The Netherlands · GIETHOORN DAY TRIPS
It is two hours each way, which makes the difference between these 15 the amount of time you get in the village. Whisper-boat hire, a guided punt, and the long days that add the Afsluitdijk or Zaanse Schans, priced and timed.
Cruise Giethoorn’s quiet canals, visit its car-free village, and see the 32-kilometer Afsluitdijk on a full-day trip from Amsterdam.
“My wife and I loved the tour, she even said it was her favorite. Thanks to Petra and Ian for being amazing guides.”
See Zaanse Schans, Afsluitdijk, and Giethoorn in one small-group day tour with hotel pickup, cheese tasting, clogs, and a canal cruise.
“We did a day tour with driver/guide Mr. Reinier, and it was an excellent experience. He is a very kind, friendly, and knowledgeable person who explained all the locations clearly and patiently. Throughout the tour, he personally took care of all our needs and made sure we were comfortable at every stop. His professionalism and warm attitude truly made the trip memorable. Highly recommended!”
Cruise Giethoorn’s canals and nearby lake with a multilingual guide, local stories, and coffee or lemonade for about $12.
“great commentary given by the guide Derek, very informative and enjoyable.”
Review of the Giethoorn day trip from Amsterdam, with a local canal cruise, Dutch cheese tasting, free time, transport tips, and honest value advice.
“We had a fantastic time in Giethoorn. Lots of beauty to see here. Our driver and guide Gilbert was fantastic and very knowledgeable. would highly recommend as a day trip to get away from the larger cities.”
See Zaanse Schans windmills and Giethoorn canals on a 10.5-hour guided trip from Amsterdam, with cheese, clogs, boating, and free time.
“Had a great time visiting the windmills and the Geithorn village which as told is the 4 th most beautiful village in the world despite the weather as it was windy , cold with spurts of rains. Kudos to Jay who was a fantastic tour host who kept everyone engaged with his witty humour and good history knowledge of the country and great tips to make your holiday a memorable one. He even stopped the bus to get all of us to taste fresh organic apples from a local place which definitely tasted better”
Review of the Amsterdam day tour to Giethoorn and Zaanse Schans, with canals, windmills, Dutch cheese, clogs, transport, price, and tips.
“Excellent way to get a broad overview of the Netherlands. The two stops were both beautiful and informative, with just enough time at each to see and do before moving on. The coach bus was quite comfortable (nothing you can do about people who think watching videos on their phone without a headset. Some people are just rude. 🙄) Abrahim was outstanding - - funny, knowledgeable, positive and professional - - and made a good tour excellent. I would tour with him again without hesitation.”
See Dutch windmills, cheese workshops, Volendam harbor, and Giethoorn canals on a 10-hour small-group day tour from Amsterdam.
“A truly perfect one-day excursion that allowed us to visit some wonderful places, with stunning views and charming locations. A special thanks to our guide Antonis: with his friendliness and expertise, he shared many curious anecdotes and managed the timing of the trip flawlessly, making the experience smooth and enjoyable. Highly recommended!”
Review of a small-group Giethoorn day trip from Amsterdam, with a guided electric boat ride, village walks, free time, and practical booking tips.
“We had a great day. Giethoon was very crowded so I would try to go on a weekday if possible. There was not enough participation for what we booked so they upgraded us to a stop at the windmills, cheese tasting and clog making demo also. It was well worth the extra time. There is a 1.5 hour ride to Giethoon from Amsterdam so be prepared for that. They went above and beyond for us to make another appointment and we really appreciated the assistance. Great tour company!”
See Zaanse Schans and Giethoorn in one day, with windmills, cheese, clogs, and a guided electric boat ride from Amsterdam.
“The trip was very well-planned and enjoyable. Our guide was very attentive and friendly. I definitely recommend it. We had a great day.”
Escape Amsterdam for Giethoorn’s canals, thatched cottages, and bridges on a guided day trip with transport and a cruise included.
“Striking contrast to the dense city landscape like Amsterdam and Rotterdam. Charming little village full of beautiful houses and their gardens, surrounded by little canals. Distinctive from other canal-based places like Venice and Bruges.”
Review of a small-group day trip from Amsterdam to Zaanse Schans and Giethoorn, with windmills, cheese, clogs, diamonds, and a boat cruise.
“Eric is our travel tour guide . Very good . I recommend him definitely. He knows the places we need to go . Excellent driver.”
Review the Giethoorn small-group tour from Amsterdam, with an early canal cruise, free village time, Mercedes van transfers, and optional Zandvoort drop-off.
“Giethoorn was on our bucket list of places to visit, and it totally lived up to the hype. Our guide Anzi made everything so much more special. He knew the inside tricks to avoid the crowds, and even during the high tourist season in August, we almost had Giethoorn to ourselves with very few tourists. We cannot recommend this activity and Anzi highly enough.”
Review of Cherry Tours’ 9-hour Amsterdam day trip to Zaanse Schans and Giethoorn, with windmills, cheese, clogs, and a small boat ride.
“Cherry was an excellent tour guide. She provided interesting information during the drive and also at our destinations. Her desire to make it a good tour for everyone was present throughout the day. I highly recommend this tour. Giethoorn is one of the most beautiful places I've ever seen. The charming houses with thatched roofs are surrounded by lush green plants and trees, with so many beautiful flowers all around. The boat tour felt as it we were gliding through the canals. Gierhoorn has a serenity that you won't find many places. Zaanse Schans was a fun experience. It was fascinating watching the process of taking blocks of wood and…”
Cruise Giethoorn’s road-free canals and Weerribben-Wieden lake on a one-hour electric boat tour with multilingual guides.
“Man konnte den Kapitän kaum verstehen, Zeiten wurden nicht eingehalten.”
Cruise Giethoorn’s quiet canals and lake for one hour, hear local stories from a live guide, and enjoy cheese tasting beside the boat jetty.
“I had a wonderful tour of Giethoorn with Tom as my guide. His friendly demeanor and deep knowledge made the experience both enjoyable and informative. Tom’s passion for the village’s history and culture truly enriched the journey. I highly recommend him for an authentic Giethoorn experience.”
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