Top Amsterdam Day Trips

Day Trip to Zaanse Schans, Edam, Volendam and Marken from Amsterdam

6 hours 30 minutesFree Cancellation

Bruges Day Trip from Amsterdam

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12 hoursFree Cancellation

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Rotterdam, Delft and The Hague Day Trip from Amsterdam

Finished touring Amsterdam and want to see more of Holland? Don’t miss this full-day tour featuring the highlight attractions of the Netherlands. Visit The Hague, the seat of the Dutch government; admire the experimental architecture of Rotterdam; and watch how blue-and-white Delft pottery is made. This tour gives you longer in each place than most other excursions, so you can explore at a more relaxed pace.

Rotterdam, Delft and The Hague Day Trip from Amsterdam

9 hoursFree Cancellation

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Giethoorn, Zaanse Schans Windmills Guided Day Trip from Amsterdam

Immerse yourself in Dutch culture on this full-day tour through the countryside with round-trip transport from Amsterdam. In addition to navigating, your guide offers little-known facts and anecdotes about each stop on the itinerary, including a traditional clog shop, artisan cheese factory, rural windmills, and the village of Giethoorn. Don’t forget your camera: The day also features a boat ride through Giethoorn’s waterways with rare views of the area.

Giethoorn, Zaanse Schans Windmills Guided Day Trip from Amsterdam

10 hours 30 minutesFree Cancellation

4.8

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Zaanse Schans Windmills, Clogs and Dutch Cheese Small-Group Tour from Amsterdam

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.

Zaanse Schans Windmills, Clogs and Dutch Cheese Small-Group Tour from Amsterdam

3 hours 30 minutesFree Cancellation

Go beyond Amsterdam and explore the surrounding countryside, without the hassle of planning a day trip yourself, on this group trip to Keukenhof, De Tulperij, and Kagerplassen. Simply turn up at the prearranged meeting point in Amsterdam and relax, knowing your logistics, itinerary, and entry fees are all covered. Along with the botanical gardens, enjoy visiting a tulip farm and taking a cruise amongst windmills.

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Amsterdam: Day trip to Tulip Farm, Keukenhof + Windmill Cruise

Amsterdam: Day trip to Tulip Farm, Keukenhof + Windmill Cruise

9 hoursFree Cancellation

While many of Amsterdam’s attractions are world-famous, the charming village of Giethoorn, known for its canals, is lesser-known—and therefore benefits from far fewer crowds. Soak up its fairytale charm on a day trip from Amsterdam that includes hassle-free, round-trip transport. This two-in-one tour features both a guided canal-boat tour as well as a self-led walking tour with a provided audio guide.

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Amsterdam: Giethoorn Fairytale Village Tour & Local Canal Cruise

Amsterdam: Giethoorn Fairytale Village Tour & Local Canal Cruise

8 hoursFree Cancellation

Charms of Brussels and Bruges Day Trip from Amsterdam

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15 hoursFree Cancellation

Dive deeper into Dutch traditions and the beauty of the Netherlands with this fascinating day trip from Amsterdam. A great way to learn more about the country, this full-day tour is led by a local insider who will take you to some of the best sightseeing spots in Giethoorn. You’ll also visit the historic windmill village of Zaanse Schans and swing by a cheese factory and wooden clog workshop.

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Zaanse Schans and Giethoorn Small-Group Tour with Hotel Pick-Up

Zaanse Schans and Giethoorn Small-Group Tour with Hotel Pick-Up

10 hoursFree Cancellation

Price varies by group size

Rotterdam, Delft and The Hague Small Group Tour from Amsterdam

Explore the Netherlands beyond Amsterdam with a small-group tour. Meet your guide at a departure point and climb aboard a minivan for a full-day tour to Rotterdam, Delft, and the Hague. Skip the hassle of rental cars or public transportation and admire views during the drive. See the experimental architecture of Rotterdam, check out important government buildings in the Hague, and discover the old town of Delft, home to blue-and-white Delft pottery.

Rotterdam, Delft and The Hague Small Group Tour from Amsterdam

8 to 9 hoursFree Cancellation

Zaanse Schans, Edam, Volendam and Marken Tour

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8 hoursFree Cancellation

Cologne Small-Group Day Tour from Amsterdam

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11 hours 30 minutesFree Cancellation

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Day Trip to Zaandam Lego Village, Zaanse Schans and Giethoorn

Tick off three top Dutch highlights in one tour—Zaanse Schans, Lego Village, and Giethoorn—as you see more in less time. Travel in the comfort of an air-conditioned vehicle, visit a traditional wooden shoe factory, explore a miniature world made entirely from Lego, and enjoy a one-hour boat cruise through Giethoorn. This group tour is the perfect way to discover Dutch culture and experience more than you would exploring alone.

Day Trip to Zaandam Lego Village, Zaanse Schans and Giethoorn

10 hoursFree Cancellation

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Amsterdam: Keukenhof Entry & Shuttle Bus with Flexible Return

4 to 8 hoursFree Cancellation

Enjoy a hassle-free way to see the springtime blooms of Holland on this tulip-forward day trip from Amsterdam. Start at the Tulip Experience, where you learn the story behind the Dutch symbol. Then, tour Keukenhof Gardens during peak bloom, where you see millions of tulips, narcissi, and hyacinths. You can also upgrade to include an Amsterdam canal cruise ticket, tailoring the tour to suit you.

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Keukenhof Gardens & Tulip Experience Tour from Amsterdam

Keukenhof Gardens & Tulip Experience Tour from Amsterdam

6 hours 30 minutesFree Cancellation

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From Amsterdam: Keukenhof Gardens Ticket and Transfer

Experience the beautiful blooms of Keukenhof Gardens with a skip-the-line admission ticket and transfer package from Amsterdam. Different options let you tailor this tour to your budget and schedule—add an audio guide to narrate your journey through the Dutch countryside, choose a money-saving afternoon departure, or include a canal cruise ticket to use at your leisure. Whichever you choose, you’ll sail past the lines and admire more than 7 million flowers at your own pace.

From Amsterdam: Keukenhof Gardens Ticket and Transfer

5 hours 30 minutesFree Cancellation

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Bruges Day Trip from Amsterdam

12 hoursFree Cancellation

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The Hague, Delft and Rotterdam Small-Group Tour (Max. 8 People)

Visit three of the Netherlands’ most interesting cities in one day on this small-group tour from Amsterdam. Led by a local expert, this full-day tour of The Hague, Delft, and Rotterdam offers travelers a fascinating overview of each city and select attractions. Highlights include Binnenhof & Ridderzaal—a 13th-century Gothic castle still used as a parliament building—Delft Markt, and the 14th-century Old Harbour in Rotterdam. Hotel pickup is included.

The Hague, Delft and Rotterdam Small-Group Tour (Max. 8 People)

9 to 10 hoursFree Cancellation

Price varies by group size

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Rotterdam, Delft, The Hague Day Tour Incl. Madurodam/Royal Delft

Delve deeper into the rich cultural heritage of the Netherlands on a day trip that lets you tick off The Hague, Rotterdam, and Delft with ease. You won’t have to worry about navigating public transport and being on time for trains—instead, you’ll travel between each city and town in air-conditioned transport with free hotel pickup in Amsterdam and enjoy personalized attention in a small group limited to only eight others.

Rotterdam, Delft, The Hague Day Tour Incl. Madurodam/Royal Delft

10 hoursFree Cancellation

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Price varies by group size

Keukenhof Tulip Tour Small Group Hidden Windmills and Delft

9 hoursFree Cancellation

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Venture beyond the Netherlands to explore Cologne in Germany and Antwerp in Belgium on this round-trip tour from Amsterdam, allowing you to visit three countries in a single day. Upon arrival in Cologne, you’ll have time to discover the city’s highlights, from the Cathedral (a UNESCO World Heritage Site) to the cobblestone streets of its Old Town. Afterward, visit Antwerp to admire Renaissance architecture or see the historic Brabo Fountain.

Cologne Day Tour from Amsterdam

11 hoursFree Cancellation

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Amsterdam Hop-On Hop-Off 24h or 48h Bus and Boat Option

See Amsterdam at your own pace with a hop-on hop-off bus or boat tour, including the option to combine both onto one ticket. Select a 24- or 48-hour ticket with several stops around town, enhanced by optional sightseeing around Amsterdam’s postcard-perfect network of waterways on the canal cruise. Pass by the Anne Frank House, National Maritime Museum, Heineken Experience, and eclectic neighborhoods like Jordaan and the historical Red Light District, where you can disembark to explore.

Amsterdam Hop-On Hop-Off 24h or 48h Bus and Boat Option

1 hour 5 minutesFree Cancellation

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Antwerp and Brussels tour from Amsterdam with guide

Visit Antwerp and Brussels with ease on this fuss-free group trip from Amsterdam. Relax with comfortable air-conditioned transfers as you explore two of Belgium's top cities, discovering incredible architecture, chocolate shops, and more. With a local guide bringing the history and highlights to life, you'll skip the hassle of planning transport and navigating alone while making the most of your time.

Antwerp and Brussels tour from Amsterdam with guide

11 hoursFree Cancellation

Go beyond Amsterdam and explore the Dutch countryside with this group tour to Volendam, Zaanse Schans, and Edam. After boarding your air-conditioned minibus, relax knowing that the logistics, planning, and organization are all sorted. Enjoy an itinerary that includes a guided tour of the Zaanse Schans windmills, a visit to the fishing village of Volendam, and free time to explore the historic town of Edam.

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Volendam, Zaanse Schans, Marken & Edam from Amsterdam

Volendam, Zaanse Schans, Marken & Edam from Amsterdam

7 hoursFree Cancellation

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Giethoorn, Afsluitdijk, Zaanse Schans Day Tour Incl Hotel Pick Up

Bill_A, Aug 2026

Windmills and Giethoorn Tour

Reinier was our guide on this wonderful tour. He was so knowledgeable and really held our interest with the stories and information he shared. The tour had the perfect amount of walking and hearing info and free time to explore on our own. I did not even know that the village of Giethoorn existed and our boat ride and exploration of the village was all of our favorite part.

Rotterdam, Delft and The Hague Small Group Tour from Amsterdam

Kally_D, Aug 2026

Rotterdam, Delft, The Hague

Alex was a very knowledgable guide. His presentation of each of the areas we visited was professional, interesting, with some comedic quips added in. He allowed us multiple photo opportunities ineach city, as well as, on our own time. He answered all questions thoroughly. The only negative thing I can say is I had a hard time finding the meeting point, but it more me not understanding the directions. I had no problem contacting him for further instructions. All in all this 8-9 hour tour was a great way to see the countryside & cities close to Amsterdam in a small group setting.

Zaanse Schans and Giethoorn Small-Group Tour with Hotel Pick-Up

Rose_H, Aug 2026

A nice getaway from the...

A nice getaway from the city. Zaanse Schans is a nice place to visit, with the picturesque windmills, taste different cheese and see the workshop of wooden shoes. Giethoorn was one unique place to visit, beautiful house structures along the canal. The boat tour was great especially when we got to the swan lake area. Our tour guide Erik was excellent, knew exactly the ins and outs of the places we went. Thank you!

Absolutely Amsterdam - the Essential Introductory Walking Tour

Carol_Y, Aug 2026

The Guide made the Trip

We had a wonderful walking tour of Amsterdam with Daan! He was friendly, engaging, and incredibly knowledgeable. Daan majored in history at the University of Amsterdam, and his background really came through as he brought the city’s history, architecture, and stories to life. He made the tour interesting, informative, and fun. We would definitely recommend this touring company to anyone wanting to see Amsterdam with a knowledgeable and personable guide!

Zaanse Schans Windmills, Clogs and Dutch Cheese Small-Group Tour from Amsterdam

aaron_c, Aug 2026

A must do if in Amsterdam

Sharon was an absolutely delightful person. She really made this experience so wonderful, even with the temperature fairly hot! If you are thinking this seems like a "touristy" thing to do, it is! But that's exactly why you need to do it! You are in Amsterdam--see how they make wooden shoes, taste some fantastic cheese, and the cherry on top is really seeing a functional windmill. Kids thought is was so cool.

Giethoorn, Zaanse Schans Windmills Guided Day Trip from Amsterdam

Christina_L, Aug 2026

Highly Recommend! Netherlands Essential

This was hands down worth every penny! It was an awesome reprieve from the city, and Jay was the most incredible tour guide. He was hilarious, kind, and even took our bus for an unplanned stop at a lovely farm market. I would recommend to anyone traveling to Amsterdam!

Giethoorn Guided Day Trip from Amsterdam

Jessica_D, Aug 2026

A great day and worthwhile overall experience!

I took this tour solo and there were 19 people on board the van. It was comfortable though the pass through lane between rows of seating was quite narrow. There are single seats (5 or 6 maybe?) on one side of the van, air con vents above and (importantly!) USB ports above also to charge devices. We had time to stop at the “fruit stand” which is really a large, locally owned fruit, cheese, and gourmet foods market (it’s called Vink Fruitboerderij) which is really fantastic! I bought a couple of bins of strawberries, some candied fruit, a couple hunks of cheese and their dipping sauces, fresh fruit juices, etc. They take cards and restrooms are available, too. It’s quite impressive (apparently they have “pick your own fruit” train dates in summer and fall, too). Jay did a nice job of providing some interesting facts and could “read the room” and adjust his narration accordingly. I think the driver is Davide? Both did a great job. Anyway, once we got to Gierthoorn the boat tour was excellent (be sure to bring some euros to tip the boat captain if you enjoyed it!). The boat captain is local and grew up in Gierthoorn. I love that the boat gives you the option to raise your own plate glass window (next to your seat) which is much better for picture taking along the scenic canal route! I would suggest sitting on the right side of the boat if you can. We were lucky to have cool, cloudy weather…the sun came out a bit more towards the end of our visit also. The cruise disembarked at the Grand Canal, giving a couple of hours to wander about the narrow footpaths, filled with other tourists and locals. Two hours seems like just the right amount of time to see the area and grab lunch or a snack. There is an ATM pretty close to where the boat let’s you out, if needed. I suggest avoiding the Euronet one (due to high fees) if you can walk a little further. Most restaurants take cards but I needed an ATM for tipping on the tour. I chose to get a late lunch alongside the Grand Canal at Grand Cafe Henri Willig (mustard soup, Bitterballen, and a brownie). There were two ladies who weren’t on the bus at departure time. We waited over 15 minutes and Jay was trying to reach them. After about 20 minutes we reluctantly pulled away but both Jay and I saw them flagging down the van so we stopped so they could both board the return journey to Amsterdam (otherwise it would have been a very expensive trip for those ladies to have gotten back!). Most drivers & guides wouldn’t have waited that long for them so I think it says a lot about this duo. Don’t hesitate to book this day trip!

Bruges Day Trip from Amsterdam

Debra_g, Aug 2026

Day trip to Bruges

I picked up the tour in Amsterdam going to Bruges. Anna Marie was our guide and Ernest was the driver. They were on time. The bus was very clean. They were very personable and tried to help anyway they could. Once we got to Bruges, we were divided into smaller groups, and our guide was Pascal. Who was an excellent storyteller and told us all about Bruges. It was a long drive, but totally worth it. I highly recommend the combination it made the day a memorable day trip.

The Hague, Delft and Rotterdam Small-Group Tour (Max. 8 People)

James_B, Jul 2026

Netherlands Big 3 outside Amsterdam

If you want a one-day trip to the three major city centers in the Netherlands outside of Amsterdam, this is your trip. If you like Amsterdam, you’ll love Delft; f history, then The Hague, and for architecture, Rotterdam is you place. Leidse was was great tour guide for dirt-time visitors. He provided a great balance of information and humor at a perfect pace.

Amsterdam: Keukenhof Entry & Shuttle Bus with Flexible Return

lauren_l, Jun 2026

A wonderful day trip from Amsterdam

The tour agency was located conveniently near the train station so it was easy to get to. The round trip bus ride made the keukenhoff an easy day trip from the Amsterdam city center. It was early in the season to see the flowers, but there was still a lot bloomed and we had a wonderful time!

Amsterdam: Giethoorn Fairytale Village Tour & Local Canal Cruise

ManJung_C, May 2026

Excellent guide & driver

Excellent day trip hosted by hop on & hop off This is Holland. Friendly guide & Driver for the return trip from Amsterdam. Despite the bus had some over heated issue on our return journey that ww had to wait for nearly an hour for the emergency bus to bring us back. The driver was very informative and took care of everyone while waiting. He got someone from Giethroon to bring some ice lollies due to the hot weather. We all returned safely by the end of the day.