From Amsterdam: Day Tour to Rotterdam, Delft and The Hague

Highlights

• Experience the maritime legacy and contemporary architecture of Rotterdam
• Visit The Hague, also known as the international city of peace and justice
• Discover various age-old earthenware and crafts in the Royal Delft Factory
• Witness hand-painted blue-and-white ceramic pottery in Delft's old town
• See 1:25 scale model replicas of famous Dutch landmarks at the Madurodam

Description

Discover some of the most historic sites and scenic spots in the Netherlands on a day trip from Amsterdam. After a hotel pickup, listen to stories about the history of the country from your guide as you travel in a luxury minivan on a small-group or private tour.

Start your journey by heading to Rotterdam, the largest seaport in Europe, known for its maritime heritage and modern architecture. Learn about the near-complete destruction of the city center in World War II that resulted in a varied architectural landscape.

Afterward, travel to Delft, renowned for its blue pottery. Enjoy time to sit in the market square to have lunch. Enrich your experience by opting for a visit to the Royal Delft, the only remaining earthenware factory from the 17th century where Delft Blue ceramics are still made.

In the afternoon, continue to the political city of The Hague. Explore the administrative and royal capital of the Netherlands and its seat of government. Choose to visit the Madurodam miniature park, home to a range of 1:25 scale model replicas of Dutch landmarks and historical cities.