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Sunday Morning Drive - Fortified Naarden and 17th Century Estates
Duration:
4 hours Starts from:
Amsterdam,
Netherlands
price: from 29 EUR
details & reservations
TOUR DESCRIPTION
Discover some of the different aspects of Holland - estates, castles, and the "Gooi", known as the Gardens of Amsterdam. Drive through polders and past rivers, such as the famous river De Vecht. Admire the beautiful 17th and 18th century castles and estates. At the end of the tour indulge in a coffee and slice of apple pie - included in the tour price.
This tour is seasonal and operates from May to October only.
A guided excursion that begins with a visit to the beautiful, ancient fortified city of Naarden, with its history of bloody sieges. The well preserved fortress has a unique a 12 pointed star design, which was only designed after the Spanish massacre in the 16th century.From Naarden, drive through the Dutch polders and the "Gooi", known as the Gardens of Amsterdam to the river De Vecht. Here you will tour along the beautiful estates and castles that were popular retreats for the wealthy during the 17th century.
During the trip stop for coffee and apple pie, included in the tour price.
Special Offer-1 hour Canal Cruise
Journey along the Amsterdam canals and see 17th century merchant houses, with their beautiful fronts, churches with bell towers. This cruise includes passing through the old harbour.
Departs daily, every 30 minutes. You have the option to take this cruise the same day or another day.
Special Offer - Book and travel before June 30, 2008 to receive a free 1 hour canal cruise - BOOK NOW!
ROUTE DETAILS
Start from: Amsterdam,
Netherlands
Visited cities:
Amsterdam
Finish point: Amsterdam,
Netherlands
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
Access for disabled: no
Guidance type: guided tour
Tour languages: English
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