Amsterdam: Giethoorn Day Trip & Boat Cruise with Local Guide

Highlights

• Luxury coaches with guaranteed comfort and English-speaking drivers.
• Exclusive 1-hour canal cruise led by Giethoorn-born local skippers.
• Henri Willig cheese tasting plus 10% discounts included.
• Partner restaurant De Rietstulp offers 10% off lunches; award-winning
• This tour was named the Best Giethoorn Tour in the Netherlands for 2025.

Description

Leave Amsterdam behind and journey to Giethoorn — the serene “Venice of the North.” Glide beneath quaint wooden bridges, stroll past thatched‑roof cottages and let the village’s peaceful waterways transport you to a fairytale setting.

What’s included
- Comfortable coach transfer to Giethoorn with convenient drop‑off near the village center
- Exclusive 1‑hour canal cruise with De Rietstulp — aboard traditional boats guided by local skippers born and raised in Giethoorn
- Henri Willig cheese tasting
- 10% discount on Henri Willig cheeses
- Informative leaflet with local tips and recommended photo spots
- Luxury waiting lounge at This is Holland with free restrooms
- Free map and information leaflet in English, Spanish, Italian, French and German

What to expect
- Plenty of free time to explore the village at your own pace
- Timed photo stops during the cruise for perfect shots of bridges, cottages and waterways
- Authentic stories and insider anecdotes from local skippers that bring Giethoorn’s history to life

Optional extras
- Lunch at De Rietstulp (local partner) — not included, but guests receive a 10% discount. De Rietstulp is our partner and was named Best Restaurant in Giethoorn in 2025.

Why choose us
- Genuine local skippers offering authentic insight
- An exclusive boat tour with relaxed, small‑group feel — not just a transfer
- Comfortable, hassle‑free travel and curated local recommendations
- We travel in luxury coaches with maximum comfort; our drivers provide extensive information in English about the Netherlands, the surrounding area and the journey to Giethoorn

Practical details
- Typical total duration: approx. 10–11 hours (departure from Amsterdam; travel time ~1.5–2 hours each way, depending on traffic)
- Free time in Giethoorn: usually 2–3 hours plus the 1‑hour cruise
- Meeting point and exact schedule provided at booking; reservations recommended
- Accessibility: coach is accessible; village paths and some boats may be challenging for limited mobility — please notify us of any special needs when booking

Discover why Giethoorn is celebrated as one of the Netherlands’ most beautiful villages. Drift through tranquil canals, breathe in the countryside calm, and return to Amsterdam with lasting memories of a truly magical day. Book now and experience Giethoorn the local way.

This tour was named the Best Giethoorn Tour in the Netherlands for 2025.