Private tour in Amsterdam Arunabha S

Rijksmuseum - a journey through masterpieces, history, intrigue and mystery

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Hello! I am Arun, and am ready to offer you an unique experience in Amsterdam. I am a historian and an award-winning sports writer with a fascination for reading, art, history, culture and cuisine. I love meeting people from different parts of the world, and creating memories for them. When people travel, they are full of curiosity, eagerness to enjoy and bonhomie. In short, they are full of positive energy. I love touching their lives at that precise moment and sharing the joy and happiness of discovery that comes with touring. I have lived and worked around the world but decided to make Amsterdam my home. Golden Age canals lined by quaint gabled buildings, fascinating museums, treasure-packed shops, a vibrant design and art scene, endless choices of culinary delights, history eloquent in every brick, the lure of the Red Light District . . . and, last but not the least, the fascinating getaways into the heart of nature if you know your way around town and outskirts. It is a city I have fallen in love with and can make you fall in love with as well. Whether it is biking like locals, wandering around the quaint canals and the narrow alleys, taking a peek behind the great masterpieces of Rembradnt and Van Gogh, tasting local delicacies, learning how the Red Light District works, or getting away from the busy center to visit Windmills and other countryside attractions, I can arrange it for you. There are plenty of attractions off the beaten track, from secret courtyards to James Bond filming locations. Throbbing city center, delightful museums, offbeat locales, countryside excursions. I can customize the tour in whichever way you want. See you in Amsterdam. You will love the experience. Tot ziens. -Municipality Licence for touring in Old Amsterdam -Published Author of Historical fiction -Published Author of non-fiction (history) with a pair of international award shortlists -Award Winning Sports Writer -Art and History Buff

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Overview of your Amsterdam tour

Rijksmuseum is a spectacular gateway to magnificent art, and the history of the country alongside many tales of fascinating intrigue & mystery We will see masterpieces - Rembrandt, Vermeer, Van Gogh, Breitner & more – the paintings tell us about the colourful history of the country, & many hidden secrets covering conspiracy, war, forgery, espionage and more Why is it shaped like a gateway? Why does it look like the Central Station? Why did the King refuse to attend the opening? Why did Van Gogh spend hours in front of a Rembrandt masterpiece? We will cover the brilliance of the Nightwatch with centuries of its fascinating history – cutting off sides, hiding it from Nazis, attacks with knives & acid We will learn about Vermeer’s genius, about the great forgery that duped Herman Goering, the tales behind exquisite dolls houses, Dutch colonisation & the Battle of Waterloo We will learn why some paintings were painted over – for covert political or pure economic reasons Join me on this fascinating journey

Your Amsterdam tour itinerary

Meet at the plinth behind Cobra Cafe The tickets will already be purchased for you A brief introduction to Amsterdam, Dutch history and where the Rijksmusem fits in (in good weather this is done in the glorious Rijks garden. If it is cold or wet, this will be done inside the museum) Enjoy of Rijksmuseum with me After the tour you can stay back at the Rijksmuseum as long as you want

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Transport details
Type: Walking

It is a walking tour

What's included
Private Guide
Tickets: Rijksmuseum entrance
What's not included
Food Drinks Snacks
Meeting location

18 Hobbemastraat, Amsterdam, Noord-Holland, 1071 ZB, Netherlands

The plinth behind the Cobra Cafe (between the cafe and the museum)

  • You can request a different meeting location (for example, your hotel) during the checkout process.
Other details
Tour categories
Art And Culture
Museums
History
Tour reference number
1393333
Languages
English
Bengali
Hindi
Activity level
Light
Accessibility
Wheelchair Accessible
Kid Friendly

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Who is this private tour in Amsterdam best suited for?

This private tour in Amsterdam is perfect for art enthusiasts, history buffs, and anyone intrigued by the stories behind masterpieces. It's also suitable for families, as it is kid-friendly and wheelchair accessible. With Arunabha S. as your guide, you'll gain deeper insights into the Rijksmuseum's art and history.

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Hours icon 2 hours 30 minutes
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