Discover the historic cities, picturesque waterways and cultural treasures of the Netherlands and Belgium on this eight-day Avalon Waterways river cruise from Amsterdam to Brussels. Explore Nijmegen, the oldest city in the Netherlands, wander through Maastricht's charming cobbled streets and uncover the region's fascinating wartime history with an optional visit to Arnhem's Airborne Museum or the Battle of the Bulge sites at Bastogne.
Continue into Belgium to discover Namur's medieval architecture, the atmospheric streets of Liège and the artistic heritage of Antwerp, where magnificent guild houses and masterpieces by Rubens await. Your journey concludes in Brussels, with its impressive Grand Place, historic buildings and inviting cafés. Combining beautiful riverside scenery, fascinating history and authentic local experiences, this European river cruise offers a wonderful introduction to two of Europe's most culturally rich countries.