Top Netherlands Outdoor Activities - page 35

Explore Amsterdam's famous Red Light District with the expert-led tour! This isn't just a walk; it's a journey into the heart of one of the world's most fascinating and misunderstood neighborhoods. Step beyond the stereotypes and discover the rich history of De Wallen, Amsterdam's oldest and most iconic quarter. The local guides will lead you through the labyrinth of medieval streets, sharing captivating stories about the area's evolution from a bustling 13th-century port to its modern-day status. You'll uncover hidden gems, from the stunning Oude Kerk (Old Church) and its fascinating history, to the secret "Our Lord in the Attic" church. We’ll also shed light on the unique culture of the district, discussing the lives of the people who live and work here. The tour is designed to be respectful, insightful, and safe. We prioritize education over sensationalism, providing an accurate look at the policies of this liberal city.

Experience Amsterdam’s picturesque canals aboard a private saloon boat, a beautifully restored classic vessel designed for comfort and elegance. Glide through iconic waterways, taking in the historic bridges and charming canal houses from the cozy indoor lounge. Perfect for couples, families, and small groups, this exclusive cruise offers a personalized touch with your own professional skipper. Enhance your journey with optional drinks and snacks, or savor the enchanting Amsterdam Light Festival illuminated from the water. - Enjoy a private luxury saloon boat exclusively for your group - Guided by an experienced local skipper with optional live commentary - Choose from options including drinks, snacks, or special Light Festival routes - Discover unique views of Amsterdam’s historic canals and bridges

Get on board of one of the comfortable boats. Sail the canals and experience Amsterdam in peace from the water. Captain will make sure that you have the best canal cruise of your life! He/she will guide you through the canals of Amsterdam and tell you everything you have always wanted to know. From the comfort of boat you can enjoy Amsterdam from the water. Listen to the captain telling you some fun stories about Amsterdam while you are consuming the included drinks. Please select a preferred date and time to view the various ticketing options. We look forward to welcoming you on board of one of the open boats for a cruise!

Step aboard one of our comfortable open boats and discover the peaceful charm of Amsterdam from the water. Our experienced captain will guide you through the city's iconic canals, sharing fascinating stories and fun facts along the way—everything you’ve always wanted to know about Amsterdam! From the comfort of our boat, you'll see Amsterdam from a whole new perspective. Please select your preferred date and time to view available ticket options. We look forward to welcoming you on board for an unforgettable canal cruise!

Step aboard our fully electric, comfortable boat and enjoy the cruise through the charming, narrow canals of Amsterdam’s Old City Centre. Along the way, our knowledgeable captain and friendly host will share fascinating stories and highlight key landmarks of this magical city. To make your experience even more special, our crew creates a warm, home-like atmosphere by sharing personal insights and making you feel right at home. Two drinks are included with your cruise, so sit back, relax, and soak in the beauty of Amsterdam from the water.

Discover the fascinating world of diamonds with the See Diamonds in Style Tour at HOUSE of GASSAN. This exclusive 45-minute experience takes you behind the scenes of the iconic diamond polishing factory, where master craftsmen transform rough diamonds into breathtaking creations — including the world-renowned GASSAN 121 cut. While enjoying a glass of champagne, you’ll discover the rich history of GASSAN and explore an impressive collection of fine jewelry and luxury watches. Your visit concludes with a personalized shopping experience in the elegant showroom, surrounded by exquisite pieces from prestigious international brands. Tour highlights: 45-minute guided tour in an intimate group led by an expert guide Insight into the diamond polishing process and the 4 C’s Champagne while exploring the showroom and boutique Personal shopping experience featuring an exclusive jewelry and watch collection Small group setting for a more personal experience

Discover the highlights of the Netherlands in one well-organized day trip, without the hassle of planning. Travel with a local guide to Keukenhof and continue past colourful flower fields to Zaanse Schans, famous for its windmills and wooden clogs. Along the way, enjoy cultural experiences like a cheese tasting, a shoe-making demonstration, and a windmill visit — all while relaxing in comfortable transport with live multilingual commentary.

Discover the magic of Amsterdam’s canals at sunset and unwind on an open boat away from the crowds. Feel free to Bring Your Own snacks, drinks & 420 supplies for a truly local experience. Standard tours often come with overpriced drink packages and restrictive menus. We do things differently. To keep your experience affordable and exactly to your taste, we operate a Bring Your Own policy. Friendly 420 BYO tour on an open boat (no roof). - BRING YOUR OWN delicious drinks (alcohol allowed), favorite snacks & smoke supplies! - Forgot something? Grab refreshments at the Albert Heijn supermarket just 20 meters around the corner from the boarding point. - We depart from Leidsekade 98, close to the iconic The Bulldog Palace—a famous shop located in a former police station. Witness the sunset over 750 years of history. Explore highlights like the Dancing Houses and Seven Bridges on an open boat tour. Enjoy live English commentary as you navigate from the Old City Wall to the Amstel river.

Each year in spring more than seven million tulips, daffodils, and hyacinths bring an incredible amount of colors and fragrances to the 32 hectares of Keukenhof, the famous flower park in the province of South-Holland. The gardens are part of the 15th-century estate of Slot Teylingen and used to be the castle's kitchen garden. In 2026 the park opens its doors from the 19th of March until the 10th of May. Our driver will pick you up and bring you to Keukenhof in the city of Lisse, a 45-60-minute ride. You will have plenty of time to explore the beautiful gardens, after which you can decide to continue exploring other parts of the Netherlands or go back to your accommodation.

Pedal through Amsterdam’s famously bike-friendly streets with a 3-hour, private bike tour of the city with a local guide. Get a personal orientation of neighborhoods and landmarks as you trace a route from the city center to Dam Square, the West Church and the Museum Quarter. Turn into the Vondelpark to explore lush paths and tree-shaded trails. Enjoy the flexibility of a private tour to customize the itinerary to your interests, with the option to visit the Canal Belt, Red Light District or roads along the Amstel River.

Step aboard one of your luxurious, fully electric boats for a comfortable and scenic journey through the heart of the city. This 1-hour canal cruise Amsterdam is the perfect way to experience the historic waterways in a relaxing and family-friendly setting. With a small group size, this cruise offers a more personal experience, allowing you to take in the city’s charm from the best vantage point—the water.

Launching from the prestigious Hotel De L'Europe in Amsterdam, this cruise has luxury at its heart. Not only will guests get to see this gorgeous city, but they will be seeing it from Freddy Heineken's person favorite boat that he enjoyed on a weekly basis. • Luxury semi-private setting • 1.5-hour extended cruising time • Two premium drinks included • Historic salon boat with intimate seating • Departure from a 5-star hotel location This cruise is 18+ only.

Discover the heart of Amsterdam on a 1.5-hour bike tour that takes you through the city's vibrant neighborhoods and iconic landmarks. With a local guide, navigate scenic paths and bustling streets to see highlights like the Rijksmuseum, Vondelpark, and the Magere Brug. This tour is ideal for those short on time but eager to absorb the city's charm and culture. Suitable for riders aged 12 and above, the Essentials Bike Tour ensures a fun, efficient, and engaging experience. - 1.5-hour guided bike tour of Amsterdam's key highlights - Cycle at a comfortable pace suitable for confident riders aged 12 and up - Maximum group size of 15 for an intimate experience - Includes a Dutch bicycle and local guide to share insights about the city

Enjoy spotting some of Amsterdam’s most famous landmarks from the calm waters of its iconic canals on a luxury cruise. Sit back and relax as your captain steers you under dainty bridges and through Amsterdam’s many unique neighborhoods, and learn about the history of each specific area and their historic buildings from your guide. Sip on a glass of wine or a beer and take it easy.

Learn all about different sides of Dutch culture, from tulips to cheese, on this private experience from Amsterdam. Get picked up straight from your accommodation, and let your driver navigate the city’s cycle traffic for you while you sit back and relax. See sprawling, colorful tulip fields, taste your choice of 30 different cheeses, visit a clogs factory, and more.

Start the fun sooner when you are collected by a private driver from your address in Amsterdam and follow the most efficient route to Efteling amusement park. Your skip-the-line tickets are already included, so you’re ready to explore the park and hop on a ride as soon as you arrive. One of the most visited theme parks in Europe, there are rides for young children and grown-up thrill seekers too.

Instead of fighting your way through Amsterdam’s public transport, enjoy a truly seamless experience with this private transfer service to Keukenhof Gardens. Sit back, relax, and enjoy the countryside views from the comfort of your private car while your driver does all the hard work for you from beginning to end.

Ditch the Amsterdam crowds and immerse yourself in scenic countryside and famous Dutch flowers with the help of a private guide. Take some time for yourself to explore the village of Giethoorn, and depending on the availability, pick your very own Dutch tulips as you explore through the flower fields.

Enjoy a full day immersing yourself among the beautiful flowers at Keukenhof Garden, one of the largest and most spectacular flower gardens in the world. Also, enjoy the Dutch countryside filled with windmills and silent canals. Get to see how world famous Dutch cheese is made and get to try them yourself. And, visit a clog factory to discover the secrets of this typical Dutch shoe - Enjoy a day away from the crowded city of Amsterdam - Get a private tour to the Keukenhof flower Garden. - Visit the beautiful Dutch village filled with Dutch Windmills. - Visit a wooden show factory - Witness interiors of one of the windmills & see how it actually functions. - Visit a local cheese producer where you can learn about Gouda and Edam cheese. - Enjoy free time to explore by foot, enjoy some beer or chocolate, or shop for souvenirs. - The tour is customisable. So if you have other wishes, I can try to accommodate it within the tour time.

But once a year, the flower fields surrounding Amsterdam burst into bloom. Ensure you don't miss this time-limited natural spectacle on a tulip fields tour from the Dutch capital, which includes transportation and tickets to the family-owned Tulip Experience. You'll learn about the growing process in the indoor museum before posing for photos in the glorious gardens.

This treasure hunt is a fun and engaging way to explore Amsterdam together, turning the city into your playing field. After a short welcome and introduction, teams head out on their own to solve clues and complete creative challenges at well-known locations throughout the city. What makes this experience special is the strong focus on teamwork, interaction, and friendly competition. Instead of following a fixed tour, participants actively work together, communicate, and think creatively while discovering Amsterdam in a playful way. The challenges are designed to be accessible and entertaining for everyone, making the experience ideal for team-building events, company outings, and groups of friends. With all materials provided and plenty of room for collaboration, this treasure hunt offers a relaxed, social, and memorable way to enjoy the city together.

You will discover the beautiful and authentic part of the Zaan region by bicycle and by boat with this unique cycling and sailing through the Zaan region tour. First you cycle along the banks of the Alkmaardermeer over a part of the so-called ferry route. You cycle through the countryside and small villages and on your way you occasionally cross a small canal with a ferry that in some cases you also have to operate yourself.

Take a guided bike excursion from Amsterdam to see the Dutch countryside. Touring 7-gear suspension bike is included in this tour. Explore a variety of UNESCO-listed canals, farmlands, antique windmills, and traditional Dutch landscapes. Make a detour to taste some Dutch cheese. Cycle through the serene calm that permeates the quaint medieval village of Broek in Waterland. Explore the picturesque town of Monnickendam, a gem of Dutch national heritage. Visit the Irene Hoeve to learn more about the traditional way to make clogs and taste some of the best Dutch Cheese. Feel like you have stepped into a Dutch painting. Zunderdorp is a village of about 400 inhabitants, located near Amsterdam and has a strong community as well as a rich history. See the famous Ransdorpertower and the city hall of this medieval town just outside of Amsterdam.

WHAT TO EXPECT A full-day excursion from Amsterdam to Keukenhof Gardens will allow you to fully appreciate The Netherlands’ colourful beauty. Take a windmill cruise through the stunning Dutch landscapes, which are peppered with famous windmills, and lose yourself in the world of tulips at a tulip farm. SCENIC DRIVE We begin your tour with a lovely ride through the bulbflower area in Lisse, which is only a short ride from Amsterdam. TULIP FARM VISIT Visit a tulip farm and enjoy the tulip fields, show garden and greenhouse. Lovely activity for kids. WINDMILL BOAT CRUISE Admire Dutch scenery from the unusual vantage point of the river while taking a leisurely one-hour windmill tour and watching numerous Dutch windmills in work. KEUKENHOF Keukenhof, the world’s largest and most beautiful garden. It is situated in the heart of South Holland’s tulip area. At the Keukenhof Gardens, you will receive your skip-the-line entrance tickets which are included in this excursion. Travel time.