Top Netherlands Day Trips - page 11

Discover the best of the Netherlands on this private day tour with air-conditioned transfers and hotel pickup. Start in Zaanse Schans to see traditional windmills, clog-making, and cheese production. Then visit the picturesque villages of Volendam and Marken, with time to explore at your own pace. Ideal for first-time visitors wanting to explore Dutch culture and history in one day.

Visit two great Hindu temples on your trip to Tamil Nadu and learn about their significance with this self-guided audio tour. Head to Gangakonda Cholapuram, a village that was once the capital of the Chola Dynasty, to begin your tour. Then, explore the grand, Thanjavur Brihadeeswara Temple, built by Rajaja I, and the Airavateshwarar Temple, built by Rajaraja II, to admire the artistic and architectural achievements.

Escape Amsterdam for a day and discover the beauty of the Dutch countryside. Visit Zaanse Schans to see iconic windmills and traditional workshops, then explore Edam, famous for its historic cheese market and charming canals. Stop near Volendam for a cheese-making demonstration, a clog workshop, and free time at the lively harbor to enjoy local treats. End the day in the picturesque village of Marken, with its cozy houses and peaceful harbor. Optionally, return to Amsterdam with a relaxing canal cruise through the city’s scenic waterways.

Escape the crowds and skip the long lines in the popular town of Giethoorn, during this private excursion which also includes two extra stops at windmills and a castle for photo-taking purposes. Your multi-lingual, local driver-guide will chauffeur you in comfort, as you enjoy the views, and listen to their exclusive insight into the region you wouldn’t get on an independent visit.

Avoid the hassle of juggling train connections and long ticket queues with this seamless round-trip to Efteling, the Netherlands’ beloved storybook theme park. From Amsterdam, travel in comfort aboard a luxury coach and make the most of skip-the-line tickets to head straight into a world of wonder—where fairy tales and legends come to life. Spend the day exploring at your own pace as you wander through the enchanted fairytale forest and enjoy whimsical theme park rides—fun for the whole family.

Escape Amsterdam on a Private 4–5h Tour Choose 2 villages: Volendam, Marken, or Zaanse Schans. ✨ What You’ll Do: Stroll picturesque streets & charming canals Explore colorful harbors & working windmills Taste authentic Dutch cheese Relax in cozy cafés ☕ Snap Instagram-worthy photos Travel in a quiet, fully electric Audi e-tron with hotel pick-up & drop-off included. Whether you prefer iconic harbors or hidden gems, this private tour is calm, flexible, and tailored to your pace — the perfect half-day Dutch countryside experience.

Uncover the Magic of Amsterdam with Your Personal Audio Guide Tired of feeling touristy — but still want to experience Amsterdam? With 100 captivating audio stories straight to your phone, this self-guided audio tour is your key to discovering Amsterdam’s most iconic landmarks such as the Royal Palace and Dam Square, as well as hidden gems. Adventure through the trendy Jordaan and bustling Negen Straatjes while this flexible walking tour lets you explore at your own pace — no groups, no schedules. Get a personal guide in your pocket at a fraction of traditional tour prices: ✅ No app download — works directly from your browser ✅ Start anytime, anywhere ✅ Explore top sights & hidden gems ✅ Enjoy full flexibility with pause and resume features ✅ Vivid storytelling with soundscapes and voice narration ✅ Perfect for solo travelers, couples, or families After booking, just submit the last 5 digits of your phone number in the “promo code” field at App.trales.io to activate your access.

Cross the border between the Netherlands and Germany with ease on a private day trip to Cologne that reveals the city’s rich Roman heritage and contemporary culture. Save hours of planning as you tick off key attractions such as the UNESCO-listed Cologne Cathedral and the Old Town, all while enjoying hotel pickup and personalized service.

Explore two of the oldest Dutch cities in one day. Vibrant cities, nowadays with opposite architectural images but still telling stories about turbulent times. - The clashing point of traditional and avant-garde architecture styles (cube houses) - The greenest city in the Netherlands and the biggest European port where potatoes “struggle each others” - Drink a coffee at lowest Dutch point below sea level (-7,67 m) - A completely different Red Light District - Undergo picturesque canal cruise through “Little Amsterdam” - Meet two historical personalities, one artist and one scientist from - 17th century charged humanity by their works - Marvel old artefacts and still persisting artwork technique one of the most, worldwide famous tin-glazed majolica - Discover background of Dutch national and the first world bourgeois revolution and life and death of its leader and father of the fatherland - The most attributed city to Dutch Royal family

You will be picked up from your hotel in Amsterdam to visit both kamp Vught and Amersfoort. Both kamp have recently been refurbished with permanent and temporary exhibitions. Your experienced guide will guide you to and through the kamps and there place in the German occupation of the Netherlands.

Need a bit of retail therapy? With this transfer service to Roermond Designer Outlet, you get from your Amsterdam hotel to a shopping destination full of nearly 200 stores in a clean, comfortable vehicle rather than by riding on unhygienic public transport. And for extra convenience, why not add a bag carrying service onto your booking? That way, you can shop unencumbered.

Villages don’t get more Dutch than Zaanse Schans, with windmills, cheese, and clogs; or Giethoorn, a water village on a string of canals. Enjoy a private tour with full flexibility on this customizable day out, direct from your Amsterdam address. Your day includes a canal cruise through Giethoorn, guaranteeing postcard-perfect pictures, and a cheese tasting amid the windmills of Zaanse Schans.

Go beyond Amsterdam and take a break from the city on a private day trip to Haarlem. Explore the medieval town on a personalized tour with your guide, who adjust the itinerary to your tastes. Discover parts of Haarlem you’d miss on your own and visit attractions such as centuries-old windmills, Frans Hals Museum, and more.

Fall in love with Amsterdam the same way I did 30 years ago. Discover her charm and secrets starting in the city’s oldest area ending at my dining table. This personalized experience offers a unique glimpse into both the city and local life. - Private tour tailored to your group or family - Indulge in a delightful three-course vegetarian dinner at a local home - insightful historical context - Hassle-free pickup and drop-off at your hotel - Minimal of 2 people required. Maximum of 9

Explore the Dutch countryside in comfort on this private luxury tour from Amsterdam. Travel with an experienced English-speaking driver in a luxury minivan and discover two iconic destinations: Giethoorn, the fairytale “Venice of the North,” where you can stroll or take a peaceful boat tour through its canals, and the Zaanse Schans, home to traditional windmills, wooden houses, and Dutch crafts. This exclusive tour for up to 7 guests includes hotel pickup, flexible stops, and a relaxed pace, the perfect way to experience the authentic Netherlands, away from the crowds. Discover Giethoorn & Zaanse Schans on a private luxury tour from Amsterdam. Enjoy windmills, canals, and Dutch charm with your personal driver.

Discover in this 8 hours tour three important cities in the South part of Holland. Rotterdam with its relative new architecture and harbor. Delft, famous for its Delftware pottery and the painter Vermeer and finally The Hague with amongst other the Peace Palace and Old Parliament complex.

Discover two of the most iconic Dutch cities on this full-day private tour: Gouda and Delft, each with its own history and world-famous product. In Delft, your guide walks you along the old canals and past historic churches, bringing the stories of Vermeer and William of Orange to life. You visit Royal Delft, the only Delft Blue manufacturer still operating since the 17th century, and you enjoy lunch on a historic square. In Gouda, you explore the market square, admire the 15th-century Town Hall, and see St. John's Church, home to exceptional medieval stained glass. At the old weighing house, you finish with a cheese tasting. Lunch, museum and church admissions, transfers and the cheese tasting are all included. You can start in either city. This is a private tour. You set the pace, and if you have any special requests or an interest in a certain topic, just let us know.

On this full-day private tour, you will discover The Hague, Delft and Leiden. See the highlights of all three old cities together together with our passionate guide. Lunch and transfers between the cities are included. Forget about Amsterdam! During this tour, you will see three totally different sides of the Netherlands. From charming artistic Leiden and classy political The Hague to quaint old Delft. You'll dive into the Dutch Golden Age and get to know modern Dutch society at the same time. From Rembrandt to Vermeer and from William of Orange to Napoleon Bonaparte. Be prepared to learn a lot and to see some royal palaces, our parliament, charming canals, old churches, Delft Blue pottery, historical sites, an old university and more. See you soon! You can do this tour both ways: starting in Leiden or starting in Delft. You can also choose to be picked up and dropped off at a location of your choice, like in Amsterdam. And remember: It is you who determines the pace of this tour.

A tour specially designed for a perfect family outing. This tour offers an ideal mix of sites and activities for adults and kids. From medieval castles to windmills, the tour is designed based on my personal experience as a parent. The sites are not located that far, so the kids won't spend much time in the car. We start the tour by visiting Zaanse Schans, where you get to see the making of Wooden shoes, Cheese, and Barrels. You have the option to climb a windmill and have a look up and close. For lunch, we will be visiting an authentic pancake restaurant. We end the tour by visiting an authentic 13th-century castle. The tour is not too hectic and doesn't involve a lot of walking. Perfect for kids.

We follow in the footsteps of Easy Company, made famous by the series Band of Brothers. We visit the landing sites near Eindhoven and will make our way to the "Island" . On our way we will discover the ins and outs of operation Market Garden. This tour is fully customizable. I will pick you up and drop you of at yur hotel in Amsterdam or any other town in Holland.

Escape the urban hustle and bustle and delve into the charm of the Gouda Cheese Market on a day trip from Amsterdam. Hear tales of the historic market and its significance from your guide as you journey through scenic countryside vistas. Then, immerse yourself in the lively atmosphere of the Gouda Cheese Market, where you can witness traditional cheese weighing and trading rituals. Extend your adventure with an optional visit to the majestic Kasteel de Haar. Enjoy seamless transportation to and from Amsterdam, ensuring a stress-free excursion. Spend a day away from the city's commotion, enriched by the knowledge and insights shared by your driver. Benefit from our inclusive service. Relax with a convenient return transfer from a central location in Amsterdam.

Explore two of the most historically rich cities in the Netherlands on this full-day private tour, with visits to two world-class museums along the way. In The Hague, your guide takes you through the political and royal heart of the Netherlands. The highlight here is the Mauritshuis, home to Vermeer's Girl with a Pearl Earring and some of the finest Dutch Golden Age paintings in the world. In Delft, you step into the city where Vermeer lived and worked. Walk along the canals and past the historic churches, hear the stories of William of Orange and Antony van Leeuwenhoek, and visit Royal Delft, the only Delft Blue manufacturer still operating since the 17th century. Lunch is included here. This tour normally starts in The Hague and ends in Delft, but the other way around also works. Pick-up in another city can be booked too. This is a private tour. You set the pace, and if you have any special requests or an interest in a certain topic, just let us know.

On this full-day private tour, you will discover Rotterdam and Delft. See the highlights of both cities together together with our passionate guide. Lunch, a private boat ride, multiple entry tickets and transfers between the cities are included. Forget about Amsterdam! You will see two totally different sides of the Netherlands during this tour. In old Delft you'll dive into the Dutch Golden Age, as you stroll along the city's churches and old canals, and visit a Delft Blue museum and factory. In modern Rotterdam, you'll discover what it is to live in a Cubic House and you'll see our Manhattan on the Maas from the water. And don't be fooled! There is always some history to be found, also in Rotterdam. You can do this tour both ways: starting in Rotterdam or starting in Delft. You can also choose to be picked up and dropped off at a location of your choice, like in Amsterdam. And remember: It is you who determines the pace of this tour.

This tour has it all! And right away! Beloved Amsterdam houses with their tiled roofs, a medieval castle and a modern one, tiny old towns that look like illustrations from a fairy tale book, windmills, a craft brewery in a cathedral, Christian churches and a mosque, military forts, amusing monuments, farms with sheep and llamas. We will also see the luxurious Amsterdam district built with money from the colonies. But there will also be a previously disadvantaged neighborhood that transforms before your eyes into a well-maintained and trendy area. We will encounter forests and fields, lakes, and beaches along the way. You'll see and learn so much that you couldn't discover even in months of living in this marvelous country. And your friends will definitely envy your photos!