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Crossing the Land of Wind and Water | Exploring Small Towns and Forests

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Crossing the Land of Wind and Water | Exploring Small Towns and Forests
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Travel details
€ 3,710 / per person
Note: The displayed price is the price at the time of application.
Duration Departure in 2026/5 | 12 days
Participants 2 person(s)(Adults 2 person(s)、Children 0 person(s))
Travel story
Moving slowly under a low sky.
Forests, ports, and canals — all faces of the same country.
A quiet Netherlands guided by wind and water.

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On this 12-day journey, you will visit the Netherlands' "hidden gems." You'll encounter historic small towns, vast forests, flat green polders, and dune-lined coastlines — a variety of landscapes. Transportation itself is diverse: trains, buses, a steam tram, walking, cycling, and even a museum ship, so the trip becomes an experience. While visiting the birthplace of Miffy and a lesser-known Van Gogh museum, you'll also make time for the capital, Amsterdam, ensuring you catch the highlights.
Signature points
Base yourself in small towns and walk the Netherlands at human scale
Stay in historic towns such as Haarlem, Hoorn, and Enkhuizen to leisurely enjoy cobbled squares and harbor scenes. Amsterdam is arranged as an efficient day trip to cover the highlights. Because this is a stay-focused itinerary, you’ll see the calm everyday life of the Netherlands.
Scenery that changes across forests, dunes, and polders
Experience diverse natural landscapes from the vast forests of the Veluwe, to flat green polders, to dune-lined coastlines. In this compact country you can truly feel how dramatically the scenery changes. This is a three-dimensional Dutch journey that goes beyond city sightseeing.
Routes designed so the journey itself becomes the story
An itinerary combining many modes of transport — train, bus, steam tram, museum ship, bicycle, and on foot. Each transfer changes your perspective and the distance to the landscape. The design lets you enjoy not only the destinations but the process of getting there.
Itinerary
Day1
  • Netherlands - Amsterdam
  • Private transfer private transport Amsterdam/Schiphol airport - Haarlem
  • Netherlands - Haarlem
  • private guided walking tour Haarlem This very charming historic small city with cobbled streets and ancient squares lined up with terraces, but not as crowded and touristy as Amsterdam. A true hidden gem!

    A private guide will take you around the historic center and show you her beloved Haarlem, so you can easily find your way by yourself afterwards. [English Guide]
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  • 3-star/Standard

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Day2
  • Breakfast
  • Today you have a full day to explore the lovely Haarlem.
  • open air fresh market On Saturdays and Mondays, the main square turns into a large open air fresh market; a great place to try out local delicacies.
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  • Frans Hals Museum The Frans Hals Museum showcases works by Frans Hals, one of the leading painters of the Dutch Golden Age. Through his portraits and group paintings, visitors gain insight into 17th-century Haarlem’s society and culture. Housed in historic buildings, the museum also offers an atmosphere that reflects the city’s rich artistic heritage.
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  • boat tour in Haarlem in small group join others on a canal cruise and learn all about the history and mode of operation of the famous windmills in Windmill the Adriaan, icon of Haarlem.
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  • Windmill the Adriaan Windmill De Adriaan stands along the Spaarne River and is one of Haarlem’s most iconic landmarks. Originally built in the 18th century, it is now open to visitors as a museum. From the upper level, you can enjoy panoramic views of the old town and the river, offering a classic Dutch landscape experience combined with local history.
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  • 3-star/Standard

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Day3
  • Breakfast
  • Train to Amsterdam A 15 minute trainride takes you to the capital, Amsterdam.
    included: train tickets Haarlem - Amsterdam and v.v. in 2nd class
  • Netherlands - Amsterdam
  • private canal cruise Amsterdam Arguably the best way to discover the beauty of this city is by boat!
    A private boat tour will take you on the famous canals, with your own guide and in a small sustainable electric boat. From the water you will get an amazing and tranquil perspective of the city, with its beautiful houses and buildings from the 17th century. Your guide will share some amazing stories about the rich history and culture of this city and drop you off right in front of the Rijksmuseum. [English Guide]
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  • Rijksmuseum (Amsterdam National Museum) The Rijksmuseum is the most famous museum in the Netherlands, which houses the country’s most important painting, The Night Watch by Rembrandt van Rijn. Besides this gigantic painting, you can also see The Milkmaid by Johannes Vermeer and many other 17th-century works by Dutch Master painters.
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  • Amsterdam food tour in small group In the afternoon you will get a delicious, fun and interesting introduction to Dutch food and Amsterdam history when joining a small group of travelers on a guided walking food tour through the popular 17th century Jordaan area and the famous Amsterdam canal belt.
    Enjoy homemade Dutch apple pie in one of Amsterdam’s most well-known Dutch ‘brown’ pubs, sample exclusive Dutch cheeses, and savor a mini version of the ‘Rijsttafel’ from the former Dutch colony of Indonesia. And that’s just to name a few examples!
    Learn about the origins of Dutch food and how it has shaped our history, whilst getting familiar with the Amsterdam’s past and present, architecture, and culture on the leisurely guided walks in between stops. [English Guide]
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  • Train to Haarlem included: train tickets Haarlem - Amsterdam and v.v. in 2nd class
  • Netherlands - Haarlem
  • 3-star/Standard

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Day4
  • Breakfast
  • cycling to the beach Pack your sunglasses and towel: it is time to head to the beach!
    In Haarlem, pick up your bicycles and with a map head out along your route: a ride of about 6 miles (10 km) via excellent and safe cycling lanes that will bring you to the beach town of Bloemendaal.

    Park your bikes and stroll along the gentle waves. Along the beach are many pavilions to stop and enjoy a drink with a view!

    Included: Haarlem bicycle rental + helmet + bicycle bag + route map
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  • National Park Zuid-Kennemerduinen If you’re interested in nature, we recommend making a stop in National Park Zuid-Kennemerduinen on the way to or from Bloemendaal. This park is characterized by an impressive landscape of sand dunes and a habitat of countless animals and plants.
    We will provide you with a cycle route through the park, but if you prefer to hike, you can pick one of many different walking routes that start from the visitor’s center.Please note: from mid-March to mid-May it’s also possible to do a self-guided cycling trip to through the blooming tulip fields to the famous Keukenhof flower park.
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  • 3-star/Standard

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Day5
  • Breakfast
  • Train to Utrecht train tickets Haarlem - Utrecht in 2nd class
  • Netherlands - Utrecht
  • Utrecht Utrecht is very much the centre of the Netherlands and the capital of the province with the same name. Utrecht itself is centered around the Dom tower, which is visible from anywhere in the lively car-free city centre. Therefor, it’s hard to get lost here.
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  • Miffy Museum Miffy (or Nijntje as we call here) was of course born here, in Utrecht. Every Dutch kid grew up with her simple but magnificent stories. Get to know her creator or ‘father’, the late mr Dick Bruna, in his home city of Utrecht. He was born in Utrecht and passed here, age 89 in 1997, but his legacy still lives on in this city and way beyond because his Nijntje and her stories and images live on. Today you can find a square and a museum dedicated to Miffy - but keep in mind the museum is meant for kids age 2-6.
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  • TIP: in each of the places visit the HEMA department store. From as long as we remember they sell Nijntje (Miffy) so all of us here have had our parents/grandparents read us the stories, and our kids today still read the books and wear the Nijntje pajamas.
    HEMA is the most typical Dutch shop - every Dutchman shops their socks and gifts here.
  • 3 stars / Standard

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Day6
  • Breakfast
  • public transport Utrecht - de Haar
  • Castle de Haar De Haar Castle is the Netherland's largest castle and is located just outside Utrecht. De Haar has everything you expect from a castle; towers, turrets, moats, gates and suspension bridges. The castle is also home to many art objects. Next to the castle you can find a romantic chapel and beautiful parks and gardens. Without a doubt De Haar Castle is one of the most luxurious castles of Europe.
    The gardensare at least as spectacular as the castle itself. Stroll past the bodies of water, kitchen gardens and aviaries and discover the various different French style gardens.

    You can reach the gardens either by public transport or by bicycle - the choice is yours!
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  • public transport de Haar - Utrecht
  • 3 stars / Standard

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Day7
  • Breakfast
  • public transport Utrecht - Otterlo
  • Netherlands - Otterlo
  • [Day1] Hoge Veluwe National Park Then let’s head into the forest of the mid-central part of the country.
    The Veluwe is one of the biggest forested areas in the Netherlands. In previous days, this used to be the private hunting grounds for the Dutch Royalty.
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  • Kröller-Müller Museum Tucked away in the Hoge Veluwe National Park you find this country’s biggest hidden gem: Kröller-Müller Museum. This may be the best place to enjoy Van Gogh’s work: countless masterpieces, a beautiful building, and far smaller crowds than in the Van Gogh Museum in Amsterdam.
    The Kröller-Müller Museum boasts the second-largest Van Gogh collection in the world: almost 90 paintings and over 180 drawings.

    Among them: a version of The Potato Eaters (1885), Cafe Terrace at night (1888), Sorrowing Old Man (1890) and Country Road in Provence by night (1890). Furthermore, you will also find masterpieces by modern masters such as Piet Mondriaan, Claude Monet, Georges Seurat, and Pablo Picasso.

    In the sculpture garden, one of the largest in Europe, you can enjoy both sculptures and nature while taking a leisurely stroll. Spread across the garden you will find over 160 sculptures by iconic artists, from Aristide Maillol to Jean Dubuffet, from Marta Pan to Pierre Huyghe.
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  • 3 stars / Standard

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Day8
  • Breakfast
  • [Day2] Hoge Veluwe National Park Today you can explore the park further.
    We will provide you with some nice hiking suggestions.
    Especially in August when the heather is blooming, the park is exceptionally beautiful. When luck is on your side, you might be able to spot some deer or wild boar - chances are best in early morning and in late afternoon.

    Please note: are you more into cycling than hiking?
    Then no worries! The park provides free cycles at the entrance. This way you can cover more grounds and see more of this beautiful national park.
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  • Around lunchtime you can return to town to find a place for lunch there, or ask your hotel to fix you a picnic lunch for you to bring along.
  • 3 stars / Standard

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Day9
  • Breakfast
  • public transport Otterlo - Hoorn
  • Netherlands - Hoorn
  • Hoorn Although Hoorn is nowadays a small and lesser-known city, back in the 17th century this harbor town was of utmost importance to the Dutch East India Company. Hoorn flourished like no other from the trade, and reminders of this rich past can still be seen in the many impressive monuments.
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  • private guided walking tour Hoorn A local private guide will take you along the highlights of the city on foot. While visiting the most important historical places of Hoorn your guide will tell you the stories of past and present! After this, it’s easy to find your own way in the city. [English Guide]
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  • 3-star/Standard

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Day10
  • Breakfast
  • private boat tour in Hoorn Walk down to the harbor, where you board a private open electric boat for a boat tour along Hoorns historic harbor front, bordered by 16th century merchant houses.
    This is an open boat, since you'll also sail under low bridges. In case of bad weather there are umbrellas and blankets on board.
  • free time The rest of the day is free at leisure in this charming town.
    On Saturdays there is a large open air fresh market going on - a delight for finding yourself some local delicacies!
  • 3-star/Standard

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Day11
  • Breakfast
  • Another activity-packed day!
    Today you will experience how people traveled around here 100 years ago.
  • steam tram Hoorn - Medemblik In Hoorn you will board a real steam train.
    On the way you’ll pass some cute tiny railway stations, dating from 1887. After about 1 hour and 20 minutes you reach Medemblik, another historic town bordering the IJsselmeer Lake.
  • Netherlands - Medemblik
  • Medemblik Medemblik is a small harbor town located along the IJsselmeer and is considered one of the oldest cities in the Netherlands. Its medieval character, combined with a marina filled with yachts and historic buildings, creates a peaceful atmosphere. With sights such as Radboud Castle, the town offers a glimpse into northern Dutch history set against a scenic waterfront backdrop.
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  • steam ship Medemblik - Enkhuizen You have some time to stroll around the charming town centre and harbor area, before catching another impressive means of transportation: the museum ship Friesland.
    In one hour and 15 minutes, this monumental boat dating from 1956 will take you across IJsselmeer Lake.
    This lake was once a sea. Since the construction of the 32km long Afsluitdijk, however, it is nowadays the largest lake in Holland.
    The ship anchors in the harbor of Enkhuizen with its 16th century fortress walls, numerous historic buildings and lovely harbor.
  • Netherlands - Enkhuizen
  • Enkhuizen Strolling around the small city center you will see many testimonies of the prosperity of the past, when Enkhuizen was a thriving harbor town for the Dutch East India Company.

    In Enkhuizen you can visit the Zuiderzeemuseum, where the history of this area comes to life. In this open-air museum, distributed across 130 authentic houses, you can see how people used to live in the old days, wearing traditional dress.
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  • train to Amsterdam After your visit, you take a regular train back to Hoorn, where you change trains back to Amsterdam.
    You could consider taking time to wander around Hoorns historic harbor or staying here to have dinner in a harborfront restaurant before heading back to Amsterdam- it is very much worth it.

    included: train tickets Enkhuizen - Amsterdam in 2nd class
  • Netherlands - Amsterdam
  • 3-star/Standard

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Day12
  • Breakfast
  • Train to Amsterdam airport Time to bid farewell to the lowlands. Catch a train to Amsterdam airport.
    End of trip.

    included: train tickets Amsterdam - Schiphol airport in 2nd class

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Day 1
05/06(Wed)
  • Netherlands - Amsterdam
  • Private transfer private transport Amsterdam/Schiphol airport - Haarlem
  • Netherlands - Haarlem
  • private guided walking tour Haarlem This very charming historic small city with cobbled streets and ancient squares lined up with terraces, but not as crowded and touristy as Amsterdam. A true hidden gem!

    A private guide will take you around the historic center and show you her beloved Haarlem, so you can easily find your way by yourself afterwards. [English Guide]
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  • 3-star/Standard

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Day 2
05/07(Thu)
  • Breakfast
  • Today you have a full day to explore the lovely Haarlem.
  • open air fresh market On Saturdays and Mondays, the main square turns into a large open air fresh market; a great place to try out local delicacies.
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  • Frans Hals Museum The Frans Hals Museum showcases works by Frans Hals, one of the leading painters of the Dutch Golden Age. Through his portraits and group paintings, visitors gain insight into 17th-century Haarlem’s society and culture. Housed in historic buildings, the museum also offers an atmosphere that reflects the city’s rich artistic heritage.
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  • boat tour in Haarlem in small group join others on a canal cruise and learn all about the history and mode of operation of the famous windmills in Windmill the Adriaan, icon of Haarlem.
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  • Windmill the Adriaan Windmill De Adriaan stands along the Spaarne River and is one of Haarlem’s most iconic landmarks. Originally built in the 18th century, it is now open to visitors as a museum. From the upper level, you can enjoy panoramic views of the old town and the river, offering a classic Dutch landscape experience combined with local history.
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  • 3-star/Standard

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Day 3
05/08(Fri)
  • Breakfast
  • Train to Amsterdam A 15 minute trainride takes you to the capital, Amsterdam.
    included: train tickets Haarlem - Amsterdam and v.v. in 2nd class
  • Netherlands - Amsterdam
  • private canal cruise Amsterdam Arguably the best way to discover the beauty of this city is by boat!
    A private boat tour will take you on the famous canals, with your own guide and in a small sustainable electric boat. From the water you will get an amazing and tranquil perspective of the city, with its beautiful houses and buildings from the 17th century. Your guide will share some amazing stories about the rich history and culture of this city and drop you off right in front of the Rijksmuseum. [English Guide]
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  • Rijksmuseum (Amsterdam National Museum) The Rijksmuseum is the most famous museum in the Netherlands, which houses the country’s most important painting, The Night Watch by Rembrandt van Rijn. Besides this gigantic painting, you can also see The Milkmaid by Johannes Vermeer and many other 17th-century works by Dutch Master painters.
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  • Amsterdam food tour in small group In the afternoon you will get a delicious, fun and interesting introduction to Dutch food and Amsterdam history when joining a small group of travelers on a guided walking food tour through the popular 17th century Jordaan area and the famous Amsterdam canal belt.
    Enjoy homemade Dutch apple pie in one of Amsterdam’s most well-known Dutch ‘brown’ pubs, sample exclusive Dutch cheeses, and savor a mini version of the ‘Rijsttafel’ from the former Dutch colony of Indonesia. And that’s just to name a few examples!
    Learn about the origins of Dutch food and how it has shaped our history, whilst getting familiar with the Amsterdam’s past and present, architecture, and culture on the leisurely guided walks in between stops. [English Guide]
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  • Train to Haarlem included: train tickets Haarlem - Amsterdam and v.v. in 2nd class
  • Netherlands - Haarlem
  • 3-star/Standard

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Day 4
05/09(Sat)
  • Breakfast
  • cycling to the beach Pack your sunglasses and towel: it is time to head to the beach!
    In Haarlem, pick up your bicycles and with a map head out along your route: a ride of about 6 miles (10 km) via excellent and safe cycling lanes that will bring you to the beach town of Bloemendaal.

    Park your bikes and stroll along the gentle waves. Along the beach are many pavilions to stop and enjoy a drink with a view!

    Included: Haarlem bicycle rental + helmet + bicycle bag + route map
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  • National Park Zuid-Kennemerduinen If you’re interested in nature, we recommend making a stop in National Park Zuid-Kennemerduinen on the way to or from Bloemendaal. This park is characterized by an impressive landscape of sand dunes and a habitat of countless animals and plants.
    We will provide you with a cycle route through the park, but if you prefer to hike, you can pick one of many different walking routes that start from the visitor’s center.Please note: from mid-March to mid-May it’s also possible to do a self-guided cycling trip to through the blooming tulip fields to the famous Keukenhof flower park.
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  • 3-star/Standard

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Day 5
05/10(Sun)
  • Breakfast
  • Train to Utrecht train tickets Haarlem - Utrecht in 2nd class
  • Netherlands - Utrecht
  • Utrecht Utrecht is very much the centre of the Netherlands and the capital of the province with the same name. Utrecht itself is centered around the Dom tower, which is visible from anywhere in the lively car-free city centre. Therefor, it’s hard to get lost here.
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  • Miffy Museum Miffy (or Nijntje as we call here) was of course born here, in Utrecht. Every Dutch kid grew up with her simple but magnificent stories. Get to know her creator or ‘father’, the late mr Dick Bruna, in his home city of Utrecht. He was born in Utrecht and passed here, age 89 in 1997, but his legacy still lives on in this city and way beyond because his Nijntje and her stories and images live on. Today you can find a square and a museum dedicated to Miffy - but keep in mind the museum is meant for kids age 2-6.
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  • TIP: in each of the places visit the HEMA department store. From as long as we remember they sell Nijntje (Miffy) so all of us here have had our parents/grandparents read us the stories, and our kids today still read the books and wear the Nijntje pajamas.
    HEMA is the most typical Dutch shop - every Dutchman shops their socks and gifts here.
  • 3 stars / Standard

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Day 6
05/11(Mon)
  • Breakfast
  • public transport Utrecht - de Haar
  • Castle de Haar De Haar Castle is the Netherland's largest castle and is located just outside Utrecht. De Haar has everything you expect from a castle; towers, turrets, moats, gates and suspension bridges. The castle is also home to many art objects. Next to the castle you can find a romantic chapel and beautiful parks and gardens. Without a doubt De Haar Castle is one of the most luxurious castles of Europe.
    The gardensare at least as spectacular as the castle itself. Stroll past the bodies of water, kitchen gardens and aviaries and discover the various different French style gardens.

    You can reach the gardens either by public transport or by bicycle - the choice is yours!
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  • public transport de Haar - Utrecht
  • 3 stars / Standard

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Day 7
05/12(Tue)
  • Breakfast
  • public transport Utrecht - Otterlo
  • Netherlands - Otterlo
  • [Day1] Hoge Veluwe National Park Then let’s head into the forest of the mid-central part of the country.
    The Veluwe is one of the biggest forested areas in the Netherlands. In previous days, this used to be the private hunting grounds for the Dutch Royalty.
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  • Kröller-Müller Museum Tucked away in the Hoge Veluwe National Park you find this country’s biggest hidden gem: Kröller-Müller Museum. This may be the best place to enjoy Van Gogh’s work: countless masterpieces, a beautiful building, and far smaller crowds than in the Van Gogh Museum in Amsterdam.
    The Kröller-Müller Museum boasts the second-largest Van Gogh collection in the world: almost 90 paintings and over 180 drawings.

    Among them: a version of The Potato Eaters (1885), Cafe Terrace at night (1888), Sorrowing Old Man (1890) and Country Road in Provence by night (1890). Furthermore, you will also find masterpieces by modern masters such as Piet Mondriaan, Claude Monet, Georges Seurat, and Pablo Picasso.

    In the sculpture garden, one of the largest in Europe, you can enjoy both sculptures and nature while taking a leisurely stroll. Spread across the garden you will find over 160 sculptures by iconic artists, from Aristide Maillol to Jean Dubuffet, from Marta Pan to Pierre Huyghe.
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  • 3 stars / Standard

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Day 8
05/13(Wed)
  • Breakfast
  • [Day2] Hoge Veluwe National Park Today you can explore the park further.
    We will provide you with some nice hiking suggestions.
    Especially in August when the heather is blooming, the park is exceptionally beautiful. When luck is on your side, you might be able to spot some deer or wild boar - chances are best in early morning and in late afternoon.

    Please note: are you more into cycling than hiking?
    Then no worries! The park provides free cycles at the entrance. This way you can cover more grounds and see more of this beautiful national park.
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  • Around lunchtime you can return to town to find a place for lunch there, or ask your hotel to fix you a picnic lunch for you to bring along.
  • 3 stars / Standard

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Day 9
05/14(Thu)
  • Breakfast
  • public transport Otterlo - Hoorn
  • Netherlands - Hoorn
  • Hoorn Although Hoorn is nowadays a small and lesser-known city, back in the 17th century this harbor town was of utmost importance to the Dutch East India Company. Hoorn flourished like no other from the trade, and reminders of this rich past can still be seen in the many impressive monuments.
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  • private guided walking tour Hoorn A local private guide will take you along the highlights of the city on foot. While visiting the most important historical places of Hoorn your guide will tell you the stories of past and present! After this, it’s easy to find your own way in the city. [English Guide]
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  • 3-star/Standard

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Day 10
05/15(Fri)
  • Breakfast
  • private boat tour in Hoorn Walk down to the harbor, where you board a private open electric boat for a boat tour along Hoorns historic harbor front, bordered by 16th century merchant houses.
    This is an open boat, since you'll also sail under low bridges. In case of bad weather there are umbrellas and blankets on board.
  • free time The rest of the day is free at leisure in this charming town.
    On Saturdays there is a large open air fresh market going on - a delight for finding yourself some local delicacies!
  • 3-star/Standard

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Day 11
05/16(Sat)
  • Breakfast
  • Another activity-packed day!
    Today you will experience how people traveled around here 100 years ago.
  • steam tram Hoorn - Medemblik In Hoorn you will board a real steam train.
    On the way you’ll pass some cute tiny railway stations, dating from 1887. After about 1 hour and 20 minutes you reach Medemblik, another historic town bordering the IJsselmeer Lake.
  • Netherlands - Medemblik
  • Medemblik Medemblik is a small harbor town located along the IJsselmeer and is considered one of the oldest cities in the Netherlands. Its medieval character, combined with a marina filled with yachts and historic buildings, creates a peaceful atmosphere. With sights such as Radboud Castle, the town offers a glimpse into northern Dutch history set against a scenic waterfront backdrop.
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  • steam ship Medemblik - Enkhuizen You have some time to stroll around the charming town centre and harbor area, before catching another impressive means of transportation: the museum ship Friesland.
    In one hour and 15 minutes, this monumental boat dating from 1956 will take you across IJsselmeer Lake.
    This lake was once a sea. Since the construction of the 32km long Afsluitdijk, however, it is nowadays the largest lake in Holland.
    The ship anchors in the harbor of Enkhuizen with its 16th century fortress walls, numerous historic buildings and lovely harbor.
  • Netherlands - Enkhuizen
  • Enkhuizen Strolling around the small city center you will see many testimonies of the prosperity of the past, when Enkhuizen was a thriving harbor town for the Dutch East India Company.

    In Enkhuizen you can visit the Zuiderzeemuseum, where the history of this area comes to life. In this open-air museum, distributed across 130 authentic houses, you can see how people used to live in the old days, wearing traditional dress.
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  • train to Amsterdam After your visit, you take a regular train back to Hoorn, where you change trains back to Amsterdam.
    You could consider taking time to wander around Hoorns historic harbor or staying here to have dinner in a harborfront restaurant before heading back to Amsterdam- it is very much worth it.

    included: train tickets Enkhuizen - Amsterdam in 2nd class
  • Netherlands - Amsterdam
  • 3-star/Standard

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Day 12
05/17(Sun)
  • Breakfast
  • Train to Amsterdam airport Time to bid farewell to the lowlands. Catch a train to Amsterdam airport.
    End of trip.

    included: train tickets Amsterdam - Schiphol airport in 2nd class

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Price Includes / excludes
Accommodation

As specified in the itinerary

Flight (Int'l)

なし

Flight (Dom.)

なし

Railway

As specified in the itinerary

Bus

なし

Car

As specified in the itinerary

Ferry/Boat

As specified in the itinerary

Other transp

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Guide / Assistant

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Activity

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Meal

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As specified in the itinerary

Includes (Others)

- overnight in hotels on double/twin room with breakfast in mentioned hotels
- private transport Amsterdam/Schiphol airport - Haarlem
- free use of public transport within Amsterdam during your stay
- private guided walking tour Haarlem
- boat tour in Haarlem in small group
- train tickets Haarlem - Amsterdam and v.v. in 2nd class
- private canal cruise Amsterdam
- Amsterdam food tour in small group
- Haarlem bicycle rental + helmet + bicycle bag + route map
- train tickets Haarlem - Utrecht in 2nd class
- public transport Utrecht - de Haar and v.v.
- public transport Utrecht - Otterlo
- public transport Otterlo - Hoorn
- private guided walking tour Hoorn
- private boat tour in Hoorn
- tickets steam tram Hoorn - Medemblik
- tickets steam ship Medemblik - Enkhuizen
- train tickets Enkhuizen - Amsterdam in 2nd class
- train tickets Hoorn - Schiphol airport in 2nd class
- entrance fees: Frans Hals Museum, Windmill Adriaan, Rijksmuseum, Miffy Museum, Castle de Haar, Hoge Veluwe National Park (2 days), Kröller Müller Museum

Excludes (Others)

- flights to and from Amsterdam
- city tax, to be paid to the hotels on the spot
- all other meals
- all other items not mentioned above

Accommodation list
1

Haarlem

2person(s) 

2

Utrecht

2person(s) 

3

Otterlo

2person(s) 

4

Hoorn

2person(s) 

5

Amsterdam

2person(s)