Comfort
Rail
Classic Paris to Amsterdam
8 days
Start
Paris, France
Finish
Amsterdam, Netherlands
Trip Code
ALKB
Min Age
15
Trip Size
1 - 12
Physical Rating
Meals
7 breakfasts, 2 dinners
Transport
Train, Public Bus, Metro
Accommodation
Hotel (7 nights)
From £2,921(8 days)
Trip Informations
Why you’ll love this trip
Discover the best of west Europe on a trip through the region’s most popular cities: Paris, Amsterdam, Bruges, Rotterdam and Brussels.
Learn about urban farming on a rooftop in Rotterdam with a taste of the local produce, then grab a tipple of Jenever from a local distillery.
Sit down for dinner with a purpose in Le Reflet, a restaurant in Paris that helps the local community while serving authentic French food.
See into the culturally diverse side of Belgium on a private Brussels walking tour with a Zinneke (foreign-born Brussels inhabitant) guide.
Hear about the history of the intricate Blue Delft pottery before you paint your own tile art to keep as a memento when you get home.
Is this trip right for you?
The primary means of transportation on this trip is by train. Trains are a fast way to cross long distances, allowing you to avoid traffic jams and arrive right in the city centre. They are comfortable and all have toilets, however they can get busy. You'll have to carry your own luggage on and off the train, so make sure it doesn’t exceed our weight and size recommendations. You can find specifics under ‘Packing’ in the Essential Trip Information.
Space can be limited throughout Europe, especially in hotel rooms close to city centres. You might find rooms smaller than you are used to, but the central locations are hard to beat.
The best way to experience a city is by doing as the locals do – and in this case, that means using public transport such as trams, buses or metro at some locations. It’s better for the environment and you’ll get an authentic look at daily life; just be aware you may find yourself sharing a busy bus ride with local commuters or running up the stairs at a metro station.
Itinerary
From France to the Netherlands, travel Europe like a local
Set off on a rail journey through west Europe’s biggest cities, visiting local makers, low-key cities and cultural hotspots. Start the adventure learning all the secrets of Montmartre with a local guide. Bid adieu to Paris and hallo to Belgium with a walking tour of Brussels from a diverse perspective. Stop by Bruges and explore the city of canals, then catch a train headed for the Netherlands featuring Rotterdam urban farms, tile-painting in Delft and the local charm of Amsterdam. Discover the most out of the region with a local leader and plenty of free time to explore.
Inclusions
Meals
7 breakfasts, 2 dinners
Transport
Train, Public Bus, Metro
Accommodation
Hotel (7 nights)
Included activities
Paris - Dinner with Purpose at Le Reflet in Le Marais
Paris - Welcome Meeting
Paris - Hidden Montmartre tour with local guide
Brussels - Beer and Chocolate tour
Bruges - Orientation Walk
Bruges - Canal Boat Tour
Rotterdam - Visit of the Jenever distillery incl. tasting or Walvisch Mill
Rotterdam - Visit of a rooftop vegetable farm or floating dairy farm including cheese tasting
Rotterdam - Orientation Walk - Leader-led
Delft - Orientation Walk - Leader led
Delft - Tile Painting Class
Amsterdam - farewell typical Dutch dinner
Amsterdam - Orientation Walk - leader-led
Amsterdam - FEBO Snack
Optional activities
Paris - Napoleon's Tomb & Les Invalides Army Museum - EUR17
Paris - Musee d'Orsay - EUR16
Paris - Da Vinci Code Walking Tour - EUR25
Paris - Centre Pompidou (must be prebooked in advance) - EUR15
Paris - Catacombs (must be prebooked in advance) - EUR31
Paris - Fragonard Perfume Museum - Free
Paris - Museum of Comparative Anatomy and Paleontology - EUR7
Paris - Gourmet Marais Urban Adventure - EUR78
Paris - Paradis Latin Cabaret Show (must be prebooked in advance) - EUR90
Paris - Eiffel Tower (from - must be prebooked in advance) - EUR23
Paris - Louvre Museum (must be prebooked in advance) - EUR22
Paris - Sainte Chapelle & Conciergerie - EUR22
Paris - Arc de Triomphe - EUR20
Paris - Rodin Museum - EUR14
Paris - Picasso Museum - EUR17
Paris - Palace of Versailles & Gardens - EUR32
Brussels - Cantillon Brewery Visit - EUR8
Brussels - Manneken Pis - Free
Brussels - Grand Place - Free
Brussels - Museum of the Musical Instruments - EUR15
Brussels - Magritte Museum - EUR10
Brussels - Mini Europe Attraction Park - EUR23
Bruges - Belfry of Bruges - EUR15
Bruges - Museum St John's Hospital - EUR15
Bruges - Optional half day trip to Ghent - Free
Bruges - Sint-Janshuismolen Mill - Free
Kinderdijk - Windmill Complex Visit - Free
Lisse - Keukenhof Gardens visit (seasonal: March to May only) - Free
Amsterdam - Heineken Museum (must be prebooked in advance) - EUR30
Amsterdam - Royal Palace - EUR13
Amsterdam - Rijksmuseum - EUR27
Amsterdam - Oude Kerk - EUR14
Amsterdam - Bike Tour - EUR30
Amsterdam - Canal Boat Tour - EUR24
Amsterdam - Plastic Fishing (from) - EUR38
Amsterdam - Anne Frank's House (must be prebooked in advance) - EUR16
Amsterdam - Bike Hire - EUR10
Amsterdam - Van Gogh Museum (must be prebooked in advance) - EUR24
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Important notes
A single supplement is available if you’d prefer not to share a room on this trip. The single supplement applies to all nights of your trip and is subject to availability. Please speak to your booking agent for further information.
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