Explore the beauty of the canaled city of Amsterdam with its historical centre and multitude of museums. Visit the world's largest flower auction in Aalsmeer, the picturesque towns of 17th century Delft (known for its pottery), beautiful Rotterdam, and the Hague, where the seat of Government sits, all with a local English speaking Guide. Move to Brussels for time to explore Ghent before moving south to Paris, The City of Lights.

Amsterdam is the capital and largest city of the Netherlands, and the epicentre of the country's finance and culture. Amsterdam's attractions, including its historic canals, the Rijksmuseum, the Van Gogh Museum, Anne Frank House, and its red-light district, draw 4.2 million tourists annually. This city fans out south from the Amsterdam Central railway station, which is serviced regularly from the airport. Amsterdam's rich architectural legacies make a stroll through the downtown, or a canal tour, a memorable experience. It is a city of bicycles, families, tidy streets and courteous manners. Quite opposite to the reputation, it's the peace and tranquility that lingers in your memory after departing this city.

You will be met at the airport in Amsterdam by your private driver and brought on an orientation tour of this city of history, culture and inspiration before being dropped off at your hotel. Through a combination of your private transportatio and a shared 1.5hr cruise, you'll become aquainted with the canals, bridges, and the beautiful 17th and 18th century mansions along the canals.  Places of interest include The Royal Palace on Dam square, the historic buildings along the Amstel River, and the colorful flower market. A canal cruise is the best way to see Amsterdam. (Holland’s capital has 100 canals and 1000 bridges).  Enjoy the views on a shared cruise taking you through the old city where you will see elegant merchant's mansions, carillon-topped churches and warehouses dating back to the 16th and 17th centuries. There are audio phones available in English so you can get some information about the various places of interest enroute. Your car and driver will meet up with you after your cruise and bring you to your accommodation where you will have time to settle in and freshen up before thinking of evening plans. (Please note a guide is not included in this service. If you would like to have a guide, please let your Sales Advisor know).

A welcome package with your vouchers, a city map, train tickets (if relevant) and any other touristic information that we deem you may find useful will be presented to you by your driver upon arrival. Alternative arrangements will be made if you do not have a private transfer at the start of your itinerary.

The rest of the day is for you to enjoy at your leisure.

This landmark Amsterdam property is centrally located opposite the city's zoo and is just one kilometre from the main squares of Waterlooplein and Rembrantplein. Eden Lancaster Hotel’s 91 contemporary guestrooms include high-speed Internet access (surcharge), tea and coffee facilities, and flatscreen televisions with pay movies. Guests can make use of the wireless Internet in the lobby; the 24-hour front desk has a safe deposit box and breakfast is served each morning for a surcharge.

Overnight at Eden Lancaster (3*).

Begin with a visit to the Aalsmeer´s world famous flower auction (closed Sundays and replaced by a visit of a traditional wooden shoe maker). Continue to Rotterdam, the second largest city of the Netherlands, characterized by its contemporary and fascinating architecture. The next stop is at the picturesque town of Delft. During your visit to the Delft Blue Pottery Factory, you'll learn about the historical developments of these ceramic techniques. From Delft you drive to The Hague for a city tour. Pass by the highlights of their governmental city like the House of Parliament and the Peace Palace. During this excursion you can visit Madurodam. This miniature city offers you the highlights of the Netherlands on a scale 1:25.

Overnight at Eden Lancaster (3*).

The City of Brussels is the largest municipality and the official capital of Belgium. Main attractions include the Grand Place, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, with the Gothic town hall in the old centre, the St. Michael and Gudula Cathedral and the Laken Castle with its large greenhouses. Another famous landmark is the Royal Palace. Brussels is known for its local waffle, chocolate, french fries and numerous types of beers. In addition to the regular selection of Belgian beer, the famous lambic style of beer is only brewed in and around Brussels.

 Meet your driver for a private train station transfer from hotel.

Enjoy the approximately 3hr ride from Amsterdam to Brussels.

Train station transfer with private vehicle and English speaking Driver.

Located on the Place Rogier, the Hilton Brussels City (4*) is a short walk from the Grand Place and the Bourse and across the road from the main pedestrian shopping district. Quite unique, with plenty of original pieces of furniture and artifacts, different to the usual Hilton product. With its perfect location, this property comes very highly recommended. Amenities include a fitness centre, solarium, and sauna.

Overnight at Hilton Brussels City (4*).

Visit the sites that are of personal interest to you and get around the easy way by availing of the hop-on hop-off bus goes around the city. With this hop-on hop-off tour you can get on and off at any stop an unlimited number of times for a full day's sightseeing. The coach passes all the main sights in the city, including St Michael Cathedral, the Congress Column, the Atomium, Grand Place, Palace of Justice, the Royal Museum of Art and History and the Royal Palace, so you'll be able to see as much as you like in your own time. With bus departures every 30 minutes and tickets valid for 24 hours after first use, this is the perfect way to orientate yourself with Belgium's capital.

Overnight at Hilton Brussels City (4*).

Enjoy a guided shared full day tour to the beautiful towns of Ghent and Bruges. After an hour's drive you will arrive in Ghent, where you visit St. Bavo's Cathedral, home of the world famous 'Mystic Lamb' painting. During the city tour you will see all the important buildings from the Middle Ages, such as the Belfry, St Nicholas' Church and the Earl's Castle. In Bruges, you will visit the Lake of Love and the Beguinage. Afterwards enjoy a walking tour and discover the Church of Our Lady with the statue by Michaelangelo, the Market Square with its belfry and the Holy Blood Chapel.

Overnight at Hilton Brussels City (4*).

Paris is confident that it's the world's most beautiful, fashionable and artistic capital. After visiting the city you will no doubt find it hard to disagree. Paris is one of the most popular tourist destinations in the world, with over 30 million foreign visitors per year. Three of the most famous Parisian landmarks are the twelfth century cathedral Notre Dame de Paris on the Île de la Cité, the nineteenth century Eiffel Tower, and the Napoleonic Arc de Triomphe. The city's most prized museum is the Louvre, though there are dozens of other important ones.

Train station transfer with private vehicle and English speaking Driver.

Enjoy a train ride from Brussels to Paris. The ride is approximately two hours.

Take a private train station transfer with a private vehicle and English speaking driver.

You will receive a welcome package with your vouchers, and itinerary, city map(s) and train tickets (where relevant) upon your hotel arrival.

Steeped in history and packed full of world famous landmarks, seeing the city by open air double-decker bus and on a cruise down the Seine river are by far the best ways to see the capital. With this ticket, enjoy great views from the open top deck hop on and off bus, and see Paris in your own time, at your own pace. The ticket offers you the flexibility of L' Open Tour, valid on 4 different routes. The Paris Grand Tour takes you to the all the main sights, while the other 3 routes concentrate on particular areas (Montparnasse/St Germain tour, Montmartre/Grands Boulevards tour and Bastille/Bercy tour). (Includes transportation by coach, commentary by headphones on L' Open Tour buses, cruise is not included).

Belloy St Germain (4*) located in the heart of the Latin Quarter, a few steps from Saint Germain-des-Prés and the Sorbonne University, near the Luxembourg Gardens and Notre Dame Cathedral. This hotel’s central location allows guests to explore the nearby areas such as the lively Saint-Michel and Odeon. The hotel offers 50 rooms with cable TV and in-room coffee makers. The rooms are equipped with free Wi-Fi, satellite channels, tea and coffee making facilities and a private bathroom. Rooms are accessible by a lift. The hotel also offers a reading room with musical ambiance, on-site ticket purchase to local events, the free daily newspaper and babysitting services.

Overnight at Belloy St Germain (4*).

Whether it is strolling the famed Rue du Faubourg Saint-Honoré with a personal shopper; exploring the Louvre Museum with your iPod-based Da Vinci code museum tour, or taking a Soundwalk through the lively St. Germaine district, there is something to suit every mood and interest. Discover St Germain des Pres as you stroll through the literary and historical neighbourhood along winding streets lined with boutiques, art galleries and other places of interest. Alternatively (or in addition), explore the Marais neighbourhood - the most fashionable district of Paris in one of the most well preserved neighbourhoods of the city. Marvel at the remarkable 16th and 17th century mansions, squares and museums, beautiful streets steeped in history and trendy shops and bars. Lastly, discover the Montmartre area of Paris - a neighbourhood of steps and narrow cobblestoned streets which evokes images depicted by Toulouse Lautrec.

This evening, after being picked up from your central hotel by coach, you will be escorted by an assistant and transferred to the Eiffel Tower, where you can view Paris from the first floor during your own private dinner at the restaurant Eiffel Tower 58. Dinner includes an aperitif, three course dinner, coffee and your choice of either 1/2 bottle of wine, mineral water (50cl), a beer or soda. Your assistant will then help you board the boat for your cruise along the river Seine, while you admire the monuments and bridges of the city known as the 'City of Light'.

Please note that due to reconstruction, The Eiffel Tower may not be available during your tour. The Eiffel Tower is not closed however, there are longer than usual wait times due to a broken elevator. Alternative arrangements will be made so please speak to your Destination Expert for further details.

Paris takes on a different hue at night and, with many of the magnificent buildings aglow which make it is possibly the best time to admire the beauty of the city. There are plenty of options to choose from for evening entertainment including an early evening wine tasting in a beautiful, airy Parisian loft of a French sommelier located close to the lively Marais district, a dinner cruise, a cabaret show, dinner in the Eiffel tower followed by a night-time cruise, or an evening tour of the city with many of the historical buildings aglow.

Overnight at Belloy St Germain (4*).

Discover Versailles Palace, the symbol of France's grandeur during the reign of the Sun King, Louis XIV.  You will be picked up at your Paris hotel in luxury air conditioned minibus with a professional interpreter-guide and whisked away to the famous palace. Your guide will take you straight in without standing in line and lead you through the most beautiful rooms including the Royal Apartments, the Hall of Mirrors and the Queen’s private Apartment.
Then enjoy some free time to explore the palace gardens.  Please note that on "Special Musical Fountain" days (in summer: every Saturday and Sunday) there is an additional charge to visit the gardens (8€ per person, the entrance is not included).

Enjoy time at leisure to explore at your own pace, or relax at your hotel.

Overnight at Belloy St Germain (4*).

Enjoy the many wonders of Paris. Consider taking a stroll down one of the many quays by the river Seine, or wandering around any of the fascinating neighbourhoods such as Montematre, the Marais or the Left bank. Of course there are a plethora of museums and galleries to choose from if you are so inclined. Consider getting a 2 Day Paris Pass that includes a Paris Transport Travel card for 2 days (zone 1-3) to see all of the sites that are of personal interest to you. The Paris Pass is a smartcard offering free access to 65 attractions in Paris such as the Louvre, the Arc de Triomphe, Orsay museum, Musee Rodin, commented cruise with Bateaux Parisiens and Pompidou museum. With this pass, you have access to 22 museums, 24 historical monuments, 15 art galleries, 3 tourist attractions, 1 cruise and special offers in shops and restaurants. Please contact your Advisor if you would like more details.

Overnight at Belloy St Germain (4*).

Enjoy a private airport transfer in Paris in a private vehicle with a professional driver.

Depart from International Airport. End of itinerary.

Overnight at Depart (Int`l Airport).