Top Netherlands How to Get Around in 2026

Visiting the Netherlands during springtime is a treat, especially when you pair it with a trip to Keukenhof Gardens. Travel by private vehicle to Lisse and be amazed by the millions of colorful tulips on display in the gardens and the fields nearby. Stroll through the flower gardens, see unique art, visit the petting zoo, and much more during your time at Keukenhof.

Get a taste of Dutch country traditions on a private half-day trip from Amsterdam to the picturesque villages of North Holland. Explore the centuries-old industries of cheesemaking and clog carving in Zaanse Schans, famous for its working windmills that line the River Zaan. See how traditional Dutch clogs are made and then stop at the Henri Willig farm to see how Dutch cheese is produced (and enjoy free samples!). End at the pretty fishing village of Volendam, where there’s time to enjoy a fresh seafood lunch on the harbor or try Dutch waffles.

Giethoorn lies well outside Amsterdam, and reaching it by public transportation means a train and a bus. Travel from your Amsterdam hotel by private Mercedes, then see the village from the water on a canal cruise past thatched-roof farmhouses. Much of Giethoorn has no roads, so its canals and footpaths are how the village gets around.

This private half-day trip from Amsterdam includes guided visits to top North Holland attractions in the comfort of a luxury Mercedes sedan or minivan. See the windmills, artisan workshops, and wooden homes of Zaanse Schans, then explore the fishing village of Volendam with your guide. You’ll gain insight into a unique piece of Dutch history on the River Zaan.

Step back in time and discover old Dutch traditions as you explore two historic villages on a half-day tour from Amsterdam. Admire the beautiful 18th-century windmills and wooden houses of the Zaanse Schans village as well as a warehouse that makes traditional Dutch clogs. Then head to the old fishing village of Volendam for a stroll around the center and a boat trip along the Volendam-Marken Express.

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.

You can still soak up the perfectly preserved medieval atmosphere of two Belgian cities—Ghent and Bruges—even if you're not planning an overnight, thanks to this private day trip from Amsterdam. Travel through the Dutch and Flemish countryside by luxury Mercedes. Then, spend the whole day exploring both destinations at your own rhythm, with entrance tickets to Gravensteen Castle included.

Take a break from the Dutch capital and enhance your experience of the region on a private day trip to Bruges in Belgium from Amsterdam. Travel across the border with ease via air-conditioned vehicle, and forget the hassle of public transport with round-trip transfer from your hotel. Enjoy free time to explore the city’s historic buildings, canals, museums, and restaurants, and benefit from a flexible departure time to suit your schedule.

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.

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.

Discover some of the Netherlands’ most beautiful countryside highlights on this seamless, private tour. Following pickup from your hotel, travel in the comfort of a luxury Mercedes. Your first stop is the charming village of Giethoorn: renowned for its scenic canals, thatched-roof homes, and tranquil pace of living. See the town, and go on a canal cruise. Then, transfer to Zaanse Schans where you can see iconic, heritage windmills, watch clog-making, visit a farm to see and touch baby cows, and enjoy free cheese tastings.

Experience the enchanting village of Giethoorn, known as the Dutch Venice, on this full-day private sightseeing tour from Amsterdam. Glide along its tranquil canals on a guided boat cruise or pilot a small boat yourself. Then, venture to windmills, the countryside, and a local cheese and clogs factory. Explore the iconic Zaanse Schans with its unique windmills before indulging in a cheese tasting at Henri Willig farm.

Take advantage of the Netherlands’ close proximity to Belgium during a day trip that takes you across the European border with ease. As well as benefiting from the undivided attention of a private guide, you’ll be able to skip the hassle of navigation and focus on the scenery between Amsterdam and Ghent.

A trip to Keukenhof Gardens is a must if you visit Amsterdam in the springtime. First stop for photo ops at the Tulip Experience Amsterdam before sailing past long lines with a skip-the-line admission ticket. Then spend free time exploring the gardens, flower shows, and art exhibits at a pace suited to you.

From March through May, there’s nowhere more beautiful to be in Europe than Amsterdam, when the tulips of Keukenhof Gardens burst into bloom. Skip the hassle of advance planning on a private, half-day trip to Keukenhof Gardens from Amsterdam—the ideal choice for first-time visitors on a time budget. Plus, rather than navigating an unfamiliar public transport system, you’ll be transported to the gardens in a private, luxury Mercedes.

For only two months of the year, Keukenhof Gardens see more than seven million flowers burst into bloom. Make the most of this glorious floral display on a private tour that lets you explore the gardens at you own pace, and helps you beat long lines by including a skip-the-line admission ticket. Plus, you’ll delve deeper into Dutch culture during a visit to the open-air museum of Zaanse Schans.

Let someone else handle the logistics and make the most of your vacation in Amsterdam by heading across the border to Bruges, Belgium on this hassle-free, private day trip. Spend half a day touring one of Belgium’s most beautiful destinations: sample Belgian chocolates, explore the quaint churches, and snap photos of the windmills. Don’t worry about return transport either, because your driver is ready to whisk you back to Amsterdam.

Gain an overview of Holland’s second cities on a full-day tour to the Hague and Delft from Amsterdam, with an included stop at the miniature park Madurodam along the way. Tick off the two historic cities in just one trip, travelling the distance with ease by air-conditioned vehicle, and benefit from the personalized service of private transfer to depart at a time that works for you.

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.

Arranging a trip from Amsterdam to Brussels often requires time-consuming planning, but with this private day-trip you can let someone else deal with the logistics. Travel in a luxury Mercedes Sedan or minivan, before enjoying a comprehensive guided tour (own expense) around many of Brussels’ most significant sights like the Grand Palace and the Triumphal Arch, for a stress-free but jampacked day.

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.

Escape the bustling city with a private trip to the car-free village of Giethoorn, traveling easily to the outlying location by luxury vehicle, with pickup and drop-off from your Amsterdam hotel. Avoid limiting tour itineraries with free time to explore the quaint village, opting to explore its natural and rural sights by barge, foot, or canoe, and select a departure time that suits you.

Enjoy one of Belgium’s most incredible cities on this Brussels private day trip from Rotterdam. See the amazing Atomium, the Royal Palace, the Our lady church and the Sint Michiels Cathedraal and take some nice photo's of it. After this your driver/host will show you where you can buy chocolate and where you can have a nice lunch. You will also have some free time to to stroll in to the city center and to buy some souvenirs. You can also let your driver/host know if you like to do or see something else, he is happy to help you. You will be picked up in a luxury Mercedes vehicle in Amsterdam and the drop off at the end of the day will be at your hotel in Rotterdam. The total duration is 10 hours incl. driving time.

Even if you don't have time to spend the night, you can see the best of Cologne on a day trip from Amsterdam. This tour is private so you don't waste time waiting for others and have the flexibility to explore places of your own interest at your own pace. Plus, you can relax with private round-trip transportation that saves you the stress of navigating a public transportation system that you're unfamiliar with.