Amsterdam · PRIVATE
Good private tours fill up weeks ahead and the great ones go first. Below: the 15 to book early, what each includes and how they differ.
Rijksmuseum small-group tour with tickets and a 2-hour guide, plus optional private English upgrade. See Rembrandt and Vermeer fast.
“Rijksmuseum is a must see! Consider ample time to discover the highlights! The Night Watch by Rembrandt was awe inspiring and the works of Van Gogh and Johannes Vermeer were so impressive as well.”
Semi-private Van Gogh Museum reserved-entry tour in Amsterdam with a skilled English guide, small group size, admission included and valid all day.
“We had a great time with Victoria. Her passion for Vincent Van Gogh and his art really shined through and it made for an excellent tour. We would definitely recommend to others traveling in Amsterdam.”
Private Amsterdam Red Light District and coffee shop culture walk with a local guide, Dutch law context, and optional museum or shop visit.
“Our guide was really knowledgeable about the area and it's history. He also gave us some hints and tips for the rest of our trip. The tour was really interesting and also gave us a good idea of where the sites were in the area.”
Walk Amsterdam’s Jewish Quarter with a private guide, from Jewish Historical Museum to Holocaust memorial, ending at Anne Frank House exterior.
“We had a private tour with Josephine. She was super friendly and so knowledgeable we should have brushed up on our history but honestly we left with so much rich history. Seeing the bricks of the 102 thousand Jews that died was jaw dropping we will never forget it. We definitely recommend.”
Skip Schiphol hassle with a private Amsterdam airport transfer. Meet your driver fast, get text updates, and ride in comfort for groups.
“Great communication & wonderful service. Transfer was on time, car was clean & trip went very smoothly. We highly recommend.”
Private 8-hour tour from Amsterdam to Zaanse Schans, Edam, Volendam, and Marken with hotel pickup, free admissions, and a local guide.
“Our guide Enrique was enthusiastic and super informative. He was also super patient with my small children. He took us to all the right places and showed us the greatest spots.”
Reserved-entry, small-group tour of the Rijksmuseum and Van Gogh Museum in 5.5 hours, with a pro guide and skip-the-line access.
“Maria was our guide for both museums and truly exceeded our expectations. She was so knowledgeable about everything we saw, it felt like we were having a Master class in Art History. We were a bit hesitant the day might be too long, but it was just perfect; no doubt because of the quality and experience of our guide. It was a bit hard to hear in crowded areas but that was minimal. For hard of hearing I would probably suggest a larger group tour where the guide uses microphones/hearing devices.”
A 3-hour private walk through Amsterdam’s Jewish sites, WWII landmarks, and the Anne Frank House, with a pie break and ticket help.
“Ester was an amazing guide. We learned so much about the history of the area. Anne Frank house was very moving.”
Private 2-hour Amsterdam canal cruise with live guide and drinks. See Jordaan, the Golden Bend, Seven Bridges, and more.
“Great guy, great tour, fine boat, and lots of fun. Capt. Popp is not only a skilled skipper, he knows his history and is generous in sharing it. After 9 days of tours together, the 6 of us decided we enjoyed this twilight-tour and our time spent with him as the most enjoyable. Many thanks to all the previous reviewers who helped us select him!”
Private 90-min Amsterdam night canal cruise with live guide, drinks, and electric boat views of Jordaan, UNESCO canals, Herengracht and Monet.
“Our host was informative and interesting and operated the boat with competence. My husband and I liked that we could hear him easily since the boat was electric. A very good tour!”
Private 7-hour Amsterdam countryside tour with working windmills, a family cheese farm, and quiet villages around Waterland.
“We had a very pleasant day with John visiting villages north of Amsterdam. He knows the area and people which made for a very smooth journey.”
Skip Schiphol taxi lines with a private AMS transfer, flight tracking, and a meet-and-greet driver in a clean air-conditioned car.
“Great experience. Good communication. Driver texted us to keep us updated. The van was clean and comfortable.”
Private Amsterdam highlights with a local guide. Answer a questionnaire, choose 2-6 hours, and get canal belt, design streets, markets.
“This is the ultimate way to view Amsterdam - with a local! Alan was very knowledgeable and tailored the tour to our tastes. We were taken to lots of hidden gems that you won’t find on your own and given numerous insights along the way. The walking pace was very manageable also. Our time in Amsterdam was limited and Alan created an awesome experience for us! I loved all of it!”
Semi-private Rijksmuseum tour with skip-the-line entry, small-group art storytelling in 90 minutes, then time to explore on your own.
“We had a wonderful guide. He was very knowledgeable and funny. He showed us some of the treasure and had the history behind a lot of the art. Loved it.”
Private Amsterdam day trip to Zaanse Schans and Volendam, with windmills, live clog-making, Henri Willig cheese tasting, and harbor views.
“Fabulous trip! Elias exceeded our expectation with his knowledge of Amsterdams history, Zaanse Schaans’ history and current workings, Henri Willig Jersey Cows, cheese process, and the community of Volendam. Elias made excellent suggestions as to eating establishments: smoked eel. Thank you, Elias!”
Every kind of day out here, and the best of each.
