2021 & 2022 Globus Guided Tours - Globus® Vacation Packages

Independent London, Paris & Amsterdam City Stay (M1B)

9 Day Tour from London to Amsterdam

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Go where history, romance, and flowers bloom with aGlobus Independent City Stay vacation in London, Paris, and Amsterdam! See the magnificent sights of Britain’s capital city with a blooming good time in London. Lose your heart to the romantic rues of Paris, and delight in the Dutch treats of Amsterdam along the cobblestone lanes that line the iconic canals. Triple the fun to captivate your independent spirit with the freedom to explore these three legendary cities just as you please.

Your Globus Independent tour gives you the freedom to explore as you please with all the perks you'd expect from the expert travel planners at Globus. We take care of the details with included accommodations, daily breakfasts, select guided sightseeing, transportation, transfers between each tour city, and a knowledgeable Local Host in each destination to assist you upon request. We’ll also handle flight arrangements and airport transfers at the beginning and end of your tour if you wish!

Independent London, Paris & Amsterdam City Stay map

 Photo Highlights

 Meals

 Meals & Itinerary

8 Breakfasts


Notes:

Open tickets for the cruises in Paris and Amsterdam will be provided and can be used at any time during the stay in each city, in accordance with the respective cruise companies' timetables.

 Itinerary

Day 1 ARRIVE IN LONDON, ENGLAND


• Welcome to London! Uniformed Globus Hosts will be waiting to welcome you at the hotel until 5 pm. Free time this afternoon.

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Start your London adventure with an optional cruise along the famous river Thames. Join an optional Taste of London experience which includes dinner at a local pub and offers the chance to enjoy traditional British Fish and Chips, before a guided cruise shows the best of London at night.
Your GlobusGO mobile app has all the information you need!


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Day 2 LONDON


• A morning guided sightseeing drive past London’s famous landmarks includes the Houses of Parliament and Big Ben, Westminster Abbey, Whitehall’s mounted horseguards, the Prime Minister’s Downing Street, Piccadilly Circus, and Buckingham Palace. Visit St. Paul’s Cathedral to see Sir Christopher Wren’s masterpiece.



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London has so much to offer! Maybe take one of our optional afternoon excursions? Visit the Tower of London, which dates back to the 11th century and hear about its unique place in England’s history or head to the royal residence of Windsor Castle, the oldest and largest occupied castle in the world – and one of the most visited places on the planet! Your GlobusGO mobile app offers more ideas to make the most of your day.


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Breakfast Breakfast

Day 3 LONDON


• The day is yours to explore as you please.



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Why not head out of London and join one of our full-day excursions? Visit mysterious Stonehenge, drive through the scenic Cotswolds, explore Jane Austen’s Bath or head to Shakespeare’s hometown, Stratford-upon-Avon.

In the evening feel free to dine on delicious British fare in a local restaurant. The GlobusGO mobile app will provide all the recommendations you need.



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Breakfast Breakfast

Day 4 LONDON–PARIS, FRANCE


• Travel to Paris by high-speed Eurostar train. A Globus Local Host will be waiting to welcome you. Free time this afternoon to start exploring Paris.



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Ignite your passion for wine with an optional Tour de France of Wine. Our expert sommelier will fill you with knowledge about French wine, while also filling your glasses for a tasting! In the evening, an optional cabaret show with dinner at the Moulin Rouge immerses you in the glittery and indulgent Belle Epoque!

To truly experience Paris, take a seat in a sidewalk café and soak up true Parisian life with each sip of café au lait or French wine. Your GlobusGO mobile app has all the dining tips you need.


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Breakfast Breakfast

Day 5 PARIS


• Admire the heart of the city from a different perspective on a Seine River cruise. Spend a relaxing hour gliding by many of the city's important landmarks such as the Eiffel Tower, Notre Dame Cathedral, Hôtel de Ville and the famous Louvre Palace and museum.*



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Grab the opportunity to get acquainted with the Mona Lisa and Venus de Milo (just to name a few!) during an optional guided visit to the Louvre, or step into the opulent world of the Sun King with an optional guided visit around the Palace of Versailles. Both include “skip the line” entrances.

*The Seine cruise ticket will be provided by the Local Host. It is an open ticket that can be used at any time during the stay in Paris, according to the timetable of the ship company.

Strike a pose in front of the Eiffel Tower or Notre Dame Cathedral for the ultimate travel selfie! Your GlobusGO mobile app has maps and more Insider Picks you’ll love.

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Breakfast Breakfast

Day 6 PARIS


• The day is yours to explore as you please.



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Enjoy an optional guided visit to Claude Monet’s Giverny home and see the inspiration behind some of his masterpieces. Get some thrills and live the magic at Disneyland® Paris with an optional 1-day trip to both Disneyland and Walt Disney Studios.

Explore the artistic streets of Montmartre; Paris is often called the “City of Love”- snap a photo at “Le Mur des je t’aime” (I Love You Wall)! Tap into your GlobusGO mobile app for more inspiring Insider Picks.



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Breakfast Breakfast

Day 7 PARIS–AMSTERDAM, NETHERLANDS


• Travel to Amsterdam by high-speed train. A Globus Local Host will be waiting to welcome you. Free time this afternoon.



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Absorb Amsterdam’s rich artistic heritage at Museumplein (Museum Square), admire van Gogh’s “Sunflowers” at the van Gogh Museum, or Rembrandts “The Night Watch” at the Rijksmuseum. In the evening, why not enjoy cocktails with an optional visit to Amsterdam’s coolest bar – the “Icebar!”

Walk along the picturesque canals of this impressive city to find Dutch treats and eats in the City of the Golden Age. Check out all the possibilities on your GlobusGO mobile app.

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Breakfast Breakfast

Day 8 AMSTERDAM


• Get onboard a canal cruise and take in the best views of houses built during Holland’s Golden Age.* Glide by traditional gable- roofed homes, fascinating houseboats, and the Westerkerk (Western Church). Take photos of the Anne Frank House, the Magere Brug (Skinny Bridge) and Blauwbrug (Blue Bridge).



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Remember that song, “The Windmills of Your Mind?” Why not see the real thing with an optional excursion to see the windmills of Zaanse Schans plus the typical Dutch villages of Marken, and Volendam?

*The Canal cruise ticket will be provided by the Local Host. It is an open ticket that can be used at any time during the stay in Amsterdam, according to the timetable of the ship company.

Spend free time with a bike rental to explore this amazing city. You can find recommendations for all the fun waiting to be discovered on your GlobusGO mobile app.

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Breakfast Breakfast

Day 9 AMSTERDAM


• Your vacation ends with breakfast this morning.



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Breakfast Breakfast

 Tour Director

With GLOBUS, there’s no better way to get to know your destination than through the eyes of a Tour Director. We’d like you to meet one of our Tour Directors, who average over a decade of experience and are representative of the type of expert that will be with you on your vacation.

AGATHE STALHAM

Escorting tours for more than 1 years

I have always enjoyed meeting new people from across the world, and this job has allowed me to do exactly that. I can learn about new cultures whilst exhibiting my knowledge of London, which makes every day different and exciting.

Tour Director - AGATHE STALHAM

 Accommodations

 Optional Excursions

No matter what you’re into: food, wine, history, art, music or anything else, we give you the freedom to personalize your vacation with optional excursions that speak to your interests.

When you book your excursions with us, you can be assured that every optional excursion that we offer coordinates with the free time that you'll have in your destination, so you'll never have conflicts between included and optional activities. Our team of travel experts carefully selects each optional excursion that we offer to ensure that you receive the highest quality at a great value. Our tried-and-true partners have a finger on the pulse of the city in which they operate so they deliver the very best experiences. We offer experiences you cannot create on your own and because you’re booking with us, we coordinate all your transportation and timing needs.

The following optional excursions are examples only for this vacation. These may or may not be offered, and availability is subject to days of operation and seasonality. Please select a departure date to view optional excursions and pricing for a specific date (due to currency fluctuation, pricing shown is subject to change until purchased). Optional excursions are available for purchase on our MyGlobus site 90 days prior to the tour start date.

Price Ranges

$ ($50 CAD and under)
$$ ($51 - $100 CAD)
$$$ ($101 - $150 CAD)
$$$$ (Over $150)


London
Paris
Amsterdam

London

Lunch in the Cotswolds

Lunch in the Cotswolds

A fully guided day in the Cotswolds includes lunch, and takes in some of the most beautiful English villages.

Price Range: $$$$

Stonehenge and Bath with Roman Baths entrance

Stonehenge and Bath with Roman Baths entrance

The most famous prehistoric monument in the world, Stonehenge stands alone in the vast empty tract of Salisbury plain. Next we head to Bath and arrive in time for lunch (not included). Following our scenic drive into the heart of the city, there will be plenty of time to explore at your leisure. Your ticket also includes entrance to the Roman Baths that were built nearly 2,000 years ago.

Price Range: $$$$

Hampton Court Palace

Hampton Court Palace

From Henry VIII and "Bloody" Queen Mary to the ghostly Grey Lady and the puzzling hedge maze, you'll be positively captivated by rich history and infamous characters during your half-day visit of magnificent Hampton Court Palace.

Price Range: $$

Kensington Palace

Kensington Palace

Kensington Palace was once Princess Diana's home. Sir Christopher Wren lavishly improved the original house, turning it into a palace for William III and Mary II. It remained a royal home and was the birthplace of Queen Victoria. The splendid State Apartments are on view to the public.

Price Range: $

Stonehenge Direct

Stonehenge Direct

Stonehenge is the most famous prehistoric monument in the world. Come and unlock its secrets.

Price Range: $$$

Shakespeare's Globe Theatre

Shakespeare's Globe Theatre

Visit the reconstructed Globe Theatre, opened in 1997 and dedicated to Shakespeare's work.

Price Range: $

Tower Bridge Exhibition

Tower Bridge Exhibition

Visit the Tower Bridge exhibition - an impressive 42 metres above the Thames, it offers incredible views of the city and is filled with information about the iconic structure that dominates the river's landscape.

Price Range: $

Westminster Abbey and London Eye

Westminster Abbey and London Eye

Experience Westminster Abbey, a must see for any London visitor. Then join us for a flight on the London Eye.

Price Range: $$$$

Paris

Mona Lisa's Smile & the Louvre Museum

Mona Lisa's Smile & the Louvre Museum

Once a royal palace and now a museum housing one of the most famous art collections in the world, the Louvre is yours on a guided tour.

Price Range: $$$

An Evening at the Moulin Rouge

An Evening at the Moulin Rouge

Enter the exhilarating Belle Époque world of champagne, fine French cuisine, music, lights, thousands of glittering costumes, and an evening of Moulin Rouge cabaret you will never forget!

Price Range: $$$$

Disneyland® Paris (1 day ticket, 2 parks)

Disneyland® Paris (1 day ticket, 2 parks)

Rides, attractions, shows, characters-it all adds up to Disney magic. This fun full-day excursion gives you access to both Disneyland Paris parks. Supercalifragilisticexpialidocious!

Price Range: $$$$

Mont St. Michel with Guide

Mont St. Michel with Guide

Experience one of the icons of Normandy on this full-day excursion featuring a visit to the dramatic UNESCO World Heritage Site of Mont Saint-Michel.

Price Range: $$$$

Make your own French Perfume

Make your own French Perfume

An unforgettable learning experience in the world of perfume making awaits you in Paris.

Price Range: $$

Wine and Food Experience

Wine and Food Experience

No trip to France is complete without experiencing its wines-and these excursions will teach you the best ways to do it!

Price Range: $$$

Amsterdam

Volendam, Marken & Windmills

Volendam, Marken & Windmills

Explore the picturesque villages of Volendam and Marken and visit Zaanse Schans with its many unique windmills.

Price Range: $$



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