Top Netherlands Tours, Sightseeing & Cruises

Trade Amsterdam’s bustle for the tranquility of the Dutch countryside—and enjoy a personalized sightseeing experience—on this private, half-day tour. Following morning pickup from your Amsterdam hotel, hop aboard your comfortable, private vehicle. Your first destination in Zaanse Schans, where you can admire its windmills. Next, head to the Volendam fishing village.

Amsterdam’s canals are best experienced from the water—but crowded tour boats can feel rushed and impersonal. This private cruise offers a relaxed way to explore the UNESCO World Heritage-listed Amsterdam Canal Ring with just your group on board. As you glide past historic waterways in Amsterdam, your skipper shares local insight and tailors the route to your interests.

Gliding through Amsterdam canals at night, with 17th-century houses and ancient bridges lit up in lights, is magical—especially on this private cruise for two. Feel the romance with your beloved as your captain tells stories. Share a glass of Prosecco and snacks, including local favorites, as you travel. The roof and windows are retractable, while blankets and heated seats keep you warm in winter.

Head to Amsterdam Icebar Xtracold, where you’re treated to three complimentary drinks—while relaxing in a frosty bar where everything, even your drinking glass, is made of ice! Continue this totally ‘cool’ experience by taking a canal sightseeing cruise on a luxury glass-topped boat. It’s the best way to see Amsterdam’s top highlights.

Come home with enchanting photos of Amsterdam, and enjoy taking photos using professional techniques. You’ll spend the day visiting the major sights of the iconic neighborhoods of Amsterdam. An experienced photographer and private tour guide will give you insight into their history while teaching you to capture the perfect shots. Choose between daytime and evening options, based on your needs.

Discover Rotterdam with a local guide on this walking tour, covering top landmarks and hidden gems. Learn all about the history of the city, from its roots in the 1200s and the devastating WWII bombardments, to its post-WWII rebirth, the major harbor, architecture, culture, and beyond. - Some highlights: Cube Houses, Markthal, Old Harbor Erasmus bridge and Art Depot - Some hidden Gems: Veerhaven, Shipping Quarter - Themes: History, Culture, Harbor, WWII, Architecture: Present and Future. - Small group of maximum 15 people. The 2- vs. 3-hour walking tour: In short, the two-hour tour gives you an overview and idea of the city, while the three-hour tour can help you really understand Rotterdam. The routes go even more to the core; the stories are more in-depth, and visualization is even richer. But, you can never go wrong with either choice.

Cruising the canals is one of the best ways to see Amsterdam, but some boat tours can feel crowded and impersonal. Skip those and embark on a private tour in a boat exclusively for your party. The luxe boat is equipped with pillows and in case of rain a roof top. The local skipper will take you through Amsterdam's canals and show you the most beautiful hidden places, while you can enjoy unlimited beer, soda, and wine.

Kickstart your visit to Amsterdam on a private and personalized sightseeing tour of the city’s hot spots and can’t-miss attractions. Stroll through some of the most interesting areas, such as Dam Square and the Red Light District (De Wallen), while a local host shares insight and tips on the best places to shop, dine, and explore like a local.

The Dutch love their bicycles, and there’s no more authentic and sustainable way to explore the countryside than on two wheels. This small-group tour covers the Waterlands, countryside just outside Amsterdam, and visits one of the Netherlands’ few working windmills as well as scenic villages and dairy landscapes. The flat terrain and electric bicycles make this 10-mile (15-kilometer) adventure accessible for a range of fitness levels.

Discover the different facets of Rotterdam at your own pace with a customizable itinerary on this half-day private walking tour. You'll enjoy the city from two perspectives—on land and during a cruise. Wander around Museumpark, the Rotterdam Centrum, and the Old Harbor dating back to the 14th century. Make sure to see Piet Blom’s Cubic Houses before kicking back on a boat cruise along Rotterdam Harbor.

Every winter, Amsterdam’s UNESCO-listed canals come alive with glittering light sculptures and installations—and this private canal boat tour is the perfect way to view them. Bundle up in cozy clothes, meet your vessel in the city center, and hop aboard. You’ll glide through the city’s picturesque waterways, get up close with the light show, and enjoy hot Gluhwein and traditional Dutch snacks aboard your comfortable, heated boat.

Benefit from a private full-day sightseeing tour into the southern or northern part of the Netherlands with deluxe transportation from Rotterdam. Visit classic Dutch destinations like Delft, the Hague, Gouda, and Leiden, or take in the Polder landscape of windmills, canals and lakes. You can see tulip fields in the spring, and an Amsterdam city tour or tulip tour can be included as your guide personalizes the tour to your interests.

Gain an authentic perspective of Amsterdam on a private bike tour of its rustic highlights, away from the hustle and bustle of the city center. Benefit from your native guide’s insights as you explore hamlets, castles, and even a cheese farm, and capture memorable snaps of scenic windmills and canals along the way.

Knowing where to stop for food in Amsterdam takes local knowledge, something most travelers arrive without. Skip the guesswork as you cross the city on a guided bike tour, stopping to snack on classic Dutch foods paired with classic drinks. Try Dutch-Indonesian dishes, tasty fried fish bites, mini pancakes, and more. End the experience with your appetite thoroughly satisfied.

Explore one of the world's most bike-friendly cities like a local on this two-wheeled private tour of Amsterdam’s best sights. Covering lots of ground in a short time, this tour is perfect for getting to grips with cycling around the city and includes visits to some of Amsterdam's most important landmarks and interesting places.

Delve into traditional Dutch culture on a private countryside tour from Amsterdam. Skip the hassle of renting a car and navigating country roads, as a dedicated driver makes it easy to travel from the capital to charming villages like Zaanse Schans, Irene Hoeve, and Volendam. See working windmills, visit a cheese factory, watch how wooden clogs are made, and get tips on the top riverside restaurants for an authentic Dutch lunch.

Brussels and Bruges sit a long way from Amsterdam, and seeing both in a day by train means tight connections. Get there stress-free onboard a private vehicle, with a guided visit to the UNESCO World Heritage-listed Grand-Place in Brussels before continuing to Bruges. Free time along the way leaves room to shop for Belgian chocolate.

Enjoy an intimate atmosphere and a dedicated guide on this private half-day tour of Amsterdam's Jewish Quarter. Your local host's commentary focuses on Anne Frank's story and the Netherlands' role in World War II. Visit the Portuguese Synagogue, Jewish Museum, and other key Jewish landmarks. Booking a private tour ensures plenty of time for questions and discussion.

Paddle through Old Holland’s Waterland, home to traditional Dutch villages, on a canoe tour from Amsterdam. Enjoy the sound of birdsong and scents of wild plants; glide past reedbeds and weatherboarded villages, and hear about the region’s traditional way of life from your guide, who offers insight you won't find in the guidebook. Stop for a swim if the weather allows, and visit an island for a picnic of local produce. Numbers limited for a small-group experience that comes with plenty of personalized attention.

Go beyond simple sightseeing as you visit the Rijksmuseum for this private tour led by a trained art historian, with your skip-the-line tickets conveniently included. As you explore the extensive collections, you’ll learn about the work of Rembrandt, Van Gogh, and Vermeer, gain insights into Dutch art history, and hear stories about the individual works you’re viewing. Expect to see masterpieces as well as hidden gems you might have missed.

Treat yourself to an Amsterdam dinner cruise with a difference, and book a private experience with food from a favorite city restaurant. Before the canal cruise starts, you’ll choose from a selection of popular Amsterdam restaurants for your group. Then, once on board, you’ll each choose a 2-course meal and drinks from the menu. Crowd-free sights of Amsterdam attractions like the Magere Brug are included on the route.

Don’t let windows obstruct your view of Amsterdam’s UNESCO-listed canals—instead, cruise the Dutch capital’s charming waterways on an open-air boat that promises unrivaled vistas of the waterfront architecture. Upgrade to include a craft cocktail to sip as you sail and relish being far from the land-based crowds for a more relaxed experience.

The Rijksmuseum’s 80 galleries house more than 8,000 artworks, which can make exploring overwhelming for first timers. Instead, simplify your sightseeing on this private tour, which whisks you straight to the highlights. Discover works by Dutch masters like Rembrandt and Vermeer, as well as hidden gems of the collection. As you go, your guide's stories help bring the masterpieces to life.

Delve into the city of Maastricht with local guides to show you and a small group the highlights of the city. See Vrijthof Square, Helpoort, Dominicanerkerk, and more on this guided interactive walking tour. Hear personal local stories from your guides and learn all about what life is like in Maastricht, both in the past and the present.