Holland • Luxembourg • Belgium

9 days from Amsterdam to Brussels, April 23 – May 2, 2027
Escorted by Shelley Perry

Day by Day Itinerary

1 ARRIVE IN AMSTERDAM, HOLLAND

Welcome to Amsterdam!

• At 6 pm, meet your Tour Director and travel companions for a welcome dinner at your hotel.

• dinner

2 AMSTERDAM - Holland Days

• This morning, meet your Local Guide for a fascinating introduction to Amsterdam, the city built on about 11 million wooden poles and criss-crossed by over 165 canals. Board a boat for a canal cruise before visiting the Rijksmuseum, the national museum of the Netherlands. Enjoy free time this afternoon and evening to explore more of this lively city.

• breakfast

3 AMSTERDAM. EXCURSION TO KEUKENHOF, DELFT & THE HAGUE - Dutch Treats

• This morning, visit the world-famous Keukenhof Gardens (departures March 21-May 9), or visit the Heineken Experience, to discover the story behind the famous beer (departures May 23 - September 26). Continue to Delft for a guided visit of the Royal Delft Pottery Factory, where you can view the amazing collection of hand painted pieces and see the skilled craftspeople at work. Later, reach The Hague for an orientation drive with a photo stop at the Dutch Parliament and the International Court of Justice, plus free time for lunch and to explore more. Return to Amsterdam.
  103 mi / 165 km

• breakfast

4 AMSTERDAM–MAASTRICHT–BASTOGNE, BELGIUM–LUXEMBOURG - Heroic History

• This morning, depart the Dutch capital and drive to Maastricht, one of the oldest cities in the Netherlands and birthplace of the European Union and Euro currency. During your orientation of the city, visit the Vrijzhof Square, and see the Basilica of Saint Servatius, the Basilica of Our Lady and the Helpoort city gate. Take some leisure time to explore on your own. Continue to Bastogne in Belgium and enjoy free time to visit the war museum, which houses an interactive exhibition, and the Battle of the Bulge memorial, formerly known as the Mardasson Memorial. Cross the border into Luxembourg for a two-night stay.
  236 mi / 380 km

• breakfast

• dinner

5 LUXEMBOURG - Spend your day your way in Luxembourg

• Enjoy a walking tour in Luxembourg City and see the Palais Grand Ducal and Cathedral of our Lady. Explore more of Luxembourg with your choice of included Globus Choice excursions.

• A Journey Through History - Delve into Luxembourg's history with a guided visit to the Luxembourg City History Museum. A thousand years of history and heritage are brought to life through interactive features, multimedia models, and original artefacts, plus stories and insights shared by the Local Guide. Admire stunning views from the panoramic elevator.

• Sweet Stories - Delicious flavors and fascinating tales complete the recipe for creating your own hot chocolate with a Chocospoon plus your favorite milk and filling. Enjoy pralines and a traditional local pastry accompanied by stories of Luxembourg’s finest treats. Wrap up your experience with sweet souvenirs on a lively Luxembourg shopping street.

• breakfast

6 LUXEMBOURG–WATERLOO, BELGIUM–BRUGES - Battling Bonaparte

• Depart Luxembourg for Belgium with a visit to Waterloo—the site of Napolean’s 1815 defeat and subsequent exile to St. Helena. Visit the memorial before continuing to Bruges, the “Venice of the North.” Late afternoon and evening are yours to explore the charming cobblestone streets of this UNESCO-listed city.
  196mi / 315km

• breakfast

7 BRUGES–BRUSSELS - Belgian Beauties

• This morning enjoy a canal cruise and Belgian chocolate bonbon tasting followed by guided walking tour of the city, including the Church of Our Lady and a traditional lace demonstration. After some free time for lunch, depart for Brussels, the capital city of Belgium. On arrival enjoy an orientation walk that features the magnificent Grand’Place and a photo stop at the mischievous Manneken Pis statues and fountain.
  62 mi / 100 km

• breakfast

8 BRUSSELS - A Farewell Feast

• Spend a day at leisure to explore more on your own and get better acquainted with beautiful Brussels, or consider an optional excursion to Antwerp. This evening, savor a farewell dinner at a local restaurant.

• breakfast

• dinner

9 BRUSSELS - Safe travels until we meet again!

• Your vacation ends with breakfast this morning.

• breakfast

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