Top Netherlands Half-day Tours

Orientate yourself in Amsterdam and discover the city’s highlights as well as its hidden gems on a bike tour. Zip easily between landmarks, saving time and covering more ground that possible by foot, ideal for visitors with limited time in the city. Enjoy the more personalized experience of a small-group tour of max 11 people, and gain insight into Amsterdam’s history and culture from your guide.

Cycle through the countryside without worrying about being left behind with this small-group bike tour from Amsterdam. Follow a guide at a leisurely pace for 18 miles (30 kilometers), and see farms, fishing villages, and many cows. Halfway through the tour, stop in Holysloot for an optional slice of apple pie to refuel for the rest of your journey.

Eat your way around Amsterdam on this small-group food walking tour that covers 1.5 miles (2.5 km) of the city. It includes over 10 delicious tastings at five local eateries that most travelers miss. At each venue, try Dutch delicacies, from freshly-made stroopwafels (syrup-filled waffles) to artisanal Gouda cheese. As you take a leisurely stroll between locations, see the canals that Amsterdam is famous for, and ask your guide for recommendations.

Selfguided Rotterdam Walk with Highlights & Hidden Gems This is not a scavenger hunt, quiz, or game — just a thoughtfully curated selfguided walking route that blends Rotterdam’s iconic highlights with unique hidden gems. Wander through the heart of the city on this 12.5 km self-guided walk. You'll explore 18 must-see stops, from world-famous landmarks like the Markthallen, the Eusramusbridge, and the Euromast to quiet courtyards, street art, and lesser-known locations. What You’ll Get After purchase, you’ll receive a PDF with: • A written walking route - you are the guide • A clickable Google Maps link for easy navigation • Local insights and fun facts at each stop • Handy tips and opening hours Please purchase at least one day in advance. The PDF will be sent via WhatsApp. Budget-Friendly Tip At under €10, this is one of the most affordable and flexible ways to explore Rotterdam like a local. ️ Important Ticket prices for museums and attractions mentioned are not included.

Immerse yourself in the countryside of the Netherlands and enjoy a quintessentially Dutch experience on the back of a comfortable bike on this guided tour from Amsterdam. Escape the bustling city crowds with the help of a local guide to lead you along at a comfortable pace. See picturesque villages and windmills, with plenty of time to stop for photos, and take a break at a farm to try two freshly-made cheeses.

Head to the coast and experience the Dutch beach lifestyle on this private self-guided tour in a Renault Twizy electric vehicle. This 2-person, eco-friendly vehicle is the best way to get around and is small enough to park virtually anywhere. Follow the built-in GPS and listen to the audio guide as you pass coastal villages, nature, and sand dunes.

Explore Zaanse Schans and the Dutch countryside this tour from Amsterdam. With an informative guide, admire the lush, canal-crossed Dutch landscape. Take a tour of pretty Zaanse Schans, famous for its wooden windmills and green-painted houses, and visit a cheese farm and clog-making workshop to learn about these traditional crafts. Lastly, visit a working windmill to learn about the role of windmills in the 17th-century Dutch Golden Age.

Experience the delights of Rotterdam’s local and international cuisine while getting to know the city on this walking food tour. Beginning your adventure at the Central Station and ending at a waterfront brewery, you’ll taste Dutch specialties such as "bitterballen" and "poffertjes", along with craft beers and treats from the vibrant port city’s global community.

Learn more about Dutch history and traditional culture on a half-day trip from Zaandam city center to Zaanse Schans. Admire the windmills and historic homes, have a go making your own Dutch clogs, and see how local cheese is made. You’ll also visit a working industrial windmill to see how these iconic Dutch buildings operate today.

See a side of the Netherlands that many visitors miss on an e-bike tour that promises an authentic Dutch experience. Swap the busy streets of Amsterdam for open fields, canals, windmills, and picture-perfect medieval villages as you follow a comfortable 25-mile (40-kilometer) route that's made easier with an electric bike. Upgrade to visit a family-run cheese and clog farm and see locals making Gouda cheese and wooden clogs by hand.

Experience the best of typical Dutch culture on a half-day tour to Zaanse Schans from Amsterdam. Observe traditional cheese-making and taste some real Dutch cheese; marvel at the exterior of a working windmill; try on some authentic wooden clogs for size; and admire the quaint and colorful architecture of Zaanse Schans village before returning to Amsterdam by comfortable coach. If option selected, the tour includes an Amsterdam canal cruise ticket to use at your leisure within a few days of the tour.

Elevate your Amsterdam canal cruise when you book this experience aboard a fully covered, 19th-century wooden saloon boat. Cruise along the UNESCO-listed canals and see bucket-list sights like the Anne Frank House, the Rijksmuseum, and the picturesque Jordaan district while listening to commentary from your onboard guide—you get the stories behind the sights that you'd easily miss if you explored alone.

If your Amsterdam sightseeing wishlist is long but your available time is short, this private, customizable half-day tour lets you check off top city sights at your preferred pace. Explore only the attractions you're interested in, such as the Royal Palace, and skip stops at any places you don't care for.

Go beyond the capital on a windmill cycling tour that showcases the landscapes surrounding Amsterdam on an e-bike, which requires less effort than manual cycling. Covering far more ground than you would on foot, pedal through Twiske Nature Reserve and listen to stories of local heritage from your guide. Explore windmills, a cheese farm, clog workshops, and museums that showcase traditional Dutch crafts in Zaanse Schans and capture photos of fairytale architecture in Zaandam.

Learn about Amsterdam’s World War II history and gain insight into the life of Anne Frank on this small-group walking tour of the Jewish Quarter. See the Jewish Historical Museum, the Portuguese Synagogue, and the Auschwitz Monument. Learn about events such as the February Strike and the Winter of Hunger from a local perspective.

An ideal tour for foodies, this journey around Amsterdam’s canals focuses on local food and produce. Taste 6-7 Dutch delicacies and enjoy 4 drinks, including traditional favorites like bitterballen and real apple pie. Learn about the local history of the neighborhoods you visit, and cruise down canals in search of your next tasting, with plenty to see along the way.

A private walking tour of Amsterdam is a great way to orient yourself in a new city. Cover several of the city's most famous areas, including the Red Light District, Jordaan, and the city center. You won't have to worry about getting lost—your private guide will handle all of the navigating. Choose from several tour times throughout the day to fit your schedule.

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.

Go beyond Amsterdam's city limits and spend some time relaxing in the countryside on this day trip to the traditional villages of Zaanse Schans, Volendam, and their windmills. Skip the stress of navigating unfamiliar public transportation with included round-trip transportation from the city center. Sit back and relax as you're driven through the surrounding countryside, where you can enjoy an itinerary that offers an alternative perspective on Dutch culture.

Glide through Amsterdam’s canals in style and comfort aboard a 100% electric luxury boat. Enjoy a relaxed cruise past top landmarks such as the Anne Frank House and the Jordaan district, while your live guide and skipper share stories about the city’s history and culture and pour you drinks from the onboard bar (if option selected). In summer, cruise on an open boat and take in the views with a drink from the onboard bar. On colder or rainy days, stay warm and comfortable on a covered saloon boat, with blankets provided.

Want to see the sights of Amsterdam from a boat, yet avoid the tourist crowds? Step aboard an electric sloop with a small group and enjoy unobstructed views of the city's landmarks. Enjoy Dutch snacks like bitterballen, stroopwafels, and local cheese as well as drinks from the open bar—including beer, wine, mulled wine, hot chocolate, and Dutch jenever—while your captain shares stories about the secrets of the city.

Discover the Dutch countryside on this full-day tour to Zaanse Schans, Edam, Volendam, and Marken. Round-trip transfer from central Amsterdam ensures a hassle-free trip. See windmills, waterlands, cheese makers, and clog factories up close. Discover the region's rich history firsthand from a professional guide. The price includes tasters of cheese and other local produce, as well as interior tours. There's also an option to embark on a 1-hour canal sightseeing tour right after the tour, which ends at Amsterdam Central Station.

Experience three icons of the Dutch countryside—windmills, cheese, and wooden clogs—on a day trip from Amsterdam that saves you the stress of arranging logistics. Journey to the North Holland towns of Zaanse Schans and Volendam to view working windmills at an open-air museum, visit a dairy farm or cheese weighing house, step inside a clog factory, and enter a windmill. Learn more about Dutch culture than you would exploring alone.