DAY 1, Thursday - Depart for the Netherlands
Depart for the Netherlands
DAY 2, Friday - Arrive in Amsterdam
Welcome to Amsterdam, Holland's modern capital. Transfer to your hotel and spend the rest of the day at leisure. Most flights arrive in the early morning and your room may not be ready for you. In this case, leave your luggage with the concierge and your Tour Manager will provide suggestions for you to begin exploring the city on your own. Your tour begins with an orientation meeting with your Tour Manager at approximately 6 PM, followed by dinner. We recommend that you select flights which arrive no later than 4 PM
Overnight: Amsterdam
Meals: Dinner
DAY 3, Saturday - Amsterdam Canal Tour
This morning, board a glass-top boat for a cruise of the winding canals of historic Amsterdam for an up-close view of stately historic mansions, 16th century gabled merchant houses, and churches with bell towers. Spend the afternoon at leisure, or perhaps join the optional tour of traditional Holland that includes a visit to Volendam, a charming fishing village on the old Zuiderzee. Visit a cheese farm, watch clogmakers at work, and see a historic windmill
Optional: Dutch Country Village (PM)
Overnight: Amsterdam
Meals: Breakfast
DAY 4, Sunday - Lowlands of Holland, Bremen's Old Town
Today will be a long day of travel. Upon entering Germany, head to the colorful Hanseatic town of Bremen on the Weser River. Embark on an orientation tour of the Old Town, highlighted by the 600-year-old Town Hall with its splendid Weser Renaissance facade, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Tonight, dinner is at a local restaurant
Overnight: Bremen
Meals: Breakfast, Dinner
DAY 5, Monday - Hamburg City Tour, Arrive in Berlin
Depart Bremen early this morning and continue to Hamburg, a port city on the Elbe River. During the tour, view Alster Lake in the heart of the city and the St. Pauli Piers near the Fischmarkt. On to St. Michael's Church and the impressive Town Hall, built in the early 1800s. Then, depart Hamburg and drive east, crossing the former "Iron Curtain" into Berlin, Germany's capital city. Tonight, perhaps join the optional excursion to a Berlin style dinner party with traditional dishes and live music, followed by a scenic drive through the highlights of Berlin
Optional: Berlin by Night with Dinner (PM)
Overnight: Berlin
Meals: Breakfast
DAY 6, Tuesday - Berlin's Famous Landmarks
During your tour of Berlin today, viewing landmarks of the former East and West German sections including the Brandenburg Gate, a symbol of the reunification, the glass-domed Reichstag Building, and Checkpoint Charlie. Drive along the lively Unter den Linden Boulevard, past the grand State Opera House and the imposing Cathedral. See a remaining section of the wall and the Holocaust Memorial. Spend the afternoon at leisure, or you may wish to participate in an optional Berlin's Hidden Past tour, where you will delve beneath the surface to learn more about the defeat of the Nazis, the liberation, and the destruction and division of Germany's capital city
Optional: Berlin's Hidden Past (PM)
Overnight: Berlin
Meals: Breakfast
DAY 7, Wednesday - Drive to Rhineland
This morning, depart Berlin and travel to the former East Germany, passing Leipzig, and continue through the rolling hills of the Rhineland, heading to the elegant spa town of Wiesbaden. Situated on the Rhine River, the city is renowned for its therapeutic thermal springs that date back to Roman times. This evening, dinner is at your hotel
Overnight: Wiesbaden
Meals: Breakfast, Dinner
DAY 8, Thursday - Rhine River Cruise, Village of St. Goar, Ehrenbreitstein Fortress and Cable Car Ride
Begin the day with a drive into the Rhine Valley, where you will embark on a river cruise through the Rhine Gorge, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. The cruise offers spectacular vistas of hilltop castles, terraced vineyards, and villages of timber-framed houses. Soak in the beauty of one of Germany's most iconic waterways. End the cruise in the town of St. Goar, where you'll have free time to explore and enjoy lunch on your own. In the afternoon, drive to Ehrenbreitstein Fortress, perched on a rocky outcrop above the town of Koblenz. Take in the panoramic views over the Rhine and Moselle Rivers before a wine tasting, sampling regional wines and learning about the area's winemaking process. Descend by cable car to Deutsches Eck to see the monument to Kaiser Wilhelm. Later, drive back to Wiesbaden
Overnight: Wiesbaden
Meals: Breakfast
DAY 9, Friday - Moselle Valley & Grand Duchy of Luxembourg
Travel to the town of Cochem in the Moselle valley, dramatically dominated by the medieval Reichsburg Castle. The town's narrow streets and the restored half-timbered houses are a step back in time. This afternoon, cross into the Grand Duchy of Luxembourg. At the entrance to the city, stop for a guided visit to the U.S. Military Cemetery from World War II, where over 5,000 American soldiers, including General Patton, are laid to rest. Then, take a short orientation tour of Luxembourg City before arriving at the hotel
Overnight: Luxembourg
Meals: Breakfast
DAY 10, Saturday - Bastogne War Museum, Tour Brussels
Cross into Belgium and stop at Bastogne, the site of the infamous Battle of the Bulge, fought by U.S. forces against retreating Germans. Visit the Bastogne War Museum, which covers the origins of World War II to the Battle of the Bulge. Depart for Brussels, where you will enjoy a tour with views of the Atomium, the Royal Palace, the Museum district, and the Palace of Justice. Visit the 17th century Grand Place and stroll through the city center to view the famous Manneken Pis fountain. The evening is free
Overnight: Brussels
Meals: Breakfast
DAY 11, Sunday - Full Day in Brussels
Spend the day exploring Brussels at your own pace. Or you may wish to participate in the full day optional tour to medieval Bruges. The tour first takes you to view the Lake of Love (Minnewater) and the Beguinage convent. Continue with a walking tour of the city's medieval district, where you will visit Our Lady's Church, home of the famous Madonna statue by Michelangelo. See Market Square and Belfry along with the Town Hall Square and its Chapel of the Holy Blood. Spend free time exploring before returning to Brussels. Tonight, dinner is at the hotel
Optional: Full Day Bruges City Tour (AM)
Overnight: Brussels
Meals: Breakfast, Dinner
DAY 12, Monday - Discover Paris
Travel south over the French border to Paris, the "City of Light," arriving at lunchtime for a guided tour. Drive along the impressive Champs-Elysées to the Arc de Triomphe, Concorde Square, and the iconic Eiffel Tower, symbol of Paris. On to the vivacious Left Bank, where artists, philosophers, and writers once flourished in the artistic community at Montparnasse. View the Latin Quarter, home to many of France's higher education establishments. Spend the rest of the day at your leisure enjoying the endless delights of this romantic city. Tonight, don't miss the optional tour for a delightful evening that includes a delicious dinner in a French restaurant, followed a cruise on the River Seine introduces you to the beauty of Paris at night
Optional: Evening in Paris with dinner and Seine Cruise
Overnight: Paris
Meals: Breakfast
DAY 13, Tuesday - Full Day in Paris
Drive along the impressive Champs Elysees to the Arc de Triomphe, Concorde Square, and the stately Eiffel Tower, symbol of Paris**. On to the celebrated "Rive Gauche", the vivacious Left Bank, where artists, philosophers and writers in a long-gone era flourished in the artistic community at Montparnasse. View the Latin Quarter, home to many of France's higher education establishments, including the Sorbonne. Following the city tour, spend the rest of the day at leisure or join the optional tour to the magnificent Palace of Versailles*. The tour takes you to the opulent Palace of Versailles to witness the grandeur of French classical architecture. Step inside the sumptuous palace and visit the extravagant state apartments including a guided visit to the Reception Halls, the Royal Bedroom, and the Hall of Mirrors. Free time for lunch on your own in one of the on-site cafes
*The Palace of Versailles optional tour must be booked prior to departure and may not be available to be purchased locally.
**In September for Car Free Day, expect possible delays and road closures, as the itinerary may be subject to change.
Optional: Palace of Versailles (AM)
Overnight: Paris
Meals: Breakfast, Dinner
DAY 14, Wednesday - Depart France
Transfer to the airport for your departure flight
Meals: Breakfast
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