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Schoonhoven

Dive into the enchanting world of Schoonhoven, where silver glistens and canals charm! Stroll picturesque streets lined with historic buildings, indulge in delightful pastries at cozy cafes, and watch skilled artisans craft shimmering treasures. Don’t miss the vibrant market days—perfect for snagging unique souvenirs! This quaint Dutch gem is a sensory celebration just waiting to be explored!

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7 h 15 mins

Kinderdijk Windmills, Delft City & Delft Blue Factory Visit

This is a 100% private tour: your guide, your group, your day. You will not be joined by any other guests, and the entire tour is dedicated exclusively to you and your party. This wonderful seasonal tour covers two magnificent Dutch highlights in one day! You visit a living testament to The Netherlands’ age-old struggles with rising waters and keep the region safe from floods. During a walking tour you will enjoy the view of the 19 existing windmills. After this experience we visit Delft where you will receive a taste of old world charm as you wander historic Delft. We also invite you to visit one of the last remaining Delft Blue factories in the world.

$376.22

5/5

7 h 15 mins

Kinderdijk Windmills, Gouda City & Cheese Farm visit

This is a 100% private tour: your guide, your group, your day. You will not be joined by any other guests, and the entire tour is dedicated exclusively to you and your party. This tour offers a perfect glimpse of the Netherlands in just one day. Begin in the historic city of Gouda, where you’ll stroll through its charming, canal-lined centre and learn about its world-famous cheese. Then, travel through the picturesque Dutch countryside to visit a family-owned cheese farm. The journey continues with a visit to a living testament of The Netherlands’ age-old struggles with rising waters and keep the region safe from floods. During a walking tour you will enjoy the view of the 19 existing windmills.

$376.22

5/5

Private tour to Kinderdijk windmills and Delft from Amsterdam

On this private tour, we combine beautiful landscapes and the historic sites of Kinderdijk and Delft. Our experienced guides Eva and Sarah are skilled drivers and great hosts! First we visit UNESCO world heritage site Kinderdijk, with its 19 windmills keeping the land dry for centuries! A boat tour and visit to the mills and pumping station is included. We continue to the picturesque city of Delft, home to the famous Royal Delft Blue china factory! We first visit the town with its canals and gables and there will be time to visit the "new" and the "old" churches, with the graves of William of Orange and many other royalties. Or the Vermeer Center, dedicated to the life and work of the famous painter Johannes Vermeer. Around the market square and famous town hall there will be time for lunch. Before we head back to Amsterdam we visit the Royal Delft china factory and flagship store, with plenty of time to buy beautiful souvenirs!

$440.88

5/5

Kinderdijk Photography tour

Kinderdijk Photography tour gives you a different view on the UNESCO Kinderdijk windmill site, a unique complete Dutch watermanagement system that is still partly active. You will discover the windmill scenery: goose, reeds, and the surrouning landscapes with different water levels. Also a local pastry and warm drink is included, as well as a stop at a biological cheesefarm. And you will not miss anything as we included a boattour and entrance to the visitor windmill. Your private guide speaks fluent English or Spanish. OPTIONAL: add a bike instead of the boat tour and make a nice extra round. Please note: if you wish to buy cheese at the farm, payments have to be made in cash or by PIN. Creditcard payments unfortunately will be not accepted.

$235.14

5/5

8 h

Gouda Cheese and Delft Blue: Full-Day Private Tour

Discover two of the most iconic Dutch cities on this full-day private tour: Gouda and Delft, each with its own history and world-famous product. In Delft, your guide walks you along the old canals and past historic churches, bringing the stories of Vermeer and William of Orange to life. You visit Royal Delft, the only Delft Blue manufacturer still operating since the 17th century, and you enjoy lunch on a historic square. In Gouda, you explore the market square, admire the 15th-century Town Hall, and see St. John's Church, home to exceptional medieval stained glass. At the old weighing house, you finish with a cheese tasting. Lunch, museum and church admissions, transfers and the cheese tasting are all included. You can start in either city. This is a private tour. You set the pace, and if you have any special requests or an interest in a certain topic, just let us know.

$474.69

5/5

privatetour Delft, The Hague&Rotterdam Kinderdijk from Amsterdam

Visit a Delft Blue pottery factory and paint your own tiles! Discover the masterpieces of Rembrandt in the 17th century Mauritshuis, which also houses his most famous work ‘The Girl with the Pearl Earring’. Experience the Netherlands in miniature version and see if you can recognize some cities in Madurodam. During this tour you will visit the heart of the Dutch democracy. Your private chauffeur guide will explain you about the Binnenhof, home to the government of the Netherlands. Dating back to the 13th century, this is the oldest House of Parliament in the world to be still in use. Marvel at masterpieces of Rembrandt and Vermeer, such as The Girl with the Pearl Earring, in the 17th century Mauritshuis and visit the majestic Peace Palace where the International Court of Justice is located.

$642.43

5/5

6 h

Private tour from Rotterdam to Windmills of Kinderdijk & Gouda Cheese Experience

Hardly you will be able to find a windmill complex like Kinderdijk anywhere else in the world. Kinderdijk is a UNESCO-listed site with 19 preserved in perfect condition windmills. You can walk endlessly along small canals and windmills standing in a row, making beautiful photos. After Kinderdijk you will visit the old Dutch city of Gouda, famous for its Gouda cheese and stroopwafels.

$600.00

5/5

7 h

Rotterdam & Gouda Daily Walking Tour

Explore two of the oldest Dutch cities in one day. Vibrant cities, nowadays with opposite architectural images but still tell stories about turbulent times. Experience the clashing points of traditional and avant-garden, architectural styles (cube houses), the greenest city in the Netherlands and the biggest European port where potatoes “struggle each other” You sip a coffee at the lowest Dutch point below sea level (-7,67 m), a completely different Red Light District, Enjoy an unforgettable Gouda Cheese Experience, taste one of the finest world cheeses, visit the oldest city hall building in the Lowlands and lastly, explore inner space system of functioning of a typical Dutch grain windmill.

$576.09

5/5

Self-Guided Walking Tour of Gouda: Canals, Colonies, and Cheese

Experience the magic of GPS playback on this immersive stroll through Gouda. On this self-guided audio tour, you'll bridge the gap between entrepreneurs, cheesemakers and traders that shaped Gouda. If you can only name five cities in the Netherlands, Gouda is bound to be one of them. This is no doubt the result of that delicious cheese packed tightly in its yellow wax jacket, now available across the globe. This tour starts at the historic Goudse Waag. You’ll be treated to so much more than cheese during your journey. As you explore the heart of the old city, walking past picturesque canals and houses that belong in 17th-century paintings, you’ll hear how Gouda has been both one of the wealthiest and the poorest of Dutch cities over the centuries. There are plenty of places to stop to pull up a chair, order a coffee, and watch the world walk or cycle past. By the end of this walk around Gouda, you’ll have a sense of the city’s complex past and what makes it unique.

$11.99

5/5

1 h 30 mins

Historical Gouda: Private Walking Tour with a Local Guide

Discover Gouda on a private walking tour designed for travelers who want more than just highlights. With your own knowledgeable local guide, you explore the historic city center at a relaxed pace, focusing on stories, context, and the details most visitors miss. Gouda is famous worldwide for its cheese, but the city’s real charm lies in its medieval streets, canals, churches, and centuries of trade and craftsmanship. During this guided tour, your guide brings Gouda’s history to life by connecting landmarks to the people and events that shaped the city. The tour takes place entirely in the compact historic center and normally lasts about 1.5 hours. Because this is a private tour, the pace and focus can be adapted to your interests, making it an ideal introduction for first-time visitors as well as returning guests who want deeper insight.

$351.53

5/5

Explore the Highlights of Gouda – A Self-Guided Interactive Story

Discover the beautiful city of Gouda, together with friends and family, through an interactive self-guided adventure. Solve puzzles and uncover hidden gems while exploring the city's highlights with this kids-friendly adventure. Follow the clues, uncover secrets, and solve riddles that lead you to some of the city's most iconic locations. Will you complete the puzzle in time? Ready to unlock the secrets of Gouda? Let the story begin! -> Surprising Gouda: Discover more than just cheese. ‍‍-> Fun for All Ages: Perfect for families, friends, or couples. ️-> Complete Adventure: A blend of a 90-minute sightseeing, history, and interactive adventure. -> App-Based: No paper, no guide – 100% digital! -> Start when and where you want. Our app will guide you from any point within Gouda. The adventure is suitable for all ages, be aware – some streets are older, making it a little harder to traverse for people with mobility problems. The Discovery Trip will take about 90 minutes to complete.

$22.93

5/5

Private Guided Walking & Boat Tour Through Historical Dordrecht

Dordrecht is a charming city located in the Netherlands. The city is known for its rich history, picturesque canals, and beautiful architecture. The combination of a private walking & boat tour you can experience the city and all its beautiful highlights. The boat tour takes you through the city's picturesque canals, giving you a unique perspective of the city's architecture and history. You'll pass by some of Dordrecht's most iconic landmarks. Along the way, your guide will provide interesting facts and stories about the city's past, making the tour both informative and enjoyable. After the boat tour, you'll embark on a guided walking tour through the city's charming streets and town squares. Your guide will show you some of Dordrecht's hidden gems, including charming little shops and cafes, and take you to some of the city's most important historical sites. With a combination of a boat tour and a walking tour, you'll get a well-rounded experience of the oldest city of Holland.

$211.62

5/5

8 h 30 mins

Kinderdijk, Delft and The Hague Private Tour from Rotterdam

This Tour shows you 3 fantastic icons of Holland. Our first destination is Kinderdijk, with it's world-famous windmills. These centuries old "waterpumping machines" literally created the land where they stand. We continue to one of the most picturesque towns of the country/ of Europe: Delft! Walk along the canals with its beautyful old merchant houses and admire the magnificent Golden Age- townhall. The medieval churches and medieval entrance gate will also impress you for sure. The tour aslo includes the "Mauritshuis museum", where you can see masterpiece paintings from Rembrandt and Vermeer. Experience the best of Holland in only one day with this unforgettable private tour!

$529.06

5/5

4 h 30 mins

Private Tour of The Hague and Gouda including Transfer

Discover The Hague and Gouda, two historical cities that have played a major role in Dutch history. Visit them both in this immersive 4.5 hour private tour. First up, you'll see the classy streets of The Hague, our political capital. Walk past our parliament, the prime minister's office, royal palaces, foreign embassies and countless old facades. Your guide will bring the city alive with interesting stories and insider tips. Next up is Gouda, with its charming town hall, fascinating weighing house and impressive church. You will first go inside the historical cheese weighing house and try some real Gouda cheese. Then you'll explore the old city center, and your guide will tell you all about it. You can do this tour both ways: starting in The Hague or starting in Gouda. You can also choose to be picked up and dropped off at a location of your choice, like in Amsterdam. And remember: It is you who determines the pace of this tour.

$258.65

5/5

4 h 30 mins

Private Tour of Delft and Gouda including Transfer

Discover Delft and Gouda on a half-day private tour. You will get to know two beautiful historical cities that both played a major role in Dutch history. First up, you'll visit Delft, a picturesque town full of centuries-old facades, squares, churches and canals. Discover the city of Johannes Vermeer, known for its Delft Blue pottery, the final resting place of the Orange family, and its top-rated Technical University. Then you'll go to Gouda, with its charming town hall, fascinating weighing house and impressive church. You will explore the old city center, and your guide will tell you all about it. You can do this tour both ways: starting in Delft or starting in Gouda. You can also choose to be picked up and dropped off at a location of your choice, like in Amsterdam. And remember: It is you who determines the pace of this tour.

$258.65

5/5

8 h

Private Tour of Delft, Rotterdam and Gouda with Lunch and Cheese

Discover Delft, Rotterdam and Gouda on a full-day private tour. You will get to know three very different, beautiful cities that all played a major role in Dutch history. First up, you'll visit Delft, a picturesque town full of centuries-old facades, squares, churches and canals. Discover the city of Johannes Vermeer, known for its Delft Blue pottery, the final resting place of the Orange family, and its top-rated Technical University. Rotterdam is next. You will see an interesting part of Rotterdam, our second-largest city. The city rose from the ashes or World War Two and doesn't look like Delft or Gouda at all. You will have lunch here and visit a Cubic House. Lastly, you'll go to Gouda, with its charming town hall, fascinating weighing house and impressive church. You will explore the old city center, and your guide will tell you all about it. You end the day with a little cheese tasting there. You can also do this tour the other way around if you let us know.

$558.45

5/5

2 h

Gouda: Private Walking Tour + Gouda Cheese Tasting

This is a combination of a private walking tour and a Gouda cheese tasting. During the tour, you will discover the charm of Gouda's old city center, together with our guide. You'll get to know the history of Gouda and hear stories about the city's town hall, churches, canals, old facades and much more. This tour will end with a cheese tasting of the famous Gouda cheese. You will try four different types of the cheese, paired with good wine (or something else, if you don't like wine!). If you have a custom request, or special interests, just let us know. Tot ziens!

$249.83

5/5

9 h

Private Tour from Rotterdam to Kinderdijk and Amsterdam

Embark on a breathtaking full-day journey that captures the true essence of the Netherlands—from the windmills of Kinderdijk to the vibrant canals and gabled houses of Amsterdam. Highlights: -Enjoy spectacular views of the 19 historic windmills at Kinderdijk -Visit a museum windmill and learn about life in the Dutch lowlands -Explore Amsterdam’s iconic canal ring, lined with elegant townhouses and charming bridges -Discover key landmarks including Dam Square, the Royal Palace, and more TRAVEL PLAN 08.55 AM: Pick up at your Hotel/ address in Rotterdam 09.00 – 09.30: Transfer to kinderdijk 09.30 – 11.30: Visit Kinderdijk, including the Museum Mill 11.30 – 12.15: Transfer to Leerdam for lunch. 12.15 - 13.00: Lunch at Restaurant "Aan de Linge", located right on a River, with lovely views of the water and small boats. Elegant but relaxed, with seasonal local cuisine. 13.00 – 14.00: Transfer to Amsterdam 14.00 – 17.00: Visit Amsterdam 17.00 – 18.00: Transfer back to Rotterdam

$5,872.58

5/5

8 h

Private Tour of Leiden, Delft and Gouda with Lunch

Explore Delft, Rotterdam and Gouda on a full-day private tour. You will get to know three very different, beautiful cities that all played a major role in Dutch history. First up, you will see Leiden, known its stunning canals and classy streets. Step back in time as you explore its old center. The city that heroically survived a Spanish siege in 1574 is full of stories: it was the home of Dutch Master Rembrandt, the oldest university of the country, and the Pilgrim Fathers. Next up is Delft, a picturesque town full of centuries-old facades, squares, churches and canals. Discover the city of Johannes Vermeer, known for its blue pottery, the final resting place of the Orange family, and its top-rated Technical University. You'll have lunch here. Lastly, you'll go to Gouda, with its charming town hall, fascinating weighing house and impressive church. You will explore the old city center, and your guide will tell you all about it. You end the day with a little cheese tasting there.

$558.45

4.9/5

Kinderdijk Area Cycling Tour

The landscape behind the Kinderdijk windmills is just as impressive. You do not want to miss this beautiful cycling tour. It will bring you great insights in the Dutch watermanagement system, beautiful sceneries and skies and of course lots of fresh air! This river-landscape tour is completed with a coffee-break at a nice local spot, tasting home-made icecream at a farm and enjoying a snack in the fields. You will enjoy entering Kinderdijk from another point of view. At Kinderdijk we will first visit the biological cheesefarm where you can taste and buy cheese. This tour ends in the Kinderdijk windmills area, where you will not miss anything as we included the entrance to the official visitor windmill. Your private guide speaks fluent English or Spanish. Please note: if you wish to buy cheese at the farm, payments have to be made in cash or by PIN. Creditcard payments unfortunately will be not accepted.