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Tour Code: 500-8747
5-Day Holland, Belgium, Luxembourg, Germany Tour from Paris
Our Price: from US$518 ￥3507 €454 C$730 Rs.49916 (Price per person based on double occupancy)
Duration: 5 days
Language: English; Mandarin Chinese
Visit Amsterdam (Amsterdam Canal Cruise), Brussels (Brussels Town Hall, Grand Place, Manneken Pis), Cologne (Cologne Cathedral), Luxembourg City (Adolphe Bridge, Alzette Valley, Grand Ducal Palace), Reims (Mercier cellar, Reims Cathedral), Steenwijkerland (Giethoorn), Trier (Karl Marx Haus, Porta Nigra), Volendam, Amneville, Bruges, Zaandam (Cheese Farm Shop, Wooden Shoe Workshop, Zaanse Schans).
Itinerary
Day 1:Paris - Bruges - Brussels(357 km)
We will depart in the morning from Paris to Bruges. We can walk on the medieval style streets, shuttle through the river in the city by boat, visit those towers just like in a fairy tale and Minnewater (Love Lake). Then we will continue to Brussels, visit the centerpiece triumphal arch in the Jubilee Park, Royal Museum of the Armed Forces and Military History, Grand Place, City Hall, Atomium and Manneken Pis. Besides, we will have a good chance to purchase the world-renowned chocolate from Belgium.
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Bruges, BelgiumThe capital and largest city of the province of West Flanders in the Flemish Region of Belgium, in the northwest of the country.
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Canal Boat Tours in BrugesFamous for its beautiful canals, cobbled streets and medieval buildings, explore Brugge, Belgium by boat during a canal tour. Listen to a knowledgable guide provide commentary about city highlights and history while admiring amazing scenery at an affordable price.
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Brussels, BelgiumBrussels, Belgium is not just the capital of the country, but also serves as a headquarters for the European Union. This city has vibrant history stretching back centuries, and visitors can see impressive architecture as well as natural beauty.
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JubelparkA large public, urban park (30 hectares). Most buildings of the U-shaped complex which dominate the park were commissioned by the Belgian government under the patronage of King Leopold II for the 1880 National Exhibition commemorating the fiftieth anniversary of Belgian independence. The centrepiece triumphal arch was erected in 1905.
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Royal Museum of the Armed Forces and Military HistoryA military museum that occupies the two northernmost halls of the historic complex in Cinquantenaire Park in Brussels.
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Grand PlaceThis UNESCO World Heritage Site is the main square in Brussels and the city's most popular and most important tourist destination. It is bordered by several important buildings, including the dramatic Town Hall and Maison du Roi.
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Brussels Town HallConstruction on this Gothic building was completed in 1420, and since then, the site has served as the town hall for the capital of Belgium. In that time, it has also undergone some additions and renovations.
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AtomiumThis bizarre Belgian building was constructed for the 1958 World's Fair. It is quite literally designed to look like atoms. Each of the "atoms" in the structure are actually showrooms that can be reached via elevator through the connectors.
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Manneken Pis"Manneken Pis" literally means "Little Man Pee" and that sums up this world-famous statue nicely. Dating all the way back to 1619, this statue is a fountain that depicts a little boy peeing into the basin below.
Day 2:Brussels, Belgium - Volendam, Netherlands - Zaandam, Netherlands - Amsterdam, Netherlands(226 km)
After breakfast, heading to Volendam.Tasting the specialty ‘herring’ in Netherland at your own expense. Volendam well known for its old fishing boats and the traditional clothing still worn by some residents. Many visitors came and had their pictures taken in traditional Dutch costumes. Continue to the beautiful village Zaanse Schans, visit the windmills, the traditional clog design workshop, the cheese factory. Afterwards, arrival in Amsterdam. City tour by cruise on the Amsterdam canals, then visit the diamond workshop.
Stay overnight in the hotel near Amsterdam.
Stay overnight in the hotel near Amsterdam.
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Volendam, NetherlandsVolendam is a town in the North Holland region of the Netherlands. It has become a popular tourist spot because of the litany of old customs, especially traditional Dutch dress, that are still alive and well there.
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Zaandam, NetherlandsZaandam is a town on the Zaan River, a suburb of Amsterdam to the North. Its quaint atmosphere will give visitors a good idea of what day-to-day life is like in the Netherlands.
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Zaanse SchansEstablished in 1994 by relocating old buildings into one compact area, this collection of historic windmills and houses is located in Zaandam, right on the banks of the river Zaan. There are seven museums in the area.
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Wooden Shoe WorkshopThe Netherlands is very famous for making wooden clog-style shoes. Visitors to this workshop can witness firsthand the process of making these shoes, as well as visit a small museum dedicated to their history.
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Cheese Farm ShopVisitors to this shop will be able to see a live cheese-making demonstration. It features a fine assortment of Dutch cheeses and other souvenirs to remind you of your trip to the Netherlands.
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Amsterdam, NetherlandsThe capital of the Netherlands, Amsterdam, is also the largest city in the country. This historic city is home to the Anne Frank House, the world's oldest stock exchange, the Van Gogh Museum, the Rijksmuseum, and much more!
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Amsterdam Canal CruiseWith over 100 kilometers of canals, it is no surprise why there are few automobiles in Amsterdam. On this cruise, you will leisurely sail down the most famous of these canals in one of Europe's most beautiful cities.
Day 3:Amsterdam - Giethoorn - Cologne(294 km)
After breakfast, heading to Giethoorn. Giethoorn perfectly shows the Dutch tradition and is a peaceful village. The automobile or scooters can't enter the village because there is no roads for them. Thus the boats are the only transportation in the village. Here is just like a fairy tale and the residents here build these houses elaborately. Full of the colorful flowers and the green grass, undoubtedly Giethoorn is a painting of Utopia. Continue to Cologne and visit the highest cathedral in the world – Cologne Cathedral. There are some duty free boutique near the cathedral if you need to purchase the products of famous brand, for example, ZWILLING. For the dinner optional, you could choose ham hock.
Stay overnight in the hotel near Cologne.
Stay overnight in the hotel near Cologne.
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Steenwijkerland, NetherlandsThis Dutch municipality is the seat of the Overijssel municipality and the region's economic center. There is also a shipyard where some very fancy, exclusive yachts get built.
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GiethoornCommonly known as the "Venice of the North," this Dutch village earned that nickname because of its beautiful canal system.
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Cologne, GermanyThis German city traces its roots back to the Roman Empire in 50 AD. Today, it is considered a cultural center in Germany, and is known for its influential and busy arts scene. It has more than thirty museums.
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Cologne CathedralThe Cologne Cathedral is an incredible dramatic example of Gothic architecture, and has earned itself a place on list of UNESCO World Heritage Sites. The building dates back to the year 1248, making it more than three-quarters of a millennia old.
Day 4:Cologne, Germany - Trier, Germany - Luxembourg City, Luxembourg - Amneville, France(221 km)
After breakfast, depart to the most ancient city in Germany - Trier. Visit the city, Porta Nigra and the birthplace of Karl Marx. Continue to panoramic view of the Constitution Square, Adolphe Bridge, Grand Canyon and Palace of the Grand Duchy of Luxembourg. Then go to Amneville. Enjoy yourself at Bois de Coulange or Thermapolis, which it is possible to take advantage of well-being treatments, while benefiting from quality leisure infrastructures: the Amneville Zoo, one of the largest and most beautiful in Europe; the Amneville Aquarium with its 350 species of fish and invertebrates; the golf course and its 18-hole green; France Aventure, one of the largest forest adventure parks in France; the Seven Casino, for slot machine enthusiasts; not forgetting the Snowhall and its indoor ski slope that can be used all year round.
Stay overnight in the hotel near Amneville.
Stay overnight in the hotel near Amneville.
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Trier, GermanyTrier is a city in Germany on the banks of the Moselle. Trier lies in a valley between low vine-covered hills of red sandstone in the west of the state of Rhineland-Palatinate, near the border with Luxembourg and within the important Moselle wine region.
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Porta Nigra"Black Gate" is the largest Roman city gate north of the Alps, a testament to the far reach of the ancient empire. This World Heritage Site was built in the 100s AD. Nigra is the only remaining of four gates.
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Karl Marx HausAs its name would suggest, this museum in the German city of Trier was the birthplace of Karl Marx, the perpetually-controversial philosopher who is credited with popularizing the ideas of communism and socialism in the 19th century.
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Luxembourg City, LuxembourgLuxembourg City is a commune with city status, and the capital of the Grand Duchy of Luxembourg. It stands at the confluence of the Alzette and Petrusse rivers in southern Luxembourg, the city lies at the heart of Western Europe.
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Adolphe BridgeThis unofficial national symbol of Luxembourg was designed by Frenchman Paul Sejourne and built between 1900 and 1903. It was named after the Grand Duke Adolphe, ruler of Luxembourg from 1890 to 1905.
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Grand Ducal PalaceA palace in Luxembourg City, in southern Luxembourg. It is the official residence of the Grand Duke of Luxembourg, and where he performs most of his duties as head of state of the Grand Duchy.
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Place de la ConstitutionPlace de la Constitution is a monument and square that commemorates Luxembourgers soldiers who perished in WWI. Erected in 1923, the monument symbolizes freedom and offers visitors striking views over the Petrusse Valley and the Adolphe Bridge.
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Alzette ValleyAlzette Valley is a beautiful valley near Luxembourg City. Actually, Luxembourg City lies in a bend in the Alzette River, high on a bluff above the river. The river helped in defense of the city in previous days.
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Amneville, FranceAmneville-les-Thermes is a town in Moselle located between Metz and Thionville, famous for its tourist and thermal center in the Bois de Coulange, Thermapolis, opened in 1996. Leisure, sports and relaxation are on the program of this true city of water, in which it is possible to take advantage of well-being treatments, while benefiting from quality leisure infrastructures.
Day 5:Amneville - Reims - Mercier cellar - Paris(283 km)
After breakfast, depart to the city of champagne-Reims. Visit Reims Cathedral. Continue to Maison Mercier. The cellars are lined up in an orderly fashion with endless cellars and champagne racks, and there is also an “automatic electric train” that visitors can explore.
At night, arrive in Paris around 20:00.
At night, arrive in Paris around 20:00.
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Reims, FranceReims is a city in the Grand Est region of France, lies 129 km (80 mi) east-northeast of Paris, which functions as one of the centres of champagne production.
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Reims CathedralNotre-Dame de Reims is a breathtaking French Gothic cathedral built in the 13th century. It is still a functioning church today, but also a major tourist destination that sees more than one million visitors annually for its amazing facade.
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Mercier cellarMaison Mercier which has the largest wine cellar in Champagne and whose founder is said to have been friends with the designer of the Eiffel Tower. They agreed to do something for the 100th anniversary of the French Revolution in 1889, a few decades later, to make themselves and their work famous for posterity. So, in 1871, Mr. Mercier enlisted more than 2,000 people to dig an 18-kilometer-long cellar in hard limestone, 30 meters deep and very spacious, the largest champagne cellar in France today.
Departure & Return
| Location | Address | Departure | Return |
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| Paris, 75 | 8:00am | 8:00pm |
*Return time is an estimate and varies based on traffic and weather conditions.
- Please arrive at pick up locations 15 min earlier.
- Drop off location will be the same as pick up location (some locations may not have drop off service).
- The timetable above is subject to change. We reserve the right to make changes to the itinerary without prior notice.
Includes & Excludes
Price Includes
Aircondition bus
English speaking tour leader
4 Nights in 3-star hotel
Breakfast in the hotel
Price Excludes
Entrance fees
Meals not specified
Travel insurance
Suggested tips for tour leader and driver € 4 /person per day
Activities & Attractions
| Destination | Adult | Child |
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| Amneville, France | ||
| Thermapolis 2 hours (Optional) | $20 / €17 | $20 / €17 |
| Thermapolis 3 hours (Optional) | $26 / €22 | $26 / €22 |
| Villa Pompei 2 hours (Optional) | $32 / €27 | $32 / €27 |
| Villa Pompei 3 hours (Optional) | $41 / €35 | $41 / €35 |
| Amsterdam, Netherlands | ||
| Amsterdam Canal Cruise (Optional) | $15 | $15 |
| Bruges, Belgium | ||
| Canal Boat Tours in Bruges (Optional) | $14 / €12 | $9 / €7 (3-11 yrs) |
| Reims, France | ||
| Mercier cellar (Optional) | $22 / €19 | $11 / €9 (10-17 yrs) |
| Steenwijkerland, Netherlands | ||
| Giethoorn Canal Cruise (Optional) | $15 / €12.50 | $10 / €8.50 (3-11 yrs) |
| Trier, Germany | ||
| Karl Marx Haus (Optional) | $6 / €5 | $6 / €5 |
Prices are subject to change without prior notice.
If you would like to join the optional activities, please pay the fee in cash to the tour guide. You cannot buy / use the tickets on your own or use City Passes. The tour guide will arrange the tickets for the group.