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Duration 10 days 18 days
Price From $ 1,890 $ 2,230
Price Per Day $ 189 $ 124
Highlights
  • See the Eiffel Tower, Arc de Triomphe, the Louvre, the Champs-Élysées, and Notre Dame Cathedral
  • Check out Paris from the top of the Eiffel Tower
  • Amsterdam boat cruise and admission tickets to Rijksmuseum & Van Gogh Museum
  • Doge's Palace & St. Mark's Basilica 2-Hour Tour in Venice
  • Visit St. Peter's Basilica in the Vatican City
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Trip Style Private guided tour N/A
Lodging Level Standard Standard
Physical Level
  • 2- Easy
  • 2- Easy
Travel Themes
  • Cultural
  • Family Friendly
  • Singles Travel
  • Cultural
Countries Visited
Cities and Attractions
  • Amsterdam
  • Arc de Triomphe
  • Doge’s Palace
  • Eiffel Tower
  • London
  • Notre Dame Cathedral
  • Paris
  • Rome
  • The Louvre
  • Venice
  • Alps
  • Amsterdam
  • Arc de Triomphe
  • Arles
  • Avignon
  • Barcelona
  • Bellinzona
  • Bruges
  • Burgundy
  • Colosseum
  • Eiffel Tower
  • Florence
  • London
  • Paris
  • Pisa
  • Rome
  • Siena
  • Tuscany
  • Venice
Flights & Transport Internal airfare and ground transport included No
Activities
  • Culture
  • Historic sightseeing
  • Independent
  • Culture
  • History
Meals Included

6 Breakfasts

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Description

Take an epic trip through the most famous capitals of Europe, walk on Champs Elysees and see Paris from top of Eiffel Tower, explore ancient Rome and Vatican,  fall in love with romantic Venice, enjoy a cruise in Amsterdam and explore cosmopolitan London.

18 Days, 8 Countries. Explore Europe - London, Paris, Barcelona, the French Riviera, Rome, Venice and much more in 18 Days!
Itinerary: From London to Amsterdam and Venice Tour

Day 1-2: London

We ask our participants to arrive in the morning till 11.00am. On the 1st day you will explore the city, see Westminster Abbey, the Cathedral of St. Paul's, Buckingham Palace and Hyde Park. Later in the afternoon visit the Tower of London and enjoy an amazing London Eye tour in the evening.

 Accommodation: Park Plaza Riverpark or similar

Day 2-4: Paris

Accommodation: Novotel Paris or similar

Discover fascinating Paris and check this beautiful city from the Eiffel Tower and in the evening you will have free time to explore the nightlife of the city. On the next day enjoy sightseeing tour around Paris and visit Louvre museum.

Day 4-6: Amsterdam

Accommodation: Wyndham Opollo or similar

Today you will travel to Amsterdam, a city which is called the Venice of the North, to see the cute little houses, ride on the boat, explore the museums and see masterpieces of the Van Gogh Museum, and additionally see Madame Tussauds museum or enjoy Heineken brewery.

 Day 6-8: Venice

Accommodation: Mercury Venezia or similar

Today you will have an exquisite city tour of Venice that covers the most significant highlights of St. Mark’s Square, with entrance to the Doge's Palace and St. Mark's Basilica. Additionally visit Academia and Guggenheim Museum or take a water bus to Murano and Burano Islands.

Day 8-10: Rome

Accommodation: Starhotels Rome or similar

Explore the history of Rome on a walking tour, see the Colosseum, the Roman Forum, Piazza Venezia, Trevi Fountain, Pantheon & Piazza Navona. On the next day you'll have an excursion to Vatican and visit St.Peter's Cathedral. And do not miss the amazing Italian food and wine.

Itinerary: Europe Explorer

Day 1: London - Paris

Welcome to the start of your tour! Leaving London behind us, we make our way to Paris, crossing the English Channel and arriving in the ‘City of Lights’ in the afternoon. We'll take you on a driving tour of the French capital; get your cameras ready - you’ll be seeing some of the city’s most treasured landmarks, including the Eiffel Tower, Notre Dame and the Arc de Triomphe! After the driving tour we'll enjoy dinner at a restaurant in the Latin Quarter, an eclectic, bohemian and historic neighbourhood. We'll then travel back to the hotel on Paris' world famous metro system, ready to explore the city further on our free day tomorrow!

Experiences
Driving Tour of Paris: driving tour of this famous city where you may see L’Opéra Garnier, the Tuileries Gardens, Place de la Concorde, Hotel de Ville, The River Seine, l'Ile de la Cite, the Louvre Museum, Eiffel Tower, Arc de Triomphe, Lovers Bridge, Sacre Coeur, Montmartre, Pigalle (the Red Light District) and see the Moulin Rouge.

Accommodation
Ibis la Defense
B&B Porte Des Lilas
B&B Paris Malakof
Ibis Paris La Villette Cité des Sciences
B&B Paris Italie Porte de Choisy
B&B Hôtel Orly Chevilly
Other Foods to try
It's not all fine dining - visit a boulangerie (bakery) and try simple but delicious baguette, croisants and Jambon-beurre sandwiches.
Extra Information
Breakfast
Lunch
Dinner


Day 2: Paris - Free day

Paris is yours to explore! Use your free day wisely – there’s so much to see! Optional excursions include a River Seine cruise, which offers the perfect way to see some of the city’s main sights. You can also opt for a trip up Montparnasse for incredible views of the city and the Eiffel Tower. Towering high above the city, it’s the perfect place to get an eyeful of the City of Lights, especially at sunset. Look out for the hourly light show at the Eiffel Tower – time your visit to coincide with this spectacular display! There’s even an optional cabaret show in the evening! Alternatively, head to the Eiffel Tower, visit the world-famous Louvre museum, stroll around the boutiques and bistros of La Marias, wander down the Champs Elysees, or head to famous monuments like Notre Dame Cathedral, see Oscar Wilde’s gravestone at Père Lachaise Cemetery or venture deep underground to the infamous catacombs.
Attractions to discover in your free time
Arc de Triomphe Daily, 1 October - 31 March 10:00-22:30, 1 April - 30 September 10:00-23:00 with a last entry 45 minutes before closing time, Closed on 1st January, 1st May, 8th May (morning), 14th July, 11th November (morning), 25th December Full price: 12 EUR, Reduced: 9 EUR
Eiffel Tower Summer - Lift: 09:00-00:45 with a last entry at 23:00 (top), Stairs: 09:00-00:45 with a last entry at 00:00; Rest of the year: Lift: 09:30-23:45 with a last entry at 11:00/10:30 (top), Stairs: 09:30-18:30 with a last entry at 18:00 Admission (lift): Adults: 25 EUR, Between 12-24 yrs: 12.5 EUR, Under 4 yrs: Free
Disneyland Paris Daily 10:00 - 19:00
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Sacré Coeur Daily 06:00 - 22:00 Free
Notre Dame Daily 07:45 - 18:45, Sat & Sun 07:45 - 19:15 Free
Louvre Various times 09:00 - 18:00 (Closed Tues) Adults €15 ; Children (under 18) Free
Catacombes Tue-Sun 10:00 - 20:30 (last entry 19:00) Adults €13; Children (under 18) Free
Optional Excursions
Paris + Tour €50
River Seine Cruise €12
Cabaret Show €70-90
Montparnasse Observation Deck €15
An Evening in Montmartre €40
* Stated prices and availability are subject to change.


Day 3: Burgundy - Beaujolais - Avignon

On our way to Avignon we'll sample a taste of small town France with a lunch stop in Burgundy. In the town of Beaune you can visit the beautiful Hospices de Beaune and try some delicious French cuisine for lunch. Our next stop is Beaujolais. This wine-producing region is most famous for the light-bodied red wine of the same name. We'll visit a château and enjoy a wine-tasting. We then continue on to the ancient fortified town of Avignon and take an orientation tour before enjoying a typical French dinner at a local restaurant.

Experiences
Burgundy lunch stop: enjoy a stop in Burgundy, a UNESCO World Heritage site and famous wine-producing region. You will have some free time to explore this beautiful medieval town centre and the opportunity to try local food and wine.
Visit a château in the Beaujolais wine region and enjoy a tasting of the local wines. Made from the Gamay group, Beaujolais is a light-bodied red wine, with low levels of tannins and high acidity.
Your tour leader will take you on an orientation walking tour of Avignon, where you will see the Palais des Papes, the old Avignon town walls, Notre-Dame des Doms and Pont d’Avignon. 

Accommodation
Ibis Budget Avignon
Ibis Nimes Ouest
Residhotel Grand Hotel Avignon
MERCURE Orange centre
Other Foods to try
Provence - delicious wine, enjoyed simply with bread and cheese.
Extra Information
Breakfast
Lunch
Dinner


Day 4: Pont du Gard - Barcelona

Leaving Avignon, we continue on through the idyllic French countryside to Pont du Gard to see a famous relic of the Roman Empire – the famous 2000 year-old Roman aqueduct. Afterwards, we make our way to Spain and the vibrant city of Barcelona, taking a driving tour of the city and learning a little more about its extraordinary main sights before having dinner. Take note of all the places you want to see during your free day tomorrow!

Experiences
A stop to see Pont du Gard, an ancient Roman aqueduct bridge that crosses the Gardon River.  The bridge has three tiers of arches, stands 160 ft tall, and once carried 44 million gallons of water a day to the fountains, baths and homes of the citizens of Nîmes.
Take a driving tour of vibrant Barcelona, which you can then explore further on your free day. You can see La Monumental Bullring, Sagrada Familia, Casa Batllo, Joan Miro Park, Fountain of 3 Rivers, The Venetian towers, Magic Fountain, Poble Espanyol (Spanish Village), Olympic stadium,
Port of Barcelona, Christopher Colombus Column, Las Ramblas, and a photo stop with views over the city. 

Accommodation
Ibis Meridiana
Ibis Santa Coloma
Eurostars Mitre
Other Foods to try
Tapas - Spanish finger food, consisting of small plates of delicious hot & cold appetizers.
Extra Information
Breakfast
Lunch
Dinner


Day 5: Barcelona - Free day

Today is yours to spend as you like! Stroll Las Ramblas and take a peek at Gaudi’s unfinished masterpiece: the glorious La Sagrada Familia. You could also go shopping, eat tapas (which the city is famous for), relax on the beach or head into one of the city’s many parks. With its distinctive Catalan ambience, Barcelona is an incredibly rewarding city to explore on foot, filled with hidden cantinas, intriguing boutiques and winding walkways – particularly in the old town. Seek out the food markets too – the perfect place to introduce yourself to the distinctive taste of Catalan cuisine!
Optional Excursions
Flamenco show & dinner €75
Catalan tapas dinner €30
* Stated prices and availability are subject to change.


Day 6: Arles - French Riviera

Off we go to the French Riviera! On the way, we’ll stop off in Arles, a region you may recognise from the canvasses of Van Gogh. A favourite of the Romans, there’s no shortage of historical artefacts to see, including an impressive theatre and amphitheatre – which still host bull-fights, festivals and street parties. We’ll then travel onward to the French Riviera. Known worldwide for its glitz and glamour, the Cote d’Azur is where high society has always assembled to enjoy art, food and entertainment.

Experiences
Visit Arles: a comfort stop in this fascinating city with colourful houses that you may have seen in many of Van Goghs’ paintings of Arles. You will have time to see the impressive Roman Amphitheatre.

Accommodation
ibis Styles Nice Aéroport Arenas
Hôtel Nicea
Appart'City Nice Acropolis
Ibis Budget Nice Californie Lenval
Kyriad Nice Gare
Other Foods to try
Bouillabaisse - a traditional fish stew originating from Marseille.
Extra Information
Breakfast
Lunch
Dinner


Day 7: Monaco - French Riviera

Today you will have the morning free to explore the French Riviera. This is the playground for the rich and famous - keep your eyes open for celebrities and stars whilst you are enjoying the sights! This afternoon we'll experience the glitz and glamour of the world-famous Principality of Monaco, a microstate on the southern coast of France. On our way we'll stop at a perfumery, where you'll learn more about the history and science behind these fragrances. On arrival in Monaco we'll walk to the Princes Palace, the official residence of the Sovereign Prince of Monaco, which offers amazing vistas from a viewpoint overlooking the super yachts in the harbour. We'll then take you to visit the legendary Casino de Monte-Carlo, where you'll have some free time to try and win your fortune on the tables and slots (entrance fee not included).

Experiences
Visit a perfumery: dating back to the 18th century, this traditional French perfumery is one of the oldest in the region. Perfume making is an art that dates back to antiquity and during your guided tour you will learn all about the complex processes involved in capturing and bottling these exquisite scents. Afterwards you will have the opportunity to visit the gift-shop if you wish to take a keepsake home.
Monaco: visit this tiny principality and the second smallest and most densely populated country in the world! Take a scenic coastal drive from Nice, stopping first at a viewpoint for stunning views over the harbour, where super yachts are anchored. The Grand Casino (entrance fee applies) is particularly spectacular, and the castle district offers beautifully preserved architecture and views of the coast and city.

Accommodation
ibis Styles Nice Aéroport Arenas
Hôtel Nicea
Appart'City Nice Acropolis
Ibis Budget Nice Californie Lenval
Kyriad Nice Gare
Extra Information
Breakfast
Lunch
Dinner


Day 8: Pisa - Florence - Tuscany

Heading inland once more, we make for nearby Italy and one of the world’s most famous landmarks, the leaning tower of Pisa! Be sure to have your cameras at the ready, this is one photo opportunity you wouldn’t want to miss. After Pisa, Florence is our destination, where we’ll have a guided walking tour of the city. Learn about the history of the city and see historical landmarks dating from Roman times to the glory days of the Renaissance. Be sure to get photos of Ponte Vecchio, Palazzo Vecchio, the Basilica of Santa Croce, the Florence Baptistry and of course, Michelangelo’s famous statue of David – a replica of which stands in the Palazzo della Signoria. (The original can be seen in the nearby Accademia Gallery.) After exploring, we make for the hills of Tuscany, arriving at the ancient Tuscan spa town of Montecatini Terme where we’ll spend the night.

Experiences
View the Leaning Tower of Pisa: your chance to see the world famous Leaning Tower of Pisa, or even take some iconic pictures of you ‘holding up’ the tower.  
Walking tour of Florence: the capital city of the Tuscan region of Italy and considered to be the birthplace of the Renaissance.   We will take you on a walking tour with a professional local guide where you will see Florence's Baptistery, Bell Tower, Gates of Paradise, Brunelleschi's Dome, Piazza della Signoria, Palazzo Vecchio, Ponte Vecchio.
Optional Excursions
Tuscan Dinner €22
* Stated prices and availability are subject to change.

Accommodation
Hotel Massimo d'Azeglio
Hotel Meridiana Florence
Other Foods to try
Lampredotto is a Florence street food, consisting of the fourth stomach of the cow cooked in a broth and then served with salsa verde or/and spicy sauce.
Extra Information
Breakfast
Lunch
Dinner


Day 9: Tuscany - Rome

We make our way to the country’s capital, Rome. You’ll be taken on a walking tour of the city, which will introduce you to the incredible history of this unique city, which reigned supreme as the focal point of the Roman Empire. Highlights today include the Spanish Steps, the Pantheon, Piazza Navona, the Roman Forum and of course the Colosseum. On the way to our accommodation for the evening, you can start to plan what to do with your free day tomorrow - the Vatican City is unmissable!

Experiences
Walking tour of Rome: this city has so much to see and do we can’t list everything here but your walking tour of Rome with a professional local guide will give you a great start for further exploration in your free time. You will see the Colosseum, Roman Forum, Arch of Septimus Severus, the Trevi Fountain, the Pantheon, Piazza Navona (Fountain of the Quattro Fiumi) and the Spanish steps.

Accommodation
Hotel Cristoforo Colombo
Hotel Club House Roma
Hotel American Palace
Other Foods to try
Typically based on seasonal ingredients prepared in a simple way, with lots of vegetables (peas, artichokes and beans), meat (lamb and goat) and cheeses (Pecorino romano and ricotta).
Extra Information
Breakfast
Lunch
Dinner


Day 10: Rome - Free day

Rome boasts ancient ruins, historical landmarks, religious buildings and a buzzing atmosphere like no other. The Colosseum is spectacular, offering fabulous views of the city, and an unbelievable feeling of drifting backwards in time, to when gladiators, chariots and lions dominated the arena. Later this afternoon you'll have the opportunity to take advantage of an optional excursion to visit the Vatican City - the smallest country in the world! Inside the walls you can visit the Sistine Chapel and see for yourself the famous ceiling painted by Michelangelo, as well as numerous other famous art pieces dotted around the buildings. 
Optional Excursions
Vatican City guided tour €50
Castel Gandolfo €70
Roman food tour €60
* Stated prices and availability are subject to change.


Day 11: Siena - Venice

Our first stop is the Tuscan town of Siena, which is famous for its cuisine, wine, art, museums, medieval cityscape and the Palio, a horse race held twice a year. You will have time to explore before we continue on our journey. Later, we arrive into Venice in the early evening, a city immortalised in literature, film and art for centuries. Its timeless waterways and artistic masterpieces (more per square kilometre than anywhere else on earth) make it truly unique – this is a city that will capture your heart and imagination. Being Italian, there’s no shortage of incredible food and culture either! You have the evening free to relax at the hotel, or explore Venice with the option to join your tour leader on a twilight water taxi cruise of the Venetian canals.

Experiences
Visit Siena: we visit the Tuscan town of Siena, famous for the Palio horse race and also for its food and wine.

Accommodation
Elite Residence Hotel
NH Laguna Palace
Hotel Complex Ambasciatori & Delfino
Hotel Venezia
Extra Information
Breakfast
Lunch
Dinner


Day 12: Venice

You’ll start your stay in Venice with an orientation tour led by your tour leader so you can get your bearings, after which you have free time to explore this unforgettable city at your leisure. Every visit to Venice should include a gondola ride, which your tour leader can organise for you, as well as a trip further out into the lagoon to visit Murano and Burano. These islands are famous for their glass-blowing and lace-making crafts respectively, and rows of beautiful multi-coloured houses. Alternatively you can simply relax and soak up the sun on the sandy beaches at Jesolo or Lido. There’s also St Mark’s Square, The Bridge of Sighs and the Doge’s Palace to see – and any number of culinary delights to sample too!

Experiences
Orientation tour of Venice: your tour leader will take you into the heart of this unique floating city for an orientation to help you explore and see St. Mark’s Square, St. Mark’s Basilica, St. Mark’s Museum, Campanile (Elevator to the top), Doge’s Palace , Rialto Market and Scuola Grande di San Rocco.
Optional Excursions
Venice Gondola Ride €20
Murano, Burano & Venetian lagoon €45
* Stated prices and availability are subject to change.

Accommodation
Elite Residence Hotel
NH Laguna Palace
Hotel Complex Ambasciatori & Delfino
Hotel Venezia
Other Foods to try
Pizza. Thin, crispy, fresh basil and delicious toppings!
Extra Information
Breakfast
Lunch
Dinner


Day 13: Bellinzona - Swiss Alps

Crossing the border into Switzerland, we stop off in Bellinzona, a beautiful city in the foot of the Swiss Alps famous for it's three UNESCO World Heritage Site castles. You'll have some free time for lunch and to visit one of the castles if you wish. We then continue on to the Swiss Alps, climbing higher into the mountains to our accommodation in a typical Swiss mountain village in the Jungfrau region. One of the most popular alpine destinations, it’s a great introduction to the magic of the mountains – and makes for a memorable drive too. Dinner is at your hotel and afterwards relax, drink, chat with your fellow explorers and grab an early night as tomorrow you can join us on our most popular optional excursion – the Jungfraujoch, the Top of Europe!

Experiences
Comfort stop in Bellinzona. Positioned in a green valley at the foot of the Alps, Bellinzona boasts three of the best-preserved medieval castles in Switzerland, along with picturesque squares and beautiful neo-Classical architecture.
Scenic mountain drive: spectacular views as we drive through mountain passes and alongside lakes, breath-taking mountain vistas and scenic views of quaint Swiss towns.

Accommodation
Alpenrose Hotel & Gardens
Swiss Youth Hostel Interlaken
Hotel Baren Ringgenberg
Hotel Schonbhul
Hotel City Oberland
Das Hotel Sherlock Holmes
Other Foods to try
Cheese fondue - dip bread and meat into a pot of delicous melted cheese.
Extra Information
Breakfast
Lunch
Dinner


Day 14: Swiss Alps - Free day

The splendour of the Alps is yours today – don’t miss the chance to join our optional excursion up to Jungfraujoch, also known as the top of Europe! The trip to Europe’s highest train station is a real highlight; you might find yourself pressed up against the windows as the picture-perfect Swiss countryside rolls beneath you. Look out for quaint villages nestled in the valleys beneath snow-capped peaks and tumbling mountain waterfalls. Once we’ve reached the top, enjoy the year-round snow and breath-taking views of the surrounding glaciers and craggy mountaintops. Once you’ve had a chance to explore and capture as many photos as possible, it’s back down to lower altitudes for the rest of the afternoon.
Optional Excursions
Train to Jungfraujoch €175
White-Water River Rafting €108
Sky-diving CHF395
Paragliding €155
Swiss Dinner €25
* Stated prices and availability are subject to change.


Day 15: Black Forest - Rhine Valley

Departing from the Swiss Alps the road leads us to Germany’s Black Forest. Have your camera at the ready as you drive past beautiful rivers and forested hills and valleys. Our lunch stop is in Baden-Baden, famous for its thermal baths and casino, with some free time to explore and have lunch. Then we’ll drive on to the Rhine Valley, where we’ll hop aboard a Rhine riverboat for a cruise past castles, vineyards and picturesque villages. After the cruise you’ll be treated to an included wine tasting led by a local wine merchant. If the harvest has been good, you may even get to try eiswein (ice wine), a very sweet dessert wine during the freezing winter months and produced in only very small quantities. For travellers looking to buy souvenirs, you’ll have the chance to pick up authentic examples of cuckoo clocks and beer steins today.

Experiences
Baden-Baden: enjoy free time to wander the pedestrianised streets, admire the grand colonnade architecture and have lunch in the spa town of Baden-Baden. This town is famous for its spas, horse racing and casino.
Rhine river cruise: watch the beautiful scenery and the largest concentration of gothic castles in Europe go by as you cruise along the Rhine river.
Rhine Valley wine tasting: visit a local wine merchants in one of Germany's most famous wine growing regions, and sample several types of delicious German wine. Popular varieties from the surrounding area and neighbouring regions include Riesling, Spätburgunder and Pinot Noir. This region is the only part of Europe that produces eiswein (ice wine), a highly prestigious dessert wine. The weather conditions have to be just right for the harvest in the freezing winter months, so this wine can only be produced in very small quantities.
Cuckoo clock and beer stein shop: wander round the shop and admire the craftwork of the hand made cuckoo clocks, beer steins, music boxes, Birkenstocks and hummel figurines. This is the perfect opportunity to pick up a cultural icon of Germany as a souvenir.

Accommodation
Rheinlust
Ibis Bonn
Hotel Weiland
InterCity Bonn
Other Foods to try
The Rheingau, one of Germany's distinguished wine regions, stretches along the Rhine between Lorch and Hockenheim. Try Riesling and Eiswein.
Extra Information
Breakfast
Lunch
Dinner


Day 16: Rhine Valley - Amsterdam

The Netherlands is our next stop, and we arrive first at the windmill for a quick photo stop. Afterwards enjoy a traditional cheese-making demonstration, and learn about how that most quirky and quaint of footwear choices – the clog – is made, before travelling onward to Amsterdam. Here we’ll check in to our hotel before joining a complimentary Amsterdam canal cruise! Watch the city drift past as you sail by, and listen out for tips and interesting insights into the city from your tour leader. The evening is yours - explore the canals and Dam Square, and enjoy your time in this fascinating city.

Experiences
Windmill: we stop at the iconic Riekermolen Windmill.
Cheese and clogs demonstration: see how these famous shoes are traditionally made by hand and taste some fantastic cheeses. Of course the chance to shop and get those unique souvenirs.
Amsterdam Canal Cruise: sail along Amsterdam's stunning canals at twilight and enjoy a delicious pizza as you cruise.  A perfect  introduction to Amsterdam you will cruise along Amsterdam's atmospheric canals.  Choose from six types of pizza, Ben and Jerry's ice cream,  and you can also upgrade to include unlimited soft drinks, beer and wine.

Accommodation
Hampton by Hilton Schipol Airport
Holiday Inn Express Schipol Airport
Park Inn Plaza Amsterdam Airport
Crowne Plaza Amsterdam Schiphol
Lake land Hotel
Other Foods to try
Dutch Kroket, cheese, bitterballen and pastries!
Extra Information
Breakfast
Lunch
Dinner


Day 17: Amsterdam - Free day

The day is yours to further explore Amsterdam. Marvel at the sheer volume of artwork available here – and don’t miss a visit to the Van Gogh museum! There’s also the Rijksmuseum, Rembrandthuis, the Stedelijk, and of course the Hermitage Amsterdam. Don’t forget the Anne Frank Museum too – commemorating the life of Anne Frank, one of the most discussed victims of the Jewish Holocaust. Her diary documented her ordeal hiding from the Nazis in war-torn Europe, and the museum in Amsterdam is a must-see for anyone visiting Amsterdam. Tired of museums? Hire a bicycle or board a barge to explore the city further, visit the cafes, or simply stroll along and see what the next corner brings – Amsterdam is chock-full of charming details, a rewarding city for those who seek out its best bits.
Attractions to discover in your free time
Anne Frank’s house Nov-Mar: daily 09:00 - 19:00 | Apr-Oct: daily 09:00 - 21:00 Adults €9 ; Kids €4.50 (10-17 yrs)
Van Gogh Museum Jan-Feb: 09:00 - 17:00 | Mar-Sep: 09:00 - 18:00 | Sep-Dec: 09:00 - 17:00 Adults €15; Children (under 18 yrs) Free
Rijksmuseum Daily 9:00-17:00 Adults €17.50; Children (under 18 yrs) Free
Houseboat Museum Open 10:00- 17:00 | Jan-Feb & Nov-Dec: Thurs-Sun / Mar-Jun & Sept-Oct: Tues-Sun / Jul & Aug: Mon-Sun Adults €4.50; Children (5-15 yrs) €3.50
Optional Excursions
Heineken Experience €18
Amsterdam Dungeon €21
Madame Tussauds €22
Farewell dinner €30
* Stated prices and availability are subject to change.


Day 18: Bruges - London

After breakfast, we bid farewell to Amsterdam and make our way back to London via the Belgian city of Bruges. Famous for its beer, waffles, chocolate and moules et frites, this is definitely a good place to be if you’ve brought your appetite. An extremely popular medieval city with no shortage of cobblestone streets, historic old churches and lofty towers, this is a great city to explore and a good spot to pick up any last-minute souvenirs. Once you’ve had a look around, it’s back to the coach for the final leg of our journey back to London.

Experiences
Visit Bruges: a stop in this beautiful medieval town with some free time so you could try the signature national dish of frites and moules, see or even climb the Belfry Tower,  have a Belgian beer or buy some amazing Belgian chocolate. 
Other Foods to try
Chocolate, chocolate, chocolate. Bruges is a chocolate hotspot!
Extra Information
Breakfast
Lunch
Dinner


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