Giethoorn, often called the Dutch Venice, is located 121 kilometers away from Amsterdam. Travelling from Amsterdam to Giethoorn by public transport takes about 2 to 2,5 hours one way. For a hassle-free day trip, we recommend joining a tour to Giethoorn from Amsterdam.
- Tip! During the Keukenhof season you can also join a tour and visit Giethoorn and Keukenhof in one day.
- You can also visit Giethoorn and Zaanse Schans in one day.
- Check all Giethoorn tour options.
The most popular tour from Amsterdam to Giethoorn
The prices for a day trip to Giethoorn from Amsterdam start from € 79 a person.
The tour is operated by Tours & Tickets, Amsterdam’s renowned travel company. The bus departs from the back side of Amsterdam central train station. The tour price is very reasonable, as when you travel by public transport, you will pay € 57 just for the train and bus tickets. The tour price also includes 1 hour traditional boat tour.
Departures times
Giethoorn tours departure times depend on the season. Check the most up-to-date departure times and tickets availability:
The Tours & Tickets tour to Giethoorn includes:
- Transportation by comfortable coach bus.
- Live guide.
- Boat tour in Giethoorn (please note: weather conditions can have influence on the boat trip).
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Small group tours to Giethoorn
You can also choose a small group tour (maximum 8 persons) to Giethoorn with a hotel pick-up in Amsterdam. The price starts from € 179 per person. Prior booking is required.
Things to do in Giethoorn
- rent a small electric boat (from € 20/hour) and sail in Giethoorn yourself. Make a boat reservation at the official Visit-Giethoorn.com website.
- enjoy your lunch on Grand Cafe Fanfare open terrace. The place is named after the famous comedy Fanfare, filmed in Giethoorn by the Dutch film maker Bert Haanstra in 1958. This movie has actually made Giethoorn so famous!
- rent a bike and explore the outside of village and its corners off the beaten track.
Enjoy your visit to Giethoorn!
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