• Station Zuid - Board the Intercity Direct here for a swift journey to Rotterdam Centraal, taking just 38 minutes, which is quicker than driving. Personalized first-class tickets and instructions will be provided.
• Rotterdam Centraal Station - Your guide will meet you at Rotterdam Centraal Station, the city’s modern train hub where 170,000 people pass through daily. The tour begins here.
• Groothandelsgebouwen N.V. - Upon exiting the station, you’ll see the Groothandelsgebouw, once Europe’s largest building when it opened in 1949, symbolizing Rotterdam’s post-war reconstruction.
• Hofplein - Walk across a seemingly ordinary roundabout that holds a special significance for Rotterdam’s residents, particularly related to football.
• City Hall Rotterdam - Discover one of the few buildings that survived the war: the town hall. Learn about the statues adorning it.
• Timmerhuis - OMA - The Timmerhuis, which housed the city’s post-war reconstruction management, embodies Rotterdam’s blend of old and new architecture.
• Grote of Sint-Laurenskerk - Near the modern Market Hall stands a 14th-century church whose tower survived the Rotterdam bombing. Now an event venue, learn about its history and Erasmus, who was born here.
• Markthal - Enter the iconic Market Hall, featuring apartments and a variety of international foods. Don’t miss the massive artwork overhead. Sample some Dutch cheese inside.
• Cube Houses - You’ve likely noticed the cube houses; now walk beneath them and explore one from the inside to see if they’re comfortable to live in.
• Willemsbrug - Head towards the Maas River near the red bridge, a site of intense fighting in May 1940. Enjoy a clear view of Rotterdam’s skyline and the river’s opposite bank.
• Boompjeskade - Board a private water taxi for a 45-minute tour along the Maas River, taking in the skyline and part of Rotterdam’s port.
• Old Harbour - As you leave the river, enter the Old Harbour area, where Rotterdam’s port began in the 15th century. Today, it’s a lively spot for drinks and viewing restored ships, with Europe’s largest port nearby.
• Witte Huis - Approach the river to see the Witte Huis, the Old Harbour’s most notable building and Europe’s oldest skyscraper from 1898. Learn about its city significance and spot remnants of German bullet holes.
• Rotterdam Blaak - Descend into the UFO-shaped Blaak train station for a direct train to Delft city center, a 17-minute journey.
• Station Delft - Delft Railway Station - From Station Delft, proceed into the city.
• Armamentarium - Stroll along Delft’s oldest canal, passing the former V.O.C. weapons armory in the city’s south. Discover Delft’s role in the Dutch Republic’s golden age and see where Vermeer painted ‘View of Delft.’
• Vrienden van de Synagoge Delft - En route to Beestenmarkt square, pass Delft’s old neo-classicist synagogue along another charming canal.
• Maria van Jessekerk - Visit Delft’s newest city center church, about 150 years old. This Catholic church was only permitted after that time. Notice its two distinct towers.
• Beestenmarkt - Pause for a well-deserved lunch at Beestenmarkt, a former animal trading market now popular with locals.
• Nieuwe Kerk - View the Netherlands’ second-highest church tower, housing the royal family’s grave. This 14th-century church has endured significant damage over the years. Learn more about it and, if desired, climb the 370 steps to the tower.
• Stadhuis van Delft (City Hall Delft) - Pass by Delft’s historic town hall, a key city landmark, as you leave Markt square for the Old Church. Discover its intriguing history from your guide.
• Old Church - After leaving the market square and passing notable sites, visit the old beer brewing quarter and see the Old Church, Delft’s leaning tower. Johannes Vermeer is buried here. Discover why it leans.
• Museum Prinsenhof Delft - Opposite the Old Church is the Prinsenhof, a former monastery pivotal in Dutch history, where the Father of the Fatherland was assassinated in 1584. Learn more about this historic site.
• Gemeenlandshuis van Delfland - Along the Oude Delft canal, see Delft’s oldest house, now with an ornate facade as the Water Board’s home since 1645. Understand its historical and current importance.
• Markt - Return to the central Markt square, where an electric tuk-tuk awaits to take you to the Royal Delft Museum.
• Royal Delft - Koninklijke Porceleyne Fles - Visit the only remaining original Delft Blue pottery factory from 1653. Enjoy an audio tour of the museum and operational factory, then explore their shop and café before a tuk-tuk returns you to Delft (city or station).
• Markt - Back in Delft, the evening is yours to enjoy. Everything is within walking distance if you wish to dine or drink. Assistance with evening plans or returning to Amsterdam is available. Enjoy your time!

• Lunch in Delft (+ 2 drinks of choice)
• Intercity Direct from Amsterdam with personalised tickets and instructions (First class tickets)
• All fees and/or taxes
• Transport to Delft
• Entrance tickets to Cubic House Rotterdam
• Tickets to Royal Delft Museum (and tuktuk rides to and from)
• Speed boat tour of river Maas in Rotterdam

• Umbrella’s (hope you don’t need it!)
• Gratuities (optional)

In this full-day experience, you will visit Rotterdam and Delft, perfect for anyone that wonders what Holland has to offer besides Amsterdam. This tour includes transport, a fast boat ride, lunch on a picturesque square, a visit inside a Cubic House (you won’t find that in Amsterdam!), 2 tuktuk rides, tickets to climb the second-highest church of the country and tickets to the Royal Delft museum.

The fastest (and most comfortable) way to get to Rotterdam is by Intercity Direct train. That is how the Dutch do it and that is how you will do it!

You will meet your guide on Rotterdam Centraal Station and that is where your tour starts. You will see the highlights of modern Rotterdam, our second-biggest city, both from the street and from the water. After this, prepare to see Delft, the true gem of Holland, where the Golden Age is still alive.

This tour ends in Delft, at the end of the afternoon. If you want to, we can help you with dinner there, or with coming back to Amsterdam. Enjoy!

• We can accommodate all dietary wishes

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