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Giethoorn and Enclosing Dike Private Day Tour from Amsterdam

Starting from your hotel or cruise ship in Amsterdam, you will be picked up to drive through the Netherlands. You will stop outside of Amsterdam to learn more about the history of the city. Your local guide and driver will tell you about the battle against the water the Dutch are fighting for ages. You will stop at a cheese farm to visit the cows stable to learn more about the farm and to meet the animals. You will also receive an explanation about cheese making before you can taste a variety of cheeses at their cheese shop. Your trip continues up north to the famous Enclosing Dike. A more than 30 kilometers long wall that blocks the water from the North Sea and keeps a large part of the Netherlands safe and dry. You will stop here to have a look around and for a cup of coffee. From here, you will drive to Giethoorn for lunch before getting on a boat to see why whis unique village is called "Venice of the North". After an exciting day, your guide will drive you back to Amsterdam.
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Giethoorn Private Tour Guide Giethoorn in luxury Jaguar S Type

Pick up and drop off in luxury Jaguar S Type. Private tour by car. Your driver, who is also your private guide, will bring you safe to your destination "Giethoorn". More than a million tourists on a year base visit this popular hamlet north west of Holland. A synonymous for Giethoorn is Venice of the North because of it's beautiful small canals, riverbridges and picturesque farms. Let's get back in time and don't miss this tour, become part of this fairy tale experience. Your bonus with this tour is a few extra (short) stops to have the chance to make some unforgettable typical Dutch pictures. Windmills, cheesefarm, ww2 remains, castle & off the beaten paths Dutch countryside.
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Tour to the Alkmaar Cheese market and Windmills from Amsterdam

Enjoy a full day Sightseeing tour to the Alkmaar Cheese market, windmills, the countryside, a local cheese and clogs factory and Volendam. The Alkmaar Cheese Market is the oldest and largest in the Netherlands. Since 1365, Alkmaar has had one cheese scale, and by 1612, the city had as many as four cheese scales. Even the Waagplein, where the cheese market has been held since its inception, has been expanded several times. Here are the most special windmills of The Netherlands such as the paint windmill, the sawmill, spices mill and peanut oil. Thereafter you will see how we make the original Dutch clogs and there is a possibility to buy clogs/wooden shoes and souvenirs. The second stop will be at the Henri Willig farm where they will teach you how they treat their cows and there is a possibility to see how they milk the cows. Thereafter it is time to taste more than 30 types of very nice Dutch cheese for free! Duration of the tour will be approx. 8 hours.
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Band of Brothers in Bastogne from Amsterdam

In just one day you will see the key sights that give a good impression of the Battle of the Bulge. We will see a German Panther Tank, the bunker where Patton's troops reached Bastogne, McAuliffe Place with the General's statue and a Sherman Tank, the Mardasson Memorial with the iconic Bastogne War Museum. Of course we visit the foxholes of Easy Coy, 506PIR, 101st Airborne Division, the famous Band of Brothers and the village of Foy, taken in January 1945. But keep in mind it is a 3,5 hour drive to Bastogne without traffic delays. We will have a coffee break and the guide will bring a can of coffee and some bottled water.
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Private Minivan Zaanse Schans Windmill Tour from Amsterdam

Experience the old Netherlands on a 3-hour private trip to Zaanse Schans from Amsterdam with a luxury Mercedes Minivan with a professional driver. Marvel at the beauty of the Zaan region with its wooden windmills, picturesque villages, and meadows. Explore the historic windmill village of Zaanse Schans, through charming alleys and waterways, passing by green-painted houses, wooden barns, and shops. Witness the craft of making clogs and cheese in artisan workshops, and visit a working windmill to discover how they were used for pumping water, sawing wood, and more during the 17th and 18th centuries. Highlights of the 3-hour private tour to Zaanse Schans from Amsterdam include admiring the wooden windmills and the scenic landscape of the picturesque Zaan region, exploring the painted houses and bridges during a guided tour of Zaanse Schans, observing a cheese-making demonstration, and witnessing traditional clog makers in action.
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Cultural Antwerp & Capital Brussels: Day Trip from Amsterdam

The perfect day trip to Belgium: cultural Antwerp and capital Brussels. Antwerp is one of Europe’s biggest ports and has a long and rich history. Visit the medieval fortress in the heart of the city, count the bricks of La Notre-Dame d’Anvers, stroll around the Grote Markt or follow in the footsteps of the painter Rubens, who designed and built his own picturesque house in Antwerp. Brussels, the ‘Capital of Europe’, is home to many must-sees, such as La Grande-Place which is listed as a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Walk around this mind-blowing square, take a closer look at architectural masterpiece Hotel de Ville and visit the Sacred Island. Take a break and have a waffle or two – sometimes the best option is to try all. Order some typical pommes-frites or enjoy the local cuisine at one of the finest brasseries in town.
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Historical tour of Amsterdam with Italian guide

Tour with Italian mother tongue operator, professionalism, experience and friendliness, lots of information and curiosities along the way, live a day as an "Amsterdammer". Some of the main stops on the route: Central Amsterdam - Singel - the spice customs house - the king's warehouses - the first red light - The Joordan - Anne Frank's house (entrance excluded) - Dam Square - Flower market - Leidseplein the university square - HardRockcafè - Vondelpark - Museumplein the museum square - Van Gogh museum (entrance excluded) A fascinating historical journey full of points of interest, from the companies of the indies to the wars of religion, from Erasmus to Martin Luther up to the famous memoirs of Anne Frank, this tour allows you to learn the history, customs and traditions of this beautiful city . Many points of interest and lots of useful information await you along the way with experiences and stories from our expert mother-tongue Italian guides.
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Private bus or car Tour Volendam (fishing village) 4hrs 1-15 pers

The fishing village of Volendam is a completely different world, just a short ride from Amsterdam. The 22 thousand inhabitants of the village at the Markermeer have their own traditions, costumes, music, and dialect different from the rest of the Netherlands. Explore the picturesque village with its centuries-old typical houses, have a delicious fish lunch in one of the excellent restaurants at the dike, learn about 'palingroken' and even the 'palingsound' in the Volendam Museum, and watch the fishing boats in the port. Visit a cheese factory and learn how clogs are made from one of the last remaining clogs makers. It is also possible to take the boat to the charming island village of Marken.
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Westerbork Concentration Camp from Amsterdam by Private Car

Visit the former Nazi concentration camp in Westerbork to learn about Anne Frank and other Jews, Sinti and Roma, killed in the Holocaust. Learn about WWII and the mass deportations of innocent people to death camps. Enjoy a private tour from Amsterdam. Highlights Visit the Westerbork Concentration Camp with a 5-Stars History Expert Guide Learn about the Holocaust and World War II in Holland Hear the true story of Anne Frank and other deported Jews killed by the Nazis Explore the former labor camp and the memorial museum Take advantage of private car transfers from Amsterdam Camp Westerbork was a major transit hub for Jews, Sinti, Roma and other individuals sent by the Nazis to Auschwitz and other concentration camps in Europe. Join a Licensed Guide on a tour of the memorial site and museum to learn about the process of staging the ‘Final Solution’. Uncover new details about WWII and the Holocaust.
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Westerbork Concentration Camp from Amsterdam - A Private Tour

Have you visited the Anne Frank House? Now you can follow her story to Westerbork Concentration Camp. Here we widen our scope from this one family to the 102000 Jews and 245 Roma deported through this camp to the death camps in Germany. The core of this tour is a 3 hour visit to the Westerbork Camp and its Remembrance center. Because of driving times to Westerbork we have added stops half way for interest and relaxation. Total tour time from start to finish is 8-9 hours. We start at Anne Frank's original house in Amsterdam and half way on the road to Westerbork we visit another hideout, the Hidden Village in the woods at Vierhouten. On the way back we take the route across the Closure Dam so you can see one of the great waterworks of the Netherlands.
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Private Tour to Zaanse Schans + Giethoorn with renting boat

Our adventure begins at Zaanse Schans, an enchanting open-air museum near Amsterdam. Step into the 18th and 19th centuries, immersed in Dutch life. Windmills, traditional houses, and workshops create an authentic atmosphere. Complimentary windmill tour enhances your visit. Witness the inner workings, marvel at preserved craftsmanship, and learn their historical significance. These iconic structures were essential in grinding grain and sawing timber, showcasing Dutch ingenuity. Next, we venture to Giethoorn, the "Venice of the Netherlands." Its canals, bridges, and thatched-roof houses make it a hidden gem. Enjoy a complimentary boat rental, immersing yourself in the village's tranquility. Glide through canals, witness vibrant gardens, and embrace the local way of life. Join us on this extraordinary journey where history, nature, and culture converge. Experience the best of Zaanse Schans and Giethoorn with our seamless and unforgettable private guided tour.
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Rotterdam, Hague & Delft Private Tour from Amsterdam by Car

Enjoy an exclusive day tour of Rotterdam, Hague and Delft with a 5-Star Guide and private car transfers from Amsterdam. Visit a pottery factory in Delft and see highlights such as the Cube Houses of Rotterdam and the Houses of Parliament in the Hague. Highlights Explore 3 amazing Dutch cities with a 5-Star Private Guide Admire the avant-garde architecture of Rotterdam Visit a famous pottery factory in medieval Delft Learn about the Dutch government and royal family in the Hague Enjoy a day trip with private car transfers from Amsterdam Join this full-day guided tour to discover the best things to do in Holland outside Amsterdam. Travel from the capital to Rotterdam, Hague and Delft and enjoy exploring their highlights with a Private Guide. Enjoy an exclusive experience tailored to your needs and interests. Let us take you on an adventure to 3 amazing Dutch cities!
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Private bus /car Tour The Hague, Scheveningen, Rotterdam 1-15pers

Our chauffeur will pick you up and start the tour showing you the best sights in Amsterdam. You will visit the huge central Dam Square, surrounded by monuments and historic buildings such as the Royal Palace and the New Church. Of course you will see the neon-glowing streets of the famous Red Light District, where you can also sample the smell of the coffeeshops. The fishing village of Volendam is a completely different world, The inhabitants of this village at the Markermeer have their own traditions, costumes, and music different from the rest of the Netherlands. Explore the picturesque village with its centuries-old typical houses, learn about 'palingroken' (eel smoking) and the 'palingsound' in the Volendam Museum. From Volendam you continue by boat to Marken, a former island in the same Markermeer, now connected to the mainland by a dike. The village of Marken, famous for its wooden-paneled houses on stilts and its characteristic drawbridges, is a magical place.
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Private Dutch Food Tasting and History Tour in Zaandam from Amsterdam

A local guide meets you in Amsterdam to bring you to the nearby city of Zaandam. At Zaandam, you will taste some typical Dutch food while you walk through the city center of Zaandam with your guide. Your guide will show you the highlights of Zaandam such as the modern architectual Inntel hotel and the city hall, but also the Czar Peter House, where Russian tsar Peter the Great lived when he was in Zaandam, along with sights of famous Claude Monet paintings. During the tour, you will taste typical Dutch food like a smoked sausage, "Poffertjes", herring, "Kibbeling" and a "Kroket". With a lot of food in your belly, knowledge about the Zaan area and a some treats from you guide, you will brought back to Amsterdam afterwards.
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Old-Holland Tour

The visit starts at the Zaanse Schans, where you can take pictures of real Dutch windmills that are still in use. Then we will drive to the Waterland area along the picturesque villages in this part of the country: Edam, Volendam and Marken. In Edam, we will walk along historical sights such as the square where the famous cheese market used to take place. Next, we visit a local cheese factory near Volendam, where the cheese master explains how Gouda and Edam are made. In the clog factory, you will discover the secrets of this typical Dutch footwear. Next, you will travel back in time to the 17th century, as we pass the cosy fishermen's cottages in Marken, the fishing harbour and the Protestant church.
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See Details → Duration :4 to 10 hours
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