Top Netherlands Tours, Sightseeing & Cruises

Get to know Zwolle’s history and sights without the hassle of following a dry guidebook and map with this interactive app-based scavenger hunt. Take in the city at your own pace as you follow clues and solve quizzes on your smartphone, completing the route in just a few hours or pausing to take your time. Learn about the top landmarks and attractions while having fun with friends and family.

Dordrecht is one of the Netherlands' oldest and most fascinating cities. Get insights you won't find in the obvious books on this fun, interactive game that's perfect for families and friends alike. Use GPS and data to follow the map, solving puzzles and challenges as you go, and competing in a team of up to six people. You'll discover squares, streets, monuments, canals, and more.

A historic city with a wealth of Gothic charm, Middelburg is home to around 1,200 listed buildings, some dating back to the 11th century. There's no need for guide books or unwieldy maps—this fun, interactive smartphone app lets you explore using a game approach. Follow the map using GPS (data connection required), solving puzzles and challenges as you go. One download is good for teams of up to six.

Discover top sights in Nijmegen in a fun and interactive way with this self-guided city trail app. Routes are suitable for both Android and iPhone smartphones. Pick your day and time and solve challenges and riddles with friends and family as you explore. Games never expire and are available in multiple languages.

Formally known as 's-Hertogenbosch (Duke's Forest), Den Bosch is best known as the hometown of 15th-century painter Hieronymus Bosch. Discover churches, streets, monuments, statues, and art history tidbits with this fun, interactive smartphone game that's perfect for families and friends alike. Use GPS and data to follow the map, solving puzzles and challenges as you go. Up to six people can compete at any one time.

If you want to explore Utrecht without the hassle of joining a group tour, this app-led city game is perfect for you. Download the app on your phone and play a family-friendly game to learn more about the history and culture of Utrecht. Answer questions about each landmark and listen to tidbits of information from your app to get a well-rounded view of the city.

Discover Eindhoven like a local and with ease when you book this fun experience. This full-day rental includes a self-guided, app-led tour that covers all the main highlights of the city so you get a good overview. Your electric bike features fat wheels for a smoother ride along varying terrains. This is a great way to cover more ground without getting tired or spending money on taxis.

Enjoy a romantic excursion in the heart of Amsterdam with this private canal boat tour. Glide along Amsterdam’s canals in a quiet electric boat as your captain tells romantic tales related to this special city. During the tour, a special moment is created for your proposal with a personalized plan to ensure everything goes smoothly.

Short on sightseeing time? That doesn’t mean you have to compromise on exploring during your Amsterdam vacation. With this group tour, your guide handles the packed itinerary for you, which includes things like a cheese factory in Zaanse Schans and a boat ride in Giethoorn. On top of that, you can request hotel pickup for an even more seamless experience.

Take a deep dive into Dutch art history at Amsterdam’s famous Rijksmuseum, with a guide to help ensure you don’t miss any of the essential pieces. After all, the Rijksmuseum is full to the brim with masterpieces, so it can be hard to know where to start exploring. On top of that, your guide shares the stories behind the art that aren’t in the typical brochures.

Instead of getting tied down to shared canal cruises or expensive private charters, take the helm with this handy boat rental. No license is needed, so you can glide along Amsterdam’s waterways in a way that works for you. With a map and route recommendations, set sail and explore the canals without sharing your space with strangers.

Part scavenger hunt, part city tour, this private self-guided walk challenges you to use your wit while discovering Deventer. This city on the IJssel River is known for well-preserved landmarks, some dating back to the Middle Ages. You and your group will wander around this riverside city while answering trivia questions and seeking out information about various sites in the city.

Get to know Alkmaar better on a fun e-scavenger hunt of the city. Combine the freedom of independent travel with the structure of a guided tour as you follow a trail on your smartphone. Solve riddles and clues as you make your way around the city, and enjoy sightseeing while having fun. Pass many of Alkmaar’s top sights, including the famous cheese market, giving you a good overview.

Leave the crowded tourist boats behind and explore Amsterdam’s canals on a private tour in a traditional Dutch canal boat. Cruise along famous canals, see houseboats, pass the Skinny Bridge and Amstel Locks, and reach the Amstel River. Enjoy an intimate private experience for your group while learning Amsterdam’s history and sipping complimentary beverages.

Enjoy Amsterdam's winter illuminations, without having to plan a walking route to see them all, with this private canal cruise. Take in the Amsterdam Light Festival displays as you sit back and relax in a boat, as your skipper provides commentary on the sights you see. Celebrate the occasion with complimentary soda, beer, and sparkling wine as you sail.

Discover the rich heritage and modern culture of Holland on a private, full-day tour from Amsterdam. Travel with a local guide through the scenic Dutch countryside and neighboring towns, following an itinerary that’s designed just for you and your group. Explore traditional villages of windmills and wooden shoes, visit the hometowns of your ancestors, taste country cuisine or whatever else you choose!

There’s no better way to see Amsterdam than from the water. Elevate the classic canal cruise without busting your budget on this affordable private adventure by open electric boat. Your friendly captain and guide explains exactly what you’re seeing and points out details you might otherwise miss. The convenient flat fare covers groups as large as 12, making this an excellent choice for Amsterdam bachelor or bachelorette parties.

See the sights of the South Holland tulip-growing region the fun and sustainable way, by 2-person Renault Twizy electric microcar, on this self-led tour with GPS navigation and audio guide. Covering about 25 miles (40 kilometers), mainly on country roads, you'll stop at medieval Dever Castle (‘t Huys Dever) and 18th-century Warmond Castle (Huys te Warmont), and visit the grounds of 17th-century Oud Poelgeest Castle and historic Keukenhof Castle.

With the help of your own private guide, discover not just the staggering artworks that the Rijksmuseum contains, but the vital context behind them all that you wouldn’t get from any old brochure. This national museum is full to the brim with masterpieces, and your local art expert guide is on hand to make sure you don’t miss any of the essentials.

The Netherlands is full of picturesque and historic homes, windmills, and its famously flat landscapes with huge skies. Take in the countryside of Holland on this tour of Zaanse Schans, and see the famous windmills, as well as plenty of local sites and interesting nearby locations. Enjoy a boat cruise through Giethoorn, and visit a dairy farm or a fishing village.

Swap time in the airport lounge for a private Amsterdam tour, and use your layover time to sightsee. The perfect way to fill a multi-hour gap, this layover tour includes airport pickup and drop-off, personal transport, and a private guide just for you. How you spend the customizable tour is your call; see the Amsterdam canals, visit the Anne Frank House, get tips for the Rijksmuseum, and more.

Sit back, relax, and enjoy the open bar on board this private cruise along Amsterdam’s famous waterways. Choose your own route or let your captain sail you around their favorite spots in the city while you recline indoors or out on the deck if the weather allows. All you need to worry about is enjoying the scenery with your friends and loved ones.

The tulip fields outside Amsterdam are at their best in spring, but reaching them—along with a working windmill, a traditional Dutch village, and a centuries-old church—requires transport and local knowledge that most visitors don't have time to arrange independently. This tour covers the tulip fields, lunch in the village of Onderdijk near the Geradus Majella church, and a visit to a traditional windmill from 1633 to meet the miller.

One of the fastest ways to get to know a place is through its cuisine, and this walking street food tour through Amsterdam’s De Pijp area is a great introduction to the city. The small group size allows for a more relaxed pace than larger tours, and you’ll sample a wide variety of local foods in just a few hours.