AMSTERDAM

Amsterdam – The Venice of the North

Canal Belt (Grachtengordel)

Stroll or cruise through the city’s 17th-century canals — lined with narrow houses, cafés, and bridges lit with fairy lights at night.

Rijksmuseum, Van Gogh Museum & Anne Frank House

Three must-visits. See Rembrandt’s masterpieces, Van Gogh’s sunflowers, and step inside the moving story of Anne Frank’s secret annex.

Jordaan & De 9 Straatjes

Trendy, artistic neighborhoods perfect for boutique shopping, hidden cafés, and charming photo ops.

Tulip Fields & Flower Magic (Seasonal: March–May)

Keukenhof Gardens

Visit one of the world’s largest flower parks in Lisse, with millions of blooming tulips, daffodils, and hyacinths — a springtime dream!

Bollenstreek (Bulb Region)

Rent a bike and cycle past endless fields of color between Haarlem and Leiden.

Dutch Culture, Cheese & Windmills

Zaanse Schans

Just 30 minutes from Amsterdam — this open-air museum features classic windmills, wooden clogs, and cheese-making demonstrations.

Volendam & Marken

Traditional fishing villages with colorful houses, local costumes, and fresh seafood by the harbor.

Gouda & Edam

Famous for their cheese markets and medieval town squares — a must for cheese lovers!

History, Art & Dutch Icons

The Hague (Den Haag)

Visit the seat of the Dutch government, explore the Mauritshuis Museum (home to Vermeer’s Girl with a Pearl Earring), and stroll in royal gardens.

Delft

A charming canal town famous for blue pottery and its connection to painter Johannes Vermeer.

Utrecht

A lively student city with two-level canals, hidden courtyards, and a laid-back vibe. Climb the Dom Tower for epic views.

Countryside & Castles

Giethoorn – The Village Without Roads

Glide through this fairytale village by boat, where homes sit on tiny islands connected by bridges and canals. So peaceful and picturesque!

De Haar Castle

Near Utrecht, this fairy-tale castle is the largest in the Netherlands — full of turrets, gardens, and luxury history.

Kinderdijk

A UNESCO World Heritage Site with 19 iconic windmills — especially beautiful at sunset.