Top Amsterdam Shore Excursions - page 2

Arranging a trip from Amsterdam to Brussels often requires time-consuming planning, but with this private day-trip you can let someone else deal with the logistics. Travel in a luxury Mercedes Sedan or minivan, before enjoying a comprehensive guided tour (own expense) around many of Brussels’ most significant sights like the Grand Palace and the Triumphal Arch, for a stress-free but jampacked day.

Even if you don't have time to spend the night, you can see the best of Cologne on a day trip from Amsterdam. This tour is private so you don't waste time waiting for others and have the flexibility to explore places of your own interest at your own pace.

It can take over 2 hours to get to the quaint village of Giethoorn from Amsterdam by train. Save yourself time and hassle, and get the most out of your day trip by booking a tour with a private guide. Enjoy traditional Dutch culture on a canal cruise through the car-free village of Giethoorn. Admire the thatched roof farms, tidy gardens, wooden bridges and water birds. Customize your tour to add a stop at a windmill, cheese farm or other attraction on the drive back to your hotel.

Escape the crowded city of Amsterdam on a private trip through the charming Dutch countryside. Just half an hour from Amsterdam, enjoy traditional Dutch culture at the fishing town and souvenir promenade of Volendam and the windmill village of Zaanse Schans. A luxury vehicle with a personal guide gives you a private tour; no need to navigate trains or crowded buses.

Discover some of the Netherlands’ most beautiful countryside highlights on this seamless, private tour. Following pickup from your hotel, travel in the comfort of a luxury Mercedes. Your first stop is the charming village of Giethoorn: renowned for its scenic canals, thatched-roof homes, and tranquil pace of living. See the town, and go for a canal cruise. Then, transfer to Zaanse Schans: home to iconic, heritage windmills. Finally, return to your hotel.

When your cruise ship docks in Amsterdam, set off from port with your very own guide to discover the city like a local. On this private, 4-hour shore excursion, you'll explore Albert Cuyp street market, the Museum District and the Jordaan district, whose jumbled streets are laced with cafes, galleries and quirky shops. Learn about life in the liberal capital; try a typical Dutch snack in Leidseplein and visit the Houseboat Museum to learn about the city’s houseboat culture.

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, you have plenty of time to explore at your own pace.

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.

Step back in time to the medieval era on this tour of the well-preserved Muiderslot Castle. No worrying about renting a car or puzzling over public transportation; round-trip rides to and from central Amsterdam are included. Once there, your small group of just seven people or fewer will embark on a guided tour with in-depth commentary from your guide. A small group tour means more attention from your guide and the chance to ask questions.

Take a break from modern civilization on a private day trip to Giethoorn, nicknamed the ‘Dutch Venice’ for its intricate network of canals. Depart Amsterdam in a luxury Mercedes just for your group, and then explore Giethoorn the old-fashioned way on a canal cruise through the largely car-free town. Venture into the nearby marshes of Weerribben-Wieden National Park for a peaceful dose of nature, or get cultured at local art museums and galleries.

When traveling in another country, it’s helpful to have a guide give you insider tips and show you where to go and how to get there. On this 4-day trip, you enjoy the historic city of Amsterdam, experience traditional Dutch culture at Zaanse Schans, and visit Europe’s most charming countryside. 3 and 4 star hotels and transportation make your tour comfortable and relaxing.

Take a break from the city on a half day tour of Volendam and Marken, two traditional villages just outside Amsterdam. The day’s itinerary includes a history museum, a fried fish tasting at a restaurant loved by locals, and a ferry ride to the island of Zuiderzee. In addition to navigating, your guide offers commentary and anecdotes often unheard by visitors.

Visit a Delft Blue pottery factory and paint your own tiles! Discover the masterpieces of Rembrandt in the 17th century Mauritshuis, which also houses his most famous work ‘The Girl with the Pearl Earring’. Experience the Netherlands in miniature version and see if you can recognize some cities in Madurodam. During this tour you will visit the heart of the Dutch democracy. Your private chauffeur guide will explain you about the Binnenhof, home to the government of the Netherlands. Dating back to the 13th century, this is the oldest House of Parliament in the world to be still in use. Marvel at masterpieces of Rembrandt and Vermeer, such as The Girl with the Pearl Earring, in the 17th century Mauritshuis and visit the majestic Peace Palace where the International Court of Justice is located.

Experience the best of Holland your way on a custom 7-hour sightseeing tour. Convenient and comfortable transportation takes you from your Amsterdam hotel to the country’s most popular and lesser-known points of interest. You decide what to see and set the pace on your private adventure. Visit Durgerdam, Volendam, Edam, and more. Get a closer look at Dutch cultural icons such as windmills, cheese, tulips, and dikes. It's up to you!

Leave the tourist crowds behind on a private tour to Zaanse Schans from Amsterdam. Embark on an alternative sightseeing experience, hopping on an electric scooter to efficiently zip around the neighborhood, and benefit from historic and cultural insights provided by your guide. Enjoy free time to explore by foot at your own pace, and relax with round-trip transfer to the outlying location by private vehicle.