5-Day Amsterdam Including Rotterdam and Giethoorn

From miniature cities to Rotterdam's waterfront, see all of Holland in a day! Duration: 9h 30mins Daily operations Start time 09:30 Meeting point: Amsterdam Central Station, Ruijterkade 34A Included in tour: Full-day transport on a deluxe coach Guide on the bus (speaks English, Spanish and German) Tour on the bus through Amsterdam Entry to Madurodam, The Hague Walking tour through The Hague with photostops at the Binnenhof, Noordeinde Palace, and the Peace Palace (Vredespaleis) Free time in Delft Entry to the Royal Delft Blue Experience (earthenware factory), Delft Skip-the-line entry to Euromast Tower, Rotterdam Itinerary 9:00 AM - Check-in at the meeting poin 9:30 AM - Bus departure 10:30 AM – Madurodam 60 mins•Unguided•Admission ticket included Miniature museum 11:30 AM - City tour by bus + Peace Palace photostop 30 mins•Guided•Admission ticket not included 12:15 PM - Royal Delft 60 mins•Guided•Admission ticket included A guided tour through the Delft Porcelain factory. 1:25 PM - Delft free time 80 mins•Unguided Free time in the city center of Delft. 3:45 PM - River Cruise Rotterdam 75 mins•Guided•Admission ticket included A guided boat tour through the harbour of Rotterdam. 5:25 PM - Rotterdam free time (Markthal/Cube houses) 60 mins•Unguided•Admission ticket not included Free time in Rotterdam. Admission cube houses not included 6:20 PM - Bus to Amsterdam 60 mins The Guide will be there to answer questions. No guided tour on the way back. 7:30 PM - Drop off Amsterdam Central Station ­ Description This Grand Holland Tour whisks you away from Amsterdam's busy center to Madurodam, a cool miniature city, to Binnenhof, the world's oldest parliament building in The Hague, and to the home of Delft Blue porcelain. Then it's off to a cruise on the river in Rotterdam for dazzling views. This is the only way to do Holland in a day! Take a happy Holland holiday, in one day! Meet your trusty guide in the center of Amsterdam and board your comfy bus to Madurodam in The Hague. This world-famous miniature city will amaze you with detailed scale replicas of the Netherland's most iconic buildings. Next you'll stroll through the pretty city center of The Hague and into the Binnenhof, the world's oldest parliament building still in use. You'll see Paleis Noordeinde and can even visit the Peace Palace - home to the International Court of Justice. Next stop: Delft. Get yourself lunch and then explore one of the last remaining factories of Delft Blue porcelain. You'll recognize the iconic whites and blues. This is the cruise to get the best view of the Rotterdam skyline. During the one-hour cruise a live guide will tell you all about it. Next, board a 1-Hr cruise on the Nieuwe Maas, flowing through the centre of Rotterdam. Here you’ll have the best views of the city's famous architecture and a guide will tell you all about the sights as you sail past them. There's no better way to explore Holland, all in one day. ­

Free at Leisure Day: Explore at Your Own Pace ­ On your free day in this captivating 5-day tour, the world is your oyster! Start your morning with a leisurely breakfast at a cozy café, where you can savor freshly baked pastries and strong Dutch coffee. ­ With the day all to yourself, consider wandering through the picturesque streets of Amsterdam. You might visit the iconic Anne Frank House, take a leisurely bike ride through Vondelpark, or explore the charming neighborhoods of Jordaan and De Pijp, filled with quirky shops and local markets. ­ For art lovers, the Rijksmuseum and Van Gogh Museum await, offering a chance to immerse yourself in masterpieces. Alternatively, you could take a scenic canal cruise to see the city from a different perspective. ­ If you’re in the mood for something different, hop on a train to nearby Haarlem, known for its stunning architecture and vibrant shopping scene. Or, treat yourself to a day of relaxation at one of the city’s wellness spas. ­ As evening approaches, find a traditional Dutch restaurant or a trendy eatery to enjoy local cuisine, perhaps trying herring or stroopwafels for dessert. Whether you choose to dive deep into the culture or simply soak up the atmosphere, this day of leisure will be the perfect complement to your adventure.

Relax in the 'Little Venice' of the Netherlands, a cute car-free village! Duration: 9h Daily operations Start time 09:30 Meeting point: De Ruijterkade 34a Included in tour: Transport from Amsterdam city to Giethoorn and back Live guide Boat trip in Giethoorn Itinerary 9:30 AM - Meeting Point 10:00 AM - Transport to Giethoorn 2 hours•Unguided Watch the scenery unfold through the windows on the ride to Giethoorn (between 1.5 - 2.5 hours). 11:00 AM – Afsluitdijk 15 mins Take a short photo stop at Afsluitdijk, a major dam and causeway in the Netherlands. ­ 12:30 PM - Arrival in Giethoorn 90 mins Some free time to stretch your legs. 2:00 PM – Cruise 60 mins See antique thatched-roof farmhouses, wooden bridges, grazing horses and more on a canal cruise 3:00 PM - Free time to explore 2 hours 30 mins Wander around Giethoorn, check out the shops or enjoy an ice-cream. 5:30 PM - Transport to Amsterdam 2 hours Board the bus back to Amsterdam (between 1.5 - 2.5 hours). 8:00 PM - Arrival in Amsterdam Description Get a taste of 'real' Dutch life in the tiny car-free village of Giethoorn, known as the 'Little Venice' of the Netherlands! Take a guided stroll along the quaint streets and cruise the picturesque canals. See antique thatched-roof farmhouses, wooden bridges and more. It's a change of scenery and a step back in time all in one! Sick of the hustle and bustle of big cities? Join this day trip from central Amsterdam and head to Giethoorn in the Northeast of the Netherlands, sometimes known as the 'Little Venice'. Here in this peaceful, picturesque corner of the Netherlands, you'll find boat-filled waterways, pretty footpaths, zero cars (they're banned here), and bicycle trails. Board your canal boat along with your live guide and photograph the cute wooden bridges and centuries-old thatched-roof farmhouses. Walk the banks of the canals and pick a restaurant for lunch - there are lots to choose from! ­ ­

After breakfast, meet your driver for a smooth transfer to the airport. We recommend scheduling your hotel pick-up at least 4 hours before your flight departure to allow ample time for check-in. Please note that hotel check-out is at 12:00 noon. Late check-out requests will be subject to availability, so be sure to confirm with the hotel in advance if needed. Safe travels!