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Private & customizable Half-Day Sightseeing Tour in Amsterdam (opens in a new tab)

9 4 h

Grab the opportunity and make the most out of your stay in Amsterdam by discovering the best this city has to offer in a fully customizable tour! At the desired time, an experienced English-speaking professional driver will pick you up in a private vehicle ready to share the historical facts, the necessary information about the sights and, of course, his personal input in order to immerse you into the Amsterdammer lifestyle. Immerse yourself to the beauty of Amsterdam. Walk along Dam square, Alber Cuyup Market and the Red light district. Admire the architecture of the Royal Palace and Rijksmuseum. Do not miss out on taking a photo at the famous Windmill of Amstel and the Amsterdam Canal. Our drivers are not licensed to accompany you into the sights but are very knowledgeable of the places visited and will provide all the necessary historical information and their local perspective. At the end of the ride, your friendly driver will drop you off at your accommodation.

from$238

Amsterdam: Private Tour to Keukenhof and Flower-Farm with Ticket (opens in a new tab)

53 5 h

AVAILABLE FROM 19 MARCH-10MAY 2026 ---------------------------------------------------- This tour is all about flower power. Marvel at the rainbow-colored flower fields full of blossoming daffodils, orchids and of course tulips, with windmills on the horizon. Visit the Keukenhof Gardens and see wonderful floral displays and let your nose be filled with the scent of over seven million blooming flowers. In the Garden of Europe are more tulips to be found than anywhere else in the world. Your private Driver/Host will tour you through the varicoloured tulip strips and show you the extravagant floral displays of the Keukenhof Gardens. After you’ve discovered the world of flower power, your personal local guide will drive you true the flowerfields. the final destination is a Family owned farm where you can discover the fascinating process of tulip cultivation on a working farm, explore the beautiful show gardens, pick your own tulips, and see how the bulbs are grown and harvested.

from$441

Red Light District private tour (opens in a new tab)

8 1 h 30 min

This tour offers a unique and authentic look into the heart of Amsterdam’s most fascinating neighborhood. The guide will give you a deeper understanding of this fascinating and often misunderstood area. Discover the day-to-day realities of sex workers, the history of this centuries-old profession, and the Netherlands’ famously tolerant approach on prostitution and drug policies. Along the way, enjoy captivating stories and surprising anecdotes about the district’s past, its present, and even its recent controversies. While guided tours inside the Red Light District are no longer allowed (as of 2020), this tour takes you around its outskirts. You’ll leave with a handy map to explore the final stretch on your own, plus a small gift that’s sure to make you smile!

from$229

From Amsterdam: Private Haarlem Day Trip with St. Bavo Entry (opens in a new tab)

8 5 h

Leave Amsterdam’s crowds behind and reach Haarlem by fast train on a private 5-hour day trip with a local guide. Meet at your central Amsterdam hotel or Amsterdam Centraal Station, then travel together with round-trip train tickets included. Explore Haarlem’s historic centre on foot at a comfortable pace. See Grote Markt, St. Bavo Church, Molen De Adriaan, the Corrie ten Boom House, Teylers Museum, Frans Hals Museum, and other local landmarks. Admission to St. Bavo Church is included; other museum tickets are not included unless confirmed separately. Because this is a private tour, the route can be adjusted to your interests, whether you enjoy history, architecture, art, or quieter streets away from Amsterdam’s busiest areas. • Reach Haarlem easily by fast train from Amsterdam • Travel with round-trip train tickets included • Explore at your own pace with a private local guide • Enjoy a flexible walking route based on your interests

from$310

Hidden Gems Tour from Amsterdam: Discover the Frisian Treasures (opens in a new tab)

7 8 h 30 min

Step off the well-trodden tourist path and discover one of the Netherlands’ best-kept secrets: the stunning province of Friesland. Venture beyond the usual tourist trail and discover the hidden treasures of Friesland on this exclusive tour. Cross the iconic Afsluitdijk, one of the world's greatest feats of water engineering, before visiting the charming Eleven Cities town of Franeker and its extraordinary UNESCO World Heritage-listed Eise Eisinga Planetarium—the oldest working planetarium in the world. Continue to the picturesque harbor town of Hindeloopen, famous for its colorful wooden bridges, traditional architecture, and rich maritime heritage. Along the way, uncover one of the Netherlands' most fascinating mysteries as you visit the remarkable centuries-old Frisian mummies. Combining breathtaking landscapes, unique history, and extraordinary cultural treasures, this unforgettable journey reveals a side of the Netherlands that few visitors ever experience.

from$153

Windmills Zaanse Schans small group tour-region Amsterdam (opens in a new tab)

58 2 h

We go hiking in a small group, sometimes privately over the Zaanse Schans. I am a certified Guide and will give you a lot of information about the highlights. The walk will show you the Albert Heijn museum shop, the clog factory and the cheese factory, and we will taste cheese and of course to the windmills, entrance not included.

from$38.89

Amsterdam Museum: The Story of Amsterdam in Motion (opens in a new tab)

4 30 min – 40 min

Amsterdam in Motion offers a captivating journey through the city’s past, present, and future. This unique exhibition, curated by the Amsterdam Museum, features a city model that animates Amsterdam's story through storytelling and projections.

from$20.59

Amsterdam: Factory Tour at Oldest Diamond Factory (opens in a new tab)

47 30 min

Just around the corner from the Rijksmuseum, step inside the oldest still operating diamond polishing factory in the world and experience 185 years of craftsmanship at Royal Coster Diamonds. During this 30 minute guided tour, you will discover how rough diamonds are transformed into sparkling masterpieces, watch real diamond polishers and goldsmith at work. Learn about the 4 C's of diamond valuation Cut, Color, Clarity, and Carat and how each factor determines a stone's quality and value. Along the way, you will uncover the stories behind some of the world’s most famous diamonds, admire the replica of the legendary Koh i Noor, the Cullinan replica the largest gem-quality rough diamond ever found and discover the Royal 201, known as the most brilliant diamond in the world. Experience the atmosphere of a factory where craftsmanship has been passed down since 1840 and enjoy one of Amsterdam’s most unique cultural experiences on Museumplein.

from$10.29

Guided Tour to Antwerp and Brussels from Amsterdam (opens in a new tab)

5 11 h

An unforgettable full-day guided adventure from Amsterdam to two of Belgium’s most iconic and culturally rich cities; Brussels and Antwerp. This carefully curated tour offers an experience that blends fascinating history, breathtaking architecture, and the irresistible flavours of Belgium’s most beloved culinary delights. From the grandeur of Brussels’ medieval Grand Place and the Manneken Pis to Antwerp’s magnificent Gothic cathedral and vibrant diamond district. Every stop reveals a new layer of beauty and heritage, all delivered with comfort, expert guidance, and seamless transportation.

from$193

Amsterdam Small-Group Bike Tour With Optional Canal Cruise (opens in a new tab)

216 2 h 30 min

Discover Amsterdam like a local on a 2.5-hour bike tour along the city’s iconic canals. Cover the 20% of the city you can’t explore on foot, riding safely on quiet lanes away from the busy city centre. Explore Vondelpark, The Jordaan, De 9 Straatjes, Centraal Station, and pass top museums such as the Rijksmuseum, Van Gogh Museum, and NEMO. Hear fascinating stories, uncover hidden gems, and enjoy a truly memorable two-wheeled adventure, perfect for first-time visitors and those familiar with the city. At the end of the tour, you can keep your bike for as long as you like, asking the guide about rates and conditions on the same day. Ideal for families, couples, and groups, this tour combines fun, safety, and authenticity, showcasing Amsterdam from a unique local perspective, blending culture, history, and the city’s urban and natural landscapes.

from$23.68

Lisse: Tulip Experience with Tulip Garden, Picking Area, Museum (opens in a new tab)

1 h 30 min

Experience the Dutch tulip fields like no other at Tulip Experience Amsterdam! Aim your cameras on the colourful Tulip Garden, where 4 million tulips and 700 different varieties of flowers are blooming! You'll explore the colourful world of the tulip and learn about the history and the growing process of the tulip in the Indoor Tulip Museum. Afterwards you pick your own bunch of tulips in the Indoor Tulip Picking Area (which is included in the ticket price). There are also several art exhibitions, a cinema, a coffee corner with delicious Dutch delicacies, a regional market with local products and much more. Tulip Experience Amsterdam is a family owned farm. The Tulip Garden blooms in stages based on mother nature's schedule. But don't worry, with 700 different kinds in the Tulip Garden, plus the Indoor Tulip Show, and Indoor Tulip Picking Area, you will see tulips in bloom.

from$14.30

Tulip Field & Grenhouse Tour + lunch & Zaanse Schans Visit (opens in a new tab)

127 5 h 30 min

See the Netherlands’ most iconic sights and the full story behind its most famous flower, all in one day. We begin at Zaanse Schans, home to the country’s best-known windmills, before continuing to a working greenhouse for a private, guided look behind the scenes at how tulips are grown and cared for year-round, a side of tulip season most visitors never see. Lunch follows inside the greenhouse itself, surrounded by tulips. From there, we visit multiple family-owned tulip fields, away from the crowds, for plenty of unhurried time among the blooms. These are real working farms, not staged photo spots, with no entry lines or queues, just rows of vivid colour stretching across the landscape and plenty of time to find your angle and capture it. Before making our way back to Amsterdam, there’s one last chance to take it all in, a fitting close to a day that began with windmills and ends among the tulips.

from$154

Van Gogh & Rijksmuseum w/ Reserved Entry Semi-Private Tour (opens in a new tab)

444 5 h

The 5 hour semi-private guided museum combo tour includes entry to both Rijksmuseum & Van Gogh Museum so you can skip the line and learn about the museums’ collections with one of our engaging expert guides. Join our most popular group tour of Amsterdam’s best museums. Perfect for an introduction to Van Gogh and the artists of the Dutch Golden Age. This intimate tour with a maximum of 12 people in each group will take you on an artistic and historical journey through the 18th and 19th centuries.

from$296

Zaanse Schans and Volendam Private Tour from Amsterdam (opens in a new tab)

58 7 h

See the best Holland has to offer in a 7 hour tour which covers the world-famous Zaanse Schans with its windmills. You will also drive through the countryside to the farmers town of Katwoude to visit a cheese farm and the fisherman village of Volendam. Your personal private guide and driver will tell you everything about these places and its history. At Volendam, a stop is scheduled for a typical Dutch lunch (included). At Zaanse Schans, you will visit a wooden shoe workshop for a demonstration of clog making and a working Industrial windmill (entrance fee included). In Volendam, you will board a boat for a boat tour on the former inner sea Zuiderzee. As this is a private tour, you will be picked up and dropped off at your hotel in Amsterdam or any other for you convenient place in or near Amsterdam.

from$286

Zaanse Schans Windmills Volendam Private Tour from Amsterdam (opens in a new tab)

523 6 h

Discover the Dutch Countryside Like a Local Welcome to my backyard! I live in a charming, historic fishing village in the heart of the Dutch countryside, and I would love to show you around on a private tour. I’ve been guiding visitors since 2014 and have proudly shared the beauty of my home with tens of thousands of guests. On this tour, we will skip the tourist traps so I can show you the best hidden spots, stunning views, and local eateries for delicious food. Along the way, I’ll share wonderful, authentic stories about the locations that brought this region to life. Come experience the authentic Dutch countryside through the eyes of someone who calls it home!

from$686

Keukenhof Skip-the-line Tickets: Countryside & Farm Private Tour (opens in a new tab)

56 8 h

Combine a tour of the authentic Dutch countryside with the blossoming tulip fields of the Keukenhof. (19 march 2026 - 10 may 2026) When people come to visit the Netherlands, there is one thing they really don’t want to miss: the tulips. That’s why we offer you the private Keukenhof Tour in combination with the picturesque Dutch countryside. The windmill village of Zaanse Schans is where past tradition is still alive. The Dutch countryside is by many described as the scenery of a fairy tale, akin you will experience Zaanse Schans. Green meadows with grazing cows, calm streams and the subtle sound of turning windmills. Wandering the romantic town of Volendam is like finding yourself in the middle of a folkloric film. Nicknamed ‘The Pearl of the Zuiderzee’, this fisherman village was founded all the way back in the 14th century.

from$522

Amsterdam Rijksmuseum Tour Semi-Private with 12ppl Max (opens in a new tab)

258 2 h

This 2-hour semi-private guided museum tour of the Rijksmuseum will take you through a selection of it’s most important pieces, putting them into context for even the most amateur art lover. Instead of blindly walking through the halls of Holland’s largest museum, let our guides share the stories behind each must-see work of art and artifact. With a maximum of 12 people in each group, we ensure a personal experience for each person.

from$113

Giethoorn: Day Trip from Amsterdam and Guided Canal Cruise (opens in a new tab)

19 7 h – 8 h

Discover the beauty of the Netherlands on a guided day trip from Amsterdam to Giethoorn. Travel with our Giethoorn Express and arrive in approximately 1 hour and 20 minutes at the famous "Venice of the North." This charming, car-free village is known for its peaceful canals, picturesque bridges, and traditional thatched-roof houses. Upon arrival, enjoy a cheese tasting at the Henri Willig Cheese Store before boarding your 45-minute canal cruise. Your experienced skipper will share fascinating stories about Giethoorn's history, culture, and daily life while you take in the stunning scenery. After the cruise, enjoy free time to explore the village, have lunch, browse local shops, or simply relax by the canals. This is the perfect escape from Amsterdam for nature lovers, photographers, and anyone seeking an authentic Dutch experience.

from$67.48

7 Day Taste of Central Europe Tour Germany, Netherlands, France, Belgium (opens in a new tab)

9 7 days

Catch a glimpse of Central Europe's most fascinating and vibrant cities with the 7-Day Taste of Central Europe Tour. Leaving from Amsterdam you will visit the bustling streets and canals of Amsterdam, stroll around the Dutch countryside and windmills village Zaanse Schans. And joining our Red Line tour between 21 March and 19 May you will visit the beautiful garden of Europe, Keukenhof. Then you will drive through Brussels to visit Atomium and Manneken Pis Statue. And arrive finally in the City of Lights, Paris with all it's main attractions. After Paris we'll explore the Champagne region of Reims, the Grand Duchy of Luxembourg, the historic German cities of Trier, Koblenz, Frankfurt, Bonn and of course Cologne. After all those vibrant cities, you will be back in Amsterdam with an unforgettable experience!

from$1,042

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