Top South Holland Historical Tours

Did you know the infamous manager of Elvis was born in Breda? That this city actually has something to do with the existence of New York? And have you ever heard of the Trojan trick the ‘Bredanaars’ pulled on the Spanish to win their city back? These are just a few stories about Breda which we will tell you during a seeBreda Highlight Tour. Get on a bike now and learn more about this incredible, historic town in the most local way!

Explore Rotterdam with a twist on a smartphone app-based scavenger hunt tour. With no time limit, clear directions, and fun challenges at major landmarks, this sightseeing activity is a popular choice for visitors traveling in groups or with family.

Discover the different facets of Rotterdam with a customizable itinerary on this half-day private walking tour that ends with a relaxing cruise. With the help of your personalized guide, admire the city’s modern architecture as well as the buildings that survived WWII. Wander around Museumpark, the Rotterdam Centrum and the Old Harbor dating back to the 14th century. Make sure to visit Piet Blom’s Cubic Houses before kicking back on a boat cruise along Rotterdam Harbor.

This 2-hour private walking tour will show you many of the top attractions Rotterdam has to offer! A local guide will take you on a memorable journey through the city center. You will visit the must-see highlights such as the Market Hall, Cube Houses, St Laurens Church and many more! Strolling along the streets of Rotterdam, you will see that this city is a unique place; a fascinating combination of state-of-the-art architecture blended together with the older buildings which survived the Second World War. This tour can be fully customized to your wishes, even after you booked the tour. We can adjust the route and content as you please.

Rotterdam’s port is the largest in Europe, but it can be difficult to get a close look at the busy working harbor in a big tourist group. Discover the harbor’s historic and modern areas on a small-group bike tour, covering ground quickly and easily, and gaining intimate perspective of the port hub, with insights provided by professional guide. Afterward, relax with a boat journey back into the city.

Discover the beautiful, modern architecture of Rotterdam during a 2.5-hour small-group walking tour through the city center. See key architectural landmarks such as the Rotterdam Central Station, the Lijnban, the Markthal, the Erasmus Bridge and much more. Learn more about the history of the buildings from your architect guide and snap photos of your favorite structures to admire later.

I am going to take u back in time, where The Hague was founded. What is the history of the Netherlands, and what role did The Hague have in the history. How did the Dutch royal family came to power and what role do they play in current Holland. These and other stories will be told during the walking tour. The Hague is beautifull and rich in history. A lot of the landmarks are still here. With a guided walking tour u not only know the story behind the buildings but also what the function is today. History of The Hague is Dutch history and I would love to tell u all about it. We walk with small or private groups to have some interaction and flexibilty in the tour. I like to adjust the tour according to the group. I also arrange water and some snacks to have a great morning or afternoon.

See the best of Rotterdam, the Netherlands’ dynamic second city, on this private 2-hour walking tour. With your own personal guide, you’ll get a glimpse into the city’s past, present and future as you explore top sights and architectural highlights such as the Old Harbor, the cutting-edge Rotterdam Market Hall (Markthal) and Rotterdam Central Station. In addition to the services of a private guide, this tour includes admission to the city’s iconic cube houses.

Winter, spring, summer or fall. Delft surprises you all year round! The city walks of Do DELFT are informative, sometimes practical. But always relaxed and welcoming. We stroll through the streets, along the canals and royal squares. Wondering why the tower of the Old Church is so lopsided? Want to know why the Delft pottery is blue? And which royal highnesses are in the Royal vault? The guides of Do DELFT know and ofcourse they will tell you!The guides of Do DELFT know and ofcourse they will tell you! The tour ends after 90 minutes. It will be your best introduction to the city! On request, you can conclude the walk with a visit to the New Church, the main attraction of Delft. Our guide explains in the church and the entrance ticket is included. Extra costs are 7 euros per person.

Interesting and pleasant private city tour along the highlights of Maastricht. The price is per group (family, couple or group, max. 15 pers.). Languages NL / DE / ENG. Start at 11am or 3pm (flexible on request). Along the way we show the beauty of the city, tell something about the history and enjoy the Burgundian atmosphere with the many terraces, cafes, restaurants, monuments, the rivers Maas and Jeker, the churches, town hall, university, old city walls and industrial heritage. . In short, life is good in the southernmost city of the Netherlands with an international appearance due to the many foreign visitors and students and you will experience that during the tour.

May 14, 1940: A devastating watershed in the history of Rotterdam. Within fifteen minutes the city center was bombed to the ground by the Nazis. The Second World War and the much-needed post-war reconstruction period are strongly intertwined into the identity of Rotterdam. Your experienced tour guide will explain why the bombardment took place and show you buildings which survived the bombing. During this tour you will also visit The Destroyed City, the most important war memorial in Rotterdam.

With the Rotterdam Highlights Bike Tour you visit ALL the highlights of Rotterdam. Under the guidance of a passionate guide this bike tour will be memorable activity for all ages. It has the perfect mix: witnessing breathtaking skyline views, hearing funny stories and learn more about Rotterdam as a post-war reconstruction city. We cycle from the Market Hall to the Euromast and Hotel New York. Besides seeing all the top sights, this tour is ideal to orientate yourself in the city. After the Rotterdam Highlights Bike Tour you will definitely know the best places in Rotterdam.

Pleasant and safe tours in languages NL/DE/ENG at 11.00 or 15.00 h. or time-flexible on request ( family, couples or group ( max. 15 pers. ), 1,5 mtr. rule, booking possible up to 3 h. before start). The tour starts at Helpoort, the oldest preserved city gate in the country ( anno 1229 ). We will explore the streets and parks along the old city wall and see parts from the attractive Jeker quarter including a water mill. Partly we walk over the old wall. Then we go to St. Pieters mountain and see the fortress. A nice walk over the mountain brings us to excellent viewpoints : dreamy Jekerdal, the oehoe owl-valley and the spectacular viewing platform limestone quarry/canyon ( also finish Pietertrail ). With a interval at Hoeve Lichtenberg viewpoint and the Slavante terrace & vineyard we walk along the Maria cave and André Rieu castle back to town. The walk is a mix of heritage and nature. You can customize the tour with a walk through the limestone quarry ( extra 50 min. ).

See the Kinderdijk windmills with the benefit of a half-day tour from Amsterdam led by your own private guide. Have time to enjoy the picturesque UNESCO World Heritage site and perhaps take a boat ride on the canals (at additional expense) for another view of the windmills. On the return to Amsterdam, stop at a dairy farm for samples of the fresh milk and cheeses that are part of Holland’s culinary heritage.

Go on a cultural journey through the historic center of Delft with a professional guide and be surprised! With this private tour, you will get a tailor-made tour that suits your interests and interests. This gives you plenty of time to take extensive photos and visit the sights that interest you. Ideal for a first introduction to Delft, but even if you have been to Delft before, there is still plenty to discover!

This 2-hour guided walking tour takes you from the newly built Central Station, past architecturally iconic locations, and buildings such as The Timmerhuis, designed by the world-famous architects of OMA, and the Markthal, Europe's most unique and beautiful covered market. Your guide will expose you to the everyday life and history of the city. Meet your guide at Rotterdam's Central Station and learn about the Town Hall, St. Lawrence Church, and Europe's first high-rise building. Hear about what happened during the World War II bombing and why the wealth of modern architecture is so abundant in Rotterdam. Next, your guide will take you to see the city's modern structures. Admire the impressive new Markthal, the renowned Cube Houses, and the Erasmus Bridge. Keep walking through beautiful shopping streets and experience the modern Rotterdam lifestyle. As you go along, feel free to ask your guide any questions about the city you may have.

Take a private tour of Delft and delve into the city’s royal history with this customizable, half-day walking tour. Famed for its iconic Delftware (or Delft Blue) pottery, its historic Old Town and its connections with the Dutch Royal Family, Delft is one of the Netherlands’ most popular day trip destinations. On this tour, you'll explore the Old Town, where you’ll stumble upon sights like the Prince’s Court and City Hall, and visit the New Church, the final resting place of William the Silent an other notable royals.

Ontdek Dordrecht offers interactive and accesabile tours for tourists, locals, families, colleagues en school groups. With our tours you will experience the history of the oldest city of Holland. The guide is young, knowledgeable en passionated about Dordrecht. You can book a private tour, both in Dutch and English. Please check out our website for all the details. The tours are available from wednesday to sunday.

Discover the historical highlights and cultural delights of The Hague on a private walking tour of the resplendent city. With a knowledgeable guide, visit architectural gems like the Tower of Rutte and Noordeinde Palace, and delve into the city’s rich history with visit’s to the Prison Gate Museum and City Hall. Admire the grandeur of the Parliament buildings around the Binnenhof, the city’s cultural heart and conclude your tour by paying a visit to the Peace Palace visitors center. Relish the flexibility of this private tour while receiving the undivided attention of your guide.

In this one day remembrance tour you get the story of the British 1st Airborne Division in the iconic Battle of Arnhem in September 1944. First we visit the landing zone at Ginkel Heath and the culvert. Then we follow the route of 2nd Para battalion to the John Frost Bridge in Arnhem via Kate ter Horst House, Lonsdale Church, Urquhart House and Elisabeth Gasthuis. We go back to Oosterbeek for Hotel Hartenstein, the White house, Hacket's Hollow and the perimeter. We conclude with a visit to the CWGC Oosterbeek Cemetery to pay our respects. Visit to the Hartenstein Airborne museum is optional and may impact the schedule.

Explore Rotterdam without the stress of planning on this private walking tour that highlights the city’s top landmarks and architectural gems. Going with a guide means you get a rare local perspective at stops along the way, from a bustling indoor market to the Erasmus Bridge. Leave with a feel for the city center’s atmosphere and recommendations for the rest of your stay.

The Gouda Cheese Experience is a brand new day out. Starts from March 21st 2020. This is a full day Private Tour ! Max 4 pax. The price is per vehicle. Child seats available. A nice day out also for kids! Bottled water and syrup waffles available in the car for free! Combined with going off the beaten tracks, you'll see the most amazing typical Dutch countryside that only the locals know. I am a born and raised Amsterdam guide. During this tour we also visit an authentic (non tourist trap) cheesefarm and see (pass by some) non touristy windmills (free entrance/visit inside) on Saturday. The kids (adults too:-) can have a meet and greet with the cows, we can drink a fresh unpasteurized cold milk straight from the cow, see the barn (cow shed inside) and you can taste and buy the best tasting cheese that you've ever had. The cheesefarm we visit is a Dutch cup winner!

Do as the locals do, and hop on a set of wheels for an active bicycle tour around The Hague. This tour will keep you busy and biking for about 3 hours. One of our local guides from The Hague will take you around town for you to see the most beautiful and interesting sights the city has to offer.

Our private tours are enjoyable, but also safe. Group and private tours with Maastricht highlights and Sphinxkwartier / Frontenpark (for family/couples/groups up to 10 pers., 1,5 mtr rule, at 11 a.m. or 3 p.m. - time flexible on request -, booking possible up to 3 hours before the start, language NL / DE / ENG ; even if you book for July / August etc. - refundable - ). Experience Maastricht highlights in combination with industrial heritage. We visit the highlights but also the old industrial Sphinxkwartier incl. (partly) Frontenpark. It is a mix of industrial past (ceramic industry), fortification past (1680 - 1870), pure nature, everything completely renovated. A tour of 2 hours gives a good impression of the Maastricht highlights together with this new dynamic industrial quarter in Maastricht. Special tours for seniors on request. Coffeebreak, lunch, dinner possible, Suitable for families, friends, clubs, associations, disputes, architects etc.