Private tour in Amsterdam Vincent A
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Vincent A.
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If you want to truly understand Amsterdam and the Netherlands in a short time, I will make sure you get much more out of your visit than you would on your own. My tours are designed to help you see the city in context, understand the stories behind what you see, and enjoy a relaxed, personal experience without stress or rushing. What guests value most is that they leave with a clear understanding of Amsterdam. Not just the highlights, but how the city works and why it developed the way it did. I connect art, history, and daily life in a way that is easy to follow and enjoyable. Every tour is adapted to your interests, pace, and level of knowledge. My main areas of expertise are Dutch art at the Rijksmuseum and Van Gogh Museum, the history of Amsterdam, Jewish history in the Netherlands (with broader context beyond only the well-known stories), and Dutch water management. I also enjoy showing how modern Amsterdam functions today, from neighbourhoods and architecture to everyday local life. I now focus fully on half-day private walking tours in Amsterdam and Haarlem. These tours are flexible and personal. We walk where it makes sense, but we can also use public transport or arrange a private transfer when needed. For example, this works well for a visit between Amsterdam and Haarlem. The pace is always adjusted to your comfort and interests. I have worked in tourism for more than 20 years. Since 2015 I guide guests in Amsterdam and the Netherlands through ToursByLocals. I also hold several degrees in tourism and I am one of the few officially certified Dutch “National Guide” graduates with distinction. Before guiding, I worked as a travel organiser for Dutch travellers going abroad. This helps me understand exactly what international guests expect: clear communication, good organisation, and a smooth, well-planned day. My main motto is simple: our day together must be informative and fun. I only offer tours I am genuinely passionate about, because that is what brings the city to life for my guests. I enjoy working with curious travellers who want more than sightseeing. If you want to understand Amsterdam and the Netherlands in a meaningful way, I will make sure your time here is both enjoyable and valuable. I look forward to welcoming you in Amsterdam or Haarlem.
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Escape the crowds and discover the real Dutch countryside on this relaxed half-day tour from Amsterdam. Rather than visiting the busy tourist hotspots, we explore some of the most beautiful and authentic villages and landscapes in North Holland. Our first stop is Broek in Waterland, a picturesque village known for its historic wooden houses, canals, and peaceful atmosphere. From there, we enjoy a scenic drive through the UNESCO-listed Beemster Polder, one of the finest examples of Dutch land reclamation and water management. We continue to De Rijp, a beautifully preserved 17th-century village whose elegant houses reflect its prosperous past as a whaling and fishing community. In Schermerhorn, we visit the historic Schermer Windmill, built in 1632, to learn how Dutch windmills helped reclaim vast areas of land from the water. The mill is closed from November till March. I can then take you to one of the windmills at the Zaanse Schans. If you wish, we can make a short stop at a cheese/ wooden shoe farm.
Vincent was very personable and knowledgable. Easy to spend the day with. Our whole group had positive comments about the tour. Nice pace and didn't wear us out. Certainly as labeled - non-touristy. No crowds and went extra mile for a private tour of a windmill.
We had a fantastic day with Vincent! He had a full day planned for us and did not disappoint! He picked us up from our hotel and took us to places we would never have been able to see on our own. He was very informative, answered all of our questions and our lunch was wonderful! Highly recommend Vincent and this tour!
Vincent was a wonderful addition to our Visit to Amsterdam. He spoke with a wealth of knowledge and shared his love for the countryside with us. He set a pace that fit our group style.
Excellent tour of the non-touristy places in the countryside. Wonderful guide!
We had a fantastic day with Vincent! He was easy to communicate with ahead of the tour. He was warm, friendly, and so knowledgeable. He made our tour of the countryside so enjoyable and would highly recommend his tours!!
This was a wonderful tour. The countryside is so beautiful. Our guide was great! Plenty of information, catered the tour to our pace, no complaints. Would definitely tour again with him.
09:00am Pick-up in Amsterdam 09:30am Broek in Waterland 10:00am Scenic drive through the Beemster Polder with visit of historic village De Rijp 11:30am Schermer windmill 01:00pm Return in Amsterdam Duration: approximately 4 hours.
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The tour will be done with a Mercedes EQV V-class minivan. 7 passenger seats. The vehicle is registered officially for commercial use, hence the blue licence plate. Thereby, you as a traveller are completely assured that your tour will be done by a vehicle (and driver) that meets all mandatory licenses concerning Insurances, quality and safety.
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