Top Netherlands Wine Tastings

The Netherlands is famous for its cheese, so no visit would be complete without sampling some of the local delicacy. Pair locally-made cheese with wine during a tasting session in Amsterdam that’s ideal for lovers of food. A guide teaches you to recognize subtle cheese flavors and a traditional tasting room replicates the Amsterdam of bygone eras.

Immerse yourself in the Netherlands' cheese culture with a small-group tasting featuring 10 different cheeses paired with beer and wine. Hosted in a popular local shop near Rembrandtplein, this session includes traditional gouda varieties, three dips including mustard, and a short film about cheesemaking. Learn about Dutch cheese history while enjoying two drinks and a 10% store discount.

This experience begins with flavor. As soon as you step on board, a selection of Dutch cheeses and carefully chosen wines sets the tone for a relaxed journey through Haarlem. Creamy, aged and full flavored cheeses are paired with wines that complement every bite, inviting you to slow down and truly taste. While you enjoy the tastings, the boat glides quietly through Haarlem’s historic canals. The changing views form the backdrop as your local host shares the stories behind the cheeses, the wines and the city itself. Each pairing is explained in an easy, approachable way, making it enjoyable whether you are a casual taster or a true food lover. This cruise is not about rushing from sight to sight, but about savoring good products, good company and a beautiful setting. A warm, intimate experience that combines Dutch flavors with one of the most charming canal cities in the Netherlands.

Unwind from busy sightseeing or set the mood for a romantic night on this relaxing cruise along Amsterdam’s fabled canals. Aboard a glass-enclosed boat, admire beautiful waterfront views of the UNESCO-listed canals as you sip wine and enjoy a selection of Dutch cheeses. It’s the perfect way to wrap up a day and cozy up with that special someone. Groups that book together are guaranteed seating together.

Dutch wine exists, and what’s more, it’s delicious. Discover Dutch wine for yourself on this exclusive tasting at a speakeasy bar in central Amsterdam. Taste five different Dutch wines made by local winemakers, and let your expert sommelier guide teach you about each bottle and the winemakers who made them. Try something new in one of the world’s most adventurous and unique cities.

Hop aboard a scenic cruise through Amsterdam’s canals and enjoy unlimited bubbles and bites when you book this experience. With a knowledgeable guide on hand, you’ll learn about the city’s rich trading history while taking in key landmarks such as the Skinny Bridge, Red Light District, and Anne Frank’s House. This journey offers a unique perspective on the city—one that many visitors miss—and provides ample opportunity to ask questions.

Maximize your sightseeing time in Amsterdam—and enjoy a more accessible way to discover the city’s food scene—on this 2-in-1 walking and tasting tour. Join like-minded travelers as you explore two cheese shops, learn the art of crafting the perfect cheese board, and sample local Dutch wine—all while picking up insider tips from your guide. Perfect for foodie and history lovers, this tour also includes a walk past the Anne Frank House.

Unwind from a busy day of sightseeing on this evening cruise through Amsterdam's canal district., which lets you escape the land-based crowds Admire the illuminated waterfronts as you glide through the city center and listen to the onboard guide's insightful commentary. As you take in the sights, savor wine paired with Dutch cheese and charcuterie.

No trip to Amsterdam is complete without a canal cruise, and this experience pairs your time on the water with wine, Heineken beer, coffee, tea, and other drinks options, plus Dutch cheeses with dips, grapes, and crackers. As you sip and snack, you’ll sail the city’s iconic waterways on a traditional boat. Along the way, your guide will point out highlights from the Seven Bridges viewpoint to the historic Westerkerk.

Elevate your Amsterdam canal cruise when you book this experience aboard a fully covered 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.

Glide through Amsterdam's canals in style and comfort aboard a 100% electric, luxury boat. In summer, ride in an open boat to soak up the city sights with a drink in hand, and when the weather is chilly, warm up with provided blankets. Listen to anecdotes from your host who also pours you drinks like beers, sodas, or cocktails, from the onboard bar. The cruise departs multiple times daily from three different departure locations in the city center of Amsterdam, so it's easy to fit into most sightseeing itineraries.

The best way to explore the UNESCO-listed Amsterdam Canal Ring is indisputably by boat. Get a different perspective of the Dutch capital while avoiding the crowds on land during this relaxing canal cruise that includes unlimited Heineken beer, wine, and soft drinks for a budget-friendly price. When the weather is good, enjoy an open-air boat ride as well as heated seats during the winter.

Discover the Dutch capital at its most picturesque and romantic—and enjoy waterfront views of its UNESCO-listed scenery, all lit up after dark—on this evening canalboat cruise. Pick between several start times, make your own way to the dock, and hop aboard. As you wend your way through the city’s waterways, enjoy on-board cheese plates, take advantage of the open bar, and learn more from your captain’s narration.

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.

Grab a seat at the coolest bar in Amsterdam with a ticket to the XtraCold Icebar, where everything—even the glasses—is made completely of ice. Relax first in the hip warm lounge, then slip on a provided thermal jacket for an arctic drinking adventure right in the heart of the Dutch capital. Step into the frozen world inspired by the 1596 expedition to the North Pole, featuring detailed ice sculptures and polar bears as you sip on included drinks in the ‘chilled-out’ atmosphere.

Absorb the canal-front sights of Amsterdam on a leisurely sightseeing cruise. Take a seat in a comfortable glass-topped boat and enjoy the views as you glide along the city’s UNESCO World Heritage–listed canals and listen to the audio commentary. Kids’ tickets come with a goodie bag and a special audio commentary designed to keep them entertained.

Cruising the canals is one of the best ways to see Amsterdam, but some boat tours can feel crowded and impersonal. Skip those and embark on a private tour in a boat exclusively for your party. The luxe boat is equipped with pillows and in case of rain a roof top. The local skipper will take you through Amsterdam's canals and show you the most beautiful hidden places, while you can enjoy unlimited beer, soda, and wine.

Amsterdam has a vibrant culinary scene that can be overwhelming to navigate on your own. Let an expert epicurean guide help you relish the bites and cultural highlights of Amsterdam’s sophisticated Jordaan district on a small-group food and walking tour. Visit local foodie hotspots to sample Dutch delicacies, including Gouda cheese, traditional Dutch apple pie, and herring. Enjoy a calmer experience with several authentic Dutch tastings as you discover places off the conventional tourist trail.

Celebrate the rock-and-roll lifestyle during your visit to Hard Rock Café Amsterdam. Check out the café’s collection of musical memorabilia, including a silver bodysuit worn by Marilyn Manson for a Versace shoot, an acoustic guitar used by Jimi Hendrix, and Eddie Van Halen's trademark Kramer guitar. Dig into crowd-pleasing food, shop for souvenirs at the on-site retail store, or upgrade to the Ultimate Menu for a classic Hard Rock Amsterdam t-shirt.

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.

Head to Amsterdam Icebar Xtracold, where you’re treated to three complimentary drinks—while relaxing in a frosty bar where everything, even your drinking glass, is made of ice! Continue this totally ‘cool’ experience by taking a canal sightseeing cruise on a luxury glass-topped boat. It’s the best way to see Amsterdam’s top highlights.

During the champagne tasting you will become acquainted with special champagnes from mostly small champagne houses. Delicious and honest campaigns made by winemakers with a passion for their profession. Mr. Champagne shows that there are so many more champagnes than the big brands that can be bought at the liquor store. During the tasting, attention is given to the production process of the champagne, the region and the history of the champagne.

Don’t waste time trying to hit the Dutch food hotspots alone, only to end up in tourist traps. Instead, join this boutique and specialized food tour through Amsterdam, during which you stop at several distinct locations. Stroll through the quaint Jordaan area and along the city's famous canals to enjoy iconic dishes like homemade Dutch apple pie in a traditional "brown" pub, exclusive cheeses in a private tasting room, and a mini ‘Rijsttafel’ from the former Dutch colony of Indonesia.