Private Sightseeing Tour to Giethoorn from Amsterdam
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Private Sightseeing Tour to Giethoorn from Amsterdam

6 h
Private
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About this activity
You will make a lovely Canal Cruise to discover the beautiful village Giethoorn, the Dutch Venetië. 

The elongated village Giethoorn is located in one of the largest areas of the Nature Association for, NP “De Wieden “. Along with the “Weerribben” it constitutes the largest continuous fenland NP areas in northern Europe.

Way back in time peat diggers took peat from the soil, leaving it to dry and later cut peat. In two large floods (1776 and 1825) this vulnerable drying banks were washed away and lakes arose around Giethoorn.

To transport the peat they dug ditches and canals that resulted in the typical village structure of Giethoorn. The traditional transportation for Giethoorn is the handmade wooden ”Gieterse Punter”. (A small sailing barge) Today there is also the ‘whisper’ boat. An easy to use, environment-friendly, noiseless electric version.

Furthermore Giethoorn is an excellent starting point for canoe trips through the area. Another possibility to appreciate Giethoorn from the water; a trip by (covered) boat. The village offers a number of special museums. And for a varying range of art, you are welcome in the various Giethoorn (art) galleries and see craftsmen at work.
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Included
  • Canal Cruise
  • All taxes, fees and handling charges
  • Bottled water
  • Professional driver
  • Hotel pickup and drop-off
  • Transport by air-conditioned Mercedes sedan/minivan
  • Transport by private vehicle
  • Wifi
Not included
  • Gratuities
  • Guide
Additional
  • Confirmation will be received at time of booking
  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Customer can choose the time of start of the tour
  • Please provide us your departure up time and pick up address
  • Each traveler is allowed a maximum of 1 suitcase and 1 carry-on bag. Oversized or excessive luggage (e.g. surfboards, golf clubs or bikes) may have certain restrictions, please inquire with the operator prior to travel to confirm if your excess luggage is acceptable
  • This is a private tour/activity. Only your group will participate
Features
Tourism
95%
Cultural
75%
Reviews
5.0
1
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alqaabi
5 | 2019-07-25

I really recommend not wasting time on the food ,first the boat ride then go walk around the area is so beautiful I want driver Robert was very helpful professional and very sweet, the car ride was a bit long we took some fresh fruit with us and there was free water, the car was clean, luxurious and spacious

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