Valkenburg, Aachen and Monschau
Valkenburg, Aachen and Monschau
Valkenburg, Aachen and Monschau
5 Days Starting and ending in Netherlands
Visiting: Valkenburg, Aachen, Monschau, Maastricht
Tour operator:
Tour code:
vams
Guide Type:
Fully Guided
Age range:
6-99
Special diets catered:
Vegetarians
Tour operated in:
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Tour Overview
Valkenburg is beautifully located in the rolling hills of South Limburg in Holland. Relax in the lovely town and enjoy exciting excursions as we visit the wonderful towns of Aachen, Monschau and Maastricht on this exciting tour.
Highlights
Itinerary
Day 1 : Start From Valkenburg
Location: Valkenburg
Accommodation: Hotel
Accommodation Name: The 3-star Hotel Walram
Meals Included: No Meals
Local departure by coach or Home Connect service, then continue to Valkenburg for a four-night stay.
Day 2 : Valkenburg
Location: Valkenburg
Accommodation: Hotel
Accommodation Name: The 3-star Hotel Walram
Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner
Valkenburg, sometimes called ‘Marlstone Town’ because of the lime found in the soil and the soft yellow marlstone which has, since Roman times, been quarried as a building material. As a result, there is now a network of over 150 miles of underground corridors beneath the town. A visit to these caves is highly recommended.
There is plenty here to keep you occupied above ground as well, such as the castle ruins and shops, bars, cafes and restaurants.
Day 3 : Aachen And Monschau
Location: Aachen, Monschau
Accommodation: Hotel
Accommodation Name: The 3-star Hotel Walram
Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner
Today, we enjoy an included excursion to the historic city of Aachen, where you have time to explore the stunning old town. Aachen is famous for its magnificent cathedral and the Elisenbrunnen fountain, which is also the symbol of the town.
We continue through the fantastic countryside of the Eifel Mountains to the small town of Monschau, famous for its half-timbered buildings. The ‘Gem of the Eifel Region’, Monschau is situated on the banks of a small river and overlooked from opposite hillsides by the ruins of a stone watchtower and an old palace.
Linked by a series of bridges, the town’s restaurants and shops lead up to the town centre where a charming church proudly stands.
Day 4 : Maastricht
Location: Maastricht
Accommodation: Hotel
Accommodation Name: The 3-star Hotel Walram
Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner
Included excursion to Maastricht. Visit the charming old city centre or maybe take some time out to explore the network of underground passageways and vaults beneath the city, where a large part of the Netherlands’ art treasures were safeguarded during World War II.
Visit the Stokstraat Quarter, the Basilica of Our Lady and the Ramparts.
Day 5 : Return Home
Location: Valkenburg
Meals Included: Breakfast
Return home.
What's Included
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Accommodation
As detailed in the itinerary
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Additional Services
Travel from a wide range of joining points across the UK is included within your coach holiday price; some carry a supplement. Please contact us for our full list of joining points.
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Meals
As detailed in the itinerary
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Transport
Comfortable, air-conditioned motorcoach
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Porterage at Hotels
What's Not Included
Accommodation
You will stay for four nights at the 3-star Hotel Walram in the centre of Valkenburg.
Check out our Q&As
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Is there a limit to luggage that can be brought on the tour?
Your allowance is one medium sized suitcase per person, which should weigh no more than 20kg when full. Hand luggage should be stored in the overhead racks aboard the coach.
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Is the tour coach air conditioned?
Yes
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Are the local guides on the tour English speaking?
Yes
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Are airport transfers included in this tour?
No
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Is there any free time to explore places during the tour?
As detailed in the itinerary
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What is the fitness level required to do this tour?
Low
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Will there be an escort accompanying this tour?
You can be assured of a high level of service and reliability from our expert-trained coach crews, who will be on hand to assist and escort you along the way
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Are children permitted to take part in the tour?
Yes, 6 years or above
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Will I know the names and details of all the accommodation before I depart?
Yes
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Cancellation Policy
We don't charge a cancellation fee, here is a summary of shearings charges.
Up to 56 days before tour starts: Forfeit 100% of deposit.
At 55 days before tour starts: Forfeit 50% of booking price.
At 42 days before tour starts: Forfeit 75% of booking price.
At 21 days before tour starts: Forfeit 90% of booking price.
At 14 days before tour starts: Forfeit 100% of booking price.
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