Private Tour Highlights
- Discover Amsterdam’s historic canals, landmarks, and neighborhoods on a private walking orientation with Dutch tastings.
- Explore the Van Gogh Museum and Rijksmuseum with reserved timed-entry tickets.
- Experience the vibrant colors of Keukenhof Gardens and the Dutch flower fields.
- Discover The Hague’s masterpieces at the Mauritshuis, Escher in the Palace, and Panorama Mesdag.
- Explore Antwerp’s artistic, diamond, chocolate, and architectural heritage.
- Wander the medieval streets and waterways of Bruges and Ghent.
- Trace the history of World War I in the Ypres Salient and the Battle of Waterloo.
- Discover Luxembourg City’s UNESCO-listed fortifications and the Luxembourg American Military Cemetery.
Tour Overview
Experience the refined character of the Netherlands, Belgium, and Luxembourg on a privately curated journey that blends celebrated art, historic cities, Flemish heritage, and remarkable World War history. From Amsterdam’s canals and masterpieces to the medieval streets of Bruges and Ghent, each destination reveals a distinct side of the Benelux.
The journey continues through The Hague, Antwerp, Ypres, Waterloo, and Luxembourg, pairing private guided experiences with elegant accommodations and seamless chauffeur services. With carefully selected museums, battlefields, culinary experiences, and scenic countryside, this itinerary offers an immersive and sophisticated introduction to the region.
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All our trips are operated on a private basis unless specified otherwise. This is only a sample itinerary; your Yampu Tour Consultant will personalize this trip for you according to your available dates, interests and type of hotels. This is your trip and we will work on making it perfect!
Tour Itinerary
Arrive in Amsterdam
Upon arrival in Amsterdam, a private chauffeur will meet travelers in the arrival hall after customs and immigration and escort them to their hotel. Fast Track assistance can also be arranged at Amsterdam Airport for a smoother arrival experience.
Overnight in Amsterdam.
Upon arrival in Amsterdam, a private chauffeur will meet travelers in the arrival hall after customs and immigration and escort them to their hotel. Fast Track assistance can also be arranged at Amsterdam Airport for a smoother arrival experience.
Overnight in Amsterdam.
Amsterdam’s Art & Heritage
Meet the private guide for a tailor-made walking orientation through Amsterdam. Discover landmarks such as Waterlooplein, the Munt Tower, the Flower Market, Dam Square, the Royal Palace, Oude Kerk, the Begijnhof, the Jordaan, and the Nine Streets, with opportunities to sample typical Dutch specialties.
Continue with a private art-focused experience at the Van Gogh Museum, home to the world’s largest collection of works by Vincent van Gogh.
Overnight in Amsterdam.
Meet the private guide for a tailor-made walking orientation through Amsterdam. Discover landmarks such as Waterlooplein, the Munt Tower, the Flower Market, Dam Square, the Royal Palace, Oude Kerk, the Begijnhof, the Jordaan, and the Nine Streets, with opportunities to sample typical Dutch specialties.
Continue with a private art-focused experience at the Van Gogh Museum, home to the world’s largest collection of works by Vincent van Gogh.
Overnight in Amsterdam.
Amsterdam’s Masterpieces
Enjoy reserved entry to the Rijksmuseum and explore its exceptional collection of Dutch art and history, including masterpieces by Rembrandt, Vermeer, and Frans Hals.
Later, visit the Anne Frank House with reserved admission, offering a moving perspective on Anne Frank and her family’s experience during the German occupation. Due to the museum’s booking conditions for travel organizations, tickets are provided directly to travelers and remain subject to availability.
Overnight in Amsterdam.
Enjoy reserved entry to the Rijksmuseum and explore its exceptional collection of Dutch art and history, including masterpieces by Rembrandt, Vermeer, and Frans Hals.
Later, visit the Anne Frank House with reserved admission, offering a moving perspective on Anne Frank and her family’s experience during the German occupation. Due to the museum’s booking conditions for travel organizations, tickets are provided directly to travelers and remain subject to availability.
Overnight in Amsterdam.
Keukenhof, Haarlem & Amsterdam Canals
A private chauffeur and guide accompany travelers to Keukenhof Gardens, where millions of seasonal bulbs transform the grounds into a spectacular display of color. Continue through the surrounding flower-growing region along the scenic Bloemen Route before visiting historic Haarlem, including the Frans Hals Museum, St. Bavo’s Cathedral, the Corry ten Boom House, and the market square.
Return to Amsterdam for a private canal cruise aboard a beautifully restored 1920s saloon boat, complete with Dutch snacks and refreshments.
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The Hague, Kinderdijk & Antwerp
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Travel by private chauffeur to The Hague, where a private guide introduces the city’s royal and cultural heritage. Visit the Mauritshuis, home to masterpieces including Vermeer’s Girl with a Pearl Earring, followed by the historic center, Binnenhof, Escher in the Palace, and Panorama Mesdag. If time permits, visit the Kunstmuseum and its important collection of works by Piet Mondrian.
Continue to Kinderdijk, a UNESCO World Heritage Site featuring 19 historic windmills set among canals and countryside, before proceeding by private chauffeur to Antwerp.
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Antwerp & Transfer to Bruges
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Explore Antwerp with a private guide, beginning at its magnificent Central Station and continuing through the Diamond Square Mile and Meir district. Discover Belle Époque grandeur at Stadsfeestzaal and sample exquisite pralines at Chocolate Line.
Continue to the Rubens House and garden, then explore the historic marketplace and enjoy a tasting experience featuring local specialties. Visit the Red Star Line Museum, which tells the story of nearly two million European migrants who traveled from Antwerp to North America.
A private chauffeur then continues to Bruges.
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Medieval Bruges
Discover Bruges on a private guided walking tour through its medieval streets and historic squares. Visit Our Lady’s Church, home to Michelangelo’s Madonna, the Grote Markt and Belfry, and the Burg with its Gothic Basilica of the Holy Blood.
After lunch, enjoy time at leisure with the opportunity to experience a scenic canal boat ride through the city.
Overnight in Bruges.
Discover Bruges on a private guided walking tour through its medieval streets and historic squares. Visit Our Lady’s Church, home to Michelangelo’s Madonna, the Grote Markt and Belfry, and the Burg with its Gothic Basilica of the Holy Blood.
After lunch, enjoy time at leisure with the opportunity to experience a scenic canal boat ride through the city.
Overnight in Bruges.
Ghent’s Medieval Grandeur
Travel by private chauffeur and guide to Ghent, a vibrant university city filled with medieval architecture and picturesque canals. Visit St. Bavo’s Cathedral and the renowned Mystic Lamb, then discover the Belfry, St. Nicholas’ Church, Gravensteen Castle, and the historic Graslei and Korenlei.
Return privately to Bruges.
Overnight in Bruges.
Travel by private chauffeur and guide to Ghent, a vibrant university city filled with medieval architecture and picturesque canals. Visit St. Bavo’s Cathedral and the renowned Mystic Lamb, then discover the Belfry, St. Nicholas’ Church, Gravensteen Castle, and the historic Graslei and Korenlei.
Return privately to Bruges.
Overnight in Bruges.
Ypres Salient Battlefields
A private historian and chauffeur lead an immersive exploration of the Ypres Salient and Messines Ridge. Visit Essex Farm Cemetery and the John McCrae Memorial, Pilckem Ridge, Langemark German Military Cemetery, Zonnebeke, Polygon Wood, and the Brothers-in-Arms Memorial Park.
Continue to the Memorial Museum Passchendaele 1917, featuring reconstructed trenches and a British dugout, followed by Tyne Cot Cemetery, the largest Commonwealth War Graves Commission cemetery in Europe.
Overnight in Bruges.
A private historian and chauffeur lead an immersive exploration of the Ypres Salient and Messines Ridge. Visit Essex Farm Cemetery and the John McCrae Memorial, Pilckem Ridge, Langemark German Military Cemetery, Zonnebeke, Polygon Wood, and the Brothers-in-Arms Memorial Park.
Continue to the Memorial Museum Passchendaele 1917, featuring reconstructed trenches and a British dugout, followed by Tyne Cot Cemetery, the largest Commonwealth War Graves Commission cemetery in Europe.
Overnight in Bruges.
Waterloo & Onward to Luxembourg
Travel with a private historian and chauffeur to the battlefields of Waterloo. Discover Quatre-Bras, Ferme du Caillou, La Belle Alliance, and the battlefield itself before visiting the Memorial Museum 1815 and its famous panorama.
Continue to Hougoumont and the Wellington Museum, housed in Wellington’s former headquarters. A private chauffeur then continues to Luxembourg.
Overnight in Luxembourg City.
Travel with a private historian and chauffeur to the battlefields of Waterloo. Discover Quatre-Bras, Ferme du Caillou, La Belle Alliance, and the battlefield itself before visiting the Memorial Museum 1815 and its famous panorama.
Continue to Hougoumont and the Wellington Museum, housed in Wellington’s former headquarters. A private chauffeur then continues to Luxembourg.
Overnight in Luxembourg City.
Luxembourg City & Military Heritage
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Explore Luxembourg City with a private guide, visiting the Palace of the Grand Dukes, Cathedral of Notre-Dame, Constitution Square, Gëlle Fra Memorial, William Square, Place d’Armes, the Corniche, and the Bock Promontory.
Discover the Bock Casemates and their underground fortifications, a UNESCO-listed component of Luxembourg’s historic defenses. Continue with a private afternoon visit to the Luxembourg American Military Cemetery, the final resting place of more than 5,000 American soldiers, including General George S. Patton.
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Depart Luxembourg
A private chauffeur will meet travelers at the hotel and provide a seamless private transfer to Luxembourg Airport for the journey home.
Fast Track assistance can also be arranged at Luxembourg Airport for travelers connecting through Amsterdam.
A private chauffeur will meet travelers at the hotel and provide a seamless private transfer to Luxembourg Airport for the journey home.
Fast Track assistance can also be arranged at Luxembourg Airport for travelers connecting through Amsterdam.
Amsterdam, Netherlands
Keukenhof, Netherlands
Haarlem, Netherlands
The Hague, Netherlands
Kinderdijk, Netherlands
Antwerp, Belgium
Bruges, Belgium
Ghent, Belgium
Ypres, Belgium
Waterloo, Belgium
Luxembourg City, Luxembourg
Places You'll See
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Amsterdam
The City of Amsterdam, where picturesque canals wind their way through historic neighborhoods, and vibrant culture and rich history await at every turn. Explore world-renowned museums like the Van Gogh Museum and Rijksmuseum, take a leisurely bike ride along tree-lined streets, or simply relax in cozy cafes while watching the world go by. With its charming architecture, diverse culinary scene, and welcoming atmosphere, Amsterdam is a must-visit destination for travelers seeking a blend of old-world charm and modern excitement.
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Hague
A charming Dutch city where history, culture, and modernity converge. Known for its iconic Peace Palace and international diplomatic institutions, the Hague offers a unique blend of cosmopolitan sophistication and old-world charm. Explore its picturesque canals, visit world-class museums like the Mauritshuis, and stroll through beautiful parks like Scheveningen Beach. With its rich history, vibrant arts scene, and diverse culinary offerings, the Hague promises a memorable and enriching travel experience for every visitor.
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Luxembourg City
A charming European gem nestled in the heart of Western Europe. With its picturesque blend of ancient history and modernity, this capital city offers visitors a unique experience. Explore the UNESCO-listed Old Town, where medieval fortifications and narrow cobblestone streets transport you back in time. Admire the stunning architecture of the Grand Ducal Palace and the iconic Adolphe Bridge. Luxembourg City is not just a place of history; it’s a thriving hub of culture, boasting world-class museums, vibrant festivals, and a lively culinary scene. Whether you’re strolling along the Alzette River or enjoying panoramic views from the Bock Casemates, Luxembourg City promises an unforgettable journey into its rich heritage and contemporary delights.
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Haarlem
A charming historic city known for its picturesque streets, grand architecture, and celebrated artistic heritage. Discover its museums, historic churches, elegant squares, and traditional Dutch landmarks. Explore the city’s connections to the Golden Age and its renowned artistic traditions. Stroll through its boutiques, markets, and atmospheric historic center. Haarlem offers a relaxed and sophisticated complement to Amsterdam.
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Bruges
A beautifully preserved medieval city defined by romantic canals, cobbled streets, and ornate Gothic architecture. Explore its historic squares, churches, bridges, and atmospheric medieval neighborhoods. Discover celebrated artistic treasures and centuries-old Flemish traditions throughout the historic center. Indulge in Belgian chocolate, local beers, and other regional specialties. Bruges offers an enchanting, timeless experience in the heart of Flanders.
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Ghent
A vibrant historic city where magnificent medieval architecture meets a lively contemporary atmosphere. Explore St. Bavo’s Cathedral, the Gravensteen, the Belfry, and the picturesque Graslei and Korenlei waterfronts. Discover the city’s impressive guild houses, historic churches, and atmospheric canals. Experience Ghent’s thriving cultural scene alongside its centuries-old heritage. Its distinctive blend of history, art, and modern energy makes it one of Belgium’s most captivating cities.
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Ypres
A historic Flemish city deeply connected to the First World War and the battles of the Western Front. Visit its memorials, cemeteries, museums, and surrounding battlefields for a moving perspective on the region’s wartime history. Discover significant sites associated with the Ypres Salient and the Battle of Passchendaele. The Menin Gate and surrounding memorials provide a particularly poignant connection to those who served and fell here. Ypres offers a deeply meaningful encounter with Europe’s twentieth-century history.
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Antwerp
A sophisticated port city celebrated for fine art, fashion, diamonds, and an impressive architectural heritage. Explore its historic center, grand cathedral, museums, boutiques, and connections to Peter Paul Rubens. Discover the city’s elegant railway station, atmospheric lanes, historic guild houses, and lively shopping districts. Experience Antwerp’s celebrated culinary traditions and distinctive Belgian specialties. Its cosmopolitan energy and artistic heritage make it one of Belgium’s most refined destinations.
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Keukenhof
A spectacular spring garden renowned for its extraordinary displays of tulips, daffodils, hyacinths, and other seasonal flowers. Wander through beautifully designed gardens filled with vibrant floral arrangements and carefully landscaped pathways. Discover the surrounding bulb-growing region, where colorful fields stretch across the Dutch countryside during spring. The gardens celebrate the Netherlands’ long-standing horticultural traditions and floral heritage. Keukenhof offers one of the country’s most picturesque seasonal experiences.
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Kinderdijk
A UNESCO-listed landscape featuring 19 historic windmills set among canals, waterways, and open countryside. Discover how these iconic structures have managed water levels and protected the surrounding landscape for centuries. Explore the windmills and waterways while learning about the Netherlands’ remarkable approach to water management. The tranquil countryside contrasts sharply with the country’s urban centers. Kinderdijk offers an evocative glimpse into a defining element of Dutch history and identity.
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Waterloo
The historic battlefield where Napoleon’s forces faced the allied armies under the Duke of Wellington in 1815. Explore monuments, museums, former headquarters, and significant sites connected to this pivotal European battle. Visit locations such as the Lion Mound, Hougoumont Farm, and Wellington’s former headquarters. The surrounding landscape helps bring the campaign and its decisive final confrontation to life. Waterloo provides a compelling perspective on one of the defining military encounters of nineteenth-century Europe.
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Hotel Options
4 Star Properties
Antwerp : Hilton Antwerp Old Town
Hilton Antwerp Old Town
Antwerp , BENELUX
Set in a monumental building in the heart of historic centre of Antwerp, Hilton Antwerp Old Town overlooks the Groenplaats Square. There is a 24-hour gym and Executive Room and Suite bookers benefit from the Executive Lounge and its roof terrace overlooking the Cathedral of Our Lady. De Meir shopping street is around the corner. Free WiFi is available in public areas. The spacious, air-conditioned rooms at Hilton Antwerp Old Town feature Serenity bedding and have a 32-inch flat-screen TV.
Each room includes a large desk with an ergonomic chair and a marble bathroom with a bath and separate shower. Coffee and tea facilities are provided. Offering stylish décor, the on-site restaurant Blend 32 Kitchen offers a classic French cuisine using the best local products. Vegan options are also available. Pick a drink from the special cocktail menu or enjoy a locally crafted beer. Groenplaats Tram Stop is 150 m away, connecting to Antwerp Train Station in 3 stops. It is 4 minutes’ walk to the Town Square with the City Hall and the Steen Medieval Fortress is a 9-minute walk. The MAS Museum is less than a 15-minute walk away. Hilton Antwerp Old Town is a 15-minute drive from Antwerp International Airport.
5 Star Properties
Dukes’ Palace Brugge
Bruges , BENELUX
This 5 star superior hotel is located in a unique 15th-century former ducal palace in Bruges and only 280 metres from the Markt. Dukes’ Palace Brugge includes classically elegant décor and luxurious 5-star facilities. The rooms in the main part of the castle include high ceilings and original features. All of the rooms at Dukes’ Palace Brugge have air conditioning, a minibar, work desk and a spacious marble bathroom. During the summer guests can enjoy an afternoon tea and coffee out on the terrace, overlooking the extensive garden. Bar Julien serves drinks and tapas in a casual, comfortable lounge setting. Restaurant Julien offers refined Belgian cuisine which showcases seasonal ingredients. The UNESCO World Heritage-listed Beguinage is a 10-minute walk from the hotel. Dukes’ Palace Brugge is 650 metres from the Groeninge Museum. The hotel benefits from a secured underground parking garage.
Place d’Armes
Luxembourg , BENELUX
Le Place d’Armes is situated in the centre of Luxembourg, 300 metres from Notre-Dame Catherdral. This boutique hotel features elegant Art Deco décor, a 24-hour reception and free Wi-Fi. All of the rooms at Le Place d’Armes is equipped with a flat-screen cable TV. Each room also includes a marble-floored bathroom and most rooms boast original features such as fireplaces or Guests can make use of valet services for the private parking subject to availability, a mandatory booking is required.
Amsterdam : Pulitzer Hotel Amsterdam
Pulitzer Hotel Amsterdam
Amsterdam , BENELUX
Pulitzer Amsterdam in Amsterdam offers a central position with Rembrandtplein an 18-minute walk away, the Van Gogh Museum 1.9 km distant, and Dam Square 800 metres nearby. Schiphol Airport is 15 km from the hotel. Guests enjoy a fitness centre, sun terrace, garden, restaurant, bar, and free WiFi. Additional amenities include an outdoor fireplace, beauty services, fitness room, and electric vehicle charging station. Rooms feature air-conditioning, private bathrooms, garden views, and modern comforts such as minibars and flat-screen TVs. Family rooms and amenities like room service and breakfast in the room enhance the stay. The modern, romantic restaurant serves Dutch, Mediterranean, and international cuisines. American breakfast is available, and the bar offers a variety of beverages.
Testimonials
Paul F.
Traveled July 2018
My son and I recommend Yampu enthusiastically!
Travel to FINLAND with YAMPU If you know that the capital of Finland is Helsinki but can’t quite place it on the map, or if you’ve heard that Santa Claus comes from Lapland but don’t know that Lapland is in the northern part of Finland; or if you want to hike with an expert guide in the spectacular Pyah-Luosto National Park,(where you actually do see Russia from Finland’s backyard), use Yampu to arrange the trip. My son and I recommend Yampu enthusiastically! They “tailor-made” our Finland trip this past July. There were a lot of phone calls and double-checking and e-mailing before it was finalized. Every hotel, from the Helsinki’s Presendentii (in the heart of the city) to the Kalevala Lodge on the lake outside Kuhmo, was excellent. Yampu’s staff is savvy and well-traveled does their homework. Even our drivers were knowledgeable and easy to get along with. For example, because they knew we wanted to see wildlife, they arranged for us to spend a night in a bear blind on the Soviet border to see brown bears, wolverines, and wolves in their natural habitat. I read that “In Finland, there is freedom to roam.” Finland’s wilderness is pristine, but the culture is interesting also We read up on the Winter War (Nov 1939) when the Finns, outnumbered 10-1, repelled the Russian army. A nice touch–our hotel Kalevala was a short walk to Winter War Museum. Finns love the sauna–it’s their invention. In a country of 5 million people, there are 3 million of them. Every hotel has one and it’s a must-do. The Finns have many sayings about the sauna, like: “The sauna is a poor man’s pharmacy.” “A house without a sauna is not a home.” Maybe the sauna is not as exciting as a bear blind but it is “educational.” Most Finns you meet in a sauna speak English and tell great stories. And you have to have their coffee–it’s better than any we ever in South America. –A lot of surprises, but all good ones. Two Thumbs up for Yampu on this trip.
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