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The 15 Private Tours in the Netherlands to Shortlist

282 tours  ·  from $23

A trip always has one free day too few. These 15 private tours are worth the slot, priced and timed so the choice takes minutes.

Rijksmuseum Amsterdam Small-Group Tour with Private Upgrade - The two-hour route through the permanent collection
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Rijksmuseum Amsterdam Small-Group Tour with Private Upgrade

1.Rijksmuseum Amsterdam Small-Group Tour with Private Upgrade

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 1,547 reviews · 2 hours (approx.) · from $90Our pick

Meet at Cobra Café on Museumplein for a two-hour guided tour of the Rijksmuseum’s permanent collection. Guides such as Clare, Martina, Daniel, and Wybe focus on Rembrandt, Vermeer, Dutch Golden Age art, and the stories behind the paintings. Groups are capped at 15, with an English private upgrade available.

“Highly knowledgeable art historian and fine artist giving the tour, wasn’t expecting that! Excellent tour!”

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Van Gogh Museum Tour Reserved Entry Semi Private - The man behind the famous images
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Van Gogh Museum Tour Reserved Entry Semi Private

2.Van Gogh Museum Tour Reserved Entry Semi Private

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 1,437 reviews · 2 hours 30 minutes (approx.) · from $173Top rated

Spend about two and a half hours at Amsterdam’s Van Gogh Museum with a guide and no more than eight people. Expect reserved entry, stories about Theo, Gauguin, Van Gogh’s studio, and works such as *The Potato Eaters*, *The Bedroom*, *Sunflowers*, and *Wheat Field with Crows*. Private upgrades are available.

“We had a great time with Victoria. Her passion for Vincent Van Gogh and his art really shined through and it made for an excellent tour. We would definitely recommend to others traveling in Amsterdam.”

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Private Amsterdam Red Light District and Coffee Shop Tour - Starting near Damrak and the Dam
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Private Amsterdam Red Light District and Coffee Shop Tour

3.Private Amsterdam Red Light District and Coffee Shop Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 763 reviews · 2 hours (approx.) · from $41

Walk Amsterdam’s Old Town and Red Light District with a private English-speaking guide. You’ll hear how Dutch law treats prostitution and cannabis, see the Waag, Dam, Condomerie, and smallest house, then choose an Erotic Museum or coffeeshop upgrade. Guides such as Ben, Robin, and Saskia are praised for clear, good-humored storytelling.

“Friendly knowledgeable guide who genuinely cares about his city and you. So helpful with everything.”

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Anne Frank and Jewish Quarter Amsterdam Private Walking Tour - The Portuguese Synagogue and the Jewish Quarter
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Anne Frank and Jewish Quarter Amsterdam Private Walking Tour

4.Anne Frank and Jewish Quarter Amsterdam Private Walking Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 684 reviews · 2 hours (approx.) · from $157

Meet your private guide beneath the 360 orange umbrella at the Jewish Museum. Over about two hours, walk through Amsterdam’s Jewish Quarter, hear the story of the Portuguese Synagogue, visit a Holocaust memorial, pass Rembrandt’s house and museum, and finish outside Anne Frank House. Admission to Anne Frank House is not included.

“Arthur was a great guide. Not so fast paced. Answered all of our questions and explained everything along the way.”

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Amsterdam Airport & Non-Airport Private Transfer to City Center - What the vehicle ride is like
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Amsterdam Airport & Non-Airport Private Transfer to City Center

5.Amsterdam Airport & Non-Airport Private Transfer to City Center

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 521 reviews · 30 minutes to 1 hour 30 minutes (approx.) · from $60

Book a private transfer between Amsterdam Schiphol Airport or another local pickup point and your city-center address. TravelThru assigns a driver, sends updates by text, and provides air-conditioned vehicles for groups of up to eight with luggage. Confirm the pickup time carefully, especially after an international arrival.

“Amazing driver was friendly and helpful , helped with the bags great experience indeed. You will love this much easier after long flight then pumbic transportation”

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Private Excursion to Zaanse Schans, Edam, Volendam and Marken - Edam: a quiet change of pace
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Private Excursion to Zaanse Schans, Edam, Volendam and Marken

6.Private Excursion to Zaanse Schans, Edam, Volendam and Marken

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 420 reviews · 8 hours (approx.)

Spend about eight hours with a private driver-guide visiting Zaanse Schans, Edam, Volendam, and Marken. Hotel pickup in central Amsterdam, personal transport, and a flexible pace make this a useful countryside day trip. Guides such as Enrique, Juan, and Tirso are praised for clear history, local tips, and adapting stops to families and mobility needs.

“Another awesome tour with Enrique. It’s like spending the day with an old friend showing you the Dutch countryside. Learned just the right amount about Dutch history and saw so many iconic sites. Thank you again - this was our second tour with you we’ll do another when we’re back.”

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Van Gogh & Rijksmuseum w/ Reserved Entry Semi-Private 8ppl Max - Rijksmuseum: Dutch art beyond The Night Watch
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Van Gogh & Rijksmuseum w/ Reserved Entry Semi-Private 8ppl Max

7.Van Gogh & Rijksmuseum w/ Reserved Entry Semi-Private 8ppl Max

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 419 reviews · 5 hours 30 minutes (approx.) · from $288

Spend about 5.5 hours exploring the Rijksmuseum and Van Gogh Museum with a guide and no more than seven other people. Expect major Dutch paintings, Van Gogh’s life and work, reserved admission, and a lunch break between museums. Guides such as Diana, Anna, Cecile, Paola, and Maria are praised for clear storytelling and strong art knowledge.

“This was a great way to see two incredible museums. Both museums as are a number of others are all located nearby each other unlike some other cities. Our guide,Tijs, provided insights about the numerous items and artists we stopped to view in each of the museums. Highly recommend the tour when you’re in Amsterdam.”

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Anne Frank and the Jewish History of Amsterdam Private Tour - The Jewish Historical Museum and four synagogues
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Anne Frank and the Jewish History of Amsterdam Private Tour

8.Anne Frank and the Jewish History of Amsterdam Private Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 307 reviews · 3 hours (approx.) · from $95

Start at the Portuguese Synagogue and walk through Amsterdam’s former Jewish Quarter, the Plantage, Wertheimpark, Dam Square, and Westerkerk. Guides such as Chris, Kayleigh, Inbal, and Guido add context about wartime Amsterdam and Anne Frank. Anne Frank House entry depends on availability, with a virtual reality alternative if tickets are sold out.

“My wife and I thoroughly enjoyed our walking tour with our guide, Inbal. She made the history walk interactive and informative. It was a lesson in the Jewish history that we were mostly unaware of. We wanted to dedicate part of our stay in Amsterdam to honor those from the past that perished as well as getting a more in depth understanding of their immigration story. We also appreciated the various statues and memorials honoring those that challenge the norm. Our Anne Frank “house” tickets were delivered the morning of the walk and we gained access without issue.”

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Amsterdam 2-hour Private Canal Cruise with Live Guide and Drinks - Starting at Prinsengracht 375
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Amsterdam 2-hour Private Canal Cruise with Live Guide and Drinks

9.Amsterdam 2-hour Private Canal Cruise with Live Guide and Drinks

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 296 reviews · 2 hours (approx.) · from $151

Cruise Amsterdam’s canals in a private boat with your own group, a local skipper, live commentary, and drinks including beer and Prosecco. The route can include Jordaan, the Golden Bend, Seven Bridges, the Amstel, the harbor, and ARTIS. Guides such as Paap, Cynthia, Mark, and Hans add local stories, though the depth of commentary can vary.

“Our 90 min Private Family Canal Cruise was on May 9,2023 at 7pm Despite the evening being cool and rainy the cruise was amazing the boat was completely covered and the seats were heated and dry. There was even hot tea for us to enjoy because of the cool evening. Mark our tour guide was very knowledgeable and informative, he answered all of our questions about the city and the canals. I would highly recommend the private tour for groups of 6-10, there were 6 of us and it was perfect, lots of space to sit comfortably and to move around to take pictures. Thanks for a great evening!!”

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Private Walking Tour through Leeuwarden - Starting near De Oldehove
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Private Walking Tour through Leeuwarden

10.Private Walking Tour through Leeuwarden

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 296 reviews · 1 hour 30 minutes (approx.)

Walk Leeuwarden’s historic center with a private English-speaking guide for up to 15 people. You’ll see De Oldehove, Miniature People Leeuwarden, the former royal home Het Princessehof, and sites linked to M.C. Escher and the Second World War. The route begins near the station and may include a brief look inside the museum for small groups.

“Very informative and gave us a wonderful view of Leeuwarden. Our guide, was excellent. I loved the royal connection explanation. The slight drizzle was refreshing.”

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Amsterdam 90-min Private Canal Cruise with Live Guide and Drinks - Starting at Prinsengracht 375 in Jordaan
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Amsterdam 90-min Private Canal Cruise with Live Guide and Drinks

11.Amsterdam 90-min Private Canal Cruise with Live Guide and Drinks

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 284 reviews · 1 hour 30 minutes (approx.) · from $128

Cruise Amsterdam’s canals privately for 90 minutes with a local skipper such as Paap, Lucas, Deep, or Alex. Expect Jordaan, the Golden Bend, Seven Bridges, the Amstel, Dancing Houses, and Monet’s canal, plus water, soft drinks, beer, and Prosecco. The boat has blankets and an optional roof for cool or rainy weather.

“Not great for the money. Handed us a half bottle of flat prosecco and thought Auschwitz was in Germany. The private boat was good and preferred to large crowded boats so not terrible but not what we’ve come to expect with Viator tours and guides”

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Amsterdam: Private Photoshoot for Couple, Family, or Solo - Meeting your photographer and choosing a style
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Amsterdam: Private Photoshoot for Couple, Family, or Solo

12.Private Photoshoot for Couple, Family, or Solo

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 251 reviews

Meet a private photographer in Amsterdam for a 15 to 50 minute shoot along canals, bridges, and historic streets. You will get posing help, outfit advice, and edited high-resolution images within four working days. Photographers such as Yang, Zoey, Luxin, Leah, and Jin have earned praise for their friendly, patient approach.

“Nice and professional! 100% recommended! The photographer is skilled and good at teaching me how to do the postures. Experiences were also pretty good and felt comfortable!”

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Private transfers from or to Schiphol (AMS) airport Amsterdam - Flight monitoring takes pressure off a delayed arrival
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Private transfers from or to Schiphol (AMS) airport Amsterdam

13.Private transfers from or to Schiphol (AMS) airport Amsterdam

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 235 reviews · 30 minutes to 2 hours (approx.) · from $72

Book a private one-way transfer from Schiphol to Amsterdam, Rotterdam, or another Dutch address. Your English-speaking driver waits in the main airport hall about 45 to 60 minutes after landing, holding a welcome sign. Expect flight monitoring, bottled water, a clean Mercedes, Tesla, BMW, or van, and help with luggage.

“Okan was prompt, ready, and waiting for us as soon as we landed. The transfer was seamless. Would highly recommend. I’m traveling with my daughter, and she and I felt very safe getting to our hotel from airport.”

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Amsterdam City Highlights and Hidden Gems - Private & Custom Tour - A quieter neighborhood and the pace of local life
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Amsterdam City Highlights and Hidden Gems – Private & Custom Tour

14.Amsterdam City Highlights and Hidden Gems – Private & Custom Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 231 reviews · 2 to 6 hours (approx.) · from $91

This private walking tour lets you shape Amsterdam around your interests, from canals, markets, and architecture to food and local neighborhoods. Choose 2 to 6 hours, meet your host at a central point or central hotel, and use the pre-tour questionnaire to set the pace and focus. Guides have included Alan, Anna, Jan, Elle, Wendy, and Aarre.

“Highly recommend Jan for this experience. Super friendly, knowledgeable, and funny! He took us on a loop around all the notable sites in Amsterdam proper. We’ll be back and would ask for Jan again!”

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Zaanse Schans and Volendam Private Tour – Clogs, Cheese and More - Zaanse Schans: working windmills, pretty views, and crowds
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Zaanse Schans and Volendam Private Tour – Clogs, Cheese and More

15.Zaanse Schans and Volendam Private Tour – Clogs, Cheese and More

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 225 reviews · 4 to 5 hours (approx.) · from $286

Travel by private car or van from Amsterdam or Amstelveen to Zaanse Schans and Volendam. See working windmills, watch clogs being made, taste Gouda at a Jersey cow farm, and stroll a former fishing village. Guides such as Younes, Elias, Mo, Saad, and Eric tailor the pace to your group.

“The tour was excellent. Our tour guide, Elias, was outstanding--very knowledgeable of Amsterdam and the area. He ensured that we were able to fully enjoy the sights at Zaanse Schans, the cheese factory and Volendam.”

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