Top Netherlands Outdoor Activities

Escape the crowds and experience Amsterdam’s attractions and historic canals from the water during this luxurious canal cruise on a small open electric boat. Sit back, relax, soak up the scenery, and sip on two included drinks, as your live guide provides insights on the city and its attractions.

Explore Amsterdam the way the locals do—on the back of a bike, winding over and around the city’s famous canals. This guided small-group tour takes you to see hidden gems and must-see sightseeing hotspots alike, while your guide talks you through the city’s storied past and vibrant modern culture. You’ll hear stories that most tourists won’t get.

Cruise around Amsterdam on a bike tour to see its lesser-known streets, following the lead of a local guide and his puppy Herman. Escape the crowded city center and pedal around hidden gems such as a secret canal district and an abandoned shipping wharf, accessed via ferry. Traveling by bike makes it easy to cover plenty of ground, with photos and videos included to capture your experience.

Amsterdam is particularly beautiful during the low season, when the summer crowds disappear and the winter weather invites you to snuggle up. Wrap up warm on this small-group canal cruise, in a covered, heated, electric boat complete with fluffy blankets for maximum impact. Your trip includes a drink, which could be mulled wine, coffee, tea, soda, craft beer, or European wine.

People always ask us: “Can you show us your favorite spots?” This is where we share the places, stories, and little secrets that make Amsterdam feel like home. Step aboard our historic boat with a cosy lounge deck, your floating living room on the canals. Take off your shoes, grab a cold drink, and relax. Cruise through peaceful canals, hidden courtyards, and authentic corners that many visitors (and even some locals) never discover. Your local skipper grew up in Amsterdam and shares fascinating stories about the city’s history, architecture, traditions, and everyday life. There is no fixed script, just genuine stories that come naturally. Meet people from around the world, enjoy good vibes and a relaxed atmosphere. No need to impress—you’re already invited in. Come as you are, and leave with authentic memories and a Polaroid keepsake.

Swap the bustle of Amsterdam for the natural beauty of Keukenhof, one of the world’s largest flower gardens, on this private half-day tour. After a scenic drive, discover the park’s picturesque flower displays, explore its themed gardens, and stroll through the world-famous tulip fields. Along the way, learn about the varieties of bulb and enjoy plenty of photo opportunities.

The Keukenhof Gardens are easy, if time-consuming, to reach by public transit, but to capture the perfect tulip field vistas you need a private vehicle. This half-day tour delivers that in style, with door-to-door transfers in the comfort of your own Mercedes-Benz V-Class, S-Class, or E-Class, and onboard Wi-Fi too. Start by touring a tulip farm, then enjoy and explore Keukenhof Gardens at your own pace for about 2.5 hours.

Feel the breeze on your face during an e-bike tour of Zaanse Schans from Amsterdam. Break less of a sweat during the ride with the help of your e-bike, and take in Dutch culture as you pass by windmills and visit a clog maker and cheese farm. The small group size allows for a more intimate experience.

Tick off way more Amsterdam sights than you would on a walking tour with this private pedicab sightseeing tour—a bicycle-powered tuk-tuk. Cover plenty of ground in just a couple of hours, as your local driver takes you around the city and its key highlights. Enjoy an itinerary that includes passing by Dam Square, Montelbaanstoren, Rembrandt House Museum, and more.

Explore Amsterdam on foot and go beyond basic sightseeing on this private tour focused on the city’s Golden Age architecture. Discover highlights including the Royal Palace and Westerkerk, and uncover hidden corners you might otherwise miss. Learn about the history, culture, and traditions of the Netherlands from your local guide and ask plenty of questions along the way.

Experience the charm of Amsterdam's canals on a 90-minute private electric boat tour with hotel pickup. Your captain shares captivating city tales as you glide through picturesque waterways. Explore iconic landmarks like the Dancing Houses and Skinny Bridge, plus lesser-known canals. Opt for an unlimited drinks package or bring your own refreshments.

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Amsterdam Light Festival is a must for winter visitors—and there’s no better way to see it than from the water. Get insights into each installation from your captain, who’s also your guide, on this dedicated cruise. Without the smears and reflections that windows produce, the open boat makes photography a breeze. Blankets and a hot drink (either mulled wine or hot chocolate) keep you toasty warm even on chilly evenings.

The Best Way to Discover Utrecht: Scavenger Hunt & Self-Guided Tour! Play, learn, and walk! Explore at your own pace with a 100% self-guided activity. Start anytime (24/7) with no guides or schedules. Pause for a coffee along the unique wharf cellars of the canal or browse the shops on the Steenweg and resume whenever you're ready—even the next day. This unique team-building activity is perfect for couples, families, and groups. The "Complete City" Package - Everything you need in one app: Interactive Game: Solve puzzles and discover 10+ major attractions, plus hidden gems revealed along the way. Learn the history/legends of each site. Insider Tips: Access hand-picked local restaurant and shop recommendations. What you will visit: Oude Mannen En Vrouwenhuis, Museum Speelklok, Oudegracht, Utrecht University Hall, Dom Tower, St Martin’s Cathedral, Pieterskerk, Park Lepelenburg, Joods Monument, and the Spoorwegmuseum.

Arnhem becomes the crime scene in this self-guided detective game, where the clues are hidden in plain sight in the streets around you. The case is the murder of Balthasar, and the evidence is scattered across the old centre - past Rozet, Airborne Museum at the Bridge, Nieuwe Plein and Achter de Stadswaag. You decode messages, photograph what does not add up and press digital witnesses whose stories never quite line up. Every puzzle you crack removes a name from the list of suspects. Play as a couple, bring the children along, or send two or three teams out at the same time and turn the investigation into a race - which is what makes this murder mystery game work as well for a team outing as for a day out. The last answer is waiting somewhere in the centre of Arnhem.

Harderwijk becomes the crime scene in this self-guided detective game, where the clues are hidden in plain sight in the streets around you. The case is the murder of Balthasar, and the evidence is scattered across the old centre - past Vischpoort, Stadsmuseum Harderwijk, Grote Kerk Harderwijk and Oude stadsmuur. You decode messages, photograph what does not add up and press digital witnesses whose stories never quite line up. Every puzzle you crack removes a name from the list of suspects. Play as a couple, bring the children along, or send two or three teams out at the same time and turn the investigation into a race - which is what makes this murder mystery game work as well for a team outing as for a day out. The last answer is waiting somewhere in the centre of Harderwijk.

Being on the water on a canoe is a great relaxing experience and a great way to explore the hidden gems of Amsterdam East. The areas we will paddle are quite on the water, especially in the morning. We'll take it easy, young and old will be able to keep it up. There is a speed trap somewhere along the waterway, I'll challenge the restless among you to have a go! There's no need to fear to get a wet suit, but of course you cannot prevent some splashing drops your fancy shoes. Don't wear your best shoes & pants, don't bring laptops and other things that don't particularly like water. There will be dry bags to put some things, but better safe then sorry. The ending point is a small swim spot for locals, feel free to hang out after our tour!

Discover a side of Amsterdam that most tourists miss on a bike tour of the Dutch capital. Uncover hidden gems, street art, and architectural marvels as your guide leads the way through old industrial zones and bustling ship docks that reveal authentic Amsterdam, saving you the hassle of navigating. You'll also explore the hip district of Amsterdam North.

This 1.5-hour guided Amsterdam Light Festival bike tour offers an intimate journey through the city’s illuminated streets and canals, showcasing its iconic landmarks in a whole new light. Cycling, Amsterdam’s favorite way to explore, lets you fully experience the magic of this annual event while connecting with the city’s vibrant culture. Along the way, we’ll stop at stunning light installations, perfect for capturing unforgettable photos, as we share stories about Amsterdam’s history, art, and traditions. Whether it’s your first visit or you’re a seasoned explorer, this tour combines adventure and cultural discovery for an enchanting evening ride!

This is the only Dutch landscape walking tour in the Leiden area, which is also close to the Dutch flower fields. This tour can be combined with a visit to the Dutch flower fields close to Leiden as well (in the vehicle)

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.

With one simple booking, this tour allows you to see a wide range of Dutch sights—from tulip gardens to windmills, a traditional farm, and a picturesque village. Travel from Amsterdam with a small group of other travelers as your guide shares the history behind the attractions—you learn plenty of things that the average traveler doesn’t.

Take in the Dutch capital’s yearly Winter Light Art Festival from a different perspective on this boat tour. Sail through Amsterdam’s canals from a fully-heated boat and enjoy a glass of Gluhwein or two. A romantic date night activity and a comfortable way to see the spectacular light displays, this 90-minute tour is a great way to wrap up a day spent in this European city.

There's only one way to celebrate King's Day when in Amsterdam—cruising the canals onboard a party boat. The national holiday sees the city come to life with residents dressing in bright orange clothing and letting off steam—a vantage point on the water is the perfect place to feel right at the heart of the action. Celebrate like a local and enjoy unlimited drinks (including beer, wine, and soda) as you set sail through the city. Onboard music keeps the festive vibes going throughout.