# | Depart on | Type | Price US dollar per person | Remark |
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2 | Apr 24 | Single room | 4,600 |
Depart On | Apr 24, 2025 |
Price | $3580/person (double room) $4600/person (single room) |
Attention: this itinerary document is for reference only. Our company reserves the right to adjust the sequence and individual attractions in the itinerary based on season and time. All itineraries are subject to confirmation before departure. Updated on: Jan 8, 2025 The Chinese version of the itinerary documents takes precedence, and the English version is for reference only. |
From late March to mid-May every year, Netherlands is like a palette turned over by nature, with colorful tulips blooming , turning every place into a sea of flowers. In the middle of the season, the King's Day, celebrated on April 27th, the birthday of the King of the Netherlands, brings the whole country into a joyful orange frenzy. In April 2025, C&O Travel is planning a special Tulip Season + King's Day itinerary, which is the only one of its kind and will bring you to a unique orange spring!
[Colorful New Flower Viewing Experiences in the Netherlands] Hiking + Boat + Train + In-Depth Tours
§ Keukenhof Tulip Park - visit the tulip country and wander around the world's largest tulip garden;
§ Boat trip to the Giethoorn, a paradise in the “Green Venice”;
§ Take a ride on the medieval vintage steam train in the Netherlands, and experience a different way to appreciate the unique floral idylls of the Netherlands;
[Special Arrangement]
♆ Participate in the Amsterdam “King's Day” street celebrations;
♆ Warmly gift- the King's Day exquisite souvenirs;
♆ A visit to the Rotterdam Mast, the “Pole of Europe”, with a 360-degree panoramic view of Rotterdam;
♆ Enjoy a three-course Western dinner on the Euromast Viewing Platform;
[C&O Travel boutique small group] 20 people small group, equipped with special car + guide, high flexibility of the trip, more intimate service, better quality;
[All-inclusive] 4-star hotel accommodation (including breakfast) + full Chinese tour guide + attractions tickets included + professional business tour bus (comprehensive insurance);
[Exclusive gift]
♆ vintage steam train + Giethoorn flat-bottomed wooden boat;
♆ 2 local specialties: three-course Western meal in the air at Euromast Viewing Platform + Belgium mussel meal;
♆ Groups of 16 people and above will be given a complimentary Chinese official guide tour of the Netherlands Rijksmuseum Amsterdam and a German specialty pork elbow meal;
[C&O Travel Selected Cultural Treasures Hall]
➶Netherlands Rijksmuseum Amsterdam- one of the world's top ten museums, equipped with Chinese headset interpreter, barrier-free to listen to the conversation of history and art;
➶Music Box Museum of the Netherlands - Explore the marvelous world of automated musical instruments, where the collection is rich in surprises;
[C&O Travel's Historic Sites Explorations]
➶ Kinderdijk-Elshout - Witness the historical picture of 19 18th century windmills turning;
➶ North Sea Fishing Village Volendam-Dress up in the traditional costumes of the Netherlands and leave unique photos, feel the flavor of the Netherlands;
➶ Benrath Palace- This one of the most beautiful surviving Rococo buildings in Europe, as elegant as it is dreamy pink;
➶ The Royal Palace of Amsterdam - “the eighth wonder of the world”, “palace on a stake”, feel the history and architectural subtlety;
➶ Book Store Dominicanen - a unique bookstore with modern elements and Goethean architecture;
➶ MARKTHL- Visit Rotterdam's famous market and enjoy the charm of the most beautiful market in the world;
[World Cultural Heritage and Charming Cities Tour]
Cultural heritage tour: explore the old Belgium Tournai Clock Tower (1999 World Heritage Site), Notre-Dame Cathedral in Tournai (2000 World Heritage Site) and Germany Koln Cathedral (1996 World Heritage Site), to appreciate the depth of European history and culture.
Tips: please find out your orange clothes and accessories to wear on King's Day so that you can better blend in with the celebrating crowd and add to the festive atmosphere!
[Famous city experience]
§ Stroll through The Hague, the political center of the Netherlands, and feel its calmness and solemnity;
§ Visit Rotterdam, known as the “Open Air Museum” and the “Flower Capital”, and experience the blend of art and nature;
§ Travel to Bruges, a World Heritage Site and the “Venice of the North”, and enjoy a relaxing experience;
§ Travel to Antwerp, the “Diamond Capital”, and discover the splendor of diamond craftsmanship and religious painting;
§ Visit Brussels, the “heart of Europe”, and experience the bustle of a cosmopolitan city;
§ Visit Maastricht, the birthplace of the euro, and find solace in the unique bookstore of paradise;
§ Visit Koln, the “City of Art”, and experience the passion and energy of art;
§ Enjoy the unique scenery of Düsseldorf, the “Pearl of the Rhine”;
Today you will go to the airport to check in for your flight to Amsterdam, the capital of Netherlands . Due to the time difference, it is recommended to confirm the local time and depart 1 day in advance, the exact time is subject to the arrival time, please choose an early flight to arrive. You will be spending the night on the plane, which may be cold, so it is recommended that you bring warm clothing. We wish you a good night's rest.
Upon arriving in Amsterdam, the Chinese speaking guide will wait for you at the airport exit.
Free pick-up time on the day of the tour is a fixed time (In case of changes, please communicate with customer service staff in advance, other different times for paid pick-up, please know!) Thank you for your understanding.
Itinerary:
Medemblik - Steam Sightseeing Train - Hoorn - Traditional Fishing Village of Volendam - Amsterdam
After breakfast at the hotel, transfer to Medemblik, famous in Europe for its sailing program, but also a small town with many surviving buildings from the seventeenth and eighteenth centuries, rich in history, which offers a taste of Europe as it was hundreds of years ago. Upon arrival, we will have a city tour.
Special arrangement to experience a ride on the old medieval [Steam Sightseeing Train]* to Hoorn, just in time for the flower season, on the way you can enjoy the Dutch proprietary flower fields idyllic scenery, experience the real medieval steam train journey.
Afterwards, take a bus to Volendam and visit the traditional fishing village, which is a typical Dutch traditional fishing village among the white sails and one of the hottest wedding photo shoot locations in Europe, where you can see peasant women in traditional costumes or wander around the small specialty stores to choose your favorite souvenirs. The small wooden farmhouses display a rich yet relaxed paradise-like life.
Then transfer back to Amsterdam, dinner and overnight in hotel.
Itinerary:
Keukenhof Tulip Park - King's Day Celebration
After breakfast at the hotel, we will start a wonderful tour of tulip viewing and King's Day celebration. Travel by car along the fields of tulips, daffodils and hyacinths and wander through the world's largest tulip garden, the Keukenhof Tulip Park*, where 7 million bulbs of different flowers are planted every year between the end of September and the first
including around 1,000 different types of tulips. The following spring, millions of flowers compete to open like a giant colorful carpet over 32 hectares of land.
After lunch, we will travel back to Amsterdam by coach. We have specially arranged for you
to join in the street celebrations of Amsterdam's "King's Day." You can fully enjoy the fun of being immersed in the carnival atmosphere of Amsterdam. Since it is King's Day, you are encouraged to wear clothes with orange elements, just like the locals, and take to the streets of Amsterdam to experience one of the Netherlands' most significant festivals. The celebrations can last from morning until night, and you will truly feel the joy and excitement of the Dutch people during this festive occasion.
After dinner, check in to your hotel. Overnight in Amsterdam.
Itinerary: 行程:
The Hague - Madurodam miniature Park - Peace Palace - Scheveningen Beach - Rotterdam - Cube Houses - Markthal colorful food market - City Hall - Euromast Viewing Platform - Three-course dinner海牙 - 马都拉姆微缩公园 - 和平宫 - 斯希丹宁海滩 - 代尔夫特 - 立方体屋 - 马尔克塔尔彩色食品市场 - 市政厅 - 欧罗迈斯特观景台 - 三道菜晚餐
After breakfast at the hotel, take a bus to Hague, the seaside royal city of Holland, the political center of Holland, where government agencies, parliament, embassies, international早餐后在酒店乘巴士前往荷兰的海滨王城海牙,这里是荷兰的政治中心,政府机构、议会、大使馆以及国际组织都设在此地。
organizations, etc. are located, and is also the most springtime city in Europe, where the royal elegance and the green atmosphere of serenity surrounds the whole city.这里坐落着众多机构等,也是欧洲最具春天气息的城市,整个城市被皇家的优雅和宁静的绿色氛围所环绕。
Upon arrival, we will visit Madurodam miniature Park*, a miniature city of only 18,000 square meters, 66,000 inhabitants less than 10 centimeters tall live here, you can see the quaint old town, lively and interesting beaches and amusement parks, busy ports, as well as colorful fields of flowers and farms with sheep and cows, just like a childhood dream of the “Lilliputian”. Each of the famous Dutch landscapes, people and trees are miniatureized at a scale of 1:25.抵达后,我们将参观马都拉姆微缩公园*,这是一个占地仅 18000 平方米的微缩城市,66000 名不到 10 厘米高的居民生活于此,您可以在这里看到古雅的小镇、热闹有趣的海滩和游乐园、繁忙的港口,还有五彩斑斓的花田以及养着羊群和牛群的农场,宛如童年时“小人国”的美梦。荷兰著名的风景、人物和树木都以 1:25 的比例微缩呈现。
Visit the International Court and take photos in front of it, also known as the Peace Palace, to express its importance to the settlement of disputes and the maintenance of world peace. As the judicial body of the United Nations that settles disputes between its member states, it is also the venue for war crimes trials. Stop at Scheveningen Beach, the most famous seaside resort in the Netherlands.参观国际法院并在其前拍照,这座建筑也被称为和平宫,以此来表达它对于解决争端以及维护世界和平的重要性。作为联合国解决其成员国之间争端的司法机构,它也是战争罪行审判的场所。在荷兰最著名的海滨度假胜地席凡宁根海滩停留。Afterwards, drive to 之后,开车前往 Rotterdam 鹿特丹, known as the “open-air museum”, where the city's ancient history, modern architecture and beautiful natural scenery are all part of the city's charm.这里被誉为“露天博物馆”,城市悠久的历史、现代的建筑以及美丽的自然风光共同构成了这座城市的魅力。
之后,驱车前往鹿特丹,这座被誉为“露天博物馆”的城市,其古老的历史、现代的建筑以及美丽的自然风光共同构成了这座城市的魅力。
Upon arrival, you will see the exterior of Cube Houses. From a distance, you will see a huge cube connected to each other, each cube is tilted at a 45-degree angle and stands upside down on a hexagonal column. Closer to observe you will find that each cube is a separate house, there are three face to the ground, the other three face to the sky. The cubes are all connected end to end.一到达,您就会看到立方体房屋的外观。从远处看,您会看到一个巨大的立方体相互连接,每个立方体都倾斜 45 度,倒立在六边形柱子上。走近观察,您会发现每个立方体都是一个独立的房屋,其中三面朝向地面,另外三面朝向天空。这些立方体首尾相连。
The world's most beautiful market - Rotterdam Markthal, repeatedly selected by the media as the world's most beautiful market, attracting more than a million tourists to elegantly stroll through the market here. You can taste your favorite snacks in the market. Kursingerstrasse is one of Rotterdam's main streets, and its main building, the City Hall, survived the bombing of World War II.世界上最美的市场——鹿特丹市场大厅,屡次被媒体评选为全球最美的市场,每年吸引超过百万游客在此优雅漫步。您可以在市场里品尝到自己喜爱的小吃。库辛格街是鹿特丹的主要街道之一,其标志性建筑市政厅在二战的轰炸中幸免于难。
Afterwards, climb up the Euromast Viewing Platform in the city center - the highest observation tower in Netherlands , with a 360 degree panoramic view of Rotterdam, and enjoy a three-course Western meal at the Euromast Viewing Platform.之后,登上位于市中心的欧洲桅杆观景台——荷兰最高的观景塔,这里可以 360 度俯瞰鹿特丹的全景,然后在欧洲桅杆观景台享用一顿三道菜的西餐。
Itinerary:
Kinderdijk-Elshout - Antwerp - Het Steen - Blabo Fountain - Antwerp Grand Place - Antwerp City Hall - Ghent - Belfry and Cloth Hall - Sint-Michielsbrug - Graslei Riverbank - Bruges
After breakfast at the hotel, take a bus to the outskirts of the World Heritage Site - Kinderdijk-Elshout (inside), also known as the Children's Dyke, located 10 kilometers southeast of Rotterdam, preserving 19 windmills built in the 1740s. Windmills are the most representative landscape in the Netherlands, and Kinderdijk-Elshout is the best choice to see windmills in the Netherlands. 1997, the windmills in the Kinderdijk-Elshout Windmill Village were inscribed on the World Heritage List, which can be said to be typical of the landscape of the Netherlands, and also a witness to the history and culture of the Netherlands.
Drive to Antwerp, known as the “City of Diamonds”, the second largest city in Belgium, where there are old buildings full of medieval atmosphere, there are superb and mysterious diamond craftsmanship, and there is a world-renowned combination of painting art and religion.
Visit Het Steen, located on the banks of the Schelde River in Antwerp's Old Town, one of the oldest castles in Europe, sacked by the Norwegians in 800 A.D., and later rebuilt as an important defensive fortress for the Roman Empire. The famous painter Rubens also lived here in his later years, and now it has been converted into the Belgian National Museum of Maritime Transportation, which exhibits models of sailing ships, steamships, tools for navigation, charts, etc., and through the exhibits, you can understand the prosperity of the Port of Antwerp in the past and present.
Visit the Brabo Fountain, built in 1887 and designed by architect Geoff. The baroque Brabo Fountain gushes out of the rocky outcrops of the Great Market.
Antwerp Square, which houses the City Hall, the Cathedral, the Chamber of Commerce and other buildings. The City Hall and the five beautiful Chamber of Commerce buildings are Renaissance-style buildings, all built in the late 16th century. This square is like a maze of narrow streets and sidewalks. Visit the Antwerp City Hall (exterior), a Renaissance building from 1561-1564 with a 76-meter-long façade. The current mayor and councillors work inside. The City Hall and the five beautiful Chamber of Commerce buildings around it are all Renaissance-style buildings.
Visit Cathedral of Our Lady (exterior), the largest Gothic cathedral in Belgium, designed and built by several architects 663 years ago. The 123-meter-high spire of the church is Antwerp's most beautiful landmark. Today, visitors can still see its towering spire from several kilometers away. The cathedral covers an area of 1 hectare and has been one of the finest Gothic buildings in Europe since 1352. For centuries, the cathedral was the tallest building in the region, and even now, with its 123-meter spire, it still stands tall over the city and is known as the “skyscraper of the Middle Ages”.
Afterwards, you will be driven to Gent, a port city that is a must for entering Brussels, and a sightseeing city with a rich medieval atmosphere. The remains of the medieval synagogue, the ruins of the old city and the cathedral attract a lot of tourists.
Belfry and Cloth Hall (exterior), located in the center of the city, is 91 meters high. 5 spiked corner towers form the delicate structure of the top of the tower, topped with revolving bronze dragons imitating the 14th century art style. The clock tower is fitted with a set of 52 bells that play a melodious tune for the town every day, and you can take the elevator or climb the stairs to the clock tower for a spectacular view of the town.
Sint-Michielsbrug, located in the center of Ghent over the river Leie. In the center of the bridge, there is a wonderful street lamp designed in the image of the bronze statue of St. Michael. From the bridge you can see Ghent's famous guild buildings across the Leie.
Visit Graslei, the locals' favorite riverside boulevard, where the vanilla riverbanks with the Kreli are lined with some of Belgium's most beautiful old style buildings, rich in color and very distinctive.
Afterwards, take a bus to Bruges, a UNESCO World Heritage Site in Belgium, also known as the “Venice of the North”, but its city temperament is very different from that of Venice, delicate and quiet. When you walk on the stone paved road hundreds of years ago, watching the oncoming carriages, exquisite handmade lace stores, as if back to Europe a hundred years ago.
Itinerary:
Onze Lieve Vrouwekerk- Bonifaciusbrug- Belfort-Burg Square-Bruges Town Hall-Tournai Clock Tower-Notre-Dame Cathedral in Tournai-Waterloo Battlefield- Notre-Dame Cathedral in Tournai-Waterloo Battlefield- Brussels
After breakfast at the hotel visit the Onze Lieve Vrouwekerk in Bruges (inside), built in the 13th century, with its 122-meter-high bell tower, the city's tallest building and the second tallest brick tower in the world. The church houses one of Michelangelo's most famous sculptures, Madonna and Child, which is one of the few works of art from Michelangelo's life that remains outside of Italy. On the east side of the church is the Bonifaciusbrug, an unassuming bridge in Bruges that attracts many visitors, and it is said that when you step on it, the first person you meet will fall in love at first sight.
Visit the Belfort (exterior), located in the center of Bruges on the market square, is a medieval clock tower built in the 13th-15th centuries and is the most prominent symbol of Bruges. The clock tower was once used to house treasures and municipal archives, as well as to observe fires and other dangerous situations. The sides and rear of the bell tower are the original market hall. On the belfry is a carillon with 46 bells, which plays beautifully. The top of the building offers a spectacular panoramic view of Bruges.
Burg Square, the square in front of the town hall. The main buildings on the square are the Church of the Holy Blood, the former civil registry office and the town hall. Bruges Town Hall (exterior) is one of the oldest town halls in the Low Countries. The Town Hall is built in the Late Gothic style, with bas-reliefs carved into the façade, based on biblical stories and historical figures.
Drive to Tournai, located on the banks of the Scheldt in the Belgian province of Eno, where the inhabitants mainly speak French. The cathedral and the bell tower are listed as UNESCO World Heritage Sites.
Tournai Clock Tower (exterior), built in 1188 and listed as a UNESCO World Heritage Site in 1999, is the oldest clock tower in Belgium, displaying Roman, Gothic, Renaissance and Baroque architectural styles.
Notre-Dame Cathedral in Tournai (exterior), another World Heritage Site in Tournai and one of the most important architectural monuments in Belgium, was inscribed on the World Heritage List in 2000. Built in the first half of the 12th century, the Cathedral stands out for its Romanesque nave, the numerous sculptures on the columns, and the auricle with five towers.
Transfer to Waterloo, 20 kilometers south of Brussels, famous for the Battle of Waterloo and 2.5 kilometers south of the famous Waterloo Battlefield. Visit Waterloo Battlefield (inside), the main monuments are the Lion on the Hill, the Panorama Gallery and the Wax Man Museum. 1862 people piled up a hill at the site where the Allied Prince George of Ovaltine was wounded, and on the top of the hill, an iron lion 4.5 meters long and weighing 28 tons was placed, which is the world famous Waterloo Monument, which commemorates the death of Prince George of Ovaltine killed in the Battle of Waterloo in June 1815. Not far from the Waterloo Monument, there is a bronze statue of Napoleon, commemorating the heroic general who finally lost at Waterloo.
Drive to Brussels, known as the “Heart of Europe”, is the capital and largest city of Belgium, located on the Seine River. Brussels is not only the political, economic and cultural center of Belgium, but also an important international city in Europe, known as the “capital of Europe”.
Overnight stay in Brussels.
Itinerary:
Atomium - Koninklijk Paleis van Brussel - Brussels Grand Place - Manneken Pis - Hôtel de Ville - Maastricht - Maastricht Old Town - Wiederhofplatz - Basilica of St. Servatius- Book Store Dominicanen
After breakfast at the hotel, take a photo in front of the Atomium, built in 1958 for the Universal Exhibition. It is a landmark building built by the Belgian government for the World's Fair held in Brussels that year, and the design task was undertaken by the famous Belgian architect Anne Wartkain.
Afterwards, visit Koninklijk Paleis van Brussel (inside), located next to the Parc de Bruxelles, is the most majestic building in Belgium, which was once destroyed by the French, but nowadays it was rebuilt in 1695, and started to be used in 1820. In 1904 the exterior was renovated and rebuilt in the Louis XVI style, the palace served as the state's welcome building and also as the office of King Albert II. It is nominally the official residence of the Belgian royal family, but the King and Queen do not live here. As a governmental institution of the country, the changing of the guard ceremony is held here every day.
[Warm tips]: When visiting, please pay attention to the order, do not smoke, do not make a lot of noise, do not throw garbage, to ensure that the sanitary environment of the palace.
Visit Brussels Grand Place, known as “Europe's most beautiful” central square, was included in the World Heritage Site in 1998, the French writer Victor Hugo once praised this is “the mostbeautiful square in the world. Surrounded by medieval guild buildings, the 90-meter tower of the Town Hall is the tallest building in the square, and the Manneken Pis is also a must-see attraction. The square is still full of life, with cafes, chocolatiers and restaurants all around, and you can buy the famous Belgian chocolates in the small stores everywhere.
Hôtel de Ville (Brussels City Hall) (exterior), the most striking of the many buildings in the Grand Place, is a Gothic-style structure that is a city landmark in Brussels. At the tip of the tower is a 5-meter high weathervane, a statue of St. Michael, the patron saint of Brussels. Legend has it that the Lords of Brussels were saved by St. Michael, who awarded him the title of Patron Saint of Brussels.
Lunch will be served with special arrangement of Belgium mussel.
Afterwards, go to Maastricht, the meeting point of the three countries of Holland, Germany and Belgium, which is also the birthplace of the euro, due to the special geographic location
and historical and cultural background, here is a blend of culture and leisure of many European countries.
Upon arrival, visit the Maastricht Old Town, which is surrounded by stores, old buildings and stone tiles that make you feel like you are in the Middle Ages. The center of the city, Vrijthof Square, is located in the middle of Maastricht's Old Town and is the meeting point of the city's main shopping streets, filled with clothing and lifestyle stores, bakeries and restaurants, department stores, etc. The Basilica of St. Servatius, the city's distinctive landmark, is situated in the Vrijthof Square, and the church houses many treasures, including the Bust of St. Servatius. Among them, the bust of St. Servatius and the reliquary are worth seeing. St. Serfas was the first bishop of Maastricht and was buried here in 384 A.D. The underground columbarium contains his tomb. As the first bishop of Maastricht, St. Serfas rested here and guarded the church.
*Book Store Dominicanen, this bookstore is called Paradise Bookstore because it is a converted church bookstore that just fulfills everyone's fantasy of a heavenly bookstore. The book-shaped door, the high dome, the solemn hall, the cross-shaped coffee table, the 14th century frescoes, and the well-organized books. Looking down from above, this church bookstore is a perfect combination of modern elements and Goethean architectural style, with the solemn church atmosphere coinciding with the quiet and elegant atmosphere of the bookstore, making it a peaceful place to read and buy books.
Itinerary:
Koln-City hall of Koln-Cologne Cathedral-Alter Markt-Düsseldorf-Benrath Palace-MedienHafen Düsseldorf e.V.-Rhine Tower-Rheinuferpromenade
After breakfast at the hotel, transfer to Koln, Germany's fourth largest city, the economic, cultural and historical center of the Rhine region and one of the most important ports in the German interior. It is an ancient and elegant city, but also a modernized metropolis. Founded by the Romans in B.C., the city grew rapidly during the Middle Ages and became an important ecclesiastical, artistic and educational center in Germany.
Upon arrival, visit the City hall of Koln (exterior), once destroyed in WWII and rebuilt after the war, is a masterpiece of Gothic architecture with 16th-century porticos. Worth visiting are the parliamentary tower and porch.
Visit Koln Cathedral, one of the world's three largest Gothic churches, was listed as a World Heritage Site in 1996 and is a landmark of Cologne and even Germany. Inside the church there are many rare collections, such as the cathedral design drawings, the great pendulum clock and the remains of the Three Doctors of the East. After the visit, you can climb up the more than 300 circling steps in the tower to the top, overlooking the panoramic view of Cologne and the Rhine River.
Visit the Alter Markt, a bustling city center from Roman times to the present day, just a five-minute walk from the Cologne Cathedral. The old market place has retained many Renaissance buildings, and many new bars, restaurants and shopping streets have been added, just as in the old days.
Afterwards, transfer to Düsseldorf, located on the banks of the Rhine River, is Germany's city of culture and art, with its opera house and drama theater, which is renowned in Germany. The Old Town of Düsseldorf has preserved the traditional German residential buildings intact, where the great German poet Heinrich Heine was born. Walking on the New Rhine Walk, you can enjoy the beautiful scenery of the Old Town and the banks of the Rhine River.
Visit Benrath Palace, built in 1755 on the banks of the Rhine, is one of the most beautiful Rococo buildings in Europe. The palace building is a light pink color, very recognizable. Unlike Chinese palaces, which are mainly palaces and secondary gardens , the Benrath Palace building itself does not cover a large area, and the large French garden is the main part of the tour, which is very suitable for taking photos.
MedienHafen Düsseldorf e.V., is a famous photo-shooting place in Germany. Whether it's promotional photos for variety shows, street photography, TV programs, product advertisements, short videos, professional photos or wedding photos, it's easy to take the photos you want here. Once a dilapidated, abandoned dock, it has been transformed into Düsseldorf's most fashionable office district. The most fascinating thing about the area is the perfect combination of “new” and “old”: the old docks and other river transport facilities have been preserved intact, in contrast to the avant-garde architecture of the city. The most famous building is the Frank O. Gehry-designed “Dancing” building Neuer Zollhof, which is one of Düsseldorf's most popular filming locations. The harbor area is also an excellent place for an evening stroll, where you can find a café or restaurant and enjoy the night view of Düsseldorf.
Visit the Rhine Tower (exterior), a TV tower on the banks of the Rhine River and the landmark and tallest building in Düsseldorf. Climb up to the Rhine Tower for a panoramic view of the city, including MedienHafen Düsseldorf e.V. The top-floor restaurant, Rheine Tower, is the perfect place to enjoy a drink or a meal. The tower's top-floor restaurant, Rheinturm Top 180, is one of the best restaurants in town. The tower also has a “light meter”, which displays the hours, minutes and seconds. The Rheinuferpromenade runs alongside the Rhine, from the Rhein Park to the Rhein Tower, where you can enjoy the scenery on both sides of the river and climb up to the tower for a view of the whole city. The tower has a viewing platform and a revolving restaurant. The new fashion landmark MedienHafen Düsseldorf e.V. is also in the neighborhood.
Itinerary:
Giethoorn - Flat-bottomed wooden boat trip to Giethoorn - Utrecht
After breakfast at the hotel, transfer to the famous Giethoorn.
Upon arrival, take a [flat bottom wooden boat] through the quiet village, Giethoorn is also known as the “Green Venice”, also known as “Venice of the Netherlands”, because the water is reflected in the reflection of a green house. Compared with Venice, Giethoorn is less famous, but more natural, less noisy people, more birds, less artificial sculpture of the building, more fresh and natural. In Giethoorn, everywhere are green trees, fragrant flowers, quiet streams, winding bridges, and a variety of thatched-roof houses. Being in the village is like being in a picturesque fairy tale world, which makes you feel relaxed both physically and mentally.
Afterwards, drive to Utrecht, a city with a history of nearly 2,000 years, which is also the hometown of the famous Miffy Rabbit in the center of the Netherlands and an important hub of transportation system. Overnight stay in Utrecht.
Itinerary:
Museum Speelklok -Utrecht Old Town -Domkerk Domtoren -Domtoren -Amsterdam -Rijksmuseum Amsterdam (-Dam Square -Koninklijk Paleis Amsterdam -National Monument-) Nieuwe Kerk
After breakfast at the hotel, visit Museum Speelklok (inside), led by the staff, there will be a demonstration of various musical instruments, from a simple music box to a mechanical songbird, the huge complexity of the orchestral music overflowing in the air, joyful dances and the fairground organ to create music, so that those who do not know how to dance, but also gladly dance together.
Walk through the Old Town of Utrecht, enjoying the stone streets and canals, and visit the Domkerk Domtoren (exterior), which is located in the center of Utrecht, next to the cathedral tower. This church is the only church in the Netherlands that resembles the Gothic style of architecture, and its tower is the highest point in the city of U. The church has a high vaulted ceiling and a simple interior with delicate window patterns and brilliant colors. Take a photo of the Domtoren, the tallest bell tower in the Netherlands. The cathedral tower is 112 meters high with 465 steps and was built between 1321 and 1382. The tower can be seen from anywhere in the city of Utrecht, and from the top of the tower you have a great view of the city.
Afterwards, you will be driven back to the capital city of Amsterdam.
Upon arrival, city tour to Koninklijk Paleis Amsterdam, located on the west side of Dam Square in the center of Amsterdam, is one of the four royal palaces of the Kingdom of the Netherlands, which is used by Queen Beatrix by an act of parliament. The palace was the town hall of Amsterdam when it was built in the 17th century during the Dutch Golden Age, and later became the Dutch royal palace of Louis Bonaparte. The stone foundation of the palace is supported by 13,659 wooden piles buried 14-16 meters below ground, on which stone blocks were laid to form the foundation, and then the building was constructed on the foundation, which is known as the world's eighth largest architectural wonder, “Palace on the Wooden Piles”.
Visit Dam Square, also known as Dam Square, known as the heart of Amsterdam and the birthplace of Amsterdam's history. Built in 1648, it was constructed as the government of Amsterdam, and is now the royal guest house. It is one of the eight wonders of architectural history. Romantic canals, pedalos everywhere, glittering diamonds and precious art collections all attract visitors from all over the world.
The Rijksmuseum Amsterdam (with Chinese interpreter), set in lush gardens and elegant architecture, is the largest museum in the Netherlands and is famous for its collection of works from the Dutch “Golden Age”. On the first floor, there are traditional handicrafts on display such as ceramics, glass art and silverware, etc. It is also the place where Rembrandt's works are collected the most, and the most famous one is Rembrandt's The Night Watch, which was made in 1642 and is regarded as the national treasure of Holland.
National Monument (exterior), the white national monument in the middle of Dam Square was built in 1956 to commemorate those who lost their lives in World War II. Nieuwe Kerk, located in Dam Square in the center of Amsterdam, the Netherlands, adjacent to the Royal Palace of Amsterdam, is used for royal coronations and weddings, where successive kings and queens of the Netherlands have held their coronation ceremonies since 1815. The wedding and coronation ceremony of the current King of the Netherlands, Willem-Alexander, were held here, so it is also known as the Coronation Hall of the Throne. In the evening, check in to the hotel in Amsterdam for rest.
After breakfast at the hotel transfer you to the airport to check in for your flight back home.
Please note: We only provide one-time free shuttle service from the hotel (please communicate with the customer service staff to confirm the specific time, and other time periods are paid for the shuttle service, please know) Thank you for your understanding.
1. Total 10 nights accommodation in 4-star hotels in double rooms;
2. 10 breakfast at hotel and 2 local special meals mentioned in the itinerary ;
3. Chinese or English speaking tour guide accompanied accordingly;
4. Professional tour bus with foreign driver or driver-cum- guide (vehicle size according to the actual number);
5. The entrance tickets of the attractions mentioned in the itinerary;
6. 1 bottle of mineral water per person per day.
Important Notice: The driver and guide's standard working hours are 10 hours. Except delays caused by traffic or vehicle issues, other overtime will be subject to additional charges. This primarily applies to delays stemming from personal behavior or extended use of the vehicle and guide services after the daily itinerary has been completed.
1. Full international and domestic air tickets (we can book air tickets for you);
2. Schengen visa fee (U.S. passport and Taiwan passport visa-free, Chinese passport needs to apply for Schengen visa, our company can do Schengen visa, the Visa fee is at your expensive);
3. The meals not included in the itinerary;
4. Storage fee and overweight fee for luggage;
5. Driver and guide service fee €12/person/day, total €132/person;
6. Optional items not included in the itinerary and tickets to attractions outside the itinerary;
7. All personal expenses (e.g. hotel phone calls, laundry, drinks, etc.)
8. Additional expenses caused by irresistible factors beyond our control, such as strikes and transportation delays;
Itinerary Notes
Special Notes:
1.Please note that the order, attractions, flights, and accommodations in the itinerary are subject to change based on practical considerations. The final itinerary will be confirmed by our company prior to departure.
2.We reserve the right to make necessary adjustments to the itinerary, or apply additional charges due to unforeseen circumstances, including but not limited to airline schedules, visa requirements, government policies, and weather conditions.
3.The flight numbers and times provided in the itinerary are indicative and may undergo reasonable adjustments during actual implementation.
Travel Information
Meeting & Departure:
Please ensure you arrive at the boarding location 15 minutes before the scheduled departure. The bus will depart on time without waiting. Arriving late will be considered a cancellation, and fees are non-refundable.
The boarding and disembarking times indicated are estimates, and the final locations are subject to our confirmation. Any changes due to traffic or other special circumstances will be communicated promptly. Please be patient.
Luggage & Vehicle:
We operate various types of vehicles, including buses, mid-sized buses, and 9-seater minibuses. While large buses have luggage racks, mid-sized and minibuses have limited space. We recommend carrying only essential luggage to ensure one seat per person.
Please note that in European cities, bus stops are often situated a distance from attractions to avoid penalty. We appreciate your understanding in this matter.
Bus Safety Tips:
1.No smoking on the bus.
2.Prohibited items are strictly forbidden.
3.Avoid touching vehicle items to prevent damage.
4.During stops, please adhere to the guide's instructions and stay close by.
5.When disembarking, ensure windows are closed and valuables are with you. The travel agency is not liable for any lost or stolen items.
6.If a vehicle breakdown occurs during the tour, affecting the itinerary, the travel agency will take swift remedial action. Your cooperation is greatly appreciated.
Refunds and Changes Policy
Trip Cancellation Policy
Full Refund: Cancel your trip 60 or more days before departure and receive a full refund.
Processing Fee Refund: Cancel between 30 and 59 days before departure, and a 10% administration fee will apply.
Partial Refund: Cancel between 18 and 29 days before departure, and 50% of the total order amount will be charged.
Non-Refundable: Cancellations made within 17 days of departure are non-refundable due to confirmed vehicle and hotel bookings, but a friend can be substituted in your place.
Additional Notes
The cancellation policy does not cover tours that include airfare and cruises, as they are governed by the respective airline and cruise line policies.
Failure to arrive on the departure day will be considered a voluntary cancellation, and no refunds will be issued.
Refund policies for additional hotel bookings or services are subject to the individual hotel's policies.
Personal reasons such as incomplete documents, visa issues, late arrival, illness, or accidents resulting in cancellation or failure to participate in the trip will not be refunded or compensated with alternative services.
Handling of Special Circumstances
In cases where the trip cannot proceed due to force majeure events like weather, war, or strikes, our company prioritizes guest safety and has the right to cancel or modify part or all of the trip. We assume no direct or indirect responsibility for such events, and any paid fees are non-refundable.
Explanation of Additional Charges
If the airline alters its fares due to policy changes, you will be required to pay the difference in accordance with the airline's regulations. Please note that group tickets are not eligible for changes, exchanges, or refunds.
Should the policy adjustments of the destination country result in additional costs for items not included in the itinerary or related services, the price difference must be settled in accordance with the applicable regulations.
Change of Booking Policy:
In cases where guests are unable to join the tour due to unforeseen circumstances such as transportation breakdowns, equipment issues, government strikes, illness, accidents, weather changes, or other personal reasons, we will strive to minimize any losses, but we cannot assume the costs associated with these changes. Here are the specific guidelines for visa changes:
1.Over 59 days before departure: No fees apply for extensions, itinerary changes, or name changes.
2. Between 30 and 59 days before departure (inclusive): A 10% fee of the total tour price will be charged for extensions or itinerary changes.
3. Within 30 days of departure (inclusive): No fees for name changes if the guest finds a replacement; however, if we assist in finding a suitable replacement, a 25% fee of the total tour price will be charged as a visa change service fee.
Warm Reminder:
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We highly recommend purchasing overseas travel insurance before your trip. Here's a link to a trusted insurance provider that we often recommend to our guests. This is a secure purchase option.
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