HIDDEN GEMS & UNEXPECTED DISCOVERIES
One of the world’s most familiar European countries. From clogs and tulips to windmills and canals, the Netherlands has more than its share of national symbols.
The compact, beautiful city of Amsterdam has flourished over the centuries since its origins as a fishing village. Entering its Golden Age in the 17th century, it became the centre of world trade and the most prosperous city in northern Europe. With economic success came important cultural activity – artists such as Rembrandt van Rijn made their finest paintings here, and architecture also soared to new heights, to which the city still bears witness.
Many pleasant afternoons can be spent drifting along the city’s winding canals (over 160 of them!) and cycling the pretty cobbled streets past grand 17th-century townhouses. Amsterdam’s stock of museums is vast, but be sure to drop into the Anne Frank House, Van Gogh and Rijksmuseum – home to Rembrandt’s Night Watch and other works of celebrated Dutch masters – before retreating to a snug ‘brown cafe’. Before you leave, don’t forget to check out the stalls on the Noordermarkt in the old working-class district of De Jordaan, and tuck into the city’s best apple pie at Winkel 43.
And there’s plenty more to discover beyond the capital. You could find yourself taking in Rotterdam’s modern skyline by boat, admiring the 18th-century windmills of Kinderdijk or wandering about the medieval old town of Utrecht. There’s also the stately palaces of The Hague, the vibrant cultural scene of Maastricht and swathes of picturesque countryside strewn with vibrant flower fields and tiny historic villages. To start planning your very own tailor-made holiday to the Netherlands, get in touch today.
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With years of experience and first-hand knowledge, our dedicated team of Europe consultants will be able to find the perfect hotels and resorts for your Netherlands holiday.
WHEN TO VISIT THE NETHERLANDS
Netherlands
- FLIGHT (FROM LDN)1.5 hrs (Direct)
- CURRENCYEuro
- POPULATION17.53 Million
- BEST TIME TO GOSeptember – May
- LANGUAGEDutch
- TIMEZONEGMT + 1
- CAPITAL CITYAmsterdam
- GEOGRAPHIC SIZE41,850 km²
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The Ultimate Travel Company created a completely bespoke trip for us. Every detail was carefully thought through. From handpicked hotels and seamless flights to unforgettable tours and local experiences, nothing was off the shelf. Just excellent, personalised service from start to finish.
From the first conversation to the final day of our trip, Catherine and the team were helpful, efficient and easy to reach. Their recommendations not only improved our original plans but also made the whole holiday more cost-effective. Even when we needed assistance while away, their response was immediate. We wouldn’t hesitate to travel with them again.
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