7 Days of Romance & Canals: Amsterdam & Paris Escape

After breakfast, walk to the nearby meeting point for your group tour. It’s just a short distance from your hotel. The meeting point is at "49 Stationsplein, 1012 AB, Amsterdam" ­ Start time: 08:15 Duration: 10h Fast Track Live guide: English and 3 other languages Max group size: 8 ­ Included One-hour boat cruise in Giethoorn Hotel pickup Guided tour to cheese experience, wooden shoe workshop, and diamond demonstration Fuel, parking, and entrance fee Not included Lunch ­ Description Begin your day trip with a visit to three beautiful destinations in the Netherlands: Giethoorn, Afsluitdijk, and Zaanse Schans. Visit a traditional Dutch cheese factory and a wooden shoe factory to experience Dutch craftsmanship. Enjoy a royal diamond demonstration at Zaanse Schans. Next, stop at Afsluitdijk, the world's longest dike, for great photo opportunities. End your trip at Giethoorn, known as Holland's 'Little Venice', with a complimentary hour-long boat cruise.

After breakfast, walk to the nearby meeting point for your group tour. It’s just a short distance from your hotel. The meeting point is at "Prins Hendrikkade 25, 1012 TM, Amsterdam" ­ Duration: 1h 15mins Audio guide: English and 18 other languages ­ Included 75-minute canal cruise from Central Station 1 pizza of choice Unlimited drinks (beer, wine and soft drinks) Tub of ice-cream ­ Description Taste a little slice of Italy (via New York) as you cruise the historic canals of Amsterdam with a gourmet pizza dinner of your choice. Add in a couple of drinks and a setting sun and you have yourself a magical evening. There’s history galore on this fun and tasty tour, but pay particular attention to the buildings: many of them slope and tilt (no, you haven’t been smoking anything funny. The city is built on a swamp). Learn Amsterdam's rich history, from the building of the canals and the imports of the 17th century and beyond. As you're filling your brain with facts, fill your belly with New York pizza! Choose your freshly-made gourmet pizza and wash it down with a couple of drinks (have your choice of Heineken, wine or soft drinks). After that, relax and watch the sun go down on one of the prettiest cities in Europe. ­

Start your day with a delicious breakfast, then make your way to Amsterdam central train station "Amsterdam centraal" ,located within a short walking distance from your hotel. Here, you'll board your train for a scenic journey to Paris . Sit back and relax as you travel to Paris central train station "Gare du Nord" , the central rail hub in the heart of the city. Upon arrival in Paris , your hotel will also be within a short walking distance from the station, making your transfer smooth and convenient. Check-in at the hotel is available from 14:00, with early check-in subject to availability. After settling in, enjoy some free time to explore the surrounding area and soak in the charm of Paris at your own pace.

After breakfast, prepare for the day and make your way to the meeting point, located approximately 21 minutes away by car. We recommend taking a taxi at your own expense for convenience. meeting point is at "134 Rue de l'Université, 75007, Paris" ­ Start time: 09:30 Duration: 6h 30mins Last admission: 2 hours and 55 minutes before closing Audio guide: English, Spanish Live guide: English, Spanish Max group size: 35 ­ Included Entrance to the Versailles Palace Guided tour of the Gardens Skip-the-line ticket to the Gardens Free time to explore Versailles Not included Train ticket Guided tour inside the Versailles Palace Food and beverages ­ Description Start your day in Paris with a guided tour to Versailles, the heartbeat of France during the golden 17th, 18th, and 19th centuries. Upon arrival, explore the magnificent Versailles Palace. Admire the palace's impressive architecture and grand rooms. Stroll through the vast gardens, which cover 1,800 hectares, with skip-the-line access. Learn about the Sun King, the French Revolution, and other historical events as you visit the King's chamber, the fountains, and the sculpture of The Abduction of Persephone. Discover the story of the diamond necklace. After the guided tour, take some time to explore the grounds on your own and enjoy the palace's grandness.

After breakfast, prepare for the day and make your way to the meeting point, located approximately 27 minutes away by car. We recommend taking a taxi at your own expense for convenience. meeting point is at "123 Rue Saint-Martin, 75004, Paris" ­ Start time: 15:00 Duration: 2h Live guide: English Max group size: 12 ­ Included Local English-speaking guide A special pastry called "Merveilleux" Not included Additional food and beverages ­ Description Explore the Marais, the medieval quarter of Paris. Known for its welcoming spirit and vibrant atmosphere, it is the center of the city's Jewish and LGBTQIA+ communities. Prepare to tantalize your taste buds with the sweetness of a local meringue, a treat as delightful as the city itself. Pass by historic landmarks that echo stories of yesteryears and discover hidden gardens often missed by tourists.

After breakfast, meet your driver and transfer to the Paris International Airport "Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport" (CDG). We recommend scheduling your hotel pick-up up to 4 hours before your flight departure time. Please note that hotel check-out is at 12:00 noon, and late check-out will be subject to availability.