Private tour from Amsterdam
Giethoorn Private Day Tour from Amsterdam
Leave Amsterdam behind for a private day in Giethoorn, known for its canals, wooden bridges and thatched-roof farmhouses. Travel with your own guide and car, with hotel pickup in Amsterdam and a Giethoorn canal cruise included.
Canal cruise included
€595
Per private group, not per person
Bookings made within 7 days of departure: €695 per private group.
- 8 hours
- Private tour
- Up to 4 guests
- Hotel pickup in Amsterdam
Why this tour?
A private day in Giethoorn, from Amsterdam
Giethoorn is a village of thatched-roof farmhouses, small wooden bridges and quiet canals, where the old centre is meant to be explored on foot and by water. It lies roughly 1.5 hours by road from Amsterdam, which is why a private day with your own car and guide makes it easy.
Giethoorn from the water
Your canal cruise is included in the price and takes you through the waterways of Giethoorn, past thatched farmhouses, gardens and small bridges.
Time to explore
After the cruise there is unhurried time to walk across the wooden bridges, take photos and stop for lunch.
Private from start to finish
Hotel pickup in Amsterdam, a Tesla Model Y Premium Long Range and only your own group of up to 4 guests.
Your itinerary
- 1
Pickup at your hotel in Amsterdam
Start of the tour
Mike meets you at your hotel or accommodation in Amsterdam and you settle into the Tesla Model Y Premium Long Range for the drive out of the city.
- 2
Drive through the Dutch countryside
Roughly 1.5 hours each way
The drive east takes you out of the city and across open polder landscape towards the province of Overijssel. Mike shares some of the stories behind the places you pass.
- 3
Giethoorn and your canal cruise
Included in the price
Your canal cruise takes you through the waterways of Giethoorn, past thatched farmhouses, gardens and small bridges.
- 4
Time to explore Giethoorn
Unhurried time
Afterwards there is unhurried time to walk across Giethoorn's wooden bridges, see the thatched farmhouses, take photos and have lunch.
- 5
Return to Amsterdam
End of the tour
A comfortable drive back, with drop-off at your hotel in Amsterdam.
The itinerary is flexible. Tell Mike what matters most to you, for example more time in the village or a stop along the way, and he will shape the day around it.
Reserve your private day out
€595 per private group of up to 4 guests, not per person · canal cruise included · free cancellation up to 24 hours before
CHECK AVAILABILITYWhat's included
- ✓Private tour for up to 4 guests (the price is per group)
- ✓Mike, official tour guide, in English or Dutch
- ✓Transport in a Tesla Model Y Premium Long Range
- ✓Pickup and drop-off at your hotel or accommodation in Amsterdam
- ✓Giethoorn canal cruise
- ✓Bottle of water
- ✓Taxes
- ✓Parking fees
What's not included
- –Lunch and other food and drinks
- –Entrance fees to museums and other attractions
- –Tips
Pickup and drop-off
Start your private tour where it suits you
Pickup and drop-off are available at:
- ✓A hotel or accommodation in Amsterdam
- ✓Schiphol Airport, at no additional charge
- ✓The Amsterdam cruise terminal, at no additional charge
Pickup and drop-off apply to your booked private tour. They are not a separate transfer service.
Why choose a private Giethoorn day tour?
Some travellers like the simplicity of a larger group tour. If you would rather have the day to yourselves, this is how a private tour differs.
Is this Giethoorn tour right for you?
This tour is designed for couples, families and small private groups of up to four who want a calm, scenic day away from the city, with a personal guide and a canal cruise. Want a different route or length? You can design your own private tour, or compare all private tours.
Good to know
- Travel time
- Giethoorn is roughly 1.5 hours by road from Amsterdam
- Start time
- Mention your preferred start time in the special requests when you book; Mike confirms the details with you
- Bring
- Comfortable walking shoes, a layer for the weather, and a way to pay for lunch
- Language
- English or Dutch
Your private guide
Your day in Giethoorn with Mike
Mike is an official tour guide with 7 years of experience. You book with him directly, and he is your guide on the day, in English or Dutch.
MORE ABOUT MIKEGuest reviews
What guests say about touring with Mike
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.
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!
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
Questions about this tour
Is the price per person or per group?+
Per group. €595 is the price for the whole private tour (Early Bird price), not per person. Tours booked within 7 days of the tour date are €695 per group.
Is this Giethoorn tour completely private?+
Yes. Only your own group travels, up to four guests, with Mike as your guide and a Tesla Model Y Premium Long Range just for you.
How long is the tour?+
The tour takes 8 hours, from hotel pickup to drop-off in Amsterdam. Giethoorn is roughly 1.5 hours by road from Amsterdam.
Where will Mike pick us up and drop us off?+
At your hotel or accommodation in Amsterdam. Pickup and drop-off at Schiphol Airport and at the Amsterdam cruise terminal are also possible at no additional charge.
Is the Giethoorn canal cruise included?+
Yes, your Giethoorn canal cruise is included in the price.
What is not included?+
Lunch and other food and drinks, entrance fees to museums and other attractions, and tips. A bottle of water, taxes and parking fees are included.
Can I cancel?+
Cancellation is free up to 24 hours in advance, with a full refund.
Cancellation
Free cancellation up to 24 hours in advance, with a full refund. Read the cancellation policy.
Giethoorn private tour from Amsterdam
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