Top Amsterdam Seasonal & Special Occasions

Discover Amsterdam’s vibrant nightlife on an evening pub crawl with a professional party-goer guide. Explore the city’s most exuberant nightlife haunts and absorb the electric atmosphere of bars, pubs and clubs. Socialize with fellow revelers; enjoy a complimentary drink in each venue; and gain free entry to Amsterdam’s most popular dance bars and clubs. Sip unlimited shots in the beginning and select from two different pub crawl routes depending on your interests and tastes.

Glide through Amsterdam's canals in style and comfort aboard a 100% electric, luxury boat. Settle into comfy cushioned seats, and warm up with provided blankets and a drink from the cash bar if the weather is chilly. The cruise departs multiple times daily from 3 different departure locations in the city center of Amsterdam, so it's easy to fit into most sightseeing itineraries.

Enjoy unrivaled views of Amsterdam’s Festival of Lights—which takes place every year from November through January—on a canal cruise that reveals the bests of the installations. You’ll enjoy personalized attention in a small group limited to 12 travelers, as you float along Amsterdam’s UNESCO-listed Canal Ring in the comfort of your heated boat.

See the sights of Amsterdam from a luxury canal boat on a cruise from central Amsterdam. Choose the departure point that is most convenient for you, and board either in front of the Rijksmuseum, the Anne Frank House, or Amsterdam Central Station. Aboard an electric boat, you’ll see the sights of the city in an eco-friendly way, passing along the smaller canals that the large boats can’t access. A local skipper and host provide commentary about the sights as you cruise.

See the springtime blooms of Keukenhof Gardens on a trip from Amsterdam. Drive past the remarkable tulip fields that make the Netherlands a world-famous destination for flower lovers. A guide leads you on an informative tour of Keukenhof Gardens, including thousands of tulips, narcissi, and hyacinths artfully displayed among its ponds and pavilions. You’ll find myriad possibilities for photographing each dazzling patchwork amid the gardens’ 79 acres (32 hectares). Coach transport and admission are included in your 6-hour tour.

Lap up Amsterdam’s beautiful canals by night on a candlelight cruise. Board a comfortable boat, settle into the all-glass cabin in the glow of candlelight and enjoy the scenery as you cruise the UNESCO World Heritage site canals. Pass by floodlit landmarks such as the Westerkerk and Anne Frank House, and savor the twinkling lights and silhouettes of the canal bridges, merchants’ houses and churches. As you cruise, hear about the city’s history from the onboard commentary.

Head to Amsterdam Icebar Xtracold, where you’re treated to a welcome drink plus two Smirnoff cocktails or Heineken beers — your choice —while relaxing in a frosty bar where everything, even your drinking glass, is made of ice! Continue this totally ‘cool’ experience by taking a canal sightseeing cruise on a luxury glass-topped boat. It’s the best way to see Amsterdam’s top highlights.

Escape the city crowds and discover the Dutch countryside on a private day tour to Zaanse Schans and Keukenhof from Amsterdam. Gain insight into Holland’s culture at a clog workshop, cheese farm, working windmill, and as you tiptoe through the tulips, the national flower of Holland. Avoid hidden costs with a pancake lunch and entrance fees included, and relax with seamless round-trip transfer from your hotel.

Experience Dutch nature and culture on this all-day guided excursion in a small group of maximum 8. After meeting up with a knowledgeable local guide, enjoy activities that include visiting a clog and wooden shoe workshop, stopping by a cheese farm for an explanation of cheese making and Gouda tasting, admiring historic windmills at Molen De Kat, and exploring one of the world’s largest flower gardens, the Keukenhof Gardens, with skip the line access. A typical Dutch pancake lunch will fully immerse you into the Dutch culture.

The best way to explore the UNESCO-listed Amsterdam Canal Ring is indisputably by boat. Get a different perspective of the Dutch capital while avoiding the crowds on land during this relaxing canal cruise that, unlike other similar tours, includes unlimited Heineken beer, wine, and soft drinks for a budget-friendly price. Plus, several departure times throughout the day mean you can slot the cruise into almost any schedule.

Witness the beauty of Holland’s blooming tulip fields on a Springtime 2023 tour to Keukenhof Gardens. Start with a hassle-free pick-up from you Amsterdam accommodation, by your professional guide (also your driver). Travel through the Dutch countryside dotted with windmills, green pastures and spectacular rows of colorful tulips. Customize this tour with a visit of your choice. Avoid the crowds and visit Keukenhof during it's quietest hours. Your personal guide explains all about Keukenhof Gardens, and growing and cultivation of spring flowers. At your own pace you can enjoy the thousands of tulips, narcissi, and hyacinths artfully displayed among its ponds and pavilions. * Visit Keukenhof Gardens during the quieter hours, avoiding crowds. * Skip-the-line tickets to Keukenhof are included. * Hassle-free pickup and drop-off at your Amsterdam accommodation. Why Travelers Choose This Tour You can customize this tour with a visit of your choice and enjoy a day trip out of Amsterdam.

Escape the city and create your own itinerary on a private full-day custom tour from Amsterdam. With just your guide and private party, explore the Dutch countryside, replete with windmills and waterways, in order to learn of the Netherlands’ history. Opt to discover the picturesque villages of Marken and Volendam; or snap photos of the windmills in Zaanse Schans; or see the 'garden of Europe' at Keukenhof. Hotel pickup and drop-off are included.  

This 5,5-hour tour departs from Central Station Amsterdam to Holland’s colorful Keukenhof Park. Travel by air-conditioned bus through an area with endless tulip fields, one of the country’s most photographed and iconic landscapes. You have the option to choose between a guided bus tour and a non-guided bus tour. The guided bus tour has a guide on board the bus who speaks both English and Spanish as well as a multilingual audio guide. On the non-guided bus tour you'll only have a multilingual audio guide available. At Keukenhof, simply skip the line and enter one of the largest flower parks in the world with ease. The Keukenhof park contains over 7 million flower bulbs including tulips, hyacinths, and daffodils. Dozens of gardeners work for months to get the park in shape. During the planting, the bulbs are arranged according to a different theme every year. Enjoy approximately 3 hours to explore the park on your own before the return trip to Amsterdam.

Sit back, relax, and soak up Amsterdam’s top waterside sights while sipping unlimited wine, beer, or soda, on a private canal cruise. The weather doesn’t matter, as you can either sit in the sun or under a covered deck as you cruise around the UNESCO-listed Amsterdam Canal Ring and discover tales and trivia that you’re not likely to find in the guidebook.

Amsterdam by night is magical, with the street lights and gables reflected in the dark waters of the canal. Feel the romance on this classic canal cruise, in an open boat with a quiet (and sustainable) electric engine, plus an onboard bar. You’ll see sights from Jordaan to the Houseboat Museum, Amstel and the Westerkerk, and make memories that will last a lifetime.

Discover the UNESCO-listed wine terraces of the Douro Valley when you book this wine-focused tour that begins in Pinhão. With a private guide, climb aboard a 4x4 to navigate stunning off-road trails, villages, and private vineyards. Learn about the area’s winemaking traditions, sample several varietals, and enjoy a leisurely boat ride on the Douro River.

The Netherlands is famous for its cheese, so no visit would be complete without sampling some of the local delicacy. Pair locally-made cheese with wine during a tasting session in Amsterdam that’s ideal for lovers of food. A guide teaches you to recognize subtle cheese flavors and a traditional tasting room replicates the Amsterdam of bygone eras.

Unwind from a busy day of sightseeing on this evening cruise through Amsterdam's canal district. Admire the illuminated waterfronts as you glide through the city center, the Golden Bend, and Oosterdok, and listen to the onboard guide's insightful commentary. As you take in the sights, savor wine, Dutch cheese, and snacks while seated at a table aboard the boat.

Unwind from busy sightseeing or set the mood for a romantic night on this relaxing cruise along Amsterdam’s fabled canals. Aboard a glass-enclosed boat, admire beautiful waterfront views of the UNESCO-listed canals as you sip wine and enjoy delicious snacks. It’s the perfect way to wrap up a day and cozy up with that special someone.

Grab a seat at the coolest bar in Amsterdam with a fast-track package to the XtraCold Icebar, where everything—even the glasses—is made completely of ice. Relax first in the hip warm lounge, then slip on a provided thermal jacket for an arctic drinking adventure right in the heart of the Dutch capital. Admire ice sculptures illuminated by colorful lights as you sip three included drinks in the ‘chilled-out’ atmosphere.

Delve into the Amsterdam craft beer scene with this brewery bus tour. A great way to spend an afternoon in the city, this guided experience includes visits to three of the city’s best craft breweries, guided tastings, and time with other beer lovers. You’ll also get a real local insider’s perspective into the brewery scene in Amsterdam and the Netherlands from your guide.

Board a customized electric boat for a one-of-a-kind cruise on the canals of Amsterdam. Choose your sailing time and relax during a luxurious 1-hour ride on a small, open boat. Blankets and pillows are provided.

Get a new perspective on Amsterdam and see the city from the water. This tour on board a classic salon boat will take you around the city, through its canals, and introduce you to the Dutch capital's most notable landmarks, its culture, and rich trading history while you enjoy Dutch cheese and drinks.