Private tour Europe (NET002) Grand Netherlands Tour 10 Days 9 Nights

We will welcome you at Amsterdam Airport Schiphol in Amsterdam, the capital of the Netherlands. We will take you on a city tour starting at Dam Square, the city's main square and a popular meeting spot for local Dutch youth. Visit the Royal Palace (Koninklijk Paleis), Nieuwe Kerk, and enjoy shopping along Kalverstraat - Nieuwendijk. If you would like to visit the Van Gogh Museum, you can do so at your leisure, followed by a glass-topped boat cruise admiring Amsterdam along the scenic canals.

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Today, we depart for Lisse to visit the Keukenhof botanical garden, a distance of 40 kilometers. The gardens are filled with diverse varieties of tulips and countless other colorful flowers. Inside the park, you will admire beautifully landscaped gardens along with sweeping, endless views of Lisse's tulip fields stretching as far as the eye can see.

In the afternoon, return to Amsterdam to visit must-see museums, including the Rijksmuseum Amsterdam and Stedelijk Museum Amsterdam. Then, take a stroll through the Spui and Rembrandtplein neighborhoods, followed by a visit to the Bloemenmarkt, a floating flower market stretching about 500 meters along the canal.

Please note that Keukenhof is only open from approximately mid-March to mid-May each year. If you are not traveling during this period, today's garden visit will be replaced with more time exploring Amsterdam.

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We will take you on a trip to Haarlem, located 19 kilometers from Amsterdam, taking about 40 minutes. Haarlem is a 750-year-old historic town with canals, rivers, and charming cobblestone streets. Enjoy lovely town squares, beautiful historic churches, open-air markets, and cozy cafes lined up everywhere, with especially picturesque views along the riverfront.

Next, we head to Zaandam to visit Zaanse Schans.

Zaandam is a historic town on the outskirts of Amsterdam. There are 13 remaining traditional windmills preserved in this area, which the authorities have maintained as the Zaanse Schans open-air museum (Zaanse Museum) windmill village, situated just north of Amsterdam.

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Today is a full day exploring 4 delightful small towns. We start in Hoorn, an important historic town in the province of North Holland (West-Friesland) with a wonderful harbor setting at the water's edge. See the Grote Kerk, the historic town hall, the "Waag" (Weigh House) built in 1609, the De Veermanskade harbor, an ancient fortress nearly 480 years old, and the historic clock tower and city gate (Oosterpoort).

Next, head to Edam, just 19 kilometers from Hoorn. Edam is a charming small town with historic houses, pretty squares, canal bridges, and quaint shopping lanes. We then continue to Volendam, just 3 kilometers away. It is the most famous fishing village in the Netherlands, known for its iconic rows of small green wooden houses, harbor promenade, and traditional fish auction market along the bay.

From there, head to Marken, 16 kilometers away, a historic fishing village where locals wear traditional costumes and wooden clogs. Afterward, we return to Amsterdam for an overnight stay.

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Today, we will take you to explore two beautiful towns in the north of the Netherlands. The first is Giethoorn, famously known as the "Venice of the Netherlands." It is a car-free village woven with countless picturesque canals and walking paths throughout the entire village. Locals travel using small boats, and at the far end of the village lies a large scenic lake. You can choose to rent a small electric boat or take a guided canal cruise. Walking through the village takes about 2 hours to cover.

Next, travel 90 kilometers further north to visit Groningen, a lively university city. Visit the Groninger Museum to admire diverse and distinctive art exhibits. Afterwards, enjoy free time strolling through this charming city before we drive back to spend the night in Amsterdam.

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Today, we depart for The Hague, a distance of 71 km, taking a little over 1 hour. We will visit the International Court of Justice, or The Peace Palace, which features a guided tour provided by the Peace Palace itself. Afterward, let's take a trip down memory lane at Madurodam, the world's first miniature park covering a modest area of about 2.5 rai (around 1 acre). It showcases miniatures of prominent landmarks across the Netherlands, such as Schiphol Airport, Amsterdam, windmills, and Rotterdam. Many elements in this miniature city can actually move, making it a truly thrilling experience for visitors.

Next, we continue to the nearby town of Delft, just 12 km away. It is a charming historic town featuring narrow streets along small canals and centuries-old architecture. Enjoy a stroll through town to admire the historic Oude Kerk and the beauty of the town's canals.

Then, we head to Rotterdam (16 km) to spend the night and explore the city the following day.

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Today, we explore Rotterdam, a modern city renowned for its architecture with numerous design awards. We will admire several distinctive and eye-catching buildings, such as the Willemswerf building—an impressive architectural masterpiece along the waterfront—the Cube Houses and Pencil Tower, a museum housed in an old waterfront warehouse (Museum Rotterdam De Dubbelde Palmboom), Euromast, and shop for food and local products at Blaak Market.

Next, we travel to visit the village of Kinderdijk, located 29 km away, taking about 40 minutes. Kinderdijk is home to 18 windmills and is listed as a UNESCO World Heritage Site. It is considered one of the most complete and beautiful windmill villages in the Netherlands.

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Today, we depart on a 206 km journey to Maastricht, a charming and historic city in the southeastern part of the Netherlands. We will take you on a walking tour through the old town's pedestrian area, bustling with shops and cafes. Visit Boekhandel Dominicanen, the historic bookstore; see the ancient city walls, an iconic symbol of Maastricht; admire the Basilica of Saint Servatius; and explore Vrijthof Square, the largest square in town, which is very beautiful. You will also have free time to stroll leisurely along its many delightful alleys.

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Today, we set off for Utrecht, covering a distance of 181 km, which takes a little over 2 hours. Utrecht is the fourth-largest city in the Netherlands and lies right in the heart of the country, making it a major transport hub for road and rail. Its defining feature is a network of quaint canals featuring unique two-level wharves: the standard street-level walkways above and lower canal-side walkways right along the water. We will visit St. Martin's Cathedral and the Dom Tower, soaring 112 meters high as the city's landmark. With 465 steps to climb, it is the highest church tower in the Netherlands and took over 300 years to build. We will also soak in the vibrant atmosphere of Utrecht University, visit the Sint Willibrordkerk with its breathtakingly ornate interior, and enjoy a pleasant stroll through the city center.

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Today, there is no tour program. We will transfer you 49 km to Amsterdam Airport Schiphol, a journey of about 1 hour, for your safe flight back to Bangkok.