Overview
Basix
Affordable
18-99 Years
16
Leisurely
Fully Guided
ZMRP
Itinerary
Bonjour! Welcome to Paris. Your trip kicks off with a welcome meeting at 6 pm tonight. If you arrive early, maybe check out the world-famous Louvre, where you can see the Mona Lisa and the Venus de Milo or climb the Eiffel Tower for some impressive aerial views of the city. If the weather’s nice, maybe take a picnic lunch of baguettes and cheese to the Tuileries, Plantes or the Jardin du Luxembourg.
After your meeting, maybe find a local restaurant for dinner and get to know your fellow travellers.
Leave Paris behind and jump on a train to Brussels. When you arrive, join your leader on a walk around the city, where you can sample some traditional Belgian fries along the way. After, you have free time to explore at your own pace. Maybe wander down to the Manneken Pis (Little Peeing Man) – an iconic symbol of Belgium. Or, visit the Musical Instrument Museum to get your fix of cultural history.
Tonight, maybe explore Ilot Sacre – a great place to find good food and fun bars.
Today is a free day. Maybe wander the Jeu de Balle Flea Market, visit the Cantillon Brewery or walk through the Magritte Museum – an art museum in the Royal Quarters, dedicated to the work of the Belgian artist, Rene Magritte.
This afternoon, maybe explore the Grand Palace or discover the miniature world at Mini Europe Attraction Park, where monuments in the European Union and other countries have been reproduced and are on display at a scale of 1:25.
Tonight, maybe join your group for dinner at a local restaurant – your leader will have the best recommendations.
After breakfast, take the train to Ghent – a port city northwest of Belgium, known for its medieval architecture and artwork. When you arrive, set off on an orientation walk around the city with your local leader. Then, the rest of the day is free for you to explore at your own pace. Maybe visit Gravensteen Castle, take a guided boat tour on the canal or find a restaurant for dinner and try a local dish like gentse waterzooi (fish or chicken stew).
This morning, take the train to Bruges. This city on the coast of Belgium looks like it's been plucked straight from the pages of a fairytale book with its medieval buildings and the network of canals that crisscross it. When you arrive, the day is free for you to explore at your own pace. Maybe stroll through the UNESCO Protected Old Town, discover the Gothic, Renaissance and Neoclassicism architecture or visit the Basilica of the Holy Blood, which is said to be home to a vial of cloth stained with a drop of the blood of Jesus. When you return back to Ghent, maybe find the best bowl of moules-frites (a Flemish classic of mussels cooked in white wine and served with a side of crunchy fries) for dinner.
Travel to Amsterdam this morning. When you arrive, your leader will show you around the city, best known for its narrow houses and artistic heritage. Along the walk, stop at FEBO – an iconic local food stop where you can buy traditional snacks.
The rest of the day is free for you to explore. Maybe visit Anne Frank's House – the former hiding place of the famous child diarist and her family during WWII or explore the De Waag – a 15th-century building on Nieuwmarkt Square first constructed as a gate for the city’s fortified walls.
This afternoon, maybe head to the Heineken Museum and learn about the Netherland’s rich beer history.
Set off on a daytrip today to Europe’s largest seaport, Rotterdam. When you arrive, visit the Floating Farm – the world’s first self-sufficient dairy farm. Here you’ll learn about sustainable farming practices and see the resident cows. The afternoon is then free for you to explore Rotterdam at your own pace – maybe walk through Museum Boijmans Van Beuningen or visit Euromast Observation Tower for panoramic views over the city. Then, take the train back to Amsterdam and enjoy a free evening to wander the canals.
As there are no further activities, your adventure comes to an end this morning. If you’d like to stay longer in Amsterdam, just speak to our booking agent ahead of time.
Trip Inclusions
- Visit a floating farm in Rotterdam, where you’ll learn about sustainable farming practices and see the resident cows living and grazing along the harbour.
- Walk the picturesque waterways and cobbled streets in Bruges on a free day to go your own way. Maybe visit a local brewery and try one of the refreshing regional beers.
- Explore the many romantic districts and hidden alleyways of Paris. Dive into the local food scene with a croissant or coffee and tick the Eiffel Tower off your list in your free time.
- Discover Amsterdam’s museums, cafe culture and leafy parks. Maybe visit the Van Gogh Museum, the Rijksmuseum or Anne Frank House to brush up on your art history.
- Travel like the locals do on public transport. Take the train cross-country and enjoy extra time to relax, play games with fellow travellers and watch the changing landscapes roll by.
- Hotel (5 nights)
- Hostel (2 nights)
- 7 Breakfasts included
- Accommodation, itinerary and inclusions subject to change.
- Price is for land, cruise and internal flights as specified. Flights not specified are not included
- Intrepid regularly update their itineraries throughout the year based on feedback and local conditions. Therefore the itinerary you see now may differ from when you booked. Global Journeys will provide you with detailed trip notes at the time of quoting, along with a finalised itinerary and trip notes before your trip departs.
Operator
Our Basix trips are designed for travelers of any age on a budget. Using simple, clean and centrally located accommodation (typically with a 2-to-2.5-star average rating), local transport where we can, along with plenty of free time.
This means you can do the things that suit your budget and interests, rather than paying for inclusions you don’t want. Meals are generally not included, but your experienced local leader will have some great suggestions!
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Intrepid Worldwide (2025-26)
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