New Meuse River

See the best of Holland on a day-long tour that includes a visit to Rotterdam, and the old port with its charming yellow houses. Take a river cruise, visit the food market, stop in Delft and tour The Hague. Begin your tour with a drive to Rotterdam, famous for its modern architecture. During the city tour, drive along the banks of the river Maas, to the old port and the remarkable yellow cube houses. Embark on an amazing 1-hour river cruise and then visit the famous food market. Continue on to Delft for lunch (not included) and a visit to the Royal Delft Manufactory, the last remaining Dutch ceramic factory from the 17th century. Take a city tour of The Hague by bus, where you will see the beautiful Houses of Parliament, the working palace of the Dutch king, and the Peace Palace. The last stop, before heading back to Amsterdam, will be at the miniature town Madurodam.

Embark on a thrilling guided day trip filled with captivating experiences and remarkable destinations. Depart from Amsterdam and venture to the vibrant city of Rotterdam, renowned for its architectural marvels and bustling harbor. Experience the captivating allure of Rotterdam as you soak in the city's magnificent skyline, modern architecture, bustling ports, shipyards, and bustling docks. Immerse yourself in the vibrant atmosphere and witness the urban expertise of this remarkable city. Following this, embark on a comprehensive sightseeing tour that grants you the freedom to explore renowned landmarks such as the iconic Market Hall and the intriguing Cube Houses at your own pace. Discover the unique charm and architectural wonders that make Rotterdam a truly extraordinary destination. Continuing our journey, we arrive in the picturesque city of Delft, the beloved residence of renowned Dutch master Johannes Vermeer. Known as the Princes' Town, Delft holds the final resting place of several members of the royal family. Take a moment to indulge in a leisurely lunch (not included) and explore the charming canals that weave through this historic town, adorned with prominent landmarks like the Old Church, the New Church, and the town hall. Moreover, we will accompany you to a prestigious factory celebrated for its exquisite handmade Delft Blue pottery, cherished since the 17th century. Prepare to be enchanted by the craftsmanship and rich artistic heritage of this renowned art form. Our next stop brings us to The Hague, where we embark on an enriching city tour. Not only is this city the political capital of the Netherlands, but it also serves as the residence of the Dutch royal family, making it a place of great significance. As the country's third largest city, The Hague hosts 150 international organizations and foreign embassies, including the prestigious International Court of Justice and the International Criminal Court. Prepare to be captivated by the grandeur of the Peace Palace, magnificent royal palaces, and the esteemed Mauritshuis, housing masterpieces by Vermeer, Rembrandt, and Andy Warhol. Delve into the heart of Dutch governance as we visit the iconic Binnenhof, where the Dutch government convenes. Explore the rich history and cultural treasures that await you in this illustrious city. Want to make your experience even better? Add an Amsterdam Canal Cruise for only € 16,00 extra.

Depart Amsterdam and journey by bus to explore the seat of power in the Netherlands in the elegant city of The Hague, where highlights include the royal Noordeinde Palace and the government buildings of the Binnenhof. Continue to the Mauritshuis Museum, where art by Rembrandt and Vermeer is on display and then see the headquarters of the International Court of Justice at the Peace Palace. You then journey to Rotterdam, known for its innovative architecture. On arrival, look at The Man without a Heart sculpture by Ossip Zadkine, built to reflect on the destruction of the city during World War II. See the only medieval building still standing in the city, admire the interesting Cube Houses by Piet Blom and go to the old port area of Oude Haven. Marvel at the food on display in the historic Markthal and stroll along the banks of the River Meuse to get a panoramic view of the city's skyscrapers. Get some free time in Rotterdam for lunch and before making your way back to Amsterdam.

⇒ Rotterdam Central Station Modern architecture pearl, the main railway station of Rotterdam city receiving an average of 170 000 passengers daily. One of the greatest city’s architectural highlights ⇒ Schieland House The 17th century building former headquarter of Waterschap Schieland, institution responsible for water policy and management in this part of South Holland. as well, once temporary accommodation place of Napoleon Bonaparte ⇒ Big Church/ St. Lawrence Church Late Gothic style building from 1525 and in the same time the oldest building in city of Rotterdam. One of the several rarely buildings survived Nazi bombing on May 15th 1940. ⇒ Erasmus of Rotterdam’s Monument Monument honored to Desiderius Erasmus Roterdamus alias Erasmus of Rotterdam, one of the biggest philosophers, theologians, scholars, priest from 16th century. Many public buildings, structures and education institutions are named against this famous Rotterdammer. ⇒ Markthal (The Market Hall) Modern building situated on one of the biggest Rotterdam’s Squares in the shape of horseshoe — closed market combined with living space and facilities, also nicknamed “The Sistine Chapel of Rotterdam” ⇒ Kijk-Kubus (The Cube Houses) Atypical tree-looking buildings with cube-shaped apartments on the top of the supporting columns. Because of its form only 3/4 of the inner space is suitable and usable for common living ⇒ Old Harbor One of the oldest ( but not the oldest one!) ports of Medieval Rotterdam, former river mouth of river Rotte to New Meuse river. Nowadays favorite gathering place of Rotterdam citizens with plenty of coffee bars, restaurants, taverns, disco clubs… ⇒ De Witt Huis (The White House) Once the highest "skyscraper" in Europe from the end of 19th century, 42 meter ( 141 ft) tall. Willemsbrug (The Red Bridge) Also called “The Red Bridge” dedicated to Willem III is one of the three Rotterdam’s bridges connecting central and Northern part of the city with Southern districts. De Hef (The Elevator) Huge steel construction once served like “rotating” and “lifting” train bridge across river New Meuse. ⇒ De Boeg The war memorial commemorating 3500 persons on board of Dutch merchant ships who lost their lives in World War II. ⇒ Leuwhaven Maritime Museum An open air maritime museum. The great collection of steamships, docking cargo machines and equipment, ship engines and other objects ⇒ Erasmus Bridge One of the greatest symbols and images of this city also called “The Swan” or ” The Harp” , 139m high with the biggest and heaviest “opening part” of the bridge in Europe, 80 m long. ⇒ boat transport from Rotterdam to Kinderdijk, ca. 45 min… ⇒ Kinderdijk Picturesque area with 19 authentic polder windmills from 1st half of 18th century, 15 km away from the biggest European port. The best example of efficient and well organized Dutch water management through the centuries. The piece of untouched nature, green oasis of peace and calm, exotic kind of birds.