10 DAYS 8 NIGHTS (EU10B) BELGIUM AND PARIS

10 DAYS 8 NIGHTS

(EU10B)

Easy Pace

BEST OF HOLLAND, BELGIUM AND PARIS

Highlights

GERMANY Frankfurt H Romer H Imperial Cathedral H St Paul's Church H European financial centre

Cologne H Rhine cruise H Loreley Rock H Cologne Cathedral

THE NETHERLANDS Amsterdam H Dam Square H Royal Palace H Church of Amsterdamn H National Monument H Zaanse Schans H Cheese farm H Wooden clog-making demonstration H Canal cruise H Diamond house

BELGIUM Bruges H Belfry H Market Square H City hall H Church of Our Lady

Brussels H Atomium H Royal Palace of Laeken H Manneken Pis H Market Square H Grand Place

FRANCE Paris H Arc de Triomphe H Champs Elysees Boulevard H Place de la Concorde H Eiffel Tower H Notre Dame Cathedral H Fragonard Perfumery

Be awed as we embark on a wonderful journey that will bring you face-to-face with the best of the storied past and stylish present of some the most important cities in Europe. From the eclectic mix of sights in fantastic Frankfurt, home of the European financial centre; the spectacular diamond houses of Amsterdam; to Brussels -- the birthplace of fries; and Paris -- the world's fashion capital, your journey through Europe's hall of fame will be truly spectacular.

Day 1

Singapore ? Frankfurt

(Meals On Board) Assemble at Singapore Changi Airport for your flight to fabulous Frankfurt, where Frankfurters (indeed) originated from. Upon arrival, enjoy a rejuvenating rest at your hotel.

Day 2

Frankfurt ? Rhine River ? Cologne

(Breakfast/Lunch/Dinner) This morning, start your tour of Germany by seeing the most important sights of Frankfurt, the former coronation city of the German emperors. Explore the old side of the city with the medieval building Romer, one of the city's most significant landmarks which is also the famous old city hall. View Imperial Cathedral,

St Paul's Church, and the city's many Gothic and Renaissance buildings. Then, see the modern side of the city comprising the bustling European financial centre, shopping centres and much more. Then, embark on a scenic Rhine cruise along Rhine River in Rhine Valley, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Relax as you cruise past terraced vineyards and medieval castles to St Goar. See the famous Loreley Rock, named after a mermaid who lured fishermen to their deaths with her mesmerising song. Then, continue to Cologne. Explore one of the most fascinating old towns in the country, as well as Cologne Cathedral, one of the most magnificent cathedrals within the country.

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THE NETHERLANDS Amsterdam

Bruges Brussels

BELGIUM

GERMANY

Cologne Frankfurt

Paris

Rhine River

FRANCE

Arc de Triomphe

Manneken Pis

Day 3

Cologne ? Amsterdam

(Breakfast/Pork Knuckle Lunch/Dinner) This morning, depart Germany for Amsterdam in The Netherlands where some might say is the bicycle capital of the world. You will then proceed to Dam Square, where Amstel River was dammed in the 13th century, thus giving the city its name. Next, witness the stellar attractions of Amsterdam such as Royal Palace, Church of Amsterdam and the resplendent National Monument around the square. Note Overnight accommodation may be in The Hague or Rotterdam.

Day 4

Amsterdam

(Breakfast) Tour Zaanse Schans, a quaint Dutch village dotted with well-preserved windmills and cottages. Take the opportunity to visit a cheese farm and witness a wooden clogmaking demonstration. Thereafter, return to Amsterdam to enjoy a refreshing canal cruise. Relax on board a glass-domed motor launch cruising down canals flanked by gabled houses. Next, be dazzled by the diamond house in Amsterdam and see master diamond craftsmen at work. Spend some time at leisure for phototaking or shopping.

Dutch wooden clogs

Picturesque canals in Bruges

Day 5 Amsterdam ? Bruges

(Breakfast/Dinner) This morning, travel to Belgium and journey to the medieval canal city of Bruges, also known as Venice of the North, with its historic centre listed as a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Be intrigued by the 83-metre-tall Belfry at Market Square, the 14th-century city hall, and Church of Our Lady, with one of Europe's highest spires. Spend the day at leisure to explore this enchanting and scenic town. If time permits, you may wish to take a boat ride along the picturesque canals or visit a brewery for a taste of Belgian beer at your own expense.

Day 6 Bruges ? Brussels ? Paris

(Breakfast/Dinner) After breakfast, drive to the beautiful city of Brussels, the capital of Belgium. Your 1st stop is the magnificent Atomium, a marvel of modern architecture, constructed for Expo 58, the 1958 Brussels World's Fair. Drive past Royal Palace of Laeken before arriving in the city to see the mascot of Brussels, Manneken Pis, the 16th and 17th-century Market Square and the resplendent Grand Place. Next, travel towards France to its capital and showstopper city, Paris. In the evening, you may wish to take an excursion cruise along the romantic River Seine at your own expense.

Day 7

Paris

(Breakfast/Lunch) Start your day on a monumental note by visiting Napoleon's Arc de Triomphe, Champs Elysees Boulevard and Place de la Concorde on your city tour. Witness the iconic Eiffel Tower and celebrated Notre Dame Cathedral, one of the most magnificent masterpieces of Gothic architecture. Thereafter, check out Fragonard Perfumery, one of the largest perfumeries in France, and indeed, it also happens to be an awesome place to purchase exclusive French scents that won't break the bank. Spend some time at leisure in the afternoon. Alternatively, shopaholics might want to head back to Champs Elysees Boulevard for more retail therapy.

Day 8

Paris

(Breakfast) Today, spend the day at leisure traversing the city. May we suggest that you head to the cafes near the Louvre where you can order a cuppa, a crepe, and watch the world pass you by as you engage in priceless conversations with your loved ones. You may also wish to visit the extravagantly grandiose Palace of Versailles at your own expense. This is afterall, Paris.

Day 9

Paris ? Singapore

(Breakfast/Meals On Board) If time permits, of course there is always lastminute shopping before bidding "Au Revoir" to Paris as you transfer to the airport for your flight home.

Day 10

Arrive In Singapore

Remarks If a place of visit is closed to visitors, it will be replaced with an alternative. During major events, accommodation may not be in the city mentioned. Sequence of itinerary is subject to change without prior notice.

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