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Amsterdam City Top Highlights Guided Bike Tour

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Immerse yourself in the countryside of the Netherlands and enjoy a quintessentially Dutch experience on the back of a bike on this guided tour from Amsterdam. Escape the bustling city crowds with the help of a local guide to lead you along at a gentle pace. See picturesque villages and windmills, with plenty of time to stop for photos, and take a break at a farm to try freshly-made cheeses.

from $29

Amsterdam Cheese, Windmill & Countryside Bike Tour /E-bike Option

(281)

3 hoursFree Cancellation

from $47

Likely to Sell Out

4.8

(138)

Amsterdam 2-Hour Evening Cruise With Live Guide and Bar

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.

from $51

Amsterdam 90-min Private Canal Cruise with Live Guide and Drinks

(301)

Price varies by group size

from $150

Experience two quintessentially Dutch attractions on this fun combo tour. Start with a scenic cruise along the Warmond canal ways, passing by traditional wooden windmills as you listen to live guide commentary that adds context to what you see. Next, visit the famous Keukenhof Gardens to admire millions of colorful tulips. Unlike guided tours of Keukenhof Gardens, this self-guided visit lets you benefit from round-trip transport from Amsterdam and prebooked tickets while exploring the gardens at your own pace.

From Amsterdam: Keukenhof Gardens & Windmill Cruise Tour

4.4

(153)

4 to 8 hoursFree Cancellation

from $65

Enjoy a hassle-free way to see the springtime blooms of Holland on this tulip-forward day trip from Amsterdam. Start at the Tulip Experience, where you learn the story behind the Dutch symbol. Then, tour Keukenhof Gardens during peak bloom, where you see millions of tulips, narcissi, and hyacinths. You can also upgrade to include an Amsterdam canal cruise ticket, tailoring the tour to suit you.

Keukenhof Gardens & Tulip Experience Tour from Amsterdam

4.5

(287)

6 hours 30 minutesFree Cancellation

from $95

Amsterdam Canal Cruise in Open Boat with Unlimited Drinks Option

(5,104)

You’ve seen the canals—now it’s time to get on the water. During this 1-hour cruise, you pass all of the Dutch capital's waterfront highlights. As you listen to stories from your guide or an audio guide, you float past islands, beautiful bridges, Centraal Station, historic warehouses, churches, and more, leaving with a deeper appreciation of this historic city than you'd get if you tried sightseeing alone.

from $23

Amsterdam UNESCO Circle Line Canal Cruise

Amsterdam: Canal Cruise departure from the Anne Frank House

4.3

(499)

1 hour 15 minutesFree Cancellation

from $16

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.

Escape Amsterdam: E-Bike to Zaanse Schans Windmills & Zaandam

(460)

5 hours 30 minutesFree Cancellation

from $108

Discover Amsterdam’s WWII history and follow in the footsteps of Anne Frank on this small-group walking tour of the Jewish Quarter. See the Jewish Historical Museum, the Portuguese Synagogue, and the Auschwitz Monument. Learn about events such as the February Strike and Winter of Hunger from the perspective of a local, and end the tour outside the Anne Frank House (entrance not included).

Anne Frank's Story - Guided Walking Tour through Amsterdam

4.8

(12,110)

Grab a seat at the coolest bar in Amsterdam with a ticket to the XtraCold Icebar, where everything—even the glasses—is made completely of ice. Relax first in the hip warm lounge, then slip on a provided thermal jacket for an arctic drinking adventure right in the heart of the Dutch capital. Step into the frozen world inspired by the 1596 expedition to the North Pole, featuring detailed ice sculptures and polar bears as you sip on included drinks in the ‘chilled-out’ atmosphere.

from $39

Xtracold Icebar Amsterdam, 3 Drinks Included

3.6

(1,028)

45 minutesFree Cancellation

from $29

Special Offer

4.6

(3,666)

Amsterdam Evening (Sunset) Canal Cruise with Live Guide and Bar

Elevate your Amsterdam canal cruise when you book this experience aboard a fully covered wooden saloon boat. Cruise along the UNESCO-listed canals and see bucket-list sights like the Anne Frank House, the Rijksmuseum, and the picturesque Jordaan district while listening to commentary from your onboard guide—you get the stories behind the sights that you'd easily miss if you explored alone.

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$20

Amsterdam Classic Saloon Boat Cruise with Drinks and Cheese

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Dinner Canal Cruise Amsterdam: 4-Courses Including Drinks

from $20

4.2

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Escape the bustling city and discover the car-free village of Giethoorn on a day trip from Amsterdam. Gain insight into the wetland from your guide as you drive past polders and dams, then board a cruise vessel to admire Giethoorn’s farmhouses, canals, and bridges from a traditional perspective. Enjoy hassle-free transfer to the outlying location with round-trip transport from central Amsterdam.

from $106

Giethoorn Guided DayTrip from Amsterdam

4.7

(516)

7 to 8 hoursFree Cancellation

from $102

4.0

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Heineken Experience Amsterdam Ticket With 2 Drinks

1 hour 30 minutes

from $30

The Keukenhof Tulip Garden and village of Giethoorn are two of the most enchanting destinations in Holland, but seeing both in one day via train or bus is a challenge. With this tour, save hours with transportation directly from Amsterdam. Stop to take in the colorful blooms at one of the largest flower gardens in the world before continuing on to Giethoorn for a boat tour along its historic canals.

Amsterdam: Keukenhof Tulip Gardens and Giethoorn with Boat Tour

4.4

(84)

9 to 10 hoursFree Cancellation

from $178

Cruise Amsterdam like a Local — Small Group 12 pax

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from $59

Amsterdam: Luxury Canal Cruise including Cocktails & Snacks

(6,048)

Amsterdam is famous for its bike culture, but cycling on a manual bike can be tiring. Explore the Dutch capital without exerting too much energy on an e-bike tour. Don't worry about checking the map—you'll follow your guide through winding cobbled streets to an eclectic selection of sights, including the Jordaan area, the Eastern harbour area, and the Scheepvaart Museum with its replica of a Dutch East Indies ship.

from $23

E-Bike Tour, Amsterdam's Highlights and Hidden Gems

4.8

(95)

2 hours 30 minutesFree Cancellation

from $62

Want to see the sights of Amsterdam from a boat, yet avoid the tourist crowds? Step aboard an electric sloop with a small group and enjoy unobstructed views of the city's landmarks. Enjoy Dutch snacks like bitterballen, stroopwafels, and local cheese as well as drinks from the open bar—including beer, wine, mulled wine, hot chocolate, and Dutch jenever—while your captain shares stories about the secrets of the city.

Amsterdam Small-Group Canal Cruise Including Snacks and Drinks

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from $72

Amsterdam TulipFields of Holland Tour

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4 hours 30 minutesFree Cancellation

from $191

Get a front-row peek at top sights in Amsterdam from the comfort of an electric-powered boat during this luxury canal cruise. Settle into a spacious boat with cushioned seats and blankets, heated on chilly days; an open-air boat is used when the weather is pleasant. Listen to stories and commentary from a live guide as you glide past attractions such as Skinny Bridge and the National Opera House.

Amsterdam 90 minutes Canal Cruise with bar and snacks on board.

(1,789)

Amsterdam The Original Pizza Cruise with Unlimited Drinks

from $28

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From Amsterdam: Keukenhof Gardens & Windmill Cruise Tour

from $47

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Stephanie_S, Apr 2026

Most relaxing and colorful day out

The boarding process was busy but very smooth. We appreciated the comfortable bus and the tour information that the driver shared was a bonus. The boat cruise was peaceful and we liked that we could sit outside on top or inside down below. We also liked having our tulip garden tickets ahead of the entry gate and once it was time to leave, the "board any bus" process was nice, allowing us to relax with our schedule for the day.

Keukenhof's Tulips and Windmills Small-Group Tour from Amsterdam

Lisa_P, Apr 2026

Highly Recommend

This was everything we expected and more. Kenny was a wonderful and knowledgeable guide. We got to the gardens early and beat a lot of the crowds which was wonderful. The visit to Zaanse Schan was charming and our guide was full of information about the village and the windmills. It was a great day and worth the time and money.

Amsterdam City Top Highlights Guided Bike Tour

Brent_A, Apr 2026

Great bike tour.

Excellent tour, and staff was super accommodating when I arrived slightly late, and one of them personally guided me through the city to meet up with the group tour. Cookies and restaurant advice was given at the end. Guide was super friendly and knowledgable.

Amsterdam Canal Tour by Open Boat – 90 min Small Group Experience

ErinH, Apr 2026

Fabulous, small open boat tour

Captain Attila was an amazing guide who had such a calm way of speaking and sharing insights on Amsterdam! I highly recommend touring with him. My family and I had a wonderful experience and learned so much about Amsterdam and the boat was warm - heated seats! and beautiful.

Red Light District tour in Amsterdam

Isabella_R, Jan 2026

Informative easy stroll to prepare you for the red light district

We really enjoyed this tour. Our guide used a manageable walking pace and was careful with snow on the ground. The information provided was very helpful in terms of the history of the red light district and how that has changed today. We were also given recommendations for which locations would be best to visit if that’s what we wanted, and what to expect. Our guide was very open to questions as well. Amsterdam is largely flat so it’s an easy walk.

Amsterdam Small Group Bike Tour

Yana_H, Dec 2025

The small group bike tour...

The small group bike tour was excellent. Willhem our tour guide was so knowledgeable and helpful, the staff in the store were great at getting us set up. An amazing way to experience and explore Amsterdam under the experienced guidance. Always felt safe and well looked after. Highly recommend Yellow Bikes Tour.

Amsterdam Cheese, Windmill & Countryside Bike Tour /E-bike Option

kpugh73374, Nov 2025

Excellent Casual Bike Ride

We spent a leisurely 3 hours riding through more rural areas just outside of Amsterdam. The bike ride started in the city but quickly moved out to less busy and crowded areas. We stopped several times for discussion of the are; our guide Skip was very knowledgeable. The stop at the farm was interesting, and the cheese sampling was tasty. From there it was a short ride back to our beginning point, including a ferry ride. This was fun and I would highly recommend it.

Anne Frank's Last Walk & See Anne Frank House in Virtual Reality

Clare_J, Nov 2025

Anne Frank Walking Tour

Very interesting walking tour with lots of stops along the way telling you about Amsterdam and Anne Frank’s life. Our tour guide Michael was great. He read excerpts from Anne’s diary to really help you understand what she experienced during the occupation of the Netherlands. The VR experience was very interesting too, being able to see in the rooms of the house the Frank family hid in during the war.

Anne Frank and the Jewish History of Amsterdam Private Tour

Barbara_D, Oct 2025

A++ Do not miss this tour!!

Kayleigh was an amazing tour guide! She is so knowledgeable about the history of Amsterdam and the Jewish Quarter and able to answer any questions you may have about the city. She is also super cute and personable. This is the second time I’ve taken this tour (first with friends and a year later with my husband) and I still learned new information the second time around. The way the tour is structured leaves you at the Anne Frank to tour on your own. Very sobering but definitely a must see while in Amsterdam. Highly, highly recommend Kayleigh and this tour!

Amsterdam's Countryside Half-Day Bike Tour in Small Group

Anne_S, Oct 2025

Beautiful ride through the scenic countryside

Great ride out to the countryside. The tour starts with a quick bike ride from the bike shop to the ferry and then picks back up across the river. We rode through beautiful scenery and stopped halfway for coffee and dessert. Be sure you are comfortable riding a bike otherwise the portions of riding in the city (albeit short) could feel a bit harrowing. Really glad we did this tour. Even got to stop at a windmill for pictures!

Amsterdam: 60-Minute Guided Private Canal Cruise with Drinks

Stephanie_G, Sep 2025

Beautiful, Private Day on the Water

We had a wonderful skipper, Lucas! The boat cruise was very relaxing with drinks provided. We brought on our own sandwiches and really enjoyed hearing about all the sites of Amsterdam from the water. There were 4 of us with plenty of room around the table. Lucas was on time and very informative.

Keukenhof Gardens & Tulip Experience Tour from Amsterdam

Susan_B, Apr 2025

Very enjoyable trip

This trip is the best way to see the tulips. The Tulip Experience enables you to see and walk in tulip fields and you don't see this if you just visit Keukenhof. Keukenhof was amazing but extremely busy. We were there for about 3 hours which we found long enough. Would definitely recommend this split trip.