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Discover three of the Netherlands' most iconic destinations on this private full-day tour. Visit the world-famous windmills of Kinderdijk, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, before exploring the charming historic center of Delft with its picturesque canals, medieval architecture, and lively market square. Complete your experience at Royal Delft, where you'll learn about the centuries-old tradition of handcrafted Delft Blue pottery and watch skilled artisans at work. Travel in comfort with your private guide and enjoy a relaxed, personalized day at your own pace.

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

Explore the Netherlands' most iconic cultural and historical gems on a private tour from The Hague, Leiden or Noordwijk. Visit the UNESCO-listed Kinderdijk windmills, the historic city of Gouda, and Castle De Haar. Highlights Walk among the majestic windmills at UNESCO World Heritage Site Kinderdijk Stroll through charming Gouda, famous for its cheese and stunning market square Explore the Gouda Cheese Experience and immerse yourself in the rich history and craftsmanship of Gouda cheese Marvel at the grandeur of the largest and most opulent castle in the Netherlands TRAVEL PLAN: 08.30 AM: Pick up 08.30 – 09.30: Transfer to kinderdijk 09.30 – 11.30: Visit Kinderdijk, including the Museum Mill 11.30 – 12.15: Transfer to Gouda 12.15 – 14.30: Visit Gouda (incl. The Cheese Experience and Lunch) 14.30 – 15.15: Transfer to De Haar Castle 15.15 – 16.45: Visit De Haar Castle 16.45 – 17.30: Transfer back to The Hague, Leiden or Noordwijk

Step off the well-trodden tourist path and discover one of the Netherlands’ best-kept secrets: the stunning province of Friesland. This exclusive private tour takes you on a full-day journey through the northernmost region of the country, where authentic Dutch charm meets breathtaking landscapes, rich history, and architectural wonders. ITINERARY: 8:45 – 10:15: Transfer to Franeker, via Afsluitdijk (Enclosing dike) 10:15 – 12:00: Town walk in Franeker + visit “Eise Eisinga Planetarium” 12:00 -12:15: Transfer to Wieuwerd 12:15 – 12:45: Visit the crypt of the mummies in Wieuwerd 12:45 – 13:00: Transfer to Woudsend 13:00 -14:15: Lunch in Woudsend + walk to the windmill 14:15 – 14:45: Transfer to Hindeloopen 14:45 – 16:15: Townwalk in Hindeloopen 16:15 – 17:45: Transfer back to Amsterdam

Savor the best plant-based street food The Hague has to offer on this engaging tour, where you’ll taste everything from top-notch falafel to unique royal ice cream flavors. Explore the city's vibrant neighborhoods while walking about 6 kilometers, with plenty of stops to indulge your hunger. Along the way, enjoy insider stories about local culinary spots and meet the creative minds behind them. With an enthusiastic guide leading the way, discover hidden gems and support small, family-owned businesses. This tour is perfect for food lovers and those looking to connect with the culture of The Hague. - Taste delicious street food at 7 hotspots, including an Indonesian lunch - Knowledgeable local guide shares fascinating stories throughout the tour - Enjoy substantial discount vouchers at all restaurants visited - Walk 6.5 kilometers over 4 hours with ample breaks to indulge

Experience one of the most spectacular evenings of the year in Giethoorn. Travel from Amsterdam to the famous Dutch water village for an unforgettable combination of a scenic canal cruise, a delicious 2-course dinner, and the magical Giethoorn Gondola Parade. Begin your evening in Amsterdam, where you board a comfortable coach for the journey to Giethoorn. After arriving in the famous Dutch water village, start your visit in the best possible way: from the water. Step aboard for a relaxing canal cruise through Giethoorn. Cruise past traditional thatched-roof farmhouses, charming wooden bridges, and the picturesque canals that have made the village famous around the world. After your cruise, enjoy a delicious 2-course dinner in Giethoorn. Then, find your place along the route and watch as spectacular decorated boats, lights, music, and creative displays transform the canals into an unforgettable open-air show.

Have you always wanted to explore the breathtaking lowlands? This guided bike tour in Noord- Holland takes you to the best kept secrets of the Dutch countryside just one hour away from Amsterdam. The region you will visit during this bike tour in the Holland region is home to traditional Dutch windmills, centuries-old water barriers, picturesque villages and so much more. I'm a born and raised Dutch local from this region and have lived here my entire life. I have also helped people explore The Netherlands beyond the crowds since 2018. I will be able to tell you a lot about my own region and - have all the insider information you need about Dutch people - and our regional cultures. Get out into the calm, friendly countryside region of North- Holland and enjoy the quiet, picturesque scenery with a Dutch local.

Gouda is world famous for its cheese. Discover this cute little town and go on a bike adventure with Suzanne. This bike tour combines everything if you want a private and personal Gouda experience. You will not regret it! What Collected Stories offer: Biking in the pittoresk beautiful historic center of Gouda. We will see canals, small alleys, mills and rivers! And offcourse taste the Gouda cheese that is made on local farms. This bike tour is including: snacks, drinks and a cheese tasting with a fresh lunch. Bike rental is included. It is completely all inclusive! Suzanne will cycle only with a small group of maximum 4 people. If you are looking for a personal bike tour with an local enthusiastic guide, come and join! Discover Gouda & the world famous cheese by bike! Because I only bike with very small groups it can be quickly sold out, so take your chance for a great experience and book now!

• Immerse yourself in 800 years of Amsterdam's history through miniatures • See a scale model of Dam Square in 1675 and the Red Light District in the 1990s • Learn more about each setting through video screens and audio guides • Discover the Zaanse Schans, including working windmills, in miniature form • Featuring a scale model of the Anne Frank House

Discover Delft on a two-hour walking tour with a local guide and storyteller. Follow the historic centre's canals, cobbled streets and lively squares while hearing the stories behind the city. Explore Delft's connections to Johannes Vermeer, Delft Blue pottery and the Dutch Royal Family, with highlights around the Markt, Old Church and Oude Delft canal. This is a prepaid ticket tour: your ticket includes the guided walking experience, and no tip is expected at the end. Enjoy personal recommendations from your guide and time to ask questions along the way. All sightseeing is on foot and landmarks are viewed from outside; admission to churches, museums and other attractions is not included.

Maastricht becomes an interactive treasure hunt. Most visitors know the city for its shopping streets and the Vrijthof terraces — this walk gives you the whole town, at your own pace. Follow a route from the Basilica of Our Lady across the Vrijthof to the old Sphinx factory quarter, over the Markt to the Wyck side of the Meuse and back across the Hoge Brug to the medieval Helpoort gate and a watermill that still bakes bread, and at every one of the 11 stops solve a puzzle you find in the surroundings — the clue is around you, not on a screen. Sightseeing, a continuous story and a light brain-teaser rolled into one, played at your own pace on your phone: in the browser with no account needed, or in the CityWalkGems app. No live guide: just open the link and start exploring. Perfect before the Christmas market on the Vrijthof, or in the hours between two trains.

Tour eight centuries of Dutch history in a single day. We start with Rotterdam, home of the most important port in the Netherlands and the cradle of the country's most daring and imaginative urban landscape. At this first stop, we will discover how this city managed to reinvent itself and rise from its ashes after being almost completely destroyed during World War II. From the grit and character of Rotterdam, we will next move to the fine elegance of one of the best-kept secrets of the Dutch: the city of Delft, birthplace of Vermeer and of the famous blue porcelain, where the Dutch Golden Age can still be felt vividly. To finish, we will go to the city of The Hague, headquarters of the great powers of the Dutch state and home of the House of Orange, the royal family of the Netherlands. Here we will also discover the Palace of Peace, where the most important court in the world is located: the International Court of Justice.

Uncover 400 years of living heritage in Mokum’s historical Jodenbuurt on this private guided walkthrough. Led by an expert local historian, this 3-hour journey traces the profound legacy of the Jewish community, from 16th-century Sephardic refugees to the enduring culture that shaped modern Amsterdam. Explore landmark sites like the breathtaking 17th-century Portuguese Synagogue, historic diamond factories, and solemn WWII memorials. Gain deep insight into remarkable resilience through stories of triumph and tragedy while navigating these evocative historic streets. Private tour for a maximum of 8 guests, ensuring personalized attention Skip-the-Line entry to the Portuguese Synagogue included Suitable for ages 8 to 88, making it family-friendly Enjoy a reflective visit to key memorials and cultural landmarks

Escape the tourist crowds of the historic center and step into Amsterdam’s most colorful, resilient, and culturally diverse district. Led by an expert local insider, this immersive walking tour takes you on a captivating journey through striking organic architecture, cutting-edge contemporary art spaces, and profound community landmarks that define the true creative heartbeat of the modern city. This isn’t just a sightseeing stroll—it is an all-access pass to the local community. You will step inside the architectural marvel of Het Zandkasteel to view its hidden interior design and explore exclusive, private-guided exhibitions at both OSCAM and CBK Zuidoost, led directly by their official hosts. Along the way, you’ll uncover the rich history of the area at the Anton de Komplein, walk the open-air architectural archive from Centrum to Oost, and stand before the moving Nelson Mandela and Bijlmerramp memorials to learn about the deep-rooted solidarity of the neighborhood.

Discover the magical city of The Hague at your own pace with this guided tour. With a tour of more than 2 hours, you can explore emblematic attractions such as the Monumental Theater, the Palace of Peace, or the Market Square. This option without schedules or groups allows you to enjoy the city flexibly, including recommendations on gastronomy and family activities. Available in six languages, this experience is ideal for those looking for personalized tourism without complications. - Self-guided tour of over 2h with + 15 points of interest - Access to information in 6 languages: Spanish, English, Portuguese, French, Italian, and German - Explore iconic attractions and receive gastronomic recommendations. - No groups or schedules, ideal for traveling at your own pace.