Best of Holland, Belgium and Luxembourg
Best of Holland, Belgium and Luxembourg
Best of Holland, Belgium and Luxembourg
10 Days Starting in Brussels, Belgium and ending in Amsterdam, Netherlands
Visiting: Brussels, Ghent, Bruges, Luxembourg City, Amsterdam, Delft
Tour operator:
Tour code:
EHBLAZN19
Guide Type:
Fully Guided
Tour operated in:
EnglishInterests:
Activities:
Tour Overview
Embark on a captivating journey through the heart of Europe with the "Best of Holland, Belgium, and Luxembourg" tour. This cultural exploration begins in Brussels, where you'll marvel at iconic landmarks like the Atomium and Grand Place. Discover the medieval charm of Ghent and Bruges, with its enchanting canals and lace-making traditions. In Luxembourg, pay homage to General Patton and explore the Grand Ducal Palace. Experience the vibrant city of Amsterdam, with visits to the Rijksmuseum and a scenic canal cruise. Delight in the artistry of Delft pottery and the modern architecture of Rotterdam. Enjoy luxurious accommodations, expert guidance, and delectable local cuisine, including a special dinner with the Pauw family on their dairy farm. With included visits to the Keukenhof Tulip Gardens during the flowering season, this tour promises unforgettable memories and cultural immersion across these picturesque European destinations.
Highlights
Itinerary
Day 1: Arrive Brussels
Location: Brussels
Accommodation: Sofitel Europe
Accommodation Name: Martin's Hotel., Le Louise Hotel Brussels Mgallery
Meals Included: Dinner
Launch your holiday in Brussels. Later, you’ll meet your Travel Director and fellow travelers for a Welcome Dinner.
Day 2: Brussels Your Way
Location: Brussels
Accommodation: Sofitel Europe
Accommodation Name: Martin's Hotel., Le Louise Hotel Brussels Mgallery
Meals Included: Breakfast
Today, your Travel Director will take you on an orientation tour of Brussels, see the Atomium, designed for the 1958 Brussels World's Fair, Mannekin Pis and the exquisite Grand Place with its opulent and ornate guildhalls. After you will have an opportunity to explore the capital as you wish, stroll past the Royal Palace and through the leafy lanes of Brussels Park or indulge in tasting delicious chocolate. Your Travel Director will assist you to make the most out of your remaining day at leisure.
Day 3: Continue To Ghent And Bruges
Location: Ghent
Accommodation: De' Medici
Accommodation Name: De' Medici
Meals Included: Breakfast
Delve into centuries of trade heritage in the medieval port city of Ghent, with its picturesque riverine backdrop. See the three famous towers – Saint Nicholas Church, the Belfry and Saint Bavo's Cathedral – before continuing on to Bruges.
Day 4: Uncover The Treasures Of Bruges Dive Into Culture Connect With Locals
Location: Bruges
Accommodation: De' Medici
Accommodation Name: De' Medici
Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner
Wake up in beautiful Bruges and join a Local Specialist for a walking tour of the town. Take to the water and enjoy a whimsical sightseeing cruise along the city's wonderful canals lined with Gothic façades. Dive Into Culture next and admire the delicate art of Belgian lace. Spend the rest of the day at leisure, immersing yourself in the old-world allure of this town, indulge your taste buds on an Optional Experience discovering Belgium's Best Traditions and Tastes, before joining the rest of your group for a 3-course evening meal.
Day 5: Journey To Luxembourg
Location: Luxembourg City
Accommodation: DoubleTree by Hilton
Accommodation Name: Parc Hotel Alvisse Luxembourg, DoubleTree by Hilton, Novotel Kirchberg
Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner
En route to the Duchy of Luxembourg, we stop in Dinant whose famous son, Adolphe Sax, is credited with having invented the saxophone. Visit the 12th-century Cistercian Orval Abbey for a MAKE TRAVEL MATTER® Experience. This abbey is renowned for being one of the few breweries that produce Trappist beer. Tonight, we wine and dine at our hotel.
Day 6: See The Sights Of Luxembourg City
Location: Luxembourg City
Accommodation: DoubleTree by Hilton
Accommodation Name: Parc Hotel Alvisse Luxembourg, DoubleTree by Hilton, Novotel Kirchberg
Meals Included: Breakfast
This morning, we pay tribute to Allied Forces hero, General George S. Patton, whose final resting place is the Luxembourg American Cemetery and Memorial. Later, we embark on a leisurely walking tour of Luxembourg City with a Local Specialist. Our route takes us past the Cathedral and the Grand Ducal Palace, with its Flemish Renaissance façades, and includes spectacular views of the gorge of the rivers Alzette and Petrusse. Spend the rest of the day at leisure soaking up the quaint atmosphere of this tiny country or indulge in a coffee while you people-watch in the leafy Place d'Armes – the choice is yours.
Day 7: Onwards To Bastogne, Maastricht And Amsterdam
Location: Amsterdam
Accommodation: Apollo Hotel Amsterdam, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel
Accommodation Name: Apollo Hotel Amsterdam, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel
Meals Included: Breakfast
Continue on to Bastogne, the site of bloody skirmishes in the World War II Battle of the Bulge. Next the fortified city of Maastricht takes center stage, we spend some time strolling through its town center before journeying to the magical city of Amsterdam, where we will cruise the city's famous waterways admiring the picture-perfect surrounds and gabled façades.
Day 8: Explore Amazing Amsterdam Dive Into Culture
Location: Amsterdam
Accommodation: Apollo Hotel Amsterdam, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel
Accommodation Name: Apollo Hotel Amsterdam, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel
Meals Included: Breakfast
Explore Amsterdam’s historic city center this morning. Dive Into Culture as you join a small group sightseeing tour of the Rijksmuseum with a Local Specialist. Come face-to-face with such masterpieces as Rembrandt’s 'The Night Watch', Van Gogh’s self-portrait, and 'The Milkmaid' by Vermeer. Celebrate spring and enjoy an included visit to Keukenhof (subject to season) where you'll stroll through an enchanting wonderland of tulips, daffodils and hyacinths with millions of blooms planted across the 32-hectare site.
Day 9: Discover Delft And Rotterdam Dive Into Culture
Location: Delft
Accommodation: Apollo Hotel Amsterdam, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel
Accommodation Name: Apollo Hotel Amsterdam, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel
Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner
Soak up the gezellig Dutch atmosphere this morning, before heading to Delft via The Hague. We Dive Into Culture during a visit to the Royal Delft Pottery workshop and admire the delicate blue and white porcelain that has made this historic town famous. We continue our journey south, arriving in the edgy port city of Rotterdam where we will enjoy an informative orientation tour. Heading back to Amsterdam, we join together for a Be My Guest Farewell Dinner.
Day 10: Depart Amsterdam
Location: Amsterdam
Meals Included: Breakfast
We bid Amsterdam a fond farewell this morning as we prepare to close the curtain on a memorable holiday.
What's Included
-
Expert Travel Director and Professional Driver
An expert Travel Director and professional Driver are included to guide and assist you throughout the tour.
-
Cherry-picked Hotels
Accommodation in cherry-picked hotels, all tried and trusted, is included.
-
Porterage and Restaurant Gratuities
All porterage and restaurant gratuities are included in the tour package.
-
Hotel Tips, Charges, and Local Taxes
All hotel tips, charges, and local taxes are covered.
-
Meals
Breakfast is provided daily and up to half of your evening meals are included.
-
Sightseeing and Extras
Must-see sightseeing and surprise extras are part of the tour.
-
Audio Headsets
Audio headsets are provided for flexible sightseeing.
-
Luxury Transportation
Travel in a luxury air-conditioned coach with Wi-Fi in most countries or alternative transportation such as rail journeys.
-
Optional Experiences and Free Time
Optional experiences and free time are included to enhance your travel experience.
-
Scenic Cruises
Scenic cruises on the canals of Amsterdam and Bruges are included.
What's Not Included
-
Flights
International airfare to/from the start/end of your trip is not included.
-
Insurance
Travel insurance is not included and should be arranged separately.
-
Optional Experiences
Costs of optional experiences are not included in the tour price.
Mode of Transport
Travel in style with a luxury air-conditioned coach equipped with Wi-Fi in most countries, or enjoy alternative transportation such as rail journeys.
Accommodation
Enjoy your stay in cherry-picked hotels, all tried and trusted, ensuring comfort and quality throughout your journey.
Check out our Q&As
-
What kind of transportation is used during the tour?
The tour uses a luxury air-conditioned coach with Wi-Fi in most countries or alternative transportation such as rail journeys.
-
Are meals included in the tour package?
Yes, breakfast is provided daily and up to half of the evening meals are included in the tour package.
-
What kind of accommodation can I expect on this tour?
The tour includes stays at cherry-picked hotels that are all tried and trusted.
-
Is there a guided tour of the Rijksmuseum in Amsterdam?
Yes, there is a small group sightseeing tour of the Rijksmuseum with a Local Specialist included in the itinerary.
-
Will there be any opportunities to experience local culture during the tour?
Yes, the tour includes cultural experiences such as visiting the Royal Delft Pottery workshop, a lace making workshop in Bruges, and a dinner with the Pauw family on their dairy farm near Amsterdam.
-
Are there any special experiences included in the tour?
Yes, the tour includes a scenic cruise on the canals of Amsterdam and Bruges, and a visit to the Keukenhof Tulip Bulb Gardens during the flowering season.
-
What is the starting and ending point of the tour?
The tour starts in Brussels and ends in Amsterdam.
-
Is there any free time during the tour to explore on my own?
Yes, there are opportunities for free time and optional experiences throughout the tour, allowing you to explore on your own.
-
Who will be my travelling companions on the tour?
The beauty of taking a guided holiday with us is that you’ll have the opportunity to meet and travel with people from all over the globe.
-
What policies are in place for Covid-19?
Vaccination against Covid-19 is not mandatory to travel with Trafalgar. However, we strongly recommend that guests are vaccinated before travelling. Please note that airlines and/or other authorities may have different requirements. It is the guest's responsibility to comply with these requirements at all times.
-
How long has the tour company been trading?
Since 1947
-
What Ethical Travel credentials does the tour company have?
Trafalgar is a founding partner of the TreadRight Foundation, a not-for-profit organisation established in 2008. So far, the charity has donated more than US$2 million to help underprivileged communities and support sustainable tourism around the world.
-
Will the accommodation included meet local health and safety regulations?
Yes
Reviews of this operator
Save on this tour
Request your exclusive discount code now and unlock savings for your next adventure!
Send me one now.1 Select your preferred date
2025 Apr
2025 May
2025 Jun
2025 Jul
2025 Aug
2025 Sep
2025 Mar
2026 Apr
2026 May
2026 Jun
2026 Jul
2026 Aug
2026 Sep
2026
Saturday - Monday
Mar 22, 2025 - Mar 31, 2025Saturday - Monday
Mar 29, 2025 - Apr 07, 2025Saturday - Monday
Apr 05, 2025 - Apr 14, 2025Saturday - Monday
Apr 19, 2025 - Apr 28, 2025Saturday - Monday
Apr 26, 2025 - May 05, 2025Saturday - Monday
May 03, 2025 - May 12, 2025Saturday - Monday
May 10, 2025 - May 19, 2025Saturday - Monday
May 17, 2025 - May 26, 2025Saturday - Monday
May 24, 2025 - Jun 02, 2025Saturday - Monday
May 31, 2025 - Jun 09, 2025Saturday - Monday
Jun 07, 2025 - Jun 16, 2025Saturday - Monday
Jun 14, 2025 - Jun 23, 2025Saturday - Monday
Jun 21, 2025 - Jun 30, 2025Saturday - Monday
Jun 28, 2025 - Jul 07, 2025Saturday - Monday
Jul 05, 2025 - Jul 14, 2025Saturday - Monday
Jul 12, 2025 - Jul 21, 2025Saturday - Monday
Jul 19, 2025 - Jul 28, 2025Saturday - Monday
Jul 26, 2025 - Aug 04, 2025Saturday - Monday
Aug 02, 2025 - Aug 11, 2025Saturday - Monday
Aug 09, 2025 - Aug 18, 2025Saturday - Monday
Aug 16, 2025 - Aug 25, 2025Saturday - Monday
Aug 23, 2025 - Sep 01, 2025Saturday - Monday
Aug 30, 2025 - Sep 08, 2025Saturday - Monday
Sep 06, 2025 - Sep 15, 2025Saturday - Monday
Sep 13, 2025 - Sep 22, 2025Saturday - Monday
Sep 20, 2025 - Sep 29, 2025Saturday - Monday
Sep 27, 2025 - Oct 06, 2025Saturday - Monday
Mar 21, 2026 - Mar 30, 2026Saturday - Monday
Mar 28, 2026 - Apr 06, 2026Saturday - Monday
Apr 04, 2026 - Apr 13, 2026Saturday - Monday
Apr 11, 2026 - Apr 20, 2026Saturday - Monday
Apr 18, 2026 - Apr 27, 2026Saturday - Monday
Apr 25, 2026 - May 04, 2026Saturday - Monday
May 02, 2026 - May 11, 2026Saturday - Monday
May 09, 2026 - May 18, 2026Saturday - Monday
May 16, 2026 - May 25, 2026Saturday - Monday
May 23, 2026 - Jun 01, 2026Saturday - Monday
May 30, 2026 - Jun 08, 2026Saturday - Monday
Jun 06, 2026 - Jun 15, 2026Saturday - Monday
Jun 13, 2026 - Jun 22, 2026Saturday - Monday
Jun 20, 2026 - Jun 29, 2026Saturday - Monday
Jun 27, 2026 - Jul 06, 2026Saturday - Monday
Jul 04, 2026 - Jul 13, 2026Saturday - Monday
Jul 11, 2026 - Jul 20, 2026Saturday - Monday
Jul 18, 2026 - Jul 27, 2026Saturday - Monday
Jul 25, 2026 - Aug 03, 2026Saturday - Monday
Aug 01, 2026 - Aug 10, 2026Saturday - Monday
Aug 08, 2026 - Aug 17, 2026Saturday - Monday
Aug 15, 2026 - Aug 24, 2026Saturday - Monday
Aug 22, 2026 - Aug 31, 2026Saturday - Monday
Aug 29, 2026 - Sep 07, 2026Saturday - Monday
Sep 05, 2026 - Sep 14, 2026Saturday - Monday
Sep 12, 2026 - Sep 21, 2026Saturday - Monday
Sep 19, 2026 - Sep 28, 2026Saturday - Monday
Sep 26, 2026 - Oct 05, 2026What are travellers saying about Tourhub
Book with Confidence
-
Low Deposit
Trafalgar requires a minimum deposit of 350 USD per person or the full booking value, whichever is less, with the final balance not due until 90 days before departure.
-
Cancellation Policy
We don't charge a cancellation fee, here is a summary of trafalgar charges.
Up to 91 days before tour starts: Forfeit 100% of deposit.
At 90 days before tour starts: Forfeit 50% of booking price.
At 29 days before tour starts: Forfeit 80% of booking price.
At 1 days before tour starts: Forfeit 100% of booking price.
-
Terms and Conditions
Why book with tourhub?
Safe & Secure
Your money is held in a dedicated client account until you travel.
100% Guaranteed Refunds if your trip is cancelled.
The safest way to make overseas, multi-currency payments.
Guaranteed Best Value
Industry leading discounts, we won't be beaten on price.
No cancellation or amendment fees from tourhub.
(Operator terms may apply)
Expert Knowledge
Reliable & unbiased advice from travel experts.
Direct contact with the tour operator via our messaging service.
Inspiration & advice from a community of 6000+ real travellers, influencers & content creators.
Trusted Service
Official partners & licensed agents of 1000+ tour operators worldwide.
Don't just take our word for it...
"Tourhub: Friendliness, Professionalism & Integrity I would happily give tourhub a 6* review if I could..."