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Skip the standard sightseeing tour and discover Groningen through the eyes of a local. With Lokafy, every tour is private, unscripted, and personalized to you. Your Lokafyer is a passionate local who shares stories, hidden gems, and authentic tips you won’t find in a guidebook. They aren’t professional guides with memorized scripts, they're locals who love their city and want you to experience it like a friend would. Whether you’re interested in food, art, history, or simply exploring the neighborhoods beyond the tourist spots, your Lokafyer will adapt the walk to your interests. By the end, you’ll feel at home in the city, with insights to keep exploring on your own.

Capture Amsterdam's most beautiful and Instagrammable sights with a professional photographer on this small-group Amstagram Tour and Moco Experience. Led by an experienced guide, explore the city's most famous wall art, romantic bridges, bustling markets, and historic squares. Afterward, visit the Moco Museum to marvel at the works of some of the world's most renowned street artists, including the iconic Banksy.

Leave the history books behind—and enjoy the attention of a private guide—on this tour around the Van Gogh Museum. Gain a deeper understanding of the artist as you bypass the busy crowds, see his incredible self-portraits up close, and hear stories behind masterpieces including Sunflowers and The Bedroom. With a handy headset, you’ll catch every fascinating detail from your guide no matter how busy the museum gets.

After meeting your guide at the designated location, head for Zaanse Schans, an outdoor museum including wooden homes, shops, and operational windmills from the 18th and 19th centuries. Visit the Clog Museum to observe traditional craftsmanship and wooden shoemakers in action. Learn the craft of making cheese in the Netherlands by visiting a cheese farm in Catharina Hoeve. Then a visit Edam and learn more about its iconic Edam “cheese balls”. After that, we will drive to the charming town of Volendam where you can appreciate and absorbe the culture. Following this visit, you will be going to Marken where you will walk around and get a perspective of the life and history of this town. No doubt that for a short period you will be caught in the time warp. The tour ends at the designated departure location. We will pick up passengers from their hotel in the Amsterdam area. Cruise ports: Amsterdam or Ijmuiden. Minivan is not adequate for wheelchair users.

Upon meeting your driver guide at the designated location, head for Zaanse Schans, an outdoor museum including wooden homes, shops, and operational windmills from the 18th and 19th centuries. Visit the Clog Museum to observe traditional craftsmanship and wooden shoemakers in action. Learn the craft of making cheese in the Netherlands by visiting a cheese farm in Catharina Hoeve. Then a visit to the charming town of Volendam where you can walk and absorb the culture. Lunch can be arranged at a restaurant in Volendam. Please inquire. After Volendam, travel back in time to the 17th century as we walk by charming fishermen houses in Marken, the fishing harbor, and a protestant church. The remaining tour time is allotted for the travel time from pick up until drop off. We will pick up passengers from their hotel in the Amsterdam area. Cruise ports: Amsterdam or Ijmuiden. Minivan is not adequate for wheelchair users.

After meeting your guide at the designated location, head for Zaanse Schans, an outdoor museum including wooden homes, shops, and operational windmills from the 18th and 19th centuries. Visit the Clog Museum to observe traditional craftsmanship and wooden shoemakers in action. Learn the craft of making cheese in the Netherlands by visiting a cheese farm in Catharina Hoeve. Then a visit Edam and learn more about its iconic Edam “cheese balls”. The we’ll drive to the charming town of Volendam where you can walk and absorb the culture. Lunch can be arranged at a restaurant in Volendam. Please inquire. After that you’ll visit a cheese factory called Irene Hoeve Cheese Factory where you can sample traditional Dutch cheeses. Following this visiting, you’ll be going to Marken where you will walk around and visit a museum that illustrates the life and history of this town. The tour ends at the designated departure location.

Upon meeting your driver guide at the designated location, head for Zaanse Schans, an outdoor museum including wooden homes, shops, and operational windmills from the 18th and 19th centuries. Visit the Clog Museum to observe traditional craftsmanship and wooden shoemakers in action. Learn the craft of making cheese in the Netherlands at the cheese factory. The remaining tour time is allotted for the travel time from pick up until drop off.

Take a guided bike excursion from Amsterdam to see the Dutch countryside. Touring 7-gear suspension bike is included in this tour. Explore a variety of UNESCO-listed canals, farmlands, antique windmills, and traditional Dutch landscapes. Make a detour to taste some Dutch cheese. Cycle through the serene calm that permeates the quaint medieval village of Broek in Waterland. Explore the picturesque town of Monnickendam, a gem of Dutch national heritage. Visit the Irene Hoeve to learn more about the traditional way to make clogs and taste some of the best Dutch Cheese. Feel like you have stepped into a Dutch painting. Zunderdorp is a village of about 400 inhabitants, located near Amsterdam and has a strong community as well as a rich history. See the famous Ransdorpertower and the city hall of this medieval town just outside of Amsterdam.

WHAT TO EXPECT Upon meeting your guide at the designated location, head for Keukenhof Gardens. Take in the breathtaking scenery as you go through the bulb flower region surrounding Lisse in the Dutch countryside. When you arrive at Keukenhof Gardens, take a self-guided walk to see themed gardens and flower sculptures while you stroll among acres of vivid tulips, daffodils, and hyacinths. Next, visit Zaanse Schans, an outdoor museum including wooden homes, shops, and operational windmills from the 18th and 19th centuries. Visit the Clog Museum to observe traditional craftsmanship and wooden shoemakers in action. Learn the craft of making cheese in the Netherlands and sample some cheeses by visiting a cheese farm called Catharina Hoeve. Volendam is a charming village to the northeast of Amsterdam. It is one of the most picturesque places in Holland. It’s known for its colorful wooden houses and the old fishing boats in its harbor, which is lined with seafood vendors. Travel time.

Upon meeting your driver or driver guide at the designated location, head for Keukenhof Gardens. Take in the breathtaking scenery as you go through the bulb flower region surrounding Lisse in the Dutch countryside. When you arrive at Keukenhof Gardens, take a guided walk to see themed gardens and flower sculptures while you stroll among acres of vivid tulips, daffodils, and hyacinths. Next, visit Zaanse Schans, an outdoor museum including wooden homes, shops, and operational windmills from the 18th and 19th centuries. Visit the Clog Museum to observe traditional craftsmanship and wooden shoemakers in action. Learn the craft of making cheese in the Netherlands by visiting a cheese farm in Catharina Hoeve. After that you’ll visit the charming and historical towns of Volendam and Marken. Step back in time during this visit. Time just stood still. Travel time.

WHAT TO EXPECT Upon meeting your guide at the designated location, head for Keukenhof Gardens. Take in the breathtaking scenery as you go through the bulb flower region surrounding Lisse in the Dutch countryside. When you arrive at Keukenhof Gardens, take a guided walk to see themed gardens and flower sculptures while you stroll among acres of vivid tulips, daffodils, and hyacinths. Next, you’ll travel to the canal medieval town of Delft, which is known for its iconic Delftware. Learn about the Dutch handcraft tradition by visiting a pottery that has been passed on from generation to generation. After that, your guide will take you to the bustling market square of Delft, where you will walk along historic canals, cobblestone streets, and medieval architecture such as the Old Church, City Hall, and the New Church. Approximately 18:00 you’ll return to Amsterdam full of amazing memories. Travel time.

The beautiful medieval city of Delft has a charm of its own, much due to its numerous historical buildings and being ringed with canals that are crisscrossed with bridges. Come with us to discover more about the pottery that characterize this city, the former political importance of Delft and to find out where the famous Dutch painter Johannes Vermeer is buried. Join us in a walk around the town, for an experience you will never forget.

Welcome to the largest portuary city of the Netherlands. This city was fully rebuilt after the Second World War and features modern architecture, skyscrapers and the world famous Cubic Houses. Let us take you through the Stadsdriehoek, the historic City Triangle of Rotterdam, that has its roots deep in medieval times. Follow the footsteps of our guide to get to know the immense variety of Rotterdam, learning about its past, present and future! You will learn about: 12th century origin Count Willem IV of Holland The triangle of Rotterdam 14th century expansion of the harbour 16th century expansion Dutch East India Company Expansion of the 19th century shipping industry World War I neutrality and espionage Rotterdam Blitz Bombing and destruction by the Luftwaffe Rebuilding and modernity

Whatever your interests are, use a walking tour to get you better acquainted with the layout and neighborhoods of Amsterdam. Wander through the old town, visit hip Jordaan, and walk through the Red Light District, and learn about the history of all these places and more besides. Take photos of the picturesque bridges and canals, and find out where the best places to eat and drink are.

Walk in the footsteps of Dutch football superstar Johan Cruyff on this private tour in Amsterdam. Learn about his early life, training, and coaching career. Visit the Johan Cruijff Arena stadium (entrance at own expense) to see the pitch, locker room, and museum with guided commentary. Enjoy private transportation and convenient hotel pickup for a seamless experience.

Go off the beaten path and see Holland’s windmills from a perspective most tourists won’t—from the water on your own boat. Pass by picturesque hamlets and bridges, and enjoy a complimentary picnic meal with beer, wine, cheese, olives, and more. Take it all in in the privacy of your own party, with a captain who’s just there for you.

Swap the tourist traps of Amsterdam for an off-the-beaten-path experience of the Netherlands’ springtime tulips on this private tour. You’ll shun typical transportation and explore the countryside in a vintage Jaguar S-Type car, visiting tulip fields without the crowds you’d find at better-known flower hot spots. You can tailor your tour to include a visit to Keukonhof Gardens, though tickets aren’t included.

Your car is a luxury Jaguar S Type. This is a private tour ! First part of the tour is going to world's biggest spring garden. Don't you know, flowers are a girl's best friend ? This tour is unique! No one else is offering this ! You're only gonna see locals on the countryside. Pls check all my 5* off the beaten paths reviews here on Tripadvisor! Schedule : First we drive to the Keukenhof flower exposure where you can walk around yourself for about 2 hours (more than enough), and after that I bring you into the flowerfields outside of the parc where the growers allow me to come into their fields (this is not allowed in Keukenhof), where I make a nice photoshoot from you. After the flowers we'll go to the Dutch Countryside on the outskirts of Amsterdam. In one word : AMAZING ! Pls note that the tickets for Keukenhof are not in the tourprice ! You can easliy buy the Keukenhof tickets at the entrance of the parc, or online upfront.

Explore the captivating overlap of new styles and old masters in The Hague, the seat of government of the present-day Netherlands and the Count of Holland of the medieval kingdom, including edge-cutting infrastructure, vital energy, and a wealth of landmarks of great political and historical importance, such as the atmospheric Main Square where locals and government officials hang out after work, the enchanting 13th-century Binnenhof castle perching on the picturesque Hofvijver Lake, Noordeinde Palace - the official workplace of Dutch royal family, the Prison Gate revealing dramatic historical stories, and last but not least the 19th-century Passage - Holland’s oldest and only remaining glass-domed shopping streets.

Discover the enchanting Old Town of Amersfoort where fascinating stories wait to be told around every street corner and the lengthy history is visible in charming streets and historical monuments, including the Gothic Koppelpoort Gate which has guarded the northwest side of the Old Town since the 15th-century, the medieval Tower of Our Lady - the third highest church tower in the Netherlands, the fairy-tale looking 15th-century Monnikendam Gate located in a peaceful natural setting, the Muurhuizen street consisting of back-to-back antique “wall houses” built on the foundations of the medieval city walls, the 13th-century Kamperbinnenpoort Gate, and the atmospheric Hof Square hosting a wide range of traditional activities.

Explore the charm and beauty of the Netherlands on this immersive 4-day tour. Starting in Amsterdam, glide through the canals of Giethoorn, known as the "Venice of the North," before discovering the stunning De Hoge Veluwe National Park and its Van Gogh masterpieces. Visit historic cities like Arnhem and Maastricht, and delve into the artistic heritage of Nuenen, where Van Gogh created many of his works. Conclude your journey in Eindhoven, a hub of innovation and design, with visits to the Philips Museum and more. - 4-day guided tour across key Dutch destinations - Optional Boat cruise in Giethoorn and Van Gogh museums - Visit unique attractions like Het Loo Palace and the Apenheul Primate Park - Comfortable transport with a knowledgeable driver-guide throughout

On this private full-day tour, we combine beautiful landscapes and the historic villages of Giethoorn and Zaanse Schans, see windmills, explore traditional crafts, and taste local delicacies like cheese and cookies. Our experienced guides Eva and Sarah are skilled drivers and great hosts! As we leave Amsterdam early we will be the first visitors in Giethoorn, avoiding the crowds and enjoying private time on the water in a boat or walking along the canal and the bridges, providing for amazing photo opportunities! We have time to shop or for a coffee in an authentic Dutch cafe. In the afternoon we head to the Zaanse Schans: the top Dutch heritage attraction close to Amsterdam! Enjoy the windmills, water and Dutch folklore! Taste cheese and try on some real wooden shoes! Entrance to two mills is included at this top Dutch destination.

On this private tour, we combine beautiful landscapes and the historic sites of Kinderdijk and Delft. Our experienced guides Eva and Sarah are skilled drivers and great hosts! First we visit UNESCO world heritage site Kinderdijk, with its 19 windmills keeping the land dry for centuries! A boat tour and visit to the mills and pumping station is included. We continue to the picturesque city of Delft, home to the famous Royal Delft Blue china factory! We first visit the town with its canals and gables and there will be time to visit the "new" and the "old" churches, with the graves of William of Orange and many other royalties. Or the Vermeer Center, dedicated to the life and work of the famous painter Johannes Vermeer. Around the market square and famous town hall there will be time for lunch. Before we head back to Amsterdam we visit the Royal Delft china factory and flagship store, with plenty of time to buy beautiful souvenirs!

Amsterdam's Past, Present and Future - Explained through wonderful storytelling Join us on this fresh, complete and immersive introduction to Amsterdam. Discover how a small fishing village transformed into the richest city in the world and how one of the most liberal cities on our planet defines freedom. Find out how 180 nationalities unite in diversity and what it truly means to live here. You'll learn all that through amazing and relatable storytelling and you'll learn all you need to know about all the topics Amsterdam is famous for. So get ready to dive into the Amsterdam DNA! Along the way, you'll see the sights and visit the places that matter - the birthplace of Amsterdam Dam Square, UNESCO heritage Canal Belt, one of our best coffeeshops, the world famous Red Light District and the iconic Jordaan neighbourhood. After this tour, you'll walk away feeling like an insider, ready to make your experience in Amsterdam one you'll never forget.