Brussels & Amsterdam by Rail
Two unique cities in one trip!
Brussels and Amsterdam are calling! Spend 6 or 8 nights as you discover the incredible culture and history of these cool cities. Explore Brussels on a 3-hour tour, and travel through Amsterdam via bus and boat tours! Visit museums, try delicious cuisine and beer, and wander through the streets feeling the electric energy of these cities at your fingertips.
What's Included
- Roundtrip economy class airfare into Brussels (BRU), out of Amsterdam (AMS)
- Roundtrip airport transfers
- 3 nights in Brussels at Pillows City Hotel Brussels Centre, or similar
- Private Brussels City Tour (3-hours)
- Standard class rail from Brussels to Amsterdam
- 3 nights in Amsterdam at the Albus Hotel Amsterdam Centre, or similar
- Amsterdam Walking Tour (3-hours)
- Highlights of Amsterdam Canal Cruise (one hour)
- Breakfast daily
Please note: City taxes may not be included in your room rate. If this is the case, you will be required to pay the hotel in destination. City taxes vary by hotel and are subject to change without notice, but typically are 5 Euro per person, per night.
Want to visit London too? Check out our London, Brussels & Amsterdam package!
Great Ways to Explore
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Visit the Grand Place and Atomium in Brussels!
Take a grand city tour of Brussels to see all of the sights!
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Travel by train to get from Brussels to Amsterdam!
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Enjoy a thrilling Amsterdam Canal Cruise.
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Visit the many museums of Amsterdam, including the Amsterdam Cheese Museum!
Your adventure begins in beautiful Brussels! Spend the first part of your trip here, and discover the city on an included tour! Then, decide how to spend the rest of your time. Visit beer gardens, eat waffles, and experience the culture of the city. Shop at the Grand Place, or visit the Mini Europe amusement park!
Then, a scenic train ride brings you to Amsterdam! A city known for its many museums, there are ample opportunities to learn about its culture and history. Experience the city with the use of a walking tour and a Canal Cruise! Then, decide which attractions you wish to see again. Shop in Dam Square, visit the Van Gogh Museum, and so much more before you have to hop on your flight home!
Please note that some recommendations in the following suggested itinerary may not be included in your package. Check What's Included above for full details on inclusions.
- Roundtrip economy class airfare into Brussels (BRU), out of Amsterdam (AMS)
- Roundtrip airport transfers
- 3 nights in Brussels at Pillows City Hotel Brussels Centre, or similar
- Private Brussels City Tour (3-hours)
- Standard class rail from Brussels to Amsterdam
- 3 nights in Amsterdam at the Albus Hotel Amsterdam Centre, or similar
- Amsterdam Walking Tour (3-hours)
- Highlights of Amsterdam Canal Cruise (one hour)
- Breakfast daily
Please note: City taxes may not be included in your room rate. If this is the case, you will be required to pay the hotel in destination. City taxes vary by hotel and are subject to change without notice, but typically are 5 Euro per person, per night.
Want to visit London too? Check out our London, Brussels & Amsterdam package!
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Visit the Grand Place and Atomium in Brussels!
Take a grand city tour of Brussels to see all of the sights!
-
Travel by train to get from Brussels to Amsterdam!
-
Enjoy a thrilling Amsterdam Canal Cruise.
-
Visit the many museums of Amsterdam, including the Amsterdam Cheese Museum!
Your adventure begins in beautiful Brussels! Spend the first part of your trip here, and discover the city on an included tour! Then, decide how to spend the rest of your time. Visit beer gardens, eat waffles, and experience the culture of the city. Shop at the Grand Place, or visit the Mini Europe amusement park!
Then, a scenic train ride brings you to Amsterdam! A city known for its many museums, there are ample opportunities to learn about its culture and history. Experience the city with the use of a walking tour and a Canal Cruise! Then, decide which attractions you wish to see again. Shop in Dam Square, visit the Van Gogh Museum, and so much more before you have to hop on your flight home!
Please note that some recommendations in the following suggested itinerary may not be included in your package. Check What's Included above for full details on inclusions.
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Day 1. Welcome to Brussels!
Upon arrival, you'll be transferred to your hotel. Check into your hotel and find some delicious Belgium beer to continue your trip!
Transfer to Brussels hotel
Check-in - Pillows City Hotel Brussels Centre
The 4-star Pillows City Hotel Brussels Centre is located just outside the center of Brussel's bustling city streets. You'll notice this hotel by its slender, modern design squeezed into a popular walking street just minutes away from Brussels Central Station. The hotel features a comfortable and stylish design with a minimalist approach. Each guest room comes with a flat-screen satellite TV, Wi-Fi, a private bath, and a work desk. Guest beds are extra long and comfortable; each room is air-conditioned with a gorgeous view of the city.
Public Wi-Fi is available throughout the hotel alongside multiple lounging and seating areas. You can enjoy delicious Dutch and French meals at the hotel's on-site restaurant, the Living, which serves breakfast through dinner. Guests can enjoy their favorite drink at the hotel's very own sleek bar and lounge. There's also a fitness center, terrace, multiple meeting rooms, and public housekeeping services available.Â
Day 2. Brussels
Today, enjoy a private city tour taking in all the sights!
After your tour, consider trying some of Brussels' famous cuisine! Grab a piping hot waffle or pick out a restaurant and try moules frites, a popular dish of mussels served with french fries. Wash it all down with a Belgian beer, of course!
Private Brussels City Tour (3-hours)
Enjoy your morning Experience Brussel’s top sights while discovering legendary monuments of Brussels on a guided private walking city tour (about 3 hours tour including the breaks). Pass by marvel at the medieval majesty of the Market Square; gaze at the remarkable façade of the City Hall to mention a few.
Day 3. Brussels
Make it a museum day! Brussels has numerous world-class museums for every taste. The Royal Museums of Fine Arts of Belgium are comprised of six museums including the Magritte Museum dedicated to the Belgian surrealist painter. Comic fans shouldn't miss the Belgian Comic Strip Center, a comic-book museum housed in an Art Nouveau building.Â
End the day with a stroll through Mont des Arts Gardens. From the top, enjoy stunning views over the gardens towards the Grand Place.Â
Day 4. Brussels - Amsterdam, Netherlands
Make your way to the train station to board your train to Amsterdam! Upon arrival, drop your bags at your hotel and let the adventure continue!
In the evening, grab your camera and head for a stroll through the 7 bridges area. Here you'll find a network of bridges that hug the city's many canals, setting a scenic and romantic tone as the pathways become illuminated in the evening.
Train from Brussels - Amsterdam
Check-in - Albus Hotel Amsterdam City Centre
Located in the canal district, The Albus Hotel Amsterdam City Centre is a warm and welcoming family-run upscale hotel in the center of Amsterdam. It's home to the Senses Restaurant, one of the best luxury restaurants in the Netherlands. Using fresh seasonal and sustainable ingredients, you will receive an elevated culinary experience like no other here. Guest rooms are elegalantly designed for both comfort and enjoyment. Guests will have the option to choose between different style hotel rooms, with each featuring a bundle of amenities including television, a private bathroom, and a coffee/tea maker.
The Albus also has an on-site lounge and bar where you can enjoy a beverage or two before a night out on the town. When you stay at The Albus you’re just seconds away from the famous floating fresh flower market and a fifteen minute walk from Rembrandtplein, a major square in Amsterdam filled with cafes, bars, and live music!Â
Day 5. Amsterdam
Start exploring today with your included Amsterdam Walking Tour.
In the evening, why not take a walk through the city's famed Red Light District? Tour the famous cafe's of Amsterdam or catch a burlesque show - the city is your oyster!
Walking Tour of Amsterdam
Your shared morning walking tour of Amsterdam will provide an intimate exploration of this city steeped in culture and history, and its many landmarks. Wander the city with your guide for an authentic glimpse into its culture, architecture, and history. Meet your guide and group in Dam Square, and then set off on a tour of the historical center. Visit the Amsterdam Museum, Waag, Begijnhof, East India House and the Royal Palace (Koninklijk Paleis), and discover their historical significance.
Stroll past the city’s famous canals, houseboats, and gabled houses, as well as the Anne Frank house, Descartes’ home, and Rembrandt house museum, before making your way through the bustling Kalverstraat and Jordaan district, to see the many shops, restaurants, and galleries. The tour concludes at West Church (westerkerk), where your guide will leave you with many additional recommendations for the rest of your stay.
Day 6. Amsterdam
Today you may want to spend the day getting lost in Amsterdam's famous museums and galleries. Perhaps pay a visit to the Van Gogh Museum, home to the largest collection of paintings and drawings by this post-impressionist master. You can also stop by the Rembrandt House Museum, the Anne Frank House, the Rijksmuseum (Dutch national museum), or even the Hermitage Museum, a branch museum of the Hermitage Museum in Saint Petersburg, Russia. You'll also want to utilize your included Amsterdam Canal Cruise today.
After a long day getting lost in art and history, why not treat yourself to a snack at the Amsterdam Cheese Museum? This delicious destination is actually just a cheese shop selling a wide variety of cheeses - from truffle-infused varieties to cheeses aged in WWII barrels. The best part? You can sample them all - for free!
Highlights of Amsterdam Canal Cruise
The Highlights of Amsterdam Canal Cruise is a small group, open boat tour that starts and ends in the Royal Streets of the Canal district, and shows you the most picturesque areas of the city, from the perspective of the canals. This one-hour cruise focuses on the best Amsterdam highlights, including the quaint canals of the oldest district in town. It makes a complete loop of the city, passing many historic landmarks and highlights of Amsterdam, including the Anne Frank House, Skinny Bridge, Amstel, 7 Bridges and many more.
Your Highlights of Amsterdam canal cruise includes:
•   A relaxing and informative one-hour boat tour
•   One welcome drink per guest (alcoholic or non-alcoholic)
•   A friendly captain/tour guide
Day 7. Depart the Netherlands
Today you'll be transferred to the Amsterdam Airport in time for your flight home!Â