Kari G.Canada
We loved spending the day with Bart - he was not only knowledgeable about Amsterdam but we also enjoyed his sense of humour. He was both very engaging and accommodating .
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Private tour in Amsterdam Bart V
Highlights of Amsterdam Private Walking Tour
5.0
(155) reviews
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4 hours
Walking
Private tour for 1-10 people
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4 hours
Walking
Private tour for 1-10 people
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Bart V.
4.9
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Hi, my name is Bart. Great news that you're planning to visit The Netherlands. I'd love to contribute to make your stay unforgettable. I live with my family in the middle of Amsterdam and we enjoy the city every day. With my own consultancy firm I work with people from all over the world. It is so much fun to meet new people with completely different backgrounds and hearing their stories. My family and I also have great memories of our three years stay in Charlotte, North Carolina. I'm passionate about history, culture and art to feel and understand the choices made by people and to discover their stories that affect our lives today. If ever I'd need to stay on a desert island, I'd definitely bring my jazz music, mountain bike, great beers and cheese. I enjoy sharing my love for Amsterdam and all the incredible sites The Netherlands has to offer. I'm looking forward to showing you around and for you to experience and enjoy these special places. There are so many nice places to visit. So, if you have any special requests, I can easily set up a custom tour for you. All my regular tours are priced with Amsterdam as our starting point. But, should you want to start anywhere else, that's absolutely no problem. If you would like to compile a multi-day program with me? No problem! Just let me know and we'll put a nice program together. I love to customize my tours to your preferences and ideas. Half of my tours are custom tours! Next to my regular tours I would love to show you Belgium (e.g. Bruges, Ghent, Antwerp and Brussels). If you would like to do that out of Amsterdam I might be a very suitable tourguide for you. I've toured with travelers from all over the world: USA, Canada, Germany, Malaysia, Mexico, Guatemala, England, Kenia, South Africa, The Philippines and Hong Kong. Always a joy to have fun with foreigners!
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Let's discover the best sites in Amsterdam in 4 hours
Overview of your Amsterdam tour
We will stroll through old town, the red light district and the canal area. We'll walk through the centuries and will hit many special points of interest. You will experience and enjoy the unique history of Amsterdam and the effects on our lives it still has today. We'll visit sights that played a big role in the 16 th century Reformation and how freedom of religion was conceived in Europe. You'll see the places where Henry Hudson set sail to discover unclaimed territory in North America and where Rembrandt created famous paintings. We'll also hit spots in town where modern day capitalism was conceived. We'll stroll along the canals and their beautiful canal homes, and will discover wonderful stories about 17th and 18th century entrepreneurs and families. You'll learn how to move around town. Where to have a great meal and where to chill at our great "brown cafés". I'm a storyteller. Are you ready to hear my Amsterdam stories?
Recent Reviews
Donald R.United States
BART was one of the best tour guides we have had. Very flexible about time and going over the limit. Answered very specific questions about Amsterdam and made it very alive n interesting. Very, very worth the cost which was still very reasonable !
Greg J.United States
Bart was great. Quizzed us on our interest prior to starting our tour. Things we wanted to see, anything we weren't interested in, etc. Once we started walking, he kept up a steady pace between pointing out interesting sites and storytelling about the history of Amsterdam. Never lingered too long and suggested a couple of breaks to give us a chance to rest our legs (and sample local beers! ). Bart knows his stuff and has "been around " so that his perspective is well informed. I would recommend this tour for a deeper dive into what makes Amsterdam such a unique city.
Jan A.United States
Bart was friendly, knowledgeable, and very flexible. He showed us around some of Amsterdam's highlights with great stories and historical facts. We would highly recommend his tour.
Doug D.United States
Excellent walking tour of the city. Bart is a true historian of his native Amsterdam. He asked us our special interests and easily wove them into our journey. He is enthusiastic, witty, and an excellent story teller. It is clear how much time and effort he has put into the preparation of his tours. It was a great way to spend our first day in this beautiful city and it was one of the highlights of our trip. We will definitely book a tour with him when we return next year!
Pamela S.United States
Excellent walking tour of Amsterdam!! We enjoyed our walking tour led by Bart. He was personable and knowledgeable!! The pace was perfect and included a couple stops at a couple of his favorite spots for coffee. Highly recommend.
Your Amsterdam tour itinerary
I'll pick you up at 10 AM at your hotel, but if we you want, we can change the time and pickup location in or after the booking process. In our tour we will hit the: Old Church, Red Light District, Nieuwmarkt, Dam square, Royal Palace, New Church, the Canal area, Westerkerk and Beguinage. And we'll be hitting many other points of interest on our way. Do you have your own bucket list with "Must See's"? Great! Just let me know and I will customize the tour for you. Please enquire for a quote, should that be necessary.
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Transport details
Type: Walking
Walking tour
What's included
Private Guide
What's not included
Other: Personal expenses.
Public Transportation
Food Drinks Snacks
Meeting location
Amsterdam, North Holland, Netherlands
Your hotel or the Amsterdam cruiseterminal
- You can request a specific meeting location (for example, your hotel) during the checkout.
Other details
Tour categories
City Highlights
History
Architecture
Art And Culture
Off The Beaten Path
Tour reference number
587868
Languages
German
Dutch
English
FrenchActivity level
Minimal
Accessibility
Wheelchair Accessible
Traveller reviews
5.0
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Who is this private tour in Amsterdam best suited for?
This private tour in Amsterdam is perfect for travellers who want to explore the city's rich history and culture with a local expert. It's ideal for those interested in stories about the 16th century Reformation, Rembrandt, and the origins of modern capitalism. The tour is also suitable for families, seniors, and those with mobility concerns, as it is wheelchair accessible.
Can this private tour in Amsterdam be customized to focus on what I want to see and skip places I've already visited?
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4 hours
Walking
Private tour for 1-10 people
Your party size
1
Tour date
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4 hours
Walking
Private tour for 1-10 people
Your party size
1
Tour date
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