The 3 Fishing Tours in the Netherlands That Earn Their Price

1.Urban Adventures Amsterdam Bike Tour, Graffiti and Magnet Fishing

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 105 reviews · 3 hours (approx.) · from $59Our pick

Ride a Dutch bike with a local English-speaking guide through Westerpark, Jordaan, Prinseneiland, and Amsterdam Noord. Cross by ferry, see NDSM’s street art, try graffiti and magnet fishing, and finish with a drink at a local brewery. Groups are capped at 15.

“Fantastic and so interesting ! A secret island, trendy clubs, takes from the hotel, two ferries, lots of graffiti art, led by the lovely Lloyd, all finished off with a drink from a local brewery.... loved it !”

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2.Zaanse Schans Windmills, Fishing Villages & Countryside

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 18 reviews · from $318

Spend eight flexible hours with a private guide such as Steve or Stephan, visiting Zaanse Schans windmills, the Beemster polder, Volendam, and Marken. Travel by air-conditioned Chrysler minivan from your Amsterdam hotel, airport, or cruise pier, with time to walk at your own pace.

“Steve picked up my wife and I at our hotel in central Amsterdam and drove us north to the countryside. We casually walked around Zaanse Schans and enjoyed the sights of the windmills. Steve shared his knowledge of the windmills and their historical and current significance. We enjoyed our stop in Volendam which included a cheese factory and store. We also made a stop in Marken and walked about the small village. It was a relaxed full day tour. At day's end, Steve returned us to our hotel. Steve is very easy to spend time with. He shared his country and he shared himself. Our day with him remains a…”

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3.Zaanse Schans Windmills, Countyside & Fishing Villages

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 18 reviews · 7 hours 15 minutes (approx.) · from $354

Spend about seven hours with a private English-speaking guide exploring Zaanse Schans, working windmills, Dutch traditions, a cheese farm, and quiet fishing villages. Steve is one named guide. Amsterdam pickup and return transport are included, while the optional boat ride costs €8.

“We explored with Steve. It was amazing. Steve is a local and knows his stuff. The ends and outs. The places to go and the ones to avoid. Small gestures that make the difference. I would recommend Steve to everyone!”

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