Netherlands · 1-DAY TOURS
The 15 best 1-day tours you can book right now, with what each costs, how long it runs and who it suits. Number one is top for a reason; start there.
A 5.5-hour North Holland day trip from Amsterdam with windmills, Dutch cheese, clog-making, plus optional boat to Marken.
“Thank you very much to Rhoda, Nicky and Nick! thanks again for taking us and looking after everyone !”
A guided countryside day from Amsterdam to Zaanse Schans, Edam, cheese farm tastings, clogs, Volendam and Marken, plus optional cruise add-on.
“So yes, this is certainly an “intro to Amsterdam/Netherlands” sort of venture, but that is what I was looking for. Laura was a great guide and she made great recommendations (including where we stopped for lunch) and history as we went. The time flew by, honestly, even through the cold and snow…”
Coach day trip from Amsterdam to Bruges, with a guided walk and free time for canals, lace, and chocolate, then return transfer.
“It’s very good trip.. bus is clean & nice .the guild is very knowledgeable, we have a wonderful day .”
Brussels to Amsterdam in 12 hours with a guided canal boat cruise, bilingual storytelling, and 3.5 hours to explore for $81.
“Everything was good- Antonio entertained us and made the trip interesting”
Guided Keukenhof and Zaanse Schans day trip from Amsterdam Central with skip-the-line gardens, windmill village, cheese and clogs, canal cruise option.
“This trip includes a ride to the Keukenhoff and entry tickets. Once at the gardens, you can check-in and proceed, no need to wait in the ticket queue. However, it’s not guided tour. The gardens are easy to walk through with the available map. You get 4 hours at the gardens. On the way back, our bus was very hot and air conditioning was not working so it was not at all a pleasant ride to Zaanse Schans. The windmill tour is not included and the cheese tasting isn’t very organized either. Overall, the experience at Zaanse Schans was barely passable. If I could do this over, I’d only book…”
Amsterdam to Zaanse Schans windmills, clogs and cheese, then Giethoorn canals with a guided 1-hour boat cruise.
“We had a great time and really enjoy this tour! It is definitely worth taking this tour if you visit the Netherlands. Out tour guide Jay made it even better, we went above and beyond and exceeded our expectations. I loved all the details and you can tell the love he puts into his work. Thank you Jay!”
Coach day trip from Amsterdam covering The Hague, Rotterdam, and Delft, with guided stops at the Binnenhof and Royal Delft.
“It was okay but it said on the tour we will spend half an hour at The Hague but we only spent 10mins which is so disappointing 😏”
Bruges day trip from Amsterdam with a guided walk, 2 hours free time, iconic bridges, medieval squares, and a quick chocolate tasting.
“Blanca and Oscar did an outstanding job. A wealth of knowledge. Well paced. Highly recommended, both the intineray and your guides. Bruge is wonderful.”
Small-group Giethoorn day trip from Amsterdam with a guided 1-hour canal cruise in a small electric boat, plus time to wander.
“hassle free tour to this beautiful village. time enough for walking around the place as well as time for a meal.”
Dutch farm cheese tasting and clogs, a windmill country drive, then Amsterdam highlights and free time with a canal cruise slot.
“Our guide was spectacular, very knowledgeable and had an incredible sense of humor. He gave us excellent recommendations. We definitely loved this tour.”
Guided day trip from Amsterdam to Giethoorn with a one-hour canal cruise, Dutch stories, and thatched-roof views, plus snacks included.
“Very nice and funny guide guy, Ibrahim… He explained everything we need to know from departing Amsterdam to Ghiegthoorn…”
See Brussels and Bruges in one long day from Amsterdam, with guided stops at Atomium, Tintin murals, and canal-city views.
“Santiago was a great tour guide! Very informative, I learned a lot about the history of Brussels and Bruges. Highly recommend!”
Amsterdam day trip to Keukenhof, a third-generation tulip farm visit, and a scenic windmill boat cruise, with transport and entry included.
“Every color and style of tulip. Lecture on how to grow tulips. Lots of opportunities to buy bulbs and pretty things”
Amsterdam to Zaanse Schans and Giethoorn in a small group: windmills, 20+ cheeses, clogs, diamonds, and a canal cruise.
“It was a fun day! Our guide David is super friendly and informative. As a bonus, he also took us to a local farm that produces some fresh fruits etc. I am still enjoying the jam I bought from there. I enjoy conversing with him and was able to learn more about Netherlands!”
Coach day trip from Amsterdam to Bruges with a guided walk, free time to explore, chocolate stops, and a Michelangelo masterpiece.
“My wife and I recently embarked on the Bruges Day Tour from Amsterdam, and it was an enchanting highlight of our Dutch adventure! The day started early with a comfortable coach ride – about three hours each way, but the scenic views of the countryside made the time fly by. Everything was impeccably organized, from the punctual departure to the small group size that kept things intimate and enjoyable. Our tour guide in , Mike, and his partner, were true gems! Their enthusiasm was contagious as they shared captivating stories about Belgium’s history, Bruges’ medieval charm, and fun facts about the local culture. With humor and intelligence, they pointed out…”
Every kind of Dutch day out, and the best of each.
