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Private Giethoorn & Zaanse Schans Windmills Sightseeing Tour from Amsterdam

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from $436

Amsterdam: Keukenhof Gardens and Zaanse Schans Windmills Day Tour

Dreamy Dutch Villages Tour: Giethoorn, Zaanse Schans & More

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from $87

9 hours 30 minutesFree Cancellation

The Keukenhof Gardens are a must-see for many visitors to the Netherlands, but as a seasonal attraction, getting there can be hard. Enjoy the peace, space, and privacy of a private transfer on this convenient tour, with hassle-free transfers from hotels across much of the Netherlands, including Amsterdam, Rotterdam, and The Hague. For ease, your tickets are included, enabling you to skip past the long purchase lines at the gate.

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from $149

Private Day Trip to Keukenhof Gardens with Entrance Tickets

Private Day Trip to Keukenhof Gardens with Entrance Tickets

from $418

Don’t let limited time in Amsterdam stop you from escaping to the countryside: eliminate the stress of advance planning on a private day trip to Zaanse Schans and Volendam. Witness traditional Dutch craftsmanship at a clog factory, and then enjoy over 30 cheese flavors at Henri Willig farm. Continue to Volendam for a delightful lunch and harbor views, then take a ferry to the charming island of Marken, with its unique houses on wooden stilts.

Private Sightseeing to Windmills, Volendam, Marken from Amsterdam

Private Sightseeing to Windmills, Volendam, Marken from Amsterdam

6 hours 30 minutesFree Cancellation

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from $385

Private Day Trip from Amsterdam to Keukenhof with Entrance Tickets

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from $453

Best of Dutch Countryside: Giethoorn, Windmills, Secret Villages

9 hours 30 minutesFree Cancellation

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from $149

Ideal for the more introverted traveller, this audio-guided tour of Amsterdam combines all the benefits of a guided tour with the joys of independent sightseeing. Pause to take photos, explore a little deeper, or just enjoy a break whenever you choose, rather than rushing to keep up with a group or an in-person guide. And, better still, skip any attractions on the list that don’t appeal to you.

Amsterdam Self-Guided Audio Tour

Private day trip about the Dutch Delta works from Amsterdam

from $1,232

If you don't have the time to spend the night in Brussels, you can still discover the best of the city by booking this private day tour from Amsterdam. Explore the historical city center of Brussels and see such landmarks as the Grand Palace, Manneken Pis, and Place de la Bourse then drive to the Jubilee Park to admire the Triumphal Arch. Your itinerary can be customized to your interests.

Private Brussels day trip from Amsterdam

Private Brussels day trip from Amsterdam

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from $732

Private Daytrip Giethoorn and Windmills of Zaanse Schans from Amsterdam

from $871

Discover delights outside of Amsterdam on a private tour that takes you the Hague, the seat of the Netherlands’ government, and Delft, home to world-famous blue-and-white pottery. Opting for a private tour means that you’ll enjoy the undivided attention of your private guide as you’re transported between sights in air-conditioned comfort, rather than having to brave public transport.

Private Tour Delft The Hague(Delft Blue/Royal Fam)6 hrs 1-15 pers

Private Tour Delft The Hague(Delft Blue/Royal Fam)6 hrs 1-15 pers

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from $808

A once-a-year occasion for the Dutch, and a once-in-a-lifetime event for the rest of us, the Dutch Flower Parade is one of the Netherlands’ most spectacular occasions—but it’s so popular that seeing it as it passes can be hard. This VIP package includes grandstand seats, ensuring a view of the parade that makes your photos pop. There's even time for an afternoon at Keukenhof Gardens before you return to Amsterdam.

Flower Parade 17 April with Grandstand & Keukenhof from Amsterdam

Flower Parade 17 April with Grandstand & Keukenhof from Amsterdam

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Experience the best of Dutch culture and history on this unforgettable private tour. Begin your adventure at the iconic windmills of Zaanse Schans, where tradition comes to life amidst scenic wooden houses and local crafts. Next, immerse yourself in the vibrant fishing village of Volendam—stroll along its colorful harbor, savor fresh seafood, and explore its rich cultural heritage. End your journey at the majestic Kasteel de Haar, a fairy tale castle surrounded by stunning gardens and elegant halls. This personalized tour offers a perfect blend of heritage, charm, and beauty for an incredible day in the Netherlands.

from $174

Amsterdam: Best Private Tour Windmills, Castle and Volendam

Amsterdam: Best Private Tour Windmills, Castle and Volendam

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from $610

While Amsterdam may feel like the center of the Netherlands’, there is much more to the country than the historic canal city. This full-day sightseeing tour is a great way for private groups to incorporate more of the Netherlands into their trip to Amsterdam, without having to worry about organizing transport or accommodation. You’ll also have the benefit of a local guide to help enhance your experience.

Private day trip to Delft and The Hague

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from $953

See the magic and history of the Dutch medieval castles and learn about their important positions as fortresses and the homes of noble families. Visit Muiderslot and see the drawbridge—the only way to enter the castle—and then travel to Castle de Haar to explore the gardens and landscape. Hear stories about the history of these places, and learn about their former and current residents.

Private day trip to the Dutch castles from Amsterdam

Private day trip to the Dutch castles from Amsterdam

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from $1,087

One for the history buffs—join your guide in a historic soldier’s uniform and see the iconic land where the Battle of Waterloo took place. This is where the Napoleonic empire ended, and where western European society began to move towards the Industrial Revolution. See specific points on the battlefield where certain manoeuvres were acted out, and see the weapons of an infantry soldier.

Battle of Waterloo from Amsterdam

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With the Keukenhof Shuttle + Entry from Schiphol Airport, you travel directly from the airport to one of the world’s most spectacular flower parks — stress-free, comfortable, and fully flexible. Start your visit to Keukenhof straight from Amsterdam Airport Schiphol with worry-free transportation and included admission. Simply head to the clearly visible Met & Co desk in Arrival Hall 4, where friendly staff will assist you every step of the way. No searching, no confusion — just smooth, easy travel. Board a comfortable coach and relax as you journey through the Dutch countryside toward Keukenhof. Once there, explore at your own pace. With your flexible return ticket, you can stay as long as you like and catch any returning shuttle back to Schiphol. Even better, from Keukenhof you may also choose to take the HopOn HopOff Holland shuttle bus to Amsterdam city center, giving you the flexibility to continue your day in the heart of the city instead of returning to the airport.

Amsterdam Airport: Tour to Keukenhof incl. Ticket & Flex Return

Amsterdam Airport: Tour to Keukenhof incl. Ticket & Flex Return

5 hoursFree Cancellation

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from $52

Daytrip Tour from Amsterdam to Rotterdam to The Hague and Delft

7 hoursFree Cancellation

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from $110

Private full day Sightseeing Tour to Brussels from Amsterdam

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from $552

Follow in the footsteps of soldiers who fought during the Battle of the Bulge on this full-day tour. Brush up on your history as you hear countless personal stories, see German tanks up close, and visit the Band of Brothers fox holes in the Bois Jacques. With round-trip transfers from Amsterdam included, you can leave the legwork to someone else and focus on the areas that interest you most.

General McAuliffe and Sherman tank in Bastogne

Band of Brothers in Bastogne from Amsterdam

12 to 13 hoursFree Cancellation

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from $1,157

This small group tour takes you through centuries of history: from Europe’s Middle Ages to the era of the 17th century and the splendor of the 20th century! After picking you up at our eeting point, we start the day at the famous Muideslot castle, first built in the 13th century by count Floris V. In the 17th century the castle was the favorite residence of writer and poet P.C. Hooft. Restored by Architect Pierre Cuypers it is now open to the public to explore. We tour the castle as well as the beautiful gardens! After lunch we visit the magnificent Castle de Haar, reconstructed in 1890 on its medieval foundations, where Baron and Baroness van Zuylen entertained their famous guests! We will bring you back to Amsterdam at the end of the afternoon. This tour can also be booked as a private tour!

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Small Group Tour to Muiderslot & Castle de Haar from Amsterdam

Small Group Tour to Muiderslot & Castle de Haar from Amsterdam

8 to 9 hoursFree Cancellation

Keukenhof (tulips), Zaanse Schans and Volendam Small Group Tour

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from $320

Our professional driver-guide, with over 10 years of experience, will ensure you experience the beauty of the world-famous Keukenhof Gardens, home to millions of tulips and other flowers, on our private tour from Rotterdam. During this day trip, you will also have the chance to explore the surrounding Bollenstreek area. We make your experience even more enjoyable by providing a Keukenhof map so you can stroll at your own pace. End your day with a comfortable private transportation to Rotterdam, allowing you to relax and enjoy the breathtaking scenery along the way. In the spirit of transparency, we would like to clarify that entrance tickets to Keukenhof Park are NOT included in the tour price. Rather than including the tickets in our package, we recommend purchasing them directly through the official Keukenhof website. This approach allows you to avoid the additional commission fees charged by Viator/TripAdvisor and ensures you receive the best possible price for your tickets.

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from $196

Private Keukenhof Park & Tulip Fields Tour from Rotterdam

Private Keukenhof Park & Tulip Fields Tour from Rotterdam

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from $520

Absolutely Amsterdam - the Essential Introductory Walking Tour

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Olga_M, Jul 2026

Don’t hesitate -the best with Danny!!

First time in Amsterdam, I decided to take this walking tour to start the trip. I’m not really into history too much and really don’t like to listen to very much explanation but wanted to get a full experience of culture traditions and just overall architectural experience. We were so lucky to be paired up with Danny for our tour. He was so fun, very informative, always willing to answer any questions and made this whole experience very enjoyable. I would highly recommend in fact when we’re going to other countries, I was really hoping to have the same experience as well. Danny did a fantastic job.!!

Zaanse Schans, Edam, Volendam and Marken Tour

SUNEET_K, Jul 2026

Perfect 8 hour trip

Well organized trip which ran perfectly on time. We were picked up near Amsterdam Central station and trip ran smoothly. Mario gave us lot of useful information - about the places we visited and overall history of the city/country. One of the most enjoyable trips I have had.

Giethoorn, Zaanse Schans Windmills Guided Day Trip from Amsterdam

Emily_T, Jul 2026

This was a really nice...

This was a really nice tour. We had Ibrahim as our tour guide. He was friendly and informative. The tour takes you to Zaanse Schans before the other tour buses come in, so you get a nice unobstructed view of everything before it gets busy. Giethoorn was quaint and peaceful. We went in mid-April, which was just in time for tulip season. I was recommended this tour by a friend, and I would recommend it to others too!

Zaanse Schans and Giethoorn Small-Group Tour with Hotel Pick-Up

Amanda_W, Jul 2026

Eric was an amazing tour...

Eric was an amazing tour guide! He answered all of our questions and was incredibly knowledgeable, smart, hardworking, and fun to be around. His great sense of humor made the experience even more enjoyable. I would gladly take another tour with him and highly recommend him to anyone looking for an informative and memorable experience!

Giethoorn, Afsluitdijk, Zaanse Schans Day Tour Incl Hotel Pick Up

Connie_P, Jul 2026

This was a great tour....

This was a great tour. Our guide, Erik, was very knowledgeable and made the tour come alive. He connected with everyone and made sure we had a wonderful experience. We enjoyed every part of the tour. It was great to have early entry into Zaanse Sans. We were able to enjoy it before busloads of people arrived. I didn't see any other tour that included Afsluitdijk, which was amazing to see and learn about. Giethoorn was beautiful and amazing. We recommend this tour to everyone.

Giethoorn Guided DayTrip from Amsterdam

Shashank_K, Jul 2026

Fairy tale village

Tour starts with Amsterdam central area with wonderful info along the way to village. Our tour guide Ebhrahim was amazing and provided us very entertaining and useful insights during the trip. He made everything look so easy to follow. Boat ride is an activity not to miss. Only if free time could be an hr longer than 2 hrs then more to absorb but you always want more…

The Hague, Delft and Rotterdam Small-Group Tour (Max. 8 People)

James_B, Jul 2026

Netherlands Big 3 outside Amsterdam

If you want a one-day trip to the three major city centers in the Netherlands outside of Amsterdam, this is your trip. If you like Amsterdam, you’ll love Delft; f history, then The Hague, and for architecture, Rotterdam is you place. Leidse was was great tour guide for dirt-time visitors. He provided a great balance of information and humor at a perfect pace.

Zaanse Schans Windmills, Clogs and Dutch Cheese Small-Group Tour from Amsterdam

Nicole_C, Jul 2026

A little bit of history with Windmills, clogs and cheese

Great excursion to get a little bit of history and see classic Dutch windmills, cheese & cheese making and the history and manufacturing of clogs. We were a group with 2 teenagers and a pre-teen and all loved the tour and experience. Claudia was a great guide and better story teller giving us the history with a bit of humour. Definitely recommend if you have limited time in Amsterdam but want to have the quintessential Dutch experience.

Day Trip to Zaandam Lego Village, Zaanse Schans and Giethoorn

Gilbert_Y, Jun 2026

7 star!

First and foremost I want to recognize our outstanding tour guild Kai! The man was polite, funny and informative! Giethoorn was our first stop. It was by far the most beautiful stop on the tour. Started with a relaxing boat ride through the town then some free time to explore the town on our own. Then we made a quick stop for some photos in Lego Village. On to our last stop in Zaandam where we seen some windmills and how cheese and wooden shoes are made. Had some free time to walk around the town on our own. Overall fantastic experience! Highly recommended!

Rotterdam, Delft and The Hague Small Group Tour from Amsterdam

Liliana_S, Jun 2026

Fantastic, in-depth tour!

Andy was an incredible tour guide! Prioritized our fun and safety, and was so knowledgeable about the Netherlands! We toured on a very hot day but the pacing kept us consistently cool (either indoors or in the car). The stops were so interesting and I enjoyed learning so much history! Highly recommend to anyone looking to see parts of the Netherlands outside of Amsterdam!!

Amsterdam: Keukenhof Entry & Shuttle Bus with Flexible Return

lauren_l, Jun 2026

A wonderful day trip from Amsterdam

The tour agency was located conveniently near the train station so it was easy to get to. The round trip bus ride made the keukenhoff an easy day trip from the Amsterdam city center. It was early in the season to see the flowers, but there was still a lot bloomed and we had a wonderful time!