Private tour in Amsterdam Jan S

Amsterdam Bike tour: Extended Version

4.9

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Jan S.

4.9

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Hello, I'm Jan. Welcome to Amsterdam and The Netherlands! I've graduated in public administration at Leiden University. I have a big passion for history since I was a teenager and developed a strong interest in European painting and it's history in the last 15 years. I've been doing tours in and around Amsterdam for over 13 years. After all these years I still discover new things in Amsterdam and find out new things about it's history, which makes it such a great place. I provide tours of Amsterdam, it's surroundings (flower fields in April, countryside, windmills, Brussels). I do tours on foot, on ordinary bikes, on my rickshaw, by minivan and if preferred so in combinations of walking and by boat or minivan. Amsterdam is great and unique. Besides the things most people associate with it, there is a lot else you might not have noticed before or read about. Of course I will customize tours. So if you have specific interests or you would like to combine elements of several tours please let me know and I will make a customized proposal. I'm a traveler myself. I have been traveling to the USA, India, Tanzania, Ethiopia, Thailand, Indonesia, Australia, Mexico, Egypt, Russia, China and a lot of places in Europe. I'm always curious to discover new places and meet people from all over the world, which is a great advantage of my work. I hope you will enjoy our great, unique city! - 13 years experience with doing tours in and around Amsterdam, on foot, by bike, by rickshaw and by minivan. - I'm graduated in public administration at Leiden University - Licensed to do tours in the Red Light District - I can not provide tours of Anne Frank House, or provide tickets for it. - Taking pictures of women in the red light district is strictly prohibited

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Overview of your Amsterdam tour

The ideal way to see Amsterdam for couples with limited abilities to walk! In just 4 hours we pass by all the major scenic points in the historic heart of Amsterdam: many scenic canal intersections and views on the canals, many characteristic 16th, 17th and 18th century buildings, and the main scenic squares (Rembrandt Square, Museumsquare, Nieuwmarkt). I'll explain a lot about the city. The rickshaw is able to enter many alleyways and streets where the cars can not, we climb the highest bridges with the most scenic views on the canals. It is able to reach off-the water locations where boats cannot get. Of course, I explain to you about the city, it's history and present. Of course we could have a break in case you prefer so.

Recent Reviews

Gwen M.United States
July 2025

I booked the extended tour & thoroughly enjoyed riding around Amsterdam with Jan. He is so knowledgeable about history and building architecture. I loved it! It was raining the morning when we were set to start & he phoned to ask if I had flexibility to wait til afternoon, which was perfect and we avoided the rain. He was happy to customize my tour, stop to look at something, take photos, and answer my endless questions. It was fun to experience the bicycling culture in Amsterdam with Jan doing the driving! It was my first visit to Amsterdam, and I felt like I got a good introduction to this beautiful city. The tour was accurately described; the booking, pickup, and tour went exactly as described. Highly recommend.

Arnold F.United States
July 2023

Excellent guide, very accommodating, bike the best way to see so much. Thank you

Stephanie L.United States
June 2023

I booked Jan's rickshaw tour for my parents who have limited mobility and my mom hasn't stopped raving about it. From my mom: Jan was FANTASTIC! His stories are interesting, relevant, and make the entire experience unforgettable. Book him right now - you won't be disappointed.

Angela S.United States
April 2023

Jan was fantastic! My mother has mobility issues; and Jan was extremely accommodating. He took my parents on a ride around Amsterdam. They had an excellent time! Thanks, Jan!

Larry G.United States
April 2023

Jan was a wonderful guide. Very knowledgeable and helpful. It was a rickshaw tour and he picked us up at the ship and returned us to the doorway. When it started raining he made sure we were warm and dry. We saw so many wonderful sights that we would have missed but Jan took us to many places we did not know about. He is very personable and speaks wonderful English.

Greg H.United States
September 2022

Jan was great. We saw a vast part of Amsterdam and learned much about the history and architecture as well as other tidbits. It is also nice to cover so much ground aa leisurely pace but not need to walk long distances. We would recommend him highly!

Your Amsterdam tour itinerary

We tour around the historic center of Amsterdam for 4 hours. It's your tour, you decide whether we should take a break, focus on specific things you are interested in (Jewish heritage, Second World War in Amsterdam, typical 17th century architecture, modern architecture, pass by one of the 3 Red Light Districts). - In case you don't have specific interests I will pass by: - Tens of picturesque canal views - The Museum Square - Vondelpark - Seven Bridges - Amstel River - Skinny bridge - WesterChurchTower - Anne Frankhuis - Holocaust Memorial - Rembrandthuis - Rembrandtsquare - Nieuwmarkt.

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Transport details
Type: Walking

Rickshaw (bike taxi)

What's included
Other: - My guidance and explanation - The rickshaw-tour - Customization in case you do have specific interests and there is enough time to pass by those places
What's not included
Other: - If time allows you might extend the tour. - Food & Drinks not included
Meeting location

Airport: ,Cruise: Pick up at Passenger Terminal Amsterdam (PTA) only! Please check your ship docks there!,ByGuide:

  • You can request a specific meeting location (for example, your hotel) during the checkout.
Other details
Tour categories
History
City Highlights
Tour reference number
416196
Languages
German
Dutch
English
Activity level
Moderate
Accessibility
Kid Friendly
Wheelchair Accessible

Traveller reviews

4.9

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Who is this private tour in Amsterdam best suited for?

This private tour in Amsterdam is ideal for couples who have limited abilities to walk, as it is conducted by rickshaw, allowing you to see all the major scenic points without extensive walking. It's also suitable for those interested in a personalized experience, as the tour can be customized to focus on specific interests like Jewish heritage or 17th-century architecture.

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