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The Trip

​Experience the incredible culture, history and cuisine of three European capitals on this 10-day Designed Trip to London, Paris and Amsterdam. Your trip begins in jolly ‘ol London, with its palaces, jewels, pop culture and history dating back to the Romans. Experience the buzzing city on two wheels, see the crown jewels up close and stroll through hotspots like Soho, Covent Garden, Borough Market, Shoreditch and Brick Lane before grabbing a pint in a historic pub. Next, it’s off to Paris, where you’ll experience the city through the eyes of local guides, climb the Eiffel Tower, eat your way through Montmatre, marvel at the Mona Lisa and cruise the Seine before hopping on the high-speed train to your final stop. Get to know Amsterdam with a cruise down the picturesque canals on a Dutch barge, see Van Gogh’s masterpieces up close, visit Anne Frank’s house and cycle through the countryside, past windmills and local cheese farmers before hopping on your flight home.

The Details

Price: 
  • 10 days from $2,881/person​
Duration:
  • 10 days
Inclusions:
  • Highly-rated boutique hotels
  • Transportation within London, Paris & Amsterdam
  • Small-group experiences
  • ​​Curated Italy mini-guide
  • Trip preparation & support

The Itinerary

London
  • Day 1: Welcome to London! This vibrant capital city expertly blends modern culture and arts with history that dates back nearly 2,000 years to 47AD when Britain was invaded by the Romans. Check in to your hotel and get settled. It’s been a long journey, so enjoy a relaxed dinner (fish & chips, perhaps?!) before calling it a night.
  • Day 2: Wake up to your first full day in jolly ol’ England. Enjoy a relaxed ‘full English’ breakfast before meeting your guide for a group bike tour, with stops at key sites around the city like the London Eye, Big Ben, Houses of Parliament, Westminster Abbey, Buckingham Palace, Trafalgar Square, and more. Enjoy a relaxed afternoon exploring the shops and cafes of the historic Soho and Covent Garden before dinner at one of London’s world-class restaurants, and, if you’d like, possibly a show in the famous West End.
  • Day 3: Spend your second full day diving into the city's rich history, seeing the Crown Jewels and learning more about England’s tumultuous past on a visit to the Tower of London. Cross the Thames and head to lunch at Borough Market, London’s famous covered food market. The afternoon is free to explore - choose to take a trip on the London Eye, Europe’s largest ferris wheel, visit one of the city’s fantastic (and free) museums, or tuck in to a cozy pub for a pint. Either sit down to a delicious dinner, or opt to join a food tour of London's East End, home to the city’s best Indian restaurants.

Paris
  • Day 4: Cheerio, London! Head to the beautiful King’s Cross St Pancras station to board your high-speed Eurostar train to Paris. In just 2 hours you’ll be in Paris, surrounded by fine art, history, culture and incomparable French cuisine. Check into your boutique hotel before meeting your private guide for an introductory tour of Paris from a local’s perspective. Visit key spots such as Shakespeare & Co, Notre Dame and Sainte Chapelle before sitting down at a streetside cafe to sip a glass of wine and watch the world go by. 
  • Day 5: Rise and shine to a hot café au lait before making your way over to one of the world’s most impressive museums, the Musée du Louvre. Explore the former palace on your own, taking in unmissable masterpieces such as the Mona Lisa and Venus de Milo, or opt for a private guide. After lunch, hop on the Batobus, Paris’ river bus, to cruise down the Seine, all the way to the iconic Eiffel tower. Your pre-booked ticket will take you to the tip top for incredible views of the city from above. Ride the batobus back up the river or explore the area - the rest of the day can be spent however feels right.
  • Day 6: After a flakey croissant, you’re off to Montmatre, a neighborhood that was  historically home to artists such as Picasso and Dalí, and is now known for street artists, buskers, artisan food shops, and cabaret halls, including the iconic Moulin Rouge. Taste local delicacies including macarons, crêpes, cheeses, french breads and wine with your small group and local guide. The afternoon is free - you may want to stroll La Marais, popping into the historic Marche des Enfants Rouges. Or choose to add a guided tour of Paris’ famous catacombs, home to the bones of more than 6 million Parisians. The evening can be spent at a cozy bistrot or aboard a luxury Bateaux Parisiens river boat, the choice is yours.

Amsterdam
  • Day 7: Sleep in and enjoy a slow, relaxed French breakfast before making your way back to Paris’ Gare du Nord for the high-speed train to Amsterdam. After arriving, check in to your boutique hotel before taking a walk around the city’s vibrant Jordaan district, famous for beautiful shops, cafes, restaurants and galleries. As the evening sets in, board a classic wooden saloon Dutch boat. As your guide introduces you to the city, sip local wine and nibble on pre-dinner snacks. 
  • Day 8: After breakfast, head to the Van Gogh museum for a deep-dive into the world-famous post-Impressionist Dutch painter, featuring his many self-portraits and masterpieces such as Sunflowers. For lunch, swing by Foodhallen to try bitterballen (crispy meatballs), broodje haring (herring sandwich) and jenever (a juniper-flavored spirit). Make your way to the Anne Frank museum where you’ll learn about Anne and her family before exploring the house and annex where she hid from the Nazis. As the sun sets, grab a canal-side drink followed by a delicious Dutch dinner in one of the many world-class restaurants of Amsterdam.
  • Day 9: Grab a hot, strong coffee with a pannakoeken (Dutch pancake) or two before meeting your guide for a countryside group bicycle tour. Cycle out of the city over dams and dykes, cruise through farmland, stop for a taste of the (self-proclaimed) world’s best apple pie, see the world-famous Dutch windmills and ride through picturesque villages as you learn about life as an Amsterdammer. Back in the city, the afternoon is free to swing by the Rijksmuseum, stroll through the De Negen Straatjes district, or relax at a trendy cafe.
  • Day 10: Enjoy your final European breakfast and savor the morning before heading to the airport and hopping on the plane for your flight home.

Pricing & Inclusions

Boutique
  • London, 3 hotel nights: The Grafton Arms, Vintry & Mercer, or equivalent
  • Paris, 3 hotel nights: Hôtel Jardin de Cluny, Hôtel ​Louvois, or equivalent
  • Amsterdam, 3 hotel nights: Mr. Jordaan, Hotel Mai, or equivalent
  • Best of London bicycle tour
  • Tower of London tickets
  • London-Paris high-speed train tickets
  • Private introduction to Paris with local guide
  • The Louvre Museum tickets
  • 24-hour Batobus passes
  • Eiffel Tower tickets
  • Small-group food tour of Montmartre
  • Paris-Amsterdam high-speed train tickets
  • Small-group canal cruise with drinks and snacks
  • Van Gogh Museum tickets
  • Anne Frank museum tickets
  • Small-group Dutch countryside bicycle tour
  • Curated destination mini-guide
  • Trip preparation & support

​Exclusions
  • International flights to London and from Amsterdam
  • Meals & activities not listed
  • ​Travel insurance

Boutique Pricing
  • From $2,881 per person

​*Pricing based on double occupancy and may vary depending on travel dates and total number of travelers. ​
Luxury Boutique
  • London, 3 hotel nights: The Henrietta Hotel, ​The Hoxton Holborn, or equivalent
  • Paris, 3 hotel nights: Hotel Millesime, La Chambre du Marais, or equivalent
  • Amsterdam, 3 hotel nights: The Hendrick’s Hotel, De Witt, or equivalent
  • Best of London bicycle tour
  • Tower of London tickets
  • London-Paris, high-speed train tickets, premium class
  • Private introduction to Paris with local guide
  • The Louvre Museum tickets
  • 24-hour Batobus passes
  • Eiffel Tower tickets
  • Small-group food tour of Montmartre
  • Paris-Amsterdam high-speed train tickets, premium class
  • Small-group canal cruise with drinks and snacks
  • Van Gogh Museum tickets
  • Anne Frank museum tickets
  • Small-group Dutch countryside bicycle tour
  • Curated destination mini-guide
  • Trip preparation & support

Exclusions
  • International flights to London and from Amsterdam
  • Meals & activities not listed
  • ​Travel insurance

Boutique Luxury Pricing
  • From $3,787 per person

*Pricing based on double occupancy and may vary depending on travel dates and total number of travelers. ​
Luxury
  • London, 3 hotel nights: The Ned, The Londoner, or equivalent
  • Paris, 3 hotel nights: Le Pavillon de la Reine, Nolinski Paris, or equivalent
  • Amsterdam, 3 hotel nights: De L’Europe Amsterdam, The Dylan, or equivalent
  • Best of London bicycle tour
  • Tower of London tickets
  • London-Paris, high-speed train tickets, premium class
  • Private introduction to Paris with local guide
  • The Louvre Museum tickets
  • 24-hour Batobus passes
  • Eiffel Tower tickets
  • Small-group food tour of Montmartre
  • Paris-Amsterdam high-speed train tickets, premium class
  • Small-group canal cruise with drinks and snacks
  • Van Gogh Museum tickets
  • Anne Frank museum tickets
  • Small-group Dutch countryside bicycle tour
  • Curated destination mini-guide
  • Trip preparation & support

Exclusions
  • International flights to London and from Amsterdam
  • Meals & activities not listed
  • ​Travel insurance

Luxury Pricing
  • From $4,793 per person

​*Pricing based on double occupancy and may vary depending on travel dates and total number of travelers. ​

Optional upgrades

  • ​​Tickets to the West End Theatre
  • Indian food tour of east London
  • Tickets to the London Eye
  • Private guided tour of the Louvre Museum 
  • Small-group guided tour of Paris' Catacombs 
  • Seine river cruise & dinner
  • Macaroon making class in Paris
  • Private Amsterdam canal cruise
  • Private guided tour of the Van Gogh Museum
  • Rijksmuseum tickets & optional tour
  • Private Dutch countryside bicycle tour
  • Private airport transfers (incl. in Luxury level)

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​This Designed Trip was developed based on our personal travels, with local contacts, favorite hotels and authentic activities we've experienced first-hand.
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WHAT IS A DESIGNED TRIP?
A Designed Trip is a pre-designed travel plan based on our personal, first-hand travel experiences in each destination. As they are pre-designed, our Designed Trips have been created as a turnkey travel option and can be booked and delivered in as little as one week. ​
CAN I MAKE ANY CHANGES TO A DESIGNED TRIP?
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HOW LONG DOES THE PROCESS TAKE?
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