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Enjoy a self-guided tour to Van Gogh Museum with personalised digital plan from your hotel to the museum, plus art exhibitions and local gallery recommendations nearby — a complete Amsterdam art experience in one day.

Relax after a busy day of sightseeing on a private evening cruise of Amsterdam’s historic canals. Take in views of the historic waterways at sunset, travelling through areas including the UNESCO-listed Canal District and De Wallen, and benefit from a customizable itinerary according to the group’s interests. Gain insight into the landmarks and routes from you local skipper, and choose a tour time that suits your schedule.

If there's one must-do activity for first-time visitors to Amsterdam, it's a scenic sightseeing cruise along the city's UNESCO World Heritage-listed canal ways. Unlike the popular party boats, this cruise prioritizes a quieter and more comfortable experience. Settle into the cushioned seats, tuck into some traditional Dutch snacks, or purchase a drink from the onboard bar as you glide past Amsterdam's waterfront landmarks.

Cruising down Amsterdam’s iconic canals is one of the most popular activities in the city. Join this exciting small-group cruise guided by local skippers who share the city's most beautiful spots. Sip on an optional drink (alcoholic or soft drink), as you pass highlights like The Dancing Houses and the Skinny Bridge. The skipper provides commentary in English, with digital guides available in multiple languages.

Explore Zaanse Schans and the Dutch countryside this tour from Amsterdam. With an informative guide, admire the lush, canal-crossed Dutch landscape. Take a tour of pretty Zaanse Schans, famous for its wooden windmills and green-painted houses, and visit a cheese farm and clog-making workshop to learn about these traditional crafts. Lastly, visit a working windmill to learn about the role of windmills in the 17th-century Dutch Golden Age.

Float along central Amsterdam’s picturesque, UNESCO-listed canals—and glimpse some of the city’s top attractions—on this immersive boat tour. Choose from a convenient range of start times, meet your vessel in the city center, and grab your audio guide. As you sail through the city (spotting highlights like the Anne Frank House, Houseboat Museum, and more) learn the stories behind the sights.

The best way to explore the UNESCO-listed Amsterdam Canal Ring is indisputably by a small electric boat that can access the narrow historic canals that larger tour boats can't reach. Get a different perspective of the Dutch capital while avoiding the crowds on land during this relaxing cruise through the Red Light District, Anne Frank House, and the Skinny Bridge (depending on the route chosen). When the weather is good, enjoy an open-air boat ride as well as heated seats during the winter or bad weather.

From a luxury, glass-enclosed boat, enjoy the highlights of Amsterdam along its UNESCO-listed canals during this cruise. Hear commentary about sites such as the Anne Frank House, the Golden Bend, the National Maritime Museum, and the Skinny Bridge (Magere Brug). With a variety of departure times available, this water-based jaunt is easy to fit into your day of sightseeing.

Cruising the canals of Amsterdam is a must for first-time visitors to the city. This family-friendly boat trip sees you getting to know your fellow cruisers as you sip drinks and sample snacks. Soak up unparalleled city views from the open boat in summer and a heated, closed boat from October to March as you cruise around the UNESCO-listed canal ring, spotting landmarks including the Rijksmuseum and the Skinny Bridge.

Escape the crowds on land and admire Amsterdam from its UNESCO World Heritage-listed Canal Ring (Grachtengordel) on a 1-5-hour cruise. Rather than following a set itinerary, you’ll have the opportunity to tailor your itinerary according to what interests you most—whether that’s Amsterdam Red Light District, the famous Maage Bruge (Skinny Bridge), or the Jewish Quarter.

While many of Amsterdam’s attractions are world-famous, the charming village of Giethoorn, known for its canals, is lesser-known—and therefore benefits from far fewer crowds. Soak up its fairytale charm on a day trip from Amsterdam that includes hassle-free, round-trip transport. This two-in-one tour features both a guided canal-boat tour as well as a self-led walking tour with a provided audio guide.

The Van Gogh Museum in Amsterdam houses the largest collection of Van Gogh paintings in the world, including famous masterpieces such as “Sunflowers” and “The Potato Eaters.” Tickets must be purchased in advance, so avoid disappointment by pre-booking your preferred timeslot and reserving a multimedia tour available in multiple languages. Upgrade to a guided tour for a deep dive into one of the Netherlands' most enigmatic artists.

Discover two of Amsterdam's key attractions during this half-day private tour to the Rijksmuseum and the Rembrandt House Museum with skip-the-line entrance tickets. Stroll through the massive art gallery and learn about Dutch culture as you peruse 8,000 pieces. Then head to the neighborhood and home of the famous Dutch artist, Rembrandt, to learn more about his influence on the art world and Dutch culture.

The Dutch love their bicycles, and there’s no more authentic and sustainable way to explore the countryside than on two wheels. This small-group tour covers the Waterlands, countryside just outside Amsterdam, and visits one of the Netherlands’ few working windmills as well as scenic villages and dairy landscapes. The flat terrain and electric bicycles make this 10-mile (15-kilometer) adventure accessible for a range of fitness levels.

Get acquainted with the artistic masterworks inside Amsterdam's iconic Rijksmuseum on this small-group or private guided tour. Delve into the history of Holland’s artistic heritage with your expert guide and see collections by world-famous painters like Van Gogh, Vermeer, and Rembrandt during your enriching tour.

Drinking cocktails is easy enough; making a decent one takes someone showing you how. Step behind the bar at the Bols Cocktail Experience for a small-group class, shaking and stirring your own drinks with guidance as you go. The session includes a cocktail to enjoy and a self-guided tour of the Bols Experience, a look at the history of the centuries-old Dutch distillery.

Concentration camps sprung up across Europe in the 1930s, including near Amsterdam. On this small-group tour, you’ll visit the WWII Nazi camp Vught, witnessing the barracks, crematorium, reconstructed watchtowers, and more first-hand. In addition to an audio tour, your guide provides valuable insight into this somber time and place in history, where Nazis tooks 31,000 prisoners—not that long ago.

Explore Amsterdam through its legends, history, and ghost stories on this small-group walking tour through the historic city center. Wander through old streets and dark alleyways as you hear tales of witches, mysterious events, and reported ghostly encounters. Visit places such as the Spooksteeg (“Ghost Alley”) and the Schreierstoren (“Tower of Tears”) and uncover stories that have been passed down in Amsterdam for centuries. This tour goes beyond simply telling legends and ghost stories. We dug into Amsterdam’s archives to uncover the real events behind these centuries-old stories and show you original historical documents along the way. As you explore, search for the seven deadly sins and seven virtues hidden within the stories with our Urban Legend Bingo, enjoy a typical Dutch treat, and take home a small souvenir.

Skip the usual tourist haunts and start your morning on the right foot with a small-group tasting tour that offers an authentic taste of Amsterdam's food scene. Eat your way through the historic Albert Cuyp Market, located in the heart of the De Pijp neighborhood. Visit family-run shops and cafes to sample delicious artisan cheeses and meats, Dutch pancakes, and more. Cap off your morning with a fun workshop where you learn to make classic stroopwafels (caramel-filled waffles).

Hit three Netherlands signature scenic areas in a group of no more than eight travelers on this action-packed day tour, with an itinerary you couldn’t hope to cover on public transport. Tour a cheese factory and a clog factory and watch a diamond-cutting demo in Zaanse Schans, take pictures at the Enclosing Dike (Afsluitdijk), and enjoy a boat cruise and free time in Giethoorn, the Venice of the Netherlands.

On our beautifully crafted boats, we will go through the heart of Amsterdam and explore its night-time beauty. At Voyage Amsterdam we believe Amsterdam is at its most beautiful during the late hours. Cruise through the canal quietly with our electric boats and excellent selection of drinks to fit any late-night moment. A truly special time of the day.

Make traveling beyond Amsterdam city limits simple—and explore like a local—on this small-group tour by electric bike. After meeting your guide and grabbing your gear, hop on a ferry and then cycle into the scenic Dutch countryside. Your destination is Zaanse Schans, known for its historic windmills, and the village of Zaandam, where traditional wooden houses provide the backdrop. Ample time is provided for sightseeing and shopping for souvenirs.

The sand drifts, forests, and grassy plains of the De Hoge Veluwe National Park lie just an hour from Amsterdam. On this tour, escape the city and get back to nature as you take in the park’s natural landscapes. Visit several viewpoints, have chance to hike or bike along the park’s trails, and look out for wildlife such as deer, wild boar, and mouflon. An optional drop-off at the Kröller-Müller Museum or Jachthuis Sint Hubertus Museum is also possible.