Top Netherlands Bus Tours - page 21

Simon was our driver/tour guide and he was great. He adjusted the schedule so that we were able to enjoy our tour and avoid the crowds at Geithoorn. Zane’s Schans was done in the afternoon. I don’t think it would have made any difference when we were there. It’s just a huge tourist destination especially on the holiday. Simon also was able to find us some tulip fields to photograph as well as stop at the Lego village for pictures. Simon is a very knowledgeable guide as well as his English is perfect.

Anne was a wonderful tour guide for the Rijksmuseum and Van Gogh. She provided an excellent amount of information and made sure we saw all the important masterpieces and even some from the less famous artists. She made the museums so interesting and fun! The morning half of the tour was basically a private tour and the afternoon portion a few people joined us but Anne managed us and our time beautifully. Her tour is a MUST if you don’t have days to explore the museums! Highly recommend!!

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.

It was the greatest day. Our guidebooks clearly with a microtone presented the history of the country and people in a clear memorable manner. Each stop was well planned and represented the past and present. Excellent bus driver. We loved our trip it was the best mo ey we spent!

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.

Eva's storytelling brought the past to life, painting a vivid picture of historical events against the backdrop of the locations themselves. Her narratives focused on individual stories of choice, bravery, and courage, highlighting the accounts of people who chose to resist rather than be swept away by the prevailing current of events. The experience was deeply enhanced by the locations, which offered not only visual context but also a tangible connection to the past. Eva intimately shared her own family's personal journey, detailing their preparation for survival, the challenges of hiding, and their life after the war. This personal connection transformed the historical account from a simple story into a deeply moving and relatable human experience. The tour also provided a powerful moment of reflection, showing what the one's destiny could have been if they hadn't made certain choices, while also paying solemn respects to those who were not as fortunate in their circumstances or fate. What began as a simple online booking evolved into a pivotal moment of reflection on the past and present, not just as an individual but also for our entire small group. (Thank you Peter, Sharon, and Eva.) This was a truly unforgettable experience, and one that will never be forgotten.

Our driver (Hans) was very polite and helpful. His car was a beautiful Mercedes and he was an excellent driver. He had some interesting facts to tell us about Amsterdam during our trip and our drive to the hotel in the Museum Quarter was smooth and relaxing.

We had a wonderful time on the bike tour. Our guide knows the area extremely well and personalized our tour to match our interests. She was great!!! The canal part was good, but they seemed more interested in the bartending part than the guide part. It would have helped if the boat driver talked and the other guy bartended. Also, ear pieces would have really helped everyone. It was sometimes hard to hear.