
Amsterdam: Day trip to Tulip Farm, Keukenhof + Windmill Cruise
Traveler rating
4.7/5
Based on 302 traveler reviews. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
Quick answer
Is Amsterdam: Day trip to Tulip Farm, Keukenhof + Windmill Cruise worth booking?
Amsterdam: Day trip to Tulip Farm, Keukenhof + Windmill Cruise is a 9-hour experience in Amsterdam, Netherlands, from $100 per person. It scores 79 out of 100 on the Outty Ranking, which we label “Strongly Recommended”, based on a 4.7/5 rating across 302 reviews. Cancellation is free up to 24 hours before the start time. Same-day spots are currently showing.
- Outty Ranking
- 79 / 100
- Rating
- 4.7/5 (302)
- Duration
- 9 hours
- From
- $100 per person
Discover the Dutch spring on a tour voted Best Tour in the Netherlands in 2025 and 2026. Visit the family-run tulip farm of Daan and Anja, where they share their passion for growing tulips and welcome you to walk among the colourful rows. Hear Daan and Anja’s stories about growing Dutch tulips. Walk in the fields and experience the flowers up close. Outdoor blooms vary with the weather and season. Next, enjoy a relaxing 60-minute Windmill Cruise across the Kagerplassen, passing traditional windmills, villages and green polders. At Keukenhof, explore gardens planted with around 7 million flower bulbs. Wander through the floral displays and pavilions at your own pace. There is no fixed group departure: stay as long as you like during opening hours and take any of our return buses to Amsterdam. As an Official Keukenhof Partner for 2027, we bring you a full day of tulips, Dutch scenery and the freedom to enjoy Keukenhof your way.
What you get
About this experience
Discover the Dutch spring on a tour voted Best Tour in the Netherlands in 2025 and 2026. Visit the family-run tulip farm of Daan and Anja, where they share their passion for growing tulips and welcome you to walk among the colourful rows. Hear Daan and Anja’s stories about growing Dutch tulips. Walk in the fields and experience the flowers up close. Outdoor blooms vary with the weather and season. Next, enjoy a relaxing 60-minute Windmill Cruise across the Kagerplassen, passing traditional windmills, villages and green polders. At Keukenhof, explore gardens planted with around 7 million flower bulbs. Wander through the floral displays and pavilions at your own pace. There is no fixed group departure: stay as long as you like during opening hours and take any of our return buses to Amsterdam. As an Official Keukenhof Partner for 2027, we bring you a full day of tulips, Dutch scenery and the freedom to enjoy Keukenhof your way.
What's included
Included
- Driverguide
- Keukenhof map
- Visit of tulip farm
- In-vehicle air conditioning
- 1-hour scenic windmill cruise
- Entrance fees to Keukenhof Gardens
Not included
- No hotel pick-up. The tour departs from This is Holland - Overhoeksplein 51.
- Lunch
What you'll see and do
Amsterdam
Our Hop on Hop off Holland tour to the Keukenhof, the tulip farm and the windmill cruise departs from This is Holland, Overhoeksplein in Amsterdam. To get to This is Holland, take the free ferry from platform F3 behind Central Station. The ferry shows direction “Buiksloterweg”. It is only a 3-minute ferry ride to the opposite side. When you get off the ferry, turn left. Look up and you will see a round building with the red, white and blue flag of Holland. This building is “This is Holland”. From the ferry, it’s a 3-minute walk. This is Holland is an iconic buiding with a 5D flight experience. By visiting this attraction you can learn the history of Holland while enjoying 4 entertaining shows and experiencing a flight simulation over the country's must-see locations. At This is Holland we’ve great facilities to welcome you. Free toilets, an inspiring waiting room and….. great coffee.
15 minutes here
De Tulperij
Meet and greet with the bulb farm family, get all the ins and outs on how tulips are grown. And take a selfie in between the bulb-fields (the only spot in the flower region where this is allowed). Our full day tour starts with a visit of the tulip farm of Mr Daan and Mrs Anja. Third generation tulip farmers. The family has been active in flower bulbs since 1927. Grandpa Adriaan Jansze started growing tulips when he inherited a piece of land from his father and Daan's father took over the company, expanding into daffodils and hyacinths. Tulip farmer Daan will guide you through the fields. Learn all about how these flowers are grown and take some pictures in the colorful fields. You’ll end up in the show garden and you’ll have time to buy a great apple-pie, made by the farmer’s wife Anja.
90 minutes here · Admission included
Prior to your leisurely visit to Keukenhof Gardens, enjoy a relaxing and comfortable boat tour with spectacular views of the passing scenery, including colorful bulb fields, traditional windmills and authentic villages.
60 minutes here
Lisse
Travel by air-conditioned bus through an area with endless tulip fields, one of the world's most colourful and photographed landscapes.
30 minutes here
Keukenhof
Be inspired by the sights and smells of more than seven million bulbs in bloom at Keukenhof! Benefit from flexible and direct travel by bus to Keukenhof from Amsterdam.
240 minutes here · Admission included
This Is Holland
Your tour ends at This is Holland in Amsterdam — the same location where you boarded at the start of your journey. From here, you can easily continue to the city center of Amsterdam, or experience something truly unique by taking a spectacular 5D flight over the Netherlands at This is Holland.
30 minutes here · Admission not included
Where it starts and ends
Meeting point
Amsterdam
Buses to Keukenhof depart from "This is Holland" (opposite Amsterdam Central Station) on the IJ. To get there, take the free ferry from Central Station in the direction of "Buikslotermeer." It is only a 3-minute ferry ride to the opposite side, from where it's a 2-minute walk to "This is Holland."
Hotel pickup
No pickup: everyone meets at the start point.
Ends at
Buses to Keukenhof depart from "This is Holland" (opposite Amsterdam Central Station) on the IJ. To get there, take the free ferry from Central Station in the direction of "Buikslotermeer." It is only a 3-minute ferry ride to the opposite side, from where it's a 2-minute walk to "This is Holland."
Before you book
- Cancellation
- For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
- Languages
- de, pt, cmn, en, it, fr, es
- Ticket
- Mobile Only
- Runs on
- Every day
- Group size
- Up to 30 travelers per booking
- Operated by
- Hop on Hop off Holland
Know before you go
- 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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What travelers are saying
Outty’s summary of the themes that recur across 301 traveler reviews. Written by us, not quoted from reviewers.
Organization
4 mentionsPickup, timing, and logistics are described as running smoothly.
The guide
3 mentionsTravelers single out the guide as the reason the experience works.
Photo opportunities
3 mentionsThe views and photo stops come up again and again.
Knowledge and storytelling
2 mentionsReviewers describe the commentary as informative rather than scripted.
Pace and timing
2 mentionsSeveral reviewers comment on how the schedule is paced.
Traveler reviews
301 verified traveler reviews for Amsterdam: Day trip to Tulip Farm, Keukenhof + Windmill Cruise. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
Tulip Farm and Keukenhof Were Excellent
A big operation running lots of guests on different variations of these tours in/out of Amsterdam but the company is very efficient and has clearly been doing this for some time. Once on board our bus, we received information and commentary from our driver/guide Gilbert as we made our way out of the city. Gilbert was excellent - very informative and great sense of humour. Our first stop was the windmill cruise which was our least favourite stop overall. Commentary was only available via phone download. Cafe available on board all at an additional cost. It was interesting to see a few of the remaining windmills and just how low the waterline is but overall the cruise did feel like it was dragging at times. The tulip bulb farm was excellent - farmer Daan gave us a great overview of the operation before allowing us to walk through the remaining fields of blooms. The farm cafe (extra cost) was also very good - I recommend their apple pie and hot chocolate. Final stop is Keukenhof were you are left to explore at your own pace with the ability to catch any of the regular return services back to Amsterdam once you're done. The curated gardens of Keukenhof were a highlight due to the elaborate designs and variety of colours. Overall an very good way to get out and see some of the famous tulips in multiple settings.
via Tripadvisor
Highly Recommend
A fantastic experience , everything was exactly as described a great day out we enjoyed the windmill cruise and Keukenhof was amazing Highly recommend
via Tripadvisor
Fast and easy to get...
Fast and easy to get on/off ferry and find the location to pick up tickets and get in line for the bus. Arrive early.
via Viator
Wonderful day! Enjoyed...
Wonderful day! Enjoyed the smaller tulip farm where we could walk in fields. Buy your souvenirs there so mich better selection at better prices. Kuekenhof… beautiful.. we were there in season. Wonderful!
via Viator
Tulips and windmills
If you love tulips, this is the trip for you. Seamless details, great staff. But be prepared as irs sn all day adventure.
via Tripadvisor
Good to know
- Duration
- 9 hours
- Free cancellation
- Up to 24h before
- Minimum age to book
- All ages
- Availability
- Bookable today
- Runs on
- Every day
- Hotel pickup
- No pickup, meet at start point
- Booked in 30 days
- 106
- Verdict
- Strongly Recommended
Who runs this experience
Operated by Hop on Hop off Holland, who run 11 experiences we rank across 2 cities, with an average Outty Ranking of 61.7.
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Amsterdam: Day trip to Tulip Farm, Keukenhof + Windmill Cruise: questions travelers ask
Practical detail on this experience, plus the wider planning questions for Amsterdam.
How much does Amsterdam: Day trip to Tulip Farm, Keukenhof + Windmill Cruise cost?
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Prices start at $100 per person. The final price depends on the date, the time slot and the number of travelers, and peak weekends in Amsterdam usually price higher than midweek mornings. Live pricing and remaining availability are confirmed on the booking screen before you pay.
How long does Amsterdam: Day trip to Tulip Farm, Keukenhof + Windmill Cruise take?
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Plan for about 9 hours from start to finish, not counting travel to the meeting point. Most travelers leave another 30 minutes on either side so the rest of the day in Amsterdam is not rushed.
Is Amsterdam: Day trip to Tulip Farm, Keukenhof + Windmill Cruise worth it?
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It holds an Outty Ranking of 79 out of 100, which we label "Strongly Recommended". That score blends traveler sentiment (4.7/5 across 302 reviews), the depth of that review evidence, recent booking momentum, value for money against comparable last minute in Amsterdam, and how flexible the cancellation terms are.
Can I cancel or reschedule Amsterdam: Day trip to Tulip Farm, Keukenhof + Windmill Cruise?
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Yes. Cancel free up to 24 hours before the start time for a full refund. Inside that window the booking is non-refundable, and no-shows are not refunded.
Is Amsterdam: Day trip to Tulip Farm, Keukenhof + Windmill Cruise suitable for kids and families?
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Yes, all ages are welcome. Families should still weigh the 9-hour running time, and strollers are easier on the earlier, quieter departures.
How far in advance should I book Amsterdam: Day trip to Tulip Farm, Keukenhof + Windmill Cruise?
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Around 106 people booked this in the last 30 days, so popular slots go early. Two to three weeks ahead is comfortable in shoulder season, while summer weekends and holidays in Amsterdam can sell out a month out. Same-day spots do open up when other travelers cancel, so it is worth checking if you are already in town.
What should I bring or wear?
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Bring photo ID, your booking confirmation on your phone, a refillable water bottle and comfortable shoes. Dress for the weather in Amsterdam and add a light layer if any part of the 9-hour experience runs outdoors or after sunset.
Where does Amsterdam: Day trip to Tulip Farm, Keukenhof + Windmill Cruise start and how do I get there?
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The exact meeting point and directions are on your voucher once you book, and they sit in central Amsterdam within reach of public transport. Arrive 15 minutes early: late arrivals are treated as no-shows by most operators.
What are the best things to do in Amsterdam?
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On Outty we rank every Amsterdam experience on the same 0 to 100 scale, and alongside this one the highest scorers right now include Amsterdam Food and Cultural Tour with 10 Tastings, Amsterdam Canal Cruise with Local Guide and Small Group, Amsterdam 90 minutes Canal Cruise with bar and snacks on board.. The city page groups everything into most popular, highest reviewed, last minute and family-friendly so you can build a day around what actually delivers.
When is the best time to visit Amsterdam?
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Booking patterns follow the same curve: prices and queues climb in peak weeks, while shoulder season gives you better availability on the top-ranked experiences and more room to change plans.
How many days do you need in Amsterdam?
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Three full days covers the headline sights without sprinting. A workable rhythm is one anchor experience each morning, such as this one, an unhurried afternoon in a single neighborhood, then a food or nightlife booking in the evening. Five days lets you add a day trip outside the city.
Do I book through Outty or through the operator?
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Outty ranks and explains the experiences, then hands you to Viator to complete the booking with the operator directly. The price is the same as booking on Viator yourself, and Outty earns an affiliate commission on the referral, which is how the rankings stay free to read.
What is included in Amsterdam: Day trip to Tulip Farm, Keukenhof + Windmill Cruise?
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Included: Driverguide; Keukenhof map; Visit of tulip farm; In-vehicle air conditioning; and 1-hour scenic windmill cruise. Not included: No hotel pick-up. The tour departs from This is Holland - Overhoeksplein 51; and Lunch. Always check the voucher for the final list before you travel.
Where is the meeting point for Amsterdam: Day trip to Tulip Farm, Keukenhof + Windmill Cruise?
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Buses to Keukenhof depart from "This is Holland" (opposite Amsterdam Central Station) on the IJ. To get there, take the. Hotel pickup is not included, so plan your own transport and arrive 15 minutes early.
What languages is Amsterdam: Day trip to Tulip Farm, Keukenhof + Windmill Cruise offered in?
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It is offered in German, Portuguese, Chinese, English, Italian, French and Spanish. Pick your language when choosing a date and time, as not every departure runs in every language.
Will I get instant confirmation and a mobile ticket for Amsterdam: Day trip to Tulip Farm, Keukenhof + Windmill Cruise?
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Confirmation is sent by the operator after booking, usually within 48 hours; if it is not confirmed you are not charged. Mobile tickets are accepted, so you can show the voucher on your phone.
Is Amsterdam: Day trip to Tulip Farm, Keukenhof + Windmill Cruise wheelchair or stroller accessible?
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The operator notes: Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller; and Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap. If accessibility is critical, contact the operator after booking to confirm arrangements for your date.
What happens to Amsterdam: Day trip to Tulip Farm, Keukenhof + Windmill Cruise if the weather is bad?
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It generally runs rain or shine, so dress for the forecast in Amsterdam. Standard cancellation terms apply: free cancellation up to 24 hours before the start.
What do travelers say about Amsterdam: Day trip to Tulip Farm, Keukenhof + Windmill Cruise?
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Across 302 reviews averaging 4.7 out of 5, recurring themes include organization, the guide, photo opportunities. Pickup, timing, and logistics are described as running smoothly. One thing to know: Several reviewers comment on how the schedule is paced.
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