Top Netherlands Sightseeing Tours in 2026

Most visitors reach the Zaanse Schans by tour bus. You'll arrive the way everything once arrived here: over the water. The Verbetering is an original 1916 Dutch cargo barge and certified museum ship, one of the last historic ships still allowed to moor in Amsterdam. This day retraces her own freight route, sailed by the family that owns her: out across the IJ from minutes beyond Central Station, through the locks and onto the river Zaan, until the windmills rise ahead of the bow. Ashore you have two full hours, the complete Zaanse Schans ticket included: two working windmills, the Zaans Museum and Verkade Experience, the World of Windmills, the Weavers' House, the Zaan Time Museum and a clog-making workshop. Nothing to book, nothing to queue for. Home goes the long way, across the polder and down a centuries-old tow canal, never more than 12 guests aboard and always a dry seat. Years from now you'll still tell people about the day you sailed a real cargo ship to the windmills!

Capture Leiden is a photography workshop first and a city walk second. Rather than simply being shown postcard viewpoints, you receive practical coaching in light, composition, framing, perspective, reflections and visual storytelling—then apply each skill immediately in historic Leiden. Small groups allow for individual feedback, and any phone or camera is welcome. Leiden’s canals, windmills, medieval streets and monumental architecture become a relaxed outdoor classroom, helping you create stronger images today and develop skills you can use on every future trip.

Step inside Amsterdam’s historic Keizersgrachtkerk for a concert unlike the usual classical performance. EYRA Live combines piano, cello, harp and voice with cinematic light and atmospheric soundscapes in one continuous 75-minute journey. The space, music and light move together to create an immersive experience designed to pull you out of the noise of the city. A unique evening to be seen, heard and felt.

On a private tour, you decide when to arrive: early, while the mills are opening and the paths are still quiet, or later, once the groups have gone. The difference is what you hear along the way. Inside a historic house, you'll see the cupboard beds built into the walls, where whole families slept almost upright. At the clog workshop, you'll learn why a young man once spent weeks carving and painting a pair for his bride — and how you could judge him by the result. You'll discover the story behind the oorijzer, the silver ornament worn beneath a woman's cap, which told everyone which village she came from and what her family could afford. And you'll learn to read the language of the mills — how millers signalled to each other across the fields before telephones existed. How long you spend at each stop is entirely up to you. Some guests want the mills and nothing else; others linger over the food or walk along the river, where nobody goes.

Explore the contrasting worlds of Rotterdam and Delft in a single day. Begin in Rotterdam, where a 3-hour walking tour highlights its iconic architecture like the Cube Houses and Markthal. Discover local life, WWII history, and unique stories as you stroll past the Erasmus Bridge and Witte de Withstraat. Then, take a train to Delft for a 2-hour exploration of its picturesque canals, historic churches, and charming streets. Learn about the Dutch Royal Family and the artistry of Delft Blue pottery in an engaging, conversational manner. Enjoy personal recommendations for dining and more after the tour wraps up. - 3-hour walking tour of Rotterdam’s modern architecture and history - Train ride to Delft for a 2-hour exploration of its charming streets - Discover iconic sites like Markt Square, Nieuwe Kerk, and Oude Kerk - Receive insider tips on local restaurants and attractions after the tour

A walk through the old centre with a game waiting at every stop: draw what you see and let the others guess, spot the differences at the Koppelpoort, estimate the height of the Lieve Vrouwetoren. No skill needed, an 8-year-old has as good a chance as a 48-year-old. Perfect for families and people who like games. About 1.5–2 hours, 2–20 players per team.

Enjoy a private day out to Giethoorn in a Mercedes V-Class or Vito minivan reserved for your group. We collect you from your chosen address within 25 km of Amsterdam Centraal and return you there after the trip. Leave the driving and parking to your driver who speaks English, Arabic and Dutch while you explore the village independently. Stroll past canals, wooden footbridges and thatched farmhouses, relax by the water or choose an optional boat trip at your own expense. Your driver remains available for the return journey. The outing normally lasts approximately 6.5–7 hours, including travel and around 3.5 hours in Giethoorn. We agree the pickup schedule in advance and plan to return to Amsterdam no later than 20:00. The price is for your private vehicle; boat hire, museum admission, meals and other optional activities are not included.

Explore Zaanse Schans, Volendam and Marken on an 8-hour private trip in a Mercedes V-Class or Vito minivan. Your included driver speaks English, Arabic and Dutch. Pickup and return are included within 25 km of Amsterdam Centraal; daily pickup is arranged between 09:00 and 11:00. Explore at your own pace and coordinate the stops with your driver. Visit cheese-making and wooden-shoe (clog) workshops, where you can browse and buy local products. Purchases are optional and paid separately. Zaanse Schans village access is free. Optional admission is extra: one windmill €7.50/adult or €3.75/child (4–17); Zaanse Schans Ticket €29.50/adult or €20/child (4–17). Under 4s enter free. An optional independent English-speaking guide for Volendam and Marken costs €199 for 1.5 hours for the whole group. Ferry tickets, meals and other drinks are extra. Road transport to Marken is included if you skip the ferry.

Exhausted from planning your trip? Say goodbye to travel stress! Zaanse Schans Windmills or Giethoorn Village? We visit these two absolute highlights in one single day! We travel in a small group (max 8), and set out to discover the enchanting Dutch landscape in a comfortable, relaxed, and carefree atmosphere. Exactly the way travel is meant to be! We’re excited and all set to go!

Exhausted from planning your trip? Say goodbye to travel stress! Zaanse Schans or Giethoorn? Visit these two absolute highlights in one single day! You will be picked up from your accommodation by one of our experienced drivers with a premium vehicle. This experience is setting out to explore the enchanting Dutch landscape and historic culture. Do so in a comfortable, relaxed, and carefree way - Exactly the way travel is meant to be! We’re excited and all set to go!

Meet new people and discover Amsterdam’s nightlife with The Crawlers, founded by two Italians who made the city their home. Enjoy a personal welcome from hosts who help people connect, whether you arrive solo, with friends or to celebrate something special. Your night includes entry to four bars and one club in Amsterdam’s city centre, five welcome shots served by the participating venues, and selected drink discounts. Discover different atmospheres, get to know fellow travelers and finish the evening on the dance floor. The Crawlers gets you inside the venues and help everyone settle into the group. Guests make their own way between stops using venue locations and suggested timings shared through WhatsApp; there is no escorted walking tour between venues. The experience lasts approximately four hours. Participants must be aged 18 or over and bring valid photo identification.

Travel through eight centuries of Dutch history in a single day. We begin in Rotterdam, home to the largest port in Europe and the birthplace of the country’s boldest, most imaginative cityscape. On this first stop, we’ll discover how this city managed to reinvent itself and rise from its ashes after being almost completely destroyed during World War II. From Rotterdam’s grit and character, we then move on to the refined elegance of one of this country’s best-kept secrets: the city of Delft, birthplace of Vermeer and the famous Blueware pottery, a living, breathing postcard of the Dutch Golden Age. Finally, we head to The Hague, seat of the Dutch government and official residence to the House of Orange, the royal family of the Netherlands. Here we will also discover the Peace Palace, home to the International Court of Justice, the highest court of the United Nations.

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.

Avoid the crowds and gain intimate insight into Amsterdam on a private sightseeing trip. Enjoy seamless round-trip transfer between landmarks via a Wi-Fi-equipped vehicle from your hotel, and see parts of Amsterdam that you might miss if exploring alone. Benefit from the flexibility of a private tour and choose a departure time to suit you.

Enjoy a half day Sightseeing tour to the windmills, the countryside, a local cheese and clogs factory and Volendam. You will visit a unique Dutch park called the Zaanse Schans not far from Amsterdam. Here are the most special Windmills. You will get the Windmills tickets from your private guide. You will visit the Paint mill and the Saw mill. Thereafter you will see a demonstration how Dutch clogs are made and there is a possibility to buy clogs/wooden shoes and souvenirs. The second stop will be at the Henri Willig farm where they will teach you how they treat their cows and there is a possibility to see how they milk the cows and you can see and touch the baby cows. Thereafter it is time to taste more than 30 flavors of very nice Dutch cheese for free! At last you will visit Volendam where you can lunch in one of the best fish restaurants in town, buy some very nice Dutch waffles or enjoy the nice Harbor of Volendam. Duration is 5 hours and the pick up/drop off is in Amsterdam.

Enjoy a half day Sightseeing tour to the windmills, the countryside, a local cheese and clogs factory and Volendam. You will visit a unique Dutch park called the Zaanse Schans not far from Amsterdam. Here are the most special Windmills. You will get 2x Windmills tickets from your private guide. You will visit the Paint mill and the Saw mill. Thereafter you will see a demonstration how Dutch clogs are made and there is a possibility to buy clogs/wooden shoes and souvenirs. The second stop will be at the Henri Willig farm where they will teach you how they treat their cows and there is a possibility to see how they milk the cows and you can see and touch the baby cows. Thereafter it is time to taste more than 30 flavors of very nice Dutch cheese for free! At last you will visit Volendam where you can lunch in one of the best fish restaurants in town, buy some very nice Dutch waffles or enjoy the nice Harbor of Volendam. Duration is 5.5 hours and the pick up/drop off is in Amsterdam.

Enjoy a private tour in the beautiful city Amsterdam. Meet your private driver/host in the lobby of your hotel and set off on a leisurely drive through the city’s most interesting quarters. Along the way, learn the history behind these iconic spots and hear some little-known artistic history that surrounds a statute near Rembrandt’s house. Learn about the Anne Frank story and Amsterdam’s diverse cultural heritage on a drive through the old Jewish district. Stop for photos at the most picturesque area of Amsterdam and stop at the world's only floating flower market founded in 1862. The last stop is at the Gassan Diamond Factory. Here you can visit the Rolex store and you can choose if you will have a Diamond Experience Tour with one of Gassan's guide. Experience the craftsmanship of the diamond cutters and see the process of transforming a rough diamond into a dazzling brilliant, while a guide explains the origins of diamonds and the history of the diamond industry in Amsterdam.

Delve deeper into the unique aspects of Dutch history on a private tour of Volendam and Zaanse Schans, a scenic part of the Netherlands’ countryside famed for its windmills, clogs, and cheese factories. Ideal for first-time visitors, this private tour guarantees the undivided attention of your guide and eliminates the stress of car hire and navigation by transporting you between dispersed attractions in climate controlled comfort.

Venture out of the bustling city of Amsterdam and visit the windmills of Zaanse Schans and the quaint village of Volendam on a private day trip. See wooden houses, the bakery museum, a cheese factory, and much more as you stroll around the 18th-century village. Then head to the village of Volendam to visit the Irene Hoeve Farm where they make delicious Gouda cheese and traditional Dutch clogs and soak up the charm of the fishing village of Volendam.

Discover the highlights of Antwerp and Brussels on a private sightseeing day trip from Amsterdam, complete with hotel pickup and drop-off in a comfortable Mercedes vehicle. Capture photos at landmarks like Antwerp Central Station, the Atomium, and the Royal Palace. Enjoy free time to explore the Grand Place and city centers at your own pace. A relaxing, personalized way to explore Belgium’s gems in one day.

Enjoy a half day Sightseeing tour to the windmills, a cheese and clogs factory and the Iconic Rijksmuseum. You will visit a unique Dutch park called the Zaanse Schans not far from Amsterdam. You will visit the windmill where Rembrandt purchased his paint in the past. Thereafter you will see how we make the original Dutch clogs and there is a possibility to buy cheese, nice Dutch waffles, clogs/wooden shoes and souvenirs. Thereafter it is time to taste more than 30 flavors of very nice Dutch cheese for free! After the Windmills your driver/host will take you to the Rijksmuseum where you will have free time to explore this iconic museum by yourself. The Rijksmuseum is a must-visit for any culture lover. The Rijksmuseum houses more than 8,000 works of art from Dutch and European history, including masterpieces by Rembrandt, Vermeer and Van Gogh. Duration of the tour will be approx. 5 hours and the pick up and drop off is in Amsterdam.

Enjoy a private round trip (Max 4 persons) from Amsterdam & immerse yourself in the beauty of Giethoorn and Dutch countryside. Explore Giethoorn, the 'Venice of the North', by taking a canal cruise ride and walking through the beautiful village. - Small Private tour (Max 4 persons) to Giethoorn from Amsterdam. - Canal Cruise ride (1 hr approx) in Giethoorn is included in the price. - Enjoy some free time walking through the tiny streets of Giethoorn. - Ride through beautiful Dutch countryside / villages on our way to Giethoorn.

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.

This extensive town walk concludes with an exclusive visit to the White House, the very first skyscraper in Europe. From its roof garden you have a splendid view of the city, the old harbours, the southern part of Rotterdam and of the Nieuwe Maas river! Guided Walking Tour Rotterdam city centre, included visit White House. During the Rotterdam citywalk you’ll see the most interesting places, squares and buildings, and your guide will tell you the history and stories behind each one.The relatively short distances make a walk along these beautiful sights the perfect way to discover Rotterdam. Enjoy all that the city of Rotterdam has to offer!