The Netherlands
The Netherlands has so many worthwhile places and attractions to visit, a comprehensive and well-constructed itinerary can easily be created. Alternatively, see the area from a different perspective and discover the history and impact of World War II on The Netherlands.
PLACES TO VISIT
Alkmaar
Historic old town with traditional Cheese Market held every Friday morning (April to Sept) where the porters wear historical costumes.
Airborne Hartenstein Arnhem
Experience the Battle of Arnhem in this modern and very appealing museum. The Airborne Experience allows you to follow in the footsteps of British parachutists as they make their way to Arnhem in September 1944.
Camp Vught National Memorial
The Camp Vught National Memorial (Nationaal Monument Kamp Vught ) is located on part of the former SS camp Konzentrationslager Herzogenbusch, also known as Camp Vught.
The combined memorial centre and museum features various exhibitions, a memorial room and wall of reflection.
Westerbork Concentration Camp
The former World War II Nazi refugee, detention and transit camp is located just north of Westerbork, in north-eastern Netherlands.
The camp was originally built in 1939 by the Dutch Government to house refugees before the Nazis took over and turned it into a deportation camp for Jewish refugees.
Corpus
The world’s most unique and interactive attraction, with an ingenious sensory experience. Embark on a journey through the human body in an original and informative way.
Spido Cruise, Rotterdam
Take a 75 minute cruise around the busy international harbour and port to see the city from the vantage of a glass-roofed boat.
Kinderdijk
A well-preserved and fascinating gang of 19 windmills from the 18th century, built to drain the Alblasserwaard polders.
Delft
A beautiful medieval town famous for the manufacture of Delft Blue Pottery, a craft that is still practised today.
Euromast
From the top of the 185 metre high Euromast, enjoy a spectacular panoramic view of the city of Rotterdam, its port and surroundings.
Aalsmeer
The world’s largest flower auction (Monday to Friday mornings only), distributing 14 million flowers worldwide every day.
Vlissingen (Flushing)
Visit the Bunkerbehoud near Middelburg, a series of underground bunkers from the Second World War and accompanying museum.
Camp Amersfoort
Visit the site of the Nazi transfer camp used throughout the occupation to see the remaining ruins as well as the memorial and museum.
Madurodam
A Dutch city built to 1/25 of its actual scale. See a variety of buildings, including the Dutch Parliament (the Binnenhof) and Schiphol Airport.
Clara Maria Cheese Farm & Clog Factory
Corrie ten Boom Museum
The home of Corrie ten Boom is now a museum, perfectly situated in the centre of Haarlem. Much of the house has been refurbished to appear as it did in the 1940’s.
Visitors can see the actual “hiding place”– a small area behind a false wall in Corrie's bedroom.
Anne Frank Museum, Amsterdam
Visit the site of Anne Frank’s house and learn about the persecution she, her family and friends endured during the war, told through her famous diary.
Efteling
One of Europe’s most visited amusement parks suitable for all ages, and where a world full of miracles becomes reality.
Itinerary Examplea
4-Day Cultural Discovery: Amsterdam, Historic Towns & Modern Cities
Designed for your organisation groups seeking rich cultural immersion, language practice, and dynamic regional exploration. This tour balances historic Golden Age canals and traditional Dutch heritage with modern architecture and coastal towns.
Day 1: Journey Across the Channel to The Netherlands (Cultural Immersion)
Day 1
Morning: Depart your pickup location by executive coach for a morning ferry or Eurotunnel crossing to Calais or Dunkirk.
Afternoon: Drive through France and Belgium into The Netherlands, taking in changing coastal and polder landscapes along the way.
Evening: Arrive at your accommodation centre in time to check in, unpack, and enjoy a warm group dinner together.
Day 2: Historic Alkmaar, Canals & Capital Culture in Amsterdam (Arts & Dutch Heritage)
Day 2
Morning: Head to the historic cheese trading town of Alkmaar to explore traditional windmills, cobbled streets, and historic canal bridges.
Afternoon: Travel into central Amsterdam. Take a scenic canal boat tour to study 17th century architecture or visit world class cultural sites like the Rijksmuseum or Van Gogh Museum.
Evening: Group dinner in central Amsterdam or back at your accommodation, followed by a relaxing evening debrief session.
Day 3: Modern Rotterdam Architecture or Theme Park Adventure (Design & Team Building)
Day 3
Morning & Afternoon: Choose between an architecture and maritime exploration of Rotterdam (featuring the iconic Cube Houses and Markthal) or a full day of excitement and team building at Efteling Theme Park or Walibi Holland.
Evening: Return to your accommodation centre for a hot group meal and evening recreational activities or dine out in lofcal restaurant.
Day 4: Homeward Journey & Channel Crossing (Return to your organisation)
Day 4
Morning: Check out after breakfast with packed lunches and pack the coach.
Afternoon/Evening: Travel back through Belgium to Calais or Dunkirk for your return channel crossing, arriving home with wonderful cultural insights.
Optional En Route Visits & Extensions
Zaanse Schans: Step back into the 18th century with working windmills, clog workshops, and traditional wooden houses.
Keukenhof Gardens (Spring Seasonal): Explore millions of blooming tulips and world famous floral displays.
Madurodam (The Hague): Discover miniature scale replicas of famous Dutch landmarks, ports, and infrastructure.
4-Day World War II & Holocaust Study:
Occupation, Resistance & Liberation
A deeply educational and respectful itinerary designed for History and Humanities travellers. This tour examines life under Nazi occupation in The Netherlands, focusing on human stories of resistance, persecution, and liberation.
Day 1: Journey to The Netherlands & WWII Context (20th Century History)
Day 1
Morning: Depart your pickup location by executive coach for your crossing to Calais or Dunkirk, traveling through Western Europe to your Dutch accommodation.
Afternoon: Arrive in The Netherlands with time for an initial orientation talk or local research task setting the historical context of the 1940 German invasion.
Evening: Check into your accommodation centre for a group dinner (or dine out in local restaurant) and briefing on the days ahead.
Day 2: Transit Camps, Persecution & Remembrance (Holocaust & Local Resistance)
Day 2
Morning: Visit Camp Vught (Kamp Vught) or Camp Westerbork National Memorial, former SS transit camps, to learn about deportation, resistance movements, and the human impact of the Holocaust in Holland.
Afternoon: Study preserved barracks, memorial grounds, and educational exhibits with specialized workshops for your organisation groups.
Evening: Return to your accommodation for a quiet group meal and time for structured reflection and discussion.
Day 3: Wartime Amsterdam, Occupation & Anne Frank (Human Rights & Urban History)
Day 3
Morning: Travel into Amsterdam for a historic walking tour exploring life under occupation, focusing on Jewish heritage, the 1941 February Strike, and secret hiding locations across the city.
Afternoon: Visit the Resistance Museum (Verzetsmuseum) or Anne Frank House to engage directly with diary entries, personal artifacts, and underground press stories.
Evening: Group meal followed by a quiet evening walk along Amsterdam's historic canal belt before returning to your accommodation.
Day 4: Airborne History & Homeward Journey (Operation Market Garden & Return)
Day 4
Morning: Check out after breakfast. Option to stop near Arnhem to visit Airborne Museum Hartenstein or the Arnhem Oosterbeek War Cemetery to study Operation Market Garden.
Afternoon/Evening: Drive to Calais or Dunkirk for your return channel crossing, returning to your organisation with profound historical reflection.
Optional En Route Visits & Extensions
Overloon War Museum: Explore one of Europe's largest collections of WWII military vehicles, aircraft, and battlefield equipment.
Hollandsche Schouwburg (Amsterdam): Visit the memorial site dedicated to the tens of thousands of Jewish citizens deported from Amsterdam.
Corrie ten Boom House (Haarlem): Discover the story of a Christian family who hid Jewish refugees and resistance workers in their home.
Note on En Route Timings: Available visit time on Day 1 and Day 4 depends on your your organisation's departure location and travel distance to cross channel ports.
PLACE TO STAY
Stayokay Hostels
Historic old town with traditional Cheese Market held every Friday morning (April to Sept) where the porters wear historical costumes.
Hotel Aan Zee
Historic old town with traditional Cheese Market held every Friday morning (April to Sept) where the porters wear historical costumes.