Amsterdam

Amsterdam, the capital of the Netherlands, enchants visitors with its iconic canal ring, world-class museums, and famously tolerant culture. The city's 17th-century Canal Ring—a UNESCO World Heritage site—creates a picturesque setting of narrow houses, arched bridges, and floating houseboats. Amsterdam is home to three of the world's greatest museums: the Rijksmuseum, Van Gogh Museum, and Anne Frank House, each telling powerful stories of art and history. The city's liberal approach to life is evident everywhere, from its famous coffeeshops to the Red Light District. But Amsterdam is equally about cozy "gezelligheid"—the Dutch concept of comfortable conviviality—experienced in brown cafes, along flower markets, and in the city's thriving foodie scene. With 800,000 bicycles outnumbering residents, cycling is the quintessential Amsterdam experience.

Day 2: Historic Amsterdam - Morning at Anne Frank House (must pre-book) - Walk the Jordaan neighborhood - Explore Nine Streets (Negen Straatjes) for unique shops - Lunch at a brown cafe - Dam Square and Royal Palace - Red Light District walking tour - Indonesian rijsttafel dinner

Day 3: Local Life & Markets - Rent a bicycle for the day - Albert Cuyp Market for street food - Explore Amsterdam East (Oost) neighborhood - Lunch at Dappermarkt - NEMO Science Museum or A'DAM Lookout - Evening at Pllek beach bar or waterfront bars