Netherlands Moderate Tours &amp; Trips

Small Group Tour

Lodging level

Premium - 4 star

Physical level

Moderate

Visits

Amsterdam, Heidelberg, Koblenz, Lucerne, Strasbourg

Highlights

Create cherished family memories on our unforgettable Basel to Amsterdam riverboat cruise along the Rhine River between aboard ms Grace or ms Inspire
visiting Switzerland
France
Germany and The Netherlands for an adventure unlike any other.Family travel experiences include a bicycle ride through forests and vineyards along the Rhine riverside; a taste of fondue
Swiss folklore and more in lakeside Lucerne; a ride aboard the world’s steepest cogwheel train to the top of Mt. Pilatus in the Swiss Alps; exploring the fascinating ruins of hilltop Heidelberg Castle in the medieval university town of Heidelberg; learning about the Lorelei and other Rhine River legends while keeping an eye out for fairy-tale castles; discovering the art treasures and historic canals of Amsterdam; an exclusive gala dinner for Tauck guests only at Burg Satzvey

Themes

Family Friendly

What travelers are saying

"Sad to see a once good tour company stumble and fall into mediocrity. That’s Tauck post-Covid. My May 2023 tour of Normandy, Brittany and the Loire Valley was done on the cheap by Tauck, yet cost me thousands of dollars extra as a solo traveler on a special small-group tour.   5-star hotels switched to 3 and 4 (without any compensation or explanation)… many more meals “on your own”… lots of “self-guided” tours of museums and chateaux and castles we knew nothing about… airline quality “rubber chicken” dinners, not in hotel restaurants, but in sad and isolated business convention spaces… poorly-trained newer Tour Directors (like the one on this tour) with limited experience traveling outside her tiny Canadian village or dealing with people from diverse backgrounds. She even confessed that this was a second gig job that took her away from her own business back home! You get what Tauck pays for, but unfortunately, not what YOU pay for.   Speaking to a “Guest Relations” agent was comically pointless. She tried to make everything my fault, which I now understand is par for the course with the “new” post-Covid Tauck. Please reconsider spending huge amounts of your hard-earned money on a tour company that has lost its way and no longer delivers."

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8 days From$4,590

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Holland & Belgium Bike Tour

By Backroads

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5/5 Excellent

62 reviews

Small Group Tour

Lodging level

Premium - 4 star

Physical level

Moderate

Trip pace

Balanced schedule

Visits

Amsterdam, Bruges

Highlights

Uncover the captivating history and culture of two countries in a single trip
Windmills, canals, pitch-roofed farmhouses and vast skies—scenery straight out of a Dutch masterpiece
A welcoming bike culture of epic proportions
Luxuriate in hotels reminiscent of the 17th-century Golden Age
"Beauty lies in the hands of the beer holder"—sample Belgium's national treasure

Themes

Cultural, Cycling & Biking

What travelers are saying

"Until Covid clears, I would steer clear of Backroads. We were partially through their June 2020 Costa Rica tour when a guest tested Covid positive. She and her husband were isolated. The rest of the group were offered wimpy masks. Nobody was offered Covid testing daily and masks were not required of the guests or staff. The guides kept repeating "not in the CDC guidelines." Our group of six decided that the Backroads response was inadequate so returned home mid-excursion. The hotel and food was excellent, but the provided bikes were inadequate. The front derailleurs were poorly adjusted, and most of the riders had the chains come off during the first ride. Hikes or bike rides were conducted in downpours. Disappointed for charging such a premium price."

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6 days From$4,198

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The Enchanting Rhine

By AMA Waterways

preferred

3.7/5 Great

39 reviews

River Cruise

Lodging level

Premium - 4 star

Physical level

Moderate

Trip pace

Flexible schedule

Visits

Amsterdam, Basel, Heidelberg, Koblenz, Lucerne, Strasbourg, Zurich

Highlights

Explore Amsterdam and enjoy the canal cruise through the city
Experience 7-night cruise from Amsterdam to Basel
Discover Strasbourg and Zurich
Visit Cologne and get an opportunity to see Cathedral Square

Themes

50 plus, National Parks, Nature & Wildlife, Small Ship Cruise

What travelers are saying

"I’ve sailed with AmaWaterways 4 times. They are the best! You become family. I can’t wait to sail with them again!"

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12 days From$2,799

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Best of Europe in 21 Days Tour

By Rick Steves

preferred

4.2/5 Great

23 reviews

Small Group Tour

Lodging level

Standard - 3 star

Physical level

Moderate

Trip pace

Balanced schedule

Visits

Amsterdam, Burgundy, Cinque Terre, Florence, Munich, Neuschwanstein Castle, Pantheon, Paris, Rome, Venice

Highlights

Visit Germany's greatest Rococo-style church, the Wieskirche
Visit the Doge's Palace or the Titian- and Tintoretto-packed Accademia art gallery
Visit the famous Hôtel Dieu medieval hospital
Enjoy driving into French Burgundy for a look at small-town France.

Themes

Hiking & Walking

What travelers are saying

"We purchased two backpacks from Rick Steves Europe. One of them arrived damaged and unusable. Their website says that you must contact them if you receive damaged merchandise. I have attempted to email them through their website and I have left 3 voicemails (nobody answers the phone, ever!) and nobody has contacted me back. At this point, it seems like I've been ripped off. Buyer beware. Extremely disappointed."

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21 days From$4,995

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10 Day Classic Amsterdam, Bruges, Paris & London

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3.7/5 Great

Group Tour

Lodging level

Premium - 4 star

Physical level

Moderate

Trip pace

Balanced schedule

Visits

Amsterdam, Bruges, Paris

Highlights

Glass-top boat cruise on Amsterdam's winding canals Visit Our Lady's Church in Bruges, where you will view Michelangelo's "Madonna" Drive along the Champs Elysées to the Arc de Triomphe and continuing to the iconic Eiffel Tower Travel between London & Paris by train via the world-famous "Chunnel" A panoramic city tour introduces you to the highlights of London †Transfers are available for purchase for land only or on alternative flight dates♦ London Gatwick Airport transfers available at an additional cost

Themes

50 plus, Cultural

What travelers are saying

"We have loved Gate 1 and always sing their praises. We've been on 7 tours with another one booked for fall. We were supposed to leave for Ecuador this week, however the country is in a 60 day state of emergency with the escape of 2 infamous gang members. Tourists are advised to stay indoors and there is a daily curfew from 11pm-5am. (our flight was to land at 11:15pm). Our trip included stays in 2 of the main cities of unrest. There have been shootings, car bombings, hostage taking, closing of embassies, and other countries issuing do not travel warnings. Other tour companies have cancelled tours or offered refunds or rescheduling. Travel insurance does not cover wars or civil unrest, but we are clearly afraid to go there. Both we and our travel agent have reached out multiple times with our concerns and asked if we could reschedule or get some sort of credit. We continue to get the same reply either in person or via email...Gate 1 has your safety as our highest priority and we feel you are safe ("they are not targeting tourists") and your itinerary should not be impacted. What? Their highest priority is $ and not our safety. There is no way that's the tour we anticipated. We cancelled the trip and took a 90% penalty, loss of deposit, and $276 airline penalty. It's a LOT of money, but we would have been terrified, and it's not worth getting hurt or worse. Sorry, but it's not the company I want to do business with in the future."

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10 days From$3,289

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16 Day Rhine River Cruise with Italian Lakes, Swiss Alps, Bruges & Paris

none

3.7/5 Great

Group Tour

Lodging level

Premium - 4 star

Physical level

Moderate

Trip pace

Balanced schedule

Visits

Amsterdam, Basel, Bruges, Lake Como, Lucerne, Paris, Strasbourg

Highlights

A scenic cruise on spectacular Lake Como takes you to the exquisite village of Bellagio
Explore Lucerne with its pristine lakeside setting and gorgeous mountainous panorama
Walk the cobbled streets of tiny Breisach, a town that dates back over 4,000 years
Visit the Alsace capital of Strasbourg, designated a UNESCO World Heritage sites
Stroll the lanes filled with quaint wine taverns in the lively village of Rüdesheim

Themes

50 plus, Cultural

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16 days From$5,519

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16 Day Classic European River Cruise

none

3.7/5 Great

Group Tour

Lodging level

Premium - 4 star

Physical level

Moderate

Trip pace

Balanced schedule

Visits

Amsterdam, Budapest, Koblenz, Nuremberg, Passau, Salzburg, Vienna

Highlights

See magnificent panoramic views of Budapest from atop Fisherman's Bastion Tour romantic Vienna with its legendary opulence and elegance In Melk, join a guided tour of the historic Benedictine Abbey Marvel at the beautiful churches and ancient stone bridges in Regensburg Cruise the Main-Danube Canal, considered a marvel of modern engineering Walk in Bamberg's medieval center with its 11th century Romanesque cathedral View the mighty Lorelei Rock named for the siren "Lorelei" rising vertically from the waters Sail on the legendary Rhine to Cologne, capital of the Rhineland In Amsterdam, board a glass-top boat and cruise the winding canals

Themes

50 plus, Cultural

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16 days From$4,549

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13 Day Rhine River Cruise with Amsterdam & Lucerne

none

3.7/5 Great

Group Tour

Lodging level

Premium - 4 star

Physical level

Moderate

Trip pace

Balanced schedule

Visits

Amsterdam, Heidelberg, Lucerne, Strasbourg

Highlights

In Amsterdam, board a glass-top boat and cruise the winding canals Sail on the legendary Rhine to Cologne, capital of the Rhineland Discover 2000-year-old Koblenz, with its superb Romanesque architecture View the mighty Lorelei Rock named for the siren "Lorelei" rising vertically from the waters Stroll the lanes filled with quaint wine taverns in the lively village of Rüdesheim Visit the Alsace capital of Strasbourg, designated a UNESCO World Heritage site Walk the cobbled streets of tiny Breisach, a city that dates back over 4,000 years Explore Lucerne with its pristine lakeside setting and gorgeous mountainous panorama

Themes

50 plus, Cultural

What travelers are saying