16 Apr 2027
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Escorted tour
Paris to Amsterdam: Brussels, Bruges, Rotterdam & Delft – 8 Days
Paris, Brussels, Bruges, Rotterdam, Delft and Amsterdam by train, with a small group of up to 12.
8 days
From £2,795
Tour overview
This 8-day small-group trip travels by train through four countries' worth of culture, from the boulevards of Paris to the canals of Amsterdam, with stops in Belgium and the Netherlands along the way. Groups have up to 12 travellers aged 15 and over, with a leader throughout and local guides in key places. You stay seven nights in standard hotels: two in Paris, two in Brussels, two in Rotterdam and one in Amsterdam. Breakfast is included daily, with a welcome dinner in Paris at Le Reflet, a restaurant in Le Marais that trains and employs people with disabilities, and a farewell dinner in Amsterdam, plus a Belgian waffle in Bruges.
In Paris, the city of art, fashion and food, you meet the group for a welcome dinner and next morning take the metro to Montmartre for a hidden highlights tour with a local guide, through the artists' quarter around Sacré-Cœur and its quieter lanes.
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A train carries you north through the farmland of northern France to Brussels, where a private walking tour takes you to the Grand-Place, its gilded guildhalls and the city's comic-strip murals, with time for chocolate and frites. A day trip to Bruges reveals a medieval city of canals, cobbled squares and gabled houses, with an orientation walk and a Belgian waffle.
In the Netherlands you stay in Rotterdam, rebuilt after the Second World War as a showcase of bold modern architecture, and visit a floating dairy farm in the harbour. A short train ride takes you to Delft, home of the famous blue-and-white Delftware and the painter Vermeer, before you reach Amsterdam, with its canals, gabled houses and world-class museums, for a farewell dinner.
The physical rating is low. This trip suits travellers who want to see the highlights of north-west Europe by train, with a small group and a few special local experiences along the way. Train travel between the cities is quick and comfortable, leaving more time to explore, and the mix of guided walks and free time lets you see the famous sights as well as follow your own interests. Your leader shares tips on the best cafés, markets and museums along the way.
Trip highlights
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A dinner with purpose in Le Marais (Day 1)
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A hidden Montmartre tour (Day 2)
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A private walking tour of Brussels (Day 3)
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A day in Bruges with a Belgian waffle (Day 4)
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A floating dairy farm in Rotterdam (Day 5)
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Delft and Amsterdam (Days 6–7)
Your route
7 stops from Paris to Amsterdam
- Paris Days 1–2
- Brussels Days 3–4
- Bruges Day 4
- Rotterdam Days 5–6
- Delft Day 6
- Kinderdijk Day 6
- Amsterdam Days 7–8
Why choose this tour
Four great cities and Bruges by train in a week. Local experiences with purpose, and a small group.
Best suited to
- First-time visitors to Europe
- Travellers who enjoy train journeys
- Food lovers
- Couples and friends
Day-by-day itinerary
8 days from Paris, France to Amsterdam, Netherlands
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Day 1 · Paris, Le Marais Arrive in Paris
A welcome meeting and dinner at Le Reflet.
- Hotel
- Hotel
- Meals
- Dinner
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Day 2 · Montmartre Montmartre
A hidden highlights tour of Montmartre.
- Hotel
- Hotel
- Meals
- Breakfast
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Day 3 · Brussels, Grand-Place Brussels
Train to Brussels for a private walking tour.
- Hotel
- Hotel
- Meals
- Breakfast
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Day 4 · Bruges Bruges
A day trip to Bruges with an orientation walk and a waffle.
- Hotel
- Hotel
- Meals
- Breakfast
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Day 5 · Rotterdam Rotterdam
Travel to Rotterdam and visit a floating dairy farm.
- Hotel
- Hotel
- Meals
- Breakfast
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Day 6 · Delft Delft
A train ride to Delft.
- Hotel
- Hotel
- Meals
- Breakfast
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Day 7 · Amsterdam Amsterdam
Travel to Amsterdam for a farewell dinner.
- Hotel
- Hotel
- Meals
- Breakfast, Dinner
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Day 8 · Amsterdam Trip ends in Amsterdam
The trip ends after breakfast.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Where you stay
- Paris (2 nights) Hotel
- Brussels (2 nights) Hotel
- Rotterdam (2 nights) Hotel
- Amsterdam (1 night) Hotel
Hotel names are indicative and may be replaced with a property of similar standard and location.
What's included
Included
- Accommodation 7 nights in hotels
- Meals 7 breakfasts and 2 dinners
- Train travel between cities
- Hidden Montmartre tour with a local guide
- Private walking tour of Brussels and an orientation walk in Bruges
- Floating dairy farm visit in Rotterdam
- Leader throughout
Not included
- Flights to Paris and from Amsterdam
- Meals not included 6 lunches and 5 dinners
- Museum entries
- Tips, travel insurance and personal spending
This trip might not be for you if…
Honest disclaimer — please read
- You want a long stay in Paris — there are two nights
- You want many meals included — mostly breakfasts
- You want luxury hotels — hotels are standard
- You want flights included — they are not
Good to know
Meals by day
Breakfast: Days 2–8 · Lunch: none included · Dinner: Days 1 and 7
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Frequently asked questions
How do I book this tour?
Tap any "Enquire" button on the page and one of our travel specialists will be in touch within 24 hours (often same day). We'll confirm availability on your preferred date, run through anything you need to know, and only ask for the deposit once you've decided.
What financial protection do I get?
Every Travelisto booking is 100% financially protected. Your money is held in a ring-fenced Trust account until you return from your trip, and we are members of the Protected Trust Services scheme (PTS 6035). Most tours also include ATOL protection where flights are part of the package.
How do we travel?
By train between cities, with metro and walking within them.
What is the dinner with purpose?
A welcome dinner at Le Reflet in Le Marais, a restaurant that trains and employs people with disabilities.
Which countries do we visit?
France, Belgium and the Netherlands.
Do I carry my own luggage?
Yes, on and off trains, so pack light.
Do I need a visa?
UK visitors do not need a visa for these countries for a short holiday stay.
How many people travel together?
Up to 12 travellers aged 15 and over, with a leader.
Can you tailor the trip?
Yes — every escorted tour can be modified into a private tailor-made version with your own dates, adjusted pace, upgraded hotels and add-on extensions. Tell us what you'd like changed when you enquire and we'll quote it both ways so you can compare.
What if my flight is delayed or cancelled?
If your international flight is part of your booking through us, we re-book at no cost. If you've booked flights separately, the tour's local team holds your transfer slot until you arrive. We strongly recommend a comprehensive travel insurance policy that includes delay and cancellation cover.
ATOL protected
100% financially protected in a Trust bank account
PTS 6035
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Tailor-made option
Not quite the right fit? Make it tailor-made.
If this group tour doesn't match your ideal trip, our specialists will turn it into a private tailor-made journey — your own dates, your own pace, upgraded hotels where you want them, and the parts you don't love swapped out. Same destinations, just rebuilt around you.
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