Giethoorn and Afsluitdijk Day Trip

Discover the picturesque town of Giethoorn and the impressive Enclosing Dike on a full-day small group tour from Amsterdam. Experience Dutch water management and enjoy a boat cruise along restored farm houses.

Duration: 9 hours
Cancellation: 24 hours
Highlights
  • Giethoorn - First stop is the picturesque village of Giethoorn, where people live with and on the water. Enjoy a boat cruise along the restored farm houses. You will have some free time for lunch and to explore the place on your own.
  • Afsluitdijk - The tour will continue on to the Enclosing Dike (Afsluitdijk), the 32 kilometer dike connecting…
What's Included
  • Photo stop at Enclosing dike
  • 1-hour boat tour of Giethoorn (Please note: weather conditions could have influence on the boat trip)
  • Transport in an airconditioned coach
What's Not Included
  • Gratuities
  • Personal expenses
  • Food and drinks
  • Hotel pickup and drop-off
Additional Information

On this day-long, intimate group journey, explore Giethoorn, a charming town where residents coexist harmoniously with water. Indulge in a boat ride amidst the rehabilitated farmhouses. There will also be a leisure break for lunch and self-guided discovery of the area. The expedition proceeds to the Enclosing Dike (Afsluitdijk), a 32-kilometre…

Location
Tours & Tickets Amsterdam
De Ruijterkade
The Tours & Tickets Shop is located in the IJ hall of Central Station on the far eastern side. Show your (smartphone) ticket at the Tours & Tickets office, where you'll be guided to the bus across the street.
Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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Omar
Aug 27, 2024
Geithorn trip with Tours & Tickets, Amsterdam - Well organised and very lovely guide (Esmeralea) Very nice trip and highly recommend. Esmeralea was really amazing in dealing with people, answering all their questions and very supportive. The city and the boat tour were really nice.
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Chananthorn_t
Aug 17, 2024
Thank you so much - Thank you our guide and rider for today’s trip I’m sorry I don’t remember their names. Our guide was a wonderful guy. He spoke both English and Spanish telling us story along the way. The boat ride was also relaxing.
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Menggek_l
Aug 11, 2024
A lovely quaint place. A must visit in Netherlands - The trip to Giethoorn was a pleasant 1.5 hours ride. Our guide explained a lot of interesting facts along the way. The boat ride at Giethoorn was informative and pleasant. The whole ambience in Giethoorn was unique and quaint. A must visit in Netherlands.
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Abhradeep_s
Aug 5, 2024
Nice experience - Great experience. This is must visit place during Netherlands tour. Overall the tour guide was nice and she manages tour very well. Thanks
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Mitri_m
Jul 6, 2024
The paradise - We spent a great day. The scenes were unbelievable and Giethoorn village is unforgettable. The food is delicious and people were so welcoming and friendly. A big thank you for our tour guide.
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Yukpuipeggy_t
Jun 29, 2024
Enjoyable - Experienced and responsible tour guide, punctual for departure of the tour, we enjoy a lot. The boat trip worths a lot.
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Anna_h
Jun 25, 2024
Nice tour - Everything was very well organized. The tour guide was very knowledgeable about the history of Giethoorn.
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William_b
Sep 23, 2024
Something different - This was a very cool experience but it was a long day the restaurant was great and relaxing . The canals and the houses are very interesting to see if you have time it was fun
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Chasted1
Aug 11, 2024
Quaint village - Geithner is a quaint canal town. We had a wonderful time there and a beautiful lunch. Boat congestion on the canals was funny to watch but a very enjoyable day all round
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K9982cgandreap
Jul 14, 2024
Pueblo encantador / Charming village - El guía Adrian no pudo hacerlo mejor. Se nota su pasión por la arquitectura y lo bien que conoce el manejo del agua en los Paises Bajos. A pesar de que los trayectos en bus son de unas 2 horas, se pasan rápido con sus explicaciones.Giethoorn es un pueblo encantador que merece la pena visitar. Sin embargo, a nosotros nos llovió todo el día y no pudimos sacarle el mejor partido. No os preocupéis porque el paseo en barco se hace igualmente al disponer de botes cubiertos. De todas formas, creo que 3h de tiempo libre aún con buen tiempo son demasiadas para Giethoorn. Poder ver el dique de cierre es una experiencia única y muy curiosa que recomiendo. A pesar de q la excursión es bilingüe, Adrian traduce a la perfección todos los detalles. The guide Adrian could not have done better. You can see his passion for architecture and his knowledge of water management in the Netherlands. Although the bus ride takes about 2 hours, it goes by quickly with his explanations, Giethoorn is a charming village and well worth a visit. However, it rained the whole day and we couldn't make the most of it. Don't worry because the boat trip is still possible as there are covered boats available. However, I think that 3 hours of free time, even in good weather, is too much for Giethoorn. To be able to see the closing dyke is a unique and very curious experience which I highly recommend. Although the tour is bilingual, Adrian translates all the details perfectly.
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From $82
up to 15 guests
1 Adult
Cancellation: Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the start of your experience (local time).