Ultimate Combo: Fully-Guided Rijksmuseum, Van Gogh Museum, Canal Boat Cruise

Summary Description

Check Amsterdam's top three attractions off your bucket list on an all-encompassing full-day guided tour with all the logistics handled.

Highlights
  • Uncover the captivating story behind Van Gogh's art and gain a deeper understanding of the man himself as you explore his life and works with our knowledgeable local guide.
  • Get your hands on the popular entry tickets to Rijksmuseum before they're gone and get ready to be blown away by priceless Dutch masterpieces.
  • Immerse yourself in the brilliance of Rembrandt's renowned masterpiece, The Night Watch.
  • Cruise through Amsterdam's picturesque canals on a boat after exploring the museums, enjoying a unique and enchanting perspective of the city.
  • Let us take care of the logistics so you can make the most of your time in Amsterdam, ensuring you see the best of everything and create unforgettable memories.
Description

Embark on a captivating full-day journey through Amsterdam's cultural and artistic heritage as we unveil the very best of this vibrant city in just one day. Delve into the iconic museums with pre-booked tickets at highly sought-after time slots. Admire Rembrandt's legendary Night Watch painting and immerse yourself in the charm of Amsterdam's historic center from the enchanting canals. Sit back and let us handle all the logistics, ensuring you check off these three essential Amsterdam experiences from your bucket list.

Begin your adventure at the Van Gogh Museum. As the largest museum dedicated to a single artist in the world, it celebrates the often-overlooked genius of Vincent Van Gogh, whose works have now attained immense fame and cultural significance. Brace yourself for an immersive journey into his world, guided by an art expert who will unravel fascinating insights into his life and artistic brilliance. 

 After a lunch break, it's time to venture to Amsterdam's other unmissable museum: the Rijksmuseum, where you'll delve into world-renowned artworks from Amsterdam's golden age of creativity. From Rembrandt to Vermeer, you'll get an a look at the masterpieces that made Amsterdam a global art hub, including the awe-inspiring Night Watch painting, the museum's prized gem. The Rijksmuseum is an absolute must-visit, a top attraction that should never be left off your Amsterdam itinerary.

Having fully explored the Rijksmuseum and Van Gogh Museum with expert guidance, it's time to discover Amsterdam from the most enchanting perspective possible: its picturesque waterways. Step aboard a canal boat and embark on a voyage through Amsterdam's charming canals. Witness the city from an entirely fresh angle, with cyclists whizzing by and beautiful architecture gracing the canal banks.

As the day comes to an end, you'll have embarked on a journey through Amsterdam's most popular sights and attractions. Immerse yourself in the city's rich history, embrace its vibrant art legacy, and proudly cross off these three major highlights from your Amsterdam bucket list!

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Guide : English

Important Information
Know Before You Book
  • Our group tour utilizes multiple areas that are not wheelchair/stroller accessible. Those with wheelchairs/strollers should contact us so we can arrange your visit.
  • Areas visited during this tour are subject to closure. Your guide may need to modify the itinerary on the day of the tour.
  • Galleries and artwork visited during the the museum portion tour are subject to closure and absences without prior notice. Your guide may need to modify to account for these events on the day of the tour.
  • Please note that the entrance ticket for the Rijksmuseum does NOT include entrance to any temporary exhibitions, including the 2023 Vermeer exhibition, and therefore the tour does not visit any temporary exhibitions.'
Know Before You Go
  • Please note that the tour meeting time is 15 minutes prior to the start time. The group must enter the museum at the stated time and will be unable to wait for late-comers. No refunds or re-bookings can be provided for late arrivals or no shows after tour commencement or departure.
  • This tour is in English.
  • This is a walking tour. Guests should be able to walk at a moderate pace without difficulty.
  • Only handbags the size of an A4 piece of paper or smaller are allowed in the museum. Larger bags can be stored in the cloakroom, however they are unable to store suitcases, large pieces of luggage etc.If you have bags or luggage with you too large to store, you may be refused entry into the museum.
  • Tips/gratuities (for your guide) are always appreciated.
  • Please note that the entrance ticket for the Rijksmuseum does NOT include entrance to any temporary exhibitions, including the 2023 Vermeer exhibition, and therefore the tour does not visit any temporary exhibitions.
  • Areas visited during this tour are subject to closure. Your guide may need to modify the itinerary on the day of the tour.
Cancellation

Cancellation Cutoff: 24 hours

Cancellation Notes: Cancellations received greater than 24 hours prior to tour commencement are fully refundable. Cancellations received within 24 hours of tour commencement are nonrefundable. Amendment requests are subject to availability and price changes. Late arrivals and no shows are nonrefundable. This is applicable to any tour participant that fails to arrive, or arrives after tour departure.

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Before you travel, please read the "Know Before You Go" section for essential information, requirements, and possible disruptions regarding your tour.

About operator:

Walks (takewalks.com, walksofitaly.com) began over a decade ago (2008, to be exact) in Rome, Italy. We quickly became the premier walking tour company in 7 countries - Italy, Spain, France, the UK, Greece, and Portugal. Our US cities include San Francisco, NYC, Boston, Chicago, and New Orleans.

In 2021, we joined The Hornblower Group (cityexperiences.com) expanding our reach and working alongside this powerhouse travel brand.

Our tour products vary but predominantly we #takewalks, exploring the world by foot - we believe, the best way to get into the heart of a city and its incredible people. From introductory strolls to food tours, day trips, cooking classes, and below the surface, in-depth tours, we have our hand in everything a traveler could want. Oh, and we also like to give our clients exclusive access to the biggest attractions in the world...

Despite the big changes in our brand over the years, our focus has remained simple - to relentlessly create tours with the client experience at the forefront and anchored upon the dedicated, intelligent, and above all, passionate local guides who want to share their cities with you.

Basic Information
  • Duration: 7 hours
  • Trip difficulty: Easy
  • Max Group Size: 15
  • Category: Tours & Sightseeing
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