
Zaanse Schans, Volendam & Castle de Haar Private Tour
Windmills, a fishing village and the largest castle in the Netherlands, in one private day.
- 8 hours
- Up to 4 guests
- Hotel pickup
€475
Per private group, not per person

Private tours from Amsterdam
Discover the Netherlands in comfort with your own private guide and car. Enjoy a relaxed day at your own pace, with pickup in Amsterdam and a tour exclusively for your group of up to four guests.
Private tours from €410 per group
100% Private
Only your group, up to four guests
Your Personal Guide
An official tour guide with 7 years of experience
Private Tesla
Comfortable door-to-door transportation
English or Dutch
Guided in the language you prefer
Our private tours
Explore windmills, traditional Dutch villages, castles, tulips and the countryside with your own private guide. Choose one of Mike's private tours or create a day around the places you would most like to see.

Windmills, a fishing village and the largest castle in the Netherlands, in one private day.
€475
Per private group, not per person

Windmills, harbour villages and a former island, all in one relaxed day from Amsterdam, with your own private guide and car.
€410
Per private group, not per person

A village of canals and thatched roofs, a canal cruise included, and a whole day with your own guide and car.
€595
Per private group, not per person

Tulips, windmills and the Dutch countryside in one unforgettable private day
€622
Per private group, not per person
Your day, your way
Choose the destinations and duration, and Mike will help shape an itinerary around your plans.
Why Mike's Green Tours
A private tour is about more than the places you visit. It is about travelling comfortably, having time to stop when you want, and spending the day with a guide who knows the Netherlands and adapts the experience to you.
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Just your group, up to four guests. Never a shared coach, and the price is per group.
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Mike is an official tour guide with 7 years of experience, and he guides your day himself.
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Pickup and drop-off in Amsterdam are included. Schiphol Airport and the Amsterdam cruise terminal are possible at no additional charge.
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A Tesla Model Y Premium Long Range, with space and quiet for your whole group.
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Your tour is guided in the language you prefer.


Meet your private guide
I'm Mike, an official tour guide based in Amsterdam with 7 years of experience. I run Mike's Green Tours personally, which means the person you book with is also the person who picks you up and guides you.
I know the Netherlands well and I like to adapt the day to the people in my car: where to linger, what to skip, when to stop for a photo. You can contact me directly before you book, I confirm your date with you personally, and along the way I take photos of you and your group so you go home with memories of the day.
MORE ABOUT MIKEGuest reviews
“Our guide, Mike is awesome. The tour visited some very interesting places and Mike is very accommodating and helpful. He gave us some background and good information as we traveled, was very knowledgeable, answering all our questions, and made sure we were well taken care of. Mike is a pleasure to spend the day with. We highly recommend Mike and this tour.”
“We enjoyed all the stops. I liked the Castle de Haar best, despite it being such a hot day. Mike was very pleasant. He was flexible about pacing, allowing us to speed along or linger as we chose. It enabled us to do everything we wanted. And his car was always ready with air conditioning when we returned.”
“This was one of the best day activities we could have had. With our limited time in Amsterdam, it was such an easy, relaxing way to see parts of Netherlands outside of the city. Mike was super accommodating to our needs, including my elderly mother and my hyper 6 year old. Communication was GREAT, and he kept us informed about where we were going/doing while remaining totally flexible. What a lovely memory! Thank you Mike!”
“Definitely the highlight of our trip to Netherlands. Mike was a great guide and we had lots of fun. The windmills are absolutely fascinating and everyone needs to visit them in person. Definitely recommend this tour to everyone.”
“Mike was an amazing guide. He was very knowledgeable and accommodating. We could never have visited all the places that he took us to on our own. I would highly recommend him to anyone wanting a private, authentic experience in the Netherlands.”
“One of the best day trips we did in Europe, Mike was both professional and friendly. We felt like in a tour with a friend taking care of us. The tour was timely and spot on the most important things to see and enjoy. We tasted nice food and enjoyed the walk around while in a very nice weather. At the end Mike did a nice video for the memory with the photos he took for us during the trip. Highly recommend it while planning a visit to Amsterdam”
“Our day with Mike at Zaanse Schans and Volendam was truly one of the highlights of our trip to the Netherlands! From the very beginning, Mike made us feel like we were exploring with a friend rather than just taking a tour. His passion for Dutch history, culture, and traditions was contagious, and he shared so many interesting stories and fun facts that brought every place to life. He was incredibly kind, patient, and always happy to answer our questions. We never felt rushed and had the perfect balance of guided information and free time to explore on our own. Zaanse Schans was absolutely stunning with its iconic windmills, and Volendam was every bit as charming as we imagined. Thanks to Mike's local knowledge and recommendations, we experienced so much more than we would have on our own.”
“Big thumbs up from 2 Aussies! We absolutely loved this tour! We had a fabulous day out with the tour guide, Mike. He made sure to personalise the experience, allowing us ample time to see various sights at our own pace. We are younger travellers so our pace was quicker. We had chosen to speed up some experiences, so he provided additional sight seeing in some of the smaller towns to make up time. This was a fantastic opportunity and we were extremely grateful he took extra time and initiative to show us more of this beautiful country. The weather was amazing, thankfully. Mike is very personable and open to conversation. He is a very proud Dutch man and it is lovely hearing about the history of Holland. Mike has a great sense of humour and suited our wicked humour very much. We had the best time with him. We are very grateful to have found this tour and Mike. Thank you for making this such a memorable experience”
“Had a wonderful time with Mike, he was the best. Windmills, Volendam and castle were great we enjoyed each part of the excursion.”
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How it works
Choose one of the private tours or design your own.
Tell Mike your preferred date, pickup point and group size.
Your booking details are confirmed personally.
Mike picks you up and your private tour begins.
Design your own private tour
Already know where you would like to go? Create your own private day from Amsterdam. Choose the destinations and duration, and Mike will help shape an itinerary around your plans.
Private custom tours from €180 per group
€60 per hour · minimum 3 hours · up to 4 guests
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FAQ
Yes. Every tour is private, for one group of up to four guests. It is never a shared coach or group tour.
Per group. Tours start from €410 per private group of up to four guests, and the price covers the whole group, not each person. Tours booked within 7 days of the tour date can cost more; the exact price is shown on each tour page.
In Amsterdam from your hotel or accommodation. Pickup and drop-off at Schiphol Airport and at the Amsterdam cruise terminal are also possible at no additional charge.
A private guide and pickup and drop-off at your hotel in Amsterdam. The exact inclusions are listed on each tour page. Entrance tickets, lunch and tips are generally not included unless a tour page says so.
Yes. You can design your own private tour: choose the destinations and duration, and Mike will help shape an itinerary around your plans. Custom private tours start from €180 per group (€60 per hour, minimum 3 hours).
Cancellation is free up to 24 hours in advance, with a full refund.
Private tours from Amsterdam
Choose your tour and check availability, or ask Mike a question before you book.