Top Netherlands Bus Tours - page 22

Eric was our guide for this experience. He knew a lot about the Netherlands and its history, his personality is refreshing. I would encourage anyone thinking about booking a full day experience to request Eric as your guide, you will be entertained as well as informed.

If you’re thinking about doing a day trip from Amsterdam—do it. This Day Trip to Zaandam Lego Village, Zaanse Schans, and Giethoorn was easily one of the highlights of our trip. Zaandam was such a fun and unexpected stop—the Lego-style architecture feels like something out of a storybook. Walking through Zaanse Schans was like stepping back in time, with its iconic windmills, wooden houses, and live demonstrations. It didn’t feel rushed at all—we actually had time to take it in, grab photos, and enjoy the atmosphere. And then Giethoorn… wow. Giethoorn is every bit as magical as people say. The canals, thatched-roof cottages, and peaceful vibe made it feel like a fairytale. Cruising through the waterways was incredibly relaxing and honestly unforgettable. What really made the day stand out, though, was Simon. He was knowledgeable, organized, and genuinely passionate about what he does. He shared great insights without overwhelming us, kept everything running smoothly, and added a personal touch that made the whole experience feel special—not just like a generic tour. If you want a well-paced, beautiful, and stress-free way to see some of the Netherlands’ most charming spots, this tour is absolutely worth it. Highly recommend!

Wonderful tour! Enjoyed this beautiful quaint, peaceful village via boat in the canals of Giethoorn - Anzi got us there early to avoid the crowds and the boat traffic. Navigated us through beautifully! Gave us time to eat lunch for an hour and explore the village for another two hours. Saw numerous tulip fields on our way - an extra bonus. Excellent tour!

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.

The tour began exactly where and when we expected. The directions for the starting point were perfect. Eva, our guide was AMAZING!!! She was very welcoming, accommodating, friendly, and professional. She offered us a wealth of information, and had a knack for storytelling that kept us interested the entire time. She even had beverages and snacks for us! In addition, the castle was fantastic. The story of the family and castle through the ages was captivating. The grounds were lovely despite it being February and on the cold side. This is definitely a must do!

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.

Ray was a great guide. Picked us up from our hotel on time and provided a great tour of the village and windmills. Loved learning about the local culture, seeing the wooden shoes made, learning about how cheese was made, tasting the cheese, touring inside a working windmill, and tasting the local chocolate. Had a great time and drop off back at the hotel after was great. Would definitely recommend to others.

This tour was educational, moving and done with a very personal touch. Eva shared her family’s experiences of their time in hiding during the Holocaust and how it impacted them going forward. Because of the small group size people were free to discuss and ask questions and it made the experience much more meaningful. I can’t recommend this tour enough.