We always think, traveling to Amsterdam is expensive, but here is how you can plan it under 80K and cover the main attractions in off season.
Day 1 : Land in Amsterdam
The first trick for a budget travel is booking the cheapest flight. I booked my flights almost 4 months prior to my travel . Cost : 35000 INR ( All inclusive return fare) Carrier: Indigo Airlines
I landed on 31 January and was greeted by an awesome view at night..
Day 2 : Dam Square
I planned my trip in a way that I chose to stay in same studio for 10 Days which is near to public transport and daily amenities.
Booking a studio with Kitchenette lets you save the unnecessary food cost .
Hotel Details : Hotel2Stay ( Sloterdijk ) , Cost : 35000 INR ( No meals)
The hotel was in front of the bus station & near to the heart of the city and grocery stores. Since the hotel has kitchen in the studio , you can cook all you want . Post my breakfast ,I took tram and visited Dam Square and markets around on my Day 2.
For Shopping : Primark , C&A
Foods to Try : Mannekenpis Fries , Stroop Waffles
Day 3 : Leidseplein & Kalverstraat
I dedicated the day for shopping and chilling out on pubs on the road side.Try meeting with locals , go for cheese tasting , shopping clothes and sipping beer around road side pubs.
Best Shopping street : Kalverstraat
Day 4 : Museumplein
If you are museum lover , this is your place to be . Famous ones are Van Gogh , Anne Frank House , Heineken etc.
Tip: Book the tickets online to save time and money.
Day 5 : Canal cruise & Ferry Ride
Take a free ferry from central station or book tickets for canal cruise for the scenic view of the city
Finally you can visit the famous Red Light district ;).
The city has a lot to offer for every gender and age.Zoo for lil ones over redlight area, pubs , casino etc. for adults and parks for oldies to relax. The vibe of the city is so amazing that i keep going back there everyyear :)
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Ashnika
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