Country Roads of Belgium, Luxembourg & the Netherlands (Small Groups)

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Country Roads of Belgium, Luxembourg & the Netherlands (Small Groups)
Country Roads of Belgium, Luxembourg & the Netherlands (Small Groups)
Country Roads of Belgium, Luxembourg & the Netherlands (Small Groups)
Country Roads of Belgium, Luxembourg & the Netherlands (Small Groups)
Country Roads of Belgium, Luxembourg & the Netherlands (Small Groups)
Country Roads of Belgium, Luxembourg & the Netherlands (Small Groups)
Country Roads of Belgium, Luxembourg & the Netherlands (Small Groups)
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Description

Summary

Starts
Brussels
Duration
11 days
Languages
English
Minimum age
5 years

Description

Embark on an unforgettable multi-day tour through the heart of Benelux, where history, culture, and culinary delights await at every turn. From the grand boulevards of Brussels to the medieval charm of Bruges, the tranquil abbeys of Wallonia, and the rolling hills of Luxembourg, each day offers a new adventure. Marvel at iconic landmarks, stroll through flower-filled gardens, and savor regional specialties in vibrant cities and picturesque villages. Enjoy expertly guided experiences, comfortable accommodations in centrally located hotels (such as Hilton, Château d’Urspelt, or similar), and memorable meals that showcase the best of local cuisine. Whether you’re exploring bustling market squares, cruising Amsterdam’s storied canals, or discovering the artistry of Delft pottery, this immersive journey promises a perfect blend of leisure, discovery, and camaraderie. Join us for a captivating exploration of Belgium, Luxembourg, and the Netherlands, where every moment is crafted to inspire and delight.

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Included

10 nights in twin-share rooms at hand-picked hotels

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5 Dinner (D)

10 Breakfast (B)

Brussels: Your delightful first evening also includes a Welcome Dinner with wine at a local restaurant in the heart of the Old Town with an opportunity to mingle with your fellow travellers.

Maredsous Abbey: Visit the late 19th century abbey, surrounded by the lush greenery of the Molignée valley. Then, learn about the production secrets of the Maredsous Benedictine beers and cheeses before sampling freshly brewed beer along with a taste of creamy, golden-crusted cheese.

Clervaux: At restaurant Les Écuires du Parc, savour a freshly prepared Farm-to-Table dinner of locally sourced, seasonal produce.

Amsterdam: Board a canal cruise through Amsterdam’s UNESCO-listed waterways and enjoy dinner inspired by the city’s Dutch-Indonesian culinary heritage. This enduring fusion dates back to the 17th century, when the Dutch East India Company established trade routes with Southeast Asia, introducing spices and cooking traditions that continue to shape the Netherlands’ food culture today.

Monnickendam: Enjoy a Celebration Dinner with wine in an elegant restaurant in the quaint village of Monnickendam.

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Brussels: No visit to Belgium is complete without a trip to the site of the historic Battle of Waterloo. Your Travel Director reveals how the Battle of Waterloo was fought at this very spot between Napoleon’s French Army and a coalition led by the Duke of Wellington and Marshal Blücher, ending a 23-year war and Napolean’s imperial power. Step inside the museum and the underground Visitor Centre to enhance your discovery through a 3D film and monumental panoramic painting depicting the battle.

From time to time, your Travel Director will delight you with an Insight Flourish, which is a local specialty representing the destination.

Amsterdam: Led by your Travel Director, wander the city to see the floating flower market, Dam Square and the Royal Palace.

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Choose between two carefully selected activities

Brussels: Join a private chocolate truffle-making lesson and tasting with a master chocolatier to get up close and personal with the decadent flavours of Brussels. Then enhance your discovery exploring Brussels with your Local Expert. Visit the cobbled square of the Grand-Place, home to the Town Hall and other buildings of political significance. This 12th century, Gothic architectural gem also hosts many concerts, fairs and folklore events and has been a UNESCO World Heritage Site since 1998.

Personal radio headsets give you the freedom to wander during visits to famous highlights, without missing any of your Local Expert's fascinating commentary.

Hotel and restaurant tips are included - you'll never have to worry about how much to give, nor search for foreign currency. We also include all taxes and porterage charges at hotels.

We carry your bags for you and promptly deliver them to your hotel door.

Monnickendam: Journey through the polder landscape to visit Monnickendam. Along the way, visit a rustic cheese workshop to learn the secrets of the dairy industry and witness the ancient art of clog making.

City tours of Ghent, Bruges, Luxembourg City, and the Rijksmuseum in Amsterdam all with Local Experts.

Brussels: Visit the Grand Place and view the Mannekin Pis.

Brussels: See the Atomium, and the Chinese and Japanese Pavilions.

Ghent: Visit St. Bavo's Cathedral with a Local Expert, former home of the Van Eyck masterpiece, and see the Castle of the Counts.

Bruges: Visit the Market Square and famous belfry of the Market Hall with your Local Expert. See the Gothic town hall in Burg Square and the frescoes on the walls of the Holy Blood Chapel.

Luxembourg City: With your Local Expert, enjoy views over the Petrusse Ravine and walk through the Old Town, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. See the cathedral, the Palace of the Grand Duke and visit the grave of U.S. General George S. Patton. Lookout from the Pont Adolphe.

Bastogne: Experience a fascinating insight into the history of the World War II at the modern Bastogne War Museum. Visit the Mardasson Monument, dedicated to those who fell during the Battle of the Bulge.

Rotterdam: Witness the impressive market hall and Erasmus Bridge on your orientation of this modern city.

Delft: Visit Delft’s last surviving original Delft Blue pottery factory—established in 1653—where master painters still hand-decorate each piece.

The Hague: See the Dutch Parliament and the Peace Palace, home to the International Court of Justice.

Amsterdam: Cruise along the waterways, discovering the architectural gems of the old city, including mansions dating from the Golden Age of the 17th century.

Amsterdam: Explore the Rijksmuseum, the Dutch national museum and largest art museum in the Netherlands, with a local art historian. Witness famous works by Van Gogh, Vermeer, and Rembrandt.

Hand sanitizer is freely available on board for you to use throughout the day.

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Stay connected with friends and family with our complimentary coach and hotel Wi-Fi (where available).

If your arrival and/or departure flights are as per the itinerary start and end dates, then transfers are available at scheduled times. If your flights are outside these times, or you have booked additional nights accommodation with Insight Vacations, you may purchase transfers or make your own way from/to the airport.

Enjoy the comfort of Insight's luxurious, air-conditioned, 40-seat coach with double the standard legroom and onboard washroom. Our customized luxury coaches are sanitized before the start of your tour and are maintained to very high standards. Physical distancing measures have been implemented on our customized luxury coaches.

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Destinations

South Holland - state in NetherlandsThe Hague
Brugge - region in BelgiumBruges
Amsterdam Netherlands dancing houses over river Amstel landmark in old european city spring landscape.Amsterdam
Delft - city in NetherlandsDelft
Monnickendam
Rotterdam - city in NetherlandsRotterdam
Volendam
Antwerp - region in BelgiumAntwerp
Luxembourg city, the capital of Grand Duchy of Luxembourg, view of the Old Town and Grund quarter on a sunny summer day.Luxembourg
Waterloo
Brussels, Grand Place in beautiful summer sunrise, BelgiumBrussels
Trier - city in GermanyTrier
Bastogne - city in BelgiumBastogne
Ieper - region in BelgiumYpres
East Flanders - region in BelgiumGhent
Clervaux - town in LuxembourgClervaux

Map

Attractions

Budabeach, Kortrijk, West Flanders, Flanders, BelgiumBudabeach
Monet Atelier in Zaandam NL, Zaandam, Zaanstad, North Holland, NetherlandsMonet Atelier in Zaandam NL
photo of the bridge of adolf (New bridge) - a bridge in the city of luxembourg, (built 1900-1903). The bridge connects upper and lower town: two parts of luxembourg. Adolphe Bridge
Zimmer tower, Lier, Mechelen, Antwerp, Flanders, BelgiumZimmer tower
Photo of Rijksmuseum museum with Amsterdam words in front of it, Amsterdam, Netherlands.Rijksmuseum
photo of Kunsthal Rotterdam in the Netherlands.Kunsthal
Photo of beautiful Grand Place surrounded by guild halls in Brussels, Belgium.Grand-Place
Tenreuken park
AtomiumAtomium
Photo of the historic city of Ghent with famous medieval Gravensteen Castle on a beautiful sunny day with blue sky and clouds in summer, Belgium.Gravensteen
Peace PalacePeace Palace
Watermill Sint-Gertrudis-PedeWatermill Sint-Gertrudis-Pede
Photo of  Streets of Bastogne, city which was ambushed during german counter-offensive at the end of second world war, Belgium.Bastogne War Museum
Ypres War Victims Monument, Ypres, Ieper, West Flanders, Flanders, BelgiumYpres War Victims Monument
Luxembourg Science Center, Differdange, Canton Esch-sur-Alzette, LuxembourgLuxembourg Science Center
Dutch Pinball Museum, Rotterdam, South Holland, NetherlandsDutch Pinball Museum
Doolhof Loppem
Saint Bavo's Cathedral, Ghent, Gent, East Flanders, Flanders, BelgiumSaint Bavo's Cathedral
Keukenhof Forest, Lisse, South Holland, NetherlandsKeukenhof Forest
General Patton Museum, Ettelbruck, Canton Diekirch, LuxembourgGeneral Patton Museum
Maredsous Abbey, Anhée, Dinant, Namur, Wallonia, BelgiumMaredsous Abbey
Photo of canal in Bruges and famous Belfry tower on the background in a beautiful summer day, Belgium.Belfry of Bruges
photo of clervaux castle in autumn, the picture was taken in october 2017.Clervaux Castle
Palendijk
Marker Wadden, Lelystad, Flevoland, NetherlandsMarker Wadden
Mardasson MemorialBattle of the Bulge Monument
Photo of the Menin Gate Memorial to the Missing war memorial in Ypres, Belgium.Menin Gate
Château Malou, Woluwe-Saint-Lambert - Sint-Lambrechts-Woluwe, Brussels-Capital, BelgiumChâteau Malou
photo of Amsterdam Museum (Rijksmuseum) with I Amsterdam sign, Netherlands.Amsterdam Museum
Photo of attractive view of Renowned Erasmusbrug (Swan Bridge) in Rotterdam in front of Port and Harbour.Erasmusbrug
Photo of the renewed Van Gogh museum on the museum square in Amsterdam, the Netherlands.Van Gogh Museum
photo of grand ducal palace in the dusk, Luxembourg city.Grand Ducal Palace

Daily Itinerary

Day1

Day 1
Day 1: Brussels

  • Brussels - Arrival day
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  • Grand-Place
  • Tenreuken park
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Arrive in the vibrant heart of Belgium, where you are whisked from Brussels Airport to your centrally located hotel (such as Hilton Brussels Grand Place or similar). After settling in, the afternoon invites you to unwind before joining your Travel Director for a guided exploration of the whimsical Manneken Pis statue and the breathtaking Grand Place, renowned as one of Europe’s most stunning squares. As evening falls, savor a delectable dinner at a local restaurant nestled in the Old Town, offering the perfect opportunity to connect with fellow travelers and soak in the city’s enchanting atmosphere.

Day2

Day 2
Day 2: Brussels and Optional Antwerp

  • Brussels
  • Waterloo
  • Antwerp
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  • Watermill Sint-Gertrudis-Pede
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Begin your day in Brussels with a choice of immersive experiences: delve into the history of Napoleon’s last stand at the Waterloo Battlefield or indulge in a private chocolate truffle-making session with a master chocolatier. Later, explore more of Brussels with a knowledgeable local guide. The afternoon is yours to enjoy at leisure, with the option to embark on an excursion to the dynamic city of Antwerp, famed for its lively atmosphere and rich cultural heritage.

Day3

Day 3
Day 3: Brussels – Ghent – Bruges

  • Brussels
  • Ghent
  • Bruges
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  • Budabeach
  • Zimmer tower
  • Atomium
  • Gravensteen
  • Doolhof Loppem
  • Saint Bavo's Cathedral
  • Belfry of Bruges
  • Château Malou
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Set off from Brussels to marvel at the ornate Chinese Pavilion and Japanese Tower, followed by the futuristic Atomium. Journey through the scenic Flanders countryside to Ghent, where a local expert leads you through medieval streets, past charming quays and majestic churches. Discover the artistic treasures of St. Bavo’s Cathedral and the imposing Castle of the Counts. Continue to Bruges for a two-night stay, where a guided walk reveals the city’s cobbled lanes, the iconic Belfry on Market Square, and the Gothic grandeur of Burg Square and the Holy Blood Chapel.

Day4

Day 4
Day 4: Bruges and Optional Ypres

  • Bruges
  • Ypres
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  • Ypres War Victims Monument
  • Menin Gate
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Enjoy a leisurely morning in Bruges, with time to explore its enchanting canals and medieval architecture at your own pace. In the afternoon, consider an optional journey to the historic town of Ypres. Here, wander the bustling market square and witness the poignant Last Post Ceremony at the Menin Gate, a moving tribute to the Allied soldiers who perished in the surrounding Flanders Fields.

Day5

Day 5
Day 5: Bruges – Maredsous – Clervaux

  • Clervaux
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  • Maredsous Abbey
  • Clervaux Castle
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Travel south into the picturesque Wallonia region, where the tranquil Maredsous Abbey awaits amidst lush valleys. Discover the Benedictine monks’ legacy of craftsmanship, sample their renowned beer and cheese, and soak in the serene surroundings. Continue to the Grand Duchy of Luxembourg, arriving at your elegant 18th-century château accommodation in Clervaux (such as Château d’Urspelt or similar). In the evening, delight in a farm-to-table dinner at Les Écuries du Parc and admire the illuminated Clervaux Castle during a post-dinner stroll.

Day6

Day 6
Day 6: Clervaux – Luxembourg City – Optional Trier

  • Luxembourg
  • Trier
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  • Adolphe Bridge
  • Luxembourg Science Center
  • General Patton Museum
  • Grand Ducal Palace
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This morning, journey to Luxembourg City for a guided tour that includes a visit to the grave of General George S. Patton, a walk across the iconic Pont Adolphe, and a stroll through the UNESCO-listed Old Town to see the cathedral and the Palace of the Grand Duke. The afternoon is yours to explore at leisure, or you may opt for an excursion to Trier, Germany’s oldest city and birthplace of Karl Marx. Return to your hotel in the scenic Luxembourg Ardennes for a restful evening.

Day7

Day 7
Day 7: Clervaux – Bastogne – Rotterdam

  • Bastogne
  • Rotterdam
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  • Kunsthal
  • Bastogne War Museum
  • Battle of the Bulge Monument
  • Erasmusbrug
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Depart Clervaux for Bastogne, where you’ll visit the star-shaped Mardasson Memorial and the interactive Bastogne War Museum, both commemorating the sacrifices of World War II. Continue your journey through the Benelux region to Rotterdam, the Netherlands’ architectural marvel. During your orientation, admire the innovative Markthal and the striking Erasmus Bridge, symbols of the city’s modern resurgence after wartime devastation.

Day8

Day 8
Day 8: Rotterdam – Delft – The Hague – Amsterdam

  • Delft
  • The Hague
  • Amsterdam
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  • Peace Palace
  • Dutch Pinball Museum
  • Keukenhof Forest
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Today, visit a renowned Delft pottery workshop to witness the artistry behind the famous blue ceramics. Continue to The Hague, the Netherlands’ elegant seat of government, where you’ll see the Parliament buildings and the impressive Peace Palace. On select departures, experience the vibrant colors of Keukenhof Gardens, one of the world’s largest floral displays. Journey through charming villages and windmill-dotted landscapes en route to Amsterdam, where you’ll enjoy a memorable dinner cruise along the city’s picturesque canals, sampling cuisine inspired by its Indonesian heritage.

Day9

Day 9
Day 9: Amsterdam and Optional Marken & Volendam

  • Amsterdam
  • Volendam
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  • Palendijk
  • Marker Wadden
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Discover Amsterdam’s unique blend of Golden Age architecture and modern vibrancy as you wander along its storied canals and past elegant merchant houses. Alternatively, opt for an excursion to the Dutch countryside, cruising across IJsselmeer Lake to the traditional villages of Marken and Volendam. Here, immerse yourself in local culture, admire wooden houses, and savor authentic Dutch pancakes. As evening descends, explore Amsterdam’s lively café scene or enjoy an optional dinner by the water.

Day10

Day 10
Day 10: Amsterdam – Monnickendam

  • Amsterdam
  • Monnickendam
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  • Monet Atelier in Zaandam NL
  • Rijksmuseum
  • Amsterdam Museum
  • Van Gogh Museum
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Begin your day with a visit to the renowned Rijksmuseum, home to masterpieces like Rembrandt’s ‘Night Watch.’ Continue your cultural journey at the Van Loon Museum, a beautifully preserved 17th-century canal house. Later, travel to the charming village of Monnickendam to uncover the secrets of Dutch cheese-making and witness a traditional shoemaker craft iconic wooden clogs. Conclude your day with a festive farewell dinner at a picturesque local restaurant, celebrating new friendships and unforgettable memories.

Day11

Day 11
Day 11: Amsterdam Departure

  • Amsterdam - Departure day
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Bid a fond farewell to Amsterdam and your fellow travelers as you transfer to Schiphol Airport, concluding your extraordinary multi-day journey through the Benelux region.

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