Discover Amsterdam & Holland: A Perfect 7-Day Itinerary for the Netherlands

9:00 AM - 12:00 PM

Privately Guided Walking Tour of Amsterdam

Make your introductions to Amsterdam with this 3-hour privately-guided walking tour. After picking you up from your hotel, your professional guide will lead you past many of the greatest highlights of the city, including its center, as well as the Jordaan, the Grachtengordel, and the infamous Red-Light District. The guide will explain how all these feature in the citiy's history and contemporary life. Your guide will be happy to share some great tips for the rest of your stay.

Morning to Late Afternoon

Discover the Museums of the Eastern District

The Eastern Districts of Amsterdam host a wide array of museums and activities that serve all ages. The districts include the areas of Waterlooplein, Eastern Docklands, Weesperbuurt, and Plantage. Get in touch with nature at the Botanical Garden or ARTIS, Amsterdam's famous zoo. Experience some hands-on learning at the NEMO Science Museum. See where the famous Dutch painter, Rembrandt, lived and created some of his most famous works. It might not be the most well-known area of the city but there is plenty to explore!

9:00 AM - 12:00 PM

Privately Guided Bike Tour of Amsterdam

There is no better way to explore Amsterdam then on a bike. Among the locals, it's not only the most common way to commute inside the city but also the fastest. They say, that there are more bikes in the city than there are people. On this 3-hour privately guided bike tour you travel away from the busy city center and discover local treasures of the town, not always included in the regular tours. You will return to the center by a public ferry.

Morning to Late Afternoon

Self-Guided Excursion of Den Haag

Den Haag (The Hague), the Netherlands' political heart, is renowned for hosting the International Court of Justice and other global institutions. It blends historical sites like the Binnenhof and the Peace Palace with cultural treasures, including the Mauritshuis museum, famous for Vermeer's "Girl with a Pearl Earring." The city offers a mix of elegant shopping, green spaces, and the popular Scheveningen beach, making it a diverse destination that combines international significance with local charm.

Morning to Afternoon

Self Guided Excursion to Utrecht

Utrecht is a dynamic city at the Netherlands' core, a city whith layers of history going back to the Stone Age. Famous for its scenic canals, notably the venerable Oudegracht, and the towering Dom Tower offering views that encompass much of the Netherlands, Utrecht captivates with its medieval architecture and lively streets.  A little bit more aloof than Amsterdam or Rotterdam, Utrecht is simply a cool place for Dutch people to be. It hosts numerous museums, markets, and educational institutions like Utrecht University, enriching its urban atmosphere. This city blends history, culture, and innovation, making it an essential visit within the Dutch landscape.

9:00 AM - 1:00 PM

Privately Guided Excursion to Zaanse Schans Windmills and Marken

On this 4-hour private excursion you will visit the famous neighborhood of Zaanse Schans, known for its beautiful windmills, artisan crafts and clog-making. You will be amazed with the recreation of an 18th-century Dutch village, albeit with running water and modern utilities. The neighborhood is also famous for cheesemaking, so you will have a chance to try this local specialty. During the tour you can also visit the charming villages of Marken and Volendam before being dropped off at your hotel.