8 Day Brussels & Amsterdam by Rail

$549 Land Only

$1149* Air & Land

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Highlights Independent Package Includes Flights NYC - Brussels, Amsterdam - NYC Other departure cities available. Click on date of departure for selection and prices. Airline fuel surcharges 6 nights accommodations in your choice of hotels 3 nights Brussels 3 nights Amsterdam Transportation between cities via First Class rail (Plan A and B) or Standard rail (Plan C) with reserved seats ▲ Breakfast daily ▲ Upgrade to First Class rail is available for Plan C Itinerary Optionals Book your Optional Tours before you travel and see more, save time, save money, and protect your investment. Tours purchased while traveling cost at least 10% more! Tours often sell out - avoid disappointment! Save your cash - many countries do not accept credit cards. Travel insurance only covers services purchased prior to departure. Half Day Brussels City Tour 10:00 AM Day #3 01 Apr 2009 - 31 Oct 2009     $35 Today, enjoy a half day sightseeing tour of Brussels. Begin with a short walk to the famed Grand Place and listen to the history of the remarkable city hall and quaint guild houses. Then, board a modern motor coach and continue to see other famous sites of the city, including St. Michael's Cathedral, the Congress Column, the Heysel District with the Atomium, the Chinese Pavilion, and the Japanese Tower. Passing the Royal Residence, return to the city center and see the Sablon District where you will stop briefly to visit a lace workshop. Continue via coach to see Louise Square, passing the Palace of Justice, Royal Square, the Royal Palace, and the Houses of Parliament, arriving at the Cinquantenaire district. Here, in the heart of the European Union, you will see the Triumphal Arch, ornate museum facades, and the characteristic Art Nouveau houses of Brussels. Continue past the European Commission, the European Parliament, and the Council of Ministers Building. Departs at 10:00 a.m. To expedite transfer, please arrive 30 minutes prior to departure time. Pick-up and drop-off at the hotel. Full Day Ghent & Bruges 9:00 AM Day #4 01 Apr 2009 - 31 Oct 2009     $56 Depart for the medieval city of Ghent, the Capital and largest city of the East Flanders province. On arrival, visit St. Bavon's Cathedral* to view the celebrated 12-paneled Adoration of the Lamb, painted by the Van Eyck brothers. Following your visit, enjoy a tour of the city where you will see many important buildings from the Middle Ages, including the Castle of the Counts of Flanders and the unfinished Church of St. Nicholas. The tour continues through the Flemish countryside to visit Bruges. Upon arrival, visit the Lake of Love (Minnewater) and the Beguinage convent, followed by lunch in a local restaurant. After lunch, enjoy a walking tour of the city where you will see such sights as Our Lady's Church, with the famous Madonna statue by Michelangelo, the Market Square and Belfry, and the Town Hall Square with its Chapel of the Holy Blood. Conclude with an optional boat tour along the city's canals. *The Cathedral of St. Bavon is closed on Sundays. Comfortable walking shoes are suggested for this tour. Departs at 9:00 a.m. Please arrive 30 minutes prior to departure time. Pick-up and drop-off at the hotel. Amsterdam City Tour by Bus & Boat 10:00 AM Day #6 19 Mar 2009 - 29 Apr 2009     $33 01 May 2009 - 17 Oct 2009     $33 19 Oct 2009 - 01 Nov 2009     $33 This panoramic tour of Amsterdam takes you to view both the old and new sections of the city. From the comfort of a modern air-conditioned motor coach, view the Royal Palace, National Monument, "Skinny Bridge," Albert Cuyp market, and the beautiful merchant houses along the canals. The tour also includes a visit to a windmill on the Amstel River. Afterwards, enjoy a tour through Amsterdam's famous canals and Old Harbor. Board a glass-top boat and cruise the canals to view historic homes with beautiful fronts, 16th-century warehouses, and charming churches with bell towers. Departs from 26 Damrak, the main street between central station & Dam square. Drop-off at 26 Damrak. Half Day Delft, The Hague & Madurodam 2:30 PM Day #7 19 Mar 2009 - 29 Apr 2009     $45 01 May 2009 - 17 Oct 2009     $45 19 Oct 2009 - 01 Nov 2009     $45 This afternoon tour begins with a stop in Delft, a lovely 17th-century town famous for its "Delft Blue" pottery and one of the most magnificent town squares in Holland, the Burg Square. Continue to visit The Hague, seat of the Dutch Houses of Parliament, and where you will begin your guided tour of the city. The highlight of the tour includes a visit to Madurodam, a miniature model of a Dutch town, including typical buildings and famous Dutch landmarks. On your return to Amsterdam, pass by the seaside resort of Scheveningen. Departs at 2:30 p.m. Please arrive 15 minutes prior to departure time. Pick-up and drop-off at 26 Damrak (main street between central station and Dam Square). Book your Optional Tours before you travel and see more, save time, save money, and protect your investment. Tours purchased while traveling cost at least 10% more! Tours often sell out - avoid disappointment! Save your cash - many countries do not accept credit cards. Travel insurance only covers services purchased prior to departure. Rates & Hotels Click On A Date To Book Online * All Prices are in USD 2009 Land Only Air & Land Apr 13 549 1149 Apr 20 739 1339 Apr 27 (Sold Out) 749 1459 May 4; 11 739 1449 May 18 659 1449 May 25 729 1699 Jun 1 739 1839 Jun 8 (Sold Out) 739 1839 Jun 15 739 1839 Jun 22 (Sold Out) 739 1779 Jun 29 719 1999 Jul 6; 13; 20; 27; Aug 3; 10; 17; 24 549 1589 Aug 31 739 1449 Sep 7 (Sold Out) 739 1449 Sep 14 739 1449 Sep 21 (Sold Out) 739 1449 Sep 28; Oct 5 739 1549 Oct 12 739 1549 Oct 19 739 1549 *Not included: airport taxes, fees & September 11th Security Fee, transfers & optional tours (see Terms & Conditions). Upgrade to First Class rail is available for Plan C. Hotel Plans Plan C - [details]   Ibis Brussels off Grand Place   Brussels This tourist class hotel located in the city center and, as the name suggests, is just off the Grand Place. [more] Eden Lancaster Hotel   Amsterdam This tourist class hotel is situated in a tranquil and green residential area opposite the well-known zoo, Artis. [more] Plan B - [details]   Hilton Brussels City   Brussels This first class hotel is located in the very heart of Brussels, the "Capital of Europe." [more] Holiday Inn Amsterdam   Amsterdam This first class hotel is located in a residential district south of city center Amsterdam opposite Amstel Park and near the RAI Convention Center. [more] Plan A - [details]   Royal Windsor Hotel   Brussels This deluxe class hotel offers the best location in Brussels, just off the world-famous Grand Place a short distance from all attractions in Brussels. [more] Marriott Amsterdam Hotel   Amsterdam This deluxe hotel is located in the heart of the historic Old City overlooking Leidsplein. [more] Package Date: Select Date   Include Flight? 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Gate 1 Travel Airfare - These are Gate 1 Travel fares which allow you to book your trip while paying a minimal deposit at time of booking. Instant Purchase/Published Airfare - These are fares that airlines have published which require payment in full at time of purchase. In some cases, these fares may be displayed as Gate 1 Airfare with Instant Purchase Requirement. To find the lowest available airfare, select [ANY] and you will get results for both kinds of airfare. Each of these fare types has its own set of restrictions which cover changes, cancellations, fuel surcharges, etc. Please refer to our terms and conditions for full details. Airfare Type [Any] Gate 1 Travel Airfare Only Published Airfare Only We are unable to reserve airline seats for you until 11 months prior to your date of travel. Until then, we offer a choice of airfares from major US cities which you may select for your reservation. Your final flight details, airfare, airport taxes and fees will be advised 11 months prior to travel. Airfares are subject to change. Air reservations may be completed no more than 11 months prior to the date of travel. For travel more than 11 months prior, please call Gate 1 at (800) 682-3333. Itinerary First Destination Check-In:       How many nights in Brussels, Belgium? 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9   Night(s) How many nights in Amsterdam, Netherlands? 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9   Night(s) Return Date: PLEASE NOTE: When selecting the Flexible Package option, your new itinerary will include flights and hotel accommodations only. Additional required services should be booked separately including transfers, rail transportation between cities and sightseeing options. The final package price will differ from the above advertised prices. Accommodations Select Number of Rooms   1 2 3 4 Room 1 # of Adults 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 # of Children -- 1 2 3 First Child Age -- 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 Second Child Age -- 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 Third Child Age -- 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 Room 2 # of Adults -- 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 # of Children -- 1 2 3 First Child Age -- 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 Second Child Age -- 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 Third Child Age -- 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 Room 3 # of Adults -- 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 # of Children -- 1 2 3 First Child Age --