Tour Detail
1st Day Izmir – Amsterdam
Meeting point at the SunExpress Airlines counter in the International Departures terminal of Izmir Adnan Menderes Airport 3 hours before the flight. After baggage, ticket, and passport procedures, we depart for Amsterdam on SunExpress Airlines flight XQ 944 at 10:10 AM. Arrival in Amsterdam at 12:10 PM local time; our city tour of Amsterdam starts with our vehicle waiting at the airport. As the capital of the Netherlands, which shares borders with Germany to the east and Belgium to the south, we will visit places such as Dam Square, Central Station, National Monument, Royal Palace, Flower Market, and the Red Light District during our tour. After the tour, there will be free time. Guests who wish can participate in the optional tour of Amsterdam’s Magnificent Canals (30 Euros), to see Amsterdam and its magnificent architecture from a different perspective while cruising on its canals. Amsterdam has over 100 km of canals and 165 channels, providing a unique view. After the tour, transfer to our hotel. Overnight stay in Amsterdam or its surroundings.
2nd Day Amsterdam – Zaanse Schans – Marken – Volendam – Giethoorn – Amsterdam
After having breakfast at the hotel, guests who wish can join the optional tour of Magnificent Fairytale Villages and Water Canals (Zaanse Schans & Marken & Volendam & Giethoorn Hobbit Village) (100 Euros). Our tour starts with the Zaanse Schans village. Zaanse Schans, one of the hidden gem villages of the Netherlands, dates back to the 17th century and is home to historical windmills that are still in operation, with its untouched nature making it famous. You will feel like you are wandering in an open-air museum while visiting this beautiful village with historical windmills and wooden houses. Our second stop is Marken. This wonderful island, which was once an island but later connected to the mainland by land reclamation, will be explored before we head to Volendam. Volendam captivates visitors immediately with its harbor, characteristic Dutch houses, and traditionally dressed locals. You can taste delicious seafood and cheese, and shop for inexpensive souvenirs in this village before our final stop at Giethoorn Hobbit Village. Considered one of the most beautiful spots in the world, Giethoorn is one of Europe’s most fairytale-like places. Gaining popularity after the filming of “Fanfare” in 1958, Giethoorn continues to grow in fame and hosts over 800,000 tourists annually. After the tour, transfer back to the hotel. Overnight stay in Amsterdam or its surroundings.
3rd Day Amsterdam – Brugge – Gent – Brussels – Amsterdam
After breakfast at the hotel, guests who wish can join the optional tour of Magnificent Cities Brugge & Gent & Brussels (100 Euros). Our first stop is the stunningly beautiful city of Brugge, one of the most visited cities in Europe. It was placed under UNESCO protection in 1991. Its medieval architecture, canals, narrow streets, bridges, historical structures, and squares have made it a gem of Europe. After exploring this beautiful city, we head to Gent, another town where time seems to stand still. With a history of 1,400 years, Gent is situated at the confluence of the Schelde and Lys rivers and was one of the largest and wealthiest cities of the Middle Ages. After our tour in this city known for its medieval monuments and university, we will move on to Brussels. Known for its cosmopolitan nature, Brussels is one of the most prominent stops on Benelux tours. We will visit valuable structures in this city, including the Royal Palace, Chinese and Japanese houses, Brussels Cathedral, city square, Stock Exchange Building, Atomium Monument, and Manneken Pis Statue. After the tour, transfer back to the hotel and free time. Overnight stay in Amsterdam or its surroundings.
4th Day Amsterdam – Rotterdam – Delft – The Hague – Amsterdam
After breakfast at the hotel, guests who wish can join the optional tour of Magnificent Discovery (Rotterdam & Delft & The Hague) (65 Euros).
Our first stop is Rotterdam, the second-largest city in the Netherlands. Rebuilt after World War II, this city hosts Europe’s largest port. During our city tour, we will see the Euromast Tower, Old Port Area, the Swan dubbed Erasmus Bridge (Erasmusbrug), and the Cube Houses. Afterward, we will head to Delft. Known for its historical canals, workshops famous for its pottery, and streets that preserve the spirit of the Middle Ages, we will tour this city before moving on to The Hague. The third-largest city in the Netherlands by population, The Hague is the country’s administrative center and hosts significant institutions like the Parliament Building (Binnenhof) and the International Court of Justice. After exploring this beautiful city, we will transfer back to the hotel and free time. Overnight stay in Amsterdam or its surroundings.
5th Day Amsterdam – Izmir
After breakfast at the hotel, we will check out of the rooms and have free time. Later, we will depart for the airport at the time determined by our guide. After baggage and ticket procedures, we will leave for Izmir on SunExpress Airlines flight XQ 945 at 1:10 PM. Arriving at 6:35 PM local time, the tour concludes.