Top Netherlands Sightseeing Tours

Learn more about the Dutch Golden Age on a private tour of the Rijksmuseum. Deepen your appreciation of the exhibits as your guide provides historical and cultural insights into masterpieces from artists such as Rembrandt, Vermeer, and Van Gogh. Explore at your own pace and enjoy the undivided attention of your private guide.

Explore Amsterdam like a local as you join this immersive small-group bike tour. Often called “the bicycle capital of the world”, you’ll be right at home on two wheels as you discover landmarks, including at the Museum Quarter, and picturesque spots as you pedal past the canals and through Vondelpark. Stop for photos and hear stories from your guide about Amsterdam’s culture and traditions along the way.

Enjoy a self-guided tour to Van Gogh Museum with personalised digital plan from your hotel to the museum, plus art exhibitions and local gallery recommendations nearby — a complete Amsterdam art experience in one day.

Admire Amsterdam's UNESCO–listed canals from the water's edge—and enjoy a fun-filled way to get the party started at the same time—on this open-air boat tour. Explore the neighborhoods and iconic views of Amsterdam, all while enjoying two complimentary alcoholic drinks provided on board. This tour is also smoke-friendly, so you're welcome to bring your coffee-shop purchases with you.

Enjoy guaranteed entry to the Van Gogh Museum Amsterdam with a pre-reserved ticket and a multilingual audio guide included, allowing you to explore entirely at your own pace. Unlike standard tickets, this experience combines timed admission with the freedom to stay inside as long as you wish during opening hours. Follow expert audio commentary that brings Van Gogh’s life, emotions, and artistic evolution to life as you stand before masterpieces such as Sunflowers, The Potato Eaters, Almond Blossom, and his celebrated self-portraits. Gain deeper insight into the Post-Impressionist movement through works by artists who influenced him, including Paul Gauguin and Claude Monet. Clear entry instructions, instant confirmation, and a simple digital ticket process make your arrival smooth and stress-free. This is the ideal way to visit the museum independently while still enjoying rich, informative guidance throughout your visit.

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.

Immerse yourself in the countryside of the Netherlands and enjoy a quintessentially Dutch experience on the back of a 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 gentle pace. See picturesque villages and windmills, with plenty of time to stop for photos, and take a break at a farm to try freshly-made cheeses.

Known as the Venice of the Netherlands, the picture-perfect canal village of Giethoorn is a must for photographers. But, with the nearest train station around 5 miles (8 kilometers) away, it’s time-consuming to reach independently. This small-group trip (limited to only nine other travelers) gets you there in style, by comfortable minivan direct from the Amsterdam city center. Enjoy a boat ride and a walking tour, but have free time for exploring, too.

Cruising the canals of Amsterdam is a must for first-time visitors to the city. This family-friendly boat trip sees you getting to know your fellow cruisers as you sip drinks and sample snacks. Soak up unparalleled city views from the open boat in summer and a heated, closed boat from October to March as you cruise around the UNESCO-listed canal ring, spotting landmarks including the Rijksmuseum and the Skinny Bridge.

See the best of Rotterdam, the Netherlands’ dynamic second city, on this private 2-hour walking tour. With your own personal guide, you’ll get a glimpse into the city’s past, present and future as you explore top sights and architectural highlights such as the Old Harbor, the cutting-edge Rotterdam Market Hall (Markthal) and Rotterdam Central Station. In addition to the services of a private guide, this tour includes admission to the city’s iconic cube houses.

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.

Discover the story of the Red Light District, Amsterdam’s most famous neighborhood, on this walking tour around the district's periphery. A guide shows you around this fascinating area of Amsterdam, takes you to places most tourists don’t get to see, and reveals the history of sex work in Amsterdam and its lasting influence on the city. Note that Amsterdam limits Red Light District tours to its periphery.

Immerse yourself in Dutch culture, history, and cuisine on a private 6- to 7-hour countryside tour. Comfortable and swift transportation takes you from the tourist crowds of Amsterdam and into the heart of Holland. Enjoy engaging commentary from your guide as you taste local cheese, stroll past windmills, and try on wooden shoes. Tour highlights include Zaanse Schans, the fishing village of Marken, Volendam, Church Broek, and more.

Cruising down Amsterdam’s iconic canals is one of the most popular activities in the city. Join this exciting small-group cruise guided by local skippers who share the city's most beautiful spots. Sip on an optional drink (alcoholic or soft drink), as you pass highlights like The Dancing Houses and the Skinny Bridge. The skipper provides commentary in English, with digital guides available in multiple languages.

See the best of the Netherlands in one easy trip thanks to the comprehensive itinerary of this jam-packed, full-day tour—and save yourself the stress of planning what to see and where to go. Led by a a local guide, check off sights such as the beautiful Keukenhof Gardens, and pass flower-filled meadows as you head out to Zaanse Schans—a picturesque village well-known for its traditional windmills and wooden clogs. Special touches, including a cheese tasting, a shoe-making demonstration, and a windmill tour, top off an unbeatable intro into Dutch culture and history.

Explore Amsterdam’s two top museums—the Rijksmuseum and Van Gogh Museum—without getting overwhelmed during a private or small-group half-day excursion. With your art historian guide, head to the glorious Rijksmuseum. Chart the history of Dutch art and view treasures by Rembrandt and others. After, head to the Van Gogh Museum. Follow your guide to the must-see pieces, and learn more about the artist than you would going alone.

Skip crowded group tours and enjoy a private tour to Tulip Experience Amsterdam, Keukenhof, and Zaanse Schans. Benefit from skip-the-line entry to the Netherlands' best-known flower garden to see more than seven million bulbs, admire windmills and clog factories at Zaanse Schans, sample cheese at a local farm, and pick your own tulip bouquet from a flower garden.

Make the most of your time in Amsterdam with a private, customizable tour. Ideal for a layover or a cruise excursion, relax with hassle-free pickup and drop-off from anywhere in the city, including the cruise port and the airport. Take your pick from visiting Dam Square, the windmills at Zaanse Schans, or indulging in cheese tasting. Or opt to see attractions beyond Amsterdam, including Keukenhof.

Discover the charms of Bruges on this 12-hour excursion from Amsterdam. As you travel by bus, learn about the history of Belgium. Explore the city of Bruges, visiting the Market Square, Town Hall, and other historic sights. See one of Michelangelo’s masterpieces in the Church of Our Lady and enjoy a bit of free time before your return to the Netherlands.

Follow the locals’ lead on a 2-hour bike tour to explore Amsterdam. In a group capped at 12 people, you’ll ride atop a distinctive yellow bike to discover places vehicles can’t reach and cover more ground than sightseers on foot. As you listen to city commentary, you’ll check off must-see Amsterdam landmarks and neighborhoods; the Skinny Bridge, Anne Frank House, and Jordaan quarter are all en route.

Explore the area around Amsterdam’s infamous Red Light District and see a side of Dutch culture many visitors miss on this private walking tour. With your guide to lead the way, walk through the narrow streets and discover local landmarks such as the Oude Kerk (Old Church)—Amsterdam’s oldest building—and explore Chinatown and the old sailor district of Zeedjik Street. Gain insight into the city’s liberal sex industry and café culture. Admission to the Sex Museum is included.

Bypass the lines at the Van Gogh Museum in Amsterdam and admire van Gogh’s works with your very own private guide. Gain priority access and explore the highlights of the museum, home to the world’s biggest Vincent van Gogh art collection. Let your guide introduce you to sublime masterpieces, such as ‘Sunflowers.’ Discover the significance of lesser-known paintings and explore pieces by artists who influenced his style, including Gauguin and Monet. A perfect introduction to the museum and the life and work of the great artist.

This all-inclusive private Kinderdijk half-day tour takes care of all the details for you, so you don’t have to do the planning bit by bit on your own. Along with round-trip transport from Rotterdam, this private experience also takes care of entry fees and boat transport to the UNESCO site, Kinderdijk. Plus, a private guide leads the way and focuses on your group's wants and needs, while providing engaging commentary.