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Amsterdam Private Boat Tour with Unlimited Drinks

4.5

(91)

1 hour 30 minutesFree Cancellation

from $233

It can be hard to tick off all of Amsterdam’s highlights when exploring by foot. Open up the city with bike rental, and travel easily between locations while still enjoying an intimate look at landmarks such as the Old Church, Rijksmuseum, or Vondelpark. Choose a rental period that suits your schedule, and receive insider tips from the local provider, before benefiting from the freedom to explore at your own pace.

1 to 14 daysFree Cancellation

(559)

Bike Rental in Amsterdam

from $13

4.3

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Amsterdam The Original Pizza Cruise with Unlimited Drinks

1 hour 30 minutesFree Cancellation

from $47

Experience the beautiful blooms of Keukenhof Gardens with a skip-the-line admission ticket and transfer package from Amsterdam. Different options let you tailor this tour to your budget and schedule—add an audio guide to narrate your journey through the Dutch countryside, choose a money-saving afternoon departure, or include a canal cruise ticket to use at your leisure. Whichever you choose, you’ll sail past the lines and admire more than 7 million flowers at your own pace.

From Amsterdam: Keukenhof Gardens Ticket and Transfer

4.3

(2,830)

from $36

Amsterdam Highlights Walking Tour: Small Group Experience

(1,136)

2 hours 30 minutesFree Cancellation

from $36

The flower fields of Amsterdam are scattered across a large area. Enjoy views and vistas you won’t see from a big bus when you book this private tour, with a maneuverable van that can access roads and routes the coaches can’t. Also visit Keukenhof Gardens for the mother of all tulip displays, Zaanse Schans for windmills, and a cheese farm. Keukenhof Gardens tickets are at your own expense.

Amsterdam Private Tour to Keukenhof, Tulip Fields and Windmills

5.0

(36)

8 hoursFree Cancellation

from $389

Learn more about Anne Frank & the Jewish History of Amsterdam in this Private Walking Tour Travel back in time to the 16th century when Amsterdam became a safe place for Jewish families fleeing Southern & Eastern Europe. Wander through the Jewish quarter with our guide and see the famous landmarks. Discover the awful stories of families who were hiding from the Germans in WWII and feel the tension of living in Amsterdam during wartime. Hear how hundreds of Jewish children were saved from deportation and explore the beautiful Jewish district. Learn about Anne Frank and see the Westerkerk and Anne Frank House from the outside. At the end of the tour, you have the opportunity to visit the house. unguided. We will advise how to get tickets for the house, subject to ticket availability. If booking less than 10 days before your tour, you will receive the Virtual Reality experience instead. No additional purchases required

Anne Frank and the Jewish History of Amsterdam Private Tour

(319)

3 hours

from $94

Get an intimate glimpse of the Netherlands' cycle-loving capital on this short bike tour. Stay clear of the crowds as you cruise through areas such as Jordaan and Vondelpark, and benefit from your small-group guide's personalized attention and insights as you pass by landmarks including the Anne Frank House and Rijksmuseum. Cycle hire comes covered in the price and you can upgrade to include a 1-hour canal cruise.

Amsterdam Small-Group Bike Tour With Optional Canal Cruise

4.6

(210)

2 hours 30 minutesFree Cancellation

from $28

Discover the beautiful city of Amsterdam, known as the ‘Venice of the North,’ from the water on this sightseeing cruise. Choose your preferred departure time from your chosen departure point and set off on the UNESCO-listed waterways aboard a glass-topped canal boat. Glide under pretty bridges, past 17th-century buildings and landmarks like the Anne Frank House, and learn about the city’s history from the audio guide.

Amsterdam City Center Canal Cruise with Audio Guide

3.6

(850)

1 hourFree Cancellation

from $19

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.

Giethoorn Guided DayTrip from Amsterdam

(527)

7 to 8 hoursFree Cancellation

from $102

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Don’t waste time trying to hit the Dutch food hotspots alone, only to end up in tourist traps. Instead, join this boutique and specialized food tour through Amsterdam, during which you stop at several distinct locations. Stroll through the quaint Jordaan area and along the city's famous canals to enjoy iconic dishes like homemade Dutch apple pie in a traditional "brown" pub, exclusive cheeses in a private tasting room, and a mini ‘Rijsttafel’ from the former Dutch colony of Indonesia.

Boutique Dutch Food Tour - Smallest Group Tour of Amsterdam

(482)

4 hoursFree Cancellation

from $156

Explore the famous canals of Amsterdam aboard this classic canal cruise aboard a luxury boat. Choose from three convenient departure points and if you want to imbibe on unlimited drinks while you cruise. Board an electric boat and see the sights of the city in an eco-friendly way, passing along the smaller canals that the large boats can’t access. A local skipper navigates while an onboard host provides commentary about the sights.

Amsterdam: Saloon Boat Cruise + Unlimited Drinks & Bite option

(3,645)

1 hourFree Cancellation

from $22

4.0

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Amsterdam City Centre Cruise with Free Hidden Gems map

1 hourFree Cancellation

from $19

Discover the delights of Amsterdam without worrying about navigating on a private, customizable half-day walking tour of the capital's highlights. With your personal guide, stroll through top locations like Dam Square and Leiden Square at your own pace, rather than rushing in a large group. Pass by landmarks such as the Rijksmuseum and Anne Frank House, and take a walk through the country's largest street market, Albert Cuyp. Conclude your tour with a scenic canal cruise for a fresh perspective.

Private Tour: Amsterdam City Walking Tour and Canal Cruise

4.7

(143)

3 hoursFree Cancellation

from $197

Take a day trip out of the city to see Dutch windmills in the countryside around Amsterdam. On this tour you’ll see the canals and greenery of rural life in the Netherlands, and learn about the rich history of the area from your guide. Traveling by vehicle ensures you skip the stress of public transportation, while visiting the traditional villages of Zaanse Schans and Volendam offer an alternative perspective of Dutch culture.

Grass blows in the breeze beside the windmill-lined water in Zaanse Schans, the Netherlands.

From Amsterdam: Zaanse Schans, Volendam & Marken Tour

4.2

(4,599)

Nibble your way through Amsterdam's best bites on a private and personalized food tour led by a local foodie guide. Learn about the international flavors that have influenced Dutch cuisine while savoring handpicked snacks such as the best fish in town, a sweet *stroopwafel* and *bitterballen* (Dutch meatballs). This culinary tour in Amsterdam is a cultural journey that takes you further than the food you’ll eat. Plus, you can choose between six or 10 tastings depending on your appetite.

from $47

Amsterdam Private Food Tour with Local Including 6 or 10 Tastings

4.6

(184)

3 hoursFree Cancellation

from $147

Private City Kickstart Tour: Amsterdam

(165)

1 hour 30 minutesFree Cancellation

from $97

Zaanse Schans Windmills and Volendam Small-Group Tour from Amsterdam

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Go beyond the capital on a windmill cycling tour that showcases the landscapes surrounding Amsterdam on an e-bike, which requires less effort than manual cycles. Covering far more ground than you would on foot, you’ll pedal through Twiske Nature Reserve and listen to stories of local heritage from your guide. Explore windmills, a cheese farm, clog workshops, and museums that showcase traditional Dutch crafts in Zaanse Schans and capture photos of fairy tale architecture in Zaandam.

from $114

Amsterdam E Bike Tour to the Windmills of Zaanse Schans

5.0

(80)

Keukenhof Skip-the-line Tickets: Countryside & Farm Private Tour

from $106

Special Offer

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8 hoursFree Cancellation

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$546

Glide through the canals of Amsterdam on a dinner cruise that features great views of the illuminated city. Learn about Amsterdam’s history and culture from your onboard guide as you dine on a original New York pizza accompanied by beverages such as beer, wine, soft drinks, and water. Top off your meal with a delicious Cookie Dough Chocolate Chip ice cream as your boat winds through the picturesque waterways of the Dutch capital.

Amsterdam Guided Cruise with New York Pizza, Drinks and Ice Cream

3.7

(222)

1 hour 15 minutesFree Cancellation

from $42

Private Zaanse Schans & Volendam Tour: Windmills, Cheese & Clogs

(54)

5 hoursFree Cancellation

from $339

Immerse yourself in some of the most pivotal moments of the Netherlands’ World War II history—and visit the site of the Battle of Arnhem—on this full-day, private tour. In the morning, meet your guide in Amsterdam’s Central Station, hop aboard your private van, and head into the countryside. Upon arrival at Arnhem, you’ll see landmarks like the John Frost Bridge, will visit the Airborne Museum at Hartenstein, and will learn more from your guide’s commentary.

The Battle of Arnhem (from Amsterdam)

(15)

8 hoursFree Cancellation

from $413

The Keukenhof Gardens are only open for a few weeks a year, making them surprisingly difficult to reach on public transportation. Fill up your camera roll without busting your budget when you book this convenient combo package, with skip-the-line tickets plus a round-trip transfer by comfortable bus with restrooms and Wi-Fi. After you return to Amsterdam, enjoy a canal cruise at a time and date of your choosing.

Amsterdam: Keukenhof Entry plus Shuttle Bus & 75 min Canal Cruise

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(18)

3 to 8 hoursFree Cancellation

from $65

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From Amsterdam: Keukenhof Gardens & Windmill Cruise Tour

Lori_J, Apr 2026

Beautiful Tulips!

This was a great way to see the tulips. The windmill cruise was interesting and our captain was funny; but the tulips were the real star of our day. You could probably just do the bust to/from Kuekenhof without the windmill cruise and be fine, but I enjoyed the overall experience.

Keukenhof Gardens & Tulip Experience Tour from Amsterdam

waleska_w, Apr 2026

The experience at the...

The experience at the farm/museum was informative and the garden was magnificent! My only concern was that the meeting point was unclear and though we found it a few minutes earlier than the assigned time, the group had already started walking towards the bus which was further away. Other people were late to the bus because they also had trouble finding the meeting point.

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

Matt_C, Apr 2026

Sander was an amazing...

Sander was an amazing guide for our countryside tour. It was very scenic and the stop at the Hotel-Café De Zwaan in Ransdorp was a great break with tasty drinks and pie. I would highly recommend this tour to anyone looking to get outside of the busy city for half a day.

Anne Frank and the Jewish History of Amsterdam Private Tour

Sonia_N, Apr 2026

Very informative!

We learned a lot about the history of Amsterdam during World War Two and how it impacted the Jewish community. We visited landmarks listed and finished the tour with an unforgettable visit to the Anne Frank House. Our tour guide, Guido, was wonderful! We learned so much from him.

Morning Canal Cruise Amsterdam in Small-Group

Kimo_T, Apr 2026

Cruising in style

The Salon style boat was the perfect choice for the chill of the morning. Its transparent roof allowed us to better view the homes along the canals. Its electric motor was quiet and fume free. The Guide/pilot was competent and very knowledgeable of the local history of Amsterdam. I would thoroughly recommend Captain Dave's Boat Tour to everyone.

Bruges Day Trip from Amsterdam

Lorraine_D, Apr 2026

A Belgian Gem

The Day Trip to Bruges was very good. While the bus ride might seem longer than a usual day excursion, what waits at the end is worth the ride. Our Bus guide, “Claudia” was fun, knowledgeable and kept information free flowing. Our, on the ground guide, “Alistair”, was equally as engaging as Claudia. Alistair added a bit of the flair which was entertaining. After about 30 minutes, we left the tour and went out in search of the Church of Our Lady and Michelangelo’s Madonna (Michelangelo’s only sculpture to leave Italy in his lifetime). The bus ride was worth seeing the sculpture and spending time sitting in its presence. After the church, we stopped for lunch and a big bowl of mussels and a pint of Belgian beer…yum And, of course there’s the Belgian chocolate. We went past the the Church of Our Lady, to a shop off the beaten path…be brave, go out and explore.

Amsterdam City Top Highlights Guided Bike Tour

Megan_C, Apr 2026

A good way to see Amsterdam

A great way to see Amsterdam! Our tour guide was fabulous and shared lots of history and facts. Only downside was that at times riding through the traffic was stressful. You were disconnected from the group at times as you had to wait back if you didn't make the lights at intersections, then catch up and rejoin the group.

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

Yolanda_V, Apr 2026

Great countryside tour

My family and I enjoyed our bike tour today with Skip. We biked thru Amsterdam and into the countryside. The farm we visited has so many baby cows and sheep we were able to pet. We received drinks and were able to sample two types of cheeses the farm produces. On our scenic ride back we hoped on the cross river ferry before returning back to the office. I highly recommend this tour on a visit to Amsterdam.

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: Luxury Canal Cruise including Cocktails & Snacks

Louise_S, Aug 2025

Great value for money

We love this canal cruise. We learnt lots about the city from the informative and friendly guides. We opted for the unlimited drinks option which was great value for money. Our glasses were topped up for the full our without having to ask. Lovely relaxing way to explore beautiful Amsterdam.