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9-Nights Best of Holland, Belgium and Luxembourg from $2,966
Trafalgar
OFFER ID 1519153
Best Of Holland, Belgium And Luxembourg
Experience all the highlights of the Low Countries on this Holland, Belgium and Luxembourg trip. Buzzing capitals, quaint merchant towns and lush countryside are the backdrop to the fascinating stories of these nations.
Dining Summary
- 9 Breakfast (B)
- 4 Dinner (D)
- Amsterdam: Go Dutch and share a relaxed 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.
- Rotterdam: Witness the impressive market hall and Erasmus Bridge on your orientation of this modern city.
- Orval Abbey: Visit the Orval Abbey, an ancient site steeped in history. The Trappist Cistercian monks of Orval have brewed on this site for hundreds of years.
- Explore the Rijksmuseum in Amsterdam, Luxembourg City and Bruges
- Discover Brussels, Ghent, Maastricht, Amsterdam and Rotterdam
- 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)
Whats Included
- 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
9 nights from $2,966 per person
Trafalgar Tours: Best of Holland, Belgium and Luxembourg
Day 1 - Welcome to Brussels
Launch your holiday in Brussels. Later, you’ll meet your Travel Director and fellow travelers for a Welcome Dinner.
Accommodations: NH Brussels EU Berlaymont
Meals: Dinner
Day 2 - Brussels Your Way
Today, your Travel Director will take you on an orientation tour of Brussels, see the Atomium, designed for the 1958 Brussels World's Fair, Mannekin Pis and the exquisite Grand Place with its opulent and ornate guildhalls. After you will have an opportunity to explore the 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 remaining day at leisure.
Accommodations: Martin's Hotel., Le Louise Hotel Brussels Mgallery, NH Brussels EU Berlaymont
Meals: Breakfast
Day 3 - Continue to Ghent and Bruges
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 on to Bruges.
Accommodations: De' Medici
Meals: Breakfast
Day 4 - 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, indulge your taste buds on an Optional Experience discovering Belgium's Best Traditions and Tastes, before joining the rest of your group for a 3-course evening meal.
Accommodations: De' Medici
Meals: Breakfast, Dinner
Day 5 - Journey to Luxembourg
En route to the Duchy of Luxembourg, we stop in Dinant whose famous son, Adolphe Sax, is credited with having invented the saxophone. Visit the 12th-century Cistercian Orval Abbey for a MAKE TRAVEL MATTER® Experience. This abbey is renowned for being one of the few breweries that produce Trappist beer. Tonight, we wine and dine at our hotel.
Accommodations: Parc Hotel Alvisse Luxembourg, DoubleTree by Hilton, Novotel Kirchberg
Meals: Breakfast, Dinner
Day 6 - 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.
Accommodations: Parc Hotel Alvisse Luxembourg, DoubleTree by Hilton, Novotel Kirchberg
Meals: Breakfast
Day 7 - Onwards to Bastogne, Maastricht and Amsterdam
Continue on to Bastogne, the site of bloody skirmishes in the World War II Battle of the Bulge. Next the fortified city of Maastricht takes center stage, we spend some time strolling through its town center before journeying to the magical city of Amsterdam, where we will cruise the city's famous waterways admiring the picture-perfect surrounds and gabled façades.
Accommodations: Bilderberg Garden
Meals: Breakfast
Day 8 - Explore Amazing Amsterdam Dive Into Culture
Explore Amsterdam’s historic city center 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.
Accommodations: Bilderberg Garden
Meals: Breakfast
Day 9 - 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, we join together for a Be My Guest Farewell Dinner.
Accommodations: Bilderberg Garden
Meals: Breakfast, Dinner
Day 10 - Depart Amsterdam
We bid Amsterdam a fond farewell this morning as we prepare to close the curtain on a memorable holiday.
Meals: Breakfast
Vacation Details
* This departure has been designated a guaranteed departure by the operator, meaning that the minimum number of guests has been met, although still subject to weather and other conditions.
Fine dining, on-site bars or lounges and room service with extended hours are characteristic of deluxe establishments. Guest services usually include valet parking, concierge services, baggage assistance and laundry services. Other on-site facilities often include shops and boutiques, full service spas, full fitness facilities with pools and tennis courts. Business amenities may include available up-to-date technology and support staffs available for services. Attention to detail is apparent in the guestrooms which typically have stylish furnishings, quality bedding and bath products and often provide an evening turn down service.
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USA
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