Multi-day Journeys
Fully arranged longer journeys, tailored to your wishes, with time for in-depth experiences.
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Rome wasn't built in a day. Some journeys take a little longer. I travel all over Europe with my guests on WWII journeys and private holidays.
We visit the places of interest with plenty of time to share the stories, while keeping the flexibility to change the plan when needed.
A PRIVATE JOURNEY THROUGH EUROPE
How does it work?
When you book a longer journey with me, we effectively go on holiday together. Therefore it is essential we meet up online ahead of the journey and get to know each other. Together we will work on an itinerary, either based on one of the three journeys below or made up from scratch. Once we agree on the overall plan I will start making arrangements, booking hotels, transport and tickets.
I will try to leave the planning as flexible as possible so we can make decisions and change things on the day as well. In the end it is your journey, for which I am always grateful. I feel privileged to do these often emotional journeys with people. In my experience we will have a lot of fun together as well.
FOLLOW ANNE FRANK AND OTHERS
Amsterdam to Auschwitz
Eight-day example journey
By following Anne Frank's footsteps from her home in Amsterdam, the secret annex, and the tragic final months in Westerbork, Auschwitz, and Bergen-Belsen, we will learn not only about her story, but also about so many others involved in these tragic events.
We travel from Amsterdam to Poland and back. We meet online first to discuss the details and our itinerary.
This journey is often intense and emotional, and in my experience very rewarding.
What to expect:
* Transportation, hotels and all tickets included
* Minimum seven-day return journey
* One or more meetings before the trip
* Private and fully customisable to your wishes
"The footsteps I have taken this week are forever implanted in my soul."
Becky Jones
Day 1: Anne Frank in Amsterdam
Day 2: Westerbork and Bergen Belsen
Day 3: Wannsee and Berlin
Day 4: Berlin to Krakow
Day 5: Auschwitz and Krakow ghetto
Day 6: Krakow to Prague
Day 7: Nuremberg
Day 8: Nuremberg to Amsterdam
Get in touch to start your journey
FROM MUNICH TO VIENNA
The roots of Nazi Germany
Five-day itinerary
In this journey to the south of Germany and Austria we discover the origins of Nazi Germany. Hitler grew up in this country and we follow his footsteps. The Nazi party grew big in Munich, and Dachau was the model concentration camp from 1933 onwards. This is a disturbing journey in a stunning landscape.
What to expect:
* Transportation, hotels and all tickets included
* Minimum five-day return journey
* One or more meetings before the trip
* Private and fully customisable to your wishes
Day 1: Munich and Dachau
Day 2: Berchtesgaden and Salzburg
Day 3: Linz and Mauthausen
Day 4: Vienna
Day 5: Back to Munich
Get in touch to start your journey
EASY COMPANY ALL THE WAY
Band of Brothers in Europe
Eleven-day itinerary
From their base in the South of England all the way to Austria, in this journey we follow Easy Company just like we do in the famous series. Nothing beats being at the real places though, and we will get a unique perspective of what they would have gone through.
Easy Company did not operate in isolation, and all through this journey we will understand more of D-Day, Market Garden and the Battle of the Bulge, and the liberation of Western Europe in general.
Starting in London, ending in Munich, a journey of a lifetime.
What to expect:
* Transportation, hotels and all tickets included
* Minimum ten days from London to Munich
* One or more meetings before the trip
* Private and fully customisable to your wishes
Day 1: London
Day 2: South of England and Portsmouth
Day 3: Normandy
Day 4: Normandy
Day 5: Drive to Eindhoven
Day 6: Market Garden
Day 7: To Bastogne
Day 8: Battle of the Bulge and Northern France
Day 9: Southern Germany
Day 10: Berchtesgaden and Austria
Day 11: Munich
Get in touch to start your journey
CREATE YOUR OWN TRIP
Private, flexible and comfortable
It's easy to travel through Europe, and there is so much to see and do. There are countless tour operators where you can book your holiday, but when you get in touch with me we will plan everything together. You let me know what you are looking for, I will make my suggestions and in a few meetings we come up with a plan. I will organize everything from then on.
I like to have a good idea of what we will do, and stay flexible to make changes at the same time. We can visit WWI and WWII sites throughout Europe, or have a more general holiday with a combination of history, culture, nature and local specialities. Stories are everywhere and we will have a lot of fun finding them.
Frequently Asked Questions
Here are some of the questions my guests ask me before or during our time together.
What is included in a multi-day journey?
Every journey is different. Depending on your wishes, a multi-day journey can include accommodation, transportation, historical sites, museums, research, walking tours and personal guidance throughout the trip. Together we create an itinerary that fits your interests, pace and budget.
How many days should I plan for?
That depends entirely on what you would like to see. Some guests choose a two or three-day journey focused on a specific topic such as Operation Market Garden or family history. Others spend a week or more exploring different regions, historical sites and stories throughout the Netherlands and neighbouring countries.
Can we combine different interests in one journey?
Absolutely. Many guests combine World War II history, family history research and Dutch heritage in a single itinerary. Because these journeys are private and fully customised, we can create a unique experience that reflects your interests rather than following a fixed schedule.
Will you accompany us throughout the entire journey?
Yes. Unlike many tour operators, I personally guide the journey from start to finish. This allows us to remain flexible, adapt plans when needed and take advantage of unexpected opportunities along the way.
Can you create a completely bespoke itinerary?
Yes. In fact, that is how most multi-day journeys begin. Some guests arrive with a detailed wish list, while others simply tell me what interests them. Together we build a personalised itinerary that can include historical sites, family connections, hidden gems, museums, landscapes and experiences that are difficult to find on your own.
