Top Netherlands Tours, Sightseeing & Cruises - page 4

The Heineken Experience and a canal cruise are two must-dos for first-time visitors to Amsterdam and this tour includes both. Start at the Heineken Experience for a self-guided tour of the former brewery. See vintage equipment and learn about the production process. After a beer tasting, head to the docks and board your sightseeing boat. The 75-minute cruise sails past canal houses, bridges, churches, and more.

Get acquainted with the artistic masterworks inside Amsterdam's iconic Rijksmuseum on this small-group or private guided tour. Delve into the history of Holland’s artistic heritage with your expert guide and see collections by world-famous painters like Van Gogh, Vermeer, and Rembrandt during your enriching tour.

Explore one of Belgium’s most incredible cities on this Bruges day trip from Amsterdam. Journey in the comfort of a coach and relax as you listen to information about the city’s sights from your guide. Have ample time to explore the churches, canals, and shops on your own, snap photos of the iconic windmills, and sample famous Belgian chocolates on this tour that showcases the best of Bruges.

Millions of people travel to Amsterdam to see where the Frank family hid from the Nazis. In this guided tour, we retrace part of the route Anne took on her journey to the hiding place. Travelling back in time to WWII Amsterdam, we'll learn about Anne's life & the ‘secret annex’ and experience Anne’s emotions during the dark days of war. The tour ends near Anne Frank house where you enter the Secret Annex via a virtual reality recreation (made by the Anne Frank Foundation). Entering the hiding place through the bookcase, you'll see that unlike the actual house, the VR house still has furniture, giving a feel of how it was to live there in 1942-44. There’s no crowds, you have the virtual Anne Frank house to yourself to explore at your own pace. This is as close to the real thing as you can get, without stepping foot in the house. Ideal for those who can’t get tickets or access to the Annex. ** This tour does NOT start at Anne Frank House** No additional purchases required

Experience a 2-hour walking tour of Amsterdam's Jewish Quarter and immerse yourself in the moving history of the 2nd century. World War I. You will start at the famous Anne Frank statue, around the corner from the Anne Frank House and follow its exciting tracks. Let yourself be carried away by passages from Anne's diary and dive deep into Jewish history before and after the Second World War on an informative tour together with a passionate guide. World War I entered Amsterdam. Pass the Anne Frank House, the Portuguese Synagogue and look at stumbling blocks and monuments that recall the courageous resistance in the Third Reich. Discover how the Jewish community lives in multicultural Amsterdam today. Explore the Jewish Quarter of the Dutch capital on this tour and enjoy an unforgettable experience. Note : The Anne Frank House is visited from the outside on this tour, but not visited.

Pre-book a private airport transfer to or from Schiphol Airport and let your driver take care of the Amsterdam traffic. Sit back and relax with plenty of legroom and get ready for the next leg of your journey, whether you’re setting off home or you’re heading into Amsterdam to begin your trip in the capital city. Avoid the crowds at the taxi ranks and meet your driver at arrivals.

Experience Dutch nature and culture on this day trip from Amsterdam. Enjoy traditional activities such as visiting a clog and wooden shoe workshop, stopping by a cheese farm for Gouda tasting, and admiring historic windmills at Molen De Kat. Plus, you'll explore one of the world’s largest flower gardens, the Keukenhof Gardens and save hours waiting in line with skip the line access.

Concentration camps sprung up across Europe in the 1930s, including near Amsterdam. On this small-group tour, you’ll visit the WWII Nazi camp Vught, witnessing the barracks, crematorium, reconstructed watchtowers, and more first-hand. In addition to an audio tour, your guide provides valuable insight into this somber time and place in history, where Nazis tooks 31,000 prisoners—not that long ago.

Take a day trip out of the city to see Dutch windmills in the countryside around Amsterdam. On this tour you’ll see the canals and greenery of rural life in the Netherlands, and learn about the rich history of the area from your guide. Traveling by vehicle ensures you skip the stress of public transportation, while visiting the traditional villages of Zaanse Schans and Volendam offer an alternative perspective of Dutch culture.

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.

Make traveling beyond Amsterdam city limits simple—and explore like a local—on this small-group tour by electric bike. After meeting your guide and grabbing your gear, hop on a ferry and then cycle into the scenic Dutch countryside. Your destination is Zaanse Schans, known for its historic windmills, and the village of Zaandam, where traditional wooden houses provide the backdrop. Ample time is provided for sightseeing and shopping for souvenirs.

Gain an overview of the rural Holland region on this full-day tour to Zaanse Schans, Edam, Volendam and Marken, with hassle-free round-trip transfer from central Amsterdam. See the Zaanse Schans windmills up close, visit an Edam cheese maker, and sample fresh fish in Volendam, with historical insights and real-time commentary provided by your guide.

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.

Get your bearings and discover Amsterdam through the eyes of a local on this comprehensive walking tour of the city. Join a guide and a small group of fellow travelers as you explore historic streets and pass by the city's network of canals. As you walk, hear anecdotes and tales you won't find in a guidebook—covering Amsterdam's origin as a village to life during Nazi occupation, right through to present day. It's the perfect introduction for first time travelers.

Learn more about Anne Frank & the Jewish History of Amsterdam in this Private Walking Tour Travel back in time to the 16th century when Amsterdam became a safe place for Jewish families fleeing Southern & Eastern Europe. Wander through the Jewish quarter with our guide and see the famous landmarks. Discover the awful stories of families who were hiding from the Germans in WWII and feel the tension of living in Amsterdam during wartime. Hear how hundreds of Jewish children were saved from deportation and explore the beautiful Jewish district. Learn about Anne Frank and see the Westerkerk and Anne Frank House from the outside. At the end of the tour, you have the opportunity to visit the house. unguided. We will advise how to get tickets for the house, subject to ticket availability. If booking less than 10 days before your tour, you will receive the Virtual Reality experience instead. No additional purchases required

Get a true insider's look at the Rijksmuseum in Amsterdam, one of the greatest art collections on the planet, when you go with a guide. Let your guide lead the way and learn about some of the collection's masterpieces by the likes of Rembrandt and Vermeer. Get skip-the-line access with your small group to ensure personalized attention from your guide.

Experience Dutch nature and culture on this all-day guided excursion from Amsterdam. Avoid long lines with included tickets to one of the world’s largest flower gardens, Keukenhof, and admire the vast beds of tulips, daffodils, and hyacinths arranged in themed displays. Then, spend a few hours exploring Delft, a beautiful canal city known for its distinctive blue pottery.

Explore two must-visit Amsterdam museums—the Rijksmuseum and Van Gogh Museum—on a small-group Amsterdam combo tour that saves you hours of waiting in line. Head straight to the highlights of the Rijksmuseum to see the exhibitions on Dutch art and history from the Middle Ages, including masterpieces such as Rembrandt’s *Night Watch*. After time for lunch, head inside the Van Gogh Museum to see *Sunflowers* and more.

Tick off two of Holland’s top attractions in just one day on this combo tour to Zaanse Schans and Giethoorn, with seamless round-trip transfers from central Amsterdam. Benefit from the insider knowledge of your guide as you explore the traditional windmills and historic houses of Zaanse Schans and head to the charming canal-town of Giethoorn, for a boat tour and visit to a cheese, clog, and diamond factory.

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.

Cruise Amsterdam’s scenic canals in a fully electric boat, while your hosts give you a glimpse into modern Dutch life. Enjoy an open bar with local goodies like craft beer, wines, and nonalcoholic beverages. A snack platter with fruit, cheese, cookies, and sausages is also provided. This peaceful, scenic cruise is a great choice for first-time visitors and those who want to escape the crowds on land.

Immerse yourself in the history of Amsterdam during this express walking tour of the city center, which is ideal for travelers with limited time in the Dutch capital. Your guide leads the way to save you from navigating between must-see landmarks such as the Red Light District, Dam Square, and walking around the city's famous canals, which have been designated a World Heritage Site by UNESCO.

Some of the best views of Amsterdam are from the water, so hop aboard and see the city as you glide along the scenic canal ways and under the historic bridges. This cruise pairs sightseeing with food tasting for a fun and interactive experience. While on board, tuck into delicious Dutch cheese and sip unlimited local wines as you cruise past the Anne Frank House, 9 Little Streets, Amsterdam Flower Market, and the Houseboat Museum.

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.