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Discover more about the poignant story of Anne Frank than the average Amsterdam tourist with the help of a guide to take you and a small group around the city and learn about a part of the past that should never be forgotten. This small-group tour gives you an even more personal experience, with plenty of space to reflect on what you hear and see.

See more of Amsterdam with less effort on this small-group bike tour. With your helmet on and your guide leading the way, cruise through picturesque towns and villages as you admire traditional houses, windmills, and gentle brooks. Perfect for soaking up views in less time, this tour makes it easy to cover more ground than walking. Along the way, enjoy fascinating insights and views you might miss exploring alone.

Don’t limit yourself to the city on your trip to Amsterdam, with much to explore just outside the city limits. This private tour takes you away from the hustle and bustle to Amsterdam Castle, also known as Muiderslot. After touring the castle, head for the pre-Roman city of Utrecht. With fewer tourist crowds than Amsterdam, enjoy a calmer experience as you explore its highlights.

Get a taste of Dutch culture outside of Amsterdam with this 100% private tour of The Hague and Delft. Leave the organization and logistics to your guide, who picks you up directly from your hotel. With a focus on Dutch art history, enjoy an itinerary that includes a visit to Mauritshuis, home of Vermeer’s 'Girl with a Pearl Earring' masterpiece, and Delft, where the notable painter lived.

Swap the hustle and bustle of Amsterdam for the countryside on this 100% private day trip to Hasselt and Giethoorn. There's no need to worry about navigating your way to these riverside towns with your private guide driving you directly to them. Explore each town at your preferred pace as your guide leads the way. Enjoy a boat ride, discovering cobblestone streets on foot, and more.

Skip the impersonal group tours and embark a private tour of south Holland's best attractions. Enjoy the flexibility of being able to customize the itinerary to your preferences as you explore Delft, Rotterdam, Madurodam, and the Hague.

Discover Amsterdam's historical sites from World War II on this private walking tour. Under the care of a knowledgeable guide, wander through the city. Enjoy stories that date back decades to gain an in-depth understanding of the occupation of Amsterdam. This tour is perfect for history buffs, with plenty of opportunities to ask questions and discuss the multi faceted legacy of war. The tours are given by three retired historians with a passion for the history of the German occupation in the Netherlands during the Second World War.

Discover Amsterdam’s diamond heritage on this private visit to Royal Coster, founded in 1840. Watch craftspeople polish stones up close, examine replicas of celebrated diamonds, including the Cullinan and the Koh-i-Noor, and learn how cut, color, clarity, and carat determine a diamond’s quality.

Eat your way around places you won’t find in the average guidebook and get to know Amsterdam’s culture better through the lens of its food with the help of a local guide on this small-group, moderate walking tour. With food and drink tastings included, your vacation budget won’t get any surprise hits.

Hop aboard a scenic 1-hour cruise through Amsterdam’s canals and enjoy optional unlimited bubbles and a small box of savory snacks. With a knowledgeable guide on hand, you’ll learn about the city’s rich trading history while taking in key landmarks such as the Skinny Bridge, Red Light District, and Anne Frank’s House. This journey offers a unique perspective on the city and provides ample opportunity to ask questions.

Discover the best of Rotterdam—and see more in less time—on this small-group guided bike tour around the city. Set off with your guide from the central meeting point and ride past highlights including Veerhaven, Erasmus Bridge, and the iconic Cube Houses. Cycle through hidden streets and lively neighborhoods that cars can't reach, and gain local insights you wouldn't get exploring alone. You can also choose to make it a private tour.

There is more to money than meets the eye—learn about the dramatic and often dangerous history of Amsterdam’s crucial financial position over the centuries on this walking tour. Find the stock exchange, and the location of the World’s first limited company—spoiler alert: it’s got a lot to do with Amsterdam as a center for trade in the 1600s. Learn about the Resistance banks set up to counter the Nazi banks before and during WWII, and visit a 100 year old bank vault.

As one of Amsterdam’s top attractions, the Van Gogh Museum attracts huge crowds. Spend less time waiting to enter and more time admiring iconic works such as *Sunflowers* with a skip-the-line admission ticket that guarantees your entry to the cultural institution. Plus, you can add on an audio guide to deepen your understanding of the works on show.

Explore Haarlem like a local on this biking tour on the weekends. Taking place during the high season (from March through the end of November), this guided tour includes stops in the Old City in Haarlem including hidden streets and old churches. Plus hear about the city’s history, and get recommendations for the rest of your stay.

With its ranks of canals and gabled houses, it can be hard to know where to start when exploring Amsterdam. Get oriented in the city, its rich history, and its open-minded culture on this small-group walking tour that’s ideal for first-time visitors. Discover key areas like Dam Square, the Red Light District, and the Jewish quarter as you learn about figures from Dutch colonialists to Anne Frank.

Enjoy the Amsterdam Light Festival from the ideal vantage point — a boat coasting down the canal. Cozy up with blankets and a hot drink while you watch the lights roll by, and listen as your guide shares the stories behind the displays. Please note that on 31 December the lights aren’t switched on.

Uncover the mysteries of Amsterdam’s urban legends on this small-group walking tour. Guided by a local expert, you’ll visit over 10 must-see landmarks including the Westerkerk, the ‘House with the Bloodstains’, and Dam Square as you hear fun facts along the way. Combining history with culture, this tour features an interactive bingo game to test your detective skills by spotting hidden clues. Snacks and a unique souvenir are also included.

Take a break from Amsterdam’s main tourist trail and discover an industrious side of the city on a tour of the Royal Coster Diamonds factory. Gaining insight into the origins and process of diamond refinery as you watch craftspeople cut and polish rocks into valuable gems. Learn how to evaluate diamonds and admire fine examples, including the Royal 201, before receiving a complimentary gift at the end of your tour.

Amsterdam’s canals and old streets hold centuries of history, but little of it is signposted for visitors. Walk with a small group past the Oude Kerk, Chinatown, and the Bloemenmarkt flower market, hearing stories about Dutch culture along the way. Learn how the city grew from a fishing village into a major trading center.

Explore the streets of Haarlem with a local guide to tell you all about the city’s history and make sure you don’t miss any of the top sightseeing hotspots. Walk the city’s cobbled paths to see Grote Markt, the river Spaarne, De Koepel, and more with a small group, while your guide tells you all about Haarlem’s storied past and modern culture.

This efficient tour lets you take in Amsterdam's beauty from the water in roughly an hour. The electric boat means you'll enjoy a quieter ride down the city's canals, and your captain and crew will point out several of Amsterdam's highlights throughout the ride. Give your body a rest and sit back while you sightsee.

An Amsterdam canal cruise is a must for any visitor to the Netherlands. Skip the stress of walking around town looking for your boat dock and start your trip right by Amsterdam Central Station on this convenient package. Your sustainable boat is 100% electric with a restroom on board if needed, while a live guide points out everything you’re seeing, making this a perfect (and affordable) introduction to the city.

Take a break from the hustle and bustle of Amsterdam with this private tour of Keukenhof Gardens. Beat the hassle of navigating unfamiliar public transportation with hotel pickup and drop-off, and leave the planning and organization of your day up to your guide. Explore and relax in the botanical gardens and parkland, as well as the nearby tulip fields.

Enjoy a romantic excursion in the heart of Amsterdam with this private canal boat tour. Glide along Amsterdam’s canals in a quiet electric boat as your captain tells romantic tales related to this special city. During the tour, a special moment is created for your proposal with a personalized plan to ensure everything goes smoothly.