Upon arrival, you will be met and transferred to
your hotel. The remainder of the day is at leisure
to explore this lively French capital.
Day 2
Day 2
Paris
Today, enjoy a panoramic small-group minibus tour of Paris' main sights including the Place de la Concorde, Palais Garnier, the Louvre and its pyramid, the quays of the Seine and its famous bridges, and the French Academy. You will have free time to discover Notre Dame on your own. Then continue riding past the Hôtel de Ville and the Latin Quarter to admire the Sorbonne and the famous Panthéon. Drive down the Champs Elysees, and see the majestic Arch of Triumph, the Eiffel Tower, and Les Invalides. End your tour in the Montmartre district where you will have some free time to visit this very lively neighborhood. See the splendid Sacré-Cœur Basilica, pose for a painter on the Place du Tertre, stroll along the charming cobbled streets, and enjoy a panoramic view of Paris. For the rest of the day, we have included a short Seine cruise. (B)
Day 3
Day 3
Paris
Enjoy a full day at leisure. Discover the world capital of chic and style at your own pace. Consider taking an optional tour to Versailles or the Normandy Landing Beaches. (B)
Day 4
Day 4
Paris - Brussels
Transfer on your own to the station to board your
train to Brussels. Upon arrival, make your own way to your hotel. The remainder of the day
is at leisure in this friendly city with exclusive
shops and charming cafes. (B)
Day 5
Day 5
Brussels
Enjoy a half-day city tour and see St. Michaels cathedral and the crypt of the Royal Family. Continue along the Royal Residence towards the Atomium, the Chinese Pavillion, and the Japanese Tower. Next to the Basilica of Koekelberg, enjoy a splendid view overlooking the city. Pass the Column of Congress, the Royal Palace, the Belgian Parliament and end your tour with a stroll to the Grand Palace. The afternoon is at leisure. (B)
Day 6
Day 6
Brussels - Amsterdam
Transfer on your own to the station to board your
train to Amsterdam. Upon arrival, make your own
way to your hotel. The remainder of the day is at
leisure to explore this artistic city. (B)
Day 7
Day 7
Amsterdam
Morning panoramic city tour including the Royal Palace, the National Monument, the Skinny Bridge, the Albert Cuyp market, and a windmill on the River Amstel. Stop at a diamond factory to see the traditional way of polishing. Enjoy a 1-hour cruise along the canals with its beautiful 17th century merchant houses, churches with bell towers, and the Old Harbor. In the afternoon consider taking an optional tour to Marken and Volendam. (B)
Day 8
Day 8
Amsterdam - Return
You will be transferred to the airport for your return
flight home. (B)