Guided Tours

From Amsterdam: Giethoorn Guided Day Trip with Boat Tour

4.6/5(19)

Edoardo Z

Group

Verified booking

3 days ago

The trip to Gieethorn was very enjoyable; the duration of the experience was fine. I recommend bringing your own food if you can, so you’ll have more time to explore Gieethorn. If you have some extra time, you can also take a boat and cruise through the canals on your own before or after the scheduled boat tour.

Balaji R

Couple

Verified booking

Apr 2026

They organized the trip very well, starting right on time and reaching Giethoorn as scheduled. During the boat ride, they provided clear and interesting explanations about the village, which made the experience even more enjoyable. We had a great time exploring the village on foot before the boat tour began, which gave us a chance to really take in its charm. The return journey was smooth, and we were dropped off safely at the designated point. Overall, it was a well-managed and enjoyable experience.

Enjoy a full-day trip from Amsterdam with round-trip bus transfers, a multilingual guided tour, and a scenic 1-hour Giethoorn boat cruise.

Visit Giethoorn, the “Little Venice” of the Netherlands, where peaceful canals replace roads and everyday life happens on the water.

Stroll through the fairytale-like village with an English and Spanish-speaking guide, passing bridges, waterways, and traditional thatched-roof farmhouses.

Cruise through Giethoorn’s canals on a traditional boat, gliding past beautifully preserved historic homes and tranquil waterside scenery.

Make the most of your free time to explore Giethoorn at your own pace, snap photos, or relax at one of the village’s cozy local restaurants.

7.5-hour guided day tour of Giethoorn

Round-trip luxury coach transfers from Amsterdam

Insights from an English & Spanish-speaking guide

1-hour boat tour through Giethoorn’s canals

Explore at your own pace with plenty of free time

Hotel transfers

Food and drink

TOTAL DURATION7 hours 30 minutes
MODE OF TRANSFERA/C Bus
Timeline
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Start point
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1 hr 22 min by a/c bus
111 km
1. Giethoorn
Tickets included
3 hr 30 min
1 activity
Giethoorn is a picturesque village, famously known for having no roads. Instead, its thatched-roof houses are connected by canals and over 170 wooden bridges.
Things to do
Canal cruise
Included in price
1 hr 35 min by a/c bus
116 km
End point
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What our guests say
Edoardo Z
Group
Verified booking
3 days ago
The trip to Gieethorn was very enjoyable; the duration of the experience was fine. I recommend bringing your own food if you can, so you’ll have more time to explore Gieethorn. If you have some extra time, you can also take a boat and cruise through the canals on your own before or after the scheduled boat tour.
Kishore G
Couple
Verified booking
3 weeks ago
Everything punctuality bus driver guide
Mohit K
Solo
Verified booking
May 2026
I guess the name of our tour guide was Alina. And in my opinion she was a great guide. Thanks for the absolutely memorable trip!
Claudio B
Couple
Verified booking
May 2026
Luca has been a perfect guide. And we liked the boat tour a lot
Balaji R
Couple
Verified booking
Apr 2026
They organized the trip very well, starting right on time and reaching Giethoorn as scheduled. During the boat ride, they provided clear and interesting explanations about the village, which made the experience even more enjoyable. We had a great time exploring the village on foot before the boat tour began, which gave us a chance to really take in its charm. The return journey was smooth, and we were dropped off safely at the designated point. Overall, it was a well-managed and enjoyable experience.

What’s not allowed

Pets are not allowed on this experience due to venue restrictions.

Additional information

Please arrive at the meeting point at least 10–15 minutes before the tour departure time.

Infants aged 3 and under can join free of charge, provided they do not occupy a separate seat. Please present a valid ID at the meeting point.

Children aged 4 to 13 can participate with a child ticket.

Guided commentary is available in English and Spanish.

Please note that the boat trip may be affected by weather conditions.

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