Top Netherlands Unique Experiences

The best way to explore the UNESCO-listed Amsterdam Canal Ring is indisputably by a small electric boat that can access the narrow historic canals that larger tour boats can't reach. Get a different perspective of the Dutch capital while avoiding the crowds on land during this relaxing cruise through the Red Light District, Anne Frank House, and the Skinny Bridge (depending on the route chosen). When the weather is good, enjoy an open-air boat ride as well as heated seats during the winter or bad weather.

Experience three icons of the Dutch countryside—windmills, cheese, and wooden clogs—on a day trip from Amsterdam that saves you the stress of arranging logistics. Journey to the North Holland towns of Zaanse Schans and Volendam to view working windmills at an open-air museum, visit a dairy farm or cheese weighing house, step inside a clog factory, and enter a windmill. Learn more about Dutch culture than you would exploring alone.

As the sun goes down over Amsterdam, take in its illuminated waterfront and history on an atmospheric canal cruise. Savor a 4-course gourmet dinner with wine, beer, soft drinks as you drift past historical attractions including the Anne Frank House and the Bloemenmarkt, while listening to informative commentary. Please note only available Wed -Sat

Home to some of the world’s most iconic Van Gogh paintings, Amsterdam’s Van Gogh museum attracts lines that often exceed two hours. Beat the crowds with this timed admission ticket that also includes an Amsterdam canal cruise, which you can take at a time that works for you. This self-guided experience is an ideal choice for first-time visitors with limited time in the Dutch capital, as it lets you explore at a pace that suits you rather than following a fixed tour itinerary.

Combine two of Amsterdam’s top-selling experiences and save money with a Super Saver Heineken Experience and canal cruise package—a convenient and budget-friendly choice that’s ideal for first-time visitors. Guarantee your entry to the often sold-out Heineken Experience by booking in advance and get unobstructed views of Amsterdam’s UNESCO-listed waterways, without the crowds on land, during a canal cruise—a quintessential Amsterdam experience.

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.

Understanding Amsterdam’s Red Light District (De Wallen) can be difficult without local context, but this private walking tour offers a clear, informed introduction with a guide leading the way. Travel along Zeedijk Street and through Chinatown, all while learning about how the area has evolved. As you walk past red-lit windows and adult entertainment venues, your guide separates fact from fiction and explains the social history of the district, including how prostitution was legalized in the Netherlands in 2000, and the culture surrounding coffee shops (licensed venues where cannabis is legally sold and consumed).

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.

See a side of the Netherlands that many visitors miss on an e-bike tour that promises an authentic Dutch experience. Swap the busy streets of Amsterdam for open fields, canals, windmills, and picture-perfect medieval villages as you follow a comfortable 25-mile (40-kilometer) route that's made easier with an electric bike. Upgrade to visit a family-run cheese and clog farm and see locals making Gouda cheese and wooden clogs by hand.

Enjoy a break from the city and discover rural Holland on a private sightseeing tour to Zaanse Schans and Volendam from Rotterdam. See traditional windmills, factories, and villages, with free time to explore at your own pace. Travel the outlying locations with ease via private vehicle, and benefit from convenient pickup and drop-off from your Rotterdam hotel.

Get to know Amsterdam like a local on a private, fully personalized experience. Starting from your accommodation or chosen meeting point, explore the city in a way that reflects your interests—whether that's wandering the charming Nine Streets, uncovering hidden courtyards, sampling Dutch delicacies at a street market, or soaking in canal-side views. With a local host by your side, you’ll skip the tourist trail and dive into authentic Amsterdam.

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.

Heighten your senses and pleasure your palate during a 4-course dining in the dark experience in Amsterdam. Rather than eating in a standard restaurant, enhance your sensory experience of food and drink while allowing blind waiting staff to deliver delicious dishes to your table in the pitch-black darkness. Select your meal from an illuminated selection outside and then plunge back into the darkness to enjoy this unique lunch or dinner.

Discover the beautiful city of Amsterdam, known as the ‘Venice of the North,’ from the water on this sightseeing cruise. Choose your preferred departure time from your chosen departure point and set off on the UNESCO-listed waterways aboard a glass-topped canal boat. Glide under pretty bridges, past 17th-century buildings and landmarks like the Anne Frank House, and learn about the city’s history from the audio guide.

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.

Swap the standard itinerary of typical guided tours for a private and personalized experience of Rotterdam. Tell your private guide what you are interested in and they will create a customized tour, with no set itinerary, of Rotterdam to ensure that you experience the city more like a local than a tourist.

Save yourself any travel hassle, and purchase tickets to two popular Amsterdam attractions before you arrive. By booking both simultaneously, you’ll save nearly a quarter on admission costs. First, explore Amsterdam’s picturesque waterways on a canal cruise, which will whisk you past many of the city’s key landmarks and historical merchant houses. Then, learn the stories behind the city’s notorious Red Light District when you visit Red Light Secrets, a one-of-a-kind local museum.

Exploring an unfamiliar is much better in the company of a local who knows all the best spots. This personalized experience in the company of a like-minded host takes you to see Amsterdam's top attractions, as well as the hidden gems that only locals know about.

From Amsterdam, this full‑day Super‑Saver bundle combines scenic wind-mill villages, traditional Dutch towns, and optionally the famous blooming gardens (seasonal), all in one seamless experience. It’s a rich mix of countryside charm, cultural heritage, and photogenic landscapes—a full‑on Netherlands sampler in just one day.

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.

Visit the historic Zaanse Schans neighborhood without the need to navigate unfamiliar public transportation with this private tour from Amsterdam. Let your guide lead the way as you see historic windmills, taste cheese at a cheese factory, and watch a shoemaker carving traditional wooden clogs. Ideal for travelers who want to see a little more of the country outside its capital city.

Famous for its pretty windmills and colorful houses, Zaanse Schans offers a snapshot of traditional life in Holland. On this tour, begin with pickup at Amsterdam Airport Schiphol and head straight there with your private guide. With entry fees included, see clog-making done the traditional way, sample local Gouda cheese, and gain insight into Holland’s traditional crafts. You can enjoy a drop-off back at the airport, or head onward to your hotel.

Step aboard a historic saloon boat, built in 1912 and considered a floating monument, for a private cruise with your own group of up to eight. You'll float by some of the city's top landmarks while enjoying complimentary bottled water and drinks available for purchase. Your guide will tailor commentary to your interests and answer any questions.