NETHERLANDS Destination Guide and Tours
There’s more to the Netherlands than picturesque windmills, multi-coloured tulips, and its world-famous bicycle culture. It is an essential stop for art and architecture enthusiasts alike, and its cultural capital, Amsterdam, is a vibrant and cosmopolitan city with history and creativity at every turn.
In Amsterdam cruise in a glass-topped boat through the old waterways, where wealthy merchants built mansions during the Golden Age of the 17th century. Witness the impressive market hall and Erasmus Bridge on your orientation of modern Rotterdam. See the Binnenhof courtyards and the Peace Palace in The Hague and visit one of the manufacturers of original Delft blue pottery.
With Insight Vacations gain access to exclusive experiences: • Explore the Rijksmuseum with a local art historian in Amsterdam • Journey through the polder landscape to visit Volendam.
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Discovery Journey
Regional Journey
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Country Roads of Belgium, Luxembourg & the Netherlands
Step back in time and immerse yourself in idyllic 17th century Dutch landscapes of gently turning windmills and charming bridges, arching over peaceful canals. Enjoy a slower pace of life with all the comforts of modern touches.
European Flair
Send your spirits soaring on this fairy-tale journey from Amsterdam’s canals through to Salzburg’s ‘Sound of Music’ hills and Italy’s most revered cities. Meet a castle owner on the romantic Rhine, a gondolier in whimsical Venice, and an Italian chef in hilltop Orvieto. This trip is a symphony of the ages, where history comes alive as you hear from passionate locals about life in some of Europe’s most beautiful cities.
European Discovery
Discover the incredible diversity of Europe's finest destinations on this beautifully-curated journey of discovery. From the romantic spires of Prague to Cinque Terre's teetering ocean-side towns and the soaring peaks of Switzerland, this is a well-paced journey offering the ideal mix of sightseeing and time to relax. Â
Romantic European
Highlights of Europe
European Rhapsody
Travel Tips
When to go: Explore the Netherlands between June and September for the highest temperatures. May and August provide the lowest rainfall for those keen to spend more time outdoors.
SPRING
MAR - MAY
10 °C
Avg Temp.
SUMMER
JUN - AUG
15 °C
Avg Temp.
AUTUMN
SEP - NOV
10 °C
Avg Temp.
WINTER
DEC - FEB
5 °C
Avg Temp.
Time Difference
London GMT +1
Currency
Euro (EUR, €)
Language
Dutch, Papiamento, Yiddish, English, FrisianÂ
Population
17.08 million
Capital City
Amsterdam
Electricity
European Standard of 230V, with a frequency of 50Hz.
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