Amsterdam to Giethoorn Day Tour: A Charming Village Experience with Boatride
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322 Ratings
Amsterdam
Embark on a day tour from Amsterdam to Giethoorn, a charming car-free village known for its picturesque canals and stunning farmhouses. Enjoy a romantic boat ride and immerse yourself in the Dutch way of life.
Duration: 8 hours
Cancellation: 1 day learn more
Highlights
  • Giethoorn - Often called the ‘Venice of the North’, Giethoorn is a village where cars are prohibited, so people get around on foot, by bike, or by boat. The village is decorated with beautiful farmhouses and charming bridges that are sure to impress.

A standout feature of this tour is a 1-hour boat ride along the magical canals that wind through the village. You’ll enjoy stunning views of the Dutch countryside and discover the rich history of craftsmanship and intriguing secrets of Holland.

What's Included
  • Bottled water included for hydration
  • Guidance from a professional guide
  • Enjoy a scenic 1-hour boat cruise
What's Not Included
  • Gratuities
  • Optional lunch break (at own cost)
Additional Information

Explore the enthralling municipality of Giethoorn and dive into the Netherlands’ lifestyle, where water plays a pivotal role in everyday life. With a modest population of just 2500, Giethoorn’s delightful ancient town is a sanctuary free from cars, with walking or boating as the sole means of commuting, evoking memories of a past epoch. The township is embellished with magnificent country houses and charming bridges that will mesmerize you.

A standout feature of this expedition is an idyllic boat trip along the captivating canals winding through the municipality. You’ll be privy to impeccable vistas of the Dutch landscape and gain insights into the robust history of artisanship and the intriguing mysteries of Holland.

This excursion offers a singular and indelible experience that will produce enduring remembrances.

  • Children must be accompanied by an adult .
Location
Hotel NH Collection Amsterdam Barbizon Palace
Prins Hendrikkade
In front of the Hotel NH Collection Barbizon Palace, located on the left side across from the Central Station and next to the church. Please ensure that you arrive between 10:45 a.m. and 11:00 a.m. for check-in, as we will depart promptly at 11:00 a.m. and return around 18:30 p.m.
Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

Customer Ratings
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Myrna_d
May 15, 2024
Our tour guide was very ... - Our tour guide was very knowledgeable and excellent one. Enjoyed the trip. Looking forward to book more tours under your company. No complaints. Our tour guide and driver are all professionals Thank you for our safe trip back and forth.
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Shabeera_b
May 15, 2024
Giethoorn - Great experience highly recommend . Tour guide was very knowledgeable. Giethoorn had a peaceful feel. Would go back.
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Kathleen_c
May 11, 2024
Yair,our guide was... - Yair,our guide was phenomenal. He gave us so much interesting information about the Netherlands and went over and above,. Because of him it was an excellent tour
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Waichungf
May 11, 2024
A place that you must visit in the Netherlands - We strongly recommend everyone who travels to the Netherlands to spend some time visiting Giethoorn !!! It is just as beautiful as what you see from its pictures !!!!! Our tour guide Jay is very friendly, knowledgeable, attentive and helpful which makes this trip very enjoyable.
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Nashwa_h
May 6, 2024
100% and highly recommended - Wonderful day, everything was well-organised. Many thanks to “Said” the tour guide and shuttle driver, he is well-informed, professional and friendly. Highly recommended 🙏🙏🙏
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Brooke_k
May 4, 2024
Explored a hidden gem. - Rashid was a GREAT guide on our tour. He was extremely attentive and very knowledgeable of the area. The boat ride was also excellent — relaxing, comfortable (even on a cold day) and immersed us into the Giethoorn experience. We could have stayed longer!
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Richard_l
May 1, 2024
Great tour guide and trip - This is the best of 3 viator tours We took. The guide is great in explaining everything. We also had a bottle of water and apple from the Guide. The other two did not provide a bottle of water.
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Noelle_t
May 12, 2024
Worth the time out of the city for a slower but fulfilling day - We had a fun guide from Venezuela who was enthusiastic about sharing more information on the sights we drove past and the couple of pit stops we had. The tour was overall an insightful one and worth the time out of the city. It would have been perfect if not for the rainy weather (to no fault of the tour provider of course).
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Robert_t
May 7, 2024
Fun Day in Giethoorn - Walking through the town and stopping at the tulips on the return to Amsterdam were the highlights for us!
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Milind_k
May 13, 2024
Giethoorn Tour - Place is over crowded. No activity’s to do much. Even the canal cruise is not entirely through the village. Also the weather was extremely hot considering the timing of the tour. The Tour Guide Ibrahim though was excellent and gave lot of information.
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