Private Tour from Amsterdam: Historical Leiden

Overview

This tour aims to give you a peak into the live of a normal dutchman. We will take you away from the tourist traps and crowds of Amsterdam and take you to one of the most cosy and pleasant cities in the Netherlands, Leiden. Leiden has been described as the better version of Amsterdam, with its majestic canals, friendly people, rich history and bustling city live. Leiden offers a chance to peak into the true side of the Netherlands and experience the cosiness of the Dutch people while being surrounded by over 450 years of history. Hopefully, at the end of your tour, you will understand an old quote from Einstein: "Leiden, that delightful little place of earth."

What's included

• ✓Bottled water
• ✓Entry tickets Pieterskerk
• ✓Train tickets
• ✓Entry tickets Botanical gardens
• ✓Snacks
• ✓Lunch

What you'll do

1. 1

   We start by visiting the grand Amsterdam central station and looking into the lesser known history of the area before taking the train to Leiden.

   ⏱ 10 min
2. 2

   Once in Leiden we go over to Lammermarkt to view an historic windmill in the middle of the city and look into the history of windmills in the Netherlands.

   ⏱ 10 min
3. 3

   Walking though the alleyways of the city we will look for some hidden murals depicting the scientific and cultural importance of the city.

   ⏱ 30 min
4. 4

   We stop at a grand gothic style church and have a look into its mysterious and impressive history.

   ⏱ 20 min
5. 5

   We climb a hill to get to one of the oldest buildings in the city, the old keep. Here we will experience history first hand while taking in a nice view of the city.

   ⏱ 30 min
6. 6

   We dive into the history of the Netherlands and the pivotal role Leiden played in the creation of the country while we visit this historic building with its rich traditions.

   ⏱ 15 min
7. 7

Availability & pricing

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Good to know

• Wheelchair accessible
• Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
• Service animals allowed
• Public transportation options are available nearby
• Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
• Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
• We can accommodate dietary restrictions such as vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free, etc. If you have dietary requirements. Please indicate it to the special requirements at the time of booking.
• Not recommended for travellers who have trouble walking

Cancellation policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.