Amsterdam and Delft

From £579 per person // 5 days
Combine the delights of Amsterdam with the lovely, quintessentially Dutch town of Delft on this 4 night holiday by rail, including a journey on the direct Eurostar into the Netherlands from London.

Amsterdam and Delft

From £579 per person // 5 days
The Essentials
  • Catch the direct Eurostar service from London to Amsterdam
  • Spend time in Amsterdam, discovering the city’s famous museums, galleries and canal-lined streets
  • Discover the City of Orange – Delft, famous for its pottery and connections with painter Johannes Vermeer
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What's included
  • Standard Class rail travel with seat reservations
  • 4 nights’ hotel accommodation with breakfast
  • Comprehensive directions to your hotels
  • Clearly-presented wallets for your rail tickets, hotel vouchers and other documentation
  • All credit card surcharges and complimentary delivery of your travel documents

Suggested Itinerary

Amsterdam and Delft
DAY 1 - LONDON TO AMSTERDAM

Make your way to London St Pancras or Ebbsfleet and check in for the new direct Eurostar service to Amsterdam. Your journey will take you under the English Channel, through Brussels and Rotterdam, arriving into Amsterdam in just under 4 hours.

On arrival, head for the Max Brown Hotel Canal District (or similar) and check in for a 2-night stay.

DAY 2 - AMSTERDAM

Amsterdam is one of Western Europe’s top travel destinations, with a beautiful cityscape made up of Golden Age canals, gabled houses, narrow streets and picturesque squares. Not to be missed attractions include the Van Gogh Museum, Anne Frank’s House and the Rijksmuseum.

TMR RECOMMENDS: Do as the locals do and hire a bike to explore the city! There are numerous places which offer bike hire near the station, or we can book bike tours either around the city or the surrounding countryside. Please ask for details.

DAY 3 - AMSTERDAM TO DELFT

It’s just an hour’s journey from Amsterdam to Delft and your ticket will be ‘open’ which means that you can travel whenever you like.

​Once you arrive in Delft, check in for 2 nights at the BW Museumhotels Delft (or similar). Once you’ve settled in at your hotel, it’s time to head out to begin your exploration of this quintessentially Dutch town.

DAY 4 - DELFT

Delft is famous around the world thanks to its connection with Dutch artist Johannes Vermeer and the distinctive Delft Blue earthenware, which you can buy all over the city. Don’t miss a visit to the Vermeer Centre to learn about ‘Dutch Light’ and see the studio where some of the artist’s most famous works were painted.

You can also visit the factory where Delft pottery is made or learn more about the history of Holland at the Museum Prinsenhof. The best views in town can be had from the top of the Nieuwe Kerk tower.

DAY 5 - DELFT TO LONDON

After a leisurely breakfast in your hotel, head back to the station and catch a train to Rotterdam. After an easy change here, you’ll be on the direct Eurostar back to the UK.

 

Typical hotels on this itinerary

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Amsterdam
Max Brown Hotel Canal District

The Hotel Max Brown Canal District is located at the intersection of Amsterdam’s most iconic canals and made up of three historical canal houses. Each bedroom is furnished in a modern, individual style with blissfully comfortable beds, complimentary Wi-Fi internet access and en suite bathrooms. You can unwind in the peaceful inner garden terrace with a drink from the honesty fridge or take something to read from the book swap library.

 

 

Delft
Best Western Museumhotels Delft

Located in the centre of Delft, the Best Western Museumshotels offers comfortable accommodation within easy walking distance of the city’s main sights. Classically designed bedrooms are equipped with cable TV, tea and coffee making facilities (on request) and complimentary Wi-Fi access. There is also a welcoming bar and a 24-hour reception, where bike hire is available.

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Amsterdam
Pulitzer Hotel

Occupying neighbouring canal houses along the famous Prinsengracht canal, the Hotel Pulitzer offers luxury and style in the heart of the city. All 230 bedrooms feature marble bathrooms with heated floors as well as flat screen TVs and typical Dutch decoration. Enjoy classic dishes at the canal-view restaurant or a drink in the courtyard bar.

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Prices are based on two people sharing a twin or double room. Single supplements will apply for sole occupancy. The price includes Standard Class rail travel with seat reservations as necessary and the best available fares on the trains. If you travel during a peak period, particularly at short notice, then supplements may apply.

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