Top Netherlands Day Trips - page 5

Swap the crowds of the city for the natural beauty of Zaanse Schans and Keukenhof Gardens on a private day trip that lets you explore each at your own pace. Feast your eyes on more than 7 million blooms at Keukenhof, before delving deeper into Dutch culture during a tour of the windmills, clog factories, and quaint villages of Zaanse Schans.

Explore the Wadden Sea islands on a full-day small-group tour from Amsterdam to the UNESCO World Heritage-listed islands in Holland. Look for seals, birds, and plant life as you travel around the islands by boat, stopping at the national park, a traditional village, and stunning beaches. Enjoy a meal of fresh seafood (own expense) and, if weather permits, enjoy a short hike on the mudflats.

Swap the bustle of the city for the windmills and meadows of the Dutch countryside on a day trip to Volendam, Marken, and the UNESCO-listed Zaanse Schans from Amsterdam. You'll get an excellent overview of local culture and benefit from the convenient of round-trip transportation too.

Make the most of Amsterdam’s close proximity to other European countries on a private day trip to Cologne, home to one of the continent’s most famous cathedrals. Skip the hassle of public transportation and delve deeper into local history and culture as you explore the historic city at your own pace and enjoy undivided attention from your private guide. Plus, admission tickets to the chocolate museum are included.

See a side of the Netherlands that most first-time visitors miss out on during a fully private day trip to Gouda and Oudewater from Amsterdam. This tour offers the flexibility to tailor your itinerary and take breaks whenever you need, while your guide offers insight into Dutch culture—and its rich history of cheese and witches—that you’re unlikely to find in the guidebook.

Avoid tourist crowds and discover picturesque Giethoorn on a private tour from Amsterdam. Enjoy free time to explore the car-free village’s canals, gardens, and thatched houses, benefiting from the customizable itinerary of a private trip to depart at a time that suits you. Travel to the distant location with ease, with round-trip transfer by air-conditioned Mercedes.

The Keukenhof Gardens is a must-see in the spring, but traveling there by public transportation can be a hassle. Enjoy a stress-free visit with this private tour from Amsterdam. Enjoy convenient pickup from your hotel and travel in comfort in a private vehicle. Stop to take in views of the flower fields, then enjoy a private tour of the sprawling gardens.

It can be easy to forget that an entire country exists outside of Amsterdam, but this small-group tour makes it even easier to get out and see it. A great way to combine visits to two of the Netherlands’ most interesting historical and cultural attractions, Zaanse Schans and Giethoorn, this full-day tour includes everything you need for a good time, from cheese tastings to a boat trip and some windmills.

Discover the fascinating world of tulips and Dutch culture on this private tour to Keukenhof Gardens and Giethoorn from Amsterdam. Begin at the museum, where you learn more about the tulip’s journey from Kazakhstan to becoming a Dutch icon than you ever could if you chose to sightsee on your own. Continue your insider look at the Dutch countryside when you visit the picturesque village of Giethoorn for a canal cruise.

Gain intimate insight into the Netherlands’ artistic heritage on this private tour from Amsterdam, led by a professional art historian. Benefit from your guide’s insider knowledge to create a fully personalized itinerary and choose from a vast range of museums, galleries, and attractions across the region, such as the Van Gogh Museum in Amsterdam, Mauritshuis Royal Picture Gallery in The Hague, or the Keukenhof tulip gardens.

With your own private guide/driver you experience the Netherlands at its most beautiful on this private Keukenhof Gardens tour from Rotterdam. Perfect for cruise passengers and springtime visitors. This relaxed, stress-free day trip combines the world-famous Keukenhof Gardens, vibrant Dutch tulip fields, and an exclusive private visit to a traditional countryside windmill — all with your own private vehicle and knowledgeable local guide. Keukenhof is only open for a short season each year, and this carefully curated private tour allows you to enjoy it at your own pace, away from large crowds and public transport. From colorful spring landscapes to authentic Dutch heritage, this experience offers a seamless and unforgettable way to see the Netherlands in full bloom. Why Travelers Love This Tour ✔ Private tour, with a professional local guide. ✔ Ideal shore excursion with flexible timing ✔ Includes Keukenhof tickets ✔ Private visit of a traditional windmill (not on Sundays)

The Keukenhof Gardens and Giethoorn are two must-see attractions outside Amsterdam, but organizing admission tickets and transportation to explore independently takes time and effort. On this private tour with hotel pickup, reach both sites in a day by comfortable air-conditioned vehicle—with skip-the-line entry fees included. Admire 800 varieties of tulips in all the colors of the rainbow, and enjoy a canal cruise through the village Giethoorn.

The city of Brussels is one of Europe's unsung heroes. For too many travellers, it's a stopover city en route to more famous (and crowded) cities such as Paris and London. Experience the well-preserved architecture and rich history that most people miss during this full-day road trip from Amsterdam, and take in the subtle beauty of the Dutch countryside to and from.

Even if you don't have the time to spend the night, you can still explore the charming Belgian city of Bruges on a day trip from Amsterdam. This private tour allows you to avoid the hassle of organizing transportation by picking you up directly from your hotel. In Bruges, your driver-guide will show you the highlights of the city plus give you plenty of time to explore at your own pace.

Discover two completely different sides of the Netherlands on this half-day private tour: historic Delft and modern Rotterdam. This activity includes 2 private walking tours of about 2 hours each, and a transfer from one city to the other. In Delft, your guide takes you through the Dutch Golden Age: canals, churches, and the stories of Vermeer, William of Orange, and Antony van Leeuwenhoek. In Rotterdam, you explore a city bombed flat in 1940 and rebuilt as a showcase of bold architecture, including a visit inside one of the iconic Cube Houses. You can do the tour in either direction, starting in Delft or Rotterdam. Pickup and drop-off from other locations, including Amsterdam, can also be arranged. This is a private tour. You set the pace, and if you have a special requests or an interest in a certain topic, just let us know.

From Amsterdam, this full‑day Super‑Saver bundle combines scenic wind-mill villages, traditional Dutch towns, and optionally the famous blooming gardens (seasonal), all in one seamless experience. It’s a rich mix of countryside charm, cultural heritage, and photogenic landscapes—a full‑on Netherlands sampler in just one day.

The Netherlands is full of picturesque and historic homes, windmills, and its famously flat landscapes with huge skies. Take in the countryside of Holland on this tour of Zaanse Schans, and see the famous windmills, as well as plenty of local sites and interesting nearby locations. Enjoy a boat cruise through Giethoorn, and visit a dairy farm or a fishing village.

Known as “Dutch Venice,” the canal-lined town of Giethoorn offers a relaxing day away from the city. This private tour includes hotel pickup from Amsterdam and a visit to the medieval village of Weesp to see windmills. Enjoy a boat tour on Giethoorn's canals (price not included) and take in the slower pace of this beloved Dutch enclave.

Take a step back in time to the days of clogs and windmills on this private tour from Amsterdam. A great way to learn about the Netherlands’ fascinating culture and history and enjoy a day trip with private transportation and a local guide, this tour includes visits to Zaanse Schans, Edam, and Volendam. You’ll also swing by Marken to see some 17th-century wooden houses and visit a clog factory.

Discover the countryside of the Netherlands on this private full day excursion from Amsterdam. Visit traditional stately windmills and marvel at vibrant tulip fields, while getting to know the culture of quaint Dutch villages. Admire gorgeous views of the Dutch landscape, and take plenty of photos to remember your journey by. Relax on this private tour, led by an experience guide who ensures your comfort and convenience throughout the experience.

Looking for a day trip out of the busy Amsterdam city? Look no further. This private group day trip provides an educational experience through what’s known as one of the seven modern wonders of the world. Learn about the history of Dutch on the water and be amazed at the peaceful nature found in the surrounding landscapes.

Enjoy a break from the city and discover rural Holland on a private sightseeing tour to Zaanse Schans and Volendam from Rotterdam. See traditional windmills, factories, and villages, with free time to explore at your own pace. Travel the outlying locations with ease via private vehicle, and benefit from convenient pickup and drop-off from your Rotterdam hotel.

Make the most of your time in Amsterdam with a tour that visits two top places: Zaanse Schans and Giethoorn village. With all logistics covered, enjoy transfers in an air-conditioned vehicle, a visit to a cheese and clog factory, a scenic boat cruise, stops at working windmills, and traditional Dutch homes. Along the way, your driver-guide provides insightful commentary, while built-in free time lets you explore at your own pace.

Getting from Amsterdam to Rotterdam can be a hassle without a car, but this day tour with air-conditioned transfers makes it effortless. Follow your guide through striking architecture, explore the Vermeer Centrum Delft, admire Vermeer and Rembrandt masterpieces at the Mauritshuis, explore markets, and more. Perfect for travelers who love history and culture.