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The Hague Private Walking Tour: Royals, Politics and History

Discover the stories behind The Hague's grand facades on this private walking tour. You explore the political and royal heart of the Netherlands with your …More

The Hague, Netherlands

5.0 (12)

The Hague Private Walking Tour: Royals, Politics and History

Discover the stories behind The Hague's grand facades on this private walking tour. You explore the political and royal heart of the Netherlands with your...

2 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation

5.0 (12)

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$240

Amsterdam: World War II Private Walking Tour

The private groups allows us to pay a lot of attention to the history of the occupation. We don't have any audio equipment because we …More

Amsterdam, Netherlands

5.0 (33)

Amsterdam: World War II Private Walking Tour

The private groups allows us to pay a lot of attention to the history of the occupation. We don't have any audio equipment because we...

3 hours Free Cancellation

5.0 (33)

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$170

Maastricht 2-Hour Walking Tour | Discover The City With A Local

This walking tour is led by a group of enthusiastic guides who love Maastricht and enjoy talking about it even more. We show you the …More

Maastricht, Netherlands

4.3 (86)

Maastricht 2-Hour Walking Tour | Discover The City With A Local

This walking tour is led by a group of enthusiastic guides who love Maastricht and enjoy talking about it even more. We show you the...

2 hours Free Cancellation

4.3 (86)

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$3

Private Tour of Simonehoeve Cheese Farm and Clog Factory

Here in Simonehoeve you will find an experience that the whole family can enjoy, both young and old. We explain how cheese and clogs are …More

Amsterdam, Netherlands

4.7 (14)

Private Tour of Simonehoeve Cheese Farm and Clog Factory

Here in Simonehoeve you will find an experience that the whole family can enjoy, both young and old. We explain how cheese and clogs are...

1 hour Free Cancellation

4.7 (14)

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$6

Giethoorn, Private Boat Tour & Zaanse Schans Windmills

This is a 100% private tour: your guide, your group, your day. You will not be joined by any other guests, and the entire tour …More

Amsterdam, Netherlands

5.0 (8)

Giethoorn, Private Boat Tour & Zaanse Schans Windmills

This is a 100% private tour: your guide, your group, your day. You will not be joined by any other guests, and the entire tour...

7 hours 15 minutes Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation

5.0 (8)

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$156

Private Van Gogh Museum Tour in Amsterdam

In this private tour Van Gogh Museum Tour, you will get an intimate and personal experience with your private expert guide. Bypass the lines on …More

Amsterdam, Netherlands

4.9 (8)

Private Van Gogh Museum Tour in Amsterdam

In this private tour Van Gogh Museum Tour, you will get an intimate and personal experience with your private expert guide. Bypass the lines on...

2 hours Free Cancellation

4.9 (8)

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$134

Giethoorn: Day Trip from Amsterdam and Guided Canal Cruise

Discover the beauty of the Netherlands on a guided day trip from Amsterdam to Giethoorn. Travel with our Giethoorn Express and arrive in approximately 1 …More

Amsterdam, Netherlands

4.7 (19)

Giethoorn: Day Trip from Amsterdam and Guided Canal Cruise

Discover the beauty of the Netherlands on a guided day trip from Amsterdam to Giethoorn. Travel with our Giethoorn Express and arrive in approximately 1...

7 to 8 hours Free Cancellation

4.7 (19)

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$68

The Hague and Delft: Private Half-Day Tour with Transfer

Discover two of the most historically rich cities in the Netherlands on this half-day private tour: The Hague and Delft, with a transfer between the …More

The Hague, Netherlands

5.0 (10)

The Hague and Delft: Private Half-Day Tour with Transfer

Discover two of the most historically rich cities in the Netherlands on this half-day private tour: The Hague and Delft, with a transfer between the...

4 hours 30 minutes Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation

5.0 (10)

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$91

Join this 2 hour walking tour and discover all about life during nazi-occupation in the early 1940s. Find out how the people endured important events …More

Amsterdam, Netherlands

4.6 (16)

Private Amsterdam WW2 walking tour

Join this 2 hour walking tour and discover all about life during nazi-occupation in the early 1940s. Find out how the people endured important events...

2 hours Free Cancellation

4.6 (16)

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$45

Private Day Tour: Rotterdam and The Hague. English or Spanish

Discover the nearby towns of Rotterdam, The Hague while on this 8-hour excursion. Accompanied by a private Spanish or English-speaking guide, you will take narrated …More

Amsterdam, Netherlands

5.0 (5)

Private Day Tour: Rotterdam and The Hague. English or Spanish

Discover the nearby towns of Rotterdam, The Hague while on this 8-hour excursion. Accompanied by a private Spanish or English-speaking guide, you will take narrated...

8 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation

5.0 (5)

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$789

Maastricht Scavenger Hunt & Highlights Self-Guided Walking Tour

The Best Way to Discover Maastricht: Scavenger Hunt & Self-Guided Tour! Play, learn, and walk! Explore at your own pace with a 100% self-guided activity. …More

Maastricht, Netherlands

4.4 (16)

Maastricht Scavenger Hunt & Highlights Self-Guided Walking Tour

The Best Way to Discover Maastricht: Scavenger Hunt & Self-Guided Tour! Play, learn, and walk! Explore at your own pace with a 100% self-guided activity....

2 hours Free Cancellation

4.4 (16)

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$6

Private Amsterdam Historical Walking Tour

Let me show you an Amsterdam you won’t find in the guidebooks. This small-group walking tour brings the city’s real stories, hidden corners, and everyday …More

Amsterdam, Netherlands

5.0 (6)

Private Amsterdam Historical Walking Tour

Let me show you an Amsterdam you won’t find in the guidebooks. This small-group walking tour brings the city’s real stories, hidden corners, and everyday...

2 to 3 hours Free Cancellation

5.0 (6)

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$181

Join us for an unforgettable journey through Amsterdam with our interactive walking tour! Perfect for kids and families, this adventure transforms the city into an …More

Amsterdam, Netherlands

5.0 (5)

Private Kids Tour Amsterdam

Join us for an unforgettable journey through Amsterdam with our interactive walking tour! Perfect for kids and families, this adventure transforms the city into an...

1 hour 30 minutes Free Cancellation

5.0 (5)

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$143

Rotterdam: Private Walking Tour with Cube House Entry

Rotterdam is unlike any other Dutch city. Bombed almost entirely to the ground during WWII, it rebuilt itself from scratch and became a laboratory for …More

Rotterdam, Netherlands

5.0 (6)

Rotterdam: Private Walking Tour with Cube House Entry

Rotterdam is unlike any other Dutch city. Bombed almost entirely to the ground during WWII, it rebuilt itself from scratch and became a laboratory for...

2 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation

5.0 (6)

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$240

Band of Brothers in Holland Private Tour from Amsterdam

Follow in the footsteps of Dick Winters and his Band of Brothers during operation Market-Garden and on the Island. You will visit all the places …More

Amsterdam, Netherlands

5.0 (7)

Band of Brothers in Holland Private Tour from Amsterdam

Follow in the footsteps of Dick Winters and his Band of Brothers during operation Market-Garden and on the Island. You will visit all the places...

10 to 11 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation

5.0 (7)

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$918

Luxury Amsterdam Booz Cruise – Unlimited Cocktails Included (1H)

Relax and get comfy on our well-equipped and 100% electric boat. Sip on freshly made cocktails (or other drinks of your choice) and take in …More

Amsterdam, Netherlands

4.9 (8)

Luxury Amsterdam Booz Cruise – Unlimited Cocktails Included (1H)

Relax and get comfy on our well-equipped and 100% electric boat. Sip on freshly made cocktails (or other drinks of your choice) and take in...

1 hour Free Cancellation

4.9 (8)

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$37

From Amsterdam: Private Haarlem Day Trip with St. Bavo Entry

Leave Amsterdam’s crowds behind and reach Haarlem by fast train on a private 5-hour day trip with a local guide. Meet at your central Amsterdam …More

Amsterdam, Netherlands

5.0 (7)

From Amsterdam: Private Haarlem Day Trip with St. Bavo Entry

Leave Amsterdam’s crowds behind and reach Haarlem by fast train on a private 5-hour day trip with a local guide. Meet at your central Amsterdam...

5 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation

5.0 (7)

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$247

Rijksmuseum Amsterdam Ticket and Canal Cruise with Audio Guide

Discover the absolute best of Amsterdam with this essential combination ticket, pairing high culture with unforgettable scenic beauty! Dive deep into Dutch history and artistry …More

Amsterdam, Netherlands

4.0 (63)

Rijksmuseum Amsterdam Ticket and Canal Cruise with Audio Guide

Discover the absolute best of Amsterdam with this essential combination ticket, pairing high culture with unforgettable scenic beauty! Dive deep into Dutch history and artistry...

3 to 8 hours

4.0 (63)

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$44

Private Tour: Rotterdam Walking Tour Including Harbor Cruise

A multi-faceted city with layers of history, Rotterdam is one of the most intriguing cities in the Netherlands. This customizable private walking tour reveals Rotterdam’s …More

Rotterdam, Netherlands

4.8 (20)

Private Tour: Rotterdam Walking Tour Including Harbor Cruise

A multi-faceted city with layers of history, Rotterdam is one of the most intriguing cities in the Netherlands. This customizable private walking tour reveals Rotterdam’s...

4 hours Free Cancellation

4.8 (20)

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$50

Historical Leiden: Private Walking Tour with a Local Guide

Explore Leiden on a private walking tour through one of the most historically rich cities in the Netherlands. With your own knowledgeable local guide, you …More

Leiden, Netherlands

5.0 (5)

Historical Leiden: Private Walking Tour with a Local Guide

Explore Leiden on a private walking tour through one of the most historically rich cities in the Netherlands. With your own knowledgeable local guide, you...

2 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation

5.0 (5)

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$341

Frequently Asked Questions

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What are the best options for Netherlands Historical & Heritage Tours?

According to verified reviews on Cool Shore Excursions and TripAdvisor, the best Netherlands Historical & Heritage Tours are:

What are the best kid-friendly options for Netherlands Historical & Heritage Tours Tours?

According to verified reviews on Cool Shore Excursions and TripAdvisor, the best kid-friendly Netherlands Historical & Heritage Tours are:

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Which Netherlands Historical & Heritage Tours have Instant Confirmation?

Netherlands Historical & Heritage Tours with Instant Confirmation include:

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Which Netherlands Historical & Heritage Tours have Free Cancellation?

Netherlands Historical & Heritage Tours with Free Cancellation (in most cases up to 24 hours in advance of your tour date, check the specific tour page) include:

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