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Step off the well-trodden tourist path and discover one of the Netherlands’ best-kept secrets: the stunning province of Friesland.
This exclusive private tour takes you on a full-day journey through the northernmost region of the country, where authentic Dutch charm meets breathtaking landscapes, rich history, and architectural wonders.
ITINERARY:
8:45 – 10:15: Transfer to Franeker, via Afsluitdijk (Enclosing dike)
10:15 – 12:00: Town walk in Franeker + visit “Eise Eisinga Planetarium”
12:00 -12:15: Transfer to Wieuwerd
12:15 – 12:45: Visit the crypt of the mummies in Wieuwerd
12:45 – 13:00: Transfer to Woudsend
13:00 -14:15: Lunch in Woudsend + walk to the windmill
14:15 – 14:45: Transfer to Hindeloopen
14:45 – 16:15: Townwalk in Hindeloopen
16:15 – 17:45: Transfer back to Amsterdam
What's Included
Meeting and pickup
Our Guide will pick you up anywhere in or around Amsterdam. He will wait in the hotel lobby/ at the exit of an arrival hall of cruise terminal or airport, recognizable with company logo on polo shirt and/ or holding a sign with your name.
Itinerary
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1Koninklijk Eise Eisinga Planetarium
Franeker – A Walk Through Time Our first stop in Friesland is Franeker, one of the legendary “Eleven Towns”. This charming town is steeped in history. As we stroll along its canals, you’ll see the 17th-century Town Hall, the quaint grain carriers' cottage, and other architectural gems. But the true highlight is a visit to the Eise Eisinga Planetarium, a UNESCO World Heritage site and the oldest functioning planetarium in the world. Suspended from the ceiling of a traditional canal house, this 18th-century masterpiece of science and craftsmanship continues to track the movement of planets with astonishing accuracy.
1 hour 45 minutes • Admission ticket included -
2Mummie kelder Hervormde Kerk Wiuwert
Wieuwerd – Mysteries Beneath the Church Next, we visit the tiny village of Wieuwerd, home to a mysterious crypt beneath a medieval church. Here, naturally preserved mummies—discovered centuries ago—still rest in their original tombs. Their presence is still a mystery.
30 minutes • Admission ticket included -
3Woudsend
Woudsend – Lunch in a Sacred Space By midday, we arrive in Woudsend, a charming village surrounded by lakes and waterways. Here, you’ll enjoy a leisurely lunch at ’t Ponkje, a unique restaurant located in a converted church. With its high arched ceilings and stained-glass windows, the setting is as unforgettable as the food—classic Dutch cuisine with a modern twist. After Lunch, we take a short stroll to see Windmill “'t Lam”, a beautifully restored grain mill that still operates today.
1 hour 15 minutes • Admission ticket free -
4Hindeloopen
Hindeloopen – Friesland’s Best-Kept Secret We continue our way to Hindeloopen, another part of the Eleven Towns, and arguably one of the prettiest towns in the Netherlands. Tucked behind a dike on the shores of Lake IJsselmeer, this storybook town blends the charm of Volendam and Giethoorn, yet remains blissfully undiscovered. Wander its cobbled streets, cross its quaint wooden bridges, and admire the elaborately decorated houses that reflect the town’s rich maritime heritage.
1 hour 30 minutes • Admission ticket free
Additional info
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
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Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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Cancellation Policy
- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
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