Private Tour of Delft, Rotterdam and Gouda with Lunch and Cheese
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Is Private Tour of Delft, Rotterdam and Gouda with Lunch and Cheese worth booking?
Private Tour of Delft, Rotterdam and Gouda with Lunch and Cheese is a 8-hour experience in The Hague, Netherlands, from $215 per person. It scores 55 out of 100 on the Outty Ranking, which we label “Worth a Look”, based on a 5/5 rating across 2 reviews. Cancellation is free up to 24 hours before the start time. Same-day spots are currently showing.
- Outty Ranking
- 55 / 100
- Rating
- 5/5 (2)
- Duration
- 8 hours
- From
- $215 per person
Discover Delft, Rotterdam and Gouda on a full-day private tour. You will get to know three very different, beautiful cities that all played a major role in Dutch history. First up, you'll visit Delft, a picturesque town
What you get
- Lunch
- Hotel Pick-Up and Drop-Off by car (if the option is booked)
- All Fees and Taxes
- In-vehicle air conditioning
- 3 Private City Tours
- Snacks
About this experience
Discover Delft, Rotterdam and Gouda on a full-day private tour. You will get to know three very different, beautiful cities that all played a major role in Dutch history. First up, you'll visit Delft, a picturesque town full of centuries-old facades, squares, churches and canals. Discover the city of Johannes Vermeer, known for its Delft Blue pottery, the final resting place of the Orange family, and its top-rated Technical University. Rotterdam is next. You will see an interesting part of Rotterdam, our second-largest city. The city rose from the ashes or World War Two and doesn't look like Delft or Gouda at all. You will have lunch here and visit a Cubic House. Lastly, you'll go to Gouda, with its charming town hall, fascinating weighing house and impressive church. You will explore the old city center, and your guide will tell you all about it. You end the day with a little cheese tasting there. You can also do this tour the other way around if you let us know.
What's included
Included
- Lunch
- Hotel Pick-Up and Drop-Off by car (if the option is booked)
- All Fees and Taxes
- In-vehicle air conditioning
- 3 Private City Tours
- Snacks
Not included
- Gratuities (optional)
What you'll see and do
Markt
Here in the center of the city, we will find The second-tallest church of The Netherlands! Do you know who's buried underneath? I'll tell you all about it. Also learn about that statue of a man, and the stunning old town hall.
20 minutes here
Old Church
We are now in the old beer brewing quarter of Delft. Where did the brewers go? We will also see the Old Church, perhaps the most recognizable building of the city. How old is it exactly and why is it so skewed? Who knows.
20 minutes here
Museum Prinsenhof Delft
This place has played a deciding role in Dutch history. The Father of the Fatherland was assassinated here! Let's find out more about it.
20 minutes here
Gemeenlandshuis van Delfland
On our way down the Oude Delft canal, we will pass by a heavily decorated facade, that of the Gemeenlandshuis. What is this building and why was it so important?
20 minutes here
You will make your way to the south of the city. We will pass by a large former weapons Armory of the V.O.C. Let's find out more about Delft's role in the golden days of the Dutch Republic. Also around here, we can take a look at the exact spot where Vermeer was standing when he made his painting 'View of Delft'.
20 minutes here
After an 18 minute ride, you will arrive in Rotterdam. This is the UFO-shaped train station in the market area of Rotterdam, where the city has its origins. You will start the tour of the city here.
35 minutes here
You will have lunch at Loetje, together with our guide. This is included in the tour price.
90 minutes here · Admission included
Grote of Sint-Laurenskerk
Close to the modern Market Hall stands a 14th century church. Its tower miraculously survived the bombing of Rotterdam. Today, it is mostly used as an event location. You will learn of the church's history, as well as that of a famous man who was born here: Erasmus.
20 minutes here
Markthal
This building has become an icon for the city. We will enter the impressive Market Hall (Markthal). The two sides of the building contain many apartments and inside you can enjoy different foods from around the world. We will at least try some Dutch cheese! And don't forget to look up and look at one of the biggest pieces of art on the planet.
20 minutes here
Witte Huis
We will see the most prominent building in to the Old Harbour area: the White House (Het Witte Huis). This is the oldest skyscraper of Europe, dating from 1898. You will learn about its significance to the city. And if you look carefully, you can see the remnants of German bullet holes! Your guide will tell you all about it.
20 minutes here
Gouda
After a 20 minute ride, you will arrive in Gouda.
30 minutes here
Rijksmonument De Visbanken
De Visbanken is an area in Gouda where fish used to be cleaned and prepared, already from 1588! Learn about this charming place and enjoy the view.
20 minutes here
Kijk-Kubus
You have probably noticed them already: the Cubic Houses. These funny apartments (by Piet Blom) are a product of the 70's, built in the 80's, and they represent a typical way of building a 'village inside a city'. We will view one of the apartments from the inside! The price is included in the tour price.
30 minutes here · Admission included
Sint-Janskerk
This is the longest (not tallest!) church of the Netherlands, with the first building phase starting in 1272! Learn more about the building, its history and historical significance.
20 minutes here
Museum Gouda
You'll see the former St-Catharine's guest house that now houses Museum Gouda.
20 minutes here
Waag (Weighing House)
The tour starts at the historical weighing house of Gouda. FFcenturies, this is where farmers from the wide area used to come to get their cheese weighed on market days.
20 minutes here
Stadhuis Gouda (City Hall)
You'll see the charming gothic town hall of Gouda and you';; learn more about its history and significance.
20 minutes here
You will end the tour with a small cheese tasting in Gouda.
30 minutes here · Admission included
Where it starts and ends
Meeting point
The Hague
If you choose to start in Gouda, you will meet your guide in front of the entrance of Gouda's historic weighing house, De Goudse Waag. This is on the central market square. The tour will end in Delft.
Meeting point
The Hague
If you choose to start in Delft, you will meet your guide next to the statue of Hugo Grotius. This is in front of the New Church, on the central market square. The tour will end in Gouda.
Hotel pickup
Pickup is available for selected locations. Pickup begins about 60 minutes before departure.
Ends at
If you started in Gouda, you will end in Delft. If you booked an option 'with pick-up/drop-off', you will be dropped off again afterwards, at your hotel or another location of your choice.
Ends at
If you started in Delft, you will end in Gouda. If you booked an option 'with pick-up/drop-off', you will be dropped off again afterwards, at your hotel or another location of your choice.
Options you can book
German. Start in Gouda
Starting point: De Goudse Waag, Markt 35, 2801 JK Gouda, Netherlands
Italian. Start in Delft
Starting point: Hugo Grotius Statue, GW, Markt, 2611 GW Delft, Netherlands
Italian. Start in Gouda
Starting point: De Goudse Waag, Markt 35, 2801 JK Gouda, Netherlands
English. Start in Delft
Starting point: Hugo Grotius Statue, GW, Markt, 2611 GW Delft, Netherlands Pickup included
Spanish. Start in Gouda
Starting point: De Goudse Waag, Markt 35, 2801 JK Gouda, Netherlands
Dutch. Start in Delft
Starting point: Hugo Grotius Statue, GW, Markt, 2611 GW Delft, Netherlands
Dutch. Start in Gouda
Starting point: De Goudse Waag, Markt 35, 2801 JK Gouda, Netherlands
English. With pick-up/drop-off
Including pick-up and drop-off: Up to 1 hour before the start time, you will be picked up from the location you select. You are dropped off again afterwards. Pickup included
French. Start in Delft
Starting point: Hugo Grotius Statue, GW, Markt, 2611 GW Delft, Netherlands
German. Start in Delft
Starting point: Hugo Grotius Statue, GW, Markt, 2611 GW Delft, Netherlands
English. Start in Gouda
Starting point: De Goudse Waag, Markt 35, 2801 JK Gouda, Netherlands
French. Start in Gouda
Starting point: De Goudse Waag, Markt 35, 2801 JK Gouda, Netherlands
Before you book
- Cancellation
- For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
- Languages
- de, en, it, fr, nl, es
- Ticket
- Mobile Only
- Runs on
- Every day
- Group size
- Up to 15 travelers per booking
- Operated by
- Discover Delft
Know before you go
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
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Good to know
- Duration
- 8 hours
- Free cancellation
- Up to 24h before
- Minimum age to book
- 1+
- Availability
- Bookable today
- Runs on
- Every day
- Price range
- $215 to $1250
- Hotel pickup
- Available for selected locations
- Booked in 30 days
- 1
- Verdict
- Worth a Look
Why this scores 55
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Private Tour of Delft, Rotterdam and Gouda with Lunch and Cheese: questions travelers ask
Practical detail on this experience, plus the wider planning questions for The Hague.
How much does Private Tour of Delft, Rotterdam and Gouda with Lunch and Cheese cost?
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Prices start at $215 per person. The final price depends on the date, the time slot and the number of travelers, and peak weekends in The Hague usually price higher than midweek mornings. Live pricing and remaining availability are confirmed on the booking screen before you pay.
How long does Private Tour of Delft, Rotterdam and Gouda with Lunch and Cheese take?
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Plan for about 8 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 The Hague is not rushed.
Is Private Tour of Delft, Rotterdam and Gouda with Lunch and Cheese worth it?
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It holds an Outty Ranking of 55 out of 100, which we label "Worth a Look". That score blends traveler sentiment (5/5 across 2 reviews), the depth of that review evidence, recent booking momentum, value for money against comparable last minute in The Hague, and how flexible the cancellation terms are.
Can I cancel or reschedule Private Tour of Delft, Rotterdam and Gouda with Lunch and Cheese?
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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 Private Tour of Delft, Rotterdam and Gouda with Lunch and Cheese suitable for kids and families?
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The operator sets a minimum age of 1. Older children generally do well here, and families should factor in the 8-hour running time when deciding.
How far in advance should I book Private Tour of Delft, Rotterdam and Gouda with Lunch and Cheese?
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Around 1 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 The Hague 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 The Hague and add a light layer if any part of the 8-hour experience runs outdoors or after sunset.
Where does Private Tour of Delft, Rotterdam and Gouda with Lunch and Cheese 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 The Hague 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 The Hague?
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On Outty we rank every The Hague experience on the same 0 to 100 scale, and alongside this one the highest scorers right now include Walking Tour of Delft - The City of Orange and Blue, The Hague 2-Hour Walking Tour | Discover The City With A Local, Royal Delft: Delftblue Factory and Museum Admission Ticket. 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 The Hague?
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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 The Hague?
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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.
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