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Kickstart your visit to Amsterdam on a private and personalized sightseeing tour of the city’s hot spots and can’t-miss attractions. Stroll through some of the most interesting areas, such as Dam Square and the Red Light District (De Wallen), while a local host shares insight and tips on the best places to shop, dine, and explore like a local.

A vibrant university city with a history that dates back to Roman times, Maastricht is a must on any visit to the Netherlands. Discover secret tunnels, tranquil canals, and historic buildings using this fun, interactive smartphone game that's perfect for families and friends alike. Follow the map using GPS (data connection required), solving puzzles and challenges as you go. One download is good for teams of up to six.

See more of Holland on a day trip from Amsterdam to the towns of Giethoorn, Volendam, and Zaanse Schans. Known as the "Holland Dream Tour," this itinerary combines popular destinations that show off another side of the country outside the big city. This tour allows you to avoid the hassle of renting a car or finding your own way to these locations so you can relax and enjoy a pre-planned day.

Explore Amsterdam’s two top museums—the Rijksmuseum and Van Gogh Museum—without getting overwhelmed during a private or small-group half-day excursion. With your art historian guide, head to the glorious Rijksmuseum. Chart the history of Dutch art and view treasures by Rembrandt and others. After, head to the Van Gogh Museum. Follow your guide to the must-see pieces, and learn more about the artist than you would going alone.

Gliding through Amsterdam canals at night, with 17th-century houses and ancient bridges lit up in lights, is magical—especially on this private cruise for two. Feel the romance with your beloved as your captain tells stories. Share a glass of Prosecco and snacks, including local favorites, as you travel. The roof and windows are retractable, while blankets and heated seats keep you warm in winter.

Amsterdam is famously bike friendly, meaning that cars cannot access many of its bridges and canals. See the sights from the street without the effort of walking when you book this private pedicab with capacity for up to two travelers. Your driver-guide will point out highlights such as the Red Light District and the Bloemenmarkt floating flower market.

Make the most of your time in Amsterdam with a private, customizable full or half-day tour. Ideal for a layover or a cruise excursion, relax with hassle-free pickup and drop-off from anywhere in the city, including the cruise port and the airport. Take your pick from visiting Dam Square, the windmills at Zaanse Schans, or indulging in cheese tasting. Or opt to see attractions beyond Amsterdam, including Keukenhof during tulip season.

Amsterdam’s canals are best experienced from the water—but crowded tour boats can feel rushed and impersonal. This private cruise offers a relaxed way to explore the UNESCO World Heritage-listed Amsterdam Canal Ring with just your group on board. As you glide past historic waterways in Amsterdam, your skipper shares local insight and tailors the route to your interests.

Head to Amsterdam Icebar Xtracold, where you’re treated to three complimentary drinks—while relaxing in a frosty bar where everything, even your drinking glass, is made of ice! Continue this totally ‘cool’ experience by taking a canal sightseeing cruise on a luxury glass-topped boat. It’s the best way to see Amsterdam’s top highlights.

Explore the highlights of The Hague from the perspective of a local with this private walking tour. No need to worry about a jam-packed itinerary of sights that don’t interest you—the tour is customizable with no set route, so the guide can plan a walk to suit your interests. As it’s a private tour, you can ask plenty of questions along the way, and get lots of great city tips too.

Gain an authentic perspective of Amsterdam on a private bike tour of its rustic highlights, away from the hustle and bustle of the city center. Benefit from your native guide’s insights as you explore hamlets, castles, and even a cheese farm, and capture memorable snaps of scenic windmills and canals along the way.

Canoe the canals of Holland’s Waterland region at sunset on this 4-hour trip from Amsterdam. Travel with a guide to this rural area, and paddle past reed beds, meadows and picture-postcard villages. Savor the sound of birdsong and scents of wild flowers, glide through landscapes once painted by Rembrandt, and learn how the flat countryside was reclaimed from the sea. Take a swim if the weather allows, and finish with a picnic dinner overlooking a lake and the area’s wooden windmills. Numbers limited to 10 people for a small-group experience.

Cruising the canals is one of the best ways to see Amsterdam, but some boat tours can feel crowded and impersonal. Skip those and embark on a private tour in a boat exclusively for your party. The luxe boat is equipped with pillows and in case of rain a roof top. The local skipper will take you through Amsterdam's canals and show you the most beautiful hidden places, while you can enjoy unlimited beer, soda, and wine.

Paddle through Old Holland’s Waterland, home to traditional Dutch villages, on a canoe tour from Amsterdam. Enjoy the sound of birdsong and scents of wild plants; glide past reedbeds and weatherboarded villages, and hear about the region’s traditional way of life from your guide, who offers insight you won't find in the guidebook. Stop for a swim if the weather allows, and visit an island for a picnic of local produce. Numbers limited for a small-group experience that comes with plenty of personalized attention.

Head to the coast and experience the Dutch beach lifestyle on this private self-guided tour in a Renault Twizy electric vehicle. This 2-person, eco-friendly vehicle is the best way to get around and is small enough to park virtually anywhere. Follow the built-in GPS and listen to the audio guide as you pass coastal villages, nature, and sand dunes.

The Dutch love their bicycles, and there’s no more authentic and sustainable way to explore the countryside than on two wheels. This small-group tour covers the Waterlands, countryside just outside Amsterdam, and visits one of the Netherlands’ few working windmills as well as scenic villages and dairy landscapes. The flat terrain and electric bicycles make this 10-mile (15-kilometer) adventure accessible for a range of fitness levels.

Go beyond typical tours and experience Amsterdam through local eyes on this unique walking tour. Hear real stories from locals about bicycle culture, entrepreneurship, living on water, coffee shop culture, and the Red Light District as you visit sights like the Westerkerk and canals. Connect with locals who share unique perspectives and enjoy local drinks and snacks along the way.

It can be hard to tick off all of Amsterdam’s highlights when exploring by foot. Open up the city with bike rental, and travel easily between locations while still enjoying an intimate look at landmarks such as the Old Church, Rijksmuseum, or Vondelpark. Choose a rental period that suits your schedule, and receive insider tips from the local provider, before benefiting from the freedom to explore at your own pace.

Interesting and pleasant PRIVATE walk with local as city guide along the highlights of Maastricht. Languages : EN / DE / EN. The price is per group ( 1 or 2p. / family / group ). Starts at 11:00 or 14:00 or 16:30 ( flexible in time ). Direct booking up to 4 hours before the start (if still available). During the tour we show the beauty of the city, tell its history and enjoy the Burgundy atmosphere with its many terraces, cafes, restaurants and monuments. In short, the 'good life' in the southernmost city of the Netherlands with an international appearance ( Tefaf - and André Rieu-stad ) by the many foreign visitors and students. You will experience all this during the tour. Large groups ( buses etc. ) with multiple guides possible ( max 15 pers. per group ). Also evening tours and sightseeing tour in Aachen, Liege or Wyck, Groene Loper etc. Just ask. Participation in tours at your own risk.

Get an in-depth look at LGBT history in Amsterdam on this walking tour with a guide who covers over 400 years of gay history. Explore Amsterdam’s evolution as a gay capital, tracing the journey from 17th-century sodomy laws to modern LGBTQ+ identity. Visit landmarks important to LGBT history, hear stories of gay heroes, activists, writers, and resistance fighters, and end at "Het Mandje," the world's oldest gay bar. With a small group, you'll have plenty of chances to ask questions and enjoy an intimate group atmosphere.

This all-inclusive private Kinderdijk half-day tour takes care of all the details for you, so you don’t have to do the planning bit by bit on your own. Along with round-trip transport from Rotterdam, this private experience also takes care of entry fees and boat transport to the UNESCO site, Kinderdijk. Plus, a private guide leads the way and focuses on your group's wants and needs, while providing engaging commentary.

Knowing where to stop for food in Amsterdam takes local knowledge, something most travelers arrive without. Skip the guesswork as you cross the city on a guided bike tour, stopping to snack on classic Dutch foods paired with classic drinks. Try Dutch-Indonesian dishes, tasty fried fish bites, mini pancakes, and more. End the experience with your appetite thoroughly satisfied.

Explore the area surrounding Amsterdam's notorious Red Light District and also learn about Dutch food culture on this private walking tour from Central Station to Dam Square. Get away from the crowds and get insights into local life and culture from your expert guide. Along the way, taste foods such as a *kroket,* Dutch cheese, and *stroopwafel.*

Combine the freedom of independent travel with the structure of a guided tour on this well-planned self-driving tour through the beautiful Flower Bulb Region. Drive your electric vehicle yourself, guided by the pre-set GPS navigation. The audio guide will keep you company along the way, telling you interesting things about the nature and culture of the region. The full tour will take about three hours.