10-Day Netherlands, Belgium, Luxembourg, Germany and France Tour: Paris, Brussels, Giethoorn, Amsterdam, Bonn and Champagne | Activity Package Included

What you'll experience

Highlights

10 days

Day-by-day itinerary

1. 1

   Day 1 — Home - Paris

   Transfer to hotel upon arrival. Free time at your leisure. Free pick-up at Paris CDG airport is available on the day from 8-22 o'clock.
   Optional: In-depth tour of Paris, €80/person (from 6 people, customers need to land before 12PM on the this day)

   Meals: B: Excluded, L: Excluded, D: ExcludedStay: Hotel Occidental Paris Levallois
2. 2

   Day 2 — Paris

   Eiffel Tower (exterior visit): one of the symbols of Paris, the Eiffel Tower is one of the most famous towers in the world and offers magnificent panoramic views of the city;
   Notre-Dame Cathedral (exterior visit) : this Gothic church is a landmark of Paris, with a long history and architectural value;
   Arc de Triomphe (exterior visit) : one of the most famous monuments in Paris and France, symbolising the glorious achievements of the French army.
   Seine River Cruise(Activity Package), one of the most iconic tourist experiences in Paris, takes visitors on a beautiful tour of Paris on this famous river.
   Versailles (Activity Package)  is a palace in the south-west of Paris, France, famous for its magnificent architecture, exquisite gardens and rich history.Originally started as a hunting lodge by Louis XIII in 1623, Versailles was later expanded into a palace by his son Louis XIV in 1661. The palace became the main residence of the French kings and a symbol of the absolute monarchy of France. The Palace of Versailles was built in the Baroque style and the architectural design was carried out by the architect Louis Le Vannin, who was later joined by other architects. The palace's architecture is unique, full of luxury and grandeur, showing the power and splendour of the French kingship in the 17th century. The palace consists of the main building and the gardens, which have several palace wings, the most famous of which is the ‘Hall of Mirrors’, a sumptuously decorated hall with mirrors, which used to be the venue for important international meetings and the signing of important treaties.

   

   Eiffel Tower

   

   Notre Dame Cathedral

   

   Arc de Triomphe

   

   Palace of Versailles

   

   River Seine

   Meals: B: Included, L: Excluded, D: ExcludedStay: Hotel Occidental Paris Levallois
3. 3

   Day 3 — Paris-Brussels(320KM/4H)

   Brussels is the capital of Belgium and the seat of the European Union's main administrative organisation, hence the name 'Capital of Europe'. Ideally located in the centre of Belgium, Brussels is a city where history and modernity are intertwined. Brussels is not only the political centre of Belgium, but also known for its rich culture, architecture and gastronomy.
   Grand Place(Exterior visit), Brussels' iconic attraction, surrounded by ornate Gothic and Baroque buildings and listed as a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
   Pissing Boy(Exterior visit), a small bronze statue that is one of the symbols of Brussels, although small, it is very famous and symbolises the sense of humour of the people of Brussels.
   Atomic Sphere Tower(Exterior visit), an exhibit at the 1958 Brussels World's Fair, representing a model of the atomic structure, now an important part of the city's skyline.

   

   Brussels Grand Place

   

   Atomic Sphere Tower

   Meals: B: Included, L: Excluded, D: ExcludedStay: Hotel NH Brussels Airport
4. 4

   Day 4 — Brussels - Antwerp - Rotterdam(160KM/2H20)

   Antwerp, Belgium's second largest city, is also an important port and cultural centre. Located in the Flemish region of northern Belgium, Antwerp is known not only for its busy harbour, but also for its position in the diamond trade, fashion and the arts.
   Antwerp Cathedral of Our Lady, exterior tour: This Gothic cathedral is one of the tallest churches in Belgium and a UNESCO World Heritage Site, and houses several of Rubens' famous paintings.
   Rotterdam, the second largest city in the Netherlands and one of the most important ports in Europe and the world. It is located in the Dutch province of South Holland, near the North Sea, and is known for its modern architecture and vibrant urban atmosphere.
   Kijk-Kubus Museum-house, exterior tour, a futuristic set of tilted cube-shaped buildings designed by renowned architect Piet Blom.
   The Great Market, one of Rotterdam's landmarks, combines multiple functions such as shopping, living, dining and art. The Big Market is not only a place for locals and tourists to buy fresh ingredients and enjoy good food, but also attracts a large number of architecture enthusiasts due to its unique design.
   China Town, located in the centre of Rotterdam, is one of the larger Chinese neighbourhoods in the Netherlands. This vibrant neighbourhood is not only a symbol of Chinese culture, but also an important area to showcase Rotterdam's multicultural fusion.

   Meals: B: Included, L: Excluded, D: ExcludedStay: Hotel Fletcher Hotel-Restaurant Wings-Rotterdam
5. 5

   Day 5 — Rotterdam - Zaandam - Giethoorn(325KM/4H)

   Zaandam, a city full of history and cultural charm, is located about 15 kilometres from Amsterdam. 
   The Three Treasures of Holland usually refers to the three most representative features of the Netherlands: windmills, cheese and wooden shoes.
   The windmill is one of the symbols of the Netherlands and a symbol of Dutch engineering ingenuity. Throughout history, windmills have been used for a variety of functions, the most important being to help the Dutch drain water from low-lying areas and prevent the land from flooding. Windmills were also used for industrial purposes such as grinding flour, sawing wood and producing oil.
   Cheese, Dutch cheese is a world-famous speciality with a long history and a wide variety. One of the most famous varieties of cheese in the Netherlands is Gouda, named after the city of Gouda in the south of the country. Gouda cheese has a soft flavour and fine texture, and is suitable for different stages of ripening.
   Wooden shoes, wooden shoes are a traditional Dutch handicraft and part of the daily life of working people. They were first used in agriculture, fishing and other jobs that required waterproofing and abrasion resistance. Although wooden shoes are no longer worn on a daily basis in modern times, they remain an important symbol of traditional Dutch culture.
   Giethoorn, a beautiful and unique village, is often referred to as the ‘Venice of the Netherlands’ or the ‘Venice of the North’. Famous for its criss-crossing canals, peaceful nature and unique layout with no traditional roads, it is one of the most popular tourist destinations in the Netherlands.
   Giethoorn Boat Cruise,  (Activity Package) , The most distinctive feature of this Village is its network of waterways. There are hardly any normal car roads in the village and the main means of transport are boats or bicycles. Visitors can rent a boat or join a boat tour to travel along the crystal clear canals and admire the traditional Dutch houses, gardens and bridges with thatched roofs on both sides of the village

   

   Giethoorn.

   Meals: B: Included, L: Excluded, D: ExcludedStay: Hotel Levell Amsterdamor
6. 6

   Day 6 — Amsterdam

   Amsterdam, the capital and largest city of the Netherlands, is renowned for its unique network of canals, rich history, world-class museums and diverse culture. Blending old European flavour with modern urban vibrancy, Amsterdam is one of Europe's most popular tourist destinations.
   Van Gogh Museum, self-pay Optional inside visit, the world's most comprehensive collection of works by the famous Dutch painter Vincent van Gogh. Founded in 1973, the museum showcases Van Gogh's paintings and drawings as well as related documentation. It is not only a haven for art lovers, but also one of the most visited museums in the world.
   An Amsterdam cruise (Activity Package).is one of the best ways to experience the city's charms. With more than 165 canals totalling over 100 kilometres in length, Amsterdam is also known as the 'Venice of the North'. A cruise along these historic canals offers a new perspective on the city's unique landscape, architecture and history.
   De Wallen, Red Light District, (Activity Package). One of the world's most recognisable red light districts, known for its open sex industry and nightlife, attracts a large number of tourists to explore. Despite being known for its sex industry, the Red Light District is also a diverse area with a rich culture and history.

   

   Amsterdam Canals

   

   Amsterdam Red Light District

   Meals: B: Included, L: Excluded, D: ExcludedStay: Hotel Levell Amsterdamor
7. 7

   Day 7 — Amsterdam - Cologne - Bonn(290KM/3H30)

   Cologne is situated on the banks of the Rhine and belongs to the state of North Rhine-Westphalia. Cologne is known for its long history, cultural heritage, iconic architecture and vibrant art scene. As one of the oldest cities in Germany, Cologne is not only an economic and transport centre, but is also noted for its rich cultural and religious history.
   Cologne Cathedral Kölner Dom(exterior visit), one of Cologne's most famous landmarks and one of the largest Gothic churches in the world. The Cologne Cathedral, famous for its majestic twin towers, is a UNESCO World Heritage Site. The church is home to the precious ‘Sacred Bone Box of the Three Kings of the East’, which attracts a large number of religious pilgrims and tourists.
   Bonn is a historic city in North Rhine-Westphalia, Germany, located on the banks of the Rhine River. Bonn was the capital of West Germany (Federal Republic of Germany) from 1949 to 1990, and even after German reunification, remained politically and culturally important as the seat of many federal government agencies.
   Beethoven's House(exterior visit), a well-preserved 18th-century building typical of the Rhine region, is located at Bonngasse 20 in the centre of Bonn. Beethoven was born here on 16 December 1770 and spent his childhood here. The house has been open as a museum since 1889. The Beethoven House Museum is one of the world's most comprehensive displays of Beethoven's life and work, with a large collection of precious objects and documents relating to the composer's life and work.

   

   Cologne Cathedral

   

   Beethoven-Haus

   Meals: B: Included, L: Excluded, D: ExcludedStay: Hotel Vienna House Easy by Wyndham Trier
8. 8

   Day 8 — Luxembourg - Champagne(410KM/5H)

   Luxembourg, a small country in Western Europe, may be small in size, but it has a rich history, a unique culture and stunning natural beauty. Known as the 'Land of a Thousand Castles', Luxembourg is famous for its medieval castles, its status as the financial centre of Europe, and its Old Town, a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
    Grand Ducal Palace (exterior visit), the official residence of the Grand Duke of Luxembourg, in magnificent Renaissance style. Although the palace is closed to the public for most of the year, summer visitors can take a guided tour.
   Place de la Constitution(exterior visit), overlooking the Petrus Valley, Luxembourg's landmark site, where visitors can enjoy beautiful views of the gorge, bridges and surrounding area.
   Champagne cellars visit and taste(ages above 5 , Activity Package)  the only region in the world where the production of ‘champagne’ is permitted under this name. The cellars of Champagne are not only one of the most famous wine cellars in the world, but also represent the best of French winemaking tradition and culture. These cellars, most of which are located in the centre of Champagne in cities such as Reims, Épernay and Troyes, are an important part of the World Heritage and attract many wine lovers. The province of Champagne is home to a number of world-renowned Champagne houses, many of whose cellars are open to the public. Visitors can take a guided tour of the cellars, learn about the process of champagne production and taste the different types of champagne. One of the highlights of a visit to a Champagne cellar is participating in a Champagne tasting. Each winery usually has several different vintages and styles of Champagne for visitors to taste, and the narrator will explain the characteristics of each Champagne, how to taste it and how to pair it with food.

   

   Palais Grand-Ducal

   

   Place de la Constitution

   Meals: B: Included, L: Excluded, D: ExcludedStay: Hotel Occidental Paris Levallois
9. 9

   Day 9 — Paris

   Louvre (Activity Package): one of the largest art museums in the world, with a vast collection of art treasures, including the Mona Lisa and the Triumph of Venus;
   Basilique du Sacré-Cœur Exterior visit  it is widely noted not only for its unique architectural style and religious significance, but also for the Montmartre Heights on which it stands, offering an excellent view over the whole of Paris.
   We'll also enjoy free time for shopping, making the most of Paris's world-class boutiques and department stores.

   

   Montmartre

   

   Sacre-Cœur

   

   Louvre Museum

   Meals: B: Included, L: Excluded, D: ExcludedStay: Hotel Occidental Paris Levallois
10. 10

    Day 10 — Paris - Next destination

    After breakfast at the hotel, transfer from Paris to the CDG airport for your next destination. (Drop-off time 8 a.m.)

    Meals: B: Included, L: Excluded, D: Excluded

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