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• Carbon Neutral

Escape the hustle of Amsterdam and step into the enchanting village of Giethoorn, where charming canals, historic thatched-roof houses, and picturesque bridges create a true fairytale setting. Enjoy a relaxing canal cruise, visit a local museum, and stroll through the scenic streets as your private guide shares fascinating stories and cultural insights. Experience a different side of the Netherlands on this unforgettable day trip tailored just for you!

Destination

Amsterdam, the Netherlands

Category

Day Trips

Duration

8 hours

Transport mode

Car

Available languages

English, Nederlands

Included

• Private guide
• Car transport
• Guest pick up
• Boat tour in Giethoorn
• Entrance ticket Museum Giethoorn
• All Withlocals tours are carbon neutral

Excluded

• Meals
• Entrance to any other attractions

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 jan willem.

1. Meeting point

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

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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. More about the Netherlands

   Give yourself the time to not only visit Amsterdam by also visiting Giethoorn. the Netherlands 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 Giethoorn

4. Gems of Giethoorn

   Cruise the canals, visit the museum, and see the typical thatched-roof houses & bridges, through the eyes of a local. Get to know some of the less walked paths in Giethoorn 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 Giethoorn, 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 Giethoorn, 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.

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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.

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Reviews from guests

Michael🇺🇸 United States

18 August 2025

We enjoyed our tour with Jan Willem very much ! He is a very friendly and engaging guy. Extremely knowledgeable about the city of Amsterdam and its history. We learned facts about the city which we would not have known otherwise. And during the tour, we saw places in Amsterdam, which we would never have seen otherwise. A great and very interesting tour !Jan Willem is a great guide !

Helen🇬🇧 United Kingdom

18 August 2025

We had a lot of fun with Jan Willem as our guide. Took us off the beaten track and helped us understand facts about Amsterdam we would never have realised on our own. Relaxed and engaging approach to our tour. Highly recommended. Entertaining and informative

Wilfred🇺🇸 United States

11 August 2025

Jan came prepared. I booked this walking tour just for myself. It was also a same day, last minute booking. I decided to book through withlocals after reading an article online recommending the service as it’s #1 must-do thing for first timers in Amsterdam. I was not disappointed. Jan’s tour was a non-stop tour filled with historical knowledge & cultural experience rooted in his 40-years of living in Amsterdam. During one of our stops at “Blue” which had a tremendous 360 degree view, Jan shared at great depth about discotheques & popular Dutch snacks. Jan also clearly has relationships with many of the service workers at the various stops. He came with a binder full of images, diagrams and sketches that grounded our conversation throughout the walking tour. I highly recommend Jan as a tour guide. He is a warm person with a sense of humor & clear passion for Amsterdam.Knowledge & Experience

Judith

14 June 2025

Jen Willem was just fabulous. I am the wrong side of 70, and I was travelling with a 19-year-old - Jen Willem listened to our specific requests and took us on a route that included places I am sure we would not have found on our own - this was our first time in Amsterdam. He is clearly passionate about his beautiful city, and is full not only of facts and figures but interesting stories that bring places alive. Jen Willem has a lovely personality, very personable, very patient, and a great sense of humour too. I would totally recommend him.Jen Willem is just great!

Bobbie🇺🇸 United States

15 May 2025

Jan was a very charming man and a good guide. I would highly recommend himEnjoyed our experience with Jan

Deon🇿🇦 South Africa

21 April 2025

Jan Willem is an engaging and highly knowledgeable Amsterdam local. Clearly a very experienced guide, well prepared, and a wealth of information at every turn, from the history to the quirky. A fascinating storyteller and great to spend time with. We can highly recommend him. Great guide!