Top North Holland Tours by Duration

Are you a cruise passenger docking in Amsterdam and eager to immerse yourself in the rich history and captivating atmosphere of this Dutch gem? If this is your first visit to this iconic port, we warmly invite you to join an exceptional full-day shore excursion designed to delight and inspire. Discover Amsterdam’s most celebrated landmarks, soak in the lively ambiance on a scenic canal cruise, and enjoy free time in the city center to explore at your own pace. Expert guides are dedicated to making your experience truly special, ensuring you appreciate every facet of Amsterdam’s distinctive charm. For your convenience, we provide seamless transportation, allowing you to relax and enjoy your journey from start to finish. Don’t miss this opportunity—book now and let us reveal the many treasures of Amsterdam, just as we locals cherish them.

Experience the best of Amsterdam on this 5-hour city tour combined with a relaxing canal cruise. Drive through the city and see all the major highlights, from historic landmarks and world-famous museums to charming streets and iconic squares. The tour culminates in a scenic canal cruise, offering a unique perspective of Amsterdam’s picturesque canals, bridges, and waterfront life. Learn fascinating stories about the city’s history, art, and culture while enjoying a comfortable and engaging sightseeing experience. Perfect for first-time visitors and returning travelers alike, this tour provides an unforgettable, all-in-one experience of Amsterdam’s most captivating sights.

This exclusive private minivan tour offers a deeply personalized experience through the Netherlands' most picturesque destinations: Zaanse Schans, Volendam, Edam, and Marken. Unlike larger group tours, this intimate journey allows you to explore iconic windmills, traditional crafts, and coastal villages at your own pace, ensuring a rich, immersive cultural experience. Perfect for families, couples, and cultural enthusiasts, this tour culminates in Amsterdam with a visit to a top attraction of your choice, making it an unforgettable exploration of Dutch heritage.

Just half an hour from Amsterdam, Haarlem delights visitors with its cobblestone streets, medieval character, gabled houses, tulip scene, and, yes, its food. On this small-group tour, you’ll follow your local guide to the city’s best foodie spots, bar none, sitting down to fresh, local, tasty fare—with plenty of views to boot.

Discover the medieval streets of Haarlem, a quaint city just north of Amsterdam, on this walking tour through its old town. With a private guide, walk along the canals and through its alleys to learn more about the history of the old merchant city. Discover important landmarks, including the Grote Markt and St. Bavo Cathedral, as well as hidden gems in the city.

Haarlem is 15 minutes from Amsterdam by direct train and a different world. Older than Amsterdam by 60 years, with a Gothic cathedral, the country's first museum, and more restaurants per resident than any other Dutch city. Small private group up to 12. Three to four hours, 10 tastings at handpicked family-run venues. Indonesian warung opener, artisan cheese, Droste-tradition chocolate, hot Dutch friet, stamppot, plus a finale with two historic beers, bitterballen and a cheese stick inside a former church turned brewery. Your guide tells the real history. The 1573 siege. Frans Hals, the Dutch master, is buried here. Tulip Mania crashed at a Haarlem auction in 1637. The lying stones at Teylers Museum. For couples, families and corporate teams. Vegetarian, pescetarian and gluten-free accommodated. Tours in English or Dutch. Optional walking pickup from Haarlem city center hotels.

Make the most of your cruise stop with a private shore excursion from IJmuiden Cruise Port. Your experienced local driver meets you at the terminal and takes you on a relaxed journey through Amsterdam or the Dutch countryside—without crowded coaches or fixed schedules. Choose to explore Amsterdam's canals, historic neighborhoods and famous landmarks, or visit Zaanse Schans with its iconic windmills or the fishing village of Volendam. Your itinerary is fully customized to your interests and available time. Why travelers choose this tour: • Private tour for your group only • Pickup & drop-off at IJmuiden Cruise Port • Flexible itinerary tailored to your wishes • Comfortable Mercedes vehicle • Guaranteed return before your ship departs • Ideal for families, couples, seniors and small groups Relax while we take care of the driving, timing and logistics.

We go hiking in a small group, sometimes privately over the Zaanse Schans. I am a certified Guide and will give you a lot of information about the highlights. The walk will show you the Albert Heijn museum shop, the clog factory and the cheese factory, and we will taste cheese and of course to the windmills, entrance not included.

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.

We are feed the Nomads!, a small and personal Dutch tour operator that organizes guided tours in and around Haarlem and Alkmaar. We offer authentic, informative, small scale, personal and fun tours. We believe in the Good, Clean and Fair principles. Our local guides will to take you to places unknown to most outsiders and even to many locals! A minimum of 4 guests are required to run a tour. If the number of participants is less than 4 people we could offer you a private tour or we have the right to cancel the tour.

Stroll through the city, while doing a scavenger hunt. Discover new food places. We offer a variety of delicious snacks! At each location you get a clue to find the next place and a bite size snack to keep you going! In this way you will get to know the city of Haarlem in a playful and tasty way. Vegetarian options are also taken into account when requested.

WHY CHOOSE US? Explore the beautiful city center of Alkmaar at your own pace with over 30 fascinating stories. Instead of just pointing out landmarks, we reveal the legends, historic events, and local traditions that have shaped this charming Dutch city. Every story has been carefully selected by a local guide to bring Alkmaar's rich history to life. During this walking tour, you'll visit the iconic Waagplein, stroll along picturesque canals, admire the impressive Grote Sint-Laurenskerk, and wander through hidden courtyards and centuries-old streets. With the CityAppTour app, you explore Alkmaar entirely at your own pace. Pause for a coffee on a sunny terrace, visit a museum, or browse one of the local boutiques whenever you like. The tour works completely offline after downloading, so you can simply enjoy the city without worrying about your internet connection.

Discover Giethoorn on a private chauffeur-driven tour from Amsterdam. Travel in a comfortable Mercedes vehicle and enjoy free time to explore the canals, wooden bridges, thatched-roof houses, village paths, shops, and restaurants at your own pace. Your chauffeur will wait while you explore independently. Boat tours, private boat rental, food, drinks, museum tickets, and other paid attractions are not included. Please note: this is a private chauffeur-driven tour. A licensed tour guide is not included.

Discover the vibrant Asian culinary scene of Haarlem on this unique treasure hunt. Visit four different locations, indulging in delicious treats and a refreshing drink at one stop. Each location offers clues leading you to the next culinary delight, making it an interactive and engaging way to explore the city's charming streets and historic buildings. This tour accommodates vegetarians, ensuring everyone can savor the flavors of Asian cuisine. With no guide, this self-paced adventure allows for a fun-filled experience with remote assistance available via WhatsApp. - Explore Haarlem's Asian food scene at four exciting stops - Enjoy 3 food tastings and a drink at one location - Navigate with clues provided at each stop for an engaging experience - Vegetarian options available on request, catering to all dietary preferences

Have you always wanted to see the blooming tulip fields in The Netherlands without the massive crowds? This guided bike tour alongside the Dutch flower fields takes place in the North of The Netherlands. The region you will visit during this tulip fields bike tour in the Holland region is home to the most flower fields in The Netherlands. I'm a born and raised Dutch local from this region and have worked in the tulip industry since I was a young teenager. I have also helped people explore The Netherlands beyond the crowds since 2018. I will show you tulip fields without tourists, have insider information about the tulip and flower industry in The Netherlands and I will be able to tell you a lot about my own region and the history. You will not only see endless tulip fields (pretty close to cities like Amsterdam, Zaandam & Alkmaar), but also historic mounds, water barriers, picturesque villages and more. Enjoy the best of what the Dutch countryside has to offer with a Dutch local.

Explore the city while participating in a scavenger hunt. Discover new food spots along the way! We offer a variety of delicious snacks that show case the best Hoor has to offer. At each location, you’ll receive a clue to find the next spot and a bite-sized snack to keep you energized! This way, you’ll get to know the city of Hoorn in a fun and tasty manner. This tour is for anyone who whould like to explore Hoorn's culinary and history, alone or in a group, whilst being active. Vegetarian options are available upon request.

Explore Haarlems historic center and savor delicious local food. You’ll eat your way through the city as we wander the cobblestone streets discovering hidden gems, funky street art, and incredible entrepreneurs. Haarlem has been voted the gastronomical capital of The Netherlands and not without reason. The food and drink scene is booming! Throughout our adventure, we’ll stop at 7 unique locations. You’ll enjoy some amazing local food and discover how the beer scene in Haarlem is being revived. Our experiences are all about connection. We are on a mission to support local businesses and show off our city through storytelling and food (and drinks, of course!)

This private tour is meant to show and explain you the basics of water(level)management in The Netherlands, a country largely under sea level. We pass by 2 highlights related with keeping The Netherlands dry; a 19th century huge pump and a recently built temporal movable dam which is only closed in case of high sea levels in combination with storms.

It is one of our favorite tours. We designed it for everyone, who is tired of the city bustle; and for those, who do not have a lot of time, but wish to see as much as possible. We will meet you at the train station in Haarlem. We will visit the magnificent main square, The Cathedral of St.Bavon, the meat guild, picturesque courtyards (hofje). On bikes through the dune reserve with fantastic views we will head towards the North Sea up the road, which goes down. Don't be surprised, this is not a figure of speech at all! The bike paths are perfect here, and not a soul on them. If the bike ride is not for you, we can go by bus. It is as picturesque as the bike ride. Along the way we will stop in the National Park to have a picnic there. If we will be lucky, then we will see rabbits, foxes, deer or the highland cattles! And we will definitely see the North Sea! Let's go!:) More tours(food, history, street art, modern art, museums, countryside) in the Netherlands on Snurk.Travel.

Explore the enchanting town of Giethoorn, known as the Venice of the North, on this full-day private tour. Enjoy a walking tour led by your dedicated guide, unveiling the village's waterways, quaint houses, and picturesque countryside. Immerse yourself in the serene canals, charming bridges, and traditional Dutch architecture. Then, enjoy a boat ride to navigate Giethoorn's center followed by free time to explore this unique village independently.

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.

WHY CHOOSE US? Explore the beautiful city-center of Leeuwarden at your own pace. This self-guided audio tour will take you to all the well-known spots and undiscovered gems of Leeuwarden. Go on a journey of discovery with your self-guided audio guide and get to know Leeuwarden and its history in a unique way. - Walk at your own pace - The most beautiful walking routes and best stories - Unexpected discoveries - Personal virtual audio guide in 7 languages - Route guidance via GPS - Works offline

This is not a group tour with headsets and a strict schedule. This is your chance to explore Amsterdam like you're meeting up with a local friend who just happens to know all the best bites, stories, and shortcuts. We created this private layover experience because so many travelers pass through Schiphol without ever getting a real taste of the city. With us, you step off the plane and go straight into a curated adventure — full of Dutch flavors, local history, cheeky stories, and zero tourist traps. Whether it’s your first time in Amsterdam or your tenth, we tailor the tour to your interests, pace, and dietary needs. You’ll taste 10+ local specialties, walk along UNESCO-listed canals, and still make it back to the airport with time to spare — full, happy, and a little more Dutch than when you arrived. “Super smooth, delicious, and back at the airport with time to spare. Zero stress. Felt like hanging out with a local friend — Who drops you off at airport on time.”