10D Dazzling Holland and France

HIGHLIGHTS

3 Countries

Netherlands, France, Germany

7 Cities

Amsterdam, Aalsmeer, Rotterdam, Roermond, Cologne, Reims, Paris

ITINERARY

DAY 1: SINGAPORE - AMSTERDAM

Assemble at Singapore Changi Airport for your flight to Amsterdam, the capital of The Netherlands, where some

might say is the bicycle capital of the world.

DAY 2: AMSTERDAM - AALSMEER - AMSTERDAM

Highlights: Royal FloraHolland, Dam Square, Royal Palace, Church of Amsterdam, National Monument

This morning, begin your tour at Aalsmeer to visit Royal FloraHolland, where flowers from all over the world are

traded daily. Thereafter return to Amsterdam. Proceed to Dam Square where Amstel River was dammed in the 13th

century, thus giving the city its name. Next, witness the stellar attractions of Amsterdam such as Royal Palace,

Church of Amsterdam and the resplendent National Monument.

DAY 3: AMSTERDAM

Highlights: Zaanse Schans, Cheese Farm, Amsterdam Canal Cruise, Diamond House

Tour Zaanse Schans, a quaint Dutch village dotted with well-preserved windmills and cottages. Take the

opportunity to visit a cheese farm and witness a wooden clog-making demonstration. Thereafter, return to

Amsterdam to enjoy a refreshing canal cruise. Relax on board a glass-domed motor launch cruising down canals

flanked by gabled houses. Next, be dazzled by the diamond house in Amsterdam and see master diamond

craftsmen at work. Spend some time at leisure for photo-taking or shopping

DAY 4: AMSTERDAM - ROTTERDAM - ROERMOND - COLOGNE

Highlights: Erasmus Bridge, De Verwoeste Stad, Cube Houses, Euromast, Markthal Rotterdam, Roermond Designer

Outlet, Cologne Cathedral

Today, travel to the busy port town of Rotterdam. Embark on a city tour of Rotterdam, one of Europe’s most

exhilarating cities. Catch a glimpse of its seafaring past in this historical city centre before crossing Erasmus

Bridge to discover the hip and modern part of the city with its architectural landmarks and artistic sculptures. See

De Verwoeste Stad, a sculpture by Ossip Zadkine which commemorates the bombing of Rotterdam during World

War II, marvel at the innovative Cube Houses, a unique housing project that survived the war, and be wowed by the

highest tower in The Netherlands, the Euromast. Next, visit Markthal Rotterdam, the country’s 1st covered market

that features 96 fresh produce stalls and 20 hospitality and retail units on the 2 lowest floors. Designed by Dutch

architects, this covered food market is shaped like a giant arch. A staircase in the centre of the market, named the

Time Stairs, displays a permanent exhibition about the history of food and artefacts found during the excavation of

the site. In the afternoon, have a fun-filled shopping spree at Roermond designer outlet, where you can enjoy

discounts of up to 70 percent on all major designer brands. This evening, visit Cologne to see one of the most

fascinating old towns in the country, as well as the storied Cologne Cathedral, a gem of Gothic architecture and one

of Germany’s most visited landmarks.

DAY 5: COLOGNE - REIMS

Highlights: Cathedral of Reims

This morning, enjoy a scenic ride to Champagne region and visit the sacred town of Reims, the capital of

Champagne-Ardenne. Enjoy an orientation tour of Reims, a major city during Roman times, also the city where

French kings were coronated during the French Monarchy. View the magnificent Cathedral of Reims, a UNESCO

World Heritage Site.

DAY 6: REIMS - PARIS

The Champagne region is famous throughout the world for its sparkling wine. Today, visit one of the most legendary

Champagne houses to tour the cellars where not only will you get to learn about the history and art of champagne

production, you will also get to taste some of the world’s finest champagne in a champagne-tasting session.

DAY 7: PARIS

Highlights: Arc de Triomphe, Champs Elysees Boulevard, Eiffel Tower, Fragonard Perfumery

Embark on a city tour and immerse in some of the most iconic sights of this timeless city - Napoleon’s Arc de

Triomphe, Champs Elysees Boulevard and Eiffel Tower. Thereafter, check out Fragonard Perfumery, one of the

largest perfumeries in France, and indeed, it also happens to be an awesome place to purchase exclusive French

scents that won’t break the bank. Spend the rest of the day at leisure where you can indulge in some shopping.

DAY 8: PARIS

Today, spend the day at leisure traversing the City of Light. May we suggest that you head to the numerous cafes

near the Louvre where you can order a cuppa, a crepe, and watch the world pass you by as you engage in priceless

conversations with your loved ones. You may also wish to visit the extravagantly grandiose Palace of Versailles at

your own expense. This is after all, Paris.

DAY 9: PARIS - SINGAPORE

If time permits, you can do some last-minute shopping before bidding “Au Revoir” to Paris as you transfer to the

airport for your flight home.

DAY 10: ARRIVE IN SINGAPORE