Private tour in Amsterdam René S
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Come and see Holland with me ! Whether you have just a few hours "stop-over time", a full day or more, I will be happy to prepare a fully tailor-made itinerary for you in order to make your stay unforgettable. I will drive you safely in my big air conditioned Lexus RX450h through my unique country that is for more than 30% below sea level! Have a look at my various proposed tours, get inspired and let me know your specific interests. With 40+ years experience and great knowledge of The Netherlands and regional history, I will enrich your viewing of important attractions. Let me share my insights on behind-the-scenes aspects of local culture with you to make your tour a unique experience. No tourist traps, lots of attention to you, your perfect private tour ! You can learn more from the many reviews of other travelers ! 10 years tour manager of European tours with American and Canadian tourists visiting all European countries. + 30+ years Guidor certified local guide for The Netherlands, guiding 1000+ private tours and tourist coaches visiting Amsterdam and all other parts of the country. Working as private guide for the major *****hotels in Amsterdam. Great knowledge of The Netherlands. Maximum 4 passengers. No evening tours. Singer/guitar player in senior Rock'n Roll band.
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We will leave to the typical countryside North of Amsterdam, where most of the land is 10-15ft below sea level, mostly reclaimed with the old windmills during the 17th century. We will walk in picturesque port town Monnickendam, where monks build a dam in the 15th century. Then we will drive trough the Beemster polder which was reclaimed in 1612 and is on the UNESCO world heritage list to the 400 year old windmills of the Schermer POLDER. ***Closed between Nov 1st and April 1st)*** Here everything is explained about our centuries long struggle against the water. Climb the steep stairs of the mill ! We will have lunch in beautiful old whalers town De Rijp, where the tour busses can't come !! After a look in the townhall from 1630, drive to Edam, nicknamed "Pearl of the South Sea" where we'll taste the famous cheese and take a walk before returning to Amsterdam.
Rene was great. He knew exactly the most memorable sites for us to see, never rushed us, went at a relaxed pace and avoided other tourists. He was well-informed about the sites we visited and shared his knowledge willingly. We had a wonderful lunch at a local restaurant in one of the villages we visited. Food was delicious and ambiance local--not touristy. It was truly a tour by local who willingly shared his knowledge with us. We highly recommend Rene and this tour.
Rene provided a tour that exactly met out needs. His vast knowledge of the Netherlands gave us a thorough insight into the countries history and people, and we saw many scenic and iconic sights north of Amsterdam while avoiding the crowds from the tour buses. Renes's friendly easy manner made the whole day very enjoyable. W felt this was exactly the tour we were hoping for.
We had a wonderful time with Rene! Our tour perfectly coincided with the peak of tulip season, which was stunning. Rene started our day at 9:00 AM, allowing us to stay ahead of the crowds at every stop. He is incredibly knowledgeable and shared fascinating insights into the history of the windmills. The countryside is absolutely beautiful, and the traditional Dutch lunch Rene arranged at a local restaurant was a highlight. This is a fantastic tour that I highly recommend!
Rene was an excellent guide. Arrived promptly on time in front of our hotel. Spent the entire day with Rene, very knowledgeable, friendly and patient. Took the time to understand our itinerary and helped us maximize a wonderful tour through the north end of Amsterdam and then back into center city. Would recommend a day with Rene if your are looking to explore Amsterdam.
This was a WONDERFUL trip! Rene was friendly, knowledgeable, and showed us places/things we would never have seen otherwise. Highly recommended! Thanks, Rene!!!
We couldn't have asked for a more knowledgeable and personable guide than Rene, who drove us around the countryside north of Amsterdam on our port day between cruises. Walking through small villages, driving along dikes and in reclaimed land, having lunch in an historic restaurant and visiting a working windmill gave us a wonderful introduction to the Netherlands. There were even a few remaining fields of blooming tulips to see! We look forward to two more days of tours with Rene in upcoming weeks.
20 Min. drive to Monnickendam, Walking tour in the village, Drive trough Beemster, Visit Schermer windmills (closed between Nov. 1st -April 1st and on Mondays) Lunch in De Rijp, Taste cheese in Edam, Back to Amsterdam
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Lexus RX450H
Piet Heinkade, Amsterdam, Noord-Holland, Netherlands
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