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Private City Kickstart Tour: Amsterdam

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Amsterdam, Netherlands
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1 hour 30 minutes (approx.)
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Offered in: English
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Overview

Receive a warm welcome to Amsterdam on a private tour that will kick off your time in the city in the best way possible! In only 90 minutes, a local guide will get you acquainted with Amsterdam to help you enjoy the rest of your stay to the fullest.

Discover where to find main attractions like Dam Square and Nieumarkt, and how to explore them away from the crowds. And what about that unique family owned restaurant or that amazing local hotspot? We got you covered; the local guides are experts in the subject! Forget about touristy traps; on this city kickstart tour, your guide will point you in the right direction.

Private City Kickstart Tour: Amsterdam is one of Withlocals' signature tours available in major cities worldwide. We work with passionate local guides who earn a fair fee. We support local economies by only offering local produce and prevent over-tourism with only small non-intrusive groups. Our tours are carbon-neutral and away from the standard tourist routes.

What's Included

  • Local Tips and Tricks
  • City Orientation
  • Private Tour
  • Hotel pickup and drop-off
  • Food and drinks
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Prins Hendrikkade 59
1012 AD Amsterdam, Netherlands

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Dam Square

Amsterdam's most important square, located in the historical city center, is a busy place for locals and tourists alike to see the variety of monuments located close by.
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20 minutes Admission Ticket Free

Nieuwmarkt

The lively nightspot and market square Nieuwmarkt is located in the old city centre just east of the Red Light District and has long been a centre for commerce and socialising.
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20 minutes Admission Ticket Free

Red Light District (De Wallen) (pass by)

Depending on your host and their chosen route for the tour, this stop might also be included in your route.
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Bloemenmarkt (pass by)

Depending on your host and their chosen route for the tour, this stop might also be included in your route.
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Rembrandtplein (pass by)

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Dutch National Opera & Ballet (pass by)

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Additional Info

  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
  • Post Covid-19 regulations are applied to this product with regards to the number of participants, delivery methods of the tour and content of the tour.
  • Private tour: only you & your local guide

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Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Private City Kickstart Tour: Amsterdam?

A: You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund. For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (CET). Read more Apr 2025

Cancellation Policy

You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund.

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What's Included

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  • Local Tips and Tricks
  • City Orientation
  • Private Tour
  • Local Guide
  • Hotel pickup and drop-off
  • Food and drinks

Additional Info

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  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
  • Post Covid-19 regulations are applied to this product with regards to the number of participants, delivery methods of the tour and content of the tour.
  • Private tour: only you & your local guide

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