Top Netherlands Day Trips

Escape the crowds and skip the long lines in the popular town of Giethoorn, during this private excursion which also includes two extra stops at windmills and a castle for photo-taking purposes. Your multi-lingual, local driver-guide will chauffeur you in comfort, as you enjoy the views, and listen to their exclusive insight into the region you wouldn’t get on an independent visit.

Escape Amsterdam for a day and discover the beauty of the Dutch countryside. Visit Zaanse Schans to see iconic windmills and traditional workshops, then explore Edam, famous for its historic cheese market and charming canals. Stop near Volendam for a cheese-making demonstration, a clog workshop, and free time at the lively harbor to enjoy local treats. End the day in the picturesque village of Marken, with its cozy houses and peaceful harbor. Optionally, return to Amsterdam with a relaxing canal cruise through the city’s scenic waterways.

Experience the Netherlands in comfort and style on our Private Dutch Countryside Tour. Travel with an experienced, English-speaking driver in a luxury minivan, and explore the charming villages of Zaanse Schans, Edam, and Volendam — the essence of Holland in one day. Discover traditional windmills, cheese markets, and fishing harbors at your own pace. This fully private tour for up to 7 guests offers hotel pickup, flexibility, and a relaxed experience away from the crowds. Enjoy a stress-free, authentic journey through the Dutch countryside with comfort, culture, and unforgettable views. Discover Zaanse Schans, Edam & Volendam on a private luxury tour from Amsterdam. Enjoy comfort, culture, and scenic Dutch countryside views.

Go beyond Amsterdam and take a break from the city on a private day trip to Haarlem by fast train. Explore the medieval town on a personalized tour with your guide, who adjusts the itinerary to your tastes. Discover parts of Haarlem you’d miss on your own and visit attractions such as centuries-old windmills, Frans Hals Museum, and more.

See a whole new side of the Netherlands and visit Utrecht with ease thanks to the expertise of a private driver. Let them whisk you out of Amsterdam, handling the stressful traffic for you, while you sit back and enjoy the ride. This private tour is customizable, meaning you can request the stops and sights you want to see most.

Uncover the Magic of Amsterdam with Your Personal Audio Guide Tired of feeling touristy — but still want to experience Amsterdam? With 100 captivating audio stories straight to your phone, this self-guided audio tour is your key to discovering Amsterdam’s most iconic landmarks such as the Royal Palace and Dam Square, as well as hidden gems. Adventure through the trendy Jordaan and bustling Negen Straatjes while this flexible walking tour lets you explore at your own pace — no groups, no schedules. Get a personal guide in your pocket at a fraction of traditional tour prices: ✅ No app download — works directly from your browser ✅ Start anytime, anywhere ✅ Explore top sights & hidden gems ✅ Enjoy full flexibility with pause and resume features ✅ Vivid storytelling with soundscapes and voice narration ✅ Perfect for solo travelers, couples, or families After booking, just submit the last 5 digits of your phone number in the “promo code” field at App.trales.io to activate your access.

Cross the border between the Netherlands and Germany with ease on a private day trip to Cologne that reveals the city’s rich Roman heritage and contemporary culture. Save hours of planning as you tick off key attractions such as the UNESCO-listed Cologne Cathedral and the Old Town, all while enjoying hotel pickup and personalized service.

Need a bit of retail therapy? With this transfer service to Roermond Designer Outlet, you get from your Amsterdam hotel to a shopping destination full of nearly 200 stores in a clean, comfortable vehicle rather than by riding on unhygienic public transport. And for extra convenience, why not add a bag carrying service onto your booking? That way, you can shop unencumbered.

Explore two of the oldest Dutch cities in one day. Vibrant cities, nowadays with opposite architectural images but still telling stories about turbulent times. - The clashing point of traditional and avant-garde architecture styles (cube houses) - The greenest city in the Netherlands and the biggest European port where potatoes “struggle each others” - Drink a coffee at lowest Dutch point below sea level (-7,67 m) - A completely different Red Light District - Undergo picturesque canal cruise through “Little Amsterdam” - Meet two historical personalities, one artist and one scientist from - 17th century charged humanity by their works - Marvel old artefacts and still persisting artwork technique one of the most, worldwide famous tin-glazed majolica - Discover background of Dutch national and the first world bourgeois revolution and life and death of its leader and father of the fatherland - The most attributed city to Dutch Royal family

Embark on a breathtaking full-day journey that captures the true essence of the Netherlands—from the windmills of Kinderdijk to the vibrant canals and gabled houses of Amsterdam. Highlights: -Enjoy spectacular views of the 19 historic windmills at Kinderdijk -Visit a museum windmill and learn about life in the Dutch lowlands -Explore Amsterdam’s iconic canal ring, lined with elegant townhouses and charming bridges -Discover key landmarks including Dam Square, the Royal Palace, and more TRAVEL PLAN 08.55 AM: Pick up at your Hotel/ address in Rotterdam 09.00 – 09.30: Transfer to kinderdijk 09.30 – 11.30: Visit Kinderdijk, including the Museum Mill 11.30 – 12.15: Transfer to Leerdam for lunch. 12.15 - 13.00: Lunch at Restaurant "Aan de Linge", located right on a River, with lovely views of the water and small boats. Elegant but relaxed, with seasonal local cuisine. 13.00 – 14.00: Transfer to Amsterdam 14.00 – 17.00: Visit Amsterdam 17.00 – 18.00: Transfer back to Rotterdam

Visit Camp Vught and Camp Amersfoort on a private WWII remembrance journey with Dutch historical researcher and storyteller Martin van Elmpt of Tour Guides for You. Both camps played an important role in the German occupation of the Netherlands, but in very different ways. We explore the sites, memorials and personal stories of prisoners, resistance members, forced labourers and victims, while placing both camps in the wider history of persecution and occupation. This is a private historical journey, adapted to your pace, interests and knowledge. If your main aim is to visit one former camp rather than two, ask me about Westerbork as an alternative. For many visitors it is the more extensive and rewarding camp site, with more to see and a powerful connection to the deportation of Dutch Jews. If you have a family connection or specific story you want to explore, tell me in advance. It’s your day, your journey—the idea behind Tour Guides for You.

Escape the hustle and bustle of Amsterdam and experience the quintessential Dutch charm of Gouda on a private tour. Enjoy a scenic drive by car and indulge in a delightful cheese tasting experience at the world-famous Gouda Cheese Market. Explore the picturesque town's historic center, featuring the iconic St. Nicholas Church and the Gouda Cheese Market. Sample a variety of artisanal Gouda cheeses and learn about the cheese-making process. Explore Gouda during leisure time which is a typical Dutch city with lots of old buildings and pretty canals. The city is famous for its cheese and you will to see how it is made and buy different varieties of Gouda cheese, Gouda is also know for its stroopwafels (syrup waffles) which you will try, you will get to see other popular things from Gouda like candles and its clay pipes.

After meeting your guide at the designated location, head for Zaanse Schans, an outdoor museum including wooden homes, shops, and operational windmills from the 18th and 19th centuries. Visit the Clog Museum to observe traditional craftsmanship and wooden shoemakers in action. Learn the craft of making cheese in the Netherlands by visiting a cheese farm in Catharina Hoeve. Then a visit Edam and learn more about its iconic Edam “cheese balls”. The we’ll drive to the charming town of Volendam where you can walk and absorb the culture. Lunch can be arranged at a restaurant in Volendam. Please inquire. After that you’ll visit a cheese factory called Irene Hoeve Cheese Factory where you can sample traditional Dutch cheeses. Following this visiting, you’ll be going to Marken where you will walk around and visit a museum that illustrates the life and history of this town. The tour ends at the designated departure location.

Looking for daytrips from Amsterdam but don’t want the hassle of driving yourself? On this small group full day tour (maximum 8 people in a group) to Giethoorn and Zaanse Schans, we combine beautiful landscapes and historic villages, see windmills, explore traditional crafts and enjoy the local hospitality off the beaten path (yes, even in Giethoorn and Zaanse Schans!).

Venture out of the bustling city of Amsterdam and visit the windmills of Zaanse Schans and the quaint village of Volendam on a private day trip. See wooden houses, the bakery museum, a cheese factory, and much more as you stroll around the 18th-century village. Then head to the village of Volendam to visit the Irene Hoeve Farm where they make delicious Gouda cheese and traditional Dutch clogs and soak up the charm of the fishing village of Volendam.

Fall in love with Amsterdam the same way I did 30 years ago. Discover her charm and secrets starting in the city’s oldest area ending at my dining table. This personalized experience offers a unique glimpse into both the city and local life. - Private tour tailored to your group or family - Indulge in a delightful three-course vegetarian dinner at a local home - insightful historical context - Hassle-free pickup and drop-off at your hotel - Minimal of 2 people required. Maximum of 9

Each spring, the countryside around Amsterdam fills with tulips that stretch across the landscape—but reaching the best spots, along with the windmills of Zaanse Schans, and a traditional cheese farm, takes transport and planning that most visitors don't have time to arrange independently. This private tour covers all three, with a flexible itinerary that can be adjusted to include a windmill visit or lunch, based on your group's preferences.

An unmissable experience for traveling plant-lovers, this guided tour takes you to the famous Dutch flower fields during springtime for views you won’t get anywhere else. See hyacinths, daffodils, crocuses, and more, followed by a complimentary lunch and a visit to a windmill for a seamless, quintessentially Dutch experience—and all with the help of a driver to get you around with ease.

Discover the Hidden courtyards, windmills and Dutch secrets with an expert, completely tailored to your interests.-Day or Evening. Ideal for couples, families and small groups upto 8. These private guided day or evening tours in the Netherlands blend Dutch culture, history, and nature into a relaxed, immersive experience. You are in best hands during this custom Holland guided trip. Want to experience first hand , the night life of the Netherlands? Our expert will definitely show the secrets. Enjoy hidden gems, cultural stories, and local cuisine while traveling sustainably & stress-free—perfect for those seeking a deeper, more meaningful connection on a private guided tour of Netherlands. - Tailored tours focused on culture, nature, or culinary experiences - Multilingual guide fluent in English, Dutch, and Spanish - Private and relaxed atmosphere for small travel parties - Highly rated for exceptional service and attention to detail during custom Holland day or evening trip

A tour specially designed for a perfect family outing. This tour offers an ideal mix of sites and activities for adults and kids. From medieval castles to windmills, the tour is designed based on my personal experience as a parent. The sites are not located that far, so the kids won't spend much time in the car. We start the tour by visiting Zaanse Schans, where you get to see the making of Wooden shoes, Cheese, and Barrels. You have the option to climb a windmill and have a look up and close. For lunch, we will be visiting an authentic pancake restaurant. We end the tour by visiting an authentic 13th-century castle. The tour is not too hectic and doesn't involve a lot of walking. Perfect for kids.

Follow in the footsteps of Easy Company on a private battlefield journey through the Netherlands with Dutch historical researcher and storyteller Martin van Elmpt of Tour Guides for You. We start near Eindhoven, where the 101st Airborne Division landed during Operation Market Garden, and follow the route north through the battlefield landscape. Along the way we explore the objectives, decisions and fighting that shaped the operation, before reaching the area between Arnhem and Nijmegen known as “The Island”. Here we visit locations connected with Easy Company, including the famous Crossroads battle associated with Dick Winters. This is a private historical journey, adapted to your interests, knowledge and pace. If you have a family connection, specific unit or battlefield you want to explore, tell me in advance: where possible, I can include it in the day. I specialise in WWII battlefield and family-history research. It’s your day, your journey—the idea behind Tour Guides for You.

Swap the city for the countryside on a day trip that covers Zaanse Schans—home to Dutch windmills and traditional villages—and the world-famous Keukenhof Gardens, where seven million flowers bloom in the springs. This private tour gives you the freedom to tailor your itinerary, and take both photos and comfort breaks whenever you need to.

Skip the run-of-the-mill group tours and explore the Haarlem that you want to see. This private tour is fully customized to your interests and preferences and you'll be be guided by a host who shares your interests, whether that's visiting well-known attractions or traveling off the beaten path.

Discover two of the most iconic Dutch cities on this full-day private tour: Gouda and Delft, each with its own history and world-famous product. In Delft, your guide walks you along the old canals and past historic churches, bringing the stories of Vermeer and William of Orange to life. You visit Royal Delft, the only Delft Blue manufacturer still operating since the 17th century, and you enjoy lunch on a historic square. In Gouda, you explore the market square, admire the 15th-century Town Hall, and see St. John's Church, home to exceptional medieval stained glass. At the old weighing house, you finish with a cheese tasting. Lunch, museum and church admissions, transfers and the cheese tasting are all included. You can start in either city. This is a private tour. You set the pace, and if you have any special requests or an interest in a certain topic, just let us know.