AMSTERDAM
Amsterdam’s best days out.
The 15 best 1-day tours in Amsterdam, with prices, run times and who you book through. The ones worth planning an afternoon around, and what each ticket actually includes.
A 6-hour Dutch countryside day trip from Amsterdam to Zaanse Schans, Volendam, and Marken, with windmills and traditional cheese stops.
Most Popular“the crew were amazing we're from Australia and we had the best day out”
Windmills, Edam cheese, Volendam harbor, and Marken village in one guided day from Amsterdam, with tastings and an optional canal cruise.
“Our guide Xavi made this tour money well spent. On the bus ride he pointed out landmarks, speaking further into the history of the Netherlands. He remained upbeat and kind throughout the whole tour, which is always much appreciated.”
Windmills, cheese, clogs, fishing villages, and optional canal cruising on a 6.5–7.5 hour North Holland day trip from Amsterdam.
“Awesome day with Xavier as our guide. A taste of the old Netherlands! We loved it!”
Giethoorn day trip from Amsterdam with coach and boat tour, plus Afsluitdijk water engineering stop. Guided canals, free time for lunch.
“It went well. Along the way it was really helpful that the guide told some facts about Amsterdam, other Provinces and especially about Giethoorn.”
Guided Bruges day trip from Amsterdam with English storytelling, Belgian beer lessons, a chocolate stop, and 3 hours of free time in town.
“The day trip to Brugge was a great experience. From the time we stepped into the bus our guide Pia was very welcoming. She gave great commentary along the way and continued once we arrived in Brugge with the historical facts of the town. Gave great recommendations to shop and eat. Pia was considerate of…”
Amsterdam to Bruges in Spanish with a pro guide, UNESCO sights, and 3 hours to roam for chocolate, lace, and Belgian beer.
“The tour guide was awesome! She’s so sweet, patient and was able to explain everything very well and clearly! The driver was excellent as well! Thank you so much for making this an amazing trip to Bruges. Guide: Blanca Driver: Adrian”
Coach from Amsterdam to medieval Bruges with a guided walk, Begijnhof and Holy Blood Basilica, plus free time for canals, chocolate, lace.
“Mr G is an amazing guide who gave us a lot of historical context and updates about Bruges, the various sites and suggested a place where we could first taste the pralines before buying them. We even ate at a restaurant of his recommendation and it was v good (had a rabbit dish there). The…”
See Keukenhof tulips and working windmills at Zaanse Schans on a guided Amsterdam day trip, with optional canal cruise.
“It was great being able to see the tulips last day of season. All the colors were quite beautiful. Many photos to share with loved ones.”
Guided day trip from Amsterdam to Zaanse Schans windmills and Giethoorn’s canals, with clog and cheese stops plus a 1-hour boat cruise.
“Fantastic tour. My wife and I really enjoyed it. It was a great opportunity to see historic windmills without having to go too far from Amsterdam. Wandering along the canals in Giethoorn was a highlight of our trip.”
12-hour Bruges day trip from Amsterdam with guided UNESCO Old Town stops, 2 hours free time, A/C coach, and chocolate tasting.
“The whole experience was amazing. Our guide was so professional and accomodating. She is very nice and easy to talk to. She has good knowledge with Bruges' history and was able to deliver the story of the history of the place. Would definitely recommend this trip.”
Day trip from Amsterdam to Bruges: guided Lake of Love, Markt Square with Belfry, Town Hall, and Our Lady Church, plus 3 hours free time.
See Brussels and Bruges highlights in one long day from Amsterdam. Guided stops at Atomium, Grand Place, and Lake of Love.
“Zero customer service from this tour company. We were faced with a major challenge and we could not get hold of them. No one wants to go on a tour with a company that lacks customer service. Rather try Cherry Travel and Tours.”
Guided day trip from Amsterdam to Brussels and Bruges with Grand Place, Manneken Pis, canals, and scenic Belgian countryside views.
“Incredible tour! Jorge and Adrian were knowledgeable, engaging, fun, and upbeat guides. The tour schedule was perfect with just the right amount of time spent in Brussels and Bruges. Our bus driver, Joey, did an amazing job calmly and professionally navigating traffic. If you have a free day while visiting Amsterdam, book this tour!”
A guided day trip from Amsterdam to Volendam, Marken, Zaanse Schans, and Edam with windmill, boat, clogmaker demos, and cheese sampling.
“Dianna and Stephan were entertaining and knowledgeable. They make a good team. The added piano playing was a nice bonus. We saw all the sights listed on this excursion and made some memorable purchases. A highly recommended excursion ... you won't be disappointed!”
See Keukenhof, meet third-generation tulip farmers, then relax on a windmill cruise from Amsterdam with included transport and tickets.
“From first entering the tour office till the end of the day this tour was relaxed, friendly, informative and at the end, flexible. I am not a great fan of organised tours but this one surprised me. All aspects from the canal ride to the great visit to the tulip farm and finishing up with…”
From the canal ring to the great museums to the windmills and tulip fields, and every way to spend a day in the city.
