The 8 Best Amsterdam Day Trips

1.Bruges Day Trip in English with Boat Option

★★★★★★★★★★4.4 · 1,989 reviews · 12 hours · from $61Our pick

Travel from Amsterdam to Bruges by air-conditioned coach with an English-speaking guide. See Minnewater, Begijnhof, Burg Square, the Church of Our Lady, and Grote Markt, then enjoy three hours free for chocolate, lace, lunch, or an optional canal boat.

“I had a great day in Bruges! Our tour guide, Peter, was great and very knowledgeable about the city and its history. After the tour, he recommended me a place to get vegetarian fries since most places in Belgium use animal oil. The bus transport there and back is also very nice. Overall great trip!”

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2.Bruges Day Trip in Spanish with Boat Option

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 1,866 reviews · 12 hours · from $61

Spend 12 hours traveling from Amsterdam to Bruges with a Spanish-speaking guide. Walk from the Lake of Love and Begijnhof to Burg Square and the Grote Markt, then enjoy three hours for Belgian food, beer, chocolate, lace, and possibly a canal boat if you select that option.

“The tour guide was awesome! She’s so sweet, patient and was able to explain everything very well and clearly! The driver was excellent as well! Thank you so much for making this an amazing trip to Bruges. Guide: Blanca Driver: Adrian”

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3.Amsterdam Day Trip from Brussels With Cheese, Clogs and Windmills

★★★★★★★★★★3.5 · 521 reviews · 12 hours (approx.) · from $75

Travel from Brussels to Amsterdam by air-conditioned coach, stopping at Rembrandt Hoeve for cheese tasting, clog making, tulips, and a windmill. In Amsterdam, use your guide’s map for free time around Dam Square, the canals, Royal Palace, and Red Light District. An optional canal cruise costs extra.

“Johan is an excellent and professional guide! He explains everything with details. Highly recommend this Tour”

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4.Bruges Full-Day Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.3 · 519 reviews · from $90

Travel from Amsterdam to Bruges by air-conditioned coach with an English or Spanish-speaking guide. See Burg Square, Sint Salvator’s Cathedral, Church of Our Lady, and the canals, then enjoy free time for chocolate, lunch, shopping, and perhaps a boat ride.

“Great! The guide was super informative as well as super fun, and e had plenty of time to explore Bruges!”

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5.Cheese, Clogs & Windmills Amsterdam Day Trip

★★★★★★★★★★4.3 · 365 reviews · 12 hours · from $71

Spend 12 hours traveling from Brussels to Amsterdam through North Holland’s polder country. Meet a Dutch cheesemaker, watch clog making, stop at a windmill, then explore Amsterdam independently with guide Bruno or another multilingual guide. A canal cruise costs extra.

“Awesome Day!!!! Thankyou!!! Rent a Bicycle at the Amsterdam Central Statiion for your 4hour free time❤️”

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6.Day Trip to Bruges in Spanish or English

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 357 reviews · 12 hours · from $55Best value

Travel from Amsterdam to Bruges by coach with an English or Spanish guide. Walk from the Lake of Love to Markt Square, the Belfort, Brug Square, Town Hall, and the Church of Our Lady, then enjoy about three hours to eat, shop, or explore independently.

“Claudia and Mark were excellent guides! They were enthusiastic and knowledgeable. They both added to our day trip to beautiful Bruges. the bus was very comfortable and clean. everything was efficient and informative.”

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7.Day Trip to the Charming Brussels and Bruges

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 264 reviews · from $170

Travel by climate-controlled coach from Amsterdam to Brussels and Bruges with an English- or Spanish-speaking guide. Guides such as Adrian, Jorge, and Tony have led this route, which mixes walking tours, free time, Belgian food stops, and scenic countryside views.

“Jorge was the best guide I would give him 10stars. He was very caring and saw about all customers very well.”

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8.Amsterdam Day Trip from Brussels

★★★★★★★★★★4.0 · 106 reviews · 12 hours (approx.) · from $82

Travel from Brussels to Amsterdam by air-conditioned bus, then see the Jordaan, Nine Streets, and Central Station area from a guided canal boat. You get about four hours to explore independently. English and Spanish guides, including Antonio, Oscar, Jules, and Pablo, lead the experience.

“Our tour guide Antonio was excellent, informative and humorous.. When my wife & I asked for recommendations in Amsterdam, he provided us with excellent options.”

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