Itinerary
- Day 1
Paris
You'll arrive in Paris with the afternoon and early evening open to wander around however you'd like. The Eiffel Tower, Louvre, and the Seine are all options if you want to jump in right away. At 6 pm there's a welcome meeting, then dinner at Le Reflet Restaurant in Le Marais, a social enterprise that supports employment and inclusion for people with mental disabilities.
- Meals
- Dinner (Dinner with Purpose at Le Reflet Restaurant - traditional French cuisine in Le Marais)
Included Activities
- Welcome Meeting
- Dinner with Purpose at Le Reflet Restaurant in Le Marais
Optional Activities
- Visit the Eiffel Tower
- Visit the Louvre
- Walk along the Seine
Landmarks Eiffel Tower Louvre Seine Le Marais 
- Day 2
Paris
After breakfast at your hotel, you'll head to Montmartre with a local guide for a tour of the artist district. The walk includes stops at former homes of Van Gogh and Picasso, the Montmartre vineyard, and Moulin Rouge, with a fresh croissant break along the way. By afternoon the time is yours to do what you want, whether that's walking the Champs-Élysées to the Arc de Triomphe or checking out galleries.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Included Activities
- Breakfast at accommodation
- Hidden Highlights tour of Montmartre with local guide
- Visit former homes of Van Gogh and Picasso
- Visit Montmartre vineyard
- Visit Moulin Rouge
- Fresh croissant stop
Optional Activities
- Walk down Champs-Élysées to Arc de Triomphe
- Visit galleries and artwork in Paris
Landmarks Montmartre Van Gogh's House in Montmartre Picasso's House in Montmartre Montmartre Vineyard Moulin Rouge Champs-Élysées Arc de Triomphe - Day 3
Paris to Brussels
The Eurostar takes you north through the French countryside to Brussels. A local guide who's a Zinneke (foreign-born Brussels resident) leads a private walking tour through the city's main landmarks while sharing how successive generations of immigrants have shaped the area's cultural identity. Your evening is free to try Belgium's famous beer, chocolate, or moules frites.
Included Activities
- Private walking tour of Brussels with Zinneke guide
Optional Activities
- Try Belgium's famous beer
- Try Belgium's famous chocolate
- Try Moules frites (national dish)
Landmarks Brussels - Day 4
Bruges
You'll head out early to Bruges for a day trip, known for its medieval canal-side buildings. An orientation walk with your leader covers recognizable sites like Burg Square's Gothic City Hall and the Medieval Belfort tower in Market Square, with a Belgian waffle break factored in. The afternoon is yours to wander the canal-lined streets before the group takes the local train back to Brussels.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Included Activities
- Breakfast at accommodation
- Orientation walk of Bruges
- Visit Burg Square and Gothic City Hall
- Visit Medieval Belfort tower in Market Square
- Belgian waffle
Optional Activities
- Explore canal-lined streets of Bruges
Landmarks Burg Square Gothic City Hall (Bruges) Belfort Tower (Market Square, Bruges) Market Square (Bruges) - Day 5
Brussels to Rotterdam
A train takes you from Brussels to Rotterdam, a modern port city rebuilt after World War II bombing. Your leader guides you through the city to see the futuristic Markthal building and medieval St. Lawrence Church. Then you'll visit the world's first floating farm on a 'Future of farming tour' to learn about sustainability and animal welfare, possibly sampling dairy products made there. The evening is yours to explore.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Included Activities
- Breakfast at accommodation
- Orientation walk of Rotterdam
- Visit Markthal building
- Visit St. Lawrence Church
- Future of farming tour at floating dairy farm
- Cheese tasting
Optional Activities
- Dinner recommendations from guide
Landmarks Markthal St. Lawrence Church Floating Dairy Farm - Day 6
Delft
After breakfast you'll take a quick train to Delft, where Delft Blue ceramics originated and painter Johannes Vermeer was born. Your leader walks you through the small canal-lined streets discussing the city's history and cultural preservation. At the Royal Delft Museum you'll paint your own ceramic tiles before heading back to Rotterdam for dinner and exploring local eateries and breweries.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Included Activities
- Breakfast at accommodation
- Orientation walk of Delft
- Tile painting class at Royal Delft Museum
- Visit Royal Delft Museum
Optional Activities
- Dinner at Rotterdam eateries
- Visit Rotterdam breweries
- Explore Rotterdam nightlife
Landmarks Royal Delft Museum Johannes Vermeer Birthplace - Day 7
Rotterdam to Amsterdam
You'll travel to Amsterdam, the capital city known for its canals, urban living, and architecture. An orientation walk with your leader covers the UNESCO World Heritage-listed neighborhoods. The afternoon is free to explore, whether that means visiting Anne Frank's House or checking out museums like the Rijksmuseum or Van Gogh Museum. Tonight brings a farewell traditional Dutch dinner with the group.
- Meals
- Dinner (Farewell traditional Dutch dinner)
Included Activities
- Orientation walk through UNESCO World Heritage neighborhoods
- Farewell traditional Dutch dinner
Optional Activities
- Visit Anne Frank's House
- Visit Rijksmuseum
- Visit Van Gogh Museum
Landmarks Anne Frank's House Rijksmuseum Van Gogh Museum - Day 8
Amsterdam
This is your final day with no scheduled activities. You can leave anytime after checking out. If you're interested in staying longer, Amsterdam has plenty more to see and do, so extending your trip is always an option.
Optional Activities
- Additional activities and exploration in Amsterdam
