The formal country name 'Nederland,' meaning the 'lowlands,' indicates that about half of the area is below sea level. Reclamation of land from the sea through dikes has continued through recent times. Its location at the coast of the North Sea and its long history of international trade have forged links with countries worldwide from as early as 1600, resulting in an international, diverse and tolerant society welcoming all visitors warmly.
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Minicruise onboard the Stena Line
It is the most comfortable way to travel from Amsterdam to the UK. Enjoy a ferry cruise from Amsterdam to the UK. The overnight Mini cruise is the perfect short break. Onboard Stena, you find restaurants, cafes, bars, shopping areas, children's corner, free onboard movies, and of course, private cabins to relax and sleep in comfort.
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A network of charming canals, stunning waterfronts and architecture, lush green parks, museums, history, fantastic food, and a great nightlife make Amsterdam an excellent place for everybody’s taste.
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The Amsterdam Museum Quarter is home to some of the world’s most important art exhibitions. The Rijksmuseum has a wide variety of artifacts that reflect more than 800 years of Dutch and global history, the Stedelijk Museum modern and contemporary art and design. The Van Gogh Museum is one of the most famous museums in the world, housing the most extensive collection of works by Vincent van Gogh.
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Lined with beautiful 17th and 18th-century houses and crossed by hundreds of bridges, the canals are a gorgeous sight and a focal point for Amsterdammers and visitors alike. A canal ride offers a unique window into the city's history and the lifestyle of its residents.
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Volendam is a traditional fishing and farming village located on the shore of the IJsselmeer. The old harbor, colorful houses, locals wearing costumes, and popular Dutch wooden shoes are great for holiday pictures.
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Volendam and Zaanse Schans excursion
An excursion to the Dutch countryside will lead to a good understanding of traditional Dutch architecture, culture, and history. Once, around 600 windmills were constructed on the banks of the river Zaan now, a few of them are forming the open-air Museum Zaanse Schans, and visitors can learn about the ins-and-outs of milling. Workshops of traditional dutch handicrafts like weaving, clog making are adding to the experience, plus a stop at the fishing village of Volendam, its harbor and colorful houses will complete the taste of Dutch the picture.
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The Netherlands has a rich cheese-making history. We witness how it is traditionally made during the visit to a cheese farm and learn about the ingredients and herbs that create various flavors from farm to farm.
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For more than 400 years, Amsterdam is the City of Diamonds. The city has been a significant diamond center since Sephardic Jews introduced the diamond cutting industry in the later 16th century. Today, there are still several diamond factories in Amsterdam where one can see fantastic jewelry and handicrafts being made.
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The museum dedicated to keeping Anne Frank's story alive uses modern media to provide educational background information about Nazi-occupied Amsterdam. The young Jewish girl's diary is on display. The actual hiding place of the family is accessible and a place of reflection.
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A tour with a professional guide showcasing London's highlights. We will first begin with landmarks like the Tower of London, St Paul's Cathedral, and Westminster Abbey. We will also be visiting historical buildings joined by modern structures like the Shard and the Millennium Bridge, making it today's contemporary city.
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The Changing of the Guards
At 11:30 in the forecourt of Buckingham Palace, the new Guard marches to the Palace from Wellington Barracks with a Guards band, the Old Guard hands over in a ceremony during which the sentries are changed then returns to barracks. The New Guard then marches to St James's Palace, leaving the detachment at Buckingham Palace.
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Windsor Castle is the oldest and largest occupied castle globally, and it's the official residence of Her Majesty the Queen. Built over 900 years ago, has become a fine example of gothic architecture and holds the famous dolls' house of Queen Mary, the State Apartments, St George's Chapel, the Albert Memorial Chapel, and much more.
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Windsor Castle half day tour
Only open to the public in the last 15 years, the castle offers a tour of the precincts, the State Apartments, Queen Mary's famous dolls' house, St George's Chapel, and the Albert Memorial Chapel. Once outside the castle grounds, take a walk around the quaint town and enjoy Windsor's many charming shops, cafes, and tea houses.
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The London Eye is a feat of design and engineering, the first of its kind and the only cantilevered observation wheel globally. It is 443 feet high, making it the fourth-largest Ferris wheel globally, providing one of the best views of London.
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Wax museum of Madam Tussaud’s
The first out of 21 wax museums created by the renowned Madame Tussauds is a must-see. With 14 interactive areas, the museum combines glitz, glamour, and incredible history with more than 300 stunning wax figures. This would include historical and royal figures, film stars, sports stars, and famous murderers, all in one place.
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A visible symbol of awe and fear, the Tower of London, founded by William the Conqueror in the 1070s, holds the most remarkable stories from across the centuries. Its buildings and grounds served historically as a royal palace, a political prison, a place of execution, an arsenal, and a great deal more.
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You'll see London from a unique vantage point on the river, including the Tower of London, the Houses Parliament, Tower Bridge, and South Bank; all with an explanation from the captain, a Thames "Waterman."
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The Hard Rock Café London is the first of its kind! It opened the doors on June 14th, 1971, as two Americans thought Europe should have a taste of authentic, down-home American cooking flavored with a heavy dose of rock 'n' roll. The central location near Buckingham Palace and St James Park is the exact location from where the idea spread worldwide.
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Omnia Omnibus Ubique" – "All Things, For All People, everywhere" is the motto of Britain's most iconic shop. The massive store occupies a 4.5-acre site in London's boasts a unique range of products from pianos to pets, Dior to Dolce, fashion, and food.
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As the gateway between the central shopping district of the city center and the West side of the city, no visit to London would be complete without spending some time in Trafalgar Square. It is home to Nelson's Column and other statues and historic features, including the National Gallery, St Martin-in-the-Fields, Canada House, and South Africa House.
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La Grand Place is the central, geographic, and historic heart of Brussels and one of the most memorable squares in Europe. The French army in 1695 almost destroyed the trading center. It was resurrected over time and is now a wonderful hotch-potch of Gothic, opulent baroque, neoclassical, neogothic architecture. UNESCO added the place to the list of World Heritage sites.
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Engineer André Waterkeyn and architects André and Jean Polak magnified, for the 1958 World's Fair in Brussel, an iron crystal 165 billion times. The Belgians became so fond of the Atomium, that it has never been taken down and since come to symbolize Brussels.
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Ensure you buy genuine handmade Belgian chocolates that are not made anywhere else. There are thousands of varieties to choose from and endless choices to be made. While sightseeing and walking between monument stop by at chocolate shops and find your favored.
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Paris is fabulous by day but unforgettable by night. Don't miss the chance to take an after-dinner Paris by Night Illuminations Tour. The evening starts with a typical French dinner at the Painter’s Square of Montmartre. You'll tour all the illuminated Paris sights, monuments and squares en route to Seine River Cruise where a commented 1 hour cruise on a convertible boat illuminating the river banks will crown the day.
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Seeing some of Paris' most beautiful sites glide past as you drift down the Seine river is an unforgettable and essential experience. At night enjoy the shimmering play of light on the Seine and stunning architecture illuminated with great care.
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The famous Manneken-Pis remains the emblem of the rebellious spirit of the City of Brussels. His wardrobe counts more than 800 suits. The Museum of the City of Brussels presents one hundred of these suits. A multimedia database allows the visitors to consult the whole wardrobe of the famous 'ketje'
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