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Highlights
- Join an English-speaking guide on a Mercedes minivan departing from Amsterdam for this small-group experience. The day features a scenic one-hour electric boat ride through Giethoorn.
- Travel along Giethoorn's canals on a guided cruise using a small, quiet electric boat for a more intimate setting.
- View the village on foot or bicycle at your own pace, passing thatched-roof farmhouses and wooden bridges along the water.
- Follow a planned itinerary with guided commentary, free time to explore independently, and optional lunch stops where meals are not included.
Your Experience
This 7.5-hour guided tour offers a getaway from busy city life into the quiet waterways of Giethoorn. You will start in Amsterdam, boarding a comfortable Mercedes minivan to meet your local guide.
Boat Ride and Village Walk
Enjoy a scenic hour-long electric boat ride through the peaceful canals. This small-group cruise creates an intimate atmosphere away from larger tour crowds.
After the boat, wander the village on foot or bike at your own pace. Pass by thatched-roof farmhouses and wooden bridges along the water.
Itinerary and Meals
Your day includes a guided canal cruise, free time to explore, and the chance to drive your own electric boat. A knowledgeable English-speaking expert leads the walking portion.
You may stop for lunch at a recommended local restaurant, though meals are at your own expense. Round-trip transfers from Amsterdam ensure a comfortable journey throughout the day.
Inclusions & Exclusions
- 7.5-hour guided day tour of Giethoorn
- Round-trip transfers from Amsterdam in a Mercedes minivan
- One-hour small electric boat ride
- Option to drive your own electric boat
- Small-group guided walking tour of Giethoorn
- Local English-speaking expert
- Meals (Lunch)
- Personal expenses
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Must Know
- Oversized luggage, strollers, large bags, and non-foldable wheelchairs are not permitted on this tour. Ensure your belongings fit within allowed limits.
- Children under 6 years of age cannot join the tour for safety reasons; plan accordingly if traveling with young children.
- The experience is accessible to wheelchair users; however, only foldable wheelchairs are accommodated. Please contact the tour operator in advance if you require special arrangements.
- Departures from November through March have limited availability, so it is advisable to check your booking status ahead of time.
Ticket Delivery
Your voucher will be emailed to you instantly.
Display the voucher on your mobile phone with a valid photo ID at the meeting point.
Please arrive at the meeting point 15 minutes before the scheduled time of your tour to avoid any delays.
Meeting point
Meet your guide in front of DoubleTree by Hilton Amsterdam Centraal Station.
Address: Oosterdoksstraat 4, 1011 DK Amsterdam, Netherlands.
Cancellation Policy
Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the experience starts.
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