The Netherlands · LEIDEN TOURS
Every trip has one free day too few. These 15 leiden tours justify the slot, priced and timed so you can decide in minutes and get back to the fun part of planning.
Cruise Leiden’s canals for one hour, passing 88 bridges, City Hall, Hortus Botanicus, and historic waterfront houses with a local guide.
“Very interesting commentary in Dutch and English and skilful steering by the 'captain'. A very enjoyable trip.”
Review of Leiden’s 50-minute electric canal cruise, with practical tips on guides, bridges, weather, views, price, and overall value.
“Beautiful and definitely worth for someone who’s visiting Leiden and wants to get a grasp of the city history and important buildings. Guide was very nice and prepared.”
Captain a private electric boat through Leiden’s canals for two hours, with flexible routes, park stops, and room for up to eight people.
“a geat experience, told everyone to do it at least once.”
Explore Leiden’s historic Hortus Botanicus, from tropical orchids and carnivorous plants to ancient trees, seasonal blooms, and Japanese gardens.
Explore Leiden on foot with guide PJ, see Rembrandt’s first studio, historic gates, churches, canals, and the city’s best viewpoints.
“Our guide PJ was great and very knowledgeable! Leiden is a beautiful city with lots of history. Highly recommend this tour!”
Review of Alphen aan den Rijn’s 15-minute flyboard experience, with practical advice on price, safety, timing, gear, and who should book.
Explore Leiden with a self-guided smartphone scavenger hunt featuring riddles, historic sights, friendly competition, and flexible timing.
“Was in the area on business and had a little extra time. Decided to do this scavenger hunt as a means to see the town. The questions were out dated, asking about paintings that were no longer hanging or businesses that were no longer in business. Also, the historical plaques did not have the same information in English as it did in Dutch. The questions were based on information not provided in English. But, the hunt took me to neat places.”
Solve riddles, explore Leiden landmarks, and pause for cafés or sights on this flexible self-guided city game for up to six people.
“Very nice way to rediscover a famous city. Fun puzzles and beautiful walking routes, perfect getaway with nice weather.Auto-translated”
Solve puzzles while exploring Leiden’s churches, gates, canals, and fort in this private 90-minute self-guided walking tour.
“The route was nice and indeed took 1 to 2 hours. Some answers/puzzles were either wrong or needed more info (like with the weights or pigeons).”
Review of Leiden’s Dutch Windmills and Polder Walking Tour, with windmills, river views, local history, practical tips, and honest value advice.
“Great walk in the park with a knowledgeable guide. Enjoyable easy pace well worth the time an effort. It was money and time well spent.”
Make a handmade leather tote in a cozy Leiden studio with personal instruction, custom engraving, coffee, and your choice of leather.
“Emma thanks so much you made our experience fantastic you welcomed us into your home and never lost patience with my lack of sewing expertise!!! Your knowledge and expertise was awesome ( the coffee chocolates weren't bad either.) For a 2 hr experience we were around 4 hours and loved every second and never once felt rushed. We came away with a great iPad cover and bag which we will treasure as (nearly all our own work ) Therapeutic it certainly was Highly recommended !!!!”
Cruise the Kagerplassen from Warmond for Dutch polder views, windmills, onboard comforts, and an easy one-hour escape from Leiden.
“Wonderful way to experience and learn about this fascinating area! Clean, comfortable boat and great service”
Explore Leiden’s canals, Rembrandt connections, university past, and wartime courage on a flexible private walking tour.
Paddle Leiden’s historic canals for two hours, with basic instruction, private groups, and views of bridges, gates, windmills, and courtyards.
“Paddleboarding on Leiden's canals was a fun and novel experience for me and my friend. The paddleboarding place was friend and accommodating. Perhaps because we were beginners some extra paddle boarding tips for stability would have been useful.”
Explore Leiden and Delft with a private English-speaking guide, historic sights, train transfer, and hotel pickup options in 4.5 hours.
“Niels was an excellent guide for the day! It was a last-minute decision on my part to take the tour so I was thankful I ended up with Niels. He was flexible with start time and very knowledgeable about the areas visited. He was great company and I thoroughly enjoyed the tour.”
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