Top 10 Historical & Heritage Tours in Delft, South Holland Province

No tour that matches your wishes? Don’t worry, you can just design your own tour and we will deliver it. Customise an unforgettable Experience trough The Netherlands. Just let us know your requirements and we will design your personalised travel itinerary. This tour will be  operated in a  minivan for a more personalised experience without the crowds from large coach tours.  A professional, experienced and friendly driver/guide will accompany you throughout the day.

Inclusions: Transport by minivan, Friendly driver/guide, Hotel pick-up and drop-off

Exclusions: Gratuities, Food and drinks

Get picked up at your hotel and get personal service by a professional guide that will drive you around. Visit the famous city Delft that is home to the Blue pottery and is one of the oldest cities of the Netherlands. Then go to The Hague, the political center of the Netherlands. The city of Delft lies between Rotterdam and The Hague, its an old town with beautiful and memorable sights, such as the 19th-century restored City Hall and the New Church, where Willem van Oranje, one of The Netherlands most famous historical figures, lies buried. Then head over to The Hague, where you will discover the famous buildings known as 'Binnenhof and ridderzaal' (Inner Court & Hall of the Knights). Then head over to the Old City Hall and the Noordeinde Palace. After the tour the guide will drive you back to your hotel.

Inclusions: Private transportation, An air-conditioned vehicle, A private guide

Exclusions: Food and drinks

Visit a Delft Blue pottery factory and paint your own tiles! Discover the masterpieces of Rembrandt in the 17th century Mauritshuis, which also houses his most famous work ‘The Girl with the Pearl Earring’. Experience the Netherlands in miniature version and see if you can recognize some cities in Madurodam. During this tour you will visit the heart of the Dutch democracy. Your private chauffeur guide will explain you about the Binnenhof, home to the government of the Netherlands. Dating back to the 13th century, this is the oldest House of Parliament in the world to be still in use. Marvel at masterpieces of Rembrandt and Vermeer, such as The Girl with the Pearl Earring, in the 17th century Mauritshuis and visit the majestic Peace Palace where the International Court of Justice is located.

Inclusions: Bottled water, Air-conditioned vehicle, Private transportation, WiFi on board

Exclusions: All Fees and Taxes, Guide

Go on a cultural journey through the historic center of Delft with a professional guide and be surprised! With this private tour, you will get a tailor-made tour that suits your interests and interests. This gives you plenty of time to take extensive photos and visit the sights that interest you. Ideal for a first introduction to Delft, but even if you have been to Delft before, there is still plenty to discover!

Inclusions: Coffee and/or Tea

Exclusions: entrance to churches, museums

Book a tour with us and let us take you on a delicious cultural food tour of the city. Delft is one of the most important cities in Dutch history, and its streets and buildings still breathe this rich past. Together with a local guide you will learn all about the architecture, the history, the famous inhabitants and the link with the House of Orange, while you enjoy the best local food in town.

Inclusions: All the food, All the drinks, An umbrella if necessary

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Winter, spring, summer or fall. Delft surprises you all year round! The city walks of Do DELFT are informative, sometimes practical. But always relaxed and welcoming. We stroll through the streets, along the canals and royal squares. Wondering why the tower of the Old Church is so lopsided? Want to know why the Delft pottery is blue? And which royal highnesses are in the Royal vault? The guides of Do DELFT know and ofcourse they will tell you!The guides of Do DELFT know and ofcourse they will tell you! The tour ends after 90 minutes. It will be your best introduction to the city! On request, you can conclude the walk with a visit to the New Church, the main attraction of Delft. Our guide explains in the church and the entrance ticket is included. Extra costs are 7 euros per person.

Inclusions: guiding services

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Your private, eight hour tour is 100% flexible, and the itinerary is up to you. We have listed some suggestions, but perhaps you love museums, or shopping, or food! Then just let us know and we can tailor this experience to whatever you desire. Your local guide/driver will pick you up from your Amsterdam accommodation, taking all the stress out of getting there. In The Hague, see the scenic city where the Dutch government is seated and where you’ll find Dutch landmarks such as: the Vredespaleis, the International Court of Justice, Paleis Noordeinde, the embassies, the upmarket shopping area. Then, head to Delft, famous for it's blue and white pottery, it’s historic city centre filled with students from the renowned University, and as the birthplace of Johannes Vermeer. Lastly, drive back through Leiden, the birthplace of Rembrandt. It is a stunning, University city known for it's architecture and cathedrals!. Your driver/guide will then return you safely your Amsterdam hotel!

Inclusions: Local Guide/ Driver, Pick ups and drop offs

Exclusions: Food Drink, Entrance into the Mauritshuis (optional extra), Tips (optional extra)

Delve into royal Dutch history on this customizable private walking tour of Delft, a city in between Rotterdam and The Hague that's known for its historic town center, its signature Delft Blue pottery (Delftware) and, most importantly, its ties with the Dutch royal family. With your private guide, wander Old Town, see notable sights like the City Hall and the Prince’s Court, and visit the New Church to see where members of the Dutch royal family are buried, including William the Silent, the founding father of the Netherlands.

Inclusions: Private guide with commentary in preferred language, New Church

Exclusions: Admission to Royal Delft (optional), Food and drinks, unless specified, Hotel pickup and drop-off, Gratuities

On this tour you will see and visit four of the most impressive Dutch tourist destinations! See and visit Rotterdam, the most astonishing post-modern city of the Netherlands. Rotterdam is world famous for its extraordinary contemporary architecture. We will drive accross the famous Erasmus bridge and you will see the Euromast Tower, the unique Cube houses designed in the seventies by Piet Blom, amongst other highlights. In your free time you can walk around the center of Rotterdam at your own leisure to discover the unequalled urban city design. You can also take a walk in the Market hall, a great shopping area. Next we will visit Delft, the gorgeous, cosy canal-ringed town of Delft best known for its Blue pottery and former home to the world famous painter Johannes Vermeer. In The Hague you will see the most important highlights of the political capital of the Netherlands, the Peace Palace and Dutch Parliament amongst others.

Inclusions: Air-conditioned vehicle

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Enjoy a full day private sightseeing tour from Rotterdam into the southern or northern part of the Netherlands  A city tour of Amsterdam or a tulip tour can be included in this 8 hour tour. See and learn with your private driver/guide all about the Dutch places like Delft, the Hague, Leiden and Gouda or visit the typical Polderland with the beautiful landscape, the windmills, canals and lakes. During the spring time several tulip fields can be spotted on route. As a private tour, your guide can personalize the tour according to your own preferences. -From 21 March 2019 till 19th of May 2019 the flower gardens of " Keukenhof" can be visited, entrance fees are not included.-

Inclusions: Private tour, Hotel or cruise port pickup and drop-off, Transport by private vehicle, Professional guide, On request a free visit at the cheese and/or clog factory

Exclusions: Lunch, Gratuities