Giethoorn Tour with Boat Ride and Afsluitdijk Visit - Amsterdam and vicinity

This world heritage city is famous for its ancient churches, wealthy mansions, picturesque alleys and canals and the regal Beguine Court.

No trip to the Netherlands is complete without an excursion to the world-famous waters of the Amsterdam canals. Renowned as a UNESCO World Heritage site, the canal district will have you amazed as you cruise through its canals. Lean back and examine the town from another point of view as you drift along the beautiful waters and admire the treasured architecture.

Climb aboard an air-conditioned coach and travel through a typical Dutch landscape for 1.5 hours en route to the picturesque town of Giethoorn. Experience how the Dutch people live with, and on, the water upon arrival, and set off to explore on foot and by boat. Enjoy the peace and quiet of a town where cars are forbidden and little has changed over the centuries.

Admire the many types of boats in the town, from gondolas to punters and flat-bottom vessels used as transportation on the canals. Cruise past the skillfully restored farmhouses on a 1-hour boat trip and get some free time for lunch and to explore on your own. Get tips from your guide on what to see and where to eat.