• Private Tour
• Instantly Confirmed
• Carbon Neutral

Make your trip a wholesome experience by seeing what other cities outside of Amsterdam have to offer. On this private day trip, you don’t need to worry about anything! Follow your local host to Bruges and be back in Amsterdam the same day but with more unforgettable experiences than before.

Destination

Amsterdam, the Netherlands

Category

Day Trips

Duration

11 hours

Transport mode

Car

Available languages

English, Deutsch, Nederlands, Русский

Included

• Private guide
• Car transport
• Guest pick up
• Canal boat ride
• All Withlocals tours are carbon neutral

Excluded

• Entrance to attractions
• Meals

What you can expect

This is the plan

Check out the plan below to see what you'll get up to with your local host. Feel free to personalize this offer with the host of your choice.

1. Meeting point

   Meet at your accommodation in Amsterdam - Amsterdam to start your journey

   View on Maps

2. Itinerary

   This is what our experience could look like, but it’s not set in stone! Once you book, you can chat directly with your host to make small tweaks to suit your preferences.

3. Learn about Belgium

   Give yourself the time to not only visit Amsterdam by also visiting Bruges. Belgium is such a beautiful country that the more you know about it, the more you’ll fall in love with it. That’s why your host can’t wait to take you to Bruges

4. Gems of Bruges

   Check out Rozenhoedkaai, Markt Square, and take a boat ride over the canals...through the eyes of a local. Get to know some of the less walked paths in Bruges with some great hidden gems and alternative stories that only a local knows about

5. Cultural Contrasts

   Cities are like snowflakes; each one of them is unique. And as you visit Bruges, you’ll be able to see the differences compared to Amsterdam. Discover how much traditions, architecture, and even language can change from one city to another and how they complement each other

6. Local Knowledge

   To experience the best of Bruges, there’s no better way to do so than like a local. Your local host will make this private day trip an enriching experience by sharing knowledge, stories, insights, and answering your questions!

7. Make it yours

   Want to tweak the itinerary? Book directly & chat afterwards with your host to adjust highlights, skip stops, or make small changes to fit your preferences.

   Book risk-free: Cancel within 24 hours for a full refund.

   Need something special? Personalize your experience for more time, alternative locations or a completely tailored plan.

Flexible cancellation policy

• Feel confident booking

  Cancel within 24 hours for a full refund. Even up to 7 days before your experience, you’ll receive a refund, minus the service fee.

• Change of plans?

  Reschedule your experience to a date and time that works best for you.

• Loved by travelers worldwide

  Simple and flexible – your plans, your way.

Reviews from guests

Jason🇺🇸 United States

(About local Roelof)

12 July 2025

Roelof took us out to the windmills outside Amsterdam for a morning visit with our two kids. Already burned out by travel throughout Europe, we weren’t sure how this would go. But he was funny, engaging, and informative, while also not trying to push his agenda in any way. Coming from several other tours in other countries, this was remarkably refreshing. Our 8 year old commented that this was the “very best tour” of the trip - maybe it was the ice cream, or hot chocolate, or climbing up to the top of a windmill, but Roelof helped close out our trip in a great way. Can’t recommend him enough!Great diversion for the kids

Anna🇺🇸 United States

(About local Roelof)

30 May 2023

Our flight arrived to Amsterdam Airport in the morning. Since our accommodations were available only in the afternoon we took advantage of Roelof's arrangements to pick us up at the airport and see around a bit. He took us to charming Haarlem, where we were able to explore the town and unwind after an overnight flight. After the tour he drove us to our apartment in Amsterdam and helped with the door locks and luggage. Roelof was super helpful. He is an easy- going and interesting person. Friendly and helpful

Jeanette🇨🇦 Canada

(About local Roelof)

2 May 2022

I had a very pleasant day with Roelof. All three of the places we visited (Haarlem, Zaanse Shans, Giethoorn) more than met my expectations. The countryside

Jeff

(About local Roelof)

20 October 2018

We had a wonderful day with Roelof in Amsterdam. We booked a private tour with Roelof that began on arrival in Amsterdam after an overnight flight. He was accommodating to our specific requests and very knowledgeable. We would highly recommend Roelof. Jeff and Kelly Roelof goes over and above

Chris🇺🇸 United States

(About local Roelof)

12 June 2018

Roelof was an excellent host. He was knowledgeable about the area and the windmills. He helped my son with taking photographs, which was awesome. He was patient with us and flexible. I highly recommend. A day to remember

Kazlinda

(About local Roelof)

21 May 2018

I booked this tour for my mother and I couldn't have chosen a better guide. Correspondence was very easy with Roelof. He was very flexible with what we wanted. He came on time and treated my mom like a rockstar. Even gave her a parting gift of dutch chocolates. Will definitely book with Roelof again if we are in Amsterdam!Awesome personal guide

betsy🇺🇸 United States

(About local Roelof)

26 April 2018

Roelof was an excellent guide and I highly recommend him. He picked us up at our hotel in Amsterdam. Roelof took us to a delightful fishing village, Volendam, and we enjoyed a grand walkabout. Had some lunch and then off to Zaanstadt for the windmills, the cheese factory, and taste testing, and on to the clog making demonstration with Roelof’s continued explanations and stories. He took us to see the North Sea and stopped at numerous tulip fields, so I could take a zillion pictures! He gave us chocolate, provided us with bottles of water, but most importantly - he was a safe driver and VERY knowledgeable. Excellent guide! Thank you, Roelof! Incredible day with Roelof!

Teresa🇺🇸 United States

(About local Roelof)

15 October 2017

We were a group of 7 who enjoyed our morning with Roeloff immensely. He was comfortable, and enjoyable to spend time with, knowledgeable and we are looking forward to the photos he willingly took of our group. A delightful morning! Thank you Roeloff.Zans Schans

linda

(About local Roelof)

22 October 2016

Roelof is a wonderful guide. He is very interesting and flexible, and he was very accommodating to us. We had some last minute changes in our schedule and he couldn't have been nicer to meet our requests. He is a fascinating person, gives a wonderful Dutch perspective, and very enjoyable to be with. I would highly recommend him!an afternoon with Roelof

James

(About local Roelof)

10 September 2015

This was an incredible way to get out of Amsterdam for a day and capture some amazing images of real working windmills. Roelof guided us through the history of the area and pointed out many great compositions for our photos. So many great photos from the day! I highly recommend this experience.A customized trip with Roelof