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Netherlands, Belgium & France featuring the Keukenhof Tulip Gardens

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Dutch windmills, cozy streets, bubbling champagne, and the “City of Light” – experience the essence of 3 European countries. Explore the world-famous Keukenhof Gardens. Cruise through the canals of Amsterdam on a private boat. Stand in awe before the powerful windmills of Kinderdijk. Spend 2 nights in the storybook town of Bruges. Traverse the World War I Flanders battlefields and travel along the Route du Champagne stopping for a visit to a Champagne winery. See Parisian boulevards, make the most of a free day in Paris and finish with dinner at the Eiffel Tower. Connect with deeply rooted cultures as you make your way through the Netherlands, Belgium, and France.

MUST-SEE INCLUSIONS

  • Make the most of a full-day exploration of Amsterdam, the bustling capital of the Netherlands.
  • Stand before the iconic Dutch windmills of Kinderdijk (UNESCO).
  • Explore Le Marais, an authentic Parisian neighborhood.
  • Explore the world-famous Keukenhof Gardens.

CULINARY INCLUSIONS

  • Be united by food during an Impact Moment at “A Beautiful Mess” in Amsterdam.
  • Tour a traditional brewery in Bruges and sample some legendary Belgian beers.
  • Meet local cheese enthusiasts in Meaux and sample their famous Brie.
  • Dine at the Eiffel Tower.

CULTURAL EXPERIENCES

  • Spend 2 nights in the storybook Belgian town of Bruges (UNESCO).
  • Immerse yourself in France's countryside during an exploration of its Route du Champagne (UNESCO).
  • Learn the secrets of perfume making in Paris.

HOTELS

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Stay:
  • 12 Days
  • 11 Nights
Meals:
  • 10 Breakfasts
  • 1 Lunch
  • 5 Dinners
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Itinerary

  1. Overnight Flight

    From iconic Dutch windmills and cozy Belgian streets to the world-renowned Champagne region and the “City of Light,” experience the essence of three European countries. Connect with deeply rooted cultures as you make your way through the Netherlands, Belgium, and France.

    Accommodation: Swissôtel

  2. Amsterdam, Netherlands - Tour Begins

    Narrow canals, stone bridges, and bike-brimmed lanes – this is Amsterdam, the lively starting point of your journey. Check into your hotel,* located in the heart of the city center and your home for the next three nights. Get a taste of the local flavors and meet your fellow travelers at a welcome dinner.

    Meal included: Dinner
    Accommodation: Swissôtel

  3. Amsterdam

    See the city the way it’s meant to be seen – by canal on a private boat. Cruise under sloping bridges and pass by classic Dutch houses. Continue discovering Amsterdam on a walking tour with a local guide. Complete your day with an Impact Moment at “A Beautiful Mess” – a restaurant that helps refugees find independence in the Dutch community. Be united by food and enjoy locally sourced, environmentally conscious ingredients over dinner with your inspiring hosts.

    Meal included: Breakfast & Dinner
    Accommodation: NH Brugge

  4. Amsterdam - Keukenhof Tulip Gardens

    This morning, explore the world-famous Keukenhof Gardens, featuring acres of tranquil ponds, shaded paths, and more than 7 million tulips and other flowers on exhibit, including hyacinths, daffodils, lilies, roses, carnations and irises. Return to Amsterdam in the mid-afternoon for an evening at leisure.

    Meal included: Breakfast
    Accommodation: NH Brugge

  5. Amsterdam - Kinderdijk - Bruges, Belgium

    Today, it’s your choice as you visit Holland’s storied windmills. Perhaps you’ll stroll along the winding paths and venture inside of a working windmill -OR- bike alongside a local guide through Dutch landscapes. No matter what you choose, take in the wind, water, and open spaces that make Dutch history come to life in Kinderdijk (UNESCO). End your day in storybook Bruges, your home for the next two nights.

    Meal included: Breakfast & Dinner
    Accommodation: Continental Hôtel

  6. Bruges

    Wander the cobblestone streets of Bruges and get familiar with this cozy Belgian town on a walking tour with a local guide this morning. Then, cruise through fairytale canals before connecting with local traditions. Taste Belgian chocolate and learn about the intricate craft of lace making. After an afternoon at leisure, cheers to the day with a visit to a local brewery where you’ll taste Belgium’s most classic beverage. Continue tasting your way across local cuisines and enjoy dinner on your own.

    Meal included: Breakfast
    Accommodation: Continental Hôtel

  7. Bruges - World War I Battlefields - Reims, France

    Traverse the Flanders with a local expert. Witness the stars and stripes raised over the graves of the valiant soldiers who gave their lives on the Western Front during the First World War inspiring John McCrae’s poem, “In Flanders Fields.” Take time to unwind with a glass of wine as you enter the heart of France’s illustrious Champagne region – Reims. Settle into your city-centric boutique hotel before tasting your way through French cuisines during a five-course tasting paired with a glass of champagne.

    Meal included: Breakfast & Dinner
    Accommodation: Courtyard Paris Gare de Lyon

  8. Reims - Champagne Winery - Reims

    Uncover the city’s Celtic roots and Gothic architecture during a guided walking tour in Reims. Step into the cathedral of Notre-Dame de Reims and gaze up at a sea of colorful stained glass. Cityscapes give way to vineyard rows as you make your way along the Route du Champagne. Learn all about this world-famous artisan production during a tour and tasting at a nearby maison du champagne.** Enjoy your afternoon and evening at leisure.

    Meal included: Breakfast
    Accommodation: Courtyard Paris Gare de Lyon

  9. Reims - Meaux - Paris

    Make your way to the French capital this morning. Pause in Meaux – the capital of the famous brie cheese. Learn about the artisanal production methods and aging process from a local cheese enthusiast before sampling some for yourself. Say bonjour to Paris this afternoon and learn the secrets of perfume making during a hands-on workshop led by an expert perfumer, affectionately referred to as “Nez” (Nose). Explore your new neighborhood – your new home for the next three nights – until the sun fades and the “City of Light” debuts its sparkling grandeur. Enjoy your evening at leisure.

    Meal included: Breakfast & Lunch
    Accommodation: Courtyard Paris Gare de Lyon

  10. Paris

    Start your day alongside your Tour Manager wandering through one of the most popular quarters of Paris – Le Marais. This neighborhood is famous for old-world charm, narrow cobblestone streets, hidden courtyards, and tranquil gardens among a vibrant Jewish community. Enter the kitchen of an authentic Parisian bakery to see the workspace and learn the history behind how these bakers make their delicious bread. Explore Paris as you please this afternoon. Perhaps you’ll take a stroll through the Tuileries Garden or elegant Place Vendôme displaying jewelry and high fashion. Experience Paris’ nightlife during an optional dinner at the dynamic Paradis Latin*** cabaret show, featuring champagne, can-can dancers, and endless excitement.

    Meal included: Breakfast

  11. Paris

    Be romanced by Paris – today is yours for the taking. Perhaps you’ll visit the Orsay Museum, a former railway station that now houses the world’s best impressionist art. Perhaps you’d rather witness authentic royalty on an optional excursion to the Royal Palace of Versailles.**** From the prominent Hall of Mirrors to the opulent bedchamber of the queen, take in the palace’s most famous sights with your local guide before returning to Paris. End the day with an exclusive dinner at the Eiffel Tower, featuring French cuisine and breathtaking views.

    Meal included: Breakfast & Dinner

  12. Paris - Tour Ends

    Say au revoir to Europe as you depart for home.

    Meal included: Breakfast

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