Day Trips

From Amsterdam: Giethoorn Day Trip with Boat Ride & Walking Tour

Name: From Amsterdam: Giethoorn Day Trip with Boat Ride & Walking Tour
Start: 2026-06-19T10:00:00
End: 2026-06-19T19:00:00
Location: Amsterdam

Thatched-roof house and wooden bridge over canal in Giethoorn, Netherlands.

Tourists examining a map during Mostar and Kravice Falls day tour.

Bus interior with passengers traveling to Krka National Park.

Thatched-roof house surrounded by hydrangeas in Giethoorn, Netherlands.

Duration

7 hrs 30 mins - 8 hrs

Free cancellation

Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the start of your experience

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Guided tour

Transfers available

4.7/5(25)

John T

Couple

Verified booking

May 2026

The day trip was perfect. Starting with a really nice bus and tour guide providing details about the country and sites along the way. He also provided details on Giethoorn and what to do and not do. Great experience that I would recommend to anyone, especially those new to the Netherlands

Rana T

Group

Verified booking

May 2026

Very nice trip and well organized , the tour guide was perfect and the time was nice and yhe boat was good but it will be better if the time will be around 8-9 hours

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.

Suneeta C

Group

Verified booking

Apr 2026

Pieter! His commentary made the whole trip enjoyable. He made the history of Geithoorn come alive! Geithoorn is Beautiful but over crowded but that cannot be helped. Every thing was perfect n smooth- from beginning to end. Thank you very much for a wonderful experience. Suneeta India

Enjoy a full-day Giethoorn tour from Amsterdam with luxury coach transfers, a scenic canal cruise, and flexible free time to explore at your own pace.

Travel comfortably through the Dutch countryside in a luxury coach with smooth round-trip transfers from central Amsterdam included.

Discover Giethoorn, the “Venice of the North,” where peaceful canals, wooden bridges, and charming thatched-roof homes replace busy roads and traffic.

Cruise through Giethoorn’s picturesque waterways on a 1-hour canal boat ride while guides share stories and insights about the village’s history and traditions.

Prefer exploring independently? Opt for the self-guided experience and enjoy free time your way—wander canal paths, dine at a café, browse local shops, or simply relax by the canals.

7.5-hour day tour of Giethoorn

Round-trip luxury coach transfers from Amsterdam

1-hour boat tour through Giethoorn’s canals

Insights from a local English & Spanish-speaking guide

Explore at your own pace with plenty of free time

Discount on attractions and museums

7.5-hour self-guided tour in Giethoorn (as per option selected)

Information leaflet in English, Spanish, Italian, French and German (as per option selected)

Hotel transfers

Food and drink

Entry to other attractions

TOTAL DURATION7 hours 30 minutes
MODE OF TRANSFERA/C Bus
Timeline
Map
Start point
Overhoeksplein
Get direction
2 hr by a/c bus
115 km
1. Giethoorn
Tickets included
4 hr
1 activity
Dubbed the "Venice of the Netherlands," Giethoorn is a picturesque village renowned for its canals and absence of roads.
Things to do
Canal cruise
Included in price
2 hr by a/c bus
120 km
End point
Overhoeksplein
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Your ending point would be same as your start point

You can cancel these tickets up to 24 hours before the experience begins and get a full refund.

25 reviews
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What our guests say
John T
Couple
Verified booking
May 2026
The day trip was perfect. Starting with a really nice bus and tour guide providing details about the country and sites along the way. He also provided details on Giethoorn and what to do and not do. Great experience that I would recommend to anyone, especially those new to the Netherlands
Rana T
Group
Verified booking
May 2026
Very nice trip and well organized , the tour guide was perfect and the time was nice and yhe boat was good but it will be better if the time will be around 8-9 hours
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!
Dr Abdullah A
Group
Verified booking
May 2026
Was excellent from the beginning till we come back very informative from the captain and the juarney was exciting Thanks
Claudio B
Couple
Verified booking
2 weeks ago
Luca has been a perfect guide. And we liked the boat tour a lot

What’s not allowed

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

Accessibility

This experience is not suitable for wheelchair users.

Assistance and guide dogs are welcome.

Additional information

Guests are advised to arrive at the meeting point at least 10 minutes prior to the scheduled departure.

Infants aged 3 and under can join free of charge, provided they do not occupy their own seat. Valid ID must be shown at the meeting point.

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