15 Private Tours in the Netherlands Worth Booking

1.Rijksmuseum Amsterdam Small-Group Tour with Private Upgrade

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 1,547 reviews · 2 hours (approx.) · from $90Our pick

Meet at Cobra Café in Museumplein for a two-hour guided visit to the Rijksmuseum’s permanent collection. Expect a small group of up to 15, an English-speaking guide, and focused commentary on works by Rembrandt, Vermeer, Van Gogh, and other Dutch masters. Morning and afternoon times are available, with an English private upgrade.

“Daniel was very knowledgeable and entertaining. I appreciated that he arrived early to reserve lockers, get the tickets and provided us with headphones to hear him speak.”

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2.Van Gogh Museum Tour Reserved Entry Semi Private

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 1,437 reviews · 2 hours 30 minutes (approx.) · from $173Top rated

Spend about 2.5 hours with a guide such as Victoria, Jacopo, Anna, or Clare, tracing Van Gogh’s life through major paintings, letters, and studio objects. Your reserved museum entry is included and remains valid all day. The group is limited to eight, with a private upgrade available.

“I learned more about Van Gogh than i expected. I loved hearing stories about his family and life. A tortured soul for sure. Tour guide was very knowledgeable. I will always pick Babalyon Tours when possible.”

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3.Private Amsterdam Red Light District and Coffee Shop Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 763 reviews · 2 hours (approx.) · from $41Best value

Walk Amsterdam’s Red Light District with a private English-speaking guide such as Ben, Robin, or Saskia. Learn how Dutch law treats prostitution and cannabis, see Old Town landmarks including the Waag and Condomerie, and upgrade to visit the Erotic Museum or a coffeeshop.

“Great history and got to see a lot of what makes the red light district so interesting! Ben was a great guide and had a good sense of humor”

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4.Anne Frank and Jewish Quarter Amsterdam Private Walking Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 684 reviews · 2 hours (approx.) · from $157

Spend about two hours with a private English-speaking guide in Amsterdam’s Jewish Quarter. Meet beneath the 360 orange umbrella at the Jewish Museum, hear stories at the Portuguese Synagogue and Holocaust memorial, pass Rembrandt’s house, and finish outside Anne Frank House. Anne Frank House admission is not included.

“Arthur was a great guide. Not so fast paced. Answered all of our questions and explained everything along the way.”

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5.Amsterdam Airport & Non-Airport Private Transfer to City Center

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 521 reviews · 30 minutes to 1 hour 30 minutes (approx.) · from $60

Arrange a private, air-conditioned ride between Amsterdam Airport Schiphol, hotels, cruise terminals, and other addresses. Drivers meet you with a name sign, help with luggage, and send updates by text. Vehicles fit up to eight people, but confirm the pickup time carefully, since airport waiting procedures have caused confusion.

“Our driver showed up early, loaded luggage, was so friendly, unloaded us onto a trolley at the airport - a perfect experience. Thank you!”

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6.Private Excursion to Zaanse Schans, Edam, Volendam and Marken

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 420 reviews · 8 hours (approx.)

Spend about eight hours with a private driver-guide exploring Zaanse Schans, Edam, Volendam, and Marken. Expect hotel pickup in central Amsterdam, personal transport, free time at each stop, and local insight into windmills, dikes, cheese, flooding, and Dutch village life. Guides have included Enrique, Juan, Tirso, and Sergio.

“It was a perfect day of touring with Juan! He did a great job of showing us the signts and providing history of the area. The time in Zaanse Schans was amazing. We were able to get there before alot of the bigger bus tours and crowds to make it more enjoyable. It was also great to see the surrounding areas including Edam and Volendam. I would highly recommend to anyone looking for a day trip from Amsterdam.”

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7.Van Gogh & Rijksmuseum w/ Reserved Entry Semi-Private 8ppl Max

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 419 reviews · 5 hours 30 minutes (approx.) · from $288

Spend about five and a half hours with a guide and no more than seven other people, exploring the Rijksmuseum and Van Gogh Museum. Expect reserved entry, art-history stories, a lunch break, and highlights such as Rembrandt, Vermeer, The Potato Eaters, The Bedroom, and Sunflowers. Guides may include Cecilia, Diana, Anna, Paola, or Tijs.

“Van Gogh and Rikjsmuseum are two of Amsterdam's biggest and most important museums. Anna Nikolaeva, our very knowledgeable tour guide, not only highlighted the more famous works of art by the famous artists, but gave her own unique perspective on many of these masterpieces, and challenged us to see, feel, appreciate and imagine beyond what was painted on canvas. We love Van Gogh and Anna made us even love our tour more. Excellent way to see these attractions!”

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8.Anne Frank and the Jewish History of Amsterdam Private Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 307 reviews · 3 hours (approx.) · from $95

This three-hour private walk links Amsterdam’s Jewish Quarter, wartime memorials, Plantage, Dam Square, Westerkerk, and Anne Frank House. Guides including Chris, Kaleigh, Guido, Inbal, and Martina lead the English tour, add local context, and help arrange Anne Frank House tickets when available. If tickets sell out, a virtual reality visit is provided.

“We learned so much about the Jewish experience in Amsterdam prior to and during World War II. Our guide, Martina was wonderful attending to our needs and interests. We took the trolley and arrived at the Ann Frank House in time for our tour. Martina even arranged for us to have coffee and waffles in the cafe. Thank you so much and I can’t recommend this tour enough.”

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9.Amsterdam 2-hour Private Canal Cruise with Live Guide and Drinks

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 296 reviews · 2 hours (approx.) · from $151

Book a private two-hour cruise from Prinsengracht 375 with your own party and a local skipper such as Paap, Paping, Cynthia, Mark, or Hans. Expect live stories, drinks, blankets, and a covered option in poor weather as you pass Jordaan, the Golden Bend, Seven Bridges, the Amstel, the harbor, and ARTIS.

“Best part of our trip! Skipper Paap was the perfect guide and we had a beautiful sunset canal ride. We had the best time!”

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10.Private Walking Tour through Leeuwarden

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 296 reviews · 1 hour 30 minutes (approx.)

See Leeuwarden’s historic center with a private guide, often including Zenon or Leonie. This 90-minute walk covers De Oldehove, miniature people, the Princessehof, M.C. Escher’s birthplace, and wartime stories. It costs $120.98 per group of up to 15, with hotel pickup at selected hotels.

“Good guide, but incomplete in terms of interesting places including the waeg not seen then Plenty of restaurants to enjoyAuto-translated”

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11.Private Photoshoot for Couple, Family, or Solo

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 251 reviews

Meet a private photographer in Amsterdam for a relaxed shoot through canals, bridges, and old streets. Choose a classic, candid, or artistic style, get posing and outfit advice, and receive edited high-resolution images within 3 to 4 working days. Photographers including Yang, Zoey, Leah, and Luxin have earned strong praise for their friendly guidance.

“He did a great job helping us pose and making suggestions for the pictures .”

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12.Private transfers from or to Schiphol (AMS) airport Amsterdam

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 235 reviews · 30 minutes to 2 hours (approx.) · from $72

Skip the Schiphol taxi queue with a private, air-conditioned transfer to Amsterdam, Rotterdam, or another chosen address. Your Dutch- or English-speaking driver waits in the main airport hall about 45 to 60 minutes after landing, holding a welcome sign. Drivers such as Rudy, Okan, Piet, and Leticia are praised for clear communication and friendly service.

“The traffic at the cruise port was chaotic to say the least. I texted Rudy when we got to the Meeting Point and asked for the driver to give us a head’s of where he was at. Driver called me immediately and we connected a few minutes later. Driver very responsive and courteous. Very Comfortable Transfer.”

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13.Private Electric Boat Rental in Haarlem (No License Required)

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 186 reviews · 2 to 10 hours (approx.)

Take the helm of a quiet electric boat from Industrieweg in Heemstede and see Haarlem from its canals. You get padded seating, open views, and a map with tips for finding the city’s main sights. Rentals last from 2 to 10 hours, with boats described for up to 10 people. No boating license is needed.

“Great experience that is a lot of fun and you have a completely different view of the city. I can really recommend it. Very straightforward and super nice care.Auto-translated”

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14.Private Airport Transfer to or from Schiphol Airport

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 128 reviews · 15 to 45 minutes (approx.)

Book a private car or minivan between Schiphol Airport and your Amsterdam address. Faruk, Omer, Sof, and the Euro Business Taxi team handle pickup details, luggage, child seats, and flight delays. The ride takes about 15 to 45 minutes, with 70 minutes of free airport waiting time after landing.

“Faruk was an excellent driver! He arrived on time and planned plenty of time for traffic, as we stayed at an AirBNB just north of the city. We called on him to drive us other times during our stay with the same great service. My friends and I strongly recommend Faruk’s service.”

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15.Old City Private Walking Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.4 · 81 reviews · 2 hours

Meet your guide at The Hague Central Station for a private two-hour walk through the Binnenhof, royal quarter, Voorhout, City Hall, and De Resident. English, German, and Dutch tours are available. You can shape the walk to your interests, and guide Bert has earned praise for his engaging stories.

“Leuke tour door de stad, gids wist veel te vertellen”

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