Van Gogh Trails and Architectural Wonders 4 Day Netherlands Tour

What's Included

Meeting and pickup

Itinerary

Day 1
Amsterdam - Giethoorn - De Hoge Veluwe National Park - Arnhem (220 km)
2 stops
1
Giethoorn
An eco-friendly fairytale village of winding canals and 170+ wooden bridges, known as the “Venice of the North”. 1. Giethoorn boat cruise (about 1 hour): glide through the main canals and lake area with commentary from an experienced captain. 2. Giethoorn Museum: learn the village’s history—peat digging, traditional boats, old farmhouses and daily life artefacts.
3 hours • Admission ticket free
2
De Hoge Veluwe National Park
One of the Netherlands’ largest nature reserves, blending wildlife, art and modern architecture. 1. Kroller-Muller Museum: the world’s second-largest Van Gogh collection (about 90 paintings and 180 drawings). Must-sees include works like The Potato Eaters and Café Terrace at Night (subject to exhibition). Sculpture Garden: one of Europe’s largest outdoor sculpture parks featuring masters such as Rodin and Picasso. 2. St. Hubertus Hunting Lodge: a landmark by architect Hendrik Petrus Berlage, with a distinctive V-shaped design and lookout tower.
3 hours • Admission ticket not included
Day 2
Arnhem - Designer Outlet Roermond - Maastricht (160 km)
2 stops
3
Designer Outlet Roermond
Home to one of Europe’s largest designer outlets with an exceptional mix of international brands. 200+ stores: fashion, sports and home brands with year-round discounts (often up to 70%). Popular names include Prada, Gucci, Burberry, Armani, Michael Kors, Nike, Adidas and more.
3 hours • Admission ticket free
4
Maastricht
One of the Netherlands’ oldest cities; the Maastricht Treaty (1992) marked the birth of the European Union. 1. Dominicanen Bookstore: a 13th-century Gothic church transformed into a stunning cultural space. 2. Maastricht University: founded in 1976; renowned for law, medicine, economics and European studies. 3. St. Servatius Bridge: regarded as the Netherlands’ oldest bridge (rebuilt after WWII). 4. Hell’s Gate: The oldest surviving defensive city gate in the Netherlands, with a history dating back to 1229. 5. Helpoort and the underground caves: the oldest surviving city gate (1229) and a vast limestone labyrinth used for shelter and storage.
5 hours • Admission ticket free
Day 3
Maastricht - Nuenen - Eindhoven (80 km)
6 stops
5
Van Gogh Village Museum
A key place to learn about Van Gogh’s important years in Nuenen (1883-1885), when he painted The Potato Eaters. It is also the starting point for Nuenen’s “open-air museum” route, visiting 24 Van Gogh-related sites, including his parents’ home, the church and pastoral landscapes.
2 hours • Admission ticket not included
6
Where Van Gogh lived and created around a quarter of his works, including The Potato Eaters. Van Gogh–Roosegaarde Cycle Path: A 600-metre bike path inlaid with thousands of glowing stones, inspired by Van Gogh’s Starry Night. About 50,000 stones with a special photoluminescent coating combine artistic beauty with eco-technology.
1 hour • Admission ticket free
7
Located in the original factory where founder Gerard Philips produced the first incandescent light bulbs in 1891. This interactive museum tells how Philips grew from a small workshop into a global electronics giant, showcasing products from light bulbs, radios and TVs to modern healthcare technologies.
2 hours • Admission ticket not included
8
Van Abbemuseum
A world-renowned modern and contemporary art museum, with works by Picasso, Kandinsky, Chagall and more.
1 hour • Admission ticket not included
9
Showcasing the rich history of Dutch truck and car manufacturer DAF, with vehicles spanning from its founding in 1928 to the present day.
1 hour • Admission ticket not included
10
Eindhoven’s iconic UFO-shaped building, constructed by Philips in 1966 as a science and technology museum to celebrate the company’s 75th anniversary; its avant-garde design quickly made it a city landmark.
1 hour • Admission ticket free
Day 4
Eindhoven - Utrecht - Apeldoorn - Amsterdam (240 km)
6 stops
11
Miffy
Designed to spark children’s imagination through play and exploration. Each gallery represents a theme in the Miffy world, such as Miffy’s home, the zoo, a hospital or transport. Next door, the Centraal Museum features Dick Bruna’s original studio, displaying his furniture, paintings and design sketches.
1 hour • Admission ticket not included
12
Dom Tower
The city’s signature landmark and the tallest church tower in the Netherlands. Climb up for panoramic views. After a five-year restoration, it was fully reopened by the end of 2024.
1 hour • Admission ticket free
13
Museum Speelklok
Known as the “Palace of Joy,” one of the world’s richest collections of self-playing instruments. Located in a beautiful former church, it features tiny music boxes, giant street organs and other automatic instruments.
2 hours • Admission ticket not included
14
Utrecht
A vibrant old university city and hometown of Miffy creator Dick Bruna. Railway Museum: Housed in a restored old railway station, featuring historic steam locomotives, luxurious royal carriages and trains from different eras.
1 hour • Admission ticket free
15
Paleis Het Loo
A former summer residence of the Dutch royal family, often called the “Versailles of the Netherlands.” Visit royal rooms to learn about court life, history, furniture and decor. The Baroque palace gardens feature elegant fountains and sculptures, reminiscent of Versailles.
2 hours • Admission ticket not included
16
Known for forests and strong ties to the Dutch royal family. Apenheul Primate Park: The world’s first zoo where monkeys roam freely. Squirrel monkeys and lemurs may jump around nearby, while larger primates such as gorillas live in natural habitats that can be viewed across water or barriers; listen to keeper talks during feeding times. Arrive back in Amsterdam in the evening. Your driver-guide will drop you off at the pre-arranged location—tour ends.
2 hours • Admission ticket not included

Additional info

• Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
• Public transportation options are available nearby
• Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
• Suitable for all physical fitness levels

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