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Explore the history of the Red Light District,<\/span> canoe the canals and cycle through the picturesque Dutch landscape on this four-day trip<\/span><\/p>\n","protected":false},"featured_media":68370,"menu_order":178,"template":"","thumbnail_video":null,"checkout_hero_banner":null,"acf":[],"template_id":"na","duration":4,"trip_limit":8,"img_header":"https:\/\/sandbox.flashpack.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/02\/AMAFeaturedImage-1120x620.jpg","continent":"Europe","country":"Netherlands","countries":["Netherlands"],"prices_between":{"gbp":{"min":"\u00a31739","max":"\u00a31739"},"eur":{"min":"\u20ac2049","max":"\u20ac2049"},"usd":{"min":"$2349","max":"$2349"},"cad":{"min":"$3209","max":"$3209"},"aud":{"min":"$3189","max":"$3189"},"nzd":{"min":"$3559","max":"$3559"},"hkd":{"min":"$17469","max":"$18269"},"aed":{"min":"DH8199","max":"DH8199"}},"about":"

Four days, one unique experience: this long weekend in Amsterdam is the ideal European mini-escape.<\/strong><\/p>\n

You\u2019ll glide down the canals on a canoe adventure, uncover a side to the Red Light District that most tourists don\u2019t get to see, cycle into a landscape of 17th-century windmills and unearth the culinary secrets of trendy Jordaan.<\/p>\n

From its historical secrets to modern spirit, explore this charming Dutch capital exactly as it should be done. The perfect city-break? We think so.<\/p>\n","highlights":[],"lang":"us","trip_type":[{"term_id":9074,"name":"City Breaks","slug":"city-breaks","term_group":0,"term_taxonomy_id":9074,"taxonomy":"style","description":"The places you\u2019ll visit on a Flash Pack city break are varied, colorful and unique. As you\u2019d expect, Europe reigns in this department. Find your next city adventure here.","parent":0,"count":26,"filter":"raw","term_order":"0"}],"hidden":true,"seasons":["summer","autumn"],"scenery":["city"],"activities":["boat_trip","cycling","nightlife","tasting"],"activity_level":["relaxed"],"key_locations":"Amsterdam","itinerary":[{"local-trip-detailed-itinerary-day-snapshot":"Arrival in Amsterdam (AMS) | dinner in Red Light District","local-trip-detailed-itinerary-day-header":"Uncover the history of the Red Light District","local-trip-detailed-itinerary-day-text":"

Welcome to Amsterdam. An airport transfer will drive you into the city, where you\u2019ll check into your hotel. Meet your fellow travelers and guide over a welcome drink, before heading out to explore the city streets. Your walking tour will begin in the famed Red Light District (one of Amsterdam\u2019s oldest quarters) where you\u2019ll learn about the neighborhood\u2019s shadowy history, uncovering a fascinating backstory unbeknown to many tourists. Continuing in this historical vein, you\u2019ll then dine in a nearby restaurant in the 17th-century canal district.<\/p>\n","campaign_id":"","trip_highlight":false,"trip_highlight_strapline":"","quote":{"text":"","author":"","authorSocialUrl":"","date":null},"header":"Uncover the history of the Red Light District","text":"

Welcome to Amsterdam. An airport transfer will drive you into the city, where you\u2019ll check into your hotel. Meet your fellow travelers and guide over a welcome drink, before heading out to explore the city streets. Your walking tour will begin in the famed Red Light District (one of Amsterdam\u2019s oldest quarters) where you\u2019ll learn about the neighborhood\u2019s shadowy history, uncovering a fascinating backstory unbeknown to many tourists. Continuing in this historical vein, you\u2019ll then dine in a nearby restaurant in the 17th-century canal district.<\/p>\n","snapshot":"Arrival in Amsterdam (AMS) | dinner in Red Light District","images":["https:\/\/sandbox.flashpack.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/02\/AMA-itinerary1-city-trees-flowers-amsterdam-2-1120x620-1.jpg"],"day":1},{"local-trip-detailed-itinerary-day-snapshot":"Canal canoeing & culinary tour in Jordaan ","local-trip-detailed-itinerary-day-header":"Canal adventures & trendy city sights","local-trip-detailed-itinerary-day-text":"

Having explored Amsterdam\u2019s streets by foot, you\u2019ll now adopt a new perspective: from your canal as you glide down its canals. Spend your morning cruising beneath picturesque bridges and charming streets, before hopping back onto dry land to explore Jordaan \u2013 a district known for its working-class roots, radical politics and stylish bars. Weave your way through trendy Jordaan on a walking food tour (local cheeses and sugar-dusted pastries are to be expected). Then, as evening falls, board a canal boat for a leisurely sunset cruise, with pizza and beer to see your group into the night.<\/p>\n","campaign_id":"","trip_highlight":false,"trip_highlight_strapline":"","quote":{"text":"","author":"","authorSocialUrl":"","date":null},"header":"Canal adventures & trendy city sights","text":"

Having explored Amsterdam\u2019s streets by foot, you\u2019ll now adopt a new perspective: from your canal as you glide down its canals. Spend your morning cruising beneath picturesque bridges and charming streets, before hopping back onto dry land to explore Jordaan \u2013 a district known for its working-class roots, radical politics and stylish bars. Weave your way through trendy Jordaan on a walking food tour (local cheeses and sugar-dusted pastries are to be expected). Then, as evening falls, board a canal boat for a leisurely sunset cruise, with pizza and beer to see your group into the night.<\/p>\n","snapshot":"Canal canoeing & culinary tour in Jordaan ","images":["https:\/\/sandbox.flashpack.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/02\/AMA-itinerary2-sunset-boat-amsterdam-2-1120x620-1.jpg"],"day":2},{"local-trip-detailed-itinerary-day-snapshot":"Cycle through the countryside | craft beer tasting","local-trip-detailed-itinerary-day-header":"Country cycling & historical windmills","local-trip-detailed-itinerary-day-text":"

Take advantage of a free morning to do as you please (perhaps needed after exploring Amsterdam\u2019s famed nightlife). Then, gather with your group at midday for an e-bike adventure through the Dutch countryside. With its 17th-century windmills, wooden villages and winding rivers, experience the scenic beauty that the Netherlands is famed for. Your biking foray will take you to a nearby microbrewery, located in a converted 19th-century warehouse. Your introduction to the processes of craft beer will be followed by an exclusive tasting, before returning to Amsterdam for a final dinner.<\/p>\n","campaign_id":"","trip_highlight":false,"trip_highlight_strapline":"","quote":{"text":"","author":"","authorSocialUrl":"","date":null},"header":"Country cycling & historical windmills","text":"

Take advantage of a free morning to do as you please (perhaps needed after exploring Amsterdam\u2019s famed nightlife). Then, gather with your group at midday for an e-bike adventure through the Dutch countryside. With its 17th-century windmills, wooden villages and winding rivers, experience the scenic beauty that the Netherlands is famed for. Your biking foray will take you to a nearby microbrewery, located in a converted 19th-century warehouse. Your introduction to the processes of craft beer will be followed by an exclusive tasting, before returning to Amsterdam for a final dinner.<\/p>\n","snapshot":"Cycle through the countryside | craft beer tasting","images":["https:\/\/sandbox.flashpack.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/02\/AMA-itinerary3-windmill-holland1-1120x620-2.jpg"],"day":3},{"local-trip-detailed-itinerary-day-snapshot":"Breakfast at the hotel | depart from Amsterdam (AMS)","local-trip-detailed-itinerary-day-header":"Amsterdam, at your own pace","local-trip-detailed-itinerary-day-text":"

After breakfast, check out of your hotel and make your own way to the airport. If you\u2019re looking to extend your European escape, take a look at our France itinerary<\/a>, which will see you travel from Paris to Nice in 8 days.<\/p>\n","campaign_id":"","trip_highlight":false,"trip_highlight_strapline":"","quote":{"text":"","author":"","authorSocialUrl":"","date":null},"header":"Amsterdam, at your own pace","text":"

After breakfast, check out of your hotel and make your own way to the airport. If you\u2019re looking to extend your European escape, take a look at our France itinerary<\/a>, which will see you travel from Paris to Nice in 8 days.<\/p>\n","snapshot":"Breakfast at the hotel | depart from Amsterdam (AMS)","images":["https:\/\/sandbox.flashpack.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/02\/AMA-itinerary4-boat-amsterdam-1120x620-1.jpg"],"day":4}],"alternative_itinerary":null,"theme":null,"gallery_uris":[],"trip_highlights":[],"included_highlights":[],"included":["a","e","g","t","m","b","t","Max. 14 people per trip","Everyone at a similar life stage","90% travel solo, 80% stay in touch"],"videos":[],"faqs":[{"question":"","answer":"Fly in and out of Amsterdam Schipol Airport (AMS). Please try to arrive before 1pm on day 1, although we will arrange an airport transfer for you at whichever time you arrive.\n"},{"question":"","answer":"Depart at your own leisure any time on day 4.\n"},{"question":"","answer":"Please be aware that the itinerary, activities and hotels are subject to change. These changes can happen with little notice due to availability, poor weather, seasonal changes, or other circumstances beyond our control \u2013 but we\u2019ll always do our best to ensure it has little impact on your experience. From time to time, we may also make changes to your itinerary to try out new ideas and keep things fresh and exciting.\n"},{"question":"","answer":"We take safety very seriously on Flash Pack adventures- read more here.\n"}],"hotels":[{"name":"Hotel De Hallen, Amsterdam West","short_description":"A stylish, converted tram depot located near the Jordaan neighborhood ","description":"This unique hotel is housed in a former industrial building, combining urban grit and modern sophistication.\n","image_url":"https:\/\/sandbox.flashpack.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/02\/AMA-hotel-dehallen-1120x620-1.jpg","is_alternative":false}],"wellness_rooms":[],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/sandbox.flashpack.com\/us\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/trip\/32105"}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/sandbox.flashpack.com\/us\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/trip"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/sandbox.flashpack.com\/us\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/trip"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/sandbox.flashpack.com\/us\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/68370"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/sandbox.flashpack.com\/us\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=32105"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}