--- title: "Amsterdam Treasure Mystery: The Sailor's Lost Diamonds" lang: en type: tour city: Amsterdam country: Netherlands price: 6 currency: EUR price_unit: per_person availability: bookable rating: 4.78 reviews: 41 duration_minutes: 90 duration_max_minutes: 120 languages: [de, en, fr, nl, es] free_cancellation: "true" rank_in_category: 24 of 33 (Walking Tours) schedule_checked: 2026-10-22 data_updated: 2026-10-22 canonical: https://guidekin.com/netherlands/amsterdam/tours/amsterdam-treasure-mystery-the-sailor-s-lost-diamonds/ --- # Amsterdam Treasure Mystery: The Sailor's Lost Diamonds In our comparison: #24 of 33 in Walking Tours, by rating weighted by review volume (table below). ## Overview Your father vanished at sea a decade ago, leaving only a cryptic letter inside an old book. Now you've returned to Amsterdam, searching for three legendary diamonds and a woman known only as Lady H. Follow clues through 9 historic locations, from the Weeping Tower where sailors' wives said farewell, to Rembrandt's house, the Dutch East India Company headquarters, and into the Red Light District. Decode ciphers, track down captains, and piece together what really happened. Download the Questo app, activate your quest with the booking code, and start playing when you reach Amsterdam Central Station. No guide, no schedule, explore at your own pace. You'll discover stories most visitors miss: how Henry Hudson sailed from here to discover New York, why locals call the Montelbaanstoren "Mad Jaap," and a secret church hidden inside an attic. Perfect for couples, friends, or families. About 55 minutes, 9 stops through Amsterdam's historic center. **Pickup:** No hotel pickup: everyone meets at the start point ## Key facts - Price: from €6 per person - Duration: 1h 30m–2h - Rating: 4.78/5 from 41 reviews (collected from Guidekin & Viator & Tripadvisor) - Free cancellation (see policy below) - Operator: Questo - Minimum booking: 2 travellers at this price - Group: Private tour, your party only - Booking: Instant confirmation, mobile ticket - Price checked on Viator: 2026-10-22 ## Reviews 4.78 from 41 ratings on Guidekin, Viator & Tripadvisor. 98% of ratings with a star breakdown are 4 or 5 stars: 40 of 41. - 5 stars: 35 (85%) - 4 stars: 5 (12%) - 3 stars: 0 (0%) - 2 stars: 0 (0%) - 1 star: 1 (2%) ## What's included - Share one device with up to 3 people, or get separate access per team to compete - Freedom to pause anytime, grab a coffee, take photos, explore - An immersive mystery storyline set across Amsterdam's most iconic locations - Full access to the Sailor's Treasure mystery on the Questo app - Clues and a map in the app to guide you between locations - 9 puzzle challenges guiding you through Amsterdam's hidden history ## Not included - Live tour guide (this is a self-guided app experience) ## Itinerary 1. **Centraal Station** (10m) - If you're taking either the public train or the tram lines throughout this stunning city, chances are pretty good that you'll pass through here. Being located in the heart of town, Amsterdam Centraal Station is a neo-Renaissance rail station that was designed by P.J.H.... 2. **Old Center** (10m) - You will get to this place by following a clue and solving a puzzle. Once there, you will get indications on how to continue your search for the treasure, while also learning about the place you've discovered. 3. **Weeping Tower** (10m) - Welcome to The Schreierstoren or The Weeping Tower! Don’t worry, you have nothing to cry about! Initially built as a defense tower in the 15th century, this place reminiscent of the medieval city of Amsterdam discloses some of the most fascinating stories. Its name comes from... 4. **Montelbaanstoren** (10m) - It’s the year 1517 and Amsterdam is being under siege! Soldiers are coming your way and you need to find shelter as soon as possible so you can save your life. Where should you go? That’s right, the Montelbaanstoren is the place for you: a historic tower on Amsterdam’s Oude... 5. **Red Light District** (30m) - Now, you reached the most iconic place in the world where you can drive or walk on the red light! And I am not referring to the traffic lights, but to the best known red-light district from Amsterdam: De Wallen. Probably, you have heard about this neighbourhood before and to... 6. **Nieuwmarkt** (10m) - is just around the corner! Located right in the center of Amsterdam, this square houses lots of cafes and restaurants, where you can feel like a local, this being a centre for commerce and socialising in Amsterdam since the 17th century. During WW2 the square was used by the... 7. **Oude Kerk** (10m) - You are probably thinking right now how come in the middle of the Red-light District you can find a majestic church, namely the Oude Kerk or the Old Church. Whether it is for confessions or not, we can’t ignore its big and monumental architecture. The Oude Kerk is the oldest... 8. **Ons' Lieve Heer op Solder** (10m) - By now, we have learnt that Amsterdam is the city that likes to stand out from the crowd by being surprisingly nonconformist. If you thought you have seen it all, then get ready because the final destination is not one to miss. The Museum Ons'Lieve Heer Op Solder, which... ## Schedule - Runs: daily - 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 The game starts at Pancakes Amsterdam. After booking, we'll message you a code and activation link. Activate with your own email, then log in to the Questo app with that email. No message? Open the Questo app, tap "Bought a quest somewhere else?" and enter your booking reference number. ## Good to know - Service animals allowed - Public transportation options are available nearby - Suitable for all physical fitness levels ## Compared with other Walking Tours | Tour | Price | Duration | Rating | Group | |---|---|---|---|---| | **This tour · #24 of 33** | €6 | 1h 30m–2h | 4.78 (41) | private | | [Small Group Walking Tour in Amsterdam with Friendly and Fun Guide](/netherlands/amsterdam/tours/small-group-walking-tour-in-amsterdam-with-friendly-and-fun-guide/?format=md) | €34 | 3h | 4.99 (355) | shared | | [Humans of Amsterdam - Unique Cultural Walking Tour](/netherlands/amsterdam/tours/humans-of-amsterdam-unique-cultural-walking-tour/?format=md) | €119 | 4h | 4.98 (348) | shared | | [Hello Amsterdam: Small-Group Introduction Walking Tour](/netherlands/amsterdam/tours/hello-amsterdam-small-group-introduction-walking-tour/?format=md) | €29 | 2h | 4.95 (770) | shared | Ranked #24 of 33 in Walking Tours by Guidekin score (rating weighted by review volume). 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