Top Netherlands Full-day Tours

Planning a day trip to Keukenhof and Zaanse Schans means juggling separate tickets, transport, and timings. Leave the logistics to a local guide, who leads the way from Amsterdam to Keukenhof Gardens, then on to Zaanse Schans, a village known for its traditional windmills and wooden houses. Along the way, enjoy a cheese tasting, a clog-making demonstration, and a windmill tour.

A UNESCO World Heritage Site, the Windmills of Kinderdijk combine postcard-perfect views with human ingenuity and rich history. Sadly, they take more than two hours and at least three changes to reach from Amsterdam on public transportation. Skip the self-drive stress when you join your female driver-guide on this minivan tour. Efficient route planning leaves time to visit Delft, see the factory, shop for souvenirs, and explore independently.

Venture beyond Amsterdam, and discover more with a private day trip that takes you out of the city. With a guide just for your group, you’ll visit four must-see Dutch sites: the windmills of Zaanse Schans, the cheesemaking town of Edam, the city of Volendam, and Marken island. Ample free time is included, along with all the commentary you need to learn more about the Netherlands.

Reaching North Holland's cultural highlights by public transport means juggling timetables and connections. Leave the logistics to someone else on a day trip from Amsterdam to Zaanse Schans and Volendam. See working windmills at an open-air museum, watch cheese being made, and step inside a clog factory for a closer look at Dutch traditions.

This tour is your chance to see the wide, green countryside of Holland and take in some of its most iconic and historic locations. Set off from Amsterdam and make your way to Zaanse Schans, and spot the famous windmills and tulip fields. Then travel on to a dyke, a medieval castle and a traditional market town. See the real Holland.

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.

See a different side of Amsterdam as you admire its beautiful canals by night on this cruise. Give your body a break from a day of exploring and relax as you pass by landmarks such as the Westerkerk and Rijksmuseum. As you cruise, learn more about the city’s history via an audio guide, available in multiple languages so you can listen in your native language.

Explore the renowned Kröller-Müller Museum and Hoge Veluwe National Park with a private guide and driver on this tour from Amsterdam. Enjoy personal service as you're picked up from your hotel and driven around by a professional guide. Begin at the ark, where you can admire the Dutch landscape and its diverse scenery. Ride a free bike to explore the area further, then visit the museum to see masterpieces by Van Gogh, Monet, Picasso, and more.

Escape the hustle and bustle of Amsterdam and immerse yourself in Dutch culture, history, and food on this small-group tour to Zaanse Schans, Durgerdam, and Giethoorn. Visit charming settlements, see classic Dutch windmills, sample local cheese and milk, try on traditional wooden shoes, and much more. Hotel pick-up and drop-off are included, making this an easy, stress-free day out.

Get away from the tourist crowds of Amsterdam and discover the Netherlands through the eyes of a local on a private day tour. The itinerary is entirely tailor-made to suit your personal interests. Focus on charming villages, vibrant cities, the scenic countryside, or a combination of the three. Possible destinations include Delft, Kinderdijk, Rotterdam, and Dordrecht. Wherever you go, do so in luxury calibre transportation and in the company of your personal guide.

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.

Tick off two of Holland’s top attractions in just one day on this combo tour to Zaanse Schans and Giethoorn, with seamless round-trip transfers from central Amsterdam. Benefit from the insider knowledge of your guide as you explore the traditional windmills and historic houses of Zaanse Schans and head to the charming canal-town of Giethoorn, for a boat tour and visit to a cheese, clog, and diamond factory.

Learn more about Anne Frank & the Jewish History of Amsterdam in this Private Walking Tour and end at the Anne Frank House. Travel back in time to the 16th century when Amsterdam became a safe place for Jewish families fleeing Southern & Eastern Europe. Wander through the Jewish quarter with our guide and see the famous landmarks. Discover the awful stories of families who were hiding from the Germans in WWII and feel the tension of living in Amsterdam during wartime. Hear how hundreds of Jewish children were saved from deportation and explore the beautiful Jewish district. Learn about Anne Frank and see the Westerkerk and Anne Frank House from the outside. At the end of the tour, you have the opportunity to visit the Anne Frank house unguided. We will advise how to get tickets for the house, subject to ticket availability. If booking less than 10 days before your tour, you will receive the Virtual Reality experience of the Anne Frank House instead. No additional purchases required

Swap the hustle and bustle of Amsterdam for the countryside on this 100% private day trip to Hasselt and Giethoorn. There's no need to worry about navigating your way to these riverside towns with your private guide driving you directly to them. Explore each town at your preferred pace as your guide leads the way. Enjoy a boat ride, discovering cobblestone streets on foot, and more.

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.

Skip the impersonal group tours and embark a private tour of south Holland's best attractions. Enjoy the flexibility of being able to customize the itinerary to your preferences as you explore Delft, Rotterdam, Madurodam, and the Hague.

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.

Discover some of the Netherlands’ most interesting places on this full-day tour from Amsterdam. A great way to squeeze lots of sightseeing into one day, you’ll start by learning about cheese, clogs, diamonds, and windmills at the historic village of Zaanse Schans. You’ll then swing by Afsluitdijk to learn about flood prevention and land management, before finishing up with a boat cruise around Giethoorn, a picture-postcard village that’s entirely car-free.

Discover the beauty of the Dutch tulip fields on a luxurious half-day escape from Amsterdam. Hop on our comfortable coach and arrive at the amazing Tulip Experience, your shortcut to a world of color, history, and unforgettable photo moments. Stay as long as you want. Flexible return. Walk through the immersive tulip fields and a spectacular show garden featuring 4 million tulips in 700 varieties. Pick your own bouquet in the covered indoor picking area — rain or shine. Capture perfect photos at curated spots (windmill, tractor, clogs, bicycle, photo frame) designed for Instagram and TikTok. Enjoy local treats at the coffee corner, browse a regional market, and relax in a small cinema. Take home a colorful box of tulips — included with your ticket. Ideal for groups and families: easy logistics, accessible facilities, and activities for all ages. Enjoy the exclusive photo opportunities: fewer crowds than major attractions like Keukenhof, so your photos stay clear and unique.

Experience the enchanting village of Giethoorn, known as the Dutch Venice, on this full-day private sightseeing tour from Amsterdam. Glide along its tranquil canals on a guided boat cruise or pilot a small boat yourself. Then, venture to windmills, the countryside, and a local cheese and clogs factory. Explore the iconic Zaanse Schans with its unique windmills before indulging in a cheese tasting at Henri Willig farm.

Delve into traditional Dutch culture on a private countryside tour from Amsterdam. Skip the hassle of renting a car and navigating country roads, as a dedicated driver makes it easy to travel from the capital to charming villages like Zaanse Schans, Irene Hoeve, and Volendam. See working windmills, visit a cheese factory, watch how wooden clogs are made, and get tips on the top riverside restaurants for an authentic Dutch lunch.

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.

Step into a world of blooming tulips and windmills on a half-day tour from Amsterdam that combines some of the country’s top highlights. From a guided 45-minute garden walk through Keukenhof Gardens to an optional 1-hour Amsterdam canal cruise, the included experiences feature a mix of culture, history, and tradition.

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.