South Holland

Day Trips

Our most recommended South Holland Day Trips

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  1. The Hague: 2-Hour Electric Kick Bike Tour

  Discover The Hague, its surroundings, and Scheveningen on a quiet, environmentally-friendly electric kick bike. Follow your guide as they show you the city's hotspots and nature. Cruise through The Hague and follow your guide as they take you to the city's main attractions like the Binnenhof where you'll learn all about the Dutch parliament. Stop by the working palace of the Dutch king and the Peace Palace. On your way to the seaside district of Scheveningen enjoy some nature. Arrive at Scheveningen Boulevard and take in lovely views of a sandy beach and the sea.

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  2. Amsterdam: Guided Trip to Rotterdam, Delft and The Hague

  Your tour will begin as you depart from Amsterdam on your coach and head to Rotterdam. Rotterdam is the second largest city in the Netherlands, and is quite famous for its architecture and commercial harbor. After a short city tour, the first stop will be Spido for your 1-hour and 15-minute boat tour, which is the best way to view one of the world’s largest ports. You will see Rotterdam’s imposing skyline, cutting-edge architecture, harbors, shipyards, and docks. After the harbor cruise you will continue your city tour, which includes a stop at the famous Markethall and Cube Houses.  The next stop is the picturesque city of Delft, which is the birthplace and final resting place of Dutch master Johannes Vermeer. Known as the Princes’ City, it is also where countless members of the Dutch royal family have been buried for centuries. Enjoy some free time for lunch and to discover Delft’s ca...

  Was very nice, enjoyed the trip due to the detailed explanation from our guide julliet rainmaker. Some of the facts if travelled ourselves, we would have missed out. Beautiful city view of delft, Rotterdam and hague is worth the visit. Will defenetly travel more of these guided tours.

  Reviewed by Sandhya, Netherlands, 9/16/2021
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  3. From Amsterdam: Rotterdam and The Hague Tour in Spanish

  Depart Amsterdam and journey by bus to explore the seat of power in the Netherlands in the elegant city of The Hague, where highlights include the royal Noordeinde Palace and the government buildings of the Binnenhof. Continue to the Mauritshuis Museum, where art by Rembrandt and Vermeer is on display and then see the headquarters of the International Court of Justice at the Peace Palace. You then journey to Rotterdam, known for its innovative architecture. On arrival, look at The Man without a Heart sculpture by Ossip Zadkine, built to reflect on the destruction of the city during World War II. See the only medieval building still standing in the city, admire the interesting Cube Houses by Piet Blom and go to the old port area of Oude Haven. Marvel at the food on display in the historic Markthal and stroll along the banks of the River Meuse to get a panoramic view of the city's skyscra...

  Our guide Facundo was very pleasant with great sense of humor. The tour was a learning experience.

  Reviewed by Guillermo, 11/4/2019
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  4. The Hague: Beginner's Surf Lesson

  Discover what it feels like to walk on water with a 2-hour beginner's surf lesson in the Scheveningen district of The Hague. Start your lesson on the beach in a small group setting of 6 students or less. Listen to your Dutch and English-speaking instructor as they explain how to stay safe in the water. Hear about several different surf techniques, such as how to safely go out into the water. Then, grab your surfboard and catch some waves! Learn how to keep your surf board under control and how to read the waves. Discover how to time your take off and how to catch your first wave. Be amazed by how easy and enjoyable it is to surf.

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  5. Keukenhof Gardens 5-Hour Group Tour in Spanish or English

  Discover the most famous tulip gardens in the Netherlands on a half-day tour of Keukenhof. Transfer from Amsterdam to the Keukenhof Gardens, situated between the towns of Lisse and Hillegom. In 1840, various landscape painters were commissioned to design what would become the Keukenhof park. The designers drew heavily on the English style prevalent at the time, with flowers as an essential element. Upon arrival at Keukenhof (Dutch for “kitchen garden”), explore more than 32 hectares of parkland. See a vast collection of flowers and hybrids of different species around the old mills, lakes, fountains and wide promenades. Purchase some bulbs or seeds in the greenhouses. Wander the park’s 4 main areas, named after members of the Dutch royal family of Oranje. Discover different varieties and displays in the Oranje Nassau Pavilion, Willem Alexander Pavilion, Koningin Beatrix Pavilion, and Ko...

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  6. Lisse: Drive-it-Yourself Electric Dune & Beach Audio Tour

  Enjoy a leisurely journey across the coastal region of South-Holland in an electric, 2-person Renault Twizy with GPS navigation. The unique open and contemporary design of electric car will give you a sense of freedom on the open road. You feel, smell and experience where you drive. Ride through nature, sand dunes, and picturesque coastal villages at your own pace. As you explore the area, an onboard audio guide shares additional information and facts about the area. Park the Twizy to see the beach and sea up close for some excellent photo opportunites.

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  7. Day Trip to Keukenhof Flower Park

  Start with pickup from your apartment or hotel anywhere in the region. Enjoy comfortable, air-conditioned, and quick transportation to Keukenhof flower park. Depending on your pickup address, you will have around five hours to explore the park. Benefit from skip-the-line entrance tickets to the park. Enjoy a short 30-minute orientation tour with a professional guide. Then, explore the park at your own pace and discover a wide variety of different flower species and garden styles.

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  8. Amsterdam: Guided Keukenhof and Zaanse Schans Tour

  Begin your day with a pickup from one of the pickup points in central Amsterdam. As you leave Amsterdam, gaze out at the vivid flower fields of the Dutch countryside, which are awash with colorful crocuses, tulips, and daffodil. These blooming fields are remarkably beautiful, and as you admire them you can listen to your guide reveal more about the history of this region. Depending on the time, you might also stop to take photographs of this stunning landscape. When you arrive at Keukenhof Gardens, step off the bus and embark on a guided tour of the grounds. Covering an area of more than 79 acres (32 hectares), these magnificent gardens are home to innumerable blooming bulbs, all meticulously landscaped into aesthetically pleasing patterns. The gardens are filled with delicate blossoms of all sorts of colors and textures, which emanate a gently perfumed fragrance. After soaking up the g...

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  9. Private Day Trip From Amsterdam to Rotterdam and Kinderdijk

  Discover the beautiful countryside and the amazing city of Rotterdam on this one-day private tour from Amsterdam. Take the opportunity to visit the picturesque village of Kinderdijk and the amazing city of Rotterdam learning about the culture and history of the Netherlands that has influenced the innovation and architecture you will see on the tour.  Your day tour will begin when you are picked up from your accommodations in Amsterdam by your guide and driver. From Amsterdam, you will die into the countryside of the Netherlands and explore Kinderdijk, a village home of UNESCO World Heritage Site windmills which you will explore. You will also see the dykes and learn about their use in the Netherlands to deal with water. You will then go on a 1-hour boat tour of Kinderdijk to further explore the Dutch countryside with your guide. From Kinderdijk your tour will continue on to Rotterdam, ...

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  10. The Hague and the Mauritshuis Gallery

  On this tour you will discover historical highlights and the political center of the Netherlands. Your private guide will drive you directly to the Mauritshuis, which is located in the centre of The Hague. Your professional and certified guide will take you around through this beautiful museum with its unique collection. The Mauritshuis is home of some of the world’s most famous paintings from the Golden Age. See masterpieces such as Vermeer’s Girl with a Pearl Earring and a View of Delft, but also The Anatomy Lesson of Dr. Nicolaes Tulp by Rembrandt, The Goldfinch by Fabritius and The Bull by Potter. More than 200 top works from Dutch and Flemish masters are on display in this historic 17th-century monument with intimate rooms, silken wall covering, and sparkling chandeliers. Skip the queues with fast track entry and your private guide will...

  The most amazing tour! Our guide was extremely knowledgeable, engaging and friendly. Well worth the money. My family and I enjoyed the day very much and highly recommend!

  Reviewed by Jennifer, United Kingdom, 1/1/2020