Amsterdam

The capital of the Netherlands will enchant you, whether you explore it on foot, by boat or – like its inhabitants – in style on a bicycle. Discover Amsterdam’s canals. and alleyways lined with charming merchants’ houses. Historic names such as Herengracht, Keizersgracht and Prinsengracht are reminders of its royal history, as are the magnificent Royal Palace and the Nieuwe Kerk coronation church. Stroll through the lively Waterlooplein market, savour cheese or “matjesharing” with onions. Early risers will find the most beautiful flowers at the morning flower auction in Aalsmeer. Watch from the gallery as the traders haggle over the fragrant goods and tulips from Holland and exotic plants from overseas change hands. The works of Rembrandt and van Gogh are also magnificent and can be discovered in the Rijks or Van Gogh Museum. Brushstrokes full of beauty!