Top Netherlands Day Trips

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

6 hours 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.

Giethoorn, Zaanse Schans Windmills Guided Day Trip from Amsterdam

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

Bruges Day Trip from Amsterdam

12 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.

Amsterdam: Giethoorn Fairytale Village Tour & Local Canal Cruise

8 hoursFree Cancellation

Visit the picturesque town of Giethoorn on a full-day tour from Amsterdam, which offers a peaceful escape from the bustle of the Dutch capital. Take a boat ride through the town nicknamed the "Venice of the North" and enjoy some free time to explore the car-free village with its picturesque wooden bridges and farmhouses with centuries-old thatched roofs. You won't feel rushed on this relaxed excursion, which lets you soak up the tranquility of Giethoorn at your own pace.

Giethoorn Day Trip from Amsterdam with Boat Trip

7 hours 30 minutesFree Cancellation

Take a day trip from Amsterdam to the medieval wonder of Bruges, Belgium’s storybook city. Stroll cobblestone streets, admire gothic architecture, and soak in the charm of the Venice of the North. Led by a Spanish-speaking guide, enjoy local tips, exclusive discounts, and round-trip transport. It's a perfect escape into history, chocolate, waffles, and fairytale beauty—all in one unforgettable day.

Amsterdam: Bruges day trip with Boat & Beer Options

12 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.

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

Charms of Brussels and Bruges Day Trip from Amsterdam

15 hoursFree Cancellation

Bruges Day Trip from Amsterdam

12 hoursFree Cancellation

The Hague offers a rich mix of history, politics, and culture that can feel overwhelming to visitors. Take the mystery out of your visit by exploring with a local on a private walking tour. This personalized tour allows you to discover the exterior of monuments, including museums, while learning about the city’s history and culture. If you wish to include a museum, your guide can adjust the itinerary to your preferences. They contact you beforehand to ensure the tour covers the sites you truly want to see. Ideal for families, solo travelers, or couples seeking hidden gems and local insights.

The Hague Private Custom Walking Tour With A Guide (Private Tour)

2 to 8 hoursFree Cancellation

Discover the beautiful blooms of Keukenhof on this group tour, with coach transfers from Rotterdam Cruise Terminal or the city centre included. Leave the navigating to someone else as you focus on exploring one of the world's largest flower gardens. Get your camera ready to capture colorful tulips, hyacinths, daffodils, lilies, and roses as you wander among the displays. With transport arranged, you can simply relax and enjoy the experience.

Keukenhof Day Trip from Rotterdam Cruise Terminal by luxury coach

Keukenhof Day Trip from Rotterdam Cruise Terminal by luxury coach

6 hours 30 minutesFree Cancellation

Private Tulip Fields, Windmills and Cheese Tour from Amsterdam

8 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.

Day Trip to Zaandam Lego Village, Zaanse Schans and Giethoorn

Day Trip to Zaandam Lego Village, Zaanse Schans and Giethoorn

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.

Nazi WWII Concentration Camp Small Group Tour from Amsterdam

6 hoursFree Cancellation

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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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 and Bites Option

1 hourFree Cancellation

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

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.

From Amsterdam: Zaanse Schans, Volendam & Marken Tour

5 hours 30 minutesFree Cancellation

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

8 hoursFree Cancellation

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 Day Trip from Amsterdam with Canal Cruise

7 to 8 hoursFree Cancellation

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.

Escape Amsterdam: E-Bike to Zaanse Schans Windmills & Zaandam

5 hours 30 minutesFree Cancellation

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

Amsterdam: Keukenhof Entry & Shuttle Bus with Flexible Return

4 to 8 hoursFree Cancellation

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

Kerensa, Oct 2026

Giethoorn looks like a picture book

An lovely experience! Our guide, Eric, was both knowledgeable and engaging, bringing a lot of fun to the tour. giethoorn was picturesque, and the canal ride offered a peaceful, breathtaking perspective. The pacing felt just right—relaxed yet comprehensive. Good day!

Nazi WWII Concentration Camp Small Group Tour from Amsterdam

sara_v, Sep 2026

Eva is a great tour guide!

I found this tour and was eager to book. Went with my mother. Eva was right where she said she would be. She was a safe driver as we had to drive for an hour to the camp. She shared her story on the way. We had plenty of time in the museum and on the camp grounds.

Zaanse Schans, Edam, Volendam and Marken Tour

Francis_M, Sep 2026

Lived the tour....

Lived the tour. Informative, beautiful scenery, could of had more time at the places to walk around and enjoy the scenery. Too many tour buses there at one time so you couldn't appreciate the experience as much. But a beautiful area wouldn't like to go back and have time just to spend and enjoy

Rotterdam, Delft and The Hague Small Group Tour from Amsterdam

Pedro_C, Sep 2026

Memorable Tour of Rotterdam, Delft, and The Hague

Fantastic day tour! Our driver and guide, Andy, made the experience unforgettable. He was personable and impressively knowledgeable - sharing rich insights about Rotterdam, Delft, and The Hague as well as the Netherlands overall. The tour was well organized from start to finish, and thanks to Andy’s expertise and warm approach, it became a truly memorable highlight of our trip to Netherlands. Highly recommended!

Bruges Day Trip from Amsterdam

Shawn_K, Sep 2026

Outstanding!

You feel like you have stepped out of a fairytale and stepped back in time, it was charming, quaint and the buildings were stunning. Our Tour guide in English was superb, side note however, if you are part of the group, stay with the group and not have the others wait on you to catch up or have your Tour guide be a personal photographer for you photo shoots, this took valuable time up from the others who were patiently waiting. Be considerate, be on time and be a team player.

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

Alan_P, Aug 2026

A Learning Experience

All of the 3 stops were interesting. I learned the Dutch have imagination for architecture but prohibit pictures in a public building (city hall). I learned children do not wear bicycle helmets and parents handle bikes like Formula one drivers. I learned about the history of Windmills but had to use most of my free time to walk to one. I learned about cheese making and wooden shoe making. I learned that sights to see are a long drive. I learned about a canal community where access is by boat and found it turned into a bumper boat sport with so many people renting boats.

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 with Canal Cruise

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!

Amsterdam: Keukenhof Entry & Shuttle Bus with Flexible Return

Kim_R, May 2026

Full day tour from amsterdam

Eric was our guide for this experience. He knew a lot about the Netherlands and its history, his personality is refreshing. I would encourage anyone thinking about booking a full day experience to request Eric as your guide, you will be entertained as well as informed.

Keukenhof Gardens & Tulip Experience Tour from Amsterdam

K_M, Apr 2026

Excellent set up,...

Excellent set up, brilliant driver, really well structured, easy to find, the farm experience was really well done and gardens fantastic, really busy on a Saturday but easy in and exit organised by the company. All ran really well to time and the driver gave lots of useful info. Definitely a must do.

Amsterdam: Giethoorn Fairytale Village Tour & Local Canal Cruise

Maria_W, Feb 2026

Giethoorn Tour

Definitely book it. It was a wonderful tour, very well organised. Peter our coach driver was adorable, very kind, friendly and an amazing tour guide, very interesting with a great sense of humour, very clean and comfortable coach. The guide on the boat was also very kind and funny and the village was beautiful. The food at De Rietstulp Restaurant was lovely, friendly staff and clean rest rooms, 10% off with your bus ticket. Sampled lots of delicious cheese at the Henri Willig cheese shop and bought some to take back to England with a 10% discount given to you when collecting your tickets. A lovely finish on our last day of our stay in Amsterdam.