Top Netherlands City Tours

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.

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.

Amsterdam banned guided tours of its notorious Red Light District on 1 January 2020. But you can still learn the ins and outs of this fascinating area by downloading this great audio guide, which uses your phone’s GPS but works even when you’re offline. Learn about historic churches, flood defenses, and the role that legalized sex work has played in this tolerant city.

Escape the hustle and bustle of the Dutch capital for a day—and immerse yourself in Giethoorn’s relaxing pace and tranquil ambiance—with this private transfer service from Amsterdam. Following pickup at your hotel, hop aboard your Wi-Fi-equipped Mercedes and head into the countryside. Upon arrival at Giethoorn, explore its canals, footpaths, thatched-roof houses and more, and soak up its scenery at your own pace.

Explore Amsterdam the way it was meant to be seen—by bike—on this private tour. Follow a local host on a personalized tour of the city's most interesting neighborhoods and attractions. It’s a great way to soak up the sights and atmosphere in one of Europe’s most bike-friendly cities. Your local guide is a bike pro and makes this private tour an easy ride, with a stop for a local drink or snack.

The Keukenhof Tulip Garden and village of Giethoorn are two of the most enchanting destinations in Holland, but seeing both in one day via train or bus is a challenge. With this tour, save hours with transportation directly from Amsterdam. Stop to take in the colorful blooms at one of the largest flower gardens in the world before continuing on to Giethoorn for a boat tour along its historic canals.

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.

Visit the Dutch countryside, including spots only accessible by car, with a private tour from Amsterdam. With just your guide, explore the Dutch countryside's windmills and waterways while learning about Dutch history from your guide. If you visit in the spring, you may even spot tulip fields. As this is a private tour, you can tailor the experience to suit your preferences.

Explore a picturesque landscape of quiet canals, wooden bridges, and Dutch homes on a full-day tour from Amsterdam to Giethoorn, the ‘Venice of the Netherlands.’ Avoid crowded public transport and travel in a small group on a bus from central Amsterdam to Giethoorn. The village has no main roads, so along with your tour guide, take a boat trip cruising through Giethoorn’s canals and hear interesting information about the local history and people.

With your own private guide/driver you experience the Netherlands at its most beautiful on this private Keukenhof Gardens tour from Rotterdam. Perfect for cruise passengers and springtime visitors. This relaxed, stress-free day trip combines the world-famous Keukenhof Gardens, vibrant Dutch tulip fields, and an exclusive private visit to a traditional countryside windmill — all with your own private vehicle and knowledgeable local guide. Keukenhof is only open for a short season each year, and this carefully curated private tour allows you to enjoy it at your own pace, away from large crowds and public transport. From colorful spring landscapes to authentic Dutch heritage, this experience offers a seamless and unforgettable way to see the Netherlands in full bloom. Why Travelers Love This Tour ✔ Private tour, with a professional local guide. ✔ Ideal shore excursion with flexible timing ✔ Includes Keukenhof tickets ✔ Private visit of a traditional windmill (not on Sundays)

Experience typically Dutch landscapes of fishing villages, windmills, and craftsmen’s shops on an award-winning small-group tour from Amsterdam. Visit restored windmills in Zaanse Schans, and walk the dikes and harbor of Volendam, a pretty port lined with bright houses and sailboats. Sample locally-make cheeses and Dutch schnapps, and enjoy time to choose a restaurant for lunch.

Discover the rich heritage and modern culture of Holland on a private, full-day tour from Amsterdam. Travel with a local guide through the scenic Dutch countryside and neighboring towns, following an itinerary that’s designed just for you and your group. Explore traditional villages of windmills and wooden shoes, visit the hometowns of your ancestors, taste country cuisine or whatever else you choose!

Discover many highlights of the Netherlands’ countryside, all in one day—and immerse yourself in Dutch culture and traditions—on this private tour from Amsterdam. After morning pickup from your hotel, head to Zaanse Schans to see its famed windmills and visit a clog workshop. After stopping by a cheese producer, continue to the fishing village of Volendam. Finally, board a ferry to Marken island before being brought back to Amsterdam.

Get to know Valkenburg better on a fun e-scavenger hunt. If you enjoy the freedom of independent travel but want the structure of a guided tour, this self-guided tour via smartphone app is ideal. Solve puzzles with your team as you make your way around Valkenburg. While the tour takes 2–4 hours, you can go at your own pace and start/stop whenever you need.

Enjoy a unique way to explore the city of Venlo as you embark on a citywide, interactive game. Using just your smartphone, do research and answer questions about several locations in the city. Discover museums, monuments, streets, squares, and much more as you make your way through the game.

Explore the highlights of The Hague from the perspective of a local with this private walking tour. No need to worry about a jam-packed itinerary of sights that don’t interest you—the tour is customizable with no set route, so the guide can plan a walk to suit your interests. As it’s a private tour, you can ask plenty of questions along the way, and get lots of great city tips too.

Make the most of your limited time in Hoorn with a full day tour of the city’s highlights by electric water taxi. A beautiful city along the Ijsselmeer, Hoorn is only 30 minutes from Amsterdam. Enjoy cozy shops, bars and restaurants; pass by 16th century warehouses and a 17th century replica of the historic D’Halve Maen boat. Relax as your guide tells you all you need to know about this quaint harbor town.

Even if you don't have the time to spend the night, you can still explore the charming Belgian city of Bruges on a day trip from Amsterdam. This private tour allows you to avoid the hassle of organizing transportation by picking you up directly from your hotel. In Bruges, your driver-guide will show you the highlights of the city plus give you plenty of time to explore at your own pace.

Immerse yourself in art history on this half-day, small-group tour of the city’s Rembrandt-related landmarks. After exploring the many masterpieces of the Rijksmuseum with your guide, head to Rembrandt Square and the old Jewish Quarter. This tour features a visit to Rembrandt’s house which now stands as a museum. All landmarks on the itinerary include skip-the-line admission.

Visiting museums enriches your and your children’s lives, but traveling and waiting in line can be challenging for kids. This private family tour offers skip-the-line access at the Van Gogh Museum. A kid-friendly, engaging guide shares fascinating facts and stories about Vincent Van Gogh, including games and activities while showing you his iconic works of art.

Discover the Hague through the eyes of a local on a small-group walking tour. This immersive sightseeing adventure is perfect for curious travelers seeking an engaging and authentic way to experience the city. As you explore historical landmarks like the Binnenhof, Madurodam, and Noordeinde Palace, listen to intriguing stories that take you out of the typical guidebook and into the Hague’s vibrant history and culture.

The Dutch love their bicycles, and there’s no more authentic and sustainable way to explore the countryside than on two wheels. This small-group tour covers the Waterlands, countryside just outside Amsterdam, and visits one of the Netherlands’ few working windmills as well as scenic villages and dairy landscapes. The flat terrain and electric bicycles make this 10-mile (15-kilometer) adventure accessible for a range of fitness levels.

See more of Amsterdam in less time—and give your feet a break—on this private pedicab tour. Sit back as your guide pedals past the city's iconic canals, historic bridges, and the Red Light District, as well as highlights including the Royal Palace Amsterdam, Anne Frank House, and the Westerkerk. This highlights tour if great for travelers who are short on time but want to see the highlights.

Rather than following an itinerary devised by someone else, create your own sightseeing schedule on a private custom tour of Amsterdam—the ideal choice for first-time visitors looking to kickstart their trip. Traveling by van and on foot for a more intimate glimpse into the area, you’ll visit only the sights you wish to see and benefit from the undivided attention and local knowledge of your private guide.