Top Amsterdam Day Trips

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

6 hours 30 minutesFree Cancellation

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.

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from $41

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

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

3 hours 30 minutesFree Cancellation

Bruges Day Trip from Amsterdam

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from $50

12 hoursFree Cancellation

4.0

(721)

from $66

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.

Amsterdam All-Inclusive 90-Minutes Canal Cruise by Captain Jack

1 hour 30 minutesFree Cancellation

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.

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from $29

Giethoorn, Zaanse Schans Windmills Guided Day Trip from Amsterdam

Giethoorn, Zaanse Schans Windmills Guided Day Trip from Amsterdam

10 hours 30 minutesFree Cancellation

4.8

(1,144)

from $135

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

4.0

(923)

from $67

Special Offer

Amsterdam's World War II history is woven through the Jewish Quarter, but the sites give little away without someone to explain what happened there. This small-group walking tour traces that history on foot, stopping at the Jewish Historical Museum, the Portuguese Synagogue, and the Auschwitz Monument, and covers events including the February Strike and the Winter of Hunger. It ends outside the Anne Frank House (entrance not included).

Amsterdam Anne Frank Small-Group Guided Walking Tour

2 hoursFree Cancellation

Amsterdam: Keukenhof Entry & Shuttle Bus with Flexible Return

4 to 8 hoursFree Cancellation

4.6

(1,223)

from $41

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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from $147

8 hoursFree Cancellation

4.6

(1,815)

from $46

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

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.

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

10 hoursFree Cancellation

Price varies by group size

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from $140

Escape the bustling city and discover the car-free village of Giethoorn on a day trip from Amsterdam. Gain insight into the wetland from your guide as you drive past polders and dams, then board a cruise vessel to admire Giethoorn’s farmhouses, canals, and bridges from a traditional perspective. Enjoy hassle-free transfer to the outlying location with round-trip transport from central Amsterdam.

Giethoorn Guided DayTrip from Amsterdam

7 to 8 hoursFree Cancellation

4.8

(565)

from $100

Charms of Brussels and Bruges Day Trip from Amsterdam

15 hoursFree Cancellation

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.

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from $187

Day Trip to Zaandam Lego Village, Zaanse Schans and Giethoorn

Day Trip to Zaandam Lego Village, Zaanse Schans and Giethoorn

10 hoursFree Cancellation

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.

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from $140

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

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

1 hour 5 minutesFree Cancellation

3.4

(1,948)

from $35

Amsterdam Classic Saloon Boat Cruise with Drinks and Cheese

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.

Amsterdam Classic Saloon Boat Cruise with Drinks and Cheese

1 hourFree Cancellation

4.8

(33,269)

from $19

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

Hit three Netherlands signature scenic areas in a group of no more than eight travelers on this action-packed day tour, with an itinerary you couldn’t hope to cover on public transport. Tour a cheese factory and a clog factory and watch a diamond-cutting demo in Zaanse Schans, take pictures at the Enclosing Dike (Afsluitdijk), and enjoy a boat cruise and free time in Giethoorn, the Venice of the Netherlands.

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

10 hoursFree Cancellation

Price varies by group size

Special Offer

Guided Zaanse Schans, Windmills and Cheese Tour from Amsterdam

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.

Guided Zaanse Schans, Windmills and Cheese Tour from Amsterdam

3 hours 30 minutesFree Cancellation

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.

Amsterdam Luxury Canal Cruise + Unlimited Drinks & Bites option

1 hourFree Cancellation

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.

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from $23

Grass blows in the breeze beside the windmill-lined water in Zaanse Schans, the Netherlands.

From Amsterdam: Zaanse Schans, Volendam & Marken Tour

5 hours 30 minutesFree Cancellation

4.2

(4,650)

from $46

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

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.

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

9 hoursFree Cancellation

Bruges Day Trip from Amsterdam

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from $100

12 hoursFree Cancellation

4.5

(256)

from $81

Keukenhof's Tulips and Windmills Small-Group Tour from Amsterdam

8 hoursFree Cancellation

4.6

(262)

from $141

Leaning canal houses on the Amstel river

Enjoy a wide-ranging introduction to Amsterdam’s highlights and history on this small-group walking tour. Pick between morning and afternoon start times, meet your guide right in the heart of the city, and set off on foot. You’ll see highlights like the Royal Palace and the Red Light District, will learn about the city’s origins and key moments in its history, will admire its UNESCO-listed center, and more.

Absolutely Amsterdam - the Essential Introductory Walking Tour

2 hours 30 minutesFree Cancellation

Giethoorn, Zaanse Schans Windmills Guided Day Trip from Amsterdam

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from $6

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Sharon_N, Aug 2026

Amsterdam countryside

The tour guide was wonderful very funny amusing very communicative. Told us some really great information while we were in the bus and when we got to our destinations was very straightforward on meeting places and meeting times and how to get back and what to do while we were there . I drop off. He was also very very helpful when our Uber couldn’t find our location he got on the phone with the person helped him find us so we could get back to our hotel. He was truly wonderful. His name was Abrahim

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

Erika_U, Jul 2026

Amazing Zaans Schans and Gorgeous Geithorn

Our Tour operator was Eric. It was a wonderful experience since this was a semi private tour with 8 people [group of 6 girlfriends and another couple]. Great opportunity to visit Zane Schans and Giethorn bypassing the tons of tour buses. Eric was very knowledgeable and was able to get us in each tour ahead of the crowds. The skies were a bit overcast and we were all provided umbrellas. We had the private cheese demonstration which was very informative and it was fun being to do the cheese tasting as well. Eric gave us enough time to enjoy each tour as well as shop and enjoy our lunch at Geithorn. He went above and beyond getting us a duffy boat to cruise around the canals and the lake in Geithorn. Our overall tour with Eric was excellent and we thoroughly recommend this experience.

Giethoorn Guided DayTrip from Amsterdam

Karolina_V, Jul 2026

Great tour, informative and casual!

Great tour with a quick stop on the way to Giethoorn to try local produce and chance to shop to fair prices. Our guide Jay was funny and very knowledgeable and it’s a great way to learn about the Netherlands and its history. Our driver Tom drove us safely and started up the aircon way ahead when we were done in Giethoorn so the bus was nice and cool after a few hot hours in the village. The captain of the boat was also very informative and learned us a lot about the village. We also appreciated a stop at the ice cream boat! Thanks for a great experience!

Absolutely Amsterdam - the Essential Introductory Walking Tour

Mike_J, Jul 2026

Go with Janos!

If you have a chance, take the tour with Janos. My partner and I start every trip to a new city with a walking tour, so we have been on a lot of them. Janos was one of the two best we have ever experienced. It was a perfect introduction to Amsterdam from a guide who clearly knows and loves the city. Janos us a natural teacher and storyteller. We came away from the tour with an understanding of the city's history and culture, along with a few prized restaurant recommendations. He is also a very charming person who enjoys meeting new people. You can't fake that.

Rotterdam, Delft and The Hague Small Group Tour from Amsterdam

Sharon_J, Jul 2026

The tour by Alex was a...

The tour by Alex was a wonderful way to experience more of The Netherlands. With each town we visited, Alex provided context and historic details as we walked through each town’s highlights. Rotterdam, Delft and The Hague each have unique, fascinating qualities which Alex brought to life for us. I enjoy small group tours and this one didn’t disappoint.

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

GORDON_H, Jul 2026

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

My wife and I signed up for this awesome tour in July 2026. The tour guide was Caroline L. . Definitely very experienced and knowledgeable about Dutch history and culture. We rendezvous with her at a Coffee shop. There were another 15 guest. Caroline was very sensitive and had planned restroom breaks. We rode a shuttle to the Zanse Schans. We attend lectures on the manufacturing of wooden shoes - quite interesting. Lectures on how cheese is made. We toured different wind mills what the mills produced. This is a walking tour with Caroline speaking at each location. Alot of opportunities for photographs. My wife and I were glad we attended this tour. Caroline provided the history and culture. Overall would highly recommend this tour. The tour started on time and ended on time. There were opportunities to purchase delicious food.

Day Trip to Zaandam Lego Village, Zaanse Schans and Giethoorn

Casey_F, Jul 2026

This was a highlight of...

This was a highlight of our trip. I appreciated the timing of everything as it was planned for us to get to the sights before they got crowded and it worked perfectly. So thankful to have had a quieter view of everything before! Ranier was a great tour guide. Very knowledgeable and personable.

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!