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Enjoy Amsterdam Differently With These 6 Experiences

Enjoy a cruise through the canals of Amsterdam, beer in hand
Enjoy a cruise through the canals of Amsterdam, beer in hand | © Dimple Patel / Alamy Stock Photo

With so many big-hitting sights, it can be hard to get a fresh look at Amsterdam. These handpicked tours and experiences take you away from the crowds and show the Dutch capital in a whole different light.

One way to get a different perspective on a city is to leave it. No, really! Head to the outskirts to get an insider feel for how the place knits together. We’re fans of the kayak and custom bicycle tours. If you prefer to soak up the sights centrally, why not take a Segway tour, or kick back and enjoy canal views from a covered boat, local beer in hand. Amsterdam will never seem the same again.

Guided Canoe Adventure with Picnic Lunch in Waterland from Amsterdam

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This guided waterland canoe tour takes you through nature and the villages in Old Holland near Amsterdam, only 15 minutes from the city centre. See the ‘real’ Dutch way of life and explore Old Holland’s nature. Paddle through the village and the area’s reed lands, hear the birds sing and smell the plants around you on this outdoor adventure with a group size of maximum 10 adults.

Amsterdam Small-Group City Segway Tour

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This 1.5-hour small-group Segway sightseeing tour with a maximum of 7 people will show you the best of Amsterdam’s city centre on two wheels. Glide effortlessly through the historic streets of Amsterdam, along the city’s canals and over its many canal bridges. Segway is the first of its kind — a self-balancing personal transport device that is a lot of fun!

Amsterdam City Bike Tour

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Over the course of approximately 3 hours we’ll take you through the most beautiful and interesting aspects of this city to learn about its rich and strange history as well as the weird foibles that make up Amsterdam’s culture. We mix this with the observations and opinions of your guide, all of whom are well seasoned and eager to share their hard-earned knowledge. Biking is thirsty work, so we often stop towards the end for a drink at one of our favourite local watering holes!

Choose from many customised ways to experience Amsterdam’s countryside with this custom bike tour. Discover scenic paths, picturesque landscapes, old towns and a thousand years of history.

Small partly covered boat - All drinks included - 60 Minutes - Live guide

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Get on board of one of the comfortable boats. Sail the canals and experience Amsterdam in peace from the water.Our hosts and captains will make sure that you have the best canal cruise of your life! They will guide you through the canals of Amsterdam and tell you everything you have always wanted to know. From the comfort of our boat you can enjoy Amsterdam from the water. Cruise along Amsterdam’s most beautiful canals, Amstel River, 7 bridges and the Skinny Bridge. Listen to the host tell you some fun stories about Amsterdam while you consume free drinks; 70 minutes of pleasure, for only €20.Please note that some of our boats are currently partly covered, with a glass top, while some are open.

Private Amsterdam Photography Tour with a Professional Photographer

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Come and explore the enchanting streets of one of the most photogenic cities in the world. Follow along with your private photographer-guide as you discover the most captivating angles of iconic Amsterdam, as well as new sights you will not forget. All the while, you will demystify the complexities of your camera and learn how to capture the perfect shot.

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