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Best of Holland Belgium and Luxembourg 2013

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Brussels PalaceGrand Ducal PalaceAmsterdam, NetherlandsRoyal Delft Pottery Factory
Brussels Palace
Grand Ducal Palace
Amsterdam, Netherlands
Royal Delft Pottery Factory
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Optionals

On every itinerary, we offer a range of optional excursions that allow you to further enhance your experience should you so choose. These are purchased when you are on your trip, via your Trafalgar Travel Director. Depending on the region visited these can be paid with cash or credit card.

  • AMSTERDAM

    • + HIDDEN AMSTERDAM Wealth and spirit is what the Jews have brought to Amsterdam. Both can still be admired in the former Jewish part of the city. We begin with a visit of the Anne Frank House, and also see the Begijnenhof, where unmarried women lived in safety in earlier times.

    • + DINNER IN AN HISTORIC DUTCH HOUSE Savour a meal of Dutch specialities in elegant surroundings. Drinks included.

    • + VOLENDAM Discover the polder lands of the former Zuyder Zee (Southern Sea) and its genuine countryside. Capture the wonder and feel the power of a 17th century windmill in action. Enjoy the authentic atmosphere of the famous picturesque village of Volendam, its old harbour, wooden houses and locals dressed in traditional costume.

    • + KINDERDIJK VISIT AND BOAT RIDE See the spectacular straight line of 19 working windmills, built around 1740 to pump water out of the reclaimed 'polder' lands. Part of a UNESCO Cultural Heritage site, situated below sea-level. Experience the Dutch provincial landscape between the Rhine river branches of the delta, during our boat ride.

  • LUXEMBOURG

    • + EXCURSION TO THE ROMAN CITY OF TRIER IN GERMANY WITH DINNER Drive to the German city of Trier, visit the historic Roman city with our local guide. After free time in the centre we proceed to the nearby hills for great views over the Moselle river and surrounding famous wine region. Here, in an original villa turned into a restaurant, we enjoy a three-course dinner with drinks, overlooking the valley.

  • BRUGES

    • + HITLER S ATLANTIC WALL FLANDERS FIELDS EXCURSION Conducted by an expert local guide, we take an in-depth drive and visit of Belgium's historic heritage. Hitler's Atlantic Wall, the seaside resort of Ostend, Flander's fields, Nieuwpoort war memorial. We finish with a taste of Belgian waffles at a local restaurant.

    • + MAGICAL BRUGES BY HORSE AND CARRIAGE We go for a magical carriage ride by the colourful canals and squares of the Venice of the North. See the Lake of Love with its gliding swans, the ornate bridges, the step-gabled houses reflecting in the canals, the bells of the carillon chiming - creating a fascinating dream-like atmosphere. Photo stops, of course.

  • BRUSSELS

    • + WATERLOO In 1815 Napoleon fought his last famous battle here against the Duke of Wellington! Visit the famous battlefields, monuments, historical sights, and discover how this decisive battle changed the face of Europe. See the huge iron monument on top of an artificial mound, built by the widows of battle veterans, from which there is a spectacular panoramic view.

    • + A TASTE OF BRUSSELS Discover a manufacturer of chocolate, learn all the secrets that make Belgian chocolate the most exquisite in the world. Visit the only performing puppet theatre for adults, full of legendary characters of worldwide fame. Admire them live on stage. Enjoy a Belgian beer and typical local appetizer in this genuine 17th century atmosphere.

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  • SF= Superior First Class, F = First Class, MF = Moderate First Class, ST = Superior Tourist, D = Deluxe and MD = Moderate Deluxe.
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Notes
  • * For single travellers purchasing the twin-share option, please note that there is a no smoking policy in all shared rooms.
  • ^Twin-share option not available for trips to South America., Costa Rica, Mexico, Alaska, Hawaii or for any holiday & cruise combination, or in Asia and Eastern Mediterranean except Highlights of Turkey (without cruise) & Best of Turkey.

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