European Whirl - 7 Day Rail Tour
This 7-day rail tour takes you to Paris, Bruges and Amstertdam. The tour includes hotel accommodation, complete rail transport, and 24/7 support. When booking a tour with us, we handle everything! All you need to do is show up.
Every traveller that books with us will receive complimentary access to our InterrailingPackages app, whereby you can access your itinerary for your trip, reservations, hotel directions, discounted sightseeing tickets, discounted food tours, all to name but a few. With our app, you don't have to carry all your travel documents with you, reducing the impact on the environment and keeping your documents safe.
All our tours are completely independent, you will not be part of a group and your time is free to spend it how you like in every city. We have made some itinerary recommendations and will provide you with city guides through your InterrailingPackages app to help make the most of your time in each of the three cities.
ItineraryDay 1: Arrive in Paris, FranceStop At: Eiffel Tower, 5 Avenue, 75007 Paris France
The Eiffel Tower isn't just a symbol of Paris but a symbol for all of France. Erected by Gustave Eiffel to commemorate the centennial of the French Revolution in 1889, the 1,050-foot (320-meter) tower once held the title of the world's tallest structure. Despite having been dwarfed by Dubai's Burj Khalifa and The Shard in London, the Eiffel Tower remains one of the most recognizable landmarks on the planet. View the architectural icon from afar, or stop in at the three observation levels for stellar city views.
Duration: 2 hours
Stop At: Seine River, 75001 Paris France
The lifeblood of Paris, the River Seine acts as a dividing line between Paris’ historically sophisticated and bohemian halves, while providing transportation via riverboat and plenty of opportunity for romantic strolls. The banks of the famous river are a UNESCO World Heritage Site lined with the city’s top landmarks, including the Eiffel Tower, Notre-Dame Cathedral, Musée d’Orsay, Jardin des Tuileries, and the Louvre.
Duration: 2 hours
No meals included on this day.
Accommodation included: 3*/4* Hotel accommodation in one of our top rated hotel partners.
Day 2: Paris, FranceStop At: Louvre Museum, 99 Rue de Rivoli, 75001 Paris France
Primarily associated with the steady gaze of Leonardo Da Vinci's famous Mona Lisa, Paris' Louvre museum is home to a 35,000-strong collection of paintings and sculptures considered one of the greatest in the world. The contemporary glass Louvre Pyramid heralds the museum's entrance, which millions of tourists flock to every year to feast their eyes on masterpieces that span from antiquity to the 20th century
Duration: 3 hours
Stop At: Montmartre, 75018 Paris France
Crowned by the Sacré-Coeur Basilica, historic Montmartre in Paris’ 18th arrondissement is famed for its cobblestone streets, artsy past and present, and central hill. Visitors flock here to imagine what life was like during the Belle Epoque—when artists such as Dalí, Renoir, Van Gogh, Toulouse-Lautrec, and Picasso lived and worked in Montmartre—as well as get their portrait sketched in Place du Tertre.
Duration: 2 hours
No meals included on this day.
Accommodation included: 3*/4* Hotel accommodation in one of our top rated hotel partners.
Day 3: Paris, FranceStop At: Arc de Triomphe, Place Charles de Gaulle, 75008 Paris France
An instantly recognizable symbol of Paris, the colossal Arc de Triomphe stands at the epicenter of Place Charles de Gaulle, where 12 of the city’s busiest avenues converge. The Napoleon-commissioned monument, adorned with high-relief sculptures depicting sword-wielding soldiers and inscribed with the names of generals and battles, commemorates French soldiers and military victories. The top of the arch, accessible via 284 steps, affords superb views over all of Paris.
Duration: 2 hours
Stop At: Place de la Concorde, 75008 Paris France
Situated on the right bank of the Seine River and flanked by the idyllic Tuileries Garden and the grand boulevard of Champs-Élysées, Place de la Concorde is the largest square in Paris. The infamous guillotines of the French Revolution were located here, but today the square is best known for striking monuments, elegant hotels, and elaborate fountains.
Duration: 2 hours
No meals included on this day.
Accommodation included: 3*/4* Hotel accommodation in one of our top rated hotel partners.
Day 4: Arrive in Bruges, BelgiumStop At: Historic Centre of Brugge, Bruges 8000 Belgium
Bruges often tops the list of Europe’s most picturesque cities, and its Historic Center, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, abounds with photo opportunities. A warren of cobbled lanes and scenic canals opens out onto grand medieval squares framed by colorful old buildings and dramatic Gothic facades.
Duration: 2 hours
Stop At: Minnewater Lake, Bruges 8000 Belgium
Surrounded by a park that’s long been known as a romantic place for a stroll, Minnewater—also known as the Lake of Love—is a great place for anyone looking for some quiet time in nature. Swans are a common site on the lake, and the traditional Belgian brick houses around it make the park particularly photogenic.
Duration: 2 hours
No meals included on this day.
Accommodation included: 3*/4* Hotel accommodation in one of our top rated hotel partners.
Day 5: Bruges, BelgiumStop At: Burg Square, Burg 15, Bruges 8000 Belgium
Burg Square sits on the former site of a castle, which was originally built to protect the area from invading Vikings and Normans (and remained the seat of the Counts of Flanders for more than 500 years). The castle is now gone, but the charming public square that replaced it, the Burg, has been the heart of Bruges ever since.
Duration: 2 hours
Stop At: Belfort, Markt 7, Bruges 8000 Belgium
Dominating the Bruges skyline at a height of 272 feet (83 meters, this striking Gothic belfry (known as the Belfort stands proud over Markt Square as one of the city’s most cherished landmarks. This 13th-century tower is a UNESCO World Heritage Site, drawing tourists with its historic galleries and panoramic views from the top.
Duration: 2 hours
No meals included on this day.
Accommodation included: 3*/4* Hotel accommodation in one of our top rated hotel partners.
Day 6: Arrive in Amsterdam, NetherlandsStop At: Rijksmuseum, Museumstraat 1, 1071 XX Amsterdam The Netherlands
In the Rijksmuseum, you will find over 8000 objects of art and history, most of it Dutch, with pieces by Johannes Vermeer, Rembrandt, and Frans Hals.
Duration: 1 hour
Stop At: Van Baerlestraat & Vondelpark Museum Quarter, Amsterdam The Netherlands
Vondelpark is Amsterdam's green space, this is where locals and tourists come together to chill out and relax. We recommend renting a bicycle, allowing you to explore all this beautiful park has to offer in true Netherlands Style.
Duration: 2 hours
No meals included on this day.
Accommodation included: 3*/4* Hotel accommodation in one of our top rated hotel partners.
Day 7: Amsterdam, NetherlandsStop At: Anne Frank House, Prinsengracht 263 - 267 museum entrance Westermarkt 20, 1016 DK Amsterdam The Netherlands
A visit to Amsterdam would not be complete without a trip to Anne Frank House. For just over 2 years, Anne Frank and her family lived in a secret annexe, hidden away from the Nazis. During this time, she wrote in her diary which became a memoir and an important piece of history.
Duration: 2 hours
Stop At: The Pancake Bakery, Prinsengracht 191, 1015 DS Amsterdam, Netherlands
Visit Amsterdam's most popular breakfast spot, Pancake Bakery. Head here for an over-the-top breakfast experience, giant pancakes topped with everything and anything you can imagine.
Duration: 1 hour
No meals included on this day.
Accommodation included: 3*/4* Hotel accommodation in one of our top rated hotel partners.
Day 8: Leave Amsterdam, NetherlandsStop At: Amsterdam, Amsterdam, North Holland Province
Spend your final hours in the city before leaving
Duration: 2 hours
No meals included on this day.
No accommodation included on this day.
Informacion Adicional
"Wheelchair accessible"
"Stroller accessible"
"Service animals allowed"
"Near public transportation"
"Infants must sit on laps"
"Transportation is wheelchair accessible"
"Most travelers can participate"
"A current valid passport is required on the day of travel"
"This is a private tour/activity. Only your group will participate"
"Confirmation will be received at time of booking"
Horário de Início:
08:30 AM
Duração: 8 Days
Ponto de partida: Paris, France
Cancelamentos e reembolsos:
All sales are final and incur 100% cancellation penalties.
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