Amsterdam · ROTTERDAM DAY TRIPS FROM AMSTERDAM
This is the shortlist you would send a friend: 15 rotterdam day trips from amsterdam worth the money, each with its price, its traveller verdict and the one thing to know before you commit.
Spend 10 hours exploring South Holland by air-conditioned bus, with stops in Delft, Rotterdam, and The Hague. You’ll see Royal Delft, cruise Rotterdam’s waterways, visit Markthal and Madurodam, and hear live commentary in English or Spanish. Guides have included Ian, Tony, Dima, and Marianne.
“Well organise, guide was nice and we enjoy the boat trip in Rotterdam.”
Spend 10 hours and 15 minutes beyond Amsterdam, visiting Rotterdam’s market and port, Royal Delft, historic Delft, The Hague, and Madurodam. A guide such as Ian, Dima, or Esmiralda may lead the day. Expect a packed schedule, limited free time, and a useful overview of southern Holland.
“It was a great experience. The tour guide shared a wealth of information along the way. They stopped at the right places and ensured the safety return of all the passengers.”
Travel from Amsterdam with a small group of up to eight people to Rotterdam, Delft, and The Hague. Guides such as Alex, Andy, and Nico combine short walks, local history, free time, and a Royal Delft visit in an 8.5-hour day.
“Enjoyed the day. A great tour with a tour guide who was both informative and Awepersonable. I enjoyed his sense of humour.”
Spend one full day visiting Rotterdam, Delft, and The Hague by coach from central Amsterdam. You’ll see the Market Hall, Cube Houses, Delft’s canals, Royal Delft pottery, and the Peace Palace, with live guiding in English, German, or Spanish. Optional canal cruise included.
“This is a very nice trip. We had a small amount of free time to do what we wanted which was nice. It was a good overview of three cities that lets you know if you want to return for a longer visit in the future. Thank you for a great trip.”
Spend eight hours visiting The Hague and Rotterdam by bus with a Spanish-speaking guide. See Noordeinde Palace, Binnenhof, the Peace Palace, Cube Houses, Markthal, and Oude Haven. Guides have included Fanny, Facundo, Silvia, Blas, and others, with free time for lunch and exploring.
“We do not understand Spanish, but just wanted to take some photos in Hague and Rotterdam. The tour guide was very nice and, from time to time, gave us instructions in English. This tour is very good value for money. It mainly gives a tour of the city centres and a couple of important locations.”
Travel from Amsterdam with up to eight people and a guide such as Pete, Leidse, or Reinier. See Rotterdam’s modern architecture, Delft’s old center, and The Hague’s political landmarks. Choose either Royal Delft pottery or Madurodam, with transport, pickup, and entry included.
“Perfect way to explore more with a knowledgeable guide. Loved the flexibility of a small group experience, our guide tailored the trip to our interest allowing just enough time for each aspects of the trip. Highly recommend.”
Travel from Amsterdam in a small group of up to eight, visiting Rotterdam’s modern landmarks, Delft’s historic center, and The Hague’s royal and political sights. Your included admission covers either Royal Delft pottery factory or Madurodam, not both. Guides may include Pete, Reinier, Leidse, or Eric.
“Great tour had a wonderful time and would recommend it to others if they are looking to do something different.”
Travel from Amsterdam by comfortable minivan with an English-speaking guide such as Leidse, Pete, Simon, or Reinier. Visit Rotterdam’s modern center, Delft’s blue pottery, and The Hague’s royal and political sights. Choose Royal Delft or Madurodam, and expect a fast, rewarding day with plenty of walking.
“Pete was amazing. Very knowledgeable and dynamic person. Made a long day fun. Great way to cover a lot of highlights.”
Travel from central Amsterdam to Rotterdam, Delft, and The Hague in about nine hours with an English and Spanish-speaking guide. See Rotterdam’s Cube Houses, visit Royal Delft pottery, explore Delft’s canals and churches, pass the Peace Palace, and add an Amsterdam canal cruise if selected.
“The guide was very professional and well spoken. Also very knowledgeable. Only problem was The Hague portion of the tour was omitted due to closures. Unfortunately that part of the tour was what I was looking forward to most.”
Leave Amsterdam for a full day in Rotterdam, Delft, and The Hague. You’ll ride in an air-conditioned vehicle, visit a Delftware factory, explore Rotterdam’s Markthal, and enjoy guided orientation with free time. Guides such as Jay and Rachid are praised for clear, friendly storytelling.
“We enjoyed a pleasant trip . Said was an incredible guide. He was lots of fun and very knowledgeable about our destinations.”
Travel by private vehicle from Amsterdam to Rotterdam, Delft, The Hague, and Madurodam in about eight hours. Guides such as Rachid, Jay, Mike, Fernando, and Said have led this route. You can adjust the plan, though fitting four stops into one day requires firm time management.
“Our guide was the best. Jay had tons of fun facts. You could tell he was happy to share his knowledge. The places we visited were all surprisingly better than expected.”
Travel by coach from Amsterdam to Zaanse Schans, The Hague, and Rotterdam with a bilingual English or Spanish guide. See working windmills, a clog workshop, Dutch cheese making, the Peace Palace, Erasmus Bridge, Cube Houses, and Markthal. Guides Toni and Jorge have led especially well-paced departures.
“Excellent trip - on time departure and return, well paced and our guide Toni was incredible. Highly recommend this trip to anyone who wants to cover the 3 highlights of Netherlands in a day.”
Travel from Amsterdam in an air-conditioned minivan with up to eight people. Cruise Rotterdam’s port, walk Delft’s old center, visit Royal Delft pottery, and tour The Hague. The $72 price includes transport, guide, harbor cruise, water, Wi-Fi, and taxes. An Amsterdam canal cruise is available as an option.
“An excellent tour of three interesting cities in Holland. Delft was my favorite. It has a great town square and old town area. i was also impressed with the majestic buildings of The Hague. Rotterdam has some fascinating modern architecture. looking back it seems remarkable to have covered so much in the half day tour!”
Travel privately from Amsterdam with a driver-guide such as Sam, Danny, or Jerry. Visit Rotterdam’s Cube Houses and Markthal, Royal Delft, Delft’s churches, The Hague, the Peace Palace, and Scheveningen Beach in 7 to 8 hours. Expect a packed day with room to adjust the pace.
“We loved our tour. We got to see so much in a day thanks to Danny! Go hungry so you can grab a bite at the beautiful Rotterdam market. The Delft factory was incredible. Leave enough time to wander at the beach.”
Travel by private vehicle from Amsterdam to Keukenhof with a local driver-guide, stopping for tulip-field photos and an optional Delft, windmill, farm, or bicycle visit. Inside the gardens, your guide points out highlights before giving you 2 to 3 hours to explore independently.
“Hans used his expertise to create an amazing experience for us. We asked to see Keukenhof gardens, tulip fields and windmills. Every moment was spectacular! We will have this tour again when will visit next time!”
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