--- title: "Amsterdam: Giethoorn Fairytale Village Tour & Local Canal Cruise" lang: en type: tour city: Amsterdam country: Netherlands price: 57 currency: EUR price_unit: per_person availability: bookable rating: 4.61 reviews: 31 duration_minutes: 480 languages: [de, cmn, en, it, fr, nl, es] free_cancellation: "true" rank_in_category: 12 of 16 (Giethoorn Day Trips) schedule_checked: 2026-10-22 data_updated: 2026-10-22 canonical: https://guidekin.com/netherlands/amsterdam/tours/amsterdam-giethoorn-fairytale-village-tour-local-canal-cruise/ --- # Amsterdam: Giethoorn Fairytale Village Tour & Local Canal Cruise In our comparison: #12 of 16 in Giethoorn Day Trips, by rating weighted by review volume (table below). ## Overview Discover Giethoorn, the fairytale village where canals replace roads and boats are the preferred way to travel. Known worldwide as the Venice of the Netherlands, Giethoorn is one of the most unique places in Europe. Cross charming bridges, admire traditional thatched-roof farmhouses, and experience the peaceful atmosphere that has made this village famous around the world. With more than 180 picturesque bridges and beautiful waterways, every corner feels like a postcard. Enjoy an included 1-hour canal cruise with a local skipper and discover Giethoorn from the water, just as locals have done for generations. After the cruise, explore at your own pace, taste the best cheese, relax by the canals, browse local shops, or enjoy lunch by the water. Includes luxury coach transportation from Amsterdam, Dutch cheese tasting, and free time in the village. Official Giethoorn Partner • Best Giethoorn Tour 2024 & 2025 There are many beautiful villages in Europe, but only one Giethoorn. ## Before you book - Meeting point: Our Hop on Hop off Holland tour to… - Starts 10:00, 11:00: 2 departures a day - Food included: see what is included - Strollers OK: infants accepted **Pickup:** No hotel pickup: everyone meets at the start point ## Key facts - Price: from €57 per person - Duration: 8h - Rating: 4.61/5 from 31 reviews (collected from Guidekin & Viator & Tripadvisor) - Free cancellation (see policy below) - Operator: Hop on Hop off Holland - Group: Shared tour - Guide languages: English, Dutch - Start times: 10:00, 11:00 - Booking: Instant confirmation, mobile ticket - Price checked on Viator: 2026-10-22 ## Reviews 4.61 from 31 ratings on Guidekin, Viator & Tripadvisor. 90% of ratings with a star breakdown are 4 or 5 stars: 28 of 31. - 5 stars: 22 (71%) - 4 stars: 6 (19%) - 3 stars: 3 (10%) - 2 stars: 0 (0%) - 1 star: 0 (0%) ## What's included - Visit the Venice of the Netherlands on a premium day tour - Enjoy a scenic 1-hour canal cruise with local skippers - Depart from This Is Holland with free restrooms, a coffee bar, and a luxurious waiting area. - Cruise beneath 180 charming bridges in fairytale Giethoorn - Travel comfortably by luxury coach from Amsterdam with great drivers - Taste the best cheese and enjoy free time to explore Giethoorn at your own pace - Discover hidden canals and peaceful village pathways - 10% Lunch discount at local family restaurant De Rietstulp ## Not included - Lunch is not included. We’ve plenty of dining options during the tour. We recommend De Rietstulp restaurant near our boat tour, run by locals and offering excellent international and Dutch cuisine. - No hotel pick-up. The tour departs from This is Holland - Overhoeksplein 51. ## Itinerary 1. **Amsterdam** (1h 30m) - Tour from Amsterdam to Giethoorn by luxury coach 2. **Flevoland Province** (1h) - Flevolabd is a province of the central Netherlands, created in 1986 on land reclaimed from the IJsselmeer ; entirely below sea level. 3. **Giethoorn** (3h) - is a cute Dutch village in the Netherlands. There are no roads in the village center. So, instead of using cars and roads, the locals and tourists of Giethoorn village use mostly waterways to transport themselves in Giethoorn village. Therefore, a comparison with the Italian... 4. **60 minutes boat tour through the canals of Giethoorn by an authentic Giethoor...** (1h; admission included) - 60 minutes boat tour through the canals of Giethoorn by an authentic Giethoorn boat with live commentary. 5. **Amsterdam** (1h 30m) - Tour Giethoorn to Amsterdam ## Schedule - Runs: daily - Departures: 10:00, 11:00 - Schedule last checked: 2026-10-22 - These are published departures, not a live seat count; availability is confirmed at checkout. ## Cancellation For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time. ## Meeting point Our Hop on Hop off Holland tour to Giethoorn departs from This is Holland, Overhoeksplein in Amsterdam. Take the free ferry from platform F3 behind Central Station ("Buiksloteweg”). It is only a 3-minute ferry ride. When you get off the ferry, turn left. After 250 you can find This is Holland. Ends: back at the meeting point ## Good to know - Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller - Service animals allowed - Public transportation options are available nearby - Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap - Suitable for all physical fitness levels ## Compared with other Giethoorn Day Trips | Tour | Price | Duration | Rating | Group | |---|---|---|---|---| | **This tour · #12 of 16** | €57 | 8h | 4.61 (31) | shared | | [Giethoorn Small-Group Tour from Amsterdam (Max. 8 People)](/netherlands/amsterdam/tours/giethoorn-small-group-tour-from-amsterdam-max-8-people/?format=md) | €116 | 8h | 4.96 (368) | shared | | [Giethoorn, Afsluitdijk, Zaanse Schans Day Tour Incl Hotel Pick Up](/netherlands/amsterdam/tours/giethoorn-afsluitdijk-zaanse-schans-day-tour-incl-hotel-pick-up/?format=md) | €116 | 10h | 4.88 (1998) | shared | | [Zaanse Schans, Lego Village, Giethoorn Day Tour Incl. Boat Cruise](/netherlands/amsterdam/tours/zaanse-schans-lego-village-giethoorn-day-tour-incl-boat-cruise/?format=md) | €116 | 10h | 4.93 (200) | shared | Ranked #12 of 16 in Giethoorn Day Trips by Guidekin score (rating weighted by review volume). Prices here run from €57 to €319, median €119; typical length 9h 15m. 1 of 16 are private. Figures are live from the tour cards; the rubric is our handpicked set, not the whole market. Full list: https://guidekin.com/netherlands/amsterdam/giethoorn-tours/?format=md ## More in Amsterdam - All Amsterdam tours: https://guidekin.com/netherlands/amsterdam/?format=md - This page as HTML: https://guidekin.com/netherlands/amsterdam/tours/amsterdam-giethoorn-fairytale-village-tour-local-canal-cruise/ Filters, the full catalogue and the URL contract for this city: https://guidekin.com/netherlands/amsterdam/?format=md