Benelux - in the heart of Europe

Discover the charm of Belgium, the Netherlands and Luxembourg! An unforgettable journey through the heart of Europe, where medieval cities, fabulous architecture, picturesque canals and rich history combine into one exciting experience with Journey Group.

Imagine strolling along the romantic canals of Amsterdam, the majestic Grand Place in Brussels, the fabulous Bruges, the modern Rotterdam and the elegant Luxembourg – a city that impresses with its fortresses, parks and panoramic views…

Immerse yourself in a world of rich culture, exquisite cuisine, famous Belgian chocolate, aromatic waffles, Dutch cheeses and picturesque cities where every street tells its own story.

Journey Group invites you on a trip "Benelux - in the heart of Europe" - a journey filled with history, beauty, culture and unforgettable emotions.

Day 1 | Welcome to Belgium

changed this text according to the rules: Departure from Sofia Airport to Charleroi with a flight of the airline "Wizz Air" or "Ryanair".

Arrival at Charleroi Airport.

Departure for the capital of the United Europe – Brussels (about 60 km). Panoramic tour of Brussels: the central architectural ensemble „Grand Place” with the world-famous town hall and the craft guilds; the „Saint Hubert” gallery; the „St. Michael“ Cathedral; the statue of Manneken Pis – a symbol of Brussels; the Royal Palace; the Brussels Park with the Palace of Nations; the Palace of Justice. Accommodation.

Free time (use of public transport is required). Overnight stay.

Day 2 | Brussels – Luxembourg – Antwerp

Breakfast. The day is free for rest, walks, beach or independent exploration of the island.

Departure for the Grand Duchy of Luxembourg (about 200 km). Tourist program in Luxembourg – City Hall;

The Palace of the Grand Dukes - the most interesting architectural complex in cultural and historical terms; the Notre Dame Cathedral, built in the 17th century in the early Baroque style; the Parliament; Army Square.

Free time.

Departure for Antwerp (about 230 km). Accommodation. Overnight..

Day 3 | Antwerp – Delft – The Hague – Amsterdam

Breakfast.

Tourist program in the center of Antwerp: the main square "Grote Markt" - the historical core of the city with the Cathedral of St. Mary, the Renaissance building of the town hall and the Brabo fountain; Rubens' house, where works of his students and other artists are exhibited, which Rubens collected during his travels. Free time with the opportunity to walk in the diamond district.

Departure around noon for Delft – one of the oldest and best-preserved cities in the Netherlands, a labyrinth of river canals surrounded by majestic trees, fairy-tale bridges and beautiful courtyards (about 120 km).

Walking tour of the old town: Old and New Church; Market Square; Town Hall; Prinsenhof – the royal residence of the Orange Dynasty. Departure to The Hague – the third largest city in the Netherlands, the political center of the country and the seat of the UN International Tribunal (about 15 km). Walking tour: Binnenhof – a complex of buildings housing the Dutch Parliament and Senate, the Knights’ Hall and the Small Tower; the Queen’s residence; the old Town Hall and the Grand Market. Free time. Departure to Amsterdam (about 60 km).

Accommodation in the Amsterdam area. Overnight.

Day 4 | Amsterdam

Breakfast. Tourist program in Amsterdam: The Old Church - the oldest building in the city; the emblematic Red Light District; Dam Square; the Royal Palace; Madame Tussauds Museum; Van Gogh Museum; the Flower Market - a kind of exhibition of various types of flowers and souvenirs.

Free time in Amsterdam to visit the "Museumplein" - the area of the most famous museums in Amsterdam (the National Museum of Art - the largest collection of works of art in the Netherlands, the City Museum - one of the most significant museums in Europe for modern and contemporary art, the Van Gogh Museum).

Optional boat trip in Amsterdam. Possibility of an individual visit to the Rijksmuseum in Amsterdam or the Van Gogh Museum (both visits are by prior reservation only).

Overnight stay.

Day 5 | Amsterdam – Ghent – Bruges – Brussels

Breakfast. Departure for Bruges (about 270 km). Tourist program in Bruges: Flemish Beguinages; Gothic Church of St. Mary; Market Square with the historic bell tower; Burg Square with the town hall - one of the oldest Gothic buildings in Belgium; the building of the city archive and the Basilica of the Holy Blood, which houses the famous relic - the blood of Christ, brought from Jerusalem during the Second Crusade. Free time. Departure for Ghent (about 55 km). Tourist program in Ghent – the town hall, the Belfry tower, the Cathedral of St. Bavo, St. Nicholas and St. Michael, giving the medieval appearance of the city. Departure for Bruges - one of the best preserved medieval cities in Europe. Departure for Brussels (about 55km). Accommodation in the Brussels area. Overnight.

Day 6 | Brussels – Sofia

Breakfast (if you have an early flight, a dry package is possible). Check-out of the rooms.

Transfer to Charleroi Airport.

Departure to Sofia with a flight of the airline "Wizz Air" or "Ryanair" to Sofia. Landing at Sofia Airport.

Price per person from

The price includes

Flight ticket Sofia - Charleroi - Sofia on the airline "Wizz Air" with airport taxes included and 1 small piece of cabin luggage up to 10 kg (with dimensions 40/30/20 cm) - soft bag or backpack (without wheels) or on the airline "Ryanair" with airport taxes included and 1 small piece of cabin luggage up to 10 kg (with dimensions 40/30/20 cm) - soft bag or backpack (without wheels)
Group transfer airport - hotel - airport
Transportation along the described route by comfortable tourist bus
2 nights with breakfast at the hotel "Des Colonies by Mercure" 3*/"Thon Hotel City Center" 4* (or similar) in Brussels
1 night with breakfast at the "Hyllit Hotel Antwerpen" 4* (or similar) in Antwerp
2 nights with breakfast at the hotel "IBIS Schiphol Amsterdam Airport" 3*/"The Niu Fender" 4*/ (or similar) in the Amsterdam area
Medical insurance with a liability limit of 10,000 euros
Tourist program in Brussels and Amsterdam
Trip to Luxembourg
Walking tours in Antwerp, Delft, The Hague, Ghent and Bruges
Tour guide from Bulgaria
Tourist program in Brussels and Amsterdam

The price does not include

Checked baggage up to 10 kg, 20 kg.
Personal expenses
Public transport costs
Fuel taxes (if announced)
Boat trip in Amsterdam
Ticket for an individual visit to the Van Gogh Museum
Ticket for an individual visit to the Rijksmuseum in Amsterdam
Entrance fees and tickets for museums, sites and events visited at will
Trip Cancellation Insurance (We recommend that you take out this insurance!)
Tourist tax: In Belgium and the Netherlands, a local tourist tax is charged, the amount of which is determined by the respective municipality or place of accommodation. The tourist tax is approximately: 3 - 4 EUR per tourist per night. The taxes are not included in the package price, they must be paid on site, in cash and are collected by the tour guide during the trip.
Headphones during the tours - 4 EUR per tourist per day (paid on site to the tour guide, in cash; children under 6 years old do not use headphones and are not charged). In some of the cities on the program, headphones are already mandatory for walking tours!
Tips: 3-4 euros per tourist per day for a guide/driver (to be paid on site, in cash, to the guide, depending on the service provided). The cultural characteristics of the destination suggest paying a tip in the specified amount, which shows respect for the work of the persons concerned and makes a pleasant impression.

Optionally available

Checked baggage up to 10 kg (both ways) per tourist - price subject to additional confirmation at the time of booking
Checked baggage up to 20 kg (both ways) per tourist - price subject to additional confirmation at the time of booking
Surcharge for adjacent seats on the plane (round trip) - per tourist (subject to confirmation)
Boat trip along the canals of Amsterdam per tourist with a minimum of 20 tourists
Special service: Overnight stay at Hemus Hotel *** before departure (price per tourist based on double room)
Priority boarding - round trip, per tourist
Ticket for an individual visit to the Van Gogh Museum
Ticket for an individual visit to the Rijksmuseum in Amsterdam

Additional information

A change in the flight schedule by the airline is possible.
The excursion takes place with a minimum of 30 registered tourists.
In order to implement the additional services and events under the program, it is necessary to request them when concluding the organized travel contract, as their implementation is related to advance reservations.
Please note that adjacent seats on the plane must be requested in advance and are only guaranteed upon payment!
Accommodation in the listed hotels is subject to availability at the time of booking. The agency reserves the right to replace with a similar one without notice.
Changes to the route and program during the excursions due to force majeure or weather conditions do not entitle you to a refund for the excursion.
The organizer reserves the right to change routes and times or move the excursions to another day when weather conditions require it, in order to ensure the safety and quality of the service.