Private Rotterdam and Delft Exploration with Canal Cruise

Excursion Highlights:
  • Discover Rotterdam's enchanting allure; an exciting blend of tradition, innovation, architecture, culture, and history.
  • Explore iconic landmarks and hidden gems, and enjoy a scenic canal cruise through the city's picturesque waterfront charm.
  • Uncover the Dutch national history and pioneers, witness unique architectural structures, and relish Rotterdam's invigorating freshness and coffee culture.
  • Visit the Royal Delft Pottery Museum, marvel at Rotterdam Central Station, and pay tribute at De Boeg, a poignant WWII memorial.
  • Immerse yourself in the charm of Delft, marked by its medieval gate, antique Girls Orphanage, and the founder of the microscope's monument.
From $210.00/person to $840.00/person (Select "Individuals" below) Price varies based on number of individuals in your group
Children (ages 7 to 11 years old) are free but must be accounted for below at the time of booking.
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Summary
Shore Excursion Size ? Private
Shore Excursion Type Walking Tour
Shore Excursion Duration 8 Hours
Activity Level ? Moderate
Shore Excursion Leaves From ? Cruise Ship Pier
Food/Beverage Provided Local snacks along with tea, coffee, beer, or a soft drink will be provided.
Recommended Dress We recommend wearing comfortable clothing and sensible, flat-soled walking shoes.
Restrictions This tour is not recommended for guests with limited mobility and is not wheelchair, walker, or stroller accessible. Children must be at least 7 years old to participate.

Private Rotterdam and Delft Exploration with Canal Cruise

Set off on an unforgettable journey through the dynamic city of Rotterdam, where tradition meets innovation in a captivating blend of architecture, culture, and history. Experience the vibrant pulse of the Netherlands as you explore iconic landmarks, hidden gems, and picturesque canals that define this enchanting destination.

Stroll through a mesmerizing mix of avant-garde architecture and traditional Dutch buildings, including Rotterdam's Cube Houses, a testimony to the city's architectural innovation. Explore the greenest city in the Netherlands, appreciating its invigorating freshness and coffee culture at the lowest Dutch point below sea level, a cool -7,67m.

Enjoy a picturesque canal cruise through Little Amsterdam, offering captivating views of the city's waterfront charm. Engage with the tales of two notable 17th-century personalities, a groundbreaking artist and scientist, whose works indelibly marked humanity.

Witness the majolica, a distinct Dutch tin-glazed artifact with a historical relevance that echoes through time, at the Royal Delft Pottery Museum and Factory. Understand the rich background of the Dutch national and the first global bourgeois revolution while discovering its influential pioneers.

Marvel at the Rotterdam Central Station, a modern architectural gem serving an impressive 170,000 passengers daily, and Schieland House, a 17th-century build, historically a part of Napoleon Bonaparte's journey. Stand in awe of the Late Gothic style St. Lawrence Church, a resilient structure that survived Nazi bombing in 1940, and a monument honoring Desiderius Erasmus Roterdamus, a renowned 16th-century philosopher, theologian, and scholar.

Experience local life at The Old Harbor, a vibrant gathering place brimming with coffee bars, restaurants, and clubs. Pay tribute at De Boeg, a WWII memorial commemorating lost lives, and be intrigued by the expansive collection at Leuwhaven Maritime Museum.

Absorb the charm of Delft, marked by Oostpoort, the city's medieval gate, and admire the antique Girls Orphanage. Visit Anton van Leevenhoek's monument, honoring the founder of the microscope, and stroll through Bagijnhof, a memorial area dedicated to the Beguines, a semi-closed order of sisters.

With convenient train transport included from Rotterdam to Delft, this tour promises a seamless experience from start to finish. Whether you're a history buff, art aficionado, or simply seeking adventure, Rotterdam and its surrounding treasures await your discovery.