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15 Best Amsterdam Day Trips

The ones worth setting an alarm for.

The 15 most-booked amsterdam day trips, all done in a single day and back by evening. Each one comes with the pickup point, how long you are away, what it costs and the company that runs it.

15 Best Amsterdam Day Trips

Day Trip to Zaanse Schans, Edam, Volendam and Marken from Amsterdam - Edam: canals, cobblestones, and the cheese-market square
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Day Trip to Zaanse Schans, Edam, Volendam and Marken from Amsterdam

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1.Day Trip to Zaanse Schans, Edam, Volendam and Marken from Amsterdam

Windmills, cheese, clogs, and fishing villages in 6.5 hours from Amsterdam, with included tastings and an optional canal cruise.

Most Popular★ 5.0

“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.”

5,392 reviews6 hours 30 minutes (approx.)From $45.35by Amsterdam Guías & Tours

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From Amsterdam: Zaanse Schans, Edam, & Marken Full-Day Trip - Zaanse Schans windmills: more than a postcard stop
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From Amsterdam: Zaanse Schans, Edam, & Marken Full-Day Trip

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Amsterdam: Giethoorn Day Trip with Boat Tour - Afsluitdijk: the Dutch answer to what the sea used to do
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Amsterdam: Giethoorn Day Trip with Boat Tour

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3.Amsterdam: Giethoorn Day Trip with Boat Tour

Amsterdam to Giethoorn day trip: air-conditioned coach, guided canal boat cruise, free time in car-free village, and Afsluitdijk dike stop.

★ 4.4

“This trip is worth it and tour guide was superb. She has given so much information about the Giethoorn and Amsterdam we were amazed with it. Highly recommended”

2,372 reviewsFrom $90by Tours & Tickets

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From Amsterdam: Bruges Day Trip in English with Boat Option - Coach ride comfort: what you should plan for on a long day
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From Amsterdam: Bruges Day Trip in English with Boat Option

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4.From Amsterdam: Bruges Day Trip in English with Boat Option

Spend a full day in Bruges from Amsterdam with an English guide, guided sights, beer and chocolate stops, plus 3 hours to roam.

★ 4.4

“I would like to express my sincere appreciation for the Bruges tour. The whole trip was smooth and very well organized. We truly enjoyed our time in Bruges. Our tour guide, Peter, was exceptionally knowledgeable and delivered information in a clear and engaging way. I highly recommend it.”

1,989 reviews12 hoursFrom $61by buendía

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Amsterdam: Day Tour Keukenhof and Zaanse Schans Windmills - Meeting at This Is Holland: Quick Ferry to the Overhoeksplein Side
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Amsterdam: Day Tour Keukenhof and Zaanse Schans Windmills

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Bruges Day Trip from Amsterdam - The Amsterdam Start: Where You Go, What You Should Expect
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Bruges Day Trip from Amsterdam

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7.Bruges Day Trip from Amsterdam

Bruges day trip from Amsterdam by coach with an expert guide, guided walk, and 4.5 hours to explore canals, churches, lace, and chocolate.

★ 4.0

“Bruge trip cancelled and not notified. But, tour group offered to substitute countryside windmill tour, which was great!! Stephen, Nike were fun and informative! Worth it!”

1,517 reviews12 hours (approx.)From $70.28by Tours & Tickets

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Amsterdam: Giethoorn Tour Scenic Cruise, Cheese & Free Time - Luxury Coach Ride: Comfortable Seats and Dutch Stories on the Way
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Amsterdam: Giethoorn Tour Scenic Cruise, Cheese & Free Time

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Amsterdam: Keukenhof and Zaanse Schans Windmills Guided Day Trip - Meeting at Stationsplein 4 and Getting on Track by 9:00
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Amsterdam: Keukenhof and Zaanse Schans Windmills Guided Day Trip

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9.Amsterdam: Keukenhof and Zaanse Schans Windmills Guided Day Trip

A guided spring day trip from Amsterdam to Keukenhof and Zaanse Schans, with cheese, clogs, and an optional canal cruise.

★ 4.5

“The Keukenhof Gardens were spectacular. The time spent at the windmills was too long. The cheese tasting was disappointing (cheese cut into tiny cubes, people pushing trying to get some).”

1,063 reviews9 hours (approx.)From $106.04by Tour Company B.V.

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Giethoorn, Zaanse Schans Windmills Guided Day Trip from Amsterdam - Getting To Zaanse Schans: Early Start, Easy Exit From Amsterdam
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Giethoorn, Zaanse Schans Windmills Guided Day Trip from Amsterdam

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10.Giethoorn, Zaanse Schans Windmills Guided Day Trip from Amsterdam

Guided day trip from Amsterdam to Zaanse Schans windmills and clog-and-cheese workshops, then a 1-hour boat cruise in Giethoorn.

★ 5.0

“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…”

1,058 reviews10 hours 30 minutes (approx.)From $95.96by Dutchtrips

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Rotterdam, Delft and the Hague Day Trip from Amsterdam - The Hague in one stop: Peace Palace pass-by and political Netherlands
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Rotterdam, Delft and The Hague Day Trip from Amsterdam

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Marken, Volendam, and Edam Full-Day Tour from Amsterdam - Getting going from Central Station: a meeting point you should take seriously
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Marken, Volendam, and Edam Full-Day Tour from Amsterdam

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Bruges Day Trip from Amsterdam - The Amsterdam Start: Where You Go, What You Should Expect
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Bruges Day Trip from Amsterdam

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13.Bruges Day Trip from Amsterdam

Bruges day trip from Amsterdam with an English guide, A/C bus, guided Old Town walk, brief chocolate tasting, and ~2 hours free time.

★ 4.0

“It was ok, it was a little difficult understanding our tour guide. Didn’t realize we would be on a tour with Spanish tourists and tour guides whose primary language was Spanish. Also would have liked a little more time in Bruges.”

647 reviews12 hours (approx.)From $70.88by Buendía

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Giethoorn Guided DayTrip from Amsterdam - The Giethoorn Boat Cruise: Why the Water Ride Matters
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Giethoorn Guided DayTrip from Amsterdam

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14.Giethoorn Guided DayTrip from Amsterdam

Giethoorn day trip from Amsterdam with guided canal cruise and countryside narration, plus round-trip transfers for $79.15 (English).

★ 4.5

“Very good guide and very pretty village. No wonder they got voted top xxx village in Europe. Not enough time to wander too far though after the boat ride pity.”

494 reviews7 to 8 hours (approx.)From $79.15by Dutchtrips

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