Things to do in Amsterdam, North Holland Province: The Best Day Trips from

January 21, 2022 Madelene Haan

This city, full of colorful homes, canals and bridges, is one of Europe's most picturesque capitals. Must-sees on any visitor's itinerary include the Anne Frank House, the Van Gogh Museum and the world's only floating flower market. Rent a bike and join thousands of locals navigating Amsterdam's labyrinthine streets, or just take in the sights on foot. For an unusual and memorable alternative to hotels, consider staying in a houseboat.
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1. Amsterdam customizable private tour with Hotel or Airport Pick-Up

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Enjoy a full day private sightseeing to the northern part of the Netherlands. A short city tour or tulip tour can be included in this 8 hour tour . See and learn with your private guide all about the typical Dutch Polderland with the beautiful landscape, the windmills, canals and lakes. During the spring time several tulip fields can be spotted on route. As a private tour, your guide can personalize the tour according to your own preferences. -From 21 March 2019 till 19th of May the flower gardens of " Keukenhof" can be visited, entrance fees are not included.-

Inclusions: Private tour, Hotel pickup and drop-off, Transport by private vehicle, Professional guide, Visit at the cheese and/or clog factory

Exclusions: Lunch, Gratuities

Reviewed By christinez903

We have booked a transfert with Rudy Taxi Company, and the services were excellent. They are on time. Suggested using this company!

2. Private Sightseeing Tour to Giethoorn from Amsterdam

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Because of COVID-19 we have taken special hygiene measures. Each vehicle has a plastic screen, is disinfected before each journey and our drivers are trained and provide appropriate materials to ensure social distancing measures are met with all passengers. Discover in a private sightseeing tour one of the most beautiful village in Holland: Giethoorn the Dutch Venice incl. a canal cruise and a visit to the Giethoorn museum. You wil be picked up in Amsterdam in a luxury Mercedes sedan or minivan by a professional driver.

Inclusions: Canal Cruise ticket, Tickets for the Giethoorn museum, Bottled water, Driver/Guide, Hotel pickup and drop-off, Transport by air-conditioned Mercedes sedan/minivan, Transport by private vehicle, Wifi

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Reviewed By 732olafure

The drive to dusseldorf. Smooth and nice. The greeting in Amsterdam airport The driver Gerardo a very good gay

3. Wine & Cheese Tasting - Tour from Amsterdam

Holland Day Tours
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Wine & Cheese Tasting - Tour from Amsterdam 'Taste the Netherlands!' - Farm made Gouda Cheese. - Fresh baked bread from windmill flower. - Visit Dutch vineyard and try the wines. Experience the Dutch Culture and lifestyle: Simple, Pure, Quality and Variety.

Inclusions: Private Tour (country side of Holland), Professional local driver/guide, Hotel/port pickup and drop-off, Transport by private vehicle, Tastings: Cheese, Bread, Wine

Exclusions: Personal expenses, Gratuities, Lunch

Reviewed By BackPacker766385

Stefka led a wonderful tour through a small town while on her bicycle. Windmills, canals, dykes - all of the special features in a small town setting. Stefka clearly loves the town and is prepared to answer questions with knowledge and gentle good humour. This is our second tour with Stefka and it was a treat!

4. Private day trip to Bruges from Amsterdam

Trigger Tours, Private tours in Amsterdam
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Explore Bruges with a private guide on a day trip from Amsterdam. Visit the historic center, join a boat tour, learn more about Belgium’s world-famous beers and see the historical houses that date back from the medieval times. Your private guide will pick you up at your hotel or any other desired location. From here he will drive you Bruges in a comfortable vehicle. When arriving in Bruges you will see why the historic center of Bruges was named a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Visit the historic city center, learn more about Belgium’s world-famous beers and see the Church of Our Lady. Explore the charming area around the Dyver canal, and then stroll the cobbled square of Walplein. After exploring Bruges by foot your guide will take you on a 1-hour boat tour of Bruges. This is included with the tour. You also get the option to do a Belgium Beer and chocolate tasting. After the tour the guide will drive you back to your hotel.

Inclusions: Air-conditioned vehicle, Private transportation, You can pick a departure time between 8:00am - 1:00pm.

Exclusions: Dinner

Reviewed By derenl2021

Very interesting and exciting tour! Our guide, Jan, showed us all the interesting sites in Amsterdam. He shared much information and even gave us some tips to get some good food, as restaurants are still closed. Very friendly and informative! Great tour and great day!

5. Holland Spectacle (Keukenhof Tulips Garden & Giethoorn)

Hotel ibis Amsterdam Centre, Stationsplein 49, 1012 AB Amsterdam, Netherlands XALAM TOURS & TRAVELS
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A unique combination of one tour package that will take you to the top of your imagination that you have never experienced before. Two neatly and beautifully packaged destinations that you will never find from other tour operators in Europe.

Inclusions: Full day trip from Amsterdam, Transport in car / minivan / coach, Canal cruise ticket in Giethoorn, Entry/Admission - Keukenhof (Tulips/ Flowers Garden)

Exclusions: Personal expenses, Food and drinks, Gratuities (optional)

Reviewed By Storyteller659430

If you are nature lover and want to spend some times in quietly you can visit this tiny but superb place.

6. Visit the overwhelming flower fields by bike

Stationsplein 10, 1012 AB Amsterdam, Netherlands Hop-on Tours
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You can really experience spring in the Bollestreek! Every spring 'de Bollenstreek' is a patchwork of beautifully colored and fragrant bulb fields. Colorful strips adorn the area. A visit to the flower fields by bike is the ultimate way to soak up the scent of spring and the best way to relax and enjoy the crocuses, daffodils, hyacinths and of course the tulips! It's no coincidence that this unique colorful setting is the most photographed landscape in the world. Say for yourself that all those colors will make you happy!

Inclusions: Use of bicycle, Transportation return ticket

Exclusions: Coffee and/or Tea

Reviewed By MycoMango3

Hans provided a fantastic experience, friendly and organised. His great local knowledge provided us a unique lens to view the sights + some bonus locations you won't get in any other run of the mill tours :D Definitely recommend!

7. Flexible Amsterdam Layover Tour with a Local: 100% Personalized & Private ★★★★★

Schiphol, Netherlands CityUnscripted
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Beat the layover blues and make the most of your time in a new city. Tailored to fit your schedule and preferences, you’ll join one of our local hosts for a personalized experience of Amsterdam. See famous attractions like Dam Square and the Anne Frank Museum or explore the trendy Jordaan district where you can feast on some delicious dutch delicacies. Within 24 hours after booking you'll receive a short questionnaire about your personality and interests. Based on your responses, you'll be assigned a like-minded host. Your host will communicate with you directly to suggest an itinerary to help you discover what makes the city unique. You will also agree on a meeting time and place. Your itinerary is flexible, so during the experience, you can always change your mind about what you want to do.

Inclusions: Private and personalized itinerary , 4 to 8 hours with a host (includes travel time) , Your host will meet you at the airport, Transfers to and from the airport , Walking experience (if required, your host can suggest public transport or private taxi options)

Exclusions: Food and drinks, Tickets to any attractions, Transportation costs other than airport transfers, Gratuities (optional)

Reviewed By cbassmix

Anna Aksionova was my tour guide for a 5 hours visit of Amsterdam and I really enjoyed it She was very well educated of the places and history of Amsterdam. I will remember this tour for a very long time!

8. Seemore Dutch Castle and the Old Town

Centraal Station, 1012 ZZ Amsterdam, Netherlands Seemore Dutch
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In the heart of the Netherlands, in the Utrecht property Haarzuilens, is the largest and most luxurious castle of the Netherlands, called castle De Haar. The castle is surrounded by a beautiful estate and ancient walls, which brings a unique experience. After an inspiring visit to this magnificent structure, Seemore Dutch takes you to the lively historical center of Utrecht.

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9. Giethoorn and Zaanse Schans Small-Group Day Tour

Hotel NH Collection Amsterdam Barbizon Palace, Prins Hendrikkade 59-72, 1012 AD Amsterdam, Netherlands Cherry Travel & Tours
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Explore the top two sightseeing attractions near Amsterdam in one day. Visit Zaanse Schans traditional wooden windmills and distinctive green wooden houses which were relocated there to recreate the atmosphere of an 18th/19th-century village. Then visit idyllic canal village ''Dutch Venice'' Giethoorn to experience unique lifestyle in a Dutch village without main roads, charming thatched-roof farmhouses and arch shaped wooden bridges, cruising around the canals in Giethoorn.    • Small groups up to 8 people. • Experience traditional lifestyle dated back in 18th/19th century in Zaanse Schans and 'fairy-tale' lifestyle in Giethoorn all in one day.   • Cruising around the canals in Giethoorn with a speed of 6km/hour, allowing you to admire every part of beautiful Giethoorn peacefully.   • Special hotel pickup service.

Inclusions: Professional guide, Tour coach or van, 1-Hour English guided boat trip in Giethoorn with tea/coffee served on board.

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Reviewed By morganmR1184VR

I joint the 2 Days castle tour to Vianden, Cochem and Drachenburg, I would like to express my gratitude to the tour operator they did a very good job, I enjoyed very much, always the quality and attention that Cherry gives to us was explendid, the tour was well organized, driver was very nice and flexible, the castles wonderful, and the accommodation very confy. Very thanks to Cherry and the staff for this magic experience.

10. Bus day trip Holland Windmill -Zaanse Schans, Marken and Volendam from Amsterdam

Hotel NH Collection Amsterdam Barbizon Palace, Prins Hendrikkade 59-72, 1012 AD Amsterdam, Netherlands Buendia Tours
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In this tour you will discover the charm of the famous villages of Volendam, Marken, and Edam located just a few kilometers from Amsterdam. Discover the famous Zaanse Schans mills, exclusively in English.

Inclusions: Professional English-speaking guide, City tips, Bus round-trip with A/C

Exclusions: Food and drinks, Museum entrance

Reviewed By Modeballon

As advertised, it took three hours, non-stop travelling in a comfortable coach. Might bother some there is no toilet. An hour and a half guided and then up ro 4 hours to explore as one pleases. A beautiful town, easy to navigate, lots of choice for famed chocolate, lace, waffles etc.. Surprisingly good value. Interesting small museums, churches, municipal buildings open to view. The admission costs could mount up if one sees them all, but free audio guides were a bonus. I recommend Gruuthuis museum and the church next door with Michael Angelo statue of Madonna and child. Seemingly carved whilst on a visit to the town. This motif can be seen on a myriad other buildings. All in all a good way to make a visit if one has no time to make a longer stay. Couriers Mar and Clara were attentive. They took a Spanish language group and I was handed over to a local guide to comprise the entire English language group.

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