Day 1

Departure from Riga early in the morning. Transit through the territory of Lithuania and Poland. Accommodation in a hotel in Poland. Rest.

Day 2

Breakfast. Check-out from rooms. Transfer to Germany, arrival in Berlin.

We will start our meeting with Berlin from the Reichstag and the Government Quarter. Then we will walk to the Brandenburg Gate - the main historical symbol of the city. At the Holocaust Memorial, we will honor the memory of the victims of the totalitarian past. Next, we will see the Grand Hotel Adlon, adjacent to the Academy of Arts and modern embassy buildings. We will continue our acquaintance with Berlin of the 17th-18th centuries during the reign of Frederick the Great and his predecessors. We will visit the most beautiful square in Berlin "Gendarmenmarkt" with its magnificent architectural complex and the main concert hall of the capital, walk along the famous Unter den Linden street, see the Royal Opera, Humboldt University, St. Hedwig's Catholic Church, an unusual monument to those who died in world wars. Further, on the "Museum Island" we will learn where and when Berlin began, what treasures of world culture are kept in the Old and New Museums and the majestic Pergamon, admire the grandiose Berlin Cathedral. We will end the excursion at the main historical square of East Berlin Alexanderplatz, where the oldest active church in Berlin Marienkirche, the Red Town Hall, the Neptune Fountain and the TV tower – the most pretentious structure of the socialist era are located. Here, in the area of the square, back in the GDR era, the largest transport and trade infrastructure of Berlin was formed.

Accommodation in a hotel in Germany. Rest.

Day 3

Breakfast. Check-out from rooms.

Departure to Keukenhof Flower Park. Free time to visit the park (entrance tickets paid additionally).

The world-famous Keukenhof Flower Park is one of the most popular pilgrimage sites for tourists visiting the Netherlands in spring. The spectacle is truly amazing: more than 7 million flowers collected on an area of 32 hectares. There are three greenhouses here: the first, with tulips of all kinds of varieties and shades, golden daffodils and lush lilacs, the other - with the luxury of scarlet roses, and the third with absolutely incredible exquisite orchids. The park is located in the town of Lisse, and is open only two months a year - from mid-March to mid-May.

On April 18, the famous flower parade takes place near the flower park. The annual Flower Parade is a celebration of magnificent colors and delightful aromas. 20 huge rafts and 30 carts, richly decorated with flowers, make a 42-km crossing from Noordwijk to Haarlem.

Accommodation in a hotel in Belgium. Rest.

Day 4

Breakfast.

Departure to Brussels, city tour.

The historical center of amazing Brussels is divided into two parts — the so-called Lower and Upper Town. In the Lower Town, simple life has long been in full swing, trade was conducted, crafts and industry developed. In the Upper Town, luxurious palaces and estates of rich people were located. It is here that the historical layout and most of the ancient buildings have been preserved. The main attractions of Brussels are concentrated in the historical center.

The most famous place in the city is the Grand Place, located in the lower town. Most of the sights of Brussels are somehow concentrated around it. A real masterpiece of architecture is the Town Hall, characteristic of any European city. This is a real work of art in the Baroque style. The Town Hall was built in the middle of the 15th century with a watchtower 90 meters high. From here, the statue of St. Michael, the patron saint of Brussels, seems to be watching over the city. Nearby is another majestic structure — the Royal Palace, built in the 16th century.

If you walk a few meters from the main square, you will certainly see the most famous landmark of Brussels, the legendary Manneken Pis — the "Pissing Boy" fountain.

One of the most outstanding structures of the upper town is the Royal Palace of the XVIII-XIX centuries. Nowadays it serves as the residence of the King of Belgium. A park of amazing beauty is laid out around the building. Another symbol of Brussels is the Atomium — a huge model of an iron crystal, installed in 1958.

Return to the hotel or optionally, we offer to go to Antwerp (surcharge 45 €).

Departure to Antwerp.

All the sights of Antwerp are concentrated in its historical center. The city center is located on the banks of the Scheldt River, where a medieval defensive fortress was once located. To the east is the beautiful Steen Castle. Steen Castle was restored after complete destruction in the 19th century, now the National Maritime Museum is located here. The main attraction of the city can be called the Grote Markt square. Translated, this means the Big Market. The true decoration of the square is its fountain with a statue of Silvius Brabo, who, according to legend, defeated the evil giant Antigoon. Like any medieval European square, there is also its own Town Hall, built in a mixed style of Gothic and Renaissance. The majestic Gothic Cathedral of the Virgin Mary, built in the 14th century, is also impressive. The height of its tower reaches 123 m, and inside four paintings by Rubens are kept, considered the true pride of Antwerp.

Return to the hotel. Overnight at the hotel.

Day 5

Breakfast.

Free day. Optionally, we offer an excursion trip to Bruges - Ghent (surcharge 70 €).

Bruges is one of the most beautiful cities in Europe, also known as the "chocolate capital of Belgium". Medieval Gothic ensembles and a network of canals, perhaps slightly inferior to Venetian ones, attract crowds of tourists every year.

Wide streets and a mass of ancient buildings testify to its former greatness. Bruges is an important economic center. At the end of the 20th century, a modern seaport was built outside the historical core of the city, thanks to which Bruges regained the role of a trading maritime city lost in the Middle Ages.

When visiting Bruges, you will immediately notice that its architectural and artistic features are carefully preserved and conveyed to descendants.

Bruges is unique in how this city combines the past and modern life.

Next we will go to Ghent.

Ghent managed to preserve the unique atmosphere of the Middle Ages, with which its small streets are saturated, during the wars the city practically did not suffer, the abundance of ancient buildings located in the center is simply amazing. Here you can see many Gothic cathedrals, such as St. Nicholas Cathedral, St. Bavo's Cathedral, the medieval town hall and the Belfry bell tower, built to attract the attention of citizens about some important event. The presence of canals and small bridges across them give Ghent an atmosphere of comfort and remind of Bruges, located nearby. The most interesting building of the city can undoubtedly be called the medieval Gravensteen Castle. It was erected in the 12th century, at one time it was used not only as the residence of the Counts of Flanders, but also as a mint.

Free time.

Return to the hotel.

Day 6

Breakfast. Check-out from rooms.

Trip to Amsterdam. Excursion to Amsterdam.

The Dutch are famous for their careful attitude to history, and the center of Amsterdam is evidence of this reverent attitude. Through the bright modern streets, the distinctive medieval city clearly shows through. You will learn interesting Amsterdam stories and legends, versions of the creation of Amsterdam and the history of the city's development. The excursion includes a tour of all the main sights of Amsterdam, such as the Royal Palace, the New and Old Churches, the Berlage Stock Exchange, the Central Station, Chinatown, the Chapel of St. Olof, the courtyard of the Beguine sisters, old houses of Amsterdam and much more. Amsterdam is known all over the world for its numerous canals. Even Peter I appreciated the courage and foresight of the builders of this beautiful shipping city.

Free time, optionally we offer a boat trip on the canals of Amsterdam (surcharge).

Accommodation in a hotel. Rest.

Day 7

Breakfast. Check-out from rooms. Departure to Poland. Accommodation in a transit hotel, rest.

Day 8

Breakfast. Departure to Latvia. Arrival late in the evening.

Additionally you can purchase

• Mandatory surcharge for single occupancy - 400 €
• Entrance tickets to the flower park (adults) - 21 €
• Entrance tickets to the flower park (children 4-17 years old) - 10 €

On request

• Fixed seats on the bus (15 €)

Additionally paid

• Hotel accommodation tax 3 € - 4 € per night (depending on the region)

Paid on site

• Entrance tickets to visited objects and entertainment events
• Tourist tax, which is withheld from all tourists entering and staying in the country. The amount of the fee is determined by the administration of the local municipality of the given country
• Mandatory payment of road transport tax 5 € per person for the entire tour
• Rental of excursion audio equipment ~10-15 €

Important information

• The group leader has the right to change the days and times of excursions without violating the tour program
• Free time is valid in the absence of unforeseen situations, traffic jams, and other deviations from the schedule
• For trips to Schengen and EU countries, all passports of citizens of Latvia and non-citizens of Latvia must be valid until the end of the trip
• For trips outside Schengen and the EU, all passports must be valid for at least 6 months from the date of the end of the trip
• For trips outside Schengen, passports of citizens and non-citizens of Latvia with a validity period of 50 years (issued before 19.11.2007) are not valid
• Non-citizens of Latvia cannot travel outside Latvia with an ID card
• Excursions are conducted accompanied by a guide in Russian