Amsterdam: Giethoorn & Deventer Private Tour with Boat｜Netherlands

Depart from Amsterdam in a private vehicle and travel eastward through the Dutch landscape. Along the way, learn about the region's history, including its rivers, trade, and development over the centuries.

Arrive in Giethoorn, a unique village without traditional streets, where waterways have shaped the infrastructure for centuries. Stroll past thatched-roof farmhouses, wooden bridges, and quiet canals, while your guide explains how this landscape was formed through peat extraction and human intervention.

Take your time to experience Giethoorn at a relaxed pace. Opt for a punter or electric boat ride, included or as an upgrade depending on the chosen option (included). Learn how people have lived with and against the water for centuries, and discover why Giethoorn is much more than a picturesque village.

Next, travel to Deventer, one of the oldest cities in the Netherlands and an important Hanseatic city on the river IJssel. During a walk through the historic center, hear about Roman traces, medieval trade, religion, printing, and daily life in a city that has been continuously inhabited for over a thousand years.

Walk along old streets, squares, and river views, and hear how archaeological finds — foundations, utensils, bone material — have rewritten the story of Deventer time and again. This is history told from the ground up.

Stop for local specialties or a drink while overlooking the IJssel and the old trading landscape.