Top Amsterdam Unique Experiences

Zaanse Schans Windmills, Cheese and Volendam Tour from Amsterdam

4.4

(615)

Free Cancellation
5 hours

from $50

See a side of the Netherlands that many visitors miss on an e-bike tour that promises an authentic Dutch experience. Swap the busy streets of Amsterdam for open fields, canals, windmills, and picture-perfect medieval villages as you follow a comfortable 25-mile (40-kilometer) route that's made easier with an electric bike. Upgrade to visit a family-run cheese and clog farm and see locals making Gouda cheese and wooden clogs by hand.

Countryside Bike Tour from Amsterdam: Cheese, Clogs & a Windmill

(1,499)

Free Cancellation
4 hours

from $58

4.2

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Dinner Canal Cruise Amsterdam: 4-Courses Including Drinks

Free Cancellation
2 hours

from $104

Heighten your senses and pleasure your palate during a 4-course dining in the dark experience in Amsterdam. Rather than eating in a standard restaurant, enhance your sensory experience of food and drink while allowing blind waiting staff to deliver delicious dishes to your table in the pitch-black darkness. Select your meal from an illuminated selection outside and then plunge back into the darkness to enjoy this unique meal.

Romantic Dinner in the Dark Amsterdam

4.6

(45)

Free Cancellation
2 hours

from $51

Combine two of Amsterdam’s top-selling experiences and save money with a Super Saver Heineken Experience and canal cruise package—a convenient and budget-friendly choice that’s ideal for first-time visitors. Guarantee your entry to the often sold-out Heineken Experience by booking in advance and get unobstructed views of Amsterdam’s UNESCO-listed waterways, without the crowds on land, during a canal cruise—a quintessential Amsterdam experience.

Combo Ticket: Heineken Experience Amsterdam and 1h Canal Cruise

3.5

(225)

3 hours

from $45

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

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(836)

Free Cancellation
1 hour

from

$16

$18

Get to know Amsterdam like a local on a private, fully personalized experience. Starting from your chosen meeting point, explore the city in a way that reflects your interests—whether that's wandering the charming Nine Streets, uncovering hidden courtyards, sampling Dutch delicacies at a street market, or soaking in canal-side views. With a local host by your side, you’ll skip the tourist trail and dive into the heart of authentic Amsterdam.

Amsterdam City Highlights and Hidden Gems - Private & Custom Tour

(231)

Free Cancellation
2 to 6 hours

from $89

The best way to explore the UNESCO-listed Amsterdam Canal Ring is indisputably by boat. Get a different perspective of the Dutch capital while avoiding the crowds on land during this relaxing canal cruise that includes unlimited Heineken beer, wine, and soft drinks for a budget-friendly price. When the weather is good, enjoy an open-air boat ride as well as heated seats during the winter.

Likely to Sell Out

Amsterdam Canal Cruise With Live Guide and Unlimited Drinks

(2,623)

Free Cancellation
1 hour

from $26

Understanding Amsterdam’s Red Light District (De Wallen) can be difficult without local context, but this private walking tour offers a clear, informed introduction with a guide leading the way. Travel along Zeedijk Street and through Chinatown, all while learning about how the area has evolved. As you walk past red-lit windows and adult entertainment venues, your guide separates fact from fiction and explains the social history of the district, including how prostitution was legalized in the Netherlands in 2000, and the culture surrounding coffee shops (licensed venues where cannabis is legally sold and consumed).

Private Amsterdam Red Light District and Coffee Shop Tour

(777)

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2 hours

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$36

$40

Experience the best of typical Dutch culture on a half-day tour to Zaanse Schans from Amsterdam. Observe traditional cheese-making and taste some real Dutch cheese; marvel at the exterior of a working windmill; try on some authentic wooden clogs for size; and admire the quaint and colorful architecture of Zaanse Schans village before returning to Amsterdam by comfortable coach. If option selected, the tour includes an Amsterdam canal cruise ticket.

From Amsterdam: Guided Zaanse Schans, Windmills and Cheese Tour

4.1

(662)

Free Cancellation
3 hours 30 minutes

from $44

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.

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

4.7

(2,421)

Free Cancellation
3 hours 30 minutes

from $50

4.2

(631)

Amsterdam: Keukenhof, Zaanse Schans & Volendam Tour

Free Cancellation
10 hours 30 minutes

from $81

Immerse yourself in Dutch culture, history, and cuisine on a private 6- to 7-hour countryside tour. Comfortable and swift transportation takes you from the tourist crowds of Amsterdam and into the heart of Holland. Enjoy engaging commentary from your guide as you taste local cheese, stroll past windmills, and try on wooden shoes. Tour highlights include Zaanse Schans, the fishing village of Marken, Volendam, Church Broek, and more.

Amsterdam private tour to windmills, cheese farm and villages

5.0

(266)

Free Cancellation
7 hours

from $352

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

(4,582)

Free Cancellation
5 hours 30 minutes

Private Boat Tour Amsterdam - 90 Min incl. welcome drink on historic saloon boat

Free Cancellation
1 hour 30 minutes

from $258

Home to some of the world’s most iconic Van Gogh paintings, Amsterdam’s Van Gogh museum attracts lines that often exceed two hours. Beat the crowds with this timed admission ticket that also includes an Amsterdam canal cruise, which you can take at a time that works for you. This self-guided experience is an ideal choice for first-time visitors with limited time in the Dutch capital, as it lets you explore at a pace that suits you rather than following a fixed tour itinerary.

Combo Ticket: Van Gogh Museum Ticket and 1-Hour Canal Cruise

3.8

(677)

3 hours

from $44

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

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(45)

Free Cancellation
8 hours

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$509

$536

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

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(220)

Free Cancellation
1 hour 15 minutes

from $44

Amsterdam Private walking tour with a local

Free Cancellation
2 to 6 hours

from $65

Keukenhof, Zaanse Schans Windmills Private Tour with Lunch

4.7

(50)

Free Cancellation
8 hours

from $352

The combination of foot, bike, car, and bus traffic on the cobblestone streets of Amsterdam can be overwhelming, so experience Amsterdam in peace from the water. Sit back and relax while you experience the city’s waterways from a unique vantage point and with a drink in hand. On this open-air canal cruise (weather-dependent), pass by sights including the Anne Frank House, Skinny Bridge and more, while your skipper will give you information about Amsterdam and provide some local tips.

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Amsterdam Open Boat Cruise with Live Guide and Two Drinks

(544)

Free Cancellation
1 hour

from $32

Enjoy the peaceful sight of flowing water and windmills catching the breeze – a true Dutch countryside experience!

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(226)

Zaanse Schans and Volendam Private Tour – Clogs, Cheese and More

Free Cancellation
4 to 5 hours

from $309

Become a Dutch Art Piece Photo Shoot in Amsterdam - Single Portrait

5.0

(65)

Free Cancellation
10 to 20 minutes

from $23

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(125)

Private Amsterdam Red Light District and Food Tour (TOP RATED)

Free Cancellation
2 hours

from $120

Amsterdam Open Boat Cruise with Live Guide and Two Drinks

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What are people saying about Amsterdam

Estefany_V, Mar 2026

Best Experience 👍

Best thing we did for sure! It was sooo much fun And the tour guides were the best! She goes by little goose and maverick also known as Jueren ;)! They weee very informative, kind, and so much fun! Highly recommend to book this tour! Best experience ever no doubt!!

Zaanse Schans and Volendam Private Tour – Clogs, Cheese and More

Andy_A, Dec 2025

Such a great tour with...

Such a great tour with Younes! We enjoyed the flexibility of this private tour to customize the day to spend as little or as much time at each of the stops as our group was interested in. The ride was comfortable and informative. We were able to have the day scheduled to minimize the crowds at each of our stops. Would highly recommend booking this tour to experience this quintessential experience!

Private Amsterdam Red Light District and Food Tour (TOP RATED)

Kim_S, Nov 2025

Aarre was SUPER and the tour was great!

We booked multiple tours while visiting Amsterdam and this tour was our favorite. Aarre was entertaining and knew all the great food spots. He took us off the beaten path and we got to try some unexpected treats. We thoroughly enjoyed touring with him and highly recommend this tour!

Amsterdam City Highlights and Hidden Gems - Private & Custom Tour

Terry_T, Oct 2025

Great tour for a short period of time!

Alan was a terrific Tour Guide! He took us to Markets, historical sites off the beaten path and away from the crowds. We went by Anne Frank house, Rembrandt house, red light district and walked around the canals, bought Dansk souveniers and found local art in the Market. Saw beautiful flowers and plantings along the canals. We stopped for coffee but still managed to see many of our requested interest points. We would definitely request Alan to guide us should we ever be fortunate to spend more time in Amsterdam Netherlands!

Zaanse Schans Windmills, Cheese and Volendam Tour from Amsterdam

Justin_W, Oct 2025

A lovely experience of Holland outside of the usual Amsterdam

Rick was one of the best tour guides I've experienced in a long while. He was informative, and knowledgeable, as well as giving the group an insight into the Dutch life and its peoples. While a long experience, we saw a lot, from cheese making and tasting, to clog making, a seaside village and all those windmills. Our group thoroughly enjoyed the day, and would highly recommended it.

Amsterdam private tour to windmills, cheese farm and villages

YooJin_A, Oct 2025

Private, good guide, away from the crowd

This was such a great way to see the historic windmills, the countryside, small towns and visit a cheese factory and clog making demonstration in a private schedule. Totally stress free and our guide Teun was friendly, knowledgeable, good driver and flexible with our time as we were running a bit late. Such a great way to experience some of the most touristic sights without being coralled in a big bus. Very satisfied and would highly recommend this for anyone looking for a private experience.

Private Zaanse Schans Windmills and Volendam Tour from Amsterdam

Gregory_J, Jul 2025

We had a great day and...

We had a great day and our driver Hamza was the perfect guide. The company even accompanied a change of our plans to extend our time and have Hamza returned us to our port in Ijmuiden instead of Amsterdam for a reasonable fee. We loved seeing the windmills and the cheese farm. This was a highlight of our trip.

Keukenhof, Zaanse Schans Windmills Private Tour with Lunch

Sheryll_Q, May 2025

Keukenhof with a twist.

Rae(sp?) was a great driver. We started at Zanse Schaans and she gave a wonderful informative tour. We then started heading out to Keukenhof Gardens. Unfortunately we had two flat tires on a rather busy highway. She made arrangements to get us moved to a safer location and was continually in contact with people trying to get us new transportation. After we got on our way again she really wanted us to take advantage of the lunch included in our tour. However, we decided to go straight to the gardens. She was right there at pickup time and safely returned us to our hotel. She was really exhibited grace under pressure and went above and beyond to make sure we had nothing but a positive experience. We also met a lovely Dutch lady who was kind enough to invite us into her home to use her facilities.