15 days in Benelux & Valenciennes Itinerary

Echternach is a commune with town status in the canton of Echternach, which is part of the district of Grevenmacher, in eastern Luxembourg. Your day by day itinerary now includes Abbey of Echternach as well as Mullerthal Trail. Start off your visit on the 9th (Wed): make a trip to Abbey of Echternach.

For reviews, maps, photos, and more tourist information, read Echternach trip planner.

Aachen, Germany to Echternach is an approximately 2-hour car ride. In July, daytime highs in Echternach are 75°F, while nighttime lows are 58°F. Wrap up your sightseeing by early afternoon on the 10th (Thu) to allow time for travel to Valenciennes.

Valenciennes is a commune in the Nord department in northern France.It lies on the Scheldt river. Your day by day itinerary now includes Eglise Saint-Gery.

To see reviews, maps, ratings, and other tourist information, use the Valenciennes tour itinerary planner.

Explore your travel options from Echternach to Valenciennes with the Route module. In July, plan for daily highs up to 73°F, and evening lows to 57°F. Finish your sightseeing early on the 11th (Fri) to allow enough time to drive to Ghent.

Ghent melds the fairy tale-like beauty of Bruges with its stunning Flemish architecture, while at the same time supporting a vibrant cafe and bar scene.

Your list of things to see and do now includes Belfry and Cloth Hall (Belfort en Lakenhalle), Saint Bavo's Cathedral, St Michael's Bridge, and other attractions.

To see other places to visit, where to stay, and other tourist information, you can read our Ghent trip builder tool.

Traveling by car from Valenciennes to Ghent takes 1.5 hours. In July, daily temperatures in Ghent can reach 71°F, while at night they dip to 56°F. Finish your sightseeing early on the 12th (Sat) so you can drive to Bruges.

The medieval town of Bruges centers around a canal, and the architecture of its historical district has made it a World Heritage Site.

Your list of things to see and do now includes Arboretum Kalmthout, Minnewaterpark, Jan Van Eyckplein, and other attractions. Discover out-of-the-way places like The Princely Beguinage Ten Wijngaarde and Moses Bridge.

For ratings, where to stay, photos, and tourist information, you can read our Bruges road trip planning tool.

You can drive from Ghent to Bruges in an hour. Alternatively, you can take a train; or take a bus. In July in Bruges, expect temperatures between 71°F during the day and 56°F at night. Finish up your sightseeing early on the 15th (Tue) so you can go by car to Delft.

Delft is a town rich in tradition and provides a lovely alternative to the bustling more popular cities.

Your day by day itinerary now includes Passage, Escher in Het Paleis (Escher in the Palace), Station Den Haag Centraal, and other attractions you added. On the 15th (Tue), don't miss a visit to Beestenmarkt. On your second day here, admire the striking features of Gemeenlandshuis van Delfland, take in the spiritual surroundings of Old Church, then take in the exciting artwork at Prinsenkwartier, then stop by Cheese and More Delft, and finally make a trip to Markt.

To see other places to visit, photos, more things to do, and tourist information, you can read our Delft trip planner.

You can drive from Bruges to Delft in 2.5 hours. Alternatively, you can fly; or take a train. July in Delft sees daily highs of 73°F and lows of 57°F at night. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 17th (Thu) early enough to drive to Leiden.

Located in the flower-growing district, Leiden has been called the most beautiful city in the Netherlands.

Your day by day itinerary now includes Marekerk, Leiden American Pilgrim Museum, Pieterskerk Leiden, and other attractions you added.

For other places to visit, photos, maps, and tourist information, read Leiden sightseeing planner.

Getting from Delft to Leiden by car takes about an hour. Other options: take a train; or take a bus. In July, plan for daily highs up to 72°F, and evening lows to 58°F. On the 19th (Sat), you'll have the morning to explore before heading off to Amsterdam.

Known as one of the greatest small cities in the world, Amsterdam charms visitors with its cool and cozy atmosphere.

Your day by day itinerary now includes Papierfabriek de Middelste Molen, Smit Giethoorn, Vondelpark, and other attractions you added. It doesn't end there: see the interesting displays at Anne Frank House and explore the activities along Herengracht.

To see photos, traveler tips, ratings, and more tourist information, read Amsterdam travel route site.

Getting from Leiden to Amsterdam by car takes about an hour. Other options: take a train; or take a bus. In July, daytime highs in Amsterdam are 73°F, while nighttime lows are 57°F. Wrap up your sightseeing by early afternoon on the 23rd (Wed) to allow time for the flight back home.