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Wander past meandering canals, gabled houses, and blossoming gardens as you take in the picturesque charm of Amsterdam, Luxembourg, and Brussels. Delve into the Dutch capital’s laid-back cafe culture before strolling along Luxembourg City’s quaint, cobbled streets and exploring historic Brussels, the unofficial capital of Europe.
Your tour package includes
8 nights in handpicked hotels
8 breakfasts
3 dinners with beer or wine
1 beer tasting
1 tasting
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Included highlights
Amsterdam canal cruise
Van Gogh Museum
Maastricht
Luxembourg's Old Town
Bastogne War Museum
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Welcome to the Netherlands! Meet your Tour Director and fellow travelers at tonight’s welcome dinner.
Day 3: Sightseeing tour of Amsterdam
Included meal: Breakfast
Take to the water on today’s sightseeing tour as your local guide introduces you to Amsterdam's unique character.
Cruise by icons like the Dutch National Opera house and the Skinny Bridge
Reflect on the city’s history as you pass by a former Jewish neighborhood
See the dancing houses, the narrowest houses in Amsterdam, and “flower bikes” decorated by a local known as the Flower Bike Man
Disembark near the Rijksmuseum, and stroll to the iconic Van Gogh Museum for a tour with an audio guide
Enjoy a free afternoon in Amsterdam or add excursions.
Food of Amsterdam Walking Tour
From $129 per person
Keukenhof Gardens
From $135 per person
Day 4: Free day in Amsterdam
Included meal: Breakfast
Spend a free day in Amsterdam or add an excursion.
A Day in Charming Delft
From $165 per person
Luxembourg Region2 nights
Day 5: Luxembourg Region via Maastricht
Included meals: Breakfast, Dinner
Travel south to the mountainous province of Limburg. Stop in its capital, Maastricht, where your Tour Director will show you its Old City walls.
Later, cross into the tiny principality of Luxembourg where you'll sit down for an included dinner with your group.
Day 6: Sightseeing tour of Luxembourg City
Included meal: Breakfast
A local guide leads today’s tour of Luxembourg City, the country’s capital.
Enter the Luxembourg American Cemetery and Memorial
View the World War II Monument to National Unity in the New Town
See the Citadel of the Holy Spirit, Notre-Dame Cathedral, and Grand Ducal Palace
Travel through the Old Town, a UNESCO World Heritage site
Enjoy a free afternoon in the Luxembourg region or add an excursion.
Historic Germany: A Day in Trier
From $115 per person
Brussels3 nights
Day 7: Brussels via Bastogne
Included meals: Breakfast, Beer tasting
Travel north through the forested Ardennes on your way to Brussels.
Visit the Bastogne War Museum, which pays tribute to the American soldiers who defended Belgium in World War II during the Battle of the Bulge
Stop in the Dinant for a self-guided tour of the Leffe brewery and enjoy a beer tasting
Day 8: Sightseeing tour of Brussels
Included meals: Breakfast, Tasting
Join a local guide for a panoramic tour of Brussels, the unofficial capital of Europe and headquarters of the European Union.
Drive past the Cathedral of St. Michael and St. Gudula, a Gothic church dating back to the Middle Ages
Pass by Brussels Park, the Royal Palace, and the Palais de Justice, the largest court building in Brussels
Stroll through the city’s historic center, stopping at the Grand-Place market for a chocolate tasting
Enjoy a free evening in Brussels or add an excursion.
Belgian Chocolate Workshop & Beer Tasting
From $155 per person
Day 9: Free day in Brussels
Included meals: Breakfast, Farewell dinner
Spend a free day in Brussels or add an excursion.
Celebrate your trip with your fellow travelers at a farewell dinner this evening.
A Day in Antwerp
From $149 per person
Flight Home
Day 10: Departure
Included meal: Breakfast (excluding early morning departures)
Transfer to the airport for your flight home or continue your tour in the city of Bruges.
Extension to Bruges
Continue your trip to Bruges, a medieval city so well-preserved, it’s like walking right into a fairy-tale scene. Explore some seriously charming cobbled streets on a sightseeing tour with a local guide.
Bruges2 nights
Day 10: Transfer to Bruges & sightseeing tour
Included meals: Breakfast, Tasting
Travel to Bruges, where you’ll have plenty of opportunities to take in the sights, sounds and flavors of this charming city. Get an overview of Bruges on a panoramic tour of its most famous sites.
See Burg Square and the Church of Our Lady
Enjoy the view of romantic Minnewater, the “Lake of Love”
Visit the Beguinage, a UNESCO World Heritage site, now home to an order of Benedictine nuns
Pop in to some of the many chocolate shops for tastings
Set sail on the canals and tour the city by boat
Day 11: Free day in Bruges
Included meal: Breakfast
Spend a free day in Bruges or add an excursion.
This evening, enjoy a farewell drink as you celebrate your trip with your fellow group members.
A Day in Ghent: Tasting Tour & Canal Cruise
From $135 per person
Flight Home
Day 12: Departure
Included meal: Breakfast (excluding early morning departures)
Transfer to the Brussels airport for your flight home.
The tour and itinerary was great. We had a smaller tour group and everyone in it was very nice and was fun getting to know and hang out with each other. Also, was disappointed that we did not get to tour Anne Frank’s home in Amsterdam.
My only real complaint was our airline reservations. We had to...
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Great Trip
7/15/23 by 6th-time traveler Jennifer
This was one of my favorite tours I’ve taken. I loved the three countries we visited and had a blast exploring each one.
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Netherlands and Belgium
4/15/23 by 5th-time traveler Nancy Lee
From the first day in Amsterdam until health issues caused us to leave the tour in Brussels, we were in great hands. Our tour guide, Paula made sure we understood how to get around on the trams so we could go places on our own. My sister and I loved the Keukenhof Gardens and canal boat tour. The war...
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Hotels, flights & FAQ
Here's the nitty-gritty—where you’ll stay, how you’ll get there, and what to know about your destination before you go.
Hotels
We handpick every hotel to strike the balance of comfort, location, and local charm. Specific accommodations will vary based on your departure date, but these are frequently used hotels for this tour and we're confident you'll be satisfied.
The Manor Amsterdam
This trendy hotel is located in the Oost district of Amsterdam. Guests enjoy comfortable rooms, lounge-bar, and easy access to the tram. Nearby you'll...
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Meliá Luxembourg
This luxurious hotel is located in the Kirchberg area of Luxembourg. Guests enjoy the GOYA Restaurant, AQUA Lounge, and spa area. Nearby, you’ll find ...
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Hotel nhow Brussels Bloom
This chic hotel is located in Brussels' Botanique District. Guests enjoy the spacious rooms, fitness center, and rotating art gallery installations. N...
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NH Brugge
This historic hotel is located in the Brugge city center. Guests enjoy a peaceful garden area, a bar, and fitness center Nearby, you'll find Market Sq...
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Flights
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Options for arriving early, staying longer, or requesting an upgrade
Flexible rebooking options if your tour itinerary changes
You can see the most up-to-date entry requirements for the destination(s) you’ll visit on tour by going to goaheadtours.com/entry-requirements and searching the code ABL.
This tour visits the Netherlands, Luxembourg, and Belgium. In order to enter these countries, U.S. and Canadian citizens need a valid passport with an expiration date extending at least six months beyond the date of reentry.
We recommend having at least one blank passport page for entry stamps.
Beginning in 2024, U.S. and Canadian passport holders must register for an ETIAS travel authorization in order to enter many European countries.
Passport holders from over 60 visa-exempt countries (including the U.S. and Canada) will need to apply for an ETIAS travel authorization in order to visit 30 European countries. That means that even if you’ve previously traveled to any of these European countries without a visa, starting in 2024, you’ll need to get ETIAS authorization to visit them again. If you’re traveling to multiple countries with this requirement, you only need to complete the form once. All Go Ahead travelers are responsible for obtaining their own ETIAS travel authorization before departure. For more details, please visit our Help Center.
If you are not a U.S. or Canadian citizen, you must contact each country’s consulate for your specific entry requirements.
You will walk for at least 1 hour daily across moderately uneven terrain, including cobblestone streets and paved roads, with few hills or stairs.
Travelers should be healthy enough to participate in all included walks without assistance. Adding optional excursions may increase the amount of walking on your tour.
You should feel comfortable managing your own baggage at times.
Go Ahead Tours and the Tour Director who accompanies your group are unable to provide special, individual mobility assistance to travelers on tour. The responsibility of the Tour Director is to ensure the group as a whole enjoys a relaxing and informative journey, and he or she cannot be relied upon to provide ongoing, individualized assistance to any one traveler.
If you have any mobility concerns or physical restrictions, please contact our Customer Experience Team.
Round-trip flights booked through Go Ahead Tours arrive in Amsterdam and depart from Brussels. A representative from Go Ahead Tours will meet you at the airport and take you to your hotel. Please remain in the arrival lounge, as the representative might be escorting one of your fellow travelers to the bus at the time of your arrival.
Transfers to and from the airport at your destination are included for travelers who have purchased their flights through Go Ahead Tours. Travelers who purchase their own flights may request airport transfers with Go Ahead Tours for an additional cost.
All other included transportation on this tour is by private motor coach.
Please note that our travelers are limited to one checked bag and one carry-on bag per person due to storage limitations on motor coaches and other transfers, which may include train connections or flights.
Contact your airline(s) for baggage size and weight restrictions for your flights, which may include on-tour flights in addition to your round-trip flights to and from tour. Please note that your included on-tour flights may have more restrictive baggage limits.
Some airlines may impose additional charges if you choose to check any baggage or exceed baggage size and weight restrictions. Be advised that you are responsible for any baggage fees incurred on all flights.
Make sure you label your baggage and keep valuables, medication, and documents in your carry-on bag.
We recommend packing lightweight, loose-fitting clothing that can be easily layered to accommodate varying temperatures, as well as a light jacket or rainwear.
A sturdy pair of walking shoes or sneakers is recommended for sightseeing.
You may want to pack dressier attire if you plan to visit a high-end restaurant or special performance.
It is preferable not to visit churches or other religious sites with bare legs and shoulders (and entrance may be denied on this basis).
You can see the most up-to-date entry requirements for the destination(s) you’ll visit on tour by going to goaheadtours.com/entry-requirements and searching the code ABL.
At least 60 days prior to departure, check with your doctor or healthcare provider for the latest updates and entry requirements, or visit the Center for Disease Control and Prevention website at cdc.gov.
If you have medication that you take daily, be sure you have enough for each day of the tour as well as any possible delays encountered.
If you have dietary restrictions and/or food allergies please notify Go Ahead Tours at least 30 days prior to departure by logging in to your account and updating your traveler info. To update this information closer to your departure date, please call our Customer Experience Team.
In the Netherlands, simply prepared meat and fish dishes, substantial soups and hearty stews are local staples. Snack food traditionally features fish—you might try maatje, raw green herring served with onions—but pancakes, french fries, doughnuts, and waffles are just as plentiful.
In Luxembourg, the culinary influences are mostly Germanic. Smoked sausages, hams, and hearty stews are popular.
In Belgium, seafood is of a very high quality, and mussels steamed in white wine are a favorite. Patisseries offer decadent pastries and cakes, and you won’t want to miss indulging in favorites like fries, handmade chocolate, locally brewed Abbey-style beer, and, of course, Belgian waffles. Please note that Belgian beers vary widely in style and flavor and are often much higher in alcohol content than other European beers.
The Netherlands, Luxembourg, and Belgium operate on the European standard 220-240 volts and use Types C, E, or F plugs with two small, round pins.
We recommend packing a universal adapter, as well as a voltage converter if you plan on using your own hairdryer or other device without a built-in converter.
The strength of the air conditioning in European hotels is often not as strong or as cool as what you might be used to in the U.S. or Canada. When air conditioning is available, it is usually regulated seasonally and controlled centrally by the hotel.
Your hotels may provide hairdryers, irons, and other small appliances. However, these amenities cannot be guaranteed.
Better rates of exchange are usually available overseas, although it’s worth ordering some currency from your local bank to use when you first arrive.
We strongly advise that you take debit/bank cards and credit cards, which can be used to withdraw cash at local banks as needed.
You can use most debit/credit cards at ATMs on the international networks Cirrus and Plus, but make sure to check with your home bank about withdrawal fees.
Inform your bank and credit card company of your travel plans so that they won’t confuse your international purchases for fraudulent charges.
International banks and businesses primarily accept debit and credit cards that work with the EMV chip system. If you do not already have at least one debit or credit card with a chip in it, we strongly recommend requesting one from your bank prior to your tour.
At the conclusion of your tour, it’s customary to offer your Tour Director and driver a gratuity in local currency. Please keep current exchange rates in mind.
We recommend tipping the equivalent of $8USD to $10USD per person per day for your Tour Director and the equivalent of $3USD per person per day for your driver.
If applicable, we also recommend the equivalent of $2USD per local guide.
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