
  • Bruges - Orientation Walk
  • Bruges - Canal Boat Tour
  • Rotterdam - Visit of the Jenever distillery incl. tasting or Walvisch Mill
  • Rotterdam - Visit of a rooftop vegetable farm or floating dairy farm including cheese tasting
  • Rotterdam - Orientation Walk - Leader-led
  • Delft - Orientation Walk - Leader led
  • Delft - Tile Painting Class
  • Amsterdam - farewell typical Dutch dinner
  • Amsterdam - Orientation Walk - leader-led
  • Amsterdam - FEBO Snack

Optional activities
  • Paris - Napoleon's Tomb & Les Invalides Army Museum - EUR15
  • Paris - Musee d'Orsay - EUR16
  • Paris - Da Vinci Code Walking Tour - EUR25
  • Paris - Centre Pompidou (must be prebooked in advance) - EUR15
  • Paris - Catacombs (must be prebooked in advance) - EUR31
  • Paris - Fragonard Perfume Museum - Free
  • Paris - Museum of Comparative Anatomy and Paleontology - EUR7
  • Paris - Gourmet Marais Urban Adventure - EUR78
  • Paris - Paradis Latin Cabaret Show (must be prebooked in advance) - EUR90
  • Paris - Eiffel Tower (from - must be prebooked in advance) - EUR23
  • Paris - Louvre Museum (must be prebooked in advance) - EUR22
  • Paris - Sainte Chapelle & Conciergerie - EUR22
  • Paris - Arc de Triomphe - EUR20
  • Paris - Rodin Museum - EUR14
  • Paris - Picasso Museum - EUR17
  • Paris - Palace of Versailles & Gardens - EUR32
  • Brussels - Cantillon Brewery Visit - EUR8
  • Brussels - Manneken Pis - Free
  • Brussels - Grand Place - Free
  • Brussels - Museum of the Musical Instruments - EUR15
  • Brussels - Magritte Museum - EUR10
  • Brussels - Mini Europe Attraction Park - EUR20
  • Bruges - Belfry of Bruges - EUR15
  • Bruges - Museum St John's Hospital - EUR15
  • Bruges - Optional half day trip to Ghent - Free
  • Bruges - Sint-Janshuismolen Mill - Free
  • Kinderdijk - Windmill Complex Visit - Free
  • Lisse - Keukenhof Gardens visit (seasonal: March to May only) - Free
  • Amsterdam - Heineken Museum (must be prebooked in advance) - EUR25
  • Amsterdam - Royal Palace - EUR13
  • Amsterdam - Rijksmuseum - EUR25
  • Amsterdam - Oude Kerk - EUR14
  • Amsterdam - Bike Tour - EUR30
  • Amsterdam - Canal Boat Tour - EUR24
  • Amsterdam - Plastic Fishing (from) - EUR38
  • Amsterdam - Anne Frank's House (must be prebooked in advance) - EUR16
  • Amsterdam - Bike Hire - EUR10
  • Amsterdam - Van Gogh Museum (must be prebooked in advance) - EUR24

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Is this trip right for you?

  • The primary means of transportation on this trip is by train. Trains are a fast way to cross long distances, allowing you to avoid traffic jams and arrive right in the city centre. They are comfortable and all have toilets, however they can get busy. You'll have to carry your own luggage on and off the train, so make sure it doesn’t exceed our weight and size recommendations. You can find specifics under ‘Packing’ in the Essential Trip Information.
  • Space can be limited throughout Europe, especially in hotel rooms close to city centres. You might find rooms smaller than you are used to, but the central locations are hard to beat.
  • The best way to experience a city is by doing as the locals do – and in this case, that means using public transport such as trams, buses or metro at some locations. It’s better for the environment and you’ll get an authentic look at daily life; just be aware you may find yourself sharing a busy bus ride with local commuters or running up the stairs at a metro station.
  • The primary means of transportation on this trip is by train. Trains are a fast way to cross long distances, allowing you to avoid traffic jams and arrive right in the city centre. They are comfortable and all have toilets, however they can get busy. You'll have to carry your own luggage on and off the train, so make sure it doesn’t exceed our weight and size recommendations. You can find specifics under ‘Packing’ in the Essential Trip Information.
  • Space can be limited throughout Europe, especially in hotel rooms close to city centres. You might find rooms smaller than you are used to, but the central locations are hard to beat.
  • The best way to experience a city is by doing as the locals do – and in this case, that means using public transport such as trams, buses or metro at some locations. It’s better for the environment and you’ll get an authentic look at daily life; just be aware you may find yourself sharing a busy bus ride with local commuters or running up the stairs at a metro station.

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Important notes

A single supplement is available if you’d prefer not to share a room on this trip. The single supplement applies to all nights of your trip and is subject to availability. Please speak to your booking agent for further information.

Essential Trip Information

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Classic Paris to Amsterdam
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