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Discover two of the most iconic Dutch cities on this full-day private tour: Gouda and Delft, each with its own history and world-famous product. In Delft, your guide walks you along the old canals and past historic churches, bringing the stories of Vermeer and William of Orange to life. You visit Royal Delft, the only Delft Blue manufacturer still operating since the 17th century, and you enjoy lunch on a historic square. In Gouda, you explore the market square, admire the 15th-century Town Hall, and see St. John's Church, home to exceptional medieval stained glass. At the old weighing house, you finish with a cheese tasting. Lunch, museum and church admissions, transfers and the cheese tasting are all included. You can start in either city. This is a private tour. You set the pace, and if you have any special requests or an interest in a certain topic, just let us know.

Delft is one of the Netherlands' most beautifully preserved medieval cities, and it also happens to be a great place to try out some local snacks. On this self-guided audio tour, you'll trace Delft's history from its medieval brewing empire to its enduring food traditions, discovering how canals, trade, and a few catastrophic accidents shaped this remarkable city. The tour starts at the Markt, Delft's vast central square, where a weekly market has been held since the 1100s. From there, you'll wind through the city's historic core, past the Beestenmarkt: a former cattle market now lined with cafés and along quiet streets where Johannes Vermeer once lived with his wife, 11 children, and mother-in-law. You'll also stop at the Prinsenhof, the former monastery that served as headquarters for Willem van Oranje during the Dutch war of independence from Spain. The tour ends at Stads-Koffyhuis, a charming café where you can try Dutch apple pie made from a recipe first printed in 1514.

Combine sightseeing and gastronomy on this fun 3-course walking dinner in Delft. Instead of eating a big dinner and then sitting still, wander between venues in Delft with your private guide leading the way. Learn more about Delft’s culture and history as you pass top attractions, including the Meat Hall, Old Church, and Weapons Arsenal. The courses—each paired with a drink—are comfortably spaced out.

Discover Delft and its long history on a private walking tour. Enjoy immersive commentary as you follow your guide to the City Hall, markets, and other historical landmarks. Every step of the way, you set the pace. At the New and Old Churches, you can take a special tour upon request or explore independently. The itinerary can be customized to suit your personal interests.

Explore two of the most historically rich cities in the Netherlands on this full-day private tour, with visits to two world-class museums along the way. In The Hague, your guide takes you through the political and royal heart of the Netherlands. The highlight here is the Mauritshuis, home to Vermeer's Girl with a Pearl Earring and some of the finest Dutch Golden Age paintings in the world. In Delft, you step into the city where Vermeer lived and worked. Walk along the canals and past the historic churches, hear the stories of William of Orange and Antony van Leeuwenhoek, and visit Royal Delft, the only Delft Blue manufacturer still operating since the 17th century. Lunch is included here. This tour normally starts in The Hague and ends in Delft, but the other way around also works. Pick-up in another city can be booked too. This is a private tour. You set the pace, and if you have any special requests or an interest in a certain topic, just let us know.

Join our English walking tour on Saturday or Sunday. See all highlights of the city center and learn about Delft's history from your guide. Your tour begins on the big Market Square, right in front of the towering New Church. From here you will explore Delft’s old town together with your guide, walking along picturesque canals and historic houses that date back to the Dutch Golden Age. See Delft’s famous sites like the leaning Old Church, and also discover its less-known gems like the former Dutch East India Company office and the Meat Hall, as your guide shares stories of legends like William of Orange, Vermeer, and scientist Antony van Leeuwenhoek. Expect fascinating stories, beautiful photo spots, insider tips, and details about Delft that most visitors would otherwise miss. At the end of the tour, your guide will also take a Polaroid photo of your group, a unique souvenir to remember your time in Delft. Perfect for travelers who want to understand Delft beyond the guidebooks.

Discover two completely different sides of Holland on this full-day private tour: modern Rotterdam and historic Delft, with a private boat ride, tickets, lunch, and transfers all included. In Rotterdam, your guide takes you through the bold, rebuilt city: past the iconic Markthal, the old St. Lawrence Church, and the famous Cube Houses, one of which you step inside. The highlight is a private boat ride on the Maas, where you take in Rotterdam's skyline from the water. In Delft, you step into the Dutch Golden Age: the Market Square, the New and Old Church, the Prinsenhof where William of Orange was assassinated, and Royal Delft, the only Delft Blue manufacturer still operating since the 17th century. Lunch is included in Delft. You can do this tour in either direction. Pick-up and drop-off from other locations, including Amsterdam, can also be arranged. This is a private tour. You set the pace, and if you have any special requests or an interest in a certain topic, just let us know.

Discover Delft and visit the places that played a role in Vermeer's life, as you literally walk in his footsteps during this private walking tour. From the place where Vermeer was born, to where he lived and from the location of the 'Little Street' to his grave tomb. It's all there. You won't look at Vermeer's work in the same way again. After the walking tour, you have the chance to visit the Vermeer Centre, a museum dedicated to the life and work of the painter. It is located in the restored former St. Lucas Guilde in Delft. You'll see a chronological overview of all his work (photocopies) and learn about the symbolism and techniques he used. The tour takes about 2.5 hours (excluding the self-guided museum visit after) and it starts and ends in the city center. You can also choose to be picked up and dropped off at a location of your choice, like in Amsterdam. This guided tour is ideal for art lovers seeking context, depth, and a personal experience.

On this full-day private tour, you will discover The Hague, Delft and Leiden. See the highlights of all three old cities together together with our passionate guide. Lunch and transfers between the cities are included. Forget about Amsterdam! During this tour, you will see three totally different sides of the Netherlands. From charming artistic Leiden and classy political The Hague to quaint old Delft. You'll dive into the Dutch Golden Age and get to know modern Dutch society at the same time. From Rembrandt to Vermeer and from William of Orange to Napoleon Bonaparte. Be prepared to learn a lot and to see some royal palaces, our parliament, charming canals, old churches, Delft Blue pottery, historical sites, an old university and more. See you soon! You can do this tour both ways: starting in Leiden or starting in Delft. You can also choose to be picked up and dropped off at a location of your choice, like in Amsterdam. And remember: It is you who determines the pace of this tour.

If you wonder how did the Lower Lands look 4 centuries ago during the Northern Renaissance, then you cannot miss Delft. Other Dutch cities deserve attention as well but it is Delft's city centre that survived throughout the centuries and stayed unchanged to this day. Delft is a quintessence of the history of the Dutch Kingdom. Delft is a mix of the country's past and future. Delft is a perfect collage of religion, arts, scientific developments and the history of the Dutch Royal family. There is also a rich history of privateering, scams and intrigues, feats and heroism. If you are curious about at least one of those, then you cannot miss Delft. If you like lazy walks, visiting the fish market or enjoying the views of windmills far from all the crowds and fuss, then Delft is a must-see. It is also the place where the famous Delft china is made. Here you will also find the cosiest canals covered with green duckweed. Not to mention…

Art lovers won’t want to miss the Johannes Vermeer Experience at the Vermeer Centrum Delft, and this ticket makes it easy. Learn more about Vermeer’s life and career, which took place in and around Delft, and see why he is called the "master of light" as you admire the originals and reproductions of all of his paintings in one place.

Discover Delft and Gouda on a half-day private tour. You will get to know two beautiful historical cities that both played a major role in Dutch history. First up, you'll visit Delft, a picturesque town full of centuries-old facades, squares, churches and canals. Discover the city of Johannes Vermeer, known for its Delft Blue pottery, the final resting place of the Orange family, and its top-rated Technical University. Then you'll go to Gouda, with its charming town hall, fascinating weighing house and impressive church. You will explore the old city center, and your guide will tell you all about it. You can do this tour both ways: starting in Delft or starting in Gouda. You can also choose to be picked up and dropped off at a location of your choice, like in Amsterdam. And remember: It is you who determines the pace of this tour.

Try out Dutch food and drinks in during this private tasting tour in Delft. Between the tastings, you'll explore the old center of Delft and learn about the city's rich history in an engaging way. You’ll visit six hand-picked spots for a variety of Dutch specialties, which may include: crispy bitterballen paired with a local beer, freshly baked apple pie with coffee, salty licorice, and even a surprising cheese bonbon. Stops vary with the seasons, ensuring every tour is a little different, but always delicious. Dietary restrictions or allergies? Let us know in advance and we’ll arrange tasty alternatives. Highlights • Taste a curated selection of 6 Dutch snacks and drinks • Explore Delft’s picturesque canals, market squares, and historic streets • Learn local stories and insider tips from a passionate private guide

Discover The Hague and Gouda, two historical cities that have played a major role in Dutch history. Visit them both in this immersive 4.5 hour private tour. First up, you'll see the classy streets of The Hague, our political capital. Walk past our parliament, the prime minister's office, royal palaces, foreign embassies and countless old facades. Your guide will bring the city alive with interesting stories and insider tips. Next up is Gouda, with its charming town hall, fascinating weighing house and impressive church. You will first go inside the historical cheese weighing house and try some real Gouda cheese. Then you'll explore the old city center, and your guide will tell you all about it. You can do this tour both ways: starting in The Hague or starting in Gouda. You can also choose to be picked up and dropped off at a location of your choice, like in Amsterdam. And remember: It is you who determines the pace of this tour.

Discover Delft, Rotterdam and Gouda on a full-day private tour. You will get to know three very different, beautiful cities that all played a major role in Dutch history. First up, you'll visit Delft, a picturesque town full of centuries-old facades, squares, churches and canals. Discover the city of Johannes Vermeer, known for its Delft Blue pottery, the final resting place of the Orange family, and its top-rated Technical University. Rotterdam is next. You will see an interesting part of Rotterdam, our second-largest city. The city rose from the ashes or World War Two and doesn't look like Delft or Gouda at all. You will have lunch here and visit a Cubic House. Lastly, you'll go to Gouda, with its charming town hall, fascinating weighing house and impressive church. You will explore the old city center, and your guide will tell you all about it. You end the day with a little cheese tasting there. You can also do this tour the other way around if you let us know.

Experience the essence of Dutch ingenuity, heritage and beauty! Step inside a historic windmill, stroll through a charming Golden Age Village, marvel at a famous dike and be impresses by the oldest working planetarium in the world. Highlights - Visit the iconic windmills of Schermerhorn - See the beautiful wooden houses and impressive town hall of De Rijp - Enjoy lunch in the fishing village of Den Oever - Cross the famous Afsluitdijk (Enclosing Dike) - Be impressed by the oldest working planetarium in the world TRAVEL PLAN: 08.30 AM: Pick up 08.30 – 09.30: Transfer to Schermerhorn 09.30 – 10.30: Visit the windmills of Schermerhorn 10.30 – 10.45: Transfer to De Rijp 10.45 – 11.45: Village Walk in De Rijp 11.45 – 12.30: Transfer to Den Oever 12.30 – 13.45: Visit Den Oever incl. Lunch 13.45 - 14.30: Transfer to Franeker via Enclosing Dike 14.30 – 16.30: Town Walk in Franeker and visit of the "Eise Eisinga Planetarium" 16.30 – 18.30: Transfer back

Following pickup from your accommodation, take part in a short meet and greet with your driver before starting your journey, At the Tulip Experience Amsterdam you will see the history of the tulip in their museum. After that you can go into the bulb fields with more then 1 millions tulips and 700 different kinds and make some nice pictures. At the end you can pluck your own tulips. When you are done your driver will bring you to the Keukenhof. The Keukenhof is a flower park in Lisse, the park has an area of 32 hectares, and attracts more then 1 million people each year with its millions of flowers. Zaanse Schans, a region of the Netherlands full of traditional structures. Tour the wooden dwellings, windmills, and quaint little shops. Above all, you can admire the traditional mills scattered throughout the town, each of which has its own purpose. You will also see a wooden shoe demonstration and can taste all different kind of dutch cheeses.

Explore the highlights of The Hague from the perspective of a local with this private walking tour. No need to worry about a jam-packed itinerary of sights that don’t interest you—the tour is customizable with no set route, so the guide can plan a walk to suit your interests. As it’s a private tour, you can ask plenty of questions along the way, and get lots of great city tips too.

Discover The Hague like never before with the Secrets of The Hague City Game, a fun self-guided city game packed with puzzles, riddles and hidden stories! This GPS-based exploration game lets you experience The Hague while exploring famous spots such as the Gevangenpoort, the Grote of Sint-Jacobskerk, De Nieuwe Kerk, the Stadhuis, the Chinese Gate and the Buitenhof. Play solo for a personal challenge or together with friends, family or colleagues. During the game you solve tricky questions, puzzles, riddles and creative photo tasks to score points, unlock extra clues and solve the final mystery. Pause whenever you want and continue later at your own pace. Compete for a place on the leaderboard or play competitively for team building, making this scavenger hunt through The Hague perfect for every type of explorer.

The beautiful medieval city of Delft has a charm of its own, much due to its numerous historical buildings and being ringed with canals that are crisscrossed with bridges. Come with us to discover more about the pottery that characterize this city, the former political importance of Delft and to find out where the famous Dutch painter Johannes Vermeer is buried. Join us in a walk around the town, for an experience you will never forget.

This special William of Orange themed private tour offers a deeper dive into Delft at the very heart of Dutch history. Together with a knowledgeable local guide, you will explore the city through the life, death, and legacy of William of Orange, the Father of the Fatherland. The tour leads you through Delft’s historic center, with extended, guided visits to both the New Church and the Old Church. In the New Church, you will visit William of Orange’s mausoleum and learn why Delft became the burial place of the House of Orange. In the Old Church, your guide will place Delft’s religious, political, and social life into context during the turbulent years of the Dutch Revolt. Along the canals and streets of Delft, your guide will connect the story of William of Orange to the wider Golden Age of the Dutch Republic. You will also encounter other key figures linked to the city, including Johannes Vermeer, whose world was shaped by the legacy William of Orange left behind.

Your personal guide, Heleen, has called Delft home for 25 wonderful years. With genuine passion and local insight, I'll reveal the magic of this charming Dutch gem. Each tour is uniquely crafted to match your interests and pace (please tell me in advance). Discover the authentic Delft that only locals know - with a dedicated guide by your side, you'll experience the city at its absolute finest!

Visit the charming city of Delft, the beloved hometown of the world-famous painter Jan Vermeer which looks like a picture itself with not only numerous architectural masterpieces, including the fairytale-looking 15th-century East Gate surrounded by scenic canals, the vintage peasant houses in Klaeeuwshofje Courtyard from 17th century, the 14th-century New Church with the second highest church tower in the Netherlands crowning the skyline of Delft, and the peculiar leaning tower of the Old Church, but also the vibrant traditional life that has been well maintained from the Middle Ages at Market Square, one of the largest historic market sites in Europe.

Professional photo shoot in unique The Hague locations. The Photo Experience will create amazing photo memories from your visit. You will be able to see undiscovered locations and get the best photo story from your The Hague visit. We can tailor each photo shoot to meet your requirements; we can travel to your location or we can suggest a location for the photo shoot. Our Photoshoots are ideal for any Tourists - Solo Traveler - Couples - Groups - Hen/Bachelorette & Stag/Bachelor Parties - Families - Secret proposal/Engagement - Honeymoon - Experienced Influencers and Models - New Influencers and Models What's Included: A Private online viewing gallery - 1 hour = 20 Final photos* - 2 hours = 30 Final photos* - 3 hours = 40 Final photos* - 4 hours = 50 Final photos* * same set of images - A unique location professional shoot experience - DELIVERY - Up to 14 days after photoshoot. What's Excluded: - Transportation - Entry fees