Winter Escape: Discover the Netherlands' Hidden Charms

5 Day Tour of Amsterdam

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5 Days 4 Nights

Best Time: Jan-Apr, Oct-Dec

Visiting Museums & Art Galleries

Cultural Exploration

Escape the tourist crowds and experience the magic of the Netherlands in winter. This 5-day itinerary lets you explore the beauty of Dutch culture while cozying up in Amsterdam’s finest museums and cafes. Wander through the iconic Jordaan neighborhood, take a private guided tour through the historic heart of the city, and enjoy the quieter charm of frozen canals. The winter months unveil a special kind of charm, from the historic windmills of Zaanse Schans to the Jewish history of Amsterdam. Detailed travel guidance ensures that every moment is effortlessly memorable, delivered right through our Go Real Travel app.

Discover Amsterdam’s Grachtengordel, a UNESCO heritage site, on a private guided walking tour.
Learn the poignant story of Anne Frank on an emotional tour of the Jewish Quarter.
Acquaint yourself with Dutch art in the Museum Quarter, home to the Rijksmuseum and Van Gogh Museum.
Explore Zaanse Schans, where windmills & traditional Dutch crafts create an idyllic winter landscape
Take a trip to Haarlem, known for medieval architecture & history, just a short ride from Amsterdam.

Discover Amsterdam’s Grachtengordel, a UNESCO heritage site, on a private guided walking tour.
Learn the poignant story of Anne Frank on an emotional tour of the Jewish Quarter.
Acquaint yourself with Dutch art in the Museum Quarter, home to the Rijksmuseum and Van Gogh Museum.
Explore Zaanse Schans, where windmills & traditional Dutch crafts create an idyllic winter landscape
Take a trip to Haarlem, known for medieval architecture & history, just a short ride from Amsterdam.

Old Town

Historic Landmarks

Museum Quarter

Museums & Galleries

Jordaan

Nightlife & Local Scene

Old Jewish Quarter

Jewish Heritage

Eastern Districts

Museums & Galleries

Anne Frank House

Historic Landmarks

Cycling in Amsterdam

Hiking, Biking & Kayaking

Must see sights

Old Town

Historic Landmarks

Museum Quarter

Museums & Galleries

Jordaan

Nightlife & Local Scene

Old Jewish Quarter

Jewish Heritage

Eastern Districts

Museums & Galleries

Anne Frank House

Historic Landmarks

Cycling in Amsterdam

Hiking, Biking & Kayaking

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Day 1

Arrive Amsterdam

Day 1

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Arrival in Amsterdam Airport and Transfer by Taxi or Train

Amsterdam has one main airport, Amsterdam Airport Schiphol. Taxis are available directly at the terminal exit, or you can arrange a private transfer for added convenience. Uber is also available. The cheapest and often fastest way to reach central Amsterdam from the airport is by train, which delivers you in about 20 minutes to Amsterdam's Central station (Centraal), from where you can walk to your hotel, take public transport, or easily hail a taxi that will be much less expensive than from the airport. The NS train station is located directly below the airport terminal, so all you need to do is follow the signs.

Day 1

Arrive Amsterdam

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Transfer from Airport

Mid-Day/Afternoon:

Jordaan

Late Afternoon/Early Evening:

Grachtengordel

Day 1

Arrive Amsterdam

Day 1

Arrive Amsterdam

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Arrival in Amsterdam Airport and Transfer by Taxi or Train

Mid-Day/Afternoon

Explore the Lively Streets of the Jordaan Neighborhood

The Jordaan district beckons with its narrow streets and quaint canals, epitomizing the charm and history of Amsterdam. Originally a working-class neighborhood established in the 17th century, Jordaan has evolved into one of Amsterdam's most sought-after areas. Known for its bohemian vibe, the district boasts an array of art galleries, unique shops, and cozy cafes, alongside traditional cafés and indie music venues. The Jordaan is also famous for its outdoor markets, such as the Noordermarkt, where locals and tourists alike browse for organic food, vintage clothes, and antiques. The area's historical architecture, including beautifully restored houses and hidden courtyards, provides a picturesque backdrop for leisurely walks.

Late Afternoon/Early Evening

Get a Grip on Grachtengordel

The Grachtengordel, or Canal Ring, in Amsterdam, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, embodies the city's 17th-century architectural and urban planning. This historic network of canals, designed during the Dutch Golden Age, is lined with elegant merchant houses and bridges, reflecting Amsterdam's rich past. Today, it's a lively district filled with cafes, galleries, and boutiques, A visit here is essential to understanding both Amsterdam's past and present.

Day 2

Amsterdam

Day 2

Amsterdam

Day 2

Amsterdam

Day 2

Amsterdam

9:00 AM - 1:00 PM

Privately Guided Walking Tour of Amsterdam

Make your introductions to Amsterdam with this 4-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.

Afternoon to Early Evening

Experience the Pleasures of Old Town

The basis of the old joke that 'God created Earth, but the Dutch created the Netherlands' can best be seen in the horseshoe-shaped old center of Amsterdam where the early inhabitants reclaimed much of their city from the sea and built the perfectly straight canals to keep the new land dry. Most of the picture-perfect gabled houses still retain their winch beams and hooks for hauling goods to the attic. These days its most renown historic buildings share space with Amsterdam's famous Red Light District.

Evening

Dining Out in Amsterdam's Oost District

Eating out in Amsterdam Oost district has never been more popular as it is now, with all its new hotspots. There are so many great options for food and drinks that any foodie will see this district as it is …the place to be! Whether you are looking for fine dining for a family dinner or a great burger for lunch, you can find everything here, from a quick bite to an Instagrammable spot for brunch. Oost has its charm, a district with a nice mixture of everything: busy streets, green parks, historical boroughs or modern cultural gems and of course everything is very diverse and colorful. The neighborhood is continuously developing and is an ideal place to witness the city's lifestyle. Oost is where the first movements in Amsterdam started – a once shady Javastraat is full of the most exciting bars, restaurants, and places to hang out. In Oost, you can find a good mix of different cultures, brown cafes, hip hotspots, and young creatives.

Day 3

Amsterdam

Day 3

Amsterdam

Day 3

Amsterdam

Day 3

Amsterdam

Morning to Afternoon

Impress yourself in the Museum Quarter

Arranged in a tight knot on the aptly named Museumplein, Amsterdam's premier world-class museums include the Van Gogh Museum (pre-booked tickets required), the Rijks Museum with its collection of Rembrandts, and the Stedelijk Museum of modern and contemporary art. The Amsterdam Diamond Museum is nearby as well. Choose to visit one or more of these wonderful cultural venues from the detailed descriptions provided in the Full Itinerary.

2:30 PM - 7:30 PM

Guided Visit to Anne Frank House & Jewish Quarter

Travel back in time to the Amsterdam of WWII where Anne Frank and her family were in hiding and visit the Anne Frank House on this four hour 30 minute tour of Jewish Amsterdam. Learn about Amsterdam’s rich Jewish history by passing landmarks of the Jewish quarter. Your visit includes the Anne Frank House Museum (inclusive of tickets).

Day 4

Amsterdam

Day 4

Amsterdam

Day 4

Amsterdam

Day 4

Amsterdam

Morning to Late Afternoon

Self-Guided Tour of Haarlem

Haarlem, only a short 20-minute train ride away from the hustle and bustle of Amsterdam, is celebrated for its medieval architecture, cultural vibrancy, and historical significance as North Holland's capital. Home to the majestic Grote Kerk, the city's Grote Markt serves as a focal point surrounded by historical buildings. Famous for its contribution to the 17th-century tulip mania and picturesque canals, Haarlem offers a blend of art, history, and natural beauty, making it an enriching visit with a quiet charm.

Late Afternoon to Evening

Tour of Old Jewish Quarter

At the time of the Nazi occupation of The Netherlands, Amsterdam had about 75-80,000 Jews living in the just the city alone. The Old Jewish Quarter is home to several museums that memorialize the 104,000 Dutch Jews who lost their lives along with those who made it through and whose families live in the country today. You can explore the Portuguese Synagogue, learn about Jewish culture at the Jewish History Museum, and pay respects at the National Holocaust Museum and Memorial.

Day 5

Depart Amsterdam

Day 5

Depart Amsterdam

Day 5

Depart Amsterdam

Day 5

Depart Amsterdam

Morning/Mid-Day

Self-Guided Excursion to Zaanse Schans

Zaanse Schans is one of the most popular day trips from Amsterdam, a panorama of features deemed quintessentially Dutch like windmills and wooden clogs. This well-preserved neighborhood feels like an open-air museum full of traditional Dutch handicrafts as the bakery museum offers freshly baked cookies and their free aromas. Clogs are still hewn here. You should not to miss the cheese factory, pewter foundry and the various windmills. In guarding these traditions Zaanse Schans has become immensely popular, and crowded at times. The neighborhood can seem a bit fantastical, and sometimes we want that on a holiday.

To Be Determined

Transfer to Airport by Taxi

Amsterdam has one main airport, Amsterdam Airport Schiphol. The most affordable and often fastest way to reach the airport is by train. Local direct trains to the airport depart every ten minutes, usually from platform 14a or platform 15, and get you there in about 20 minutes. Your hotel can arrange a reliable taxi or if you have the app, Uber is also a good option. You can also arrange a private transfer. If you are picked up about two hours and 45 minutes before your departure time, you should arrive at the airport with about two hours to spare, depending on traffic. If you are leaving during rush hour, you may want to budget an extra fifteen to thirty minutes.

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Winter Escape: Discover the Netherlands' Hidden Charms

5 Day Tour of Amsterdam

$1645

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